Terms and Conditions

The CoverBand 2010 contest has ended. Entry and voting are no longer possible. Plans for a new contest will be announced soon. It ran form July 15th to October 1st 2009. The winners were announced November 2009. These pages are here for historical reference. Thank you for participating.

COVERBAND 2010 VIDEO CONTEST 
TERMS AND CONDITIONS. 

NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. OPEN ONLY TO LEGAL RESIDENTS OF THE 50 UNITED STATES AND DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, 18 OR OVER.

1. Contest Entry Period: The CoverBand 2010 Video Contest (the "Contest") begins at 12:00:01 a.m. Eastern Time ("ET") on July 15, 2009 and ends at 11:59:59 p.m. ET on September 30, 2009 (the "Contest Period").



2. How To Enter:

3. Entry Guidelines, Conditions & Requirements: Entrants must comply with registration instructions when submitting their audio/video.

Any Entry Material or portion thereof that is, in the Sponsor's sole discretion, obscene, profane, lewd, defamatory, contains any third party materials, or otherwise violates or infringes (or may infringe) any copyright, trademark, logo, mark that identifies a brand or other proprietary right of any person living or deceased (including but not limited to rights of privacy or publicity or portrayal in a false light) or entity, or is otherwise objectionable, will not be considered and may disqualify the Entrant. Therefore, clothing worn in the video should not contain any visible logos, drawings, cartoons, phrases, trademarks or other third-party materials.

Entrants may not copy or otherwise plagiarize the Entry Material from any source.

Sponsor has the sole discretion to determine whether a video qualifies as an Entry.

All Entries must be the sole, original work of the Entrants.

Entries become the property of the Sponsor and will not be acknowledged or returned.

Entrants and winners acknowledge and agree that their Entries become the property of the Sponsor, which thereby has the right to edit, adapt, modify, reproduce, promote and otherwise use Entries in any way it sees fit. Automated, script, macro or robotic Entries submitted by individuals or organizations will be disqualified. Entries must be in keeping with Sponsor's image and may not be offensive, as determined by Sponsor in its sole discretion, nor can it defame or invade publicity rights or privacy rights of any person, living or deceased, or otherwise infringe upon any person's personal or proprietary rights.

By entering, you agree to waive any rights you may have to the Entry submitted.

Entrants must also electronically acknowledge and agree to the terms of KMC's Privacy Policy and Terms of Use and submit the online entry form as instructed.

Any Entry not in compliance with all of the above will be disqualified.

No backing tracks.

No backing musicians.

No editing.

No digital/computer enhanced submissions.

No special effects on the video submission.

Submissions are not to exceed two (2) minutes.

No vulgar language

No nudity

Make sure to use an e-mail address you will keep until the end of the voting period so we will be able to contact you.

Cover Band is not responsible for any litigation resulting from the use of copyrighted material. Post at your own risk.

Clips that are clearly not legitimate videos will be discarded.

Participants can submit one video per each of the six categories.

If your video is rejected, please do not resubmit.

Cover Band reserves the right to reject any video it deems inappropriate or not up to standards of quality.

4. Eligibility: Open to legal residents of the 50 United States and the District of Columbia, 18 years of age and older as of date of entry. Employees of Kaman Music Corp. ("KMC"), Heavybag Media, Musician’s Friend, Harmony Central, Audio-Technica, Sabian Cymbals, Schecter Guitar Research, the National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM) and their respective affiliates, parents, subsidiaries, divisions, suppliers, distributors and advertising, promotional and judging agencies (collectively "Sponsor and its Administrators"), and each of their respective employees, shareholders, directors, officers, members and agents and their immediate family members and/or those living in the same household of each are not eligible to participate or win.

5. Public Voting: All eligible Entries will be posted on the Contest Website for the public to view and rate, using a “thumbs up” format. The top 5 Entries in each category based on the voting process will be determined finalists. All views and ratings must be completed and submitted by 11:59:59 a.m. ET on September 15, 2009. Votes are limited to one per category per CoverBand2010.com registrant for the duration of the contest period. In the event of a tie for a finalist spot, tied entries will be judged by judges, based solely on Skilled Performance. The use of robotic or automatic devices for voting is prohibited and Sponsor reserves the right to nullify all such votes and to disqualify from viewing/rating the responsible individual.

6. Judging: The top 5 finalists for each category, will be judged on or about November 15, 2009, by a sponsor-selected panel of judges, based on the following criteria: Originality and Creativity (30%); Skilled Performance (30%); and Overall Appeal (40%). In the event of a tie during the judges' phase, entries will be rejudged by the judges based solely on Skilled Performance. The Finalist with the top overall score will be determined the Grand Prize winner. Judges' decisions are final with respect to all matters relating to the Contest. By participating, Entrants agree to the Official Rules and the decisions of the Judges, which shall be final and binding in all respects.

7. Prizes and Approximate Retail Values ("ARV's"): Grand Prize (6): A 3-day/2-night trip for one (1) to Anaheim, CA to attend the "CoverBand 2010" rehearsals, performance and NAMM show entrance to potentially take place on or about January 14, 2010-January 16, 2010 (subject to change at KMC's sole discretion). Trip includes: round-trip coach-class air transportation from the major United States airport nearest to Grand Prize Winner's home, round-trip ground transportation between airport and hotel and two (2) nights hotel accommodations. Grand Prize winners will perform with the CoverBand 2010 Musical Director and other Grand Prize Winners live at a NAMM sanctioned live event. The performance will be videotaped and be the feature for usage on all CoverBand 2010 sponsor websites. In addition, the Sponsors will award the Grand Prize winners by category (1 each) as follows: Vocals - Trip to NAMM 2010; Audio-Technica ATW-3141a wireless microphone system ($799); Hercules MS501B mic stand; Audio-Technica 2020USB Studio Condenser Mic w/USB Digital Out; Toca ABMD-13 13” Black Mamba Djembe with Bag; LPA646-AW LP Aspire Conga Set (ARV Grand Prize: $3,600); Electric Guitar – Trip to NAMM 2010; Genz Benz Black Pearl 30 BP30212; Hercules GS601B iStand guitar stand GS601B; Schecter Hellraiser Solo-6 Electric Guitar (ARV Grand Prize: $4000); Acoustic Guitar – Trip to NAMM 2010; Genz Benz Shenandoah Compak 300 SHEN-CPK-10T 300W 1x10 Acoustic Guitar Combo Amp; Takamine TAN16C12 Acoustic Guitar (ARV Grand Prize: $5100); Bass Guitar – Trip to NAMM 2010; Genz Benz Shuttlemax STL-MAX-12-0; Genz Benz Uber Bass Cabinet GB212TUB (ARV Grand Prize: $4100); Drums – Trip to NAMM 2010; Gibraltar 9608NRG drum throne ($92.99) Gretsch Catalina Ash 5-Piece Black Shell Pack - ACE825PT6LBB ($999) Gibraltar Hardware GSVMSKIT Stealth Vertical Mounting Package w/ Tom Mount & GUASB Snare Basket GSVMSKIT; Sabian HHX Performance 4 Piece Cymbal Set (ARV Grand Prize: $4500); Hand Percussion (2 Grand Prize Winners) Grand Prize Winner #1 - Trip to NAMM 2010; LP LP201AX45 45th Anniversary Oak Bongos; LP LP522Z45 45th Anniversary 11" Ash Quinto; LP559Z45 45th Anniversary 11 3/4" Ash Conga; LP LP234A45 45th Anniversary Cabasa; LP LP22945 45th Anniversary Mambo Cowbell (ARV Grand Prize: $3,800); Grand Prize Winner # 2 – Trip to NAMM 2010; Sheila E Signature Series 11” Quinto 5011SEA, Sheila E Signature Series 11 ¾” Conga 5011-3/4SEA, Sheila E Signature Series 12 ½” Tumba 5012-1/2SEA, Sheila E Signature Series Timbales 14” and 15” with Stand T1415-SEC (ARV Grand Prize: $4300); First Prize Winners by Category(1 each): Vocals - Audio-Technica ATW-3141a wireless microphone system; Hercules MS501B mic stand (ARV: $900). Electric Guitar - Schecter Hellraiser Solo-6 Electric Guitar (ARV: $1100). Acoustic Guitar - Ovation 1861AXCCB red sunburst Guitar (ARV: $1100). Bass Guitar - Schecter Stiletto Elite-4 Bass (ARV: $1100). Drums - Gretsch Catalina Club Rock kit CT-R845-BL (ARV: $1500). Hand Percussion (2 First Prize Winners) – First Prize Winner #1 - LP257-KP Karl Perazzo Timbales; LP201AX-45 LP 45th Anniversary Bongos (ARV: $1200). First Prize Winner #2 - Toca Elite Pro Fiberglass Conga Set 11” and 11 ¾” with Stand 3100BKB; Toca Freestyle Rope tuned Djembe 14” with bag SFDJ-14LB (ARV: $1000).

In the event a winner lives within a 150-mile radius of destination city, round-trip ground transportation may be provided in lieu of air transportation and no additional compensation will be provided. 

Prize is awarded "as is" with no warranty or guarantee, either express or implied by Sponsor. Prize is not transferable. No substitution or transfer of prize permitted except at the sole discretion of the Sponsor who reserves the right to substitute a prize (or portion of prize) of equal or greater value in the event the prize is unavailable. All federal, state and local taxes related to the prize, if any, are the responsibility of the Grand Prize Winner (or his/her parent or legal guardian if a minor). All other expenses and costs not expressly listed above, including meals, are the Grand Prize Winners' sole responsibility. If Grand Prize winner is unable to travel on dates specified by Sponsor, he/she will be disqualified and an alternate winner will be selected.

8. Winner Notification: Prize will be awarded and the Grand Prize Winner will be notified by phone, mail and/or e-mail. The Administrator will make three (3) attempts to contact the potential Grand Prize Winner via phone within 24 hours from the time winner determination was accomplished. If Administrator is unable to reach the potential Grand Prize Winner via phone within this time frame, he/she will be disqualified and an alternate will be determined based on judging results. Potential Grand Prize Winner will then be required to sign and return an Affidavit of Eligibility, liability/publicity release (except where prohibited by law) within three (3) days (including weekends) of notification attempt or the prize will be forfeited and alternate winner may be determined. Affidavit package will be mailed via overnight mail with a pre-paid overnight return envelope included or sent via email. All finalists will need to execute a Release of Liability consistent with these Official Rules prior to being considered one of the seven (7) finalists or your entry will be disqualified and an alternate finalist determined.

9. General Rules: Return of prize notification as undeliverable may result in disqualification and alternate determination. Airline tickets are for travel from major airport in the United States nearest Winner's home to the destination city. Airline carrier's regulations and conditions apply. Trip may not be combined with any other offer and travel may not qualify for frequent flyer miles. Grand Prize Winner and travel companion must travel together on the same itinerary. All travel must be completed from January 14, 2010 through January 16, 2008 to attend the Coverband 2010 sweeps; dates of event, departure and return are subject to change. Seat selection and timing of trip subject to availability and confirmation of reservations. No refunds or credit for changes are allowed. Winner and all Entrants, as a condition of Entry into the Contest, agree to release Sponsor and its Administrators, each of their respective agencies, parents, subsidiaries, affiliated companies and each of their respective officers, directors, shareholders, members, employees, agents, assigns, and all others associated with the development and execution of this Contest (collectively the "Released Parties") from and against any and all liability, claims or actions of any kind whatsoever for injuries, damages, or losses to persons or property which may be sustained in connection with submitting an Entry or otherwise participating in any aspect of the Contest, the receipt, ownership or use of prize awarded or any typographical or other error in these Official Rules or the announcement of offering of the prize. Acceptance of prize constitutes permission to use Grand Prize Winner's name, likeness and Entry/video for promotional purposes (including any possible public relations opportunities) without further compensation except where prohibited by law. By entering, Entrant accepts and agrees to be bound by these Official Rules. Entries will be declared to be made by the authorized account holder of the e-mail address submitted at the time of Entry. "Authorized account holder" is defined as the natural person who is assigned to an e-mail address by an Internet Access provider, Online Service provider, or other organization (e.g., business, educational institution etc.) that is responsible for assigning e-mail addresses for the domain associated with the submitted e-mail address. Sponsor reserves the right at its sole discretion to disqualify any individual that tampers or attempts to tamper with the Entry process or the operation of the Contest or the Website; violates the Official Rules; acts in an unsportsmanlike or disruptive manner; or acts with intent to annoy, abuse, threaten or harass any other person. The Released Parties are not responsible for technical, hardware or software malfunctions, telephone failures of any kind, lost or unavailable network connections, or failed, incorrect, inaccurate, incomplete, garbled or delayed electronic communications, whether caused by the sender, by any of the equipment or programming associated with or utilized in this Contest which may limit the ability to participate, or by any human error which may occur in the processing of the Entries in this Contest. Entries generated by script or bot are not eligible. Sponsor reserves the right to cancel, terminate or modify the Contest if it cannot be completed as planned for any reason, including but not limited to for infection by computer virus, bugs, tampering, unauthorized intervention, technical failures or corruption of any sort. In such event, Sponsor will award prizes from eligible Entries received prior to cancellation. As a condition of entering the Contest, Entrant (or parent/legal guardian if Entrant is a minor in his/her state of residence) agrees that: 1) under no circumstance will Entrant be permitted to obtain awards for, and participant hereby waives all rights to claim, punitive, incidental, consequential or any other damages, other than for out-of-pocket expenses; 2) all causes of action arising out of or connected with this Contest, or any prize awarded, shall be resolved individually, without resort to any form of class action; and 3) any and all claims, judgments, and award shall be limited to actual out-of-pocket costs incurred, but in no event attorneys fees.

10. Conditions: Winner acknowledges and agrees that his/her Entry becomes the property of the Sponsor, which thereby has the right to edit, adapt, modify, reproduce, promote and otherwise use Entries in any way it sees fit in connection with advertising or promoting the Kaman brand and products in any medium, throughout the world, in perpetuity. Entrant shall have no right to review or approve edits, alterations or modifications, and the Entrant waives the benefit of any provision of law known as "moral rights". No information regarding Entries or judging will be disclosed to any third party not involved in the conduct of the Contest. By submitting an Entry, you represent: (a) that the Entry is your own original work that has not previously been published or publicly shown or won a prize or award; and (b) any and all rights to the Entry belong to you and the Entry does not infringe, misappropriate or violate the rights of any third party. Further, any Entries that Sponsor, in its sole discretion, deems to be inappropriate for publication will not be considered.



11. Winners: For the names of the winners, available after November 15, 2009 visit www.coverband2010.com and click on the contest banner/winner's link. 

12. Sponsors: The Sponsor of the Contest is Kaman Music Corporation, 20 Old Windsor Road, Bloomfield, CT 06002.