Overview
- Chrome Hearts LLC filed the trademark infringement complaint on Sept. 11 in federal court in Los Angeles, seeking an injunction and unspecified damages.
- The suit argues that merchandise labeled "Neil Young and the Chrome Hearts" risks consumer confusion, citing screenshots of third‑party listings that pair Young’s image with Chrome Hearts‑style logos.
- According to the complaint, the brand warned Young’s representatives in July, but the band continued touring and selling merch under the name.
- Defendants named include Neil Young, bandmates Micah Nelson, Corey McCormick, Anthony Logerfo, Spooner Oldham, and Young’s production company, The Other Shoe Productions.
- Spokespeople for Young and for Chrome Hearts did not immediately comment, and the band’s scheduled shows in Mountain View and at the Hollywood Bowl remained listed.