Terms and Conditions

1. The Purchaser hereby engages the DJ to provide a DJ service. The service to be performed at Event Location agreed before the event date, if in the occurrence of an event location change Chaos Entertainment will have to informed at least three days before the event.

2. Chaos Entertainment hereby agrees to provide a DJ Service for the Purchaser at the above-mentioned location.

3. The said DJ Service shall consist primarily of providing musical entertainment by means of a recorded music format.

4. Chaos Entertainment hereby agrees to render his professional services and is at all times to have complete control of his program.

5. The Parties hereby agree that the DJ service shall be provided and accepted on the following date(s) and time(s) of the engagement that will be agreed on before the event date.

6. The Purchaser in consideration of the DJ service to be rendered by the DJ, and the mutual promises contained herein, hereby agrees to pay to the DJ the following consideration:

A non-refundable reservation fee for the event is required to secure the services of Chaos Entertainment for the engagement. This amount shall be applied toward the Performance Fee. The Performance Fee is agreed before the event. Services requested that exceed the time frame will be charged at the rate of £5.00 per hour, payable the day of the engagement. It may not always be possible to provide additional performance time. However, when feasible, requests for extended playing time will be accommodated.

The agreement of the DJ to perform is subject to proven detention by accidents, riots, strikes, epidemics, acts of God, or any other legitimate conditions beyond their control. If such circumstances arise, all reasonable efforts will be made by Chaos Entertainment to find replacement entertainment at the agreed upon fees. Should Chaos Entertainment be unable to procure a replacement, Purchaser shall receive a full refund. Purchaser agrees that in all circumstances, Chaos Entertainment’s liability shall be exclusively limited to an amount equal to the performance fee and that Chaos Entertainment shall not be liable for indirect or consequential damages arising from any breach of contract. All deposits are non-refundable if cancelled within 30 days of the engagement unless the DJ cancels the engagement. No performance on the engagement shall be recorded, reproduced, or transmitted from the place of performance, in any manner, or any means whatsoever, in the absence of a specific written agreement with Chaos Entertainment relating to and permitting such recording, reproduction, or transmission. Pictures and videotape of the event are permitted for the private use of the contracting party only.

The purchaser and DJ agree that this contract is not subject to cancellation unless both parties have agreed to such cancellation in writing. In the event the Purchaser breaches the contract, he or she shall pay the DJ the amount set forth above as "Wage agreed upon" as liquidated damages, 6% interest thereon, plus a reasonable solicitor’s fee. It is hereby further agreed; that the Purchaser shall be held liable for any injury or damages to the DJ, or property of the DJ, while on the premises of said engagement, if damage is caused by Purchaser or guest, members of his organization, engagement invitees, employees, or any other party in attendance, whether invited or not. It is understood that if this is a "Rain or Shine" event, Chaos Entertainment compensation is in no way affected by inclement weather. For outdoor performances, Purchaser shall provide overhead shelter for setup area. The DJ reserves the right, in good faith, to stop or cancel the performance should the weather pose a potential danger to him/her, the equipment, or audience.

Every effort will be made to continue the performance. However, safety is paramount in all decisions. The DJ's compensation will not be affected by such cancellation. In the event of circumstances deemed to present a threat or implied threat of injury or harm to Chaos Entertainment's staff or any equipment in Chaos Entertainment's possession, Chaos Entertainment reserves the right to cease performance. If the Purchaser is able to resolve the threatening situation in a reasonable amount of time (maximum of 15 minutes), Chaos Entertainment shall resume performance, in accordance with the original terms of this agreement.

Purchaser shall be responsible for payment in full, regardless of whether the situation is resolved or whether Chaos Entertainment resumes performance. In order to prevent equipment damage or liability arising from accidental injury to any individual attending this performance, Chaos Entertainment reserves the right to deny any guest access to the sound system, music recordings, or other equipment.

Purchaser shall provide Chaos Entertainment with safe and appropriate working conditions. This includes a 6-foot by 6-foot area for setup, space for setting up speakers and lighting stands. Chaos Entertainment requires a minimum of one 15-20-amp circuit outlet from a reliable power source within 50 feet (along the wall/floor) of the set-up area. This circuit must be free of all other connected loads. Any delay in the performance or damage to DJ's equipment due to improper power is the responsibility of the purchaser. Two circuits are preferred, where possible. Additional outlets on SEPARATE circuits for lighting (if contracted for) are required. Purchaser shall provide crowd control if warranted; and furnishing directions to place of engagement. Purchaser is responsible for paying any charges imposed by the venue. These charges may include, but are not limited to, parking and use of electric power.

The Purchaser shall at all times have complete control, direction and supervision of the performance of Chaos Entertainment at this engagement and Purchaser expressly reserves the right to control the manner, means and details of the performance of the services of Chaos Entertainment. A written event/music planner or music request list must be received from the Purchaser and forwarded to Chaos Entertainment at least two weeks prior to the date of the engagement for it to be included in By Request Chaos Entertainment programming guidelines. With or without the aid of an event/music planner or music request list, Chaos Entertainment shall attempt to play Purchaser's and Purchaser's guests' music requests but shall not be held responsible if certain selections are unavailable. Chaos Entertainment will make an extra effort to have music requests available if they are received IN WRITING at least two weeks prior to the engagement.

In the event of non-payment, Chaos Entertainment retains the right to attempt collection through the courts. Purchaser will be held responsible for all court fees, legal fees, and collection costs incurred by Chaos Entertainment. Purchaser shall be charged £15 for each bounced check plus a £7.50 service charge for each collection notice.

This agreement guarantees that Chaos Entertainment will be ready to perform at the start time of the engagement. No guarantee is made as to Chaos Entertainment’s time of arrival; however, Chaos Entertainment requests that they be permitted 40 minutes before the engagement and 40 minutes after the engagement for setup and takedown. Chaos Entertainment also requests ramp or elevator access between the parking/service entrance and the setup area. If the venue requires setup or takedown in less time, or if equipment must be carried up stairs or lifted onto a stage to reach the setup area, additional labour will be charged at the rate of £5.00. If Purchaser or venue requires Chaos Entertainment to complete setup more than one hour before the start time, or to postpone takedown more than hour after the end time indicated, the additional time will be charged at the rate of £10.00 per half-hour.