Terms and Conditions
Deposit
A 20% non-refundable security deposit is required when booking your event. The deposit will hold the date of your event. This deposit is deducted from your total event cost.
Local Sounds Entertainment shall, at all times, have unmitigated control of its DJ Services.
In the event that additional hours of DJ Services are requested, after the finish time the agreement executed and Local Sounds Entertainment accepts said request, additional DJ Services will be charged at the rate detailed in Article A of service contract you signed.
The agreement of the DJ to perform is subject to proven detention by accidents, transportation issues, riots, strikes, epidemics, any random acts of God, or any other legitimate conditions beyond their control. If such circumstances arise, all reasonable efforts will be made by Local Sounds Entertainment to make it to the event or find replacement entertainment at the agreed upon fees. Should Local Sounds Entertainment be unable to procure a replacement, Purchaser(s) shall receive a full refund including down payment.
The Purchaser(s) and DJ agree that this contract is not subject to cancellation unless both parties have agreed to such cancellation in writing. In the event of cancellation by the Purchaser(s) within 120 days of their event date, the down payment will be considered payment of liquidated damages. If the Purchaser(s) cancel the event within 10 days of the set event date, the Purchaser(s) shall pay the DJ the total agreed amount set forth on the contract as liquidated damages.
It is further agreed that the Purchaser(s) shall be liable for any and all injury or damage to the DJ or property of the DJ, while on the premises of said engagement, if damage is caused by Purchaser or guest, members of his organization, engagement invitees, employees, or any other party in attendance, whether invited or not.
It is understood that if this is a “Rain or Shine” event; Local Sounds Entertainment compensation is in no way affected by inclement weather.
For outdoor performances, Purchaser(s) shall provide overhead shelter for setup area unless prior arrangements have been made. The DJ reserves the right, in good faith, to stop or cancel the performance should the weather pose a potential danger to him, the equipment, or audience. Every effort will be made to continue the performance. However, safety is paramount in all decisions. The DJ’s compensation will not be affected by such cancellation.
In the event of circumstances deemed to present a threat or implied threat of injury or harm to Local Sounds Entertainment staff or any equipment in Local Sounds Entertainment possession, Local Sounds Entertainment reserves the right to cease performance. If the Purchaser(s) is able to resolve the threatening situation in a reasonable amount of time, Local Sounds Entertainment shall resume performance in accordance with the original terms of this agreement. Purchaser(s) shall be responsible for payment in full, regardless of whether the situation is resolved or whether Local Sounds Entertainment resumes performance. In order to prevent equipment damage or liability arising from accidental injury to any individual attending this performance, Local Sounds Entertainment reserves the right to deny any guest access to the sound system, music recordings, or other equipment.
Purchaser(s) shall provide Local Sounds Entertainment with safe and appropriate working conditions. This includes at least a 10-foot by 10-foot area for setup with space for setting up speakers and lighting stands. Local Sounds Entertainment requires a minimum of one 15-20 amp circuit outlet from a reliable power source within 25 feet of the setup area. Any delay in the performance or damage to DJ’s equipment due to improper power is the responsibility of the purchaser(s). Two circuits are preferred, where possible.
Purchaser(s) shall provide crowd control if warranted and furnish directions to place of engagement. Purchaser(s) is responsible for paying any charges imposed by the venue. These charges may include, but are not limited to, parking and use of electric power.
Purchaser(s) agrees to indemnify, defend, assume liability for and hold Local Sounds Entertainment harmless from any claims, damages, losses and expenses by or to any person, regardless of the basis, which pertains directly or indirectly to Local Sounds Entertainment performance. In the event that a civil action arises in an effort to enforce any provision of this agreement, the losing party shall pay the attorney’s fee and court costs of the prevailing party.