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FAQ
Where do we start if we want to book the good times for our event?
Please initially enquire by email for availability. Let us know the occasion, the time, date, the venue and any other relevant information.
Please include a contact phone number. We will try to let you know if the band is available within 24 hours.
How much do you charge?
Providing we have the basic information about your event, we will give you a quotation when we confirm availability.
What happens next?
Once we have confirmed our availability and submitted our quotation, we will leave it up to you to decide if you want to book. If so, please request to book by email (ASAP as the date may otherwise become unavailable). We will then confirm the booking with you by email.
Do we need to pay a deposit?
No not generally as we try not to overcomplicate things. However, on occasion, we may request a non-returnable deposit to cover ourselves against cancellation on your part (eg a ticketed dinner dance, wedding booking 2 years in advance).
When do you want to be paid?
Please arrange to pay us on the day/night of your event.
Do you only play locally or are you willing to travel?
Although we play mostly in South Wales and Western England, we are willing to travel to all areas of the UK. Our quoted fee will account for the additional travelling charges and expenses.
How long will you play for and at what times?
For a normal evening booking, our fee covers our services from 7pm until midnight. We would then play 2 sets of 45 minutes and 60 minutes within this time (eg 9-9.45 and 10.30-11.30) The timings of the sets can be arranged to work around evening food. We are however flexible and happy to use our experience to suggest how the band can best fit into your event.
How much space do you need to set up?
Ideally we need a space 4m across and 3m deep. The area needs to be flat and should be away from fire exits and any toilet access.
Do you need an electrical supply?
Please see our technical requirements download.
Do you have public liability insurance?
Yes, we have up to £10,000,000 PL cover. We are happy to provide a copy of our certificate by email to a venue if requested.
Is your equipment tested for electrical safety?
Yes, our equipment is visually inspected as a matter of routine at each time of use and then PAT tested annually for electrical safety.
Can you play at outside events?
Yes, but it is the responsibility of the customer or event organiser to provide suitable cover for the band against direct sunlight or light rain showers.
If rain is forecast for an outdoor event, then the customer or event organiser must have an indoor contingency plan in place.
How long will you take to setup?
About 60-75 minutes.
Do you need to do a sound check?
Yes, we like to do a 2 minute sound check just to ensure we get the right balanced sound at the appropriate volume for your big night.
Do you play at afternoon functions?
Yes, although only at weekends.
Will you play some background music in the breaks?
We always carry an ipod with some suitable playlists for any event. We are happy to put some background music on before we play, during our break and for 15 minutes after our last song. Alternatively, you can create your own playlists, give us your ipod and we will play it through our pa.
Can you play alongside a disco and dj?
Yes certainly, we have worked alongside several of Wales top wedding djs. If you want music outside of our times (for instance a disco carrying on into the night), then we would recommend that you also hire a disco or at the very least provide an alternative sound system. We are quite happy to recommend a quality dj for your night or even provide the band, dj and disco as a package.
If we wanted, could you set up your equipment in the morning before our guests arrive and return to play in the evening?
Yes, however there is an additional charge which will be added to your quote. If required, please tell us about this at the time of booking.
Can we use your microphone and pa for our wedding speeches?
Yes, however there is an additional charge which will be added to your quote. If required, please tell us about this at the time of booking.
What kind of set-list will you play?
Please see our sample set list here.
Can we request a specific song for a first dance for our evening wedding party?
If you have a specific song which you would like played for your first dance, then please let us know well ahead of time.
Can we come and see you play before we book?
The Good Times is primarily a private function band and therefore plays very few public gigs. If we have any open audience gigs booked in then we will post this on our website before hand or let you know at the time of your enquiry.
Will you definitely turn up?
We have all been performing musicians for many years and we pride ourselves on our professionalism and in particular reliability. We have never
missed a gig. However, we would of course contact you or the venue if we’re caught up in traffic or other circumstances beyond our control.
Will the band always be made up of the 5 on this website?
We aim to always give this same line up whenever possible. There are however occasions at the time of booking, when one member is unavailable due to a planned holiday for instance. Rather than saying “sorry we can’t do it,” we have replacement players within our circle of music friends who are all rehearsed with our set and can cover for the missing band member without in any way affecting the quality of our sound or performance.
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Where do we start if we want to book the good times for our event?
Please initially enquire by email for availability. Let us know the occasion, the time, date, the venue and any other relevant information.
Please include a contact phone number. We will try to let you know if the band is available within 24 hours.
How much do you charge?
Providing we have the basic information about your event, we will give you a quotation when we confirm availability.
What happens next?
Once we have confirmed our availability and submitted our quotation, we will leave it up to you to decide if you want to book. If so, please request to book by email (ASAP as the date may otherwise become unavailable). We will then confirm the booking with you by email.
Do we need to pay a deposit?
No not generally as we try not to overcomplicate things. However, on occasion, we may request a non-returnable deposit to cover ourselves against cancellation on your part (eg a ticketed dinner dance, wedding booking 2 years in advance).
When do you want to be paid?
Please arrange to pay us on the day/night of your event.
Do you only play locally or are you willing to travel?
Although we play mostly in South Wales and Western England, we are willing to travel to all areas of the UK. Our quoted fee will account for the additional travelling charges and expenses.
How long will you play for and at what times?
For a normal evening booking, our fee covers our services from 7pm until midnight. We would then play 2 sets of 45 minutes and 60 minutes within this time (eg 9-9.45 and 10.30-11.30) The timings of the sets can be arranged to work around evening food. We are however flexible and happy to use our experience to suggest how the band can best fit into your event.
How much space do you need to set up?
Ideally we need a space 4m across and 3m deep. The area needs to be flat and should be away from fire exits and any toilet access.
Do you need an electrical supply?
Please see our technical requirements download.
Do you have public liability insurance?
Yes, we have up to £10,000,000 PL cover. We are happy to provide a copy of our certificate by email to a venue if requested.
Is your equipment tested for electrical safety?
Yes, our equipment is visually inspected as a matter of routine at each time of use and then PAT tested annually for electrical safety.
Can you play at outside events?
Yes, but it is the responsibility of the customer or event organiser to provide suitable cover for the band against direct sunlight or light rain showers.
If rain is forecast for an outdoor event, then the customer or event organiser must have an indoor contingency plan in place.
How long will you take to setup?
About 60-75 minutes.
Do you need to do a sound check?
Yes, we like to do a 2 minute sound check just to ensure we get the right balanced sound at the appropriate volume for your big night.
Do you play at afternoon functions?
Yes, although only at weekends.
Will you play some background music in the breaks?
We always carry an ipod with some suitable playlists for any event. We are happy to put some background music on before we play, during our break and for 15 minutes after our last song. Alternatively, you can create your own playlists, give us your ipod and we will play it through our pa.
Can you play alongside a disco and dj?
Yes certainly, we have worked alongside several of Wales top wedding djs. If you want music outside of our times (for instance a disco carrying on into the night), then we would recommend that you also hire a disco or at the very least provide an alternative sound system. We are quite happy to recommend a quality dj for your night or even provide the band, dj and disco as a package.
If we wanted, could you set up your equipment in the morning before our guests arrive and return to play in the evening?
Yes, however there is an additional charge which will be added to your quote. If required, please tell us about this at the time of booking.
Can we use your microphone and pa for our wedding speeches?
Yes, however there is an additional charge which will be added to your quote. If required, please tell us about this at the time of booking.
What kind of set-list will you play?
Please see our sample set list here.
Can we request a specific song for a first dance for our evening wedding party?
If you have a specific song which you would like played for your first dance, then please let us know well ahead of time.
Can we come and see you play before we book?
The Good Times is primarily a private function band and therefore plays very few public gigs. If we have any open audience gigs booked in then we will post this on our website before hand or let you know at the time of your enquiry.
Will you definitely turn up?
We have all been performing musicians for many years and we pride ourselves on our professionalism and in particular reliability. We have never
missed a gig. However, we would of course contact you or the venue if we’re caught up in traffic or other circumstances beyond our control.
Will the band always be made up of the 5 on this website?
We aim to always give this same line up whenever possible. There are however occasions at the time of booking, when one member is unavailable due to a planned holiday for instance. Rather than saying “sorry we can’t do it,” we have replacement players within our circle of music friends who are all rehearsed with our set and can cover for the missing band member without in any way affecting the quality of our sound or performance.
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