The hearing over the copyright protections for composer Oleg Vladi against performer Svetlana Loboda is scheduled for December 7, according to attorney Valeria Rytvina. Her remarks were cited by TASS.
The legal representative indicated that the case brought by the author of the hit “To hell with love” will be heard by the Istrinsky court in the Moscow region. Vladi seeks an injunction preventing Loboda from performing the composition in question.
Rytvina disclosed that Loboda may have performed the track earlier with Vladi’s consent, a detail Vladi only recalled after the singer publicly criticized Russia’s operation in Ukraine and sent a letter aligning with that stance.
According to the defender, a contract transferring copyright and related rights existed between Vladi and Loboda Music LLC, a deal that allegedly breached civil law norms and the legislated framework governing such transfers. Vladi’s team argues that the agreement may be invalid, asserting that the exclusive property rights were not legitimately transferred to Loboda Music LLC.
Earlier this autumn, the Moscow Arbitration Court partially granted Vladi’s claim against Loboda regarding the song “To hell with love,” signaling a partial win for the songwriter. The decision reflects a broader dispute over authorship, control, and the distribution of rights associated with the track.
The ongoing proceedings illustrate the surveillance of copyright enforcement in the music industry, where composers seek to assert control over how their works are licensed and performed by other artists. The case also highlights the tension that can arise when public statements and political positions intersect with professional collaborations and contractual obligations. [Source: TASS]
Observers note that disputes of this kind often hinge on the precise wording of the licensing agreements, the timing of any transfers of rights, and the verification of consent for performances beyond the originally intended scope. The court’s rulings in this matter may influence how similar contracts are written and reviewed by other creators and performers in the region. [Source: TASS]
As the December hearing approaches, both sides are expected to present documentary evidence, testimony from witnesses, and legal interpretations of copyright law applicable to music works. The case underscores how copyright protection remains a dynamic field, where changes in the music industry, digital distribution, and international collaboration continually shape the contours of authorship and performance rights. [Source: TASS]
Meanwhile, other public figures in the music community have reflected on the broader climate surrounding intellectual property and freedom of expression. In recent weeks, prominent artists have commented on artistic autonomy, while legal experts have stressed the importance of clear contracts and proper documentation to avoid disputes that can hamper creative output. [Source: TASS]