D4vd collaborations removed after murder charges spark streaming platform purge

Several major platforms have now removed d4vd’s featured tracks while legal proceedings continue in Los Angeles courts

Music by d4vd has been widely removed from streaming platforms following the escalation of a high profile criminal case involving the American singer, whose legal name is David Anthony Burke. The removals come after he was charged in Los Angeles with first degree murder in connection with the death of 14 year old Celeste Rivas Hernandez, whose body was discovered in a vehicle registered to him.

According to court statements reported by major outlets including BBC News, Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan Hochman announced that Burke faces multiple charges, including murder for financial gain and murder of a witness to an investigation. Prosecutors allege that the victim was killed after threatening to expose criminal conduct, a claim that forms part of the prosecution’s case. Authorities also stated that the investigation involved the discovery of human remains in a Tesla linked to Burke in September 2025.

Burke has pleaded not guilty to the charges. His legal team has said he will be “vigorously defended”, maintaining his innocence as the case proceeds through the court system. If convicted, he could face either life imprisonment without parole or the death penalty under California law.

Following his arrest and the ongoing legal developments, multiple streaming services have begun removing songs that feature Burke. Collaborations with artists including Kali Uchis, Laufey, Holly Humberstone, and Damiano David have been taken down or altered. In one instance, Damiano David reportedly replaced a shared track with a solo version after the original collaboration was removed from platforms.

Reports indicate that some of these removals had already been in motion prior to the arrest, as certain collaborators had previously expressed intent to distance their work from Burke following earlier revelations in the case. However, the recent legal escalation appears to have accelerated the wider removal of associated music content across platforms.

At present, only a limited number of collaborations remain available publicly, with some distribution platforms still listing a track with The Kid Laroi, though availability continues to change as labels and rights holders reassess content distribution.

The case has also prompted renewed discussion across the music industry regarding how platforms handle content linked to artists facing serious criminal allegations. Industry observers note that decisions are typically made independently by rights holders, distributors, and streaming services, often in response to legal developments or public statements.

The investigation remains ongoing.