02.24.06
Band Identity Theft
Here’s an interesting case of overt, flaunted identity theft:
Doo-wop and rock ‘n roll legends are asking lawmakers across the country to stop performances by some not-so-great pretenders.
There are hundreds of bands touring the country these days claiming to be The Platters, the Drifters, the Coasters or some other group from the ’50s and ’60s, according to the Vocal Group Hall of Fame in Sharon, Pa.
Most of them have no ties to the original artists.
Read More: ’50s and ’60s Bands Aim to Stop Copycats - Yahoo! News
