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15 Country Stars Who Fought Their Own Record Labels: The Battle for Artistic Freedom

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In the competitive realm of country music, it is not uncommon for artists to find themselves embroiled in legal battles with their record labels. However, the situation becomes particularly awkward when the artist is fighting against their own record label.

It is a common occurrence that may surprise you. Tim McGraw and Brad Paisley both experienced long periods of conflict with their respective music labels.

Country artists such as Toby Keith, Kenny Rogers, LeAnn Rimes, Taylor Swift, Morgan Wallen, and several others have also been involved in battles with their respective record labels, both within and outside of the court.

Continue reading to find out which celebrities emerged as winners and which ones experienced defeat.

Images: These country music stars battled against their own record labels.

Gallery credit: Sterling Whitaker.

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