How can I check your availability?
Please contact us on roadhouse@tesco.net letting us know the venue and date of your event.
How Far Will You Travel?
We are based in Central Scotland and we regularly travel within 100 mile radius of this area. We will travel greater distances and abroad if accommodation and travelling costs are met. Please contact us for details.
Can You Provisionally Reserve A Date For Me?
Yes, but please remember we often have multiple enquiries for the same date especially a Friday or Saturday, so our policy is to always take the first confirmed booking. So to avoid any disappointment please remember to confirm your booking with us ASAP.
How Do I Confirm A Booking?
Bookings are confirmed by a confirmation letter sent from us to the client. In return we require an email stating that all the details are correct. Payment of the full fee is due on the night of your event prior to our first set.
Do You Play Ceilidh Music?
We can play Ceilidh music if requested. Please note that this will be limited to two rounds only.
Will You Play Our First Dance?
You will receive a list of appropriate ‘first dance-type songs’ along with your confirmation paperwork, however we realise you may have a specific song you like. We require at least 10 weeks notice prior to your event if you choose a song not on the list. If, for any reason, we are unable to learn your choice we will let you know and you can provide a pre-recorded version in CD / mp3 format, Please make sure any CDs supplied are free from marks, finger prints etc and do not contain video or other information as our player will only play CDs containing audio only.
How Much Space Does The Band Require?
The performance area (or stage) should be approx. 6m wide x 3m deep. If in doubt, please check with the venue.
Do I Need To Arrange Food For The Band?
Not necessarily, but we would appreciate a meal or access to the evening buffet as when travelling a fair distance our 'working day' can sometimes be 12 hours long from the time we leave home and return.
How long does it take to set your equipment?
Generally it takes around 35-45 minutes for us to unload and set up but this is dependant on how easy the access into the venue is and also how large the venue is, as it affects the amount of equipment and lighting required. Please also allow us 10 minutes to get changed into our stage clothes. Please note we will not be held responsible for starting later than scheduled due to circumstances beyond our control, i.e. if we are scheduled to start at 8.00pm and dont actually start until say 8.30pm due to speeches or the meal taking longer than planned, we are not obliged to play on for 30 minutes after our scheduled finishing time.
Do I Need To Arrange Somewhere For The Band To Get Changed?
Yes, where possible please try and arrange an area or a private room preferably with a mirror and washing facilities. Please note that toilets are not normally suitable changing facilities!
Can You Provide Background Music During Any Breaks?
Yes, we have a wide selection of pre-recorded background music which can be played after we are set up; for example during dinner/buffet.
If Need Be Can Someone Else Use Your Instruments or Equipment?
No, the band does not under any circumstances allow guests, etc to use any instruments or equipment as it is not covered by our insurance. We have in the past accommodated a singer or musician who brought their own along and performed, but this should be arranged well in advance.
If Required Will You Play On Later Than Booked?
Normally we do not play later than the pre-arranged finishing time.
How long do you play for?
Generally we play from 8.00pm until midnight, with an interval of approx. 30 -45 minutes usually for the buffet. We would advise against 8.00 pm starts with1.00am finishes as even the most seasoned party animals start to weary after midnight.