How long do you play and how many sets?

We’re flexible. We are usually asked to do two sets with a break in between, although we can do one, two or three sets from up to two hours of material. It’s not an exact science, and we often find it’s best to ‘play it by ear’, as we can talk to you, DJs, caterers, managers etc. to get the best out of the night. Obviously, if it’s a more formal occasion then we’re happy to accommodate that too.

A minimum 18 feet wide by 10 feet deep - although more space is good, as we can put on a better show. Things like pillars in the way can cause a problem but we've had to squeeze in to some odd spaces and we'll make the best of any situation (within reason - there are 8 of us after all).

A stage is good, but we can happily set up on the floor if there’s enough room. If there is a small stage, we’ll often put the drummer on it and set the rest of us up in front.

We come fully-equipped with P.A. big enough for up to about 500 people (depending on the venue; less for a marquee), and lights for a small to medium stage.

If your venue has its own lights or PA you would rather we used, please contact us in advance to discuss technical requirements.

Once the equipment is in the venue, it takes our roadies 2 hours to set up. We can play background music (yours or ours) over the PA after about an hour, and the last 40 minutes is mainly onstage work (meaning we are out of the way of guests etc) and reasonably quiet (plugging in leads, not banging drums). We don't tend to do a full band soundcheck, about 10 mins of the odd 'one two' towards the end will usually do us.

It varies depending on your requirements; e.g. how far away the gig is, and what times you need us etc. Phone Hansel to discuss - 07961 255962

We can play music from our own collection of CDs or you can provide us with CDs to your taste or an iPod and we'll put music on before, in the break and after the show (venue and time permitting). If you’d prefer, we’re happy to work with a DJ - just tell him/her in advance that we’re coming!

We can accommodate other acts. If they want to use our PA this often involves us setting up earlier/breaking down later, so there could be a surcharge, depending on the circumstances. Please discuss this with us in advance. If you have another act and it would be easier if we used their equipment, again please contact us to arrange this in advance.

Yes - 'Happy Birthday'! If you want us to perform a song we don’t already know, ask us in advance so we can rehearse it - if it’s achievable and in character with our existing set, we’ll do it. If a member of your party wants to sing a song with us on stage, this can sometimes be arranged, but must be done so in advance.

If you have speeches, presentations, raffles, announcements etc, you're welcome to use our microphone - once we're set up. If you need it earlier on, we can't really help - it won't work until everything's plugged in.

Yes, we have full public liability insurance. Details available on request.

All our equipment is regularly tested and a certificate can be provided on request.

If possible, we like a room to get changed and relax in before and between performing. Refreshments are always welcome.