March 21, 2025
Violating Copyright Laws
Joseph Strange, 46, from Holly, Michigan, is accused of violating copyright laws by selling Eminem’s unreleased music.
Strange worked at Eminem’s studio in Ferndale for 14 years before being fired in 2021. The FBI seized evidence, including hard drives with the leaked tracks, during a search of his home.
Source: U.S. Attorney EDMI
$50K For 25 Songs
One buyer, “Doja Rat,” reportedly paid $50,000 in Bitcoin for 25 songs. The leaks came to light in January when staff at Eminem’s studio found the songs online.
The charges against Strange were filed by the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Michigan.
