Industry Jul 3, 2026

PRS defeats Rowntree black box class action at appeal

PRS has once again defeated Blur drummer Dave Rowntree’s black box royalties lawsuit - this time in the Court Of Appeal - after the Competition Tribunal previously refused to certify the class action

Originally published by Complete Music Update
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PRS defeats Rowntree black box class action at appeal

PRS has successfully opposed an appeal by Blur drummer Dave Rowntree regarding a black box royalties lawsuit. The Court of Appeal upheld the Competition Tribunal's prior decision, which had refused to certify the class action. Despite the legal victory, PRS incurred £1.8 million in costs. Originally reported by Complete Music Update.

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Dave Rowntree Blur