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Sam Smith, Normani Copyright Case Likely Headed for Trial As Judge Signals No Dismissal

Rolling StoneFriday, September 11, 2026 at 11:24 PM

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A federal judge said Friday he was leaning toward denying a summary judgment bid and sending the copyright battle over the multi-platinum hit “Dancing With a Stranger” to trial

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Culture sets the tone of public attention — what people argue about when the news cycle turns. A federal judge said Friday he was leaning toward denying a summary judgment bid and sending the copyright battle over the multi-platinum hit “Dancing With a Stranger” to trial

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A federal judge said Friday he was leaning toward denying a summary judgment bid and sending the copyright battle over the multi-platinum hit “Dancing With a Stranger” to trial

Why it matters

Culture sets the tone of public attention — what people argue about when the news cycle turns.

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  1. Rolling Stone published: Sam Smith, Normani Copyright Case Likely Headed for Trial As Judge Signals No Dismissal

  2. Story is in today’s RedScroll edition. Follow the original source for updates.

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