The Mellotron Group

In a message dated 22/05/2009 02:12:19 GMT Standard Time,  
astroboy@cinci.rr.com writes:

I also  wonder about sections of popular music that 
> used actual Mellotron  performances (like the beginning Spanish guitar 
> run in Bungalow  Bill). 


The argument goes that in this particular case, the Beatles made the  first 
significant use of the phrase in popular music and can therefore claim  
copyright.  This was brought up when Julian Cope used it in a song and then  
subsequently deleted it not wishing to face the might of EMI and Northern 
Songs'  lawyers.  Money wins even the shakiest of claims and Julian knew that  
his reserves were not large enough although he may have won!
 
Best,
 
Martin
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