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Heinz · 12-08-2008, 03:11 AM

Guitar hero Joe Satriani sues Coldplay for plagiarism | NEWS.com.au Entertainment
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'IT has all the hallmarks of a great musical stoush: guitar legend Joe Satriani is suing the world's biggest band, Coldplay, for plagiarism.

He claims the British band, fronted by Chris Martin, ripped off one of his tunes for their Grammy-nominated hit Viva La Vida.

Satriani is seeking a jury trial, damages and "any and all profits" attributed to the single, which he believes incorporates "substantial original portions" of his 2004 instrumental If I Could Fly.

The suit was filed the day after Coldplay bagged seven Grammy Award nominations, including Song Of The Year and Record Of The Year for Viva La Vida.

The single, and the album of the same name, have achieved huge international popularity since their June release, topping the US, European and Australian charts.

Viva La Vida was written by singer Chris Martin, bassist Guy Berryman, guitarist Jonny Buckland and drummer Will Champion.

Satriani, 52, is one of the world's most respected guitarists. He released If I Could Fly on his 10th studio album, Is There Love In Space?

Satriani is not the first musician to question the originality of Viva La Vida. Soon after the single's release, little-known New York outfit Creaky Boards claimed it bore a similarity to their tune The Songs I Didn't Write.

Martin denied this claim, stating his band had written Viva before hearing the Creaky Boards perform for the first time.

The case has echoes of other famous musical plagiarism fights.

During the 1970s, former Beatle George Harrison had to pay a hefty sum after a court found key parts of his hit song My Sweet Lord had been lifted from The Chiffons' 1963 hit He's So Fine.

Viva La Vida is Coldplay's most successful song in Britain, going straight to No.1 on the UK charts.'

Check this link for a comparison, they even play both songs at the same time. Same timing and key.

YouTube - Did Coldplay copy Joe Satriani?

This is not the first time this particluar song has come into question either.

Satch should win this, I hope so anyway. Coldplay are a fairly sorry excuse for a band.

Screaming Eagle · 12-08-2008, 03:46 AM

Gotta agree with you there mate!

lesofprimus · 12-08-2008, 07:10 AM

Fu*k Coldplay, Satriani is The Man...

109ROAMING · 12-08-2008, 07:25 AM

Agree with all here

pretty dam similar ,shows you how much skill Satriani has ,as he plays it on his guitar

evangilder · 12-08-2008, 09:22 AM

Seems a slam-dunk to me. I think that they could use that clip in the case. The only argument would be if it was accidental or deliberate. Judging that the timing and notes are identical, I think Colplay will be hard pressed to claim "innocent coincidence".

freebird · 12-08-2008, 11:41 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lesofprimus

Satriani is The Man...

Many folks here would agree with that!

DerAdlerIstGelandet · 12-08-2008, 02:21 PM

I am with Satriani here! Why can't people come up with thier own ****!

Erich · 12-08-2008, 02:56 PM

Chris they are lazy..................period

Heinz · 12-08-2008, 05:08 PM

I've seen the man twice. Equally blown away both times.

every musician has come up with some awesome before realising its someone else's.

my bet is Coldplay took the melody and tried to run with it, on the basis instrumental rock isn't a mainstream market. Kinda forgot Satriani has sold over 10million albums worldwide.

lesofprimus · 12-08-2008, 05:54 PM

Screw them, I hope Satch gets 50 Milliion off em...

parsifal · 12-08-2008, 09:19 PM

I reckon the coldplay lyrics and the satriani instrumental would be awesome

evangilder · 12-08-2008, 09:32 PM

Satch would probably be more open to that idea if he had been asked first.

FLYBOYJ · 12-08-2008, 09:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lesofprimus

Screw them, I hope Satch gets 50 Milliion off em...

I'm with ya bro

Quote:

Originally Posted by parsifal

I reckon the coldplay lyrics and the satriani instrumental would be awesome

yep...

Quote:

Originally Posted by evangilder

Satch would probably be more open to that idea if he had been asked first.

agree.............

Thorlifter · 12-08-2008, 10:28 PM

They sound pretty damn close to me.

freebird · 12-09-2008, 02:20 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DerAdlerIstGelandet

I am with Satriani here! Why can't people come up with their own ****!

Cuz some of 'em ain't got no talent?

12-08-2008, 03:11 AM	#1
Heinz Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Melbourne, Victoria Posts: 6,742	Satch sues Coldplay! Guitar hero Joe Satriani sues Coldplay for plagiarism \| NEWS.com.au Entertainment Sourced from the above link: 'IT has all the hallmarks of a great musical stoush: guitar legend Joe Satriani is suing the world's biggest band, Coldplay, for plagiarism. He claims the British band, fronted by Chris Martin, ripped off one of his tunes for their Grammy-nominated hit Viva La Vida. Satriani is seeking a jury trial, damages and "any and all profits" attributed to the single, which he believes incorporates "substantial original portions" of his 2004 instrumental If I Could Fly. The suit was filed the day after Coldplay bagged seven Grammy Award nominations, including Song Of The Year and Record Of The Year for Viva La Vida. The single, and the album of the same name, have achieved huge international popularity since their June release, topping the US, European and Australian charts. Viva La Vida was written by singer Chris Martin, bassist Guy Berryman, guitarist Jonny Buckland and drummer Will Champion. Satriani, 52, is one of the world's most respected guitarists. He released If I Could Fly on his 10th studio album, Is There Love In Space? Satriani is not the first musician to question the originality of Viva La Vida. Soon after the single's release, little-known New York outfit Creaky Boards claimed it bore a similarity to their tune The Songs I Didn't Write. Martin denied this claim, stating his band had written Viva before hearing the Creaky Boards perform for the first time. The case has echoes of other famous musical plagiarism fights. During the 1970s, former Beatle George Harrison had to pay a hefty sum after a court found key parts of his hit song My Sweet Lord had been lifted from The Chiffons' 1963 hit He's So Fine. Viva La Vida is Coldplay's most successful song in Britain, going straight to No.1 on the UK charts.' Check this link for a comparison, they even play both songs at the same time. Same timing and key. YouTube - Did Coldplay copy Joe Satriani? This is not the first time this particluar song has come into question either. Satch should win this, I hope so anyway. Coldplay are a fairly sorry excuse for a band. __________________

12-08-2008, 03:46 AM	#2
Screaming Eagle Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Queensland, Australia Posts: 3,552	Gotta agree with you there mate! __________________ "Success is nothing more than taking advantage of an opportunity." - Hitman! - The Technical Guide for the Independent Contractor.

12-08-2008, 07:10 AM	#3
lesofprimus Minister of Whoopass Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Long Island Native in Mississippi Posts: 17,503	Fu*k Coldplay, Satriani is The Man... __________________ My IL2 Video Tribute to My Grandfather: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HtzN5RuNNJk

12-08-2008, 07:25 AM	#4
109ROAMING Senior Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: New Zealand Posts: 5,004	Agree with all here pretty dam similar ,shows you how much skill Satriani has ,as he plays it on his guitar __________________ "When all else fails read the manual" Last edited by 109ROAMING; 12-08-2008 at 07:28 AM.

12-08-2008, 09:22 AM	#5
evangilder "Shooter" Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Moorpark, CA Posts: 14,809	Seems a slam-dunk to me. I think that they could use that clip in the case. The only argument would be if it was accidental or deliberate. Judging that the timing and notes are identical, I think Colplay will be hard pressed to claim "innocent coincidence". __________________ http://www.vg-photo.com For once you have tasted flight you will walk the earth with your eyes turned skywards, for there you have been and there you will long to return. Leonardo Da Vinci

12-08-2008, 02:21 PM	#7
DerAdlerIstGelandet Der Crewchief Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Ansbach, Germany Posts: 33,152	I am with Satriani here! Why can't people come up with thier own **! __________________ fly boy:**"isnt that the first jet bomber becasue i have flown one in a flight sim before and i know how it handles"[/I]

12-08-2008, 02:56 PM	#8
Erich the old Sage Join Date: May 2004 Location: Platonic Sphere Posts: 10,775	Chris they are lazy..................period __________________ Rip it up !

12-08-2008, 05:08 PM	#9
Heinz Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Melbourne, Victoria Posts: 6,742	I've seen the man twice. Equally blown away both times. every musician has come up with some awesome before realising its someone else's. my bet is Coldplay took the melody and tried to run with it, on the basis instrumental rock isn't a mainstream market. Kinda forgot Satriani has sold over 10million albums worldwide. __________________

12-08-2008, 05:54 PM	#10
lesofprimus Minister of Whoopass Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Long Island Native in Mississippi Posts: 17,503	Screw them, I hope Satch gets 50 Milliion off em... __________________ My IL2 Video Tribute to My Grandfather: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HtzN5RuNNJk

12-08-2008, 09:19 PM	#11
parsifal Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Posts: 1,994	I reckon the coldplay lyrics and the satriani instrumental would be awesome __________________ Do not judge on abilities, but on choices

12-08-2008, 09:32 PM	#12
evangilder "Shooter" Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Moorpark, CA Posts: 14,809	Satch would probably be more open to that idea if he had been asked first. __________________ http://www.vg-photo.com For once you have tasted flight you will walk the earth with your eyes turned skywards, for there you have been and there you will long to return. Leonardo Da Vinci

12-08-2008, 10:28 PM	#14
Thorlifter Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Dallas, Tx Posts: 4,346	They sound pretty damn close to me. __________________

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