Kanye West Faces Accusations of Unauthorized Music Samples for New Album

The controversy surrounding Kanye West's latest album "Vultures 1" has escalated, as iconic figures Ozzy Osbourne and Donna Summer's estate publicly accused the rapper of using their music without permission. The Black Sabbath frontman took issue with the alleged sampling of a 1983 live performance of "Iron Man" during West's album listening party, claiming that West was denied permission due to being an antisemite. Meanwhile, the late singer Donna Summer's estate also alleged that West used her hit "I Feel Love" without permission on the new album track "Good (Don't Die)."

Reignited Controversies

These accusations have reignited previous controversies, as West faced significant backlash for antisemitic statements in 2022, resulting in multiple suspensions of his social media accounts and severed partnership deals. This latest dispute has once again put West's creative process and ethical conduct in the spotlight, raising questions about the use of uncleared samples and the potential legal implications.

Complex Intersection

The ongoing fallout from these allegations highlights the complex intersection of music, permission, and artistic integrity.