I’ve just booked Honey for the most epic event ever. What happens now?

Best decision you’ve made yet!!! You will receive an invoice which will be due 30 days prior to your event. About a month out from the big day, I will give you a buzz to go through all the finer details for your event. You will, of course, have contact details so you can contact us whenever you need.

How many hours can I book the band for?

Traditionally a band is happy to work for up to 4 hours and will happily work around whatever schedule you have. Underneath that super fancy exterior they are actually human beings, so they will require breaks, and a meal would be nice as well. Some clients like to book for more hours. This is fine but will incur an overtime fee. It is considered normal for a band to turn up one to two hours before they begin to play to set up and sound check. If for whatever reason you are already in the space, I would recommend requesting them to set up earlier than that. This may also incur a small fee, but trust me, it’s worth it. There is nothing worse than a band setting up while everybody’s already in the room. It’s a bit of a buzz kill.

What if my venue won’t let us have a band?

Your venue really wants you to have an amazing time at your event. There may be restrictions on what kind of live entertainment you can have. There may be decibel limits or specific finish times at the venue. The place might be teeny tiny. Trust me, I’m not going to recommend a seven-piece band if the site isn’t appropriate. I will try my best to find something that suits both you and the venue. It’s my job to make sure you are both happy.

I’m a massive fan of the saxophone or the banjo or the French horn. Can I make a special request to have that included in the band?

Well, of course you’re a fan of the banjo! It’s, like, the coolest instrument ever. Feel free to ask any extra questions you have. I will be happy to try my best to fulfil your request.

What if I don’t actually want a band? What if I want a tap dancing act or a mermaid that plays the harp?

Oh, that’s totally normal too. I know those people. In fact I’m a close personal friend with the mermaid.

How much will it cost?

Here is a bit of a guide:

You can expect to pay between $700 and $2000 + GST for a soloist, a duo or a DJ.

Between $2000 and $3000 + GST for a trio or a quartet.

You can expect to pay $3000 plus for a larger format.

Obviously, the well-known original artists have a price tag to match their popularity, but they are also open to performing at private events, so if you have your heart set on someone, let me know!

Everything is negotiable, and if you have a vision but you’re worried it won’t fit in your budget, still ask me. 

Creative Direction can be negotiated at an hourly rate or for a full contract to event.

What if I want to book a few different things?

That’s actually completely normal. Lots of clients will want a string quartet at the start of the day for an hour and then maybe an acoustic soloist for an hour or so. Some events then like to have a really cool floorshow and sometimes following all of this is a party band to get people on the dance floor.

My event is a long way away. In sand. And doesn’t have power. Can you still do it?

Well, yes, we love long-distance powerless sand gigs! Seriously though, there will be some restrictions on what you can book if you have some quirky aspects. But battery-powered PA systems are totally a thing, and as long as we know in advance we can organise a hire stage and include it in the quote in order to protect the musicians instruments etc.

Speaking of PA (production and audio), is that my job or yours?

Most of the time the band is happy to supply their own production. Sometimes at larger events the venue will supply production for the whole thing at which point the band liaises with the venue and sort it all out so you don’t have to. You will need a PA for speeches. There is often an in-house system at venues that is suitable for this. But if you do need the band PA there may be a small fee.

Can we get a refund if we don’t like the band?

Bands try really really hard to make sure that you’re happy with what they do. They can’t help it - they desperately want you to love them! But there may be a situation where someone may not be thrilled. A mother-in-law prefers polkas, or a colleague was in a band in his college days and thinks he could do better, or the kids think death metal and Kanye West are the only two musical genres. It doesn’t count for a refund. As long as the band has been punctual, presentable, has committed to and fulfilled their performance obligations for the evening within the limitations set by the venue, then they are entitled to their fee.

What if I want to cancel a booking?

As long as you cancel more than 30 days before the event you will get a full refund. However, if the event is cancelled for reasons beyond mitigating, then you will be obliged to pay the full amount. Check out our Ts&Cs for more info on this.