Sony Music has filed a copyright infringement lawsuit against Kroger, parent company of grocery chain Ralphs, alleging the retailer used its recordings without authorization in social media advertising. The complaint cites 392 alleged unauthorized uses of Sony-owned tracks.
Court filings reference Kroger’s disclosed advertising spend of approximately $1.18 billion in 2025, a figure Sony’s legal team is likely to point to in arguing for damages. The case adds to a growing list of disputes between major labels and non-music companies over unlicensed use of recordings in marketing content.
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