Picture this… You’re on stage at a club in Toronto. Just another gig. Small crowd, low lights, the kind of night where you’re just locked in with the band. Nothing fancy. No expectations. Just another set with friends.

Then, out of nowhere, a very large man approaches the stage. Not subtle. Not shy. The kind of guy who doesn’t ask questions unless it matters. He leans in and speaks to the guitar player… and suddenly the vibe shifts.

There’s a request. Not from him — from his boss. And it’s not the kind of request you say no to  Next thing you know, John’s being asked to step aside…