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Lawsuit Over Nirvana's 'Nevermind' Cover Artwork Dismissed

  • #Lawsuits
  • #Shows etc
  • #Pornography & obscenity
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JAN 2022
Image copyright: John Chapple/Splash News
story last updated JAN 2023

The Spin

Narrative A

Elden's parents weren't fully aware of what the picture would be used for, and were paid minimally. It's unfair that everyone except Elden and his family made tremendous money off it.

BBC News

Narrative B

Elden has profited off the album cover for 30 years, recreating it several times and conducting numerous interviews. Filing a lawsuit after three decades is clearly a money grab.

Guardian

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