Four survivor-led advocacy organizations — including those founded by former Fox News anchor Gretchen Carlson and California Governor Gavin Newsom’s wife and filmmaker Jennifer Siebel Newsom — published a letter and report on Wednesday calling for the music business to take further action regarding sexual misconduct across the industry.
The report, titled “Sound Off: The Make Music Safe Report” compiled decades of previously disclosed allegations against over two dozen prominent artists and industry executives such as Sean “Diddy” Combs, Axl Rose, Anti-Flag’s Justin Geever, composer Danny Elfman, former Def Jam head Russell Simmons,...
The report, titled “Sound Off: The Make Music Safe Report” compiled decades of previously disclosed allegations against over two dozen prominent artists and industry executives such as Sean “Diddy” Combs, Axl Rose, Anti-Flag’s Justin Geever, composer Danny Elfman, former Def Jam head Russell Simmons,...
- 2/29/2024
- by Ethan Millman
- Rollingstone.com
The surge of sexual-abuse lawsuits that hit some of the music industry’s most powerful figures last week isn’t over yet, several lawyers tell Rolling Stone.
Last week, as the window for New York’s Adult Survivors Act (Asa) was nearing a close, it brought forward one of the widest sets of allegations to hit the industry in years as renowned artists and executives including Axl Rose, Sean “Diddy” Combs, L.A. Reid, and Jimmy Iovine all faced lawsuits that detailed allegations of sexual abuse.
The act — which opened...
Last week, as the window for New York’s Adult Survivors Act (Asa) was nearing a close, it brought forward one of the widest sets of allegations to hit the industry in years as renowned artists and executives including Axl Rose, Sean “Diddy” Combs, L.A. Reid, and Jimmy Iovine all faced lawsuits that detailed allegations of sexual abuse.
The act — which opened...
- 11/30/2023
- by Ethan Millman
- Rollingstone.com
Film composer Danny Elfman has denied allegations from a woman who claimed that he sexually harassed her over 20 years ago, stating that the claims were “meritless” and “would carry no weight in a court of law.”
In Elfman’s answer to the anonymous Jane Doe accuser’s allegations, filed in Los Angeles Court on Monday, Elfman and his legal team claimed that the suit “was maliciously filed by Plaintiff and her attorneys, without any valid basis in fact or law, for the improper purpose of embarrassing Mr. Elfman and extorting settlement money.
In Elfman’s answer to the anonymous Jane Doe accuser’s allegations, filed in Los Angeles Court on Monday, Elfman and his legal team claimed that the suit “was maliciously filed by Plaintiff and her attorneys, without any valid basis in fact or law, for the improper purpose of embarrassing Mr. Elfman and extorting settlement money.
- 11/7/2023
- by Ethan Millman
- Rollingstone.com
Danny Elfman is responding to allegations that he sexually abused a woman in the late 1990s and early 2000s.
Two different women have accused the 70-year-old musician of sexual harassment, sexual assault, and similar transgressions. In July, composer Nomi Abadi sued Danny for failing to pay an $830,000 settlement over a sexual harassment case from 2018.
In October, a second woman came forward, accusing Danny of sexually abusing her from 1997 to 2002 while she was a 21-year-old student at the New York Film Academy.
Keep reading to find out how he responded…
On Monday (November 6), Danny claimed that he “committed no sexual abuse, made no inappropriate advances and never inappropriately touched” his accuser, THR reports.
In a statement obtained by the outlet, Danny‘s lawyer, Camille Vasquez wrote: “Recognizing that her absurd allegations would carry no weight in a court of law, Plaintiff and her attorneys chose to embark on a disinformation campaign,...
Two different women have accused the 70-year-old musician of sexual harassment, sexual assault, and similar transgressions. In July, composer Nomi Abadi sued Danny for failing to pay an $830,000 settlement over a sexual harassment case from 2018.
In October, a second woman came forward, accusing Danny of sexually abusing her from 1997 to 2002 while she was a 21-year-old student at the New York Film Academy.
Keep reading to find out how he responded…
On Monday (November 6), Danny claimed that he “committed no sexual abuse, made no inappropriate advances and never inappropriately touched” his accuser, THR reports.
In a statement obtained by the outlet, Danny‘s lawyer, Camille Vasquez wrote: “Recognizing that her absurd allegations would carry no weight in a court of law, Plaintiff and her attorneys chose to embark on a disinformation campaign,...
- 11/7/2023
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
Oscar-nominated composer Danny Elfman is denying allegations from a woman who accused him of sexual abuse from 1997 to 2002. He claims that the lawsuit was “maliciously filed” for the “purpose of embarrassing him” with the goal of extorting settlement money.
In October, a 47-year-old woman in Maryland came forward with accusations against Elfman that the Grammy winner groomed and assaulted her when she was a student at the New York Film Academy. She sued Elfman, who was 47 at the time of the alleged incident, and his company, Musica de la Muerta, in Los Angeles Superior Court for sexual assault, gender violence, intentional infliction of emotional distress, sexual harassment and negligence. The lawsuit from the Jane Doe plaintiff mirrored allegations from composer Nomi Abadi, who claimed in July that Elfman failed to pay part of a settlement reached in 2018 to resolve a similar case.
Elfman on Monday claimed that he “committed no sexual abuse,...
In October, a 47-year-old woman in Maryland came forward with accusations against Elfman that the Grammy winner groomed and assaulted her when she was a student at the New York Film Academy. She sued Elfman, who was 47 at the time of the alleged incident, and his company, Musica de la Muerta, in Los Angeles Superior Court for sexual assault, gender violence, intentional infliction of emotional distress, sexual harassment and negligence. The lawsuit from the Jane Doe plaintiff mirrored allegations from composer Nomi Abadi, who claimed in July that Elfman failed to pay part of a settlement reached in 2018 to resolve a similar case.
Elfman on Monday claimed that he “committed no sexual abuse,...
- 11/7/2023
- by Winston Cho
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Halsey was scheduled to perform this weekend as part of the annual Nightmare Before Christmas shows at the Hollywood Bowl, but she quietly dropped out recently due to “unforeseen circumstances.”
On October 10, Halsey was announced as special guest in the role of Sally and to perform “Sally’s Song” in composer Danny Elfman’s popular “live-to-film” performances of the 1993 Halloween/Christmas classic, with this year’s concerts set to mark the 30th anniversary of the film.
Halsey was booked to perform Friday, October 27 and Saturday, October 28 at the Hollywood Bowl,...
On October 10, Halsey was announced as special guest in the role of Sally and to perform “Sally’s Song” in composer Danny Elfman’s popular “live-to-film” performances of the 1993 Halloween/Christmas classic, with this year’s concerts set to mark the 30th anniversary of the film.
Halsey was booked to perform Friday, October 27 and Saturday, October 28 at the Hollywood Bowl,...
- 10/28/2023
- by Daniel Kreps
- Rollingstone.com
Danny Elfman Responds To Allegations Of Sexual Misconduct In Lawsuit As “Baseless & Absurd” – Update
Update: A spokesperson for Danny Elfman has responded to the accusations raised in the lawsuit filed against him on Thursday.
“The allegations of misconduct made against Mr. Elfman are baseless and absurd. His legal team is assessing all options and he will vigorously defend these claims in court.”
Earlier: Oscar-nominated and Grammy-winning composer Danny Elfman has been accused in lurid detail of sexual misconduct by another woman, who claims he frequently was naked in her presence and allegedly masturbated while she slept next to him.
Documents filed Thursday in Los Angeles Superior Court said the accuser was 21 when she met the 47-year-old Elfman in New York. She is referred to as “Jane Doe” in the court papers.
The lawsuit names Elfman and his company, Musica de la Muerta, alleging that he committed sexual assault, gender violence, intentional infliction of emotional distress, sexual harassment and negligence on her from 1997 to 2002.
Read the complaint here.
“The allegations of misconduct made against Mr. Elfman are baseless and absurd. His legal team is assessing all options and he will vigorously defend these claims in court.”
Earlier: Oscar-nominated and Grammy-winning composer Danny Elfman has been accused in lurid detail of sexual misconduct by another woman, who claims he frequently was naked in her presence and allegedly masturbated while she slept next to him.
Documents filed Thursday in Los Angeles Superior Court said the accuser was 21 when she met the 47-year-old Elfman in New York. She is referred to as “Jane Doe” in the court papers.
The lawsuit names Elfman and his company, Musica de la Muerta, alleging that he committed sexual assault, gender violence, intentional infliction of emotional distress, sexual harassment and negligence on her from 1997 to 2002.
Read the complaint here.
- 10/20/2023
- by Bruce Haring
- Deadline Film + TV
Danny Elfman has once again been sued for sexual harassment, per The Hollywood Reporter.
The accuser is a 47-year-old Maryland woman going by Jane Doe Xx, who filed the lawsuit on Thursday, October 19 in Los Angeles Superior Court. In the court documents, she alleges that the famed composer sexually abused her from 1997 to 2002.
Elfman and his Musica de la Muerta company are being sued for sexual assault, gender violence, intentional infliction of emotional distress, sexual harassment, and negligence. The plaintiff is seeking damages, “including but not limited to medical and incidental expenses and loss of earnings.”
A spokesperson for Elfman vigorously pushed back against the accusations in a statement issued to The Hollywood Reporter: “The allegations of misconduct made against Mr. Elfman are baseless and absurd. His legal team is assessing all options and he will vigorously defend these claims in court.”
In the complaint, Jane Doe Xx recalled meeting...
The accuser is a 47-year-old Maryland woman going by Jane Doe Xx, who filed the lawsuit on Thursday, October 19 in Los Angeles Superior Court. In the court documents, she alleges that the famed composer sexually abused her from 1997 to 2002.
Elfman and his Musica de la Muerta company are being sued for sexual assault, gender violence, intentional infliction of emotional distress, sexual harassment, and negligence. The plaintiff is seeking damages, “including but not limited to medical and incidental expenses and loss of earnings.”
A spokesperson for Elfman vigorously pushed back against the accusations in a statement issued to The Hollywood Reporter: “The allegations of misconduct made against Mr. Elfman are baseless and absurd. His legal team is assessing all options and he will vigorously defend these claims in court.”
In the complaint, Jane Doe Xx recalled meeting...
- 10/20/2023
- by Eddie Fu
- Consequence - Music
An unnamed woman has accused rock star and composer Danny Elfman of sexual abuse in a new lawsuit filed in Los Angeles Superior Court.
The lawsuit, obtained by Rolling Stone and The Hollywood Reporter, names Elfman and his company Musica de la Muerta as defendants on charges of sexual assault, gender violence, intentional infliction of emotional distress, sexual harassment and negligence.
In the lawsuit, the woman, who goes by the name Jane Doe Xx, claims that she first met Elfman in 1997 when she was a 21-year-old student at the New York Film Academy. Elfman, who was 47 at the time, was well known as the frontman for the ’80s new wave band Oingo Boingo and from his work on multiple Tim Burton films such as “The Nightmare Before Christmas” as well as TV shows such as “The Simpsons.
The woman claims Elfman invited her to industry events as a “consultant and protegé.
The lawsuit, obtained by Rolling Stone and The Hollywood Reporter, names Elfman and his company Musica de la Muerta as defendants on charges of sexual assault, gender violence, intentional infliction of emotional distress, sexual harassment and negligence.
In the lawsuit, the woman, who goes by the name Jane Doe Xx, claims that she first met Elfman in 1997 when she was a 21-year-old student at the New York Film Academy. Elfman, who was 47 at the time, was well known as the frontman for the ’80s new wave band Oingo Boingo and from his work on multiple Tim Burton films such as “The Nightmare Before Christmas” as well as TV shows such as “The Simpsons.
The woman claims Elfman invited her to industry events as a “consultant and protegé.
- 10/20/2023
- by Jeremy Fuster
- The Wrap
A second woman has accused Danny Elfman of sexual harassment.
The 70-year-old musician and former Oingo Boingo lead singer was sued by composer Nomi Abadi in July for failing to pay an $830,000 settlement over a sexual harassment case from 2018.
Keep reading to find out more…
On Thursday, a 47-year-old woman from Maryland filed a lawsuit against Danny and his company, Musica de la Muerta, in Los Angeles Superior Court, THR reports.
The woman, who goes by Jane Doe Xx, alleged that the Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness composer sexually abused her from 1997 to 2002. She is suing for gender violence, intentional infliction of emotional distress, sexual harassment and negligence.
The plaintiff claims that she met Danny at a party in April 1997 when she was a 21-year-old student at the New York Film Academy. According to the complaint, he treated her as a “consultant and protegé.”
The complaint alleges that...
The 70-year-old musician and former Oingo Boingo lead singer was sued by composer Nomi Abadi in July for failing to pay an $830,000 settlement over a sexual harassment case from 2018.
Keep reading to find out more…
On Thursday, a 47-year-old woman from Maryland filed a lawsuit against Danny and his company, Musica de la Muerta, in Los Angeles Superior Court, THR reports.
The woman, who goes by Jane Doe Xx, alleged that the Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness composer sexually abused her from 1997 to 2002. She is suing for gender violence, intentional infliction of emotional distress, sexual harassment and negligence.
The plaintiff claims that she met Danny at a party in April 1997 when she was a 21-year-old student at the New York Film Academy. According to the complaint, he treated her as a “consultant and protegé.”
The complaint alleges that...
- 10/20/2023
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
A second woman has come forward with allegations of sexual misconduct against composer and musician Danny Elfman, according to a lawsuit obtained by Rolling Stone.
The woman, who filed the lawsuit anonymously as a Jane Doe accuser in Los Angeles on Thursday, claimed in the suit that Elfman frequently exposed himself to her and allegedly told her that he masturbated next to her while she was asleep and couldn’t consent to the act.
The suit comes three months after a Rolling Stone investigation revealed that Los Angeles composer Nomi Abadi...
The woman, who filed the lawsuit anonymously as a Jane Doe accuser in Los Angeles on Thursday, claimed in the suit that Elfman frequently exposed himself to her and allegedly told her that he masturbated next to her while she was asleep and couldn’t consent to the act.
The suit comes three months after a Rolling Stone investigation revealed that Los Angeles composer Nomi Abadi...
- 10/19/2023
- by Ethan Millman
- Rollingstone.com
A second woman has come forward with sexual abuse allegations against Oscar-nominated and Grammy-winning composer Danny Elfman.
In documents filed Thursday in Los Angeles Superior Court, the accuser, a 47-year-old woman in Maryland going by Jane Doe Xx, is alleging that Elfman sexually abused her from 1997 to 2002. She is suing Elfman and his company, Musica de la Muerta, for sexual assault, gender violence, intentional infliction of emotional distress, sexual harassment and negligence.
When asked for comment, a spokesperson for Elfman stated: “The allegations of misconduct made against Mr. Elfman are baseless and absurd. His legal team is assessing all options and he will vigorously defend these claims in court.”
According to the complaint, the plaintiff met Elfman at a party in April of 1997 while she was a 21-year-old student at the New York Film Academy and Elfman was 47, and he began inviting her to industry events, asking her opinions on films and music,...
In documents filed Thursday in Los Angeles Superior Court, the accuser, a 47-year-old woman in Maryland going by Jane Doe Xx, is alleging that Elfman sexually abused her from 1997 to 2002. She is suing Elfman and his company, Musica de la Muerta, for sexual assault, gender violence, intentional infliction of emotional distress, sexual harassment and negligence.
When asked for comment, a spokesperson for Elfman stated: “The allegations of misconduct made against Mr. Elfman are baseless and absurd. His legal team is assessing all options and he will vigorously defend these claims in court.”
According to the complaint, the plaintiff met Elfman at a party in April of 1997 while she was a 21-year-old student at the New York Film Academy and Elfman was 47, and he began inviting her to industry events, asking her opinions on films and music,...
- 10/19/2023
- by Rebecca Keegan
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
The longtime Tim Burton collaborator reportedly settled a suit for $830,000 but after failing to pay, his accuser is suing
The Oscar-nominated composer Danny Elfman is being sued after reportedly failing to pay $830,000 to an alleged victim of sexual harassment.
According to Rolling Stone, the 70-year-old, whose scores include Batman, Spider-Man and Good Will Hunting, was accused in 2017 by 35-year-old composer Nomi Abadi of exposing himself and masturbating in front of her without consent on two occasions.
The Oscar-nominated composer Danny Elfman is being sued after reportedly failing to pay $830,000 to an alleged victim of sexual harassment.
According to Rolling Stone, the 70-year-old, whose scores include Batman, Spider-Man and Good Will Hunting, was accused in 2017 by 35-year-old composer Nomi Abadi of exposing himself and masturbating in front of her without consent on two occasions.
- 7/20/2023
- by Benjamin Lee
- The Guardian - Film News
Danny Elfman, one of Hollywood’s most prolific musicians and composer of “The Simpsons” theme and countless iconic movie scores, was sued for partial nonpayment of an $830,000 settlement made in 2018 by a female fellow composer who had accused him of sexual harassment the year before.
Elfman has sternly denied any wrongdoing, and characterized the relationship to Rolling Stone, which first reported the lawsuit and settlement, as a friendship and mentorship that went sideways when the 70-year-old rejected the now 35-year-old woman’s romantic advances. The Wednesday filing in Los Angeles Superior Court seeks injunctive relief for partial nonpayment to the tune of about $85,000 to a charitable organization for sexual assault victims that the woman set up after they forged the agreement five years ago.
The woman, identified by Rolling Stone as Grammy-nominated pianist and composer Nomi Abadi, accused Elfman in a 2017 police report of masturbating in front of her and...
Elfman has sternly denied any wrongdoing, and characterized the relationship to Rolling Stone, which first reported the lawsuit and settlement, as a friendship and mentorship that went sideways when the 70-year-old rejected the now 35-year-old woman’s romantic advances. The Wednesday filing in Los Angeles Superior Court seeks injunctive relief for partial nonpayment to the tune of about $85,000 to a charitable organization for sexual assault victims that the woman set up after they forged the agreement five years ago.
The woman, identified by Rolling Stone as Grammy-nominated pianist and composer Nomi Abadi, accused Elfman in a 2017 police report of masturbating in front of her and...
- 7/20/2023
- by Josh Dickey
- The Wrap
Danny Elfman is singing a different tune after sexual harassment allegations have been made public.
A new report by Rolling Stone revealed that Elfman settled a sexual harassment claim for $830,000 in 2018. Composer and musical prodigy Nomi Abadi alleged in July 2018 that mentor Elfman repeatedly exposed himself to her, sent disturbing text messages, and masturbated multiple times in her presence without her consent. A Los Angeles Police Department report at the time cited “indecent exposure” in the case. Elfman’s attorney has refuted the claims.
Abadi is now suing Elfman five years later over Elfman allegedly failing to pay the settlement fee in whole. Per court documents, Abadi “agreed to resolve an underlying dispute which included terms that [Elfman] would make payments in four different categories in various installments over the course of five years totaling $830,000.00.” Elfman did not pay two $42,500 installments in both July 2019 and July 2021, per the filing.
Abadi, who is 35 years Elfman’s junior,...
A new report by Rolling Stone revealed that Elfman settled a sexual harassment claim for $830,000 in 2018. Composer and musical prodigy Nomi Abadi alleged in July 2018 that mentor Elfman repeatedly exposed himself to her, sent disturbing text messages, and masturbated multiple times in her presence without her consent. A Los Angeles Police Department report at the time cited “indecent exposure” in the case. Elfman’s attorney has refuted the claims.
Abadi is now suing Elfman five years later over Elfman allegedly failing to pay the settlement fee in whole. Per court documents, Abadi “agreed to resolve an underlying dispute which included terms that [Elfman] would make payments in four different categories in various installments over the course of five years totaling $830,000.00.” Elfman did not pay two $42,500 installments in both July 2019 and July 2021, per the filing.
Abadi, who is 35 years Elfman’s junior,...
- 7/20/2023
- by Samantha Bergeson
- Indiewire
Los Angeles, July 20 (Ians) Oscar nominated composer Danny Elfman, known for creating ‘The Simpsons’ theme song and the music behind ‘The Nightmare Before Christmas’, ‘Men In Black’, ‘Spider-Man’ and most recently, Netflix’s ‘Wednesday’ is being sued for breach of contract for failing to make settlement payments due to allegations of sexual harassment.
Details of that settlement have been revealed in a Rolling Stone article, as well as new court documents filed by Nomi Abadi, a Grammy-nominated pianist and composer. In documents filed Wednesday in Los Angeles Superior Court, Abadi claims that Elfman has not paid the settlement in full, and is suing for $85,000 she says is still owed, reports hollywoodreporter.com.
According to the court documents, the $85,000 were part of charitable payments to be made by Elfman, rather than personal payments to Abadi.
Abadi, who is under a non-disclosure agreement, did not speak to Rolling Stone, but the outlet...
Details of that settlement have been revealed in a Rolling Stone article, as well as new court documents filed by Nomi Abadi, a Grammy-nominated pianist and composer. In documents filed Wednesday in Los Angeles Superior Court, Abadi claims that Elfman has not paid the settlement in full, and is suing for $85,000 she says is still owed, reports hollywoodreporter.com.
According to the court documents, the $85,000 were part of charitable payments to be made by Elfman, rather than personal payments to Abadi.
Abadi, who is under a non-disclosure agreement, did not speak to Rolling Stone, but the outlet...
- 7/20/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Oscar-nominated composer Danny Elfman settled a previously unknown sexual harassment claim brought in 2018 by a former friend and fellow composer. Eflman and composer Nomi Abadi agreed to an $830,000 settlement paid in installments over five years.
Details of that settlement have been revealed in a Rolling Stone article, as well as new court documents filed by Abadi. In documents filed Wednesday in Los Angeles Superior Court, Abadi claims that Elfman has not paid the settlement in full, and is suing for $85,000 she says is still owed. According to the court documents, the $85,000 were part of charitable payments to be made by Elfman, rather than personal payments to Abadi.
The Hollywood Reporter has reached out to reps for Elfman and to Abadi’s attorney.
Abadi, who is under a non-disclosure agreement, did not speak to Rolling Stone, but the outlet cited a 2017 police report in which she claimed Elfman masturbated in front...
Details of that settlement have been revealed in a Rolling Stone article, as well as new court documents filed by Abadi. In documents filed Wednesday in Los Angeles Superior Court, Abadi claims that Elfman has not paid the settlement in full, and is suing for $85,000 she says is still owed. According to the court documents, the $85,000 were part of charitable payments to be made by Elfman, rather than personal payments to Abadi.
The Hollywood Reporter has reached out to reps for Elfman and to Abadi’s attorney.
Abadi, who is under a non-disclosure agreement, did not speak to Rolling Stone, but the outlet cited a 2017 police report in which she claimed Elfman masturbated in front...
- 7/20/2023
- by Aaron Couch
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
In 2018, Danny Elfman agreed to pay a $830,000 settlement to a woman who accused him of sexual harassment, according to a new Rolling Stone report. The news came to light because the woman is suing Elfman for allegedly failing to make payments in the agreement.
According to court documents obtained by Rolling Stone, Elfman and Nomi Abadi, a 35-year-old musician and composer, “agreed to resolve an underlying dispute which included terms that [Elfman] would make payments in four different categories in various installments over the course of 5 years totaling $830,000.” Elfman allegedly failed to make two payments of $42,500 in 2019 and 2021, and in documents filed in Los Angeles this week, Abadi is suing for breach of contract.
In a November 2017 police report, Abadi accused Elfman — a childhood idol of the musician, who she forged a professional relationship with after meeting in 2015 — of indecent exposure and masturbating in front of her without her consent. Quoting...
According to court documents obtained by Rolling Stone, Elfman and Nomi Abadi, a 35-year-old musician and composer, “agreed to resolve an underlying dispute which included terms that [Elfman] would make payments in four different categories in various installments over the course of 5 years totaling $830,000.” Elfman allegedly failed to make two payments of $42,500 in 2019 and 2021, and in documents filed in Los Angeles this week, Abadi is suing for breach of contract.
In a November 2017 police report, Abadi accused Elfman — a childhood idol of the musician, who she forged a professional relationship with after meeting in 2015 — of indecent exposure and masturbating in front of her without her consent. Quoting...
- 7/20/2023
- by Carys Anderson
- Consequence - Music
On July 31, 2018, Danny Elfman, one of the most prolific and celebrated film and television composers of all time, entered into a settlement and nondisclosure agreement with a former friend and fellow composer. The agreement — previously unreported — came after she’d accused him of multiple instances of sexual harassment.
Now, the woman is suing Elfman, according to new court documents obtained by Rolling Stone, alleging that Elfman has failed to fully pay the agreed-upon $830,000 when they both signed the settlement agreement five years ago.
The filing itself, a breach of contract...
Now, the woman is suing Elfman, according to new court documents obtained by Rolling Stone, alleging that Elfman has failed to fully pay the agreed-upon $830,000 when they both signed the settlement agreement five years ago.
The filing itself, a breach of contract...
- 7/20/2023
- by Ethan Millman
- Rollingstone.com
The film scoring industry is largely unregulated, with few protections for assistants. Veterans say abuse is rampant
In the wake of the #MeToo movement that toppled Harvey Weinstein and made the the entertainment industry tremble, an up-and-coming musician named Nomi Abadi vowed to expose one of Hollywood’s last dirty secrets: the toxic, abusive work conditions that run rampant behind the closed doors of soundtrack composing studios.
Abadi, a former child piano prodigy turned singer and composer, was a sexual abuse survivor and knew of many others in a part of the industry where men still vastly outnumber women and much of the work goes on unregulated at all hours of the day and night.
In the wake of the #MeToo movement that toppled Harvey Weinstein and made the the entertainment industry tremble, an up-and-coming musician named Nomi Abadi vowed to expose one of Hollywood’s last dirty secrets: the toxic, abusive work conditions that run rampant behind the closed doors of soundtrack composing studios.
Abadi, a former child piano prodigy turned singer and composer, was a sexual abuse survivor and knew of many others in a part of the industry where men still vastly outnumber women and much of the work goes on unregulated at all hours of the day and night.
- 2/21/2023
- by Andrew Gumbel in Los Angeles
- The Guardian - Film News
Nomi Abadi has been a piano prodigy since she was three years old and has toured around the world as a classical pianist, releasing numerous albums and EPs. But as she stood at a podium in a downtown Los Angeles hotel conference room Friday afternoon, she wasn’t there to talk about her accomplishments.
“I dream of the music industry where there are no sexual predators of women,” the advocate and founder of the Female Composer Safety League said at the press conference ahead of Sunday’s Grammy Awards. “I...
“I dream of the music industry where there are no sexual predators of women,” the advocate and founder of the Female Composer Safety League said at the press conference ahead of Sunday’s Grammy Awards. “I...
- 2/4/2023
- by Jason Newman
- Rollingstone.com
As a busy Grammys weekend kicks off with the MusiCares gala, women who say they are survivors of sexual abuse in the music world are calling for that industry to change its tune.
“How much does music care?” asked Melissa Schuman, a recording artist and actress who alleged in 2017 that Nick Carter raped her in the early 2000s. Carter has denied the allegation.
Schuman, a former singer with the girl group Dream, is one of four women and their legal teams who participated in a press conference in downtown Los Angeles on Friday afternoon before heading to tonight’s MusiCares Persons of the Year Gala at the L.A. Convention Center.
Attorney Jeff Anderson, who represents multiple women with cases pending against music industry defendants, said record labels have participated in “systematic concealment” of abuses.
New laws passed in California and New York in 2022 have created a window for adult...
“How much does music care?” asked Melissa Schuman, a recording artist and actress who alleged in 2017 that Nick Carter raped her in the early 2000s. Carter has denied the allegation.
Schuman, a former singer with the girl group Dream, is one of four women and their legal teams who participated in a press conference in downtown Los Angeles on Friday afternoon before heading to tonight’s MusiCares Persons of the Year Gala at the L.A. Convention Center.
Attorney Jeff Anderson, who represents multiple women with cases pending against music industry defendants, said record labels have participated in “systematic concealment” of abuses.
New laws passed in California and New York in 2022 have created a window for adult...
- 2/4/2023
- by Rebecca Keegan
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
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