Uzbekistan's People's Artist Yulduz Usmonova expressed her clear thoughts on the current state of the creative community, the problems in the singing industry, and the disputes arising around copyright. According to her, many artists have recently been left without inspiration, and the creative processes are regularly coming to a halt.
“They say new songs are not being released now. Do you ask why? Because creators are tired of the unexpected and delayed claims regarding their works. Sometimes, after 10-15 years, lawsuits are opened for songs that were actually performed based on permission — this is a severe blow to the creator,” said the singer.
In her address, she recalled the difficult times of the art community: “At the end of the last century, through production centers like 'Tarona' and 'Pantera', all rights were formalized, permissions were obtained, and taxes were paid. Now, however, it seems that there is no order from that time, and creators are left legally unprotected.”
Yulduz Usmonova also complained about the injustices arising from some poets and rights holders. She emphasized that “the poets who later file claims have also appropriated the works of another poet and are now relying on the laws.”
“Some were interested in writing in a commercial direction. But now we do not see poets who have dedicated their verses to the homeland,” Usmonova added.
While addressing the president, prime minister, and responsible agencies, she particularly emphasized that there should be a fair approach towards creators, that previously formalized permissions and contracts should be taken into account, and especially that the excessively delayed claims should be reviewed impartially.
Yulduz Usmonova's statement is expected to draw attention to the pressing issues in the creative environment and to be heard by the authorities. Indeed, if there is no safety and stability in the creative environment, inspiration will not last long.
