Wang Xu and Liu Gang, members of singing duo Xuriyanggang, sing in Beijing in this Dec 1, 2010 file photo. Blues Gilmour Jersey . [PhotoXinhua]   BEIJING - Xuriyanggang, a singing duo described by some critics as Chinas hottest grassroots duo, has been stopped from performing their signature song by the tunes composer, triggering a heated public debate about the countrys copyright laws. Wang Xu, 44, and 29-year-old Liu Gang, two migrant workers who live in the capital, moved tens of millions of viewers during the Spring Festival Gala on China Central Television (CCTV) recently with their rendition of the song In The Spring. The show is one of the most-watched television events in the world. However, the popular performance is unlikely to be repeated because Chinese rock star Wang Feng, the original singer and composer of the song, has banned the pair from singing it in the future. The reason why I allowed them to sing my song at the beginning was to help them, but I have to stop it after finding out my kindness was being abused, said Wang Feng. He said on his blog on Friday that his company had suggested to Xuriyanggang on several occasions in the buildup to the Spring Festival Gala that they sing one of their own songs but he said they continued to use his song at various events, including commercial shows. On Friday night, Xuriyanggang posted their apologies to Wang Feng on their micro blog and admitted they knew little about rules of the showbusiness. No matter what, we both owe a debt of gratitude to teacher Wang Feng, wrote Liu. Wang Xu added: We understand and respect Wang Fengs decision. We appreciate his help and encouragement to us in the past and feel sorry for all the trouble. Last year, Xuriyanggang was invited to appear as guest performers at one of Wang Fengs concerts in Shanghai, which helped them become more popular. According to Wang Rong, Wang Xus temporary assistant, the appearance fee charged by Xuriyanggang has climbed to 50,000 yuan ($7,900) for a show since their performance at the Spring Festival Gala catapulted them to stardom. Wang Fengs attitude in trying to keep the song he wrote for himself has created an online storm in China. Some netizens have described him as narrow-minded and selfish while others have said he is just protecting his rights. I like both Wang Feng and Xuriyanggang. This is a win-win situation because it both protects Wangs great efforts and lets Xuriyanggang know that they should have their own songs, wrote a netizen using the name Zhuidix on a micro blog on sina.com.cn. This controversy reminds people about the importance of copyrights in the music industry, said Liu Ping, deputy director general of the Music Copyright Society of China. Obviously, music writers care more about their rights when the industry is not so profitable these days. The song In The Spring is protected by Chinas Copyright Law, said Liu Ping. As the owner of the copyright, Wang Feng has the right to decide who gets to sing it. The duo sang the song possibly for the last time in public during the semi-final of Star Road, a talent show sponsored by CCTV that was aired on Saturday night. Xuriyanggang won the show with their effort but one of the judges seemed to join those urging the duo to come up with their own material. I wish you can have your summer, your autumn and your winter and not only have In The Spring, said the talent judge named Li Liqun. The two migrant workers began their rise to stardom after singing the tearjerker during an evening drinking session in a 6-square-meter rented room. A friend recorded them singing on a mobile phone and uploaded it to the Internet where netizens praised their singing and made them online sensations. The song In the Spring is seen by many critics and fans as a portrait of a migrant workers life. 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Lions to earn the start in the Toronto Argonauts biggest game of the year. Argos head coach Don Matthews said Monday hes leaning towards having Joseph make a second straight start Friday night in Winnipeg in a game thats huge for both teams. Winnipeg (5-9) is currently second in the East Division, two points ahead of third-place Toronto (4-10) and four in front of last-place Hamilton (3-11). The Bombers could essentially cement a playoff spot with a win because not only would they clinch the season series - the first tie-breaker should the teams end the year tied in the standings - theyd move four points ahead of the Argos with both teams having three games remaining. In that scenario, Toronto would need to win out with the Bombers dropping all three of their remaining games for the Argos to make the playoffs. On the flip side, an Argos win would not only move them into a second-place tie, but also give them the season series and the No. 2 spot if the two teams ended the season tied. Getting second spot is crucial because whatever team finishes fourth in the West will have a better record than the No. 3 team in the East. That will allow the Western squad to cross over into the Eastern Conference and become the third playoff seed at seasons end. Yet even with all that on the line, Matthews isnt about to change his approach heading into Fridays game. "For me, and I will continue to say this that Im a game-by-game guy," Matthews said. "If youre looking at the numbers of the season and things like this, youre absolutely right (in this being the clubs biggest game of year). "But Im also looking at the entire picture of our football team. When do we want it happen? Now. Were in it to win it now. The players know it, we know it and thats how we approach it every week." Joseph made a less than triumphant return to Torontos starting lineup Friday night against B.C. After watching Cody Pickett start in two straight losses to Calgary, Joseph returned under centre and completed 13-of-27 passes for 228 yards and two picks. And the top-rushing quarterback in the CFL last season had just three carries for four yards in the Lions 24-20 win. Joseph said hes not worrying about whether Matthews will give him the ball. "I dont know what decision theyre going to make and Im not losing any sleep over it," he said. "I just prepare and get ready to go. "This is it, this is our season right here. We cant afford to let them go up two games on us."t; Winnipeg completely dominated Toronto in their last meeting, dropping the Argos 39-9 at Rogers Centre on Sept. Premier Kellen Winslow Jerseys. 12, which just happened to be Matthews first game on the Argos sidelines after replacing Rich Stubler. The Double Blue has lost five straight games overall - four under Matthews - but the club came up with its best performance of that stretch against a pretty solid B.C. club. "We really made some strides in closing the gap last week," Matthews said. "The first Winnipeg game was a short time here. "The next two games we did some very good things but the score didnt indicate it. Now, the closeness of the game makes it obvious to everyone, not just the people in the coaching staff. The players . . . they understand the gap is getting smaller." Torontos offensive line certainly did a good job against a B.C. defence that came in with a CFL-high 52 sacks, including a league-leading 18 by end Cameron Wake. The Lions did get three sacks - one by Wake - on Friday night, but the Argos did feature an effective running attack spearheaded by Jamal Robertsons 139 yards and two TDs. Matthews said the Lions defence paid special attention to Joseph and prevented him from becoming a dominant figure in the run game. However, Matthews said that gave Robertson more room inside. "Everyone wants to see (Joseph) run but what happened was they took away his run," Matthews said. "So what happened was our running back ran it up through the middle of the field because they were playing Kerry for the run. "Theres collateral damage thats done. You can take away a guys ability to run on the outside but to do it youve got to compromise what youre doing and sometimes the result a guy running down the field 75 yards. We will try and force it and do what we can do." Robertson could see the Lions going to great lengths to contain Joseph. "Definitely, they were trying to keep him contained in the box and didnt want him to stretch it out," Robertson said. "And by doing so they opened up some running lanes and the offensive line made some nice blocked and opened up some really nice run holes." And given the windy, often unpredictable weather conditions make Winnipeg a tough place to play in the fall, the run game could again be an important weapon for Toronto. "Whatever they need me to do Ill be there to play," Robertson said. "Ive played in cold weather my whole career so that doesnt really matter. "Its a must-win every week, but this is definitely a must-win for us." NOTES - The Argos released import offensive lineman Brandon Joyce and Canadian-born receiver Nathan Hoffart on Monday. ' ' '