Wednesday, March 15, 2017

5 Things You need to know about hosting 80s tribute band in Los Angeles

If you want to hire a 80s tribute band in Los Angeles then you may wonder what you need to do, or what you should do as you prepare to hire this band. The concept of hiring tribute and cover bands has gained popularity across the world. As time goes, people start realizing and appreciating the greatest hits of their time. An 80’s tribute or cover band in Los Angeles will perform live on stage the greatest music of the 1980’s. The top tribute bands in LA will even mimic the looks and costumes of the original band. In order to ensure that the target audience gets thrilled by the performance of this band, you need to prepare to host it well.

What is tribute band?

A 80s tribute band in Los Angeles will recreate performance and sound of famous artist or band, in most cases with authentic instruments and costumes. Where it is not possible to get the original artist on stage, the tribute band will get look alike and try to recreate the artist or original band as much as possible.

The following brief guide will help you prepare for tribute band at your club, restaurant, event or other place in Los Angeles.

1. Get adequate on-stage space for the comfortable performance of the band:


It may sound obvious but a larger tribute band requires larger space for its performance. However, this is not entirely true because some smaller bands, depending on the songs they perform may require larger spaces for their performance. In fact, solo tribute singer performing Michael Jackson may require a large stage to perform. The following are some indicative details of the space required for the ‘normal’ performance of the tribute band. Generally, the recommended space guidelines will work well unless there is requirement for additional dance routine.


Size of the tribute band Space requirements
Solo artist 3 meters by 2 meters
2 to 3 member tribute band 3 meters by 3 meters
4 member tribute band 4 meters by 3 meters
5 to 6 member tribute band 5 meters by 3 meters
7 or more member band 6 (or more) meters by 4 (or more) meters


This guideline is just indicative but generally will work well for most people in San Francisco. Roughly, allow about 1.5 meters across any performer. Also allow two additional square meters for the drummer. Keep in mind that space is required in front of the singer and also on the sides of the band or singer to accommodate the lighting stands, speakers and the Public address system. A bigger room and space on stage will allow the band to perform comfortably. Restricted space may not allow the band to perform well.

2. Ensure the performance area is safe:

The 80s tribute band in Los Angeles requires safe area for its performance. Ensure that the stage is raised in order to ensure that it can be clearly seen by the audience. Ensure that the floor is not slippery to ensure that the performers do not slip and fall during their performance. Also ensure that there are power sockets in close proximity to the stage.

3. Ensure there is safe parking area for attendees and performers:

Ensure there is safe parking area where the performers and the attendees can park their cars.

4. Secure a changing room for the performers:

The performers generally arrive in casual wear and so they require a place where they can change and then put on their performance attire. Ensure you get a standard changing room with separate changing compartments for males and females. The changing room should also have sufficient seats for the band members.

5. Get the refreshments and food:

If the tribute band will perform in the afternoon in Los Angeles, you may have to acquire some refreshments and food. Coffee, tea, water and soft drinks are generally sufficient. If the band is to perform in the evening, it will need refreshments and food. A hot meal is preferred because the band is likely to perform for any hours during the night and it is expected that the performers will get hungry.