duo.jpgIPNews® – Rap duo New Boyz was sued for trademark infringement by Christian group Newsboys in a Tennessee District Court last week. 

The Christian group, with a carefully built reputation based on clean lyrics and evangelism, asserts that the rap duo’s name is too similar to its own and is creating problems among fans and listeners who confuse the music, principles, and message of the two groups.  The Christian band is seeking a court order preventing use of the confusingly similar name, as well as damages for profits lost due to the confusion.  To continue reading, click: Newsboys sues New Boyz over Trademark