Lawsuit Filed Against David Adjmi’s Stereophonic for Alleged Fleetwood Mac Copying
- David Adjmi's play 'Stereophonic' is facing a lawsuit for alleged copyright infringement of Ken Caillat's memoir 'Making Rumours.'
- The lawsuit claims that 'Stereophonic' replicates critical themes and dialogue from the memoir, which details the making of Fleetwood Mac's 'Rumours.'
- A judge ruled in favor of Adjmi, determining that the play is a parody and protected under the fair use doctrine.
In October 2024, a lawsuit was filed against David Adjmi and others involved in the production of 'Stereophonic' for allegedly infringing on the copyrighted memoir 'Making Rumours' by Ken Caillat. The play, which follows a fictional rock band in the 1970s, is claimed to have substantial similarities to Caillat's memoir, which details the behind-the-scenes experiences of producing Fleetwood Mac's iconic album 'Rumours.' The lawsuit highlights parallels in themes, dialogue, and settings between the two works, suggesting that Adjmi's claims of originality are unfounded. Caillat, who worked as a sound engineer and co-producer for Fleetwood Mac, argues that the success of 'Stereophonic' threatens the profits of his memoir and its potential adaptations. Despite these claims, a judge ruled in favor of Adjmi, stating that the play is a parody protected under the fair use doctrine, allowing for limited use of copyrighted material in transformative works. This case raises important questions about copyright infringement, artistic inspiration, and the boundaries of creative expression in the entertainment industry.