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This charming charlie

@thischarmingcharlie / thischarmingcharlie.tumblr.com

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Dear Morrissey,

Just like you, I too can be intensely persistent. I'm sorry to hear about the dishonorable treatment that Harvest has given your new album. I'm reaching out to you in the only way I know possible. Did you know I run a record label?

We believe that World peace is none of your business should get the respect it deserves, without executives controlling the channels. We value our musicians and act as platform for their voice and opinions to be heard. We won't stop any of our artists from saying, sharing, or doing what they believe in.

Lets talk. 

Lauren LoPrete

Oakland, California

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I'm deeply honored that Morrissey spoke out on behalf of This Charming Charlie, although not surprised. Morrissey is not a stranger to fair use, and it was my extreme respect for his appropriation of words and images that led to this project in the first place. I'm glad he is able to see the humor in all of this, even if lawyers could not. Hopefully, this example will set a precedent for copyright laws in the future, and encourage others to express themselves and enrich our culture through free speech, parody and social critique.

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