Any chance of a gig in Dubai or Abu Dhabi or anywhere in the UAE?
Its not that hot really between Nov and March.
I can recommend a number of places PLUS the band get a winter break too - the sun always shines, and there are many expats who would welcome some decent musicians.
I used to travel all over Leciestershire to see AL, and this is about 12 years ago. Its been a long time, and I would even host a gig in my villa if I possibly could ....
Cheers!