technical data sheet and conditions
Why Duo Luc & Krystle Around brings so much equipment and instruments
Many people wonder why Duo Luc & Krystle Around brings so much gear, instruments, and technical equipment to a performance. The answer is simple: we perform real live music, and professional equipment is necessary for that.
Unlike artists who work exclusively with pre-recorded music, we accompany ourselves live on instruments and handle the vocals entirely ourselves. This creates an authentic musical experience with its own sound, character, and personality. Every note is played live and every vocal performance is delivered in the moment, creating a warm and natural atmosphere.
To guarantee this quality, we have various instruments, professional sound equipment, microphones, speakers, and lighting at our disposal. Each component has its specific function and contributes to optimal sound quality and a pleasant experience for the audience.
In addition, we tailor our installation to the size of the venue and the number of attendees. Whether it is an intimate afternoon performance, a dance evening, a banquet hall, or a larger event venue, the audience deserves clear and balanced sound everywhere.
Even when we perform with the Live Music & Discobar Around package, additional equipment is required. In addition to the live instruments and sound system, we also bring professional equipment for the dance music, ensuring a smooth and high-quality transition between the live performance and the dance evening.
Just as a good cook needs high-quality ingredients and professional kitchen utensils to prepare a flavorful dish,
A musician needs reliable instruments and technical equipment to provide the audience with an unforgettable musical experience.
That is why Duo Luc & Krystle Around continuously invests in their equipment: to provide every performance, every party, and every dance night with the best sound, atmosphere, and quality. After all, we believe that the audience deserves nothing less than a polished and professional musical experience.
General terms and conditions for performance – duo “Luc & Krystle Around”
1. Power Supply Party B undertakes to provide a safe and compliant 220V power supply via a socket located no more than 2 meters from the performance location.
2. Stage and performance space: For live performances, Partij B provides a clean, safe, and freely accessible space or stage with minimum dimensions of 5 meters wide and 3 meters deep. For a DJ or disco bar performance, Partij B provides a minimum space of 4 meters wide and 2 meters deep.
2bis. Liability for goods of Party B: Party B is responsible for the removal, safekeeping, and security of all goods, materials, and personal belongings located on or around the stage and the performance location that do not belong to Party A. Party A cannot be held liable for loss, theft, damage, or destruction of these goods, except in the case of intent or gross negligence on the part of Party A.
Party B indemnifies Party A against all third-party claims regarding loss, theft, damage, or destruction of such goods located on or around the performance location.
This provision does not prejudice the mandatory provisions of the applicable Belgian law.
3. Outdoor Performances: For outdoor performances, Party B shall provide sturdy and professional shelter, such as a tent or canopy, to protect the musicians, instruments, sound system, and other materials against rain, wind, sun, moisture, and other weather conditions. If such shelter is lacking or proves to be insufficiently safe, Party A has the right to refuse or terminate the performance in whole or in part without being liable for any compensation to Party B.
4. Safety and Accessibility: The surface of the performance area must be dry, clean, stable, and safely accessible. The passage to the performance area must be free of obstacles such as vases, plants, glassware, porcelain, decorative objects, statues, or other fragile materials. Party A cannot be held liable for accidental damage to Party B caused during the loading, unloading, transport, or setup of materials. If the performance location is difficult, dangerous, or unsafe to access, including but not limited to multiple stairs, height differences involving more than one step or threshold, or other obstacles that impede the safe transport of materials, cobblestones, mud, wet ground, or other obstructive conditions, Party A reserves the right to cancel or terminate the services without being liable for any compensation to Party B. Party A reserves the right to conduct a safety assessment on-site. If the circumstances pose a risk to persons, materials, or installations, Party A may suspend or cancel the services without liability for any consequences. If Party B had prior knowledge of such circumstances and failed to notify Party A in writing beforehand, the full agreed fee, increased by transport costs and applicable VAT, shall remain due in full to Party A.
4bis. When performances are required on an upper or lower floor, a certified lift capable of carrying a minimum of 500 kg must be available. (space for at least 4 people) The organizer must notify Luc and Krystle Around upon request/booking that the performance must take place on an upper or lower floor. Also ensure that there are no parked cars in front of or on the loading and unloading area.
5. Cancellation by Party B: In the event of cancellation by Party B, the following compensation applies:
More than 60 days before the performance: 30% of the agreed fee
· Between 60 and 30 days: 50% of the agreed fee
· Less than 30 days: 70% of the agreed fee
· Less than 7 days: 100% of the agreed fee
this amount increased by the applicable VAT of 21%. If Party A has already traveled to the location, additional transport costs will be charged at €0.50 per kilometer (round trip) from Party A's address. Force majeure is understood to mean: death, accident, serious illness, natural disaster, war, government measures, or other unforeseeable circumstances beyond the control of the parties. A limited turnout of guests or customers is expressly not considered force majeure. Any cancellation must be made in writing and be verifiable via email or letter correspondence. Cancellations via SMS, social media, or chat messages are not valid. If a discount has been applied to an invoice because multiple dates have been booked and Party B subsequently cancels one or more dates in that series, Party B must repay the discount received from the previous booking(s) in that series to Party A. The latter will then be calculated as compensation for damages, and the correct VAT rate will be applied.
6. Replacement Party A: reserves the right, if necessary, to appoint an equivalent replacement or substitute musician/DJ for the performance of the agreement. In that case, Party B cannot claim compensation, provided that the services are performed in a professional manner.
7. If exceptional circumstances make the execution of the live performance impossible, Party A reserves the right to offer an equivalent DJ or music performance in consultation with Party B.
8. Early termination by Party B: If Party B terminates or interrupts the performance early without valid reason, the full agreed fee remains due.
9. If the performance has already commenced and subsequently has to be stopped due to force majeure or safety reasons, the agreed remuneration remains due in full.
10. Setup and Dismantling: Party A has a necessary setup time of a maximum of 2 hours before the start of the performance and a maximum of 1 hour and 15 minutes for the subsequent dismantling, for the live performance. Party A has a necessary setup time of a maximum of 1 hour and 15 minutes before the start of the discobar performance. During the setup, Party B shall provide sufficient lighting both indoors and outdoors during loading. Third parties are not permitted to move, touch, or assist with materials during loading, unloading, setup, or dismantling without the permission of Party A. Damage caused by third parties, guests, employees, or volunteers of Party B shall be entirely at the expense of Party B.
11. Delay at commencement: If the setup or access to the performance space is hindered by circumstances or persons linked to Party B, Party A cannot be held liable for a late start of the performance. In any event, the full agreed fee remains due.
12. Parking Party B: shall provide a secure parking space for a large delivery van free of charge at a maximum distance of 50 meters from the performance venue. Any parking, access, or permit fees shall be borne by Party B, unless otherwise agreed in writing.
13. Payment Terms The payment terms are stated in the quotation, invoice, or accompanying email and form an integral part of the agreement. In the event of non-payment on the due date, default interest shall be due by operation of law and without notice of default, in accordance with the Act on the Fight Against Late Payments in Commercial Transactions, as well as a fixed compensation of 10% of the outstanding invoice amount, with a minimum of
€ 75,-.
In agreements with consumers, the statutory rules regarding payment arrears and collection apply.
14. Identity of the parties: The identification and contact details of Party A and Party B are included in the quotation, invoice, agreement, or accompanying email and form an integral part of these terms and conditions.
15. Competent court and applicable law: All agreements between the parties shall be governed exclusively by Belgian law. In the event of disputes, the courts of the judicial district of Ghent shall have exclusive jurisdiction, unless mandatory statutory provisions prescribe otherwise.
16. Video and audio recordings: Party B and attendees may make video or audio recordings for private use. Commercial use, broadcasting, livestreaming, reproduction, or publication of complete performances requires prior written permission from Party A, subject to statutory exceptions.
17. Privacy: Party A processes personal data exclusively for the execution of the agreement, invoicing and communication regarding the services, in accordance with the applicable Belgian and European laws.
privacy legislation (AVG/GDPR)
18. General provisions:
These general terms and conditions form an integral part of every quotation, agreement, order confirmation, invoice, or booking between Party A and Party B.
By making a booking, confirming the assignment in writing, signing an agreement, or paying an advance, Party B declares to have read these general terms and conditions and to accept them in their entirety.
If one or more provisions of these general terms and conditions are declared wholly or partially void, unenforceable, or invalid, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect. The parties shall replace the provision in question with a legally valid provision that approximates the original purpose as closely as possible.
Deviations from these general terms and conditions are only valid if they have been agreed upon in writing by both parties in advance.