Diamond Platinumz's Performance Requirements and Fees Revealed in Exclusive Letter

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A letter from Diamond Platinumz's management team, released by Ugandan Entertainment Site Bigeye.ug, outlines the costs associated with the artist's performance in Kenya. According to the letter, it would cost Ksh3.8 Million for Diamond Platinumz to perform for 2 and a half hours.

The management team's requirements include local transport, return air transport, and accommodation for a team of 10 people. The accommodation requirements specify 4 double rooms, one single room, and one presidential suite room.

The performance fee is stated to be $40,000 per show, with a potential increase of $5,000 if booking is delayed until after the release of their new track. The technical rider includes specific equipment and backstage requirements, such as two wireless microphones, a glass stage with LED lights, and a well-equipped backstage area with security, a waitress, and a representative from the organizers.

The letter also notes that the performance will be 2 and a half hours long and that no figures are allowed on stage except for two security personnel and the DJ during performance. Additionally, any form of video shooting is unacceptable unless there is a special agreement between WCB and the client.

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