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SANDMAN – The Only Sanctioned Metallica Tribute - Ramada Plaza Calgary Downtown - Friday July 23, 2021

They’ve been around since 1994, and bill themselves as “Canada’s Top Metallica Tribute Band.” But the local group Sandman made some international headlines of its own recently. This came after they were slapped with a cease and desist letter from the lawyers of Metallica themselves, pertaining to copyright infringement, “for using official, stylized logos to identify, or promote musical performances through Facebook and YouTube.” Sandman had been using the same logo since 2003 (from Metallica’s St. Anger album), so this all came as a surprise when they rolled in to a gig at a London, Ont. club. “The owner came around and said, ‘I have something for you,’” relates Rick Van Dyk, the group’s Mississauga-based bandleader, and singer/rhythm guitarist. "He had this FedEx package. It was a 41-page cease and desist letter.”

“I put it on the bar, took a picture, posted it on my Facebook, and it went viral,” he continues. “It went crazy. And after three days, it was going at such a level that it reached the (the members of Metallica).” After posting on Facebook about the letter, Sandman’s lead guitarist, Joe Di Taranto, promptly received an interview request from legendary Rolling Stone magazine. “And, right after the interview, Lars (Ulrich, Metallica’s drummer) called him and said, ‘We love you guys. We checked you out, and everyone in the band feels really badly,”’ says Van Dyk, a 46-year-old father of two. “They posted (the story) on their website - right on metallica.com - which is quite shocking.” According to Metallica and their management, they were unaware of the cease and desist letter until it appeared online. They’re attributing it to “a very overzealous attorney,” whom they joked has been put on a flight out of San Francisco “to go permanently ice fishing in Alaska.” They told Rolling Stone they’ve always supported the many Metallica tribute bands out there, and in fact started out as a cover band themselves. They instructed Sandman to “file that letter in the trash” and gave them approval to keep doing what they’re doing. “They’re in the Top 10 grossing bands of all time (with 110-million-plus records sold, worldwide). It’s unprecedented for them to calm this story down,” the Brantford native adds.

“They said they’re coming on tour here in the summer, and they’re going to VIP treatment us. (They sent us) a licensing agreement. Now, we’re an endorsed Metallica tribute band. We’re part of the Metallica family.” Sandman has since posted a new band logo. Meanwhile, its booking schedule has picked right up – including a KIA ad, army bases and bigger clubs. Van Dyk recently appeared with Toronto alt/rock greats The Headstones on their reunion tour, and can be heard playing lead guitar every Tuesday with Groovestone, at Roc ‘N Doc’s in Port Credit. The Sandman lineup also includes drummer Brent Niemi, and bassist Paul Fonseca. “Before this blew up, I wanted to start doing more (with Sandman).

More Info At: Sandman. The Only Metallica Sanctioned Tribute

 

 

Staggered Check-In Times by TIER – Show Starts at 8pm

Tier 1 - Check In from 6:00PM to 7:30PM
Tier 2 - Check In from 6:00PM to 7:30PM
Tier 3 - Check In from 6:00PM to 7:30PM
Tier 4 - Check In from 4:00PM to 5:30PM
Tier 5 - Check In from 5:00PM to 6:30PM
Tier 6 - Check In from 3:00PM to 4:30PM
Tier 7 - Check In from 3:00PM to 4:30PM

Please ensure to check in at your appropriate tier check-in times and plan your evening to remain in your room. Room service is available throughout the evening for your convenience. You can pre-order your food, purchase parking and also extend your Staycation in the "Optional Add-ons" page during your ticket purchase. 

All rooms MUST checkout by 11am.

All room assignments based on ticket tier purchase, no substitutions.

There is limited parking on the premises by valet only for $25. Keys must be left with attendant, Max Height 6'2", NO Propane or Sliptanks.

 

QUESTIONS? Visit Ramada Plaza Calgary Downtown or www.hotelslive.ca

 

 

 

Hotels Live Rules and Regulations:

Rules & Regulations

1. We are in compliance with Alberta Health Services. Help prevent the spread. Be Informed – www.alberta.ca/covid19
2. Please do not attend if you are sick or showing any signs of Covid-19 (Fever, Cough, Sore Throat, Sniffles, Extreme Tiredness, Difficulty Breathing) or if Self-Isolating. Your temperature may be checked upon arrival at the hotel. If it is determined that you have a fever and are turned away or unable to attend the show that a ticket was purchased for (due to COVID - 19 circumstances), there will be no refunds or credits - No exceptions. Ticket name transfers may be considered no less than 72 hours prior to 4pm of the show day.
3. Masks or face-coverings are Mandatory in all Indoor Public Places in Calgary. ie. Lobby, elevators, hallways, etc. Please bring your own masks or face-coverings and stay 2 meters apart from people at all times.
4. Masks are not required to be worn while in your room or on the balconies within your household group, unless you cannot socially distance from another balcony or group.
5. There is a strict maximum 4 ppl per room from the same-household policy in place from Alberta Health Services. No room swapping, moving to or visiting other rooms. It is Strictly not allowed to prevent potential spread. Any violators may be immediately evicted from the hotel.
6. People sharing a room must be from the same household only or people who live alone can have up to 2 non-household contacts. Please see AHS Gathering Restriction Guidelines for all details www.alberta.ca/enhanced-public-health-measures.aspx
7. 4 People Maximum to an Elevator – From the same household or with the Live Alone clause, in effect,

8. Families are welcome to most Hotels Live events as shows are all-ages, but please use Parental discretion. There may be adult content or language displayed. Please do not leave your children unattended in the room or on the balconies by themselves. This is very important!

1. Rooms are chosen at random within each Tier at Hotels Live discretion. Multiple rooms purchased together will not be placed side by side, to minimize the spread of COVID-19.
2. Just like any other Hotel, Patrons are welcomed to bring their own food & beverage or they can order from the Ramada's room service menu provided in each room.
3. No glassware on the balconies, No Leaning over on the balcony railings, No standing on kneeling on chairs, Do not throw or drop anything from the balcony, No spitting whatsoever.
4. Filming of this event will take place on the premises. By entering the hotel property, you are hereby granting the rights for yourself to be photographed, recorded, broadcast or published.
5. No Refunds or Exchanges allowed. Exceptions can be made for Name Changes. Ticket name transfers may be considered no less than 72 hours prior to 4pm of the show day.
6. Valid credit card and matching ID must be presented at check-in (matching to what is in reservation). A $200 hold will be placed on the card, until after the room is checked after departure. Debit, debit/credit cards, cash will NOT be accepted.
7. Physical distancing must be adhered to outside of hotel room for all patrons, with risk of eviction. 2 meters apart is the minimum.
8. Everyone for the room must arrive at the same time & check in together.
9. Excessive Noise after the event or obnoxious behaviour will not be tolerated.
10. Hotel guests are discouraged from leaving their rooms to limited contact, until check out or unless necessary.
11. Any violation of these rules or inappropriate behaviors will not be tolerated and may result in immediate eviction from the hotel property and possible charges laid by the authorities or fines.
12. All patrons of any Hotels Live events or our Hotel Partners, understand and assume the full risks involved foreseen or otherwise by attending these events and hereby release, discharge and waive any rights to hold harmless in any way, Hotels Live, Livestar Entertainment, our Hotel Partners, Media Partners, Pulse Concert Works, employees, contractors, suppliers, partners or presenters related to any of these said companies.
13. Be safe and have fun while being respectful of each other and these rules set forth. Thank you in advance for your compliance on these items and for your valued business. Enjoy your experience Responsibly and Safely.