Top 5 tips for booking a band - Booking a band for any event can be tricky. What type of music, what size of band, what price should I pay? These are the most common questions a person asks themselves when they have been given the task of booking a band. Yes these are important questions but there are a few small things to look out for when booking a band.
1. Always sign a contract
More often than enough we hear the ever dreaded horror stories of bands. Whether it is the band hasn’t showed up at all, the band has double booked or the band has got a flat tyre and can’t make it to your event. Well this is why you need to sign a contract; if any of these unfortunate circumstances happen then at least you have the right to get your money back. So always ask for a contract and make sure that it covers you under all circumstances.
Every booking on BookEntertainment has a digital contract for your peace of mind.
2. Testimonials
These are the Holy Grail of bands and also for customers. You can look for testimonials on Facebook pages, the bands own website and even on online forums. Also ask friends and family if they have heard of any good bands in the local area. Word of mouth is one of the most powerful sources so use it, it is free!
3. Price Wisely
This is where your budget comes into play. Please stop everything you are doing and read this part as this is extremely important... You are not going to get a fully live 4 piece band for £200! Many of our clients ring expecting the best band in all of the land with a budget of £200.
At the end of the day, you get what you pay for. So be realistic with your budget. A live 6 piece band would cost you between £800 - £1200 so if this is the size you would like, then expect to pay the higher bracket of money. If you find a 6 piece band and they are charging less than this then as the saying goes, it is too good to be true!
4. Past Clients
Bands styles can change in various events. Music that perfectly suits a wedding ceremony may not be so well suited to an awards ceremony. Make sure that the band you are after fits your event and music style perfectly.
Therefore if you are a corporate event organiser ensure that your band have had vast experience playing at corporate gigs. Same goes for weddings, birthday parties, award ceremonies etc. So always research the bands past clients and this will be able to give you an insight into the bands history.
5. Local Bands v Further Afield Bands
This is a secret tip within the entertainment industry... if you have an event and need a band hire a band within a 30 mile radius. This means you are not paying extravagant amounts of money for extra travel and most entertainers will have the first 30 miles free. Some bands will even charge £2 a mile, after you already pay for your band I’m sure that £100 for travel alone will just not be worth it. So source out some great local bands that will play the exact music you like without the crazy travel costs!
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