Live Nation is defending My Chemical Romance following a legal dispute over stage costumes worn during their recent California shows.
According to Rolling Stone, the promoter filed legal documents arguing that lookalike Dallas Cowboys Cheerleader uniforms used at the Hollywood Bowl were protected onstage parody under the First Amendment. The cheerleading organization sued both the band and the promoter last week, alleging that dancers wore knockoff blue-and-white outfits during a mock stage battle.
The cheer squad had pursued an emergency restraining order to prevent the clothing from appearing at upcoming weekend performances. A recent docket entry showed that an agreement was reached between the parties, and the band's manager clarified in a declaration that the costumes were never planned for use beyond the three dates ending on October 24.
Live Nation is now seeking to move the remaining lawsuit to federal court. Pro Silver Star continues to seek unspecified profits and damages, along with a trial and a permanent injunction preventing My Chemical Romance from using similar costumes in any future concerts.