Controversies
Controversies tied to this brand in public sources. A listing is not a finding of fault.
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1974
Royalty and management litigation involving the Who
The Who sought recovery of substantial unpaid royalties and separated from Lambert and Stamp. The dispute contributed to the group’s departure from Track.
1968
Unauthorized Electric Ladyland cover image
Initial UK copies of Electric Ladyland used a photograph of nude women that had not been authorized by Hendrix, creating a notable packaging controversy around the release.
1967
PPX Enterprises contract dispute
Ed Chalpin and PPX Enterprises challenged Track’s agreement with Jimi Hendrix, arguing that it conflicted with an earlier exclusive recording contract. The dispute resulted in a monetary settlement and affected US rights to certain Hendrix releases.