‘Ramsingh Sharma’ free to compete

President of the Trinidad and Tobago Copyright Collection Organisation (TTCO) Dr Vijay Ramlal Rai made the confirmation yesterday afternoon saying the organisation was “pleased” that both parties came to an agreement.

The song ‘Ramsingh Sharma’ was produced at Bakyard Studios owned by Richard Ramnarine of the popular band Dil E Nadan. It is performed by his brother Raymond Ramnarine and Omardath Maharaj, and since its release, has been commanding the airways.

In a media release, Rai stated: “Richard was unable to recollect that he and his band used Super Blue’s melody from the song ‘Ethel’ but finally agreed when TTCO pointed out to him and Richard (Ramnarine) that he indeed used the melody.” The president added that yesterday Ramnarine “eventually accepted” that the melody was in fact taken from Super Blue’s Road March song.

“TTCO is happy for the clarification and awareness of what has to be done when someone else’s melody has to be used even when a denial by the user was pointed out,” Rai added. TTCO is a Non-Profit Organization and according to its official website, it is a a Copyright Licensing body that protects unique areas such as: Works of Mas, Live and Featured Performances under Neighbouring Rights and Author Composer Under Traditional Copyright.