THE BLACK KEYS Trademark

Trademark Overview


On Friday, March 26, 2010, a trademark application was filed for THE BLACK KEYS with the United States Patent and Trademark Office. The USPTO has given the THE BLACK KEYS trademark a serial number of 77969949. The federal status of this trademark filing is REGISTERED AND RENEWED as of Monday, April 4, 2022. This trademark is owned by The Black Keys Partnership. The THE BLACK KEYS trademark is filed in the Computer & Software Products & Electrical & Scientific Products, Paper & Printed Material Products, Clothing & Apparel Products, Communication Services, and Education & Entertainment Services categories with the following description:

(( Entertainment services, namely, music production services; Entertainment in the nature of live musical performances; )) entertainment services, namely, nondownloadable ring back tones and pre-recorded music presented to mobile communications devices via global computer network and wireless networks; (( entertainment services, namely, live music concerts and events featuring live musical performances; )) [ arranging and conducting of concerts and live music events; ] (( production of musical audio sound and audiovisual video recordings; record production; production of audio sound and audiovisual video recordings featuring live musical performances; )) providing a web site featuring entertainment information on musical artists, musical concert tours and events including (( downloadable and )) streaming audio and audiovisual musical content, sound recordings, and other music-based entertainment content (( and information )) ; providing nondownloadable electronic publications in the na...

Computer software featuring music and musical based entertainment; audio and audiovisual recordings featuring music and musical entertainment; downloadable audio and audiovisual recordings featuring music and musical entertainment; phonograph records, [ pre-recorded magnetic tapes, ] discs, [ cassettes, ] compact discs, DVDs featuring music; downloadable telephone ring tones featuring music; electronic publications, namely, electronic liner notes, brochures and newsletters in the field of music and musical entertainment

Books in the field of music and musical entertainment; [ photography books in the field of music; ] pictures and photographs of musical artists and performers; (( art prints; posters; stickers )) [ ; printed tour schedules for musical performances and concerts ]

(Based on Use in Commerce) Streaming of audio and audiovisual material on the Internet; transmission of audio and audiovisual content featuring music and musical based entertainment via telecommunications networks; transmission and distribution of musical sound and video content via telecommunications networks

Clothing, namely, shirts; t-shirts; sweatshirts; hooded sweatshirts
the black keys

General Information


Serial Number77969949
Word MarkTHE BLACK KEYS
Filing DateFriday, March 26, 2010
Status800 - REGISTERED AND RENEWED
Status DateMonday, April 4, 2022
Registration Number4139578
Registration DateTuesday, May 8, 2012
Mark Drawing4000 - Illustration: Drawing with word(s) / letter(s) / number(s) in Block form
Published for Opposition DateTuesday, December 28, 2010

Trademark Statements


Goods and Services(( Entertainment services, namely, music production services; Entertainment in the nature of live musical performances; )) entertainment services, namely, nondownloadable ring back tones and pre-recorded music presented to mobile communications devices via global computer network and wireless networks; (( entertainment services, namely, live music concerts and events featuring live musical performances; )) [ arranging and conducting of concerts and live music events; ] (( production of musical audio sound and audiovisual video recordings; record production; production of audio sound and audiovisual video recordings featuring live musical performances; )) providing a web site featuring entertainment information on musical artists, musical concert tours and events including (( downloadable and )) streaming audio and audiovisual musical content, sound recordings, and other music-based entertainment content (( and information )) ; providing nondownloadable electronic publications in the nature of online newsletters and liner notes in the field of music and musical entertainment
Goods and ServicesComputer software featuring music and musical based entertainment; audio and audiovisual recordings featuring music and musical entertainment; downloadable audio and audiovisual recordings featuring music and musical entertainment; phonograph records, [ pre-recorded magnetic tapes, ] discs, [ cassettes, ] compact discs, DVDs featuring music; downloadable telephone ring tones featuring music; electronic publications, namely, electronic liner notes, brochures and newsletters in the field of music and musical entertainment
Goods and ServicesBooks in the field of music and musical entertainment; [ photography books in the field of music; ] pictures and photographs of musical artists and performers; (( art prints; posters; stickers )) [ ; printed tour schedules for musical performances and concerts ]
Goods and Services(Based on Use in Commerce) Streaming of audio and audiovisual material on the Internet; transmission of audio and audiovisual content featuring music and musical based entertainment via telecommunications networks; transmission and distribution of musical sound and video content via telecommunications networks
Goods and ServicesClothing, namely, shirts; t-shirts; sweatshirts; hooded sweatshirts

Classification Information


International Class009 - Scientific, nautical, surveying, photographic, cinematographic, optical, weighing, measuring, signalling, checking (supervision), life-saving and teaching apparatus and instruments; apparatus and instruments for conducting, switching, transforming, accumulating, regulating or controlling electricity; apparatus for recording, transmission or reproduction of sound or images; magnetic data carriers, recording discs; automatic vending machines and mechanisms for coin operated apparatus; cash registers, calculating machines, data processing equipment and computers; fire extinguishing apparatus.
US Class Codes021, 023, 026, 036, 038
Class Status Code6 - Active
Class Status DateWednesday, March 31, 2010
Primary Code009
First Use Anywhere DateTuesday, May 14, 2002
First Use In Commerce DateTuesday, May 14, 2002

International Class016 - Paper, cardboard and goods made from these materials, not included in other classes; printed matter; bookbinding material; photographs; stationery; adhesives for stationery or household purposes; artists' materials; paint brushes; typewriters and office requisites (except furniture); instructional and teaching material (except apparatus); plastic materials for packaging (not included in other classes); printers' type; printing blocks.
US Class Codes002, 005, 022, 023, 029, 037, 038, 050
Class Status Code6 - Active
Class Status DateWednesday, March 31, 2010
Primary Code016
First Use Anywhere DateTuesday, April 30, 2002
First Use In Commerce DateTuesday, April 30, 2002

International Class025 - Clothing, footwear, headgear.
US Class Codes022, 039
Class Status Code6 - Active
Class Status DateWednesday, March 31, 2010
Primary Code025
First Use Anywhere DateTuesday, April 30, 2002
First Use In Commerce DateTuesday, April 30, 2002

International Class038 - Services allowing people to communicate with another by a sensory means.
US Class Codes100, 101, 104
Class Status Code6 - Active
Class Status DateWednesday, March 31, 2010
Primary Code038
First Use Anywhere DateWednesday, April 30, 2003
First Use In Commerce DateWednesday, April 30, 2003

International Class041 - Education; providing of training; entertainment; sporting and cultural activities.
US Class Codes100, 101, 107
Class Status Code6 - Active
Class Status DateWednesday, March 31, 2010
Primary Code041
First Use Anywhere DateTuesday, April 30, 2002
First Use In Commerce DateTuesday, April 30, 2002

Trademark Owner History


Party NameThe Black Keys Partnership
Party Type30 - Original Registrant
Legal Entity Type02 - Partnership
AddressNashville, TN 37203

Party NameThe Black Keys Partnership
Party Type20 - Owner at Publication
Legal Entity Type02 - Partnership
AddressNashville, TN 37203

Party NameThe Black Keys Partnership
Party Type10 - Original Applicant
Legal Entity Type02 - Partnership
AddressNashville, TN 37203

Trademark Events


Event DateEvent Description
Monday, April 4, 2022NOTICE OF ACCEPTANCE OF SEC. 8 & 9 - E-MAILED
Monday, April 4, 2022REGISTERED AND RENEWED (FIRST RENEWAL - 10 YRS)
Monday, April 4, 2022REGISTERED - SEC. 8 (10-YR) ACCEPTED/SEC. 9 GRANTED
Monday, April 4, 2022CASE ASSIGNED TO POST REGISTRATION PARALEGAL
Monday, December 6, 2021TEAS SECTION 8 & 9 RECEIVED
Saturday, May 8, 2021COURTESY REMINDER - SEC. 8 (10-YR)/SEC. 9 E-MAILED
Tuesday, June 12, 2018SEC. 15 ACKNOWLEDGEMENT - E-MAILED
Tuesday, June 12, 2018NOTICE OF ACCEPTANCE OF SEC. 8 - E-MAILED
Tuesday, June 12, 2018REGISTERED - SEC. 8 (6-YR) ACCEPTED
Monday, May 7, 2018REGISTERED - SEC. 8 (6-YR) FILED
Tuesday, June 12, 2018REGISTERED - SEC. 15 ACKNOWLEDGED
Monday, June 11, 2018CASE ASSIGNED TO POST REGISTRATION PARALEGAL
Monday, May 7, 2018TEAS SECTION 15 RECEIVED
Monday, May 7, 2018TEAS SECTION 8 RECEIVED
Monday, January 8, 2018NOTICE OF SUIT
Monday, May 8, 2017COURTESY REMINDER - SEC. 8 (6-YR) E-MAILED
Tuesday, May 8, 2012REGISTERED-PRINCIPAL REGISTER
Tuesday, April 3, 2012NOTICE OF ACCEPTANCE OF STATEMENT OF USE E-MAILED
Saturday, March 31, 2012LAW OFFICE REGISTRATION REVIEW COMPLETED
Tuesday, March 27, 2012ALLOWED PRINCIPAL REGISTER - SOU ACCEPTED
Friday, March 23, 2012NOTIFICATION OF NON-FINAL ACTION E-MAILED
Friday, March 23, 2012NON-FINAL ACTION E-MAILED
Friday, March 23, 2012SU - NON-FINAL ACTION - WRITTEN
Thursday, March 1, 2012STATEMENT OF USE PROCESSING COMPLETE
Tuesday, February 21, 2012USE AMENDMENT FILED
Wednesday, February 22, 2012TEAS CHANGE OF CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED
Tuesday, February 21, 2012TEAS STATEMENT OF USE RECEIVED
Wednesday, August 24, 2011NOTICE OF APPROVAL OF EXTENSION REQUEST E-MAILED
Tuesday, August 23, 2011SOU EXTENSION 1 GRANTED
Wednesday, August 17, 2011SOU EXTENSION 1 FILED
Tuesday, August 23, 2011CASE ASSIGNED TO INTENT TO USE PARALEGAL
Wednesday, August 17, 2011TEAS EXTENSION RECEIVED
Tuesday, February 22, 2011NOA E-MAILED - SOU REQUIRED FROM APPLICANT
Tuesday, December 28, 2010OFFICIAL GAZETTE PUBLICATION CONFIRMATION E-MAILED
Tuesday, December 28, 2010PUBLISHED FOR OPPOSITION
Monday, November 22, 2010LAW OFFICE PUBLICATION REVIEW COMPLETED
Saturday, November 20, 2010APPROVED FOR PUB - PRINCIPAL REGISTER
Monday, November 8, 2010EXAMINER'S AMENDMENT ENTERED
Thursday, November 4, 2010EXAMINER'S AMENDMENT ENTERED
Wednesday, November 3, 2010NOTIFICATION OF EXAMINERS AMENDMENT E-MAILED
Wednesday, November 3, 2010EXAMINERS AMENDMENT E-MAILED
Wednesday, November 3, 2010EXAMINERS AMENDMENT -WRITTEN
Wednesday, October 6, 2010TEAS/EMAIL CORRESPONDENCE ENTERED
Wednesday, October 6, 2010CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED IN LAW OFFICE
Thursday, September 30, 2010TEAS RESPONSE TO OFFICE ACTION RECEIVED
Wednesday, June 30, 2010NOTIFICATION OF NON-FINAL ACTION E-MAILED
Wednesday, June 30, 2010NON-FINAL ACTION E-MAILED
Wednesday, June 30, 2010NON-FINAL ACTION WRITTEN
Friday, June 25, 2010ASSIGNED TO EXAMINER
Friday, June 25, 2010TEAS/EMAIL CORRESPONDENCE ENTERED
Friday, June 25, 2010CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED IN LAW OFFICE
Friday, June 25, 2010ASSIGNED TO LIE
Wednesday, June 9, 2010TEAS VOLUNTARY AMENDMENT RECEIVED
Wednesday, March 31, 2010NEW APPLICATION OFFICE SUPPLIED DATA ENTERED IN TRAM
Tuesday, March 30, 2010NEW APPLICATION ENTERED IN TRAM