It can be very easy to book for a live band but you would need to know what it takes to have the best from them. You would need to make sure that you have fully organized and prepared everything you would need for the party or event in question. You would need to know what to expect from a good live band in Malaysia.
To avoid having an event that looks unprofessional, it would be wise to agree about the timings and setting up early enough. You would need to allow enough time for the live band singers to set up, to entertain your guests as well as to pack away. As a result, the live band in question would need to arrive, unload and set up ready for performance. The setting up may also demand time for soundcheck and tuning up in readiness for an amazing performance. You may also need to ensure that the live band singers have enough time to get ready and hence have ample time entertaining your guests. Larger bands tend to carry larger PA systems something that may demand an accessible stage by a car.
You may also need to ask about the equipment to be used by the live band singers in question. Most bands tend to come with their amplifiers and PA system. You would need to be sure of what is included in the package as well as the cost of the package in question. You would be amazed to note that some live band singers tend to come with stage lighting in their package. You may also need to know the expectations of live band singers in question especially in a case where you are tasked with sourcing of the PA system. The expected number of guests may be an aspect you may need to consider when determining the size of the PA system. You may also need to have a stable source of electricity.
Performing space is yet another aspect to consider. You may need to at least allow your live band singers adequate space. Where possible, create a hard raised floor. You would also need to have a live band on a raised place to improve the experience of your guests.
In a case where the live band singers will be performing for more than six hours, it would be modest to secure a good changing room for them for both changing and resting purposes. It may also be essential to give the live band singers in question enough food and water to keep their energy levels at their best.