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Originally Posted by AndrewG
So when they can't go after the main artists, liberal fans go after the tribute bands next. Classy.
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No, it isn't .. because it's just business. But as I said, one has to exercise judgement and accept consequences, which shouldn't be abuse but may well incur disappointment.
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Originally Posted by Julie in the rv mirror
I do feel sorry for the abuse the band members have taken on Facebook, Twitter, and the like, and I also blame the media for inaccurate reporting that lead to much misunderstanding. The band initially said that they would pull out if Bruce asked them to, which as far as anyone knows, he did not (nor did he comment at all on the matter). If I had to guess, he might not have been happy about the situation, but having come up through the same ranks as a working musician, I would think he would understand the "just business" aspect of the situation.
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Agree with all of that
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This is very interesting, Caryl- I did not know this (I was aware of the info you posted regarding licenses for live performances). I agree with you that it would probably be difficult for Bruce to demonstrate some damage over this, not to mention that many of Bruce's fans are Trump supporters (notice that Bruce has spoken harshly against Trump himself, but seems to sympathize with his voters), and I think it would make Bruce appear as a bully himself if he were to take any legal action.
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Yes I agree it would. I suspect most tributes respect the artists concerned, and a quiet word would suffice if the artist had strong feelings. I thought the Right of Publicity was interesting though. I remember he whose name is **** set up a site where he actively encouraged those who mistakenly assumed it was of the artist himself. They got him on cyber-squatting, but this could have equally applied perhaps?
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Originally Posted by loaferman61
After 40 or more years as a performer he deserves the chance to take a rest while he decides what - if anything- he wants to do.
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Agreed. He put in an appearance at a Bose outlet in Austin recently, so the rehab must be progressing, and as far as I know he wants still to support the premieres of the musical. I think touring is less likely, but I hope he is able to resume his acting career. He loves and lives to perform, and I'm sure there is plenty of film and TV gas in the tank
