Ben Harper
$100,000 — $145,000
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Beth Hart
$10,000 — $14,500
Bob Mould
$15,000 — $21,750
Bobby McFerrin
$25,000 — $36,250
Brian Mcknight
$75,000 — $108,750
CARLY PEARCE
$35,000 — $50,750
Tony Allen
$10,000 — $14,500
Trey Anastasio
$115,000 — $166,750
Ziggy Marley
$75,000 — $108,750
Josh Ritter
$35,000 — $50,750
Loretta Lynn
$50,000 — $72,500
Marky Ramone’s Blitzkrieg
$15,000 — $21,750
Marshmello
$375,000 — $543,750
Orianthi
$35,000 — $50,750
Sergio Mendes
$44,000 — $63,800
St. Vincent
$25,000 — $36,250
Steven Adler
$25,000 — $36,250
Tash Sultana
$120,000 — $174,000
Gary Valenciano
$25,450 — $48,000
Rico Blanco
$7,500 — $12,750
The Skids
$22,000 — $32,000
Badfinger
$25,000 — $35,000
KONTRUST
$25,000 — $35,000
Badflower
$30,000 — $41,000
Failure
$32,500 — $43,500
Fightstar
$29,000 — $39,000
God Street Wine
$28,000 — $38,500
Hands Like Houses
$33,500 — $45,000
Helmet
$30,000 — $42,000
Bonzo
$20,000 — $28,000
John Butler Trio
$45,000 — $60,000
Fort Hope
$25,500 — $36,000
London Afrobeat Collective
$40,000 — $52,000
Dan Lancaster
$25,000 — $35,000
Timmy Thomas
$22,000 — $32,000
The Spill Canvas
$30,000 — $45,000
Jukebox Heroes
$22,000 — $32,000
Dean Torrence (Jan & Dean)
$22,000 — $32,000
Low Island
$25,000 — $35,000
Leonid and Friends
$25,000 — $35,000
CVC
$25,000 — $35,000
Gecko Club
$20,500 — $30,000
Cloud Control
$30,000 — $45,000
Michael Glabicki & Dirk Miller of Rusted Root
$35,000 — $50,000
Junior Varsity
$20,000 — $30,000
The Budos Band
$37,000 — $47,500
Crowded House
$35,000 — $50,000
Embrace
$27,000 — $38,000
Armor For Sleep
$30,000 — $45,000
Love of Lesbian
$30,000 — $45,000
Allah-Las
$20,000 — $30,000
Del Amitri
$35,000 — $50,000
A Perfect Circle
$150,000 — $299,000
The Specials
$28,000 — $40,000
Mitch Rowland
$22,000 — $32,000
Emerson, Lake & Palmer
$45,000 — $65,000
Hot Hot Heat
$28,000 — $40,000
The Get Up Kids
$35,000 — $50,000
The Cyrkle
$25,000 — $35,000
Corinne Bailey Rae
$22,000 — $32,000
Ben Howard
$45,000 — $60,000
The Residents
$28,000 — $40,000
Intervals
$28,000 — $40,000
Band-Maid
$35,000 — $50,000
Genesis
$55,000 — $75,000
Father John Misty
$40,000 — $55,000
David Bazan
$30,000 — $45,000
The Skatalites
$22,000 — $32,000
Emily Haines and the Soft Skeleton
$30,000 — $45,000
The Moody Blues
$45,000 — $65,000
Doves
$25,000 — $35,000
Edgar Winter
$25,000 — $35,000
Bernard Fowler
$20,000 — $30,000
The Melvins
$25,000 — $35,000
The Mighty Mighty Bosstones
$28,000 — $40,000
The Aquabats
$22,000 — $32,000
Arkells
$35,000 — $50,000
alt-J
$40,000 — $55,000
The Babe Rainbow
$20,000 — $30,000
Fishbone
$25,000 — $35,000
Heartless Bastards
$28,000 — $40,000
King Crimson
$55,000 — $75,000
The Stray Cats
$28,000 — $40,000
Atoms for Peace
$35,000 — $50,000
Porcupine Tree
$45,000 — $65,000
The Early November
$28,000 — $40,000
The Selecter
$25,000 — $35,000
The Soft Moon
$30,000 — $45,000
Chaos Chaos
$22,000 — $32,000
Catherine Russell
$25,000 — $35,000
Al Kooper
$30,000 — $50,000
The Builders and The Butchers
$35,000 — $50,000
The World Is a Beautiful Place & I Am No Longer Afraid to Die
$35,000 — $50,000
YES-Feat. Anderson Wakeman, Rabin
$30,000 — $45,000
Jon Anderson
$45,000 — $65,000
Kula Shaker
$25,000 — $35,000
Ian Gillan
$40,000 — $55,000
Black Midi
$40,000 — $55,000
Jim James
$35,000 — $50,000
The Spongetones
$20,000 — $30,000
SEG does not, nor claims to, represent any celebrity as the exclusive booking agent. Seattle Entertainment Group does not manage any celebrities listed on this website. SEG acts only as a buyer’s agent for venues, event professionals, companies and organizations to book celebrities for corporate and private events, paid commercials, casino concerts, engagements as well as other various appearances. The celebrities listed on this site are for informational purposes only and are intended as a resource for our clients to provide ideas.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Will I need security for my event if I hire a celebrity?
Yes, the celebrity may require you to hire unarmed police or private esecurity. It depends on the status of the chosen celebrity and the type of event. The artist needs protection and everyone’s reputation is in jeopardy if they are not reasonably protected. Sometimes the celebrity will bring their own bodyguard.
Will I have to pay for the celebrity’s hotel, travel and food?
Most of the time the celebrity will expect general food and beverage accommodations for the duration of the event. In more complex bookings, they may want to be fed from the day of arrival to the day of departure. Additionally, hotels and transportation should be provided unless a buyout is included in the offer being submitted before you book a celebrity.
Will I get my money back after I have hired a celebrity and my event is canceled?
If your event is canceled sometimes you can receive a refund or a credit toward future or rescheduled performance in the event of a force majeure. Other times the contract has strict cancellation terms that must be adhered to. We help you outline the cancellation terms in the negotiating process.
Can I hire a celebrity for an event myself?
Anyone can hire a celebrity. You will pay more in most cases because an artist can tell if you are not familiar with the process. Always consult with a professional before you book a celebrity yourself. There is a specific process that should be followed.
Will a celebrity prepare a speech or promote my product at the event?
The short answer is yes. The celebrity will help promote your product and deliver a speech if that is included in the deal points when we submit the offer. A celebrity may also post the product on their social media.
What happens if a celebrity is late to my event?
Sometimes flights are delayed, it’s the unfortunate part of traveling abroad. As part of the contract process, we help eliminate delays by adding a late-arrival clause that allows you to cancel the performance if an artist is late beyond a certain point. It’s not ideal and it is rarely a concern, but the good news is that you will get your deposit back and you will not be liable for the performer’s final payment.
Can I pick which songs the celebrity performs at my event?
You can certainly create a list of songs you want performed. The celebrity will sing or perform all of the chosen songs or as many as reasonably possibly within the appearance time paid for.
Will a celebrity sing and perform at my private or public event?
Absolutely, there are some requirements to be aware of if you want a musical performance, however. A celebrity may ask you to fulfill parts of their tour rider, which outlines specific types of equipment needed to execute a live performance.
Are there any celebrities I cannot hire for my event?
It depends, some celebrities will avoid certain political affiliations, communities or parties that may be considered a conflict of interest. We will help you determine the potential obstacles before wasting any time.
Will the celebrity I choose take pictures with my family and friends?
Yes, the celebrity will take pictures with you and a small group of people assuming you make time for it during their appearance. If you want a celebrity to appear for an hour, set aside 30 minutes of that time for a meet and greet, otherwise the celebrity may not stick around for longer than what’s stated in their contract.
How much does it cost to hire a celebrity for an event?
The cost to hire a celebrity can vary from artist to artist. Other determining factors will influence the price as well. The deal points we create on your behalf , the location of your event, and duration of appearance can heavily influence the price of a celebrity booking.
Can you guarantee the celebrity will be hired for my event?
In most cases, if the celebrity is available and the offer is strong, we guarantee the chosen celebrity will strongly consider the offer. Sometimes, it makes sense to have a backup plan, however, schedules change and late bookings can be risky. It’s best to have 2-3 celebrities in mind before you start the process, just in case the first is unavailable.
When will I have to pay the celebrity to appear at my private or public event?
Typically an artist will be paid in two separate installments. The first payment is a deposit of 50% which is usually paid thirty to ninety days from the engagement. Sometimes the artist will require a full payment upfront, it depends on the scope of work and the notoriety of the celebrity being considered. The final payment of 50% is paid on the day of the event, unless there is a ticket reconciliation that needs to occur.
Will the celebrity sign autographs for my team and client?
Yes, of course. We include signed memorabilia in all of our offers (memorabilia to be provided by the venue or client).
How long does it take to hire a celebrity for a private or public ticket event?
It can take as much as three to four months to confirm a celebrity appearance, or two days depending on the deal points, offer and location of your event. Start the process early – that’s our recommendation.
What is the process for hiring a celebrity for a private or ticket event?
The process includes selecting the artist(s), contacting our agency, then creating deal points to include in an offer sheet. Once you have the details outlined, we can discuss the terms with the artist or manager. After the artist agrees to the deal points, a contract is signed, a deposit is made and the performance will happen before the remaining money is paid to the artist.
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