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Con Brio

Con Brio

$30,000$45,000
Daniel Ellsworth & The Great Lakes

Daniel Ellsworth & The Great Lakes

$35,000$50,000
Adam Blackstone

Adam Blackstone

$35,000$50,000
CVC

CVC

$25,000$35,000
Jukebox Heroes

Jukebox Heroes

$22,000$32,000
Tim Reynolds

Tim Reynolds

$35,000$44,000
The Isley Brothers

The Isley Brothers

$40,000$55,000
Isley Brothers Featuring Ronald and Ernie Isley

Isley Brothers Featuring Ronald and Ernie Isley

$40,000$55,000
God Street Wine

God Street Wine

$28,000$38,500
Fleshwater

Fleshwater

$25,000$35,000
Old Shoe

Old Shoe

$30,000$45,000
The Whispers

The Whispers

$95,000$137,750
The Temptations

The Temptations

$55,000$79,563
The Neville Brothers

The Neville Brothers

$35,000$50,750
The Jacksons

The Jacksons

$90,790$131,646
The Commodores

The Commodores

$55,000$79,750
Spearhead

Spearhead

$25,000$36,250
Oteil Burbridge

Oteil Burbridge

$30,000$45,000
Cycles

Cycles

$22,000$32,000
Chris Zemba and the Late Shift Band

Chris Zemba and the Late Shift Band

$28,000$40,000
High Fade

High Fade

$22,000$32,000
Pigeons Playing Ping Pong

Pigeons Playing Ping Pong

$35,000$50,000

Adrian Quesada

$28,000$40,000
Jamiroquai

Jamiroquai

$50,000$70,000
The Main Squeeze

The Main Squeeze

$30,000$45,000
The Werks

The Werks

$25,000$35,000
Robert Randolph

Robert Randolph

$25,000$36,250
Khruangbin

Khruangbin

$40,000$55,000
Miyavi

Miyavi

$28,000$40,000

Cola Boyy

$25,000$35,000
Analog Son

Analog Son

$30,000$45,000
The Budos Band

The Budos Band

$37,000$47,500
Cameo

Cameo

$40,000$55,000
Flow Tribe

Flow Tribe

$30,000$45,000
Cee Lo Green

Cee Lo Green

$100,000$145,000
John Secada

John Secada

$40,000$58,000
Janelle Monae

Janelle Monae

$40,000$58,000
Jake Shimabukuro

Jake Shimabukuro

$25,000$36,250
Harry Styles

Harry Styles

$825,000$1,196,250
George Clinton

George Clinton

$25,000$36,250
George Benson

George Benson

$68,250$98,963
Charlie Wilson

Charlie Wilson

$300,000$435,000
Chaka Khan

Chaka Khan

$80,000$116,000
Tower Of Power

Tower Of Power

$38,500$55,825
Bruno Mars

Bruno Mars

$2,570,000$3,726,500
Brian Culbertson

Brian Culbertson

$25,000$36,250
Blondie

Blondie

$105,000$152,250
Black Violin

Black Violin

$10,000$14,500
Big Sam’s Funky Nation

Big Sam’s Funky Nation

$10,000$14,500
Average White Band

Average White Band

$35,000$50,750
Anderson .Paak

Anderson .Paak

$200,000$290,000
Kool & The Gang

Kool & The Gang

$70,000$101,500
Phish

Phish

$1,550,000$2,247,500
Ozomatli

Ozomatli

$25,000$36,250
Ohio Players

Ohio Players

$35,000$50,750
Of Montreal

Of Montreal

$15,000$21,750
Morris Day & The Time

Morris Day & The Time

$50,000$72,500
Michael Franti & Spearhead

Michael Franti & Spearhead

$40,000$58,000
Maze Featuring Frankie Beverly

Maze Featuring Frankie Beverly

$220,000$319,000
Lettuce

Lettuce

$35,000$50,750
Amerie

Amerie

$25,000$36,250
KC & The Sunshine Band

KC & The Sunshine Band

$50,000$72,500
Jungle

Jungle

$37,500$54,375
Zucchero

Zucchero

$32,250$46,763
Zapp

Zapp

$25,000$45,000
Whispers

Whispers

$100,000$200,000
Village People

Village People

$25,000$36,250
Trey Anastasio

Trey Anastasio

$115,000$166,750

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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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.

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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