>I'm in the midst of researching for a University project anlyzing the current state of musicians touring between >the USA and the UK... does anyone have any ideas of where to search or who to ask? I need information on visas, >and how the musicians/DJs get paid, taxes, etc.
Most don't bother I don't think. However, you need a willing and busy dj agent I guess to give you a little advice. Probably the rule of thumb is, big dj who makes a living from it probably (?) pays taxes etc, smaller underground dj/producer probably doesn't bother, and just takes the cash in hand. The majority of promoters bringing these type of dj's are enthusiasts and don't pay tax/vat etc. all cash in hand. Larger clubs, say for example Fabric, usually make the dj sign a waiver saying they sort out their own tax/national insurance etc etc etc. They (as promoters) can then claim back tax on the money spent on 'performers'. Basically this covers their backsides. I'd say fire off a few emails to larger clubs. Maybe Fabric and the End? And try a few dj agents.... hopefully you'll get one who isn't an utter a**ehole. good luck! Alex _________________________________________________________________ --------------------- End of message text -------------------- This e-mail is sent by the above named in their individual, non-business capacity and is not on behalf of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP. PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP may monitor outgoing and incoming e-mails and other telecommunications on its e-mail and telecommunications systems. By replying to this e-mail you give your consent to such monitoring.
