THE BEATLES

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Brand owner: APPLE CORPS LIMITED et al – UK

Prosecution Type: Trademark

Represented by: SMG (STEPHEN M. GAFFIGAN, PA) – Florida – USA

History of incidents:

Prosecution time Case number Law firm Brand Brand side
2022/4/11 22-cv-60701 SMG The BeatlesThe Beatles APPLE CORPS LIMITED et al
2021/12/8 21-cv-62470
21-cv-62469		 SMG The BeatlesThe Beatles APPLE CORPS LIMITED et al
2021/7/6 21-cv-61373 SMG The BeatlesThe Beatles APPLE CORPS LIMITED et al
2021/3/31 21-cv-60699 SMG The BeatlesThe Beatles APPLE CORPS LIMITED et al
2021/2/17 21-cv-60377 SMG The BeatlesThe Beatles APPLE CORPS LIMITED et al
2020/11/17 20-cv-62334 SMG The BeatlesThe Beatles APPLE CORPS LIMITED et al
2020/9/23 20-cv-61916 SMG The BeatlesThe Beatles APPLE CORPS LIMITED et al
2020/5/19 20-cv-60982 SMG The BeatlesThe Beatles APPLE CORPS LIMITED et al
2020-3-18 20-cv-60587 SMG The BeatlesThe Beatles APPLE CORPS LIMITED et al
2019-11-18 19-cv-62853 SMG The BeatlesThe Beatles APPLE CORPS LIMITED et al
2019-7-24 19-cv-61858 SMG The BeatlesThe Beatles APPLE CORPS LIMITED et al
2019-4-10 19-cv-60928 SMG The BeatlesThe Beatles APPLE CORPS LIMITED et al
2018-9-27 18-cv-62310 SMG The BeatlesThe Beatles APPLE CORPS LIMITED et al

Brand introduction:

The Beatles were an iconic British rock band formed in Liverpool in 1960. The band consisted of John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison, and Ringo Starr, and they are widely regarded as one of the most influential bands in the history of popular music.

The Beatles began their career playing in small clubs in Liverpool and Hamburg, Germany, before achieving worldwide fame with hits such as “I Want to Hold Your Hand,” “Yesterday,” and “Hey Jude.” They were known for their catchy melodies, clever lyrics, and innovative recording techniques, which included the use of unconventional instruments and studio effects.

The band’s music was heavily influenced by rock and roll, skiffle, and rhythm and blues, and their sound evolved over the course of their career to incorporate elements of folk, psychedelia, and Indian music. They were also known for their distinctive look, with their mop-top hairstyles, sharp suits, and colorful stage costumes.

The Beatles disbanded in 1970, but their music continues to be celebrated and enjoyed by millions of fans around the world. Their impact on popular culture and music cannot be overstated, and they remain one of the most influential and beloved bands in history.

Trademark:

There are some registered trademarks of The Beatles which cannot be touched, including:

  1. The Beatles logo – a distinctive, stylized image of the word “Beatles” with a drop “T” and a tail on the “S”.
  2. Yellow Submarine – a cartoon film and accompanying soundtrack album featuring the music of The Beatles.
  3. Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band – the band’s eighth studio album, which features the iconic album cover featuring the band dressed in colorful military-style uniforms.
  4. Abbey Road – the band’s eleventh studio album, which features the iconic album cover featuring the band walking across the zebra crossing outside Abbey Road Studios in London.
  5. The Beatles Anthology – a documentary series and accompanying book featuring rare and previously unreleased material from The Beatles’ career.

The Beatles trademark and patterns on product titles and pictures are infringements. Therefore, seller friends should pay attention to that!