Solo tribute, band tribute, or replica show?
- Solo tribute (backing tracks): £600–£1,500 — good for intimate rooms
- Tribute band (live): £1,500–£4,500 — the sweet spot for most events
- Replica show (costume, staging, brass): £4,000–£15,000+ — corporate and theatre
Watch two live videos, not one promo
Any tribute can cut a great 60-second reel. Ask for one raw 15-minute live clip filmed on a phone. If they won't share one, walk away.
Licensing and PRS
In the UK, venues cover PRS/PPL for public performance — you don't pay a separate music license for the tribute. Confirm the venue has a live music license if the room isn't a regular venue.
The brief that gets sharper quotes
- Which act are you tributing (be specific)
- Date, venue, city
- Set structure — 1×60 or 2×45
- Audience size and age range
- Costume/staging expectations
"The best tribute acts don't just play the songs — they inhabit the era. Ask what they do between songs."
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