FAQ’s

Q. What service do you provide?
A. The standard service is as follows:
- Up to 120 minutes of live music
- Fully self contained sound and lighting rig
- Recorded music before and between live sets. We will also play recorded music through our PA until the end of the night.
- Announcements
- Up to 3 new live song requests (eg 1st dance) with 28 days’ notice
See DJ & Extras for additional services

Q. How far do you travel?
A. We play shows anywhere in the UK. Bookings beyond 100 miles of Poulton-le-Fylde, Lancashire, may incur additional costs for fuel and accommodation

Q. How much do you charge for a wedding / function?
A. Our rates are dependent on a number of factors including location, time of year, day of the week and service required. Each event is therefore charged individually. Please enquire by email or telephone and provide as many details as possible to receive an accurate quote

Q. Do you have certificates for Public Liability and Portable Appliance Testing (PAT)?
A. Yes, the band and is covered for up to £10,000,000 public liability and all its equipment has PAT certification. These documents can be provided if necessary

Q. How long does it take to set up and sound check?
A. We like to allow 90minutes. This is ideally done before the evening guests arrive

Q. Do we need to provide a list of songs to be played?
A. We strongly recommend allowing us to pick tried and tested songs based on our experience of playing over 1000 shows to all types of audiences. However, requests from our repertoire are welcome providing we are given 28 days’ notice

Q. Do we need to pay a deposit?
A. Yes, if you would like to book us we will post you a contract and booking form to fill out and return to us with a deposit of £250. The remaining balance is to be paid on or before the night of performance

Q. How much space do you require?
A. We require a playing area that is approximately 4m deep and 5m wide

Q. Can you play in venues with noise limits?
A. Providing we are notified prior to signing the contract, we can make arrangements to restrict volume to as low as 87dB. However, the Deadbeats is a fully live, 5 piece band with acoustic drum kit and amplified guitars. Anything below approximately 100dB may require changes to equipment, set list and performance that significantly affect the overall experience of the live show. For this reason, we prefer to avoid playing in venues with noise limits. We recommend seeking alternative entertainment in any venue that has a noise limit below 87dB

Q. Will you support charity events with free or discounted performances?
A. Like any other business, a professional band can only afford to provide a limited number of its services for free or at discount. We therefore have chosen charities for which we perform a number of shows per year at no charge or special fees. Regrettably, all other charity events need to be charged at the normal function rates. Please do not ask for free performances as refusal sometimes causes offence.