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Kevin MacLeod · music

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Reported: Aug 2026 · Claimant: We Are Era Music BV

Old videos crediting Kevin MacLeod were claimed by We Are Era Music BV. The first dispute was rejected as 'still valid'; after the creator pushed back again the claim was released. Another commenter said pasting the license into the dispute removed their We Are Era claim.

Outcome: Released after second challenge

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