Online agency for event musicians

Couples, event planners, venues and companies pay the booking fee. The agency keeps a commission and passes the rest to the performers.

A commission on each booking, either deducted from the performer's fee or added to the client's quote. Busy seasons such as summer weddings and Christmas parties bring most of the work.

• Good with clients and quick at replying to enquiries
• A feel for music and live performance quality
• Organised with diaries, contracts and payments

• Employment agency rules for entertainment agencies: check what applies to fees and contracts
• Public liability insurance, and check that performers have their own cover
• Handle deposits and client money carefully, and be clear on refunds and cancellations
• Music licensing at events is usually the venue's responsibility, but check who is responsible for PPL PRS licences
• Be clear in contracts about what happens if a performer cancels at short notice

Startup costs are typically around £300 to £1,500, depending on how much you spend on a website, insurance and marketing. These are estimates, so build a budget around your own plans before you commit any money.

Monthly revenue is typically around £300 to £3,000, depending on how many bookings you win and the commission you agree with performers. These are estimates, and early months may sit at the lower end while you build a roster.

Check employment agency rules for entertainment agencies as they apply to fees and contracts. Also check public liability insurance, whether performers hold their own cover, how you handle deposits and client money, and who is responsible for PPL PRS licences.