Tool Festival Disaster: Fans Threaten Class Action Lawsuit Over Repeated Setlists
Tool's first 'Tool Live in the Sand' destination festival in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic, has sparked controversy among fans, with some considering a class action lawsuit due to similar setlists across two consecutive performances on March 7-8.
The primary complaint stems from four repeated songs between the shows: "Fear Inoculum," "Rosetta Stoned," "Pneuma," and "Jambi." With ticket prices ranging from $4,000 to $10,000, fans expected completely unique setlists each night.
March 7 Setlist:
- Stinkfist
- Fear Inoculum
- Rosetta Stoned
- Pneuma
- Jambi
- Schism
- The Grudge
- The Flood
- Invincible
- Vicarious
March 8 Setlist:
- Fear Inoculum
- Ænema
- Rosetta Stoned
- Pneuma
- Jambi
- Descending
- Chocolate Chip Trip
- Intolerance
- Swamp Song
Palm tree outside Destination Hollywood building
Law firm Stas Rusek is investigating a potential class action lawsuit for breach of contract and misrepresentation. The firm's Facebook post specifically targets attendees who felt misled by promises of two unique performances.
Tool lawsuit Facebook screenshot
Neither Tool nor frontman Maynard James Keenan have commented on the controversy. The band has proceeded with their Latin American headlining tour, performing in Mexico City, Guadalajara, Buenos Aires, Santiago, Bogotá, and São Paulo.