>Hip-Hop Feud: Exclusive Insight on the doPE Controversy

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January 27, 2026 12:24 pm

>Hip-Hop Feud: Exclusive Insight on the doPE Controversy

1. doPE Project Sparks Trademark Dispute with Industrial Band Dope

2. Trademark Claim by Edsel Dope

doPE Project Sparks Trademark Dispute with Industrial Band Dope

A new musical collaboration between Chuck D of Public Enemy adn John Densmore of The Doors has run into a potential legal snag. The duo announced their project, doPE, a portmanteau of “do” from The Doors’ logo and “PE” from public Enemy, but the name is already trademarked by the industrial band Dope.

Trademark Claim by Edsel Dope

Edsel Dope, the founder of the band Dope, has publicly addressed the situation, expressing both admiration for the artists and concern for his band’s established brand. Dope has

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Full Name: Jonathan Reed Role: Editor, News Category: News Location: London, United Kingdom Education: MA in International Journalism, City, University of London Experience: 16+ years in investigative and global news reporting Expertise: International affairs, investigative journalism, political analysis, breaking news Awards: British Press Award for Investigative Reporting 2022 Professional Affiliations: Member, International Press Institute Languages: English (native), French (conversational) Bio: Jonathan Reed is a veteran news editor and investigative journalist with over 16 years of experience reporting on major global events and political developments. He holds an MA in International Journalism from City, University of London. Jonathan is known for his commitment to unbiased, fact-checked reporting and his ability to break complex stories for a global audience. As Editor of the News section at World Today Journal, he leads coverage of breaking news, politics, and world affairs.