The Red Jumpsuit Apparatus in photo copyright debate

The Red Jumpsuit Apparatus have found themselves in a copyright violation claim with a local photographer.

The issue has now been resolved, however a mutual resolution came only after a lengthy debate between both parties.

The matter initially started when the band used a live photo on their Facebook page, without the consent of photographer Rohan Anderson.

When contacted, the band appeared dismissive, with excerpts from respective emails reading:

“You have no legal claim as the photo is credited and is not posted for a monetary gain and features our likeness and image not yours.”

“Most unknown photographers are happy to have world wide known bands use their photos and consider it an honor, you are clearly an example of the opposite.
Don’t send anymore threats or you’ll be hearing from our Lawyer!”

The situation was eventually resolved, with both parties providing comment.

Anderson wrote the following online:

“I'd just like to thank everyone for their overwhelming support for this situation. I've received thousands of emails and messages in support.”

“The money from this ‪@redjumpsuit saga just landed in my account, thanks again everyone for your support.”

You can read the lengthy sequence of events including the specific correspondence here.

The Red Jumpsuit Apparatus posted the following via Twitter:

We have addressed this issue most of which was a misunderstanding and are paying for the photo, thanks! #sorryrohan #stilllovethephoto

— Red Jumpsuit Apparat (@redjumpsuit) April 21, 2014

The facts are that we have contacted @rohan3au and worked things out. He was understanding and we apologized for our mistake. Thanks!

— Red Jumpsuit Apparat (@redjumpsuit) April 21, 2014