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Book Kris Barras Band for a Private Event
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Bio
The band takes its name from its frontman, Kris Barras, who hails from Torquay. As a child, he was influenced by his father, Paul Barras, who was also a musician. After a successful career in which he participated in 20 professional Muay Thai and MMA fights, Barras decided to retire in August 2014 to focus on training other fighters. By early 2015, he had begun writing songs and went on to establish the Kris Barras Band, blending elements of southern rock, blues, and country music. They released a self-titled demo EP in 2015, which laid the groundwork for their debut full-length album, Lucky 13, that came out on April 24, 2016. This album was self-released and recorded by Barras in his own studio located in Torquay, Devon. Following this, the band had the opportunity to perform at several major festivals, including the 37th Rawa Blues Festival in Katowice, Poland, and Ramblin' Man Fair in Maidstone, UK, where they shared the stage with renowned acts like ZZ Top and Extreme, impressively becoming the only band to play for three consecutive years.
On December 4, 2017, it was revealed that Barras had signed with Mascot Label Group, leading to the release of their first album under the label, titled The Divine and Dirty, on March 23, 2018. This album saw considerable success, reaching number 3 on the Official UK Jazz/Blues Charts and number 72 on the UK iTunes charts across all genres. It also won the "Best Album" award at the 38th European Blues Awards. Additionally, the band was recognized as the "Best New Band" at the Planet Rock Radio 'The Rocks' 2019 awards. Barras was invited to showcase his talent with a live session of two songs on the BBC Radio 2 Michael Ball show. The acclaim for this album allowed the band to tour alongside artists like Beth Hart, Joanne Shaw Taylor, and GUN. MusicRadar even named Barras one of "The 17 Best Blues Guitarists in the World," placing him at number 13 alongside notable names such as Joe Bonamassa and John Mayer.
In May 2019, the Barras band participated in the "Rockin' the Blues" Festival, touring with Jonny Lang and Walter Trout across the UK, Germany, and France. They were also featured on the accompanying Rockin' The Blues CD. Later that year, they joined Black Stone Cherry as special guests on their Summer tour in the UK and Ireland, and they opened for the band again during their 2021 British tour, which included a performance at the Royal Albert Hall on September 21. On September 13, 2019, the band released their third studio album, Light It Up, through Provogue Records. This album reached number 30 on British iTunes and number 49 on the Official UK Charts, while also hitting number 1 on the UK Independent Album Breakers Chart. On September 3, 2021, they unveiled a new single titled "Dead Horses," accompanied by a music video. Later, on November 1, 2021, they announced another single, "My Parade," along with their upcoming album Death Valley Paradise. "My Parade" climbed to the top of Planet Rock radio's airplay chart. This was followed by two more singles, "These Voices" and "Who Needs Enemies." The album was officially released through Mascot Records on March 4, 2022, and it debuted at number 27 on the UK Albums Chart. In September 2023, the band signed with Earache Records, securing a worldwide deal.
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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.
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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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