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Questions to ask a band before you book

The right questions turn two vague quotes into a fair comparison. Ask these before you pay an advance, and ask for the answers in writing.

Updated 22 October 2026 · 1 min read · MusicBajaao

About the act

  • Who exactly will perform on my date? Is it the same lineup as in your videos?
  • Can I see a full song recorded live, not just a short reel?
  • Have you played at a venue like mine: a hotel, a lawn, a banquet hall, a farmhouse?

The performance

  • How many sets will you play, how long is each, and how long are the breaks?
  • Can you learn a song for us? How much notice do you need?
  • Do you take requests on the night?
  • Can you play for our entries and work with our anchor or DJ?

Sound and setup

  • What sound and lights are included, and what must the venue provide?
  • How much stage space and how many power points do you need?
  • How long do you need to set up and do a sound check?
  • Can you keep the volume low during dinner?

Timing and travel

  • What time will you arrive, and what time will you start?
  • Are travel and stay included, or extra?
  • If the function runs late, what does extra time cost?

Money and paperwork

  • What's the total price, and exactly what does it include?
  • How much is the advance, and when is the balance due?
  • What happens if you cancel, or if we change the date?
  • Will you confirm all of this in writing?

What good answers look like

Good answers are specific (names, times, what's included) and they match the written quote. If an answer is vague, ask again, or compare it with another act. Every quote you get through MusicBajaao covers the date and timings, lineup, sound and equipment, travel, and price and payment terms, and you pay the performer directly. Send your requirements to get started.

Tell us about your event

Share your date and city and the kind of music you want. We'll check who is free and send you options on WhatsApp.

  • Performers who are free on your date. We check availability with them before we suggest anyone.
  • Videos and itemised quotes. See how they sound and exactly what's included before you decide.
  • You pay the performer directly. Free to enquire. No payments go through us.
  • A written record. We share the agreed details (date, timings, lineup, price) with both sides on WhatsApp.

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