FAQs

We’ve tried to answer some of your most frequently asked questions here, for anything else hit that contact button!

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How much does it cost to book Pure Genius?

Every event is different — your date, location and how long you’d like us to play all affect the price — so we don’t quote a flat rate on the website. What we can promise is a fair price for a fully live, professional band with 20+ years of experience. Get in touch with your date and venue and we’ll come back to you with a straightforward quote, usually within a day or two.

How far in advance do we need to book you?

As early as you can, especially for Saturdays in peak wedding season, which tend to go first. That said, it’s always worth asking even if your date is close — we sometimes have late availability, and there’s no harm in checking.

What areas do you cover?

We’re based in Northamptonshire and cover the Midlands as our home patch, but we regularly travel further afield across the UK for the right event. Tell us your venue when you enquire and we’ll confirm we can make it.

What space, power and time do you need to set up?

We bring all our own professional sound and lighting, so all we need from you is a couple of power sockets within about ten metres of the performance area. For setup, we typically arrive 1.5 hours before we’re due to play to get everything sound-checked quietly and out of the way before your guests arrive. We can arrive earlier if necessary.

Do you play music for the rest of the night, not just your live sets?

Yes — we can keep the dance floor going between our live sets with either background music or a full DJ service, so there’s no dead air while we take a break. You get a full night of music without needing to book anyone else.

What happens if someone in the band is unwell on the day?

It’s rare, but as an established professional band we plan for it. If you’d like the details of how we handle it, just ask when you enquire — we’re happy to talk you through it so you can book with confidence.

What kind of music do you play, and can we request songs?

Expect an energetic mix of pop, rock, soul, funk and indie anthems — the songs that reliably fill a dance floor — played by a full live band including saxophone, not backing tracks. We can also learn your first dance or another special request, as long as you give us enough notice and it suits the instruments and vocal ranges in the band.

Can we come and watch you perform before booking?
Definitely. We play live, public shows around Northamptonshire regularly, so you’re welcome to come and see us for real before you commit. Check our gigs page or follow us on Facebook for upcoming dates.
Do you play corporate events and Christmas parties, not just weddings?

Yes — alongside weddings, we regularly play corporate events, award nights, summer balls and office Christmas parties, including some of the largest Christmas party venues in the country. Wherever the crowd, our job is the same: keep the dance floor full all night.

Are you insured, and is your equipment safety tested?

Yes to both. We carry public liability insurance up to £10 million, and all our equipment is PAT tested and insured — certificates available on request. That’s standard information most venues will ask for, so we’re always ready to provide it.