[cpprfld]

Don't these politicians have anything better to do? I never even realized this was an issue, because wouldn't the use of another bands name be a trademark violation?

[mbynack]

Back when these bands were famous, the record companies signed contracts with them that gave the record company the rights to the band's names. Most of these older musicians were so happy to be making money that they didn't think about the long term effects.

As much as I agree with the sentiment, the record company bought the rights to the name and it's their property.

[RobRoy]

This is gonna protect, what, 100 people? Not much of a compelling argument for a new law. Especially when they already have recourse.