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Winston Peters and Chumbawamba: The Tubthumping Controversy Unleashed

Activism - Artistic Expression - Chumbawamba - Intellectual Property Rights - Music - Politics - Winston Peters

Find out why Chumbawamba is demanding Winston Peters stop using their hit song at rallies! 🎶

The clash between Deputy Prime Minister Winston Peters and UK band Chumbawamba over the use of the iconic song 'Tubthumping' has taken center stage in New Zealand politics. Reports claim the band has requested a cease and desist order to prevent Peters from using their 1997 hit at his political events. Despite Peters' denial of being asked to stop, an intellectual property lawyer has contradicted his stance, highlighting the legal implications of unauthorized song usage. This unexpected conflict has stirred debate over intellectual property rights and political campaign tactics.

In a surprising turn of events, UK band Chumbawamba has reportedly escalated the situation by involving their record label, Sony Music, to take action against Peters. The band's discontent with the NZ First leader's use of their song has sparked a discussion on artistic ownership and political messaging. As the controversy intensifies, experts and commentators weigh in on the complex intersection of music, law, and politics, shedding light on the broader implications of this dispute.

As the showdown between Peters and Chumbawamba unfolds, the public eagerly anticipates the outcome of this unconventional clash. Will Peters comply with the band's demands, or will he continue to use the popular tune at his rallies? The Tubthumping controversy serves as a captivating example of the unexpected twists and turns that can arise in the realm of politics and pop culture, leaving New Zealanders on the edge of their seats with anticipation.

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Winston Peters told to stop using Chumbawamba hit 'Tubthumping ... (RNZ)

The Deputy Prime Minister is denying reports he has been asked by an anarchist punk band to stop playing their best-known song at his rallies.

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Intellectual property lawyer says Winston Peters' claim he can use ... (New Zealand Herald)

An intellectual property law expert has contradicted NZ First leader Winston Peters ' claims that there is “nothing wrong” with his party using a hit UK ...

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Chumbawamba not happy about Winston Peters' use of 'Tubthumping' (The Spinoff)

The band has asked their record label to issue a cease and desist to stop the NZ First leader using their 1997 hit to support his 'misguided political ...

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UK group Chumbawamba reportedly unhappy over Winston Peters ... (Newshub)

UK band Chumbawamba have reportedly asked their UK record label Sony Music to serve New Zealand First leader Winston Peters with a cease and desist letter ...

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The Huddle: Peters v Chumbawamba- who's in the right? (Newstalk ZB)

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UK band takes aim at Deputy PM's use of hit song after 'Nazi ... (Stuff.co.nz)

I get knocked down, but I get up again”: Winston Peters has been using the song 'Tubthumping' at political appearances recently - but the band who wrote it ...

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Winston Peters to be issued cease and desist by Chumbawamba ... (Stuff.co.nz)

Winston Peters insists he is not expecting to be served a cease and desist notice but Stuff can reveal, he's about to be.

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Chumbawamba reportedly unhappy with Winston Peters' use of ... (New Zealand Herald)

UK punk band Chumbawamba are reportedly wanting to knock down NZ First leader Winston Peters ' use of their popular 1997 hit, Tubthumping . The Spinoff...

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UK band slams Winston Peters for using hit song (Otago Daily Times)

An intellectual property law expert has contradicted NZ First leader Winston Peters' claims that there is "nothing wrong" with his party using a hit UK punk ...

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Chumbawamba tell New Zealand First's Peters to stop using hit (BBC News)

British band Chumbawamba have called on a populist New Zealand politician to stop playing their hit song Tubthumping at his rallies.

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Chumbawamba tell New Zealand First's Peters to stop using hit (BBC News)

British band Chumbawamba have called on a populist New Zealand politician to stop playing their hit song Tubthumping at his rallies.

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Tova Podcast: Chumbawamba not ruling out taking legal action ... (Stuff.co.nz)

Oh no, not again,” is what Chumbawamba singer Boff Whalley thought when Stuff told him about Peters using their song.

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NZ First leader Winston Peters brands Chumbawamba one hit ... (Newshub)

In a Tweet online on Wednesday morning, Peters was scathing about the band, the proposed cease and desist order and coverage of the story, saying he would pay ...

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Chumbawamba tells NZ deputy PM Winston Peters to stop using its ... (The Guardian)

Lead guitarist Boff Whalley says band does not share views of Winston Peters, who recently compared co-governance to policies of Nazi Germany.

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Watch: Winston Peters plays Chumbawamba while walking through ... (Newstalk ZB)

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NZ First's Winston Peters plays Chumbawamba at Parliament, PM ... (New Zealand Herald)

Luxon was being asked about Peters at the time and repeated his comment that all political leaders needed to be mindful of the language they were using. “For ...

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Chumbawamba: NZ's Winston Peters 'does not care' about ... (BBC News)

New Zealand's deputy prime minister Winston Peters says he "does not care" about the row over using Chumbawamba hit Tubthumping at a political rally.

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Chumbawamba asks New Zealand's populist party to stop using hit ... (The Independent)

Chumbawamba's lead guitarist Boff Whalley says band 'does not share' deputy prime minister Winston Peters's ideas on race relations.

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Chumbawamba: NZ's Winston Peters 'does not care' about ... (BBC News)

New Zealand's deputy prime minister Winston Peters says he "does not care" about the row over using Chumbawamba hit Tubthumping at a political rally.

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