Gig Rider

Brad will provide live music featuring ʻukulele and vocals in the manner and at the time and location discussed.

The client will provide a safe stage space, parking, and compensation as outlined below.

These terms form the agreement for your booking. The date, start and end times, location, and total fee are as confirmed in writing (email or text) between you and Brad. Payment of the deposit confirms the booking and constitutes your acceptance of this rider.

Stage requirements

In order to have successful, fun, and safe show for all, Brad’s performance location needs to include:

• A minimum sized, dry space with a flat, solid, well drained surface:
  • Solo w/PA – 10×10′
  • Solo acoustic – 6×6′
• For outdoor gigs, it is the client’s responsibility to ensure that adequate covering is provided for the performance to shade from sun and keep dry from rain 
  
  • The slightest bit of wind will blow rain across the entire floor of an 8×8’ Costco pop-up. These will NOT keep Brad’s gear dry – even if you put two next to each other! If using pop-up tents, please have additional tarps/side walls available in case of rain
  • Shade cover is required for outdoor gigs longer than an hour between 9am and 4pm
• Power at the stage site (n/a for acoustic gigs)
  • Either via a nearby outlet or heavy-gauge extension cord
  • The power circuit is exclusively to be used by Brad – no power strips or daisy chains for other uses
  • Voltage must be within a 110-125V range
  • If a generator is required, it must be 3000+ running watts and should be connected to a ground rod and covered to reduce noise bleed

Access requirements

• Access to the stage location is required at least one hour before music start time to allow Brad time to set up PA gear and get situated (15 minutes for acoustic gigs)
  • The client will provide point of contact, gate codes, or any other resources required for accessing the site
• A parking spot within 100’ is preferred for PA gigs
  • Alternatively, Brad needs to be able to wheel a cart a reasonable distance from load in parking to the stage location. This route must be ADA compliant
  • When the distance from load in parking to venue exceeds 100 yards, transportation must be provided
• A restroom that can be used by Brad

Time on site

• Brad will play music at agreed upon start time unless the client and Brad agree to postpone the start time
• Brad will conclude playing music at the agreed upon end time, regardless of any event-imposed delays or breaks – NO EXCEPTIONS. Additional play time can be negotiated, if schedules allow, at a rate of $500 per hour
  • “Hana hou”s (encores) are not included unless pre-planned into the schedule and any over-time songs are played strictly at Brad’s discretion

Payment/cancellation/weather policy

• Brad requires a non-refundable 50% deposit to confirm a booking which can be paid via:
  • Venmo: https://www.venmo.com/u/Brad-Bordessa
  • Paypal: https://www.paypal.biz/liveukulele
  • Check: Brad Bordessa, PO Box 622, Honokaa, HI 96727
• The remaining balance will be due on the day of the event, prior to the performance start, unless otherwise discussed
  • Brad may decline to begin the performance until any outstanding balance has been received
• In the event of weather that endangers Brad OR his gear due to lack of adequate cover, Brad reserves the right to cancel the performance at any time
  • If the client does not provide the covering required above and Brad is unable to safely perform as a result, the full fee is still due and no refund applies
• Other weather events are generally assessed at time of setup
• In the event of illness or emergency requiring cancellation by Brad, Brad will offer a rescheduled date or a qualified substitute where possible; if neither works, a full refund is provided

Circumstances beyond control

• If hurricanes, tropical storms, volcanic activity, vog, lava-related road closures, earthquake, tsunami warning, flooding, wildfire, government or public-health restriction, or any other event beyond either party’s control prevents the performance, Brad and the client will first work in good faith to reschedule
  • The deposit transfers to the rescheduled date and remains valid for 6 months
  • If rescheduling isn’t possible, the deposit is retained to cover Brad’s committed time and preparation

Safety on site

• The client ensures the performance area is safe, stable, and secure throughout the event
• Brad may pause or end the performance if conditions become unsafe – including threats, violence, intoxicated or aggressive guests, or unsafe electrical or structural conditions. Where the cause is outside Brad’s control, the remaining fee is still due

Liability & equipment

• The client is responsible for damage to Brad’s equipment caused by guests, staff, pets, or site conditions
• Brad is responsible only for loss or injury resulting from his own negligence
• A certificate of insurance can be provided on request if the venue requires proof of liability coverage

Performance expectations

• Song requests are accepted solely at Brad’s discretion. Songs not already in repertoire are billed at $200/per (two song maximum)
• Any recordings or photo/video of Brad’s performance that will be used publicly must be approved by Brad prior to the performance
• Brad may photograph, record, or reference the event on his own website and social channels to promote his work, unless the client requests otherwise in advance – private events are kept private on request
• Licensing for the performance of copyrighted music is the sole responsbility of the client, if applicable

Volume levels

• Brad can accommodate a wide range of performance volumes. It’s the event contact’s job to advise Brad on suitable volume levels throughout the event
• Brad plays as loud or as quietly as he’s told; in the event of noise complaints, the client will handle ALL interactions with guests/neighbors/police
• The client is responsible for any required event or amplified-sound permits, HOA or venue approvals, and compliance with local noise ordinances

Agreement

• This agreement is governed by the laws of the State of Hawaiʻi