Ever wanted to book Tyler The Creator or The Flaming Lips for your party? There’s a list making the rounds online that can give you a rough idea.
Approximate per-show rates range from US$1,000 to over US$100,000 for acts like Coldplay, Carly Rae Jepsen and Against Me!, and even locals like Jet, Tame Impala and Lorde.
You may have actually seen this list floating around on the Internet. An anonymous source at third-party booking agencyDegy Entertainmentleaked it in 2014. As Degy specialises in US college shows, one should question these price-tags, which are usuallydetermined by a number of factors.
Before you scroll down to the full list, it should be said that these prices would have fluctuated a lot since 2014. Many of the acts’ fees for college shows would have increased, some would have decreased and some are no longer even touring. Degy also books conference speakers, who have been slipped into the list too.
Apparently, a set fromBon Jovi will set youback over US$1 million, but Perth band Tame Impala have a much lower going rate of approximately US$10,000. Against Me!, who are currently on tour in Australia with Groovin’ The Moo, can be booked through Degyfor US$50,000+ according to the list. And the beleaguered Ja Rule has a going rate of US$40-50,000+ – which, to be fair, he’d probably take you up on right now.
$100,000+
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$50,000 – $100,000
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$30,000 – $50,000
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$1,000 – $10,000
This article originally appeared on The Industry Observer, which is now part ofThe Music Network.
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10 Most Expensive Bands To Hire
- 1) Rolling Stones–Cost To Hire: $8.1million.
- 2) Rihanna–Cost To Hire: $8million.
- 3) Madonna–Cost To Hire: $5million.
- 4) Elton John–Cost To Hire: $3.4million.
- 5) Taylor Swift–Cost To Hire: $1million.
- 6) No Doubt–Cost To Hire: $750,000.
- 7) Mumford And Sons–Cost To Hire: $750,000.
Performers. The cost of booking acts depends on the festival's level. If you're opting for up-and-coming artists only, booking costs would be much less than if you're booking A-list acts. Expect to shell out at least a couple of hundred/thousand on each act and their riders.
How much does it cost to book Nickelback? ›
An example fee to book Nickelback is in the starting range of $500,000-$749,000.
How much does it cost to get a famous band to play? ›
According to this list, a total of eight Degy acts command more than $1 million per show: Taylor Swift, Madonna, Justin Timberlake, Justin Bieber, James Taylor, Dave Matthews, Bruce Springsteen, and Bon Jovi.
How much to book Rihanna? ›
An example fee to book Rihanna is in the starting range of $1,500,000-$1,999,999. However, any recent popularity change would cause a price fluctuation well beyond this example. Also, their speaking fee might be different than the fee shown for the cost to perform or to just appear.
How much to book Jay Z? ›
The estimated speaking fee range to book Jay-Z for your event is $200,000 and above. Jay-Z generally travels from New York, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
How much is it to book Justin Bieber? ›
Although Justin Bieber's show price is unknown to the general public, it is assumed to be in the $2–$6 million (15–45 crores) range. This would be comparable to what other well-known musicians like Beyoncé and Coldplay charge for their services.
How much does it cost to book Drake? ›
An example fee to book Drake is in the starting range of $2,500,000-$6,000,000. However, any recent popularity change would cause a price fluctuation well beyond this example. Also, their speaking fee might be different than the fee shown for the cost to perform or to just appear.
How much does it cost to book Red Clay Strays? ›
The final Red Clay Strays booking price is contingent on many variables and the booking fee we may show is based on a range derived from our past experience with what will Red Clay Strays charge for an event. An example fee to book Red Clay Strays is in the starting range of $40,000-$74,999.
How much does it cost to book Elton John? ›
The final Elton John booking price is contingent on many variables and the booking fee we may show is based on a range derived from our past experience with what will Elton John charge for an event. An example fee to book Elton John is in the starting range of $2,500,000-$6,000,000.
Luke Combs is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics . The estimated speaking fee range to book Luke Combs for your event is $200,000 and above.
How much does it cost to book Kendrick Lamar for a concert? ›
An example fee to book Kendrick Lamar is in the starting range of $1,500,000-$1,999,999. However, any recent popularity change would cause a price fluctuation well beyond this example.
How much does it cost to hire Metallica? ›
PRICE LIST: Pearl Jam- $1.75 mil to $4.6 mil. Coldplay- $3.5 mil to $6.7 mil. Metallica $ 1.3 mil.
How much does it cost to hire James Taylor? ›
The final James Taylor booking price is contingent on many variables and the booking fee we may show is based on a range derived from our past experience with what will James Taylor charge for an event. An example fee to book James Taylor is in the starting range of $750,000-$999,998.
How much does it cost to book Bob Dylan? ›
An example fee to book Bob Dylan is in the starting range of $2,500,000-$6,000,000. However, any recent popularity change would cause a price fluctuation well beyond this example. Also, their speaking fee might be different than the fee shown for the cost to perform or to just appear.
Whose art is the most expensive? ›
Salvator Mundi by Leonardo da Vinci
Salvator Mundi, translated to “Savior of the World,” is not only the world's most expensive painting—it's possibly the most controversial painting, as well.
How much to book Justin Bieber? ›
An example fee to book Justin Bieber is in the starting range of $2,500,000-$6,000,000. However, any recent popularity change would cause a price fluctuation well beyond this example. Also, their speaking fee might be different than the fee shown for the cost to perform or to just appear.
What is the most expensive artist sold? ›
The most expensive painting ever sold at auction is "Salvator Mundi" (Savior of the World) attributed to Leonardo da Vinci.
