Summer Walker is preparing to fight back against Interscope Records’ $50 million lawsuit, with her attorney announcing plans to countersue while keeping the door open for a settlement.
Keith Moten, who represents the R&B singer, responded to the label’s Oct. 9 legal filing with a firm defense of Walker’s attempt to end her recording contract.
“We intend to vigorously defend against Interscope’s claims and pursue appropriate legal relief,” Moten said in a statement.
Walker signed the agreement with Interscope in 2017 and sought to terminate it in August under California’s seven-year statute. The law lets individuals end certain personal services contracts after seven years, though record labels can seek damages for albums that remain undelivered.
Interscope claims Walker still owes two projects under her five-album agreement and is seeking $50 million.
“Summer has made extraordinary contributions to Interscope’s success, and we believe she deserves the opportunity to move forward under terms that fairly recognize her value as an artist,” said Moten.
“Summer remains open to a constructive resolution,” he said, adding that she hopes to avoid “unnecessary or prolonged litigation.”
Interscope has also expressed interest in reaching an amicable agreement; meanwhile, Moten said Walker remains focused on “her music, her artistry, her children and her fans.”
