Venue Requirements

The client must ensure that the venue is suitable for the band’s performance.

The venue must provide a safe and adequate source of power suitable for the band’s PA, Stage lighting and equipment. We require a minimum of 2 x 13 amp main sockets for the PA and lighting system.

The venue must provide a safe, dry and even performance area of sufficient size to accommodate the performance of the band with appropriate licenses and no inhibiting noise limiters. The stage area must be flat, dry and even and made from a solid material of sufficient strength to support the band and their equipment.

Parking and Vehicle Access

The band must be able to unload their vehicle(s) close to the performance area. The route from the parking area to the performance area must be unobstructed flat ground suitable for the movement of wheeled trolleys.

All access roads and entry points must be suitable for a Transit-size van.

It is the client’s responsibility to ensure that the band is provided with sufficient parking facilities at the venue for all vehicles associated with their act. If no legal parking is available at the venue, rendering the band incapable of unloading, or after unloading the artist is unable to secure legal parking within a ¼ mile radius of the venue, the client agrees to pay for any reasonable parking expenses thereby incurred. This includes, but is not limited to parking meters, car park fees, parking tickets, wheel clamp removal, impound release fees etc. However, the band will make all reasonable attempts to find legal parking where possible.

Refreshments

It is the client’s duty to ensure that the band is provided with adequate refreshments throughout their stay at the performance venue. The minimum that must be made available is a free unlimited supply of soft drinks for all members of the band and their staff.

If the client has requested that the band attend the venue more than 3 hours before the start of the performance then 1 hot meal per person and unlimited soft drinks must be provided by the client.

Storage and Rest Area

The client must ensure that there is a separate, dry and comfortable indoor area for the artists to change in and rest. The area should preferably be lockable and must include sufficient chairs for the entire party.

Please note that Cloakrooms, tents, kitchens, toilets and bathrooms are not acceptable for this purpose.

Noise Restrictions

The band will always try to play at a volume appropriate to the venue.

The band will not perform at a venue if a sound limiter is present unless the limiter is not wired to the mains sockets.

If power is cut off to the bands equipment and the equipment subsequently fails, or is deemed to be faulty, the client is liable for the repair costs and / or suitable replacement of such equipment.

If booking a band with live drums, the client should be aware that while the band will always try to play at a volume appropriate to the venue, the minimum level of volume is largely dictated by the drum noise. As a result, the volume of the band cannot be controlled in the same way as pre-recorded music.  If the client stops the bands performance due to volume levels the client will be liable for the full performance fee.

The band will stop playing immediately when instructed to do so by the client, the venue manager, catering staff, police, and local council or by any member of the public.

PA and Lighting

The band will supply their own PA and lighting equipment suitable for audiences of up to 300 people. For larger venues the client will need to provide their own PA or arrange for the hire of suitable equipment.

Performance Duration

If booking a Tribute act the performance time will be set out in the contract and will be strictly adhered to.

If booking a wedding band the band performance will be no more than 3 hours, with a 40 minute break, and will finish by midnight, unless otherwise agreed. (It is down to the bands discretion if asked to play beyond midnight.)

If the band is unable to setup or start performing at the agreed time for reasons beyond their control they will not be obliged to extend their performance.

Once the band’s equipment has been setup and tested, the band may agree to leave pre-recorded music playing through the PA system before the performance and between sets.

The band will bring a selection of music. If the client wishes to play their own music selection this must be agreed with the band before the performance date.

It is agreed by the client that any equipment and instruments of the band are not available for use by other performers or persons.

Setup and Breakdown

The band will normally arrive between 1 ½ to 2 hours before the start of the first performance to setup and test their equipment regardless of whether guests are already present at the venue. If you require the band to setup earlier in the day an additional fee will apply.

The band must be able to safely and conveniently dismantle and load their equipment directly after their performance.

If the band are unable to breakdown their equipment directly after their performance or are in any way prevented from dismantling or unloading their equipment additional fees of £250 per hour will apply.

The band will require approximately 1 hour after the performance to dismantle their equipment and load their vehicles. Please ensure that the venue managers are aware of this requirement.

Contracts & Booking requirements

Bookings will be confirmed only upon receipt of an agreed non-refundable deposit as per contract and a completed signed contract.

The remaining payment must be paid no later than 14 days before the event (by bank transfer or cheque) or paid in cash at the start of the event and before the first live performance.

If you wish to pay by cash on the night, please ensure that this is arranged immediately upon the band’s arrival at the venue. The band reserves the right not to play until full payment has been made.

Cancellation

In the event of a cancellation by you, the client, within 12 weeks in advance of the performance, you, the client, will be liable for, and required to pay a cancellation fee of 50% of the agreed band fee.

Where notice of cancellation is within 8 weeks in advance of the performance, you, the client, will be liable for, and required to pay a cancellation fee of 75% of the agreed band fee.

If you, the client, cancel within 4 weeks notice or breach any of the above Terms and Conditions you, the client, will be liable for, and required to pay the full agreed band fee.