Finding quality entertainment is often an arduous task, and usually gamble unless you’ve personally seen a musician, DJ or performer before. Looking for that “just right” entertainment online can be just as hard to go from the sheer number of search results you get when you type in “wedding DJ ‘or’ corporate entertainment”. So how do you get what you want-now-and get the best deal?
Well, first of all, make a list of your target and give locals entertainers shot. Why? Because about 60% of the time, they are just as good or better than any out of town, their fees are usually less simply because you are not paying rates possession containing their traveling expenses. Second, when you do a Google search, making two types of search, for example, the type of music you want, such as’ house music DJ and then make one for house music DJ (and improve the city you are to get locals) and search pages 1-4. Pages 1-2 gives you a list of those who are ranking higher, and pages 3-4 grabs some that are up and coming, but could still be more affordable.
Once you have your list of at least 10, start to decline after features and information that are important to you. Obviously the type of music available is key. You need to see what type of equipment they bringing-you do not want someone who is not an all-or wants you to give part of it. The ‘self-contained carrier “is often better. Also, unless you’re planning on deals and have to make it happen pronto, instead of going through the booking agency, not trying to make a search you first. This is because booking agents will charge 15-20% for fees and entertainers often find a way to increase their prices instead of taking the hit themselves. Conclusion: you pay more for the same entertained you might have found on their own.
Finally, look for those that offer a flat rate and the ability to customize the song list or other entertainment to the audience. It makes no sense to pay for entertainment that is not going to be “fun” to making guests you have a wedding or event. Flat rates are important because you do not want to surprise charges at the end of the night that destroyed the budget. And do not pay for the consultation-best DJ and other entertainers will work with you for free to adapt the show to your specifications and then knock it out of the park when it’s show time.