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This is a positive blogpost on Wedding Songs List from Totally Love It, a fun and interesting website. I continue to add posts with potential wedding songs for you to choose for your wedding. I think having many options is great from Brides and Grooms. It is also helpful for couples with upcoming weddings to have plenty of Wedding Songs Lists to view to shake loose some of your owns ideas more personal to you and your experiences together as a Bride and Groom. I have used many of these songs and find several very good for the right couple at their wedding.

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Planning a wedding is not easy!!!!! So many details and so many options and little time to make decisions, I’m going Crazy here. Choosing songs for your wedding DJ to play is can be hard too, you want to please the guests but you can’t forget about you two. You need to pick YOUR wedding song, Father and Bride dance song, the entrance song and it goes and goes. Not forgetting that each bride is different, I wanted to share this wedding songs list according to your style and share my very own favorites.

Wedding Songs List

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♥ Indie Wedding Songs ♥

Home – Edward Sharpe and The Magnetic Zeros {Entrance Song}

First Day of my Life – Bright Eyes

We Are Going to be Friends – The White Stripes

Settle Down -Kimbra

Daughters – John Mayer {Perfect for Father Daughter Dance Song}

Morning Theft – Jeff Buckley

Us – Regina Spektor

You And I – Wilco

I Was Made for You- She & Him

1,2,3,4 – Plain White T’s

Love and Some Other Verses- Iron and Wine

Love Today – Mika {Processional Wedding Party Entrance}

1234 – Feist

Such Great Heights- Perform by Iron and Wine {First Dance Song}

Reunion- M83 {Last Song}

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❥ Top 40 Wedding Songs ♛

A Thousand Years- Christina Perri {Walking Down The Aisle}

Make You Feel My Love- Adele

This I Promise You- N’SYNC {First Dance}

Love Song- 311

Good Life – OneRepublic

You and Me – Dave Matthews

Lovestoned – Justin Timberlake

Ho Hey- The Luminers

Chapel of Love – The Dixie Cups

Rhythm of Love- Plain White T’s

Marry You- Bruno Mars

Love You Madly- Cake

This Years Love- David Gray

Underneath it All- No Doubt

Lucky- Jason Mraz & Colbie Calliat

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♡ Country Wedding Songs ♞

God Gave Me You- Blake Shelton

When You Got a Good Thing- by Lady Antebellum {First Dance}

Little Moments- Brad Paisley

You are Everything- Keith Urban

Love Your Love The Most- Eric Church

From This Moment On- Shania Twain {First Dance}

Wanted- Hunter Hayes

Inside Your Heaven- Carrie Underwood

Stuck Like Glue- Sugarland {Entrance Song}

Whatever It Is- Zac Brown Band

There You Are-Martina McBride

If I Die Young- The Band Perry

Pontoon- Little Big Town

You Are the Nearest Thing to Heaven- Johnny Cash

via Wedding Songs List | Totally Love It.

What do you think of this Wedding Songs List? Is there another Wedding Songs List you find more helpful?

The one thought I have about this Wedding Songs List, like many of its kind that can be found online, there are few songs for a Multicultural Wedding for Multicultural Wedding DJs to use. It is not as easy for Multicultural Brides and Grooms often have trouble finding Wedding Songs Lists offering ideas for them. As a Multicultural Wedding DJ, I have many great ideas for a Multicultural Wedding Songs List for you to use if you are looking for recommendations.

Here are other posts that may be helpful to you Top 50 DJ Wedding Last Dance Songs, How To Hire The Best Wedding DJ,  Popular Garter Toss Songs, Wedding DJ Father-Daughter Dance Songs, Wedding DJ Mother Son Dance Songs, Top 50 Wedding Cake Cutting Songs, Popular Bridal Party Introduction Songs for Wedding DJs and Popular Bouquet Toss Songs.

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The Top 10 Wedding Music Mishaps – Wedding Music Mistakes – Wedding Music Ideas

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This article on The Top 10 Wedding Music Mishaps and Wedding Music Mistakes is from a post on The Knot. I like the fact that it is not taken from just one Wedding DJ or Wedding Band, because he or she may state what reflects their particular strengths and hides their weaknesses. This kind of a cross-section of Wedding DJs and Bands creates a more honest and balanced approach and source of information for you.

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Wedding Music: The Top 10 Wedding Music Mishaps

We got wedding bands and DJs across the country to let us in on the biggest mistakes couples make at their weddings. Here’s what they said.

The Top 10 Wedding Music Mishaps

Mistake 1: Forgetting to check sound ordinance laws.

“Brides need to check for sound ordinances in the town that their reception will be held or restrictions on noise levels at their venues. Some venues have a restricted sound level and end-time policies. You don’t want your reception to end early unexpectedly.”

-Johnna Dionne, Wavelength Band

Mistake 2: Not meeting the Wedding DJ until the day of their wedding.

“A face-to-face meeting is the best way to determine if the Wedding DJ is qualified and will give you what YOU want. Also, you can determine if you have a personality match with the Wedding DJ and if he or she is someone who will deliver a fun day.”

-Brian S. Graham, ADJA Knoxville Chapter

Mistake 3: Having too small of a dance floor.

“If there is nowhere to maneuver, then congestion on the dance floor can be a nightmare because people get bumped into, glasses break, and drinks can be spilled. Having more room will encourage your guests to get on the dance floor.”

-Jeremy Gerba, Lethal DJ Services

Mistake 4: Playing only one type of music.

“Too much of a good thing is a bad thing in Wedding music. Weddings will always have a wide range of age groups, so you need to switch things up to keep the Wedding music fresh!”

-DJ Pat, Sound Prodigy

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Mistake 5: Forgetting to make a do-not-play list.

“The last thing a bride wants to hear at her reception is a band she hates or maybe a song that reminds her of her husband’s ex! Recently I had a bride who vetoed any Michael Jackson for that specific reason, so throughout the reception, when I got a request for Michael, I had to pretend that I forgot to bring any. The Wedding DJ always has to remember that it’s the bride and groom’s wedding — not theirs — and our job is to make it the celebration that they really want!”

-Richard Blade, RichardBlade.com

Mistake 6: Requesting too many songs.

“Keep in mind that a Wedding DJ plays approximately 12 to 15 songs per hour, so for the average four-hour reception, that’s only around 60 songs. A good rule of thumb is to keep your request list to about 25 songs or so. That way you get to hear all of your songs, plus you give your Wedding DJ freedom to take requests from your guests.”

– Russ Knight, Knight Flight Professional DJs

Mistake 7: Choosing long special dance songs.

“It can get boring for your guests. Of course this is your day, and these dances are special, however, when choosing those special songs, consider shortening the mother-son songs and father-daughter songs. These dances are great, and you should spend this special moment with your parent(s), but once the congratulations, I’ll miss you, and thank-yous are done, end the dance.”

-Jeremy Jones, Entertainment Solutions

Mistake 8: Not paying attention to the flow of the events.

“To create energy for an active dance floor, make sure the wedding flow of events moves along nicely,” says Tim Benter, DJs To Go Inc.. “If you have a 90-minute cocktail hour and two hours of dinner your guests will be looking for a nap, not a dance floor. Keep your cocktail hour to “an hour” and then move into a well served dinner service process.”

Another flow-of-events mistake has to do with the way you configure the room — “A very common mistake is having the bar in a different room than where the dancing is supposed to happen,” says DJ Nahchey, Dash Entertainment. “When couples do this, it splits the event into drinkers and dancers, and the party doesn’t really come together.”

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Mistake 9: Picking too many obscure songs.

“As music professionals, we certainly appreciate all kinds of music, however, the guests may not. They go to a wedding expecting to hear music they know and can dance to,” says Gina Diegnan of In the Mix DJ Service. Daniel Blevins of CSC Special Events & Creative Services agrees with this tip: “A simple rule for music selection is 90% of the Wedding music played should be known by 90% of the guests.”

Mistake 10: Not verifying your DJ.

“Make sure the Wedding DJ you are talking with will be the actual Wedding DJ performing at your reception. Many Wedding DJ companies book multiple events on the same night and may subcontract to other companies using DJs with varying levels of skill. Be careful of ‘bait and switch tactics’ by making sure you evaluate the individual DJ and not just the DJ Company.”

-Troy Michael, Troy Michael DJ

— Justine Lorelle Blanchard

via The Top 10 Wedding Music Mishaps – Wedding Music Mistakes – Wedding Music Ideas.

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Many great suggestions. I believe two essential Wedding Music Mistakes are omitted from the list.

1. Not hiring a Wedding DJ that offers a guarantee.

2. Hiring a Wedding DJ that is not a Multicultural Wedding DJ, if you want your Wedding Music to reflect and honor all of your family and guests.

Which Wedding Music Mishap or Wedding mMusic Mistake do you think is most important? Have you experienced any of these at your Wedding?

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Celebrity “I dos”: 15 Favorite First Dance Songs

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I think this is a fun perspective to look at Wedding First Dance Songs through the lens of celebrity couples. I did not write this article but added the MP3s for you to listen and see if any would make a great Wedding First Dance Song for you. If you would like more recommendations, I invite you to write me and I will share with you my list of Wedding First Dance Songs.

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Music has the intrinsic ability to make special moments magical, so it’s no surprise so much time is spent choosing the perfect wedding songs. We did a little snooping to uncover the first dance songs 15 of our favorite celebrity couples said “I do” to.

Celebrity Couple Wedding First Dance Songs

Mike Fisher & Carrie Underwood

Country sweetheart Carrie Underwood sealed her marriage to hockey player husband Mike Fisher by dancing the night away to Brandon Heath’s “Love Never Fails.”

      Brandon Heath - Love Never Fails

 

Cacee Cobb & Donald Faison

Scrubs star Donald Faison’s first dance with wife Cacee Cobb was to “They Bring Me to You” by Joshua Radin, who happened to be a groomsmen.

      Joshua Radin - They Bring Me To You

 

Jay-Z & Beyoncé

How cute is it that Beyoncé & Jay-Z, or “B” and “J” as they adorably refer to each other, took their first spin to “Crazy in Love,” the first song they collaborated on?

      Beyonce and Jay-Z - Crazy In Love

 

Vanessa Minnillo & Nick Lachey

No 98 Degrees tunes here! Nick Lachey and Vanessa Minnillo’s pick wasn’t a boy-band tune but rather a big-band classic: “A Kiss to Build a Dream On” as performed by Steve Tyrell.

       Steve Tyrell - A Kiss to Build a Dream On

 

Jim Toth & Reese Witherspoon

As proof that you can find love again, Reese Witherspoon and Jim Toth are sincerely sweet — just like their first-dance song of “Make You Feel My Love” by Bob Dylan.

      Bob Dylan - Make You Feel My Love

 

Will Kopelman & Drew Barrymore

Drew Barrymore finally settled down for good when she met Will Kopelman, whom she danced with to Band of Horses’ “No One’s Gonna Love You.”

      Band of Horses - No One's Gonna Love You

 

Christina Hendricks & Geoffrey Arend

Mad Men’s buxom beauty Christina Hendricks and fellow actor Geoffrey Arend shared their first dance as a married duo to “Origin of Love” from— how fitting! — a movie, Hedwig and the Angry Inch.

      Stephen Trask - The Origin of Love

 

Josh Duhamel & Fergie

Like the rock stars they are, Fergie and her hunky hubby, Josh Duhamel, danced their way into wedded bliss to The Rolling Stones’ “Sweethearts Together” at their 2009 nuptials.

      Rolling Stones - Sweethearts Together

 

Freddie Prinze Jr & Sarah Michelle Gellar

Perpetually precious couple Sarah Michelle Gellar and Freddie Prinze Jr. chose the jazz ballad “Someone to Watch Over Me” to deliver them from dating to ’til-death-do-us-part.

      Willie Nelson - Someone To Watch Over Me

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Khloé Kardashian & Lamar Odom

They may have rushed to the altar, but we imagine Khloé Kardashian and Lamar Odom put plenty of thought into their first dance to Anita Baker’s “Angel.”

      Anita Baker - Angel

 

David & Victoria Beckham

Before Posh Spice became a Beckham, she waltzed around with her then brand-new husband to The Starlight Orchestra’s rendition of “It Had to Be You.”

      Harry Connick Jr. - It Had To Be You

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Joel Madden & Nicole Richie

Despite detractors’ doubts, Joel Madden and Nicole Richie are happier than ever — making Louis Armstrong’s “What a Wonderful World” quite apropos.

      Louis Armstrong - What a Wonderful World

 

Ellen DeGeneres & Portia de Rossi

It’s no secret how much funny lady Ellen DeGeneres loves music — or how much she loves her wife, Portia de Rossi, whom she danced with to Stevie Wonder’s “Ribbon in the Sky.”

      Stevie Wonder - Ribbon In The Sky

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Nicole Kidman & Keith Urban

Country music king and current American Idol judge Keith Urban has written romantic songs about his love for Nicole Kidman, but the couple opted for Etta James’ timeless “At Last” at their wedding.

      Etta James - At Last

 

Channing Tatum & Jenna Dewan

Magic Mike star Channing Tatum shelved his stripper moves for his “I dos” with Jenna Dewan —  they danced to the ukulele-laden “Somewhere Over the Rainbow” by Israel Kamakawiwo’ole.

      Israel Kamakawiwo'ole - Somewhere Over The Rainbow

via Celebrity “I dos”: 15 Favorite first dance songs. Apr 01, 2013 7:00 AM by Julie Sprankles

Here are other posts that may be helpful to you Top 50 DJ Wedding Last Dance Songs, How To Hire The Best Wedding DJ,  Popular Garter Toss Songs, Wedding DJ Father-Daughter Dance Songs, Wedding DJ Mother Son Dance Songs, Top 50 Wedding Cake Cutting Songs, Popular Bridal Party Introduction Songs for Wedding DJs and Popular Bouquet Toss Songs.

 

I hope you enjoyed this article on Wedding First Dance Songs. Which is your favorite?

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7 Wedding Traditions that Need to Die | Love + Sex – Rhode Island Wedding DJ

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7 Wedding Traditions that Need to Die

For the record, I do not necessarily agree with the author of this article but thought it was interesting and makes for fun conversation. Some Wedding Traditions do seem a bit outdated for many young couples but, have value for others. One of the benefits of being a Wedding DJ these days is that Brides and Grooms can create whatever they want for your Wedding together with your Wedding DJ. You can include, recreate or leave out whatever Wedding Traditions you want.

By Cosmopolitan.com | Love + Sex – Thu, May 9, 2013 5:24 PM EDT

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7 Wedding Traditions that Need to Die

A recent poll showed that more women are changing their last names after getting hitched, and I plan on following the crowd after I get married next summer. But there are a ton of other outdated traditions that my man and I need to figure out about before the day comes. IMHO, these are totally old-fashioned…

By Natasha Burton

1. The bouquet toss

I used to think the bouquet was the most exciting part of a wedding. When I was 12. As I got older, and the crowd of women around me hungering for the bride’s flowers thinned out to a handful of tweens and me, I realized how awful this tradition really is. Plus, I’m selfish and want to keep my bouquet to myself, m’kay?

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2. The garter retrieval

There’s nothing less sexy than your guy burrowing his head under your wedding dress while your dad-and his-watch. Not to mention your mother, your mother-in-law, your friends…need I go on? My groom can put his head between my legs all he wants on our honeymoon, but not in front of our nearest and dearest.

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3. Bridesmaids

Why, in 2013, are we still down with the idea of forcing our friends to buy ugly coordinated dresses and stand up in uncomfortable high heels next to us while we get married? There is literally no reason to do this, now or ever. Sure, I suppose some people like the cuteness of taking pictures with their friends in matching outfits, but I did enough of that at the mall’s glamour shot booth in middle school. Not trying to hate on gals who dream of a big bridal party, but I honestly don’t see the point.

4. The white dress

Full disclosure: I bought a white dress for my wedding. But I can’t say I wasn’t tempted by the blush, pink, and red frothy creations that have been floating down runways and taking up valuable real estate in bridal salons. While I chose to wear white-mainly because it fits my personal vision of how I’d like to look as a bride-I don’t like the kinda sexist, virgin-y undertones of the tradition.

5. The father give-away

This is another thing I’m probably going to do, even though I’m not totally down with the origin of the tradition-as in, the suggestion that a woman is an object given to her husband from her dear old dad. Still, I don’t want to walk down the aisle alone (I’ll trip and fall on my face, knowing my lack of composure in these types of high-pressure situations), my mom has politely declined the job for fear of the same aforementioned clumsiness, and I have two amazing fathers-my dad-dad and my step-dad-who would happily escort me. And, more importantly, keep me upright.

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6. The not-seeing-each-other-beforehand thing

Honestly, I love this tradition of not seeing my groom until I’m walking down the aisle. It’s kinda romantic, right? But I don’t like the idea of following a superstition that, if we happen to catch a glance of each other, bad luck will befall our marriage. Plus, I’m going to be nervous as sh*t pre-ceremony and I want to be able to hug my fiancé and hear him tell me how pretty I look before we swap vows.

7. The cake smashing

It’s become custom for couples to get into a mini food fight after cutting their ungodly expensive wedding cake. I get it. It’s funny to see people in fancy clothing with food on their faces. Maybe I’m a bit uptight, but I’d prefer not to have chocolate ganache smeared up my nose (or on my dress) on my wedding day. Considering that most couples don’t get a chance to eat at their receptions, I’d much rather put that cake where it belongs-in my belly. And then get myself back out on that dance floor.

via 7 Wedding Traditions that Need to Die | Love + Sex – Yahoo! Shine.

What do you think about this article? Which Wedding Traditions do you agree or disagree with the author that should be removed from Modern Weddings?

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The Things We Would Blog: Wedding DJ Wednesday: What’s Your Song?

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This is a great, fun blog post about Wedding DJ First Dance Songs. It is helpful when an article like this is written by professional Photographers, not a Wedding DJ. It offers another perspective and more credibility, since they are not trying to promote their Wedding DJ, they are not Wedding DJs. Let me know what you think about Jenny and Teresa’s advice and JKOE Photography portfolio. I like their work and attitude and want to promote them, even though I have never met or worked a Wedding with them. You  can feel how much fun and professional they are, it is evident in what and how they go about their business.

Note: The images on this page are not from JKOE Photography, they are from DJ Mystical Michael. They do much better work and do not want to give the impression that they are amateurs like me:)

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Wedding Wednesday: What’s Your Song?

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Wedding DJ First Dance Songs

Some couples have a song long before they get married, the first song they danced to years ago or something from a special moment in their relationship. Others pick something for their first dance and it becomes their special song.

Jason and I danced to “Blue Eyes” by The Cary Brothers and although it was a song we both loved, it didn’t’ really have any major significance before our wedding. Teresa and Patrick chose Iron and Wine’s “Love and Some Verses”.

“At Last” by Etta James is probably the first dance song I hear the most, a great choice for sure, beautiful and classic. Ray Lamontagne “You Are the Best Thing” is also super popular and for good reason, the title says it all!

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Wedding DJ First Dance Song Recommendations

If you’re still in the market for a song, here are some of my favorites that you might not have considered:

Bright Eyes “First Day of My Life”

Eva Cassidy “Songbird”

The Beatles “In My Life”

Dave Barnes “On a Night Like This”

The Civil Wars “Dance Me to the End of Love”

Van Morrison “Crazy Love”

Ingrid Michaelson “You and I”

Frank Sinatra “The Way You Look Tonight”

Peter Gabriel “In Your Eyes”

Iron and Wine “Such Great Heights”

Ben Harper “Forever”

Billie Holiday “The Thought of You”

Ben Folds “The Luckiest”

The Moldy Peaches “Anyone Else But You”

The Lumineers “Ho Hey”

The Arctic Monkeys “Baby I’m Yours”

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A couple of first dance tips…

If your song is super long, let the DJ know to fade it out at a certain point or have the band only do the first couple of verses. 6 minutes of having people watch you dance will seem like forever.

Even if you aren’t planning a whole choreographed routine, taking dancing lessons can be a fun thing for couples to do together and a way to make you just a tad more graceful.

Whether you take lessons or not, you should definitely do a little practice. Try out dancing to your song at least once. Make sure you’re both on the same page with how you’re planning on dancing.

While you’re at a dress fitting, take a spin around the dress shop too. Make sure you’re comfortable moving around in your dress, that you’re not tripping over the hem and everything is staying in place!

If you have a special song that isn’t ideal for slow dancing to, why not incorporate it in somewhere else? One of my favorite weddings last summer had a live band that did an amazing rendition of Edward and the Magnetic Zero’s “Home” as part of the processional. Another couple walked back down the aisle to The Star Wars Theme, which was super cute because only some people caught the reference, the rest just thought it was a classy instrumental piece!

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What’s your song? I’d love to hear!

via The Things We Would Blog: Wedding Wednesday: What’s Your Song?

What songs do you like and think will make great Wedding DJ First Dance Songs?

I have used Edward Sharpe and The Magnetic Zeros “Home” and it always works out fabulously!

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These Wedding Statistics may shock you but they are true & from well known reliable sources about Perfect Weddings Budget!  Read them all here and learn from other Brides & Grooms mistakes!  It will make you rethink Wedding Reception Priorities!

Shocking Wedding Statistics: Perfect Weddings Budget!

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72% of all brides say they would have spent more time choosing their reception entertainment.

Almost 100% say they would have spent more of their budget on the entertainment.

During wedding planning, Brides say their highest priority is their wedding dress, attire, followed by the reception site and caterer – reception entertainment is among the least of their priorities!

Within one week after their reception, 78% of Brides say they would have made the entertainment their highest priority!

When asked 81% of guests say the thing they remember most about a wedding is the entertainment (Band / DJ).

65% of all couples that chose a band to entertain at their wedding reception, said, if they had it to do over again, they would have chosen a disc jockey!

*These statistics were published in St. Louis Bride & Groom Magazine . Sources include: Simmons; USA Today, National Bridal Service, The Knot, Brides Magazine.

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Wedding Disc Jockey rates are vary based on talent, experience, emcee ability, service, coordination, equipment needed, music knowledge, mixing ability & personality. Not all Wedding DJ’s are Created Equally, as many of you know – we have all seen the “Bad” Cheesy Wedding DJ!

Rates for the DJ industry vary greatly, ranging from $350.00 to $3,500.00 with an US average of $1,200.00 for a 4-5 hour reception.

The best price is not always the best deal, especially if you are planning a wedding. As the surveys above conclude that 100% of brides would have spent more money on their entertainment & made it their #1 priority in hindsight!

A Professional Wedding Entertainment company will normally invest 12 to 30 hours to your special event but it may appear that you are only paying for “4 hours”.

Consultations, music purchasing & editing, preparation, set-up & tear-down, education, phone calls, travel & other business related endeavors add up to the overall success of your special once in a lifetime day.

Modern Bride Magazine: Entertainment is 5% of your Wedding Budget, but TWICE as many guests will remember your entertainment, more than anything else!

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The numbers don’t lie, Perfect Weddings Budget…

The cost of entertainment at your reception is only a small portion of your overall budget.  As Modern Bride Magazine states above, only 5% of your overall budget will be spent on entertainment.  However, over 50% of your guests will remember the performance of your disc jockey more than anything else at your reception.  Think back to the last affair you attended, what did you eat? What Color was the Napkin? What was the guest of honor wearing?  The Chart Below shows you what was spent compared to how well it will be remembered….

Percentage of Money Spent      Percentage of What Guests Remember Most

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When you’re spending thousands of dollars on a once-in-a-lifetime event, doesn’t it make sense to reserve the finest entertainment, especially since it is only 5% of your over all budget??

Yes, your Gown & your Food are very important.  Still, the selection of Music &  Entertainment can determine the success of your event!

A qualified Wedding MC can guarantee your guests will stay after dinner to party; the Photographer & Videographer will have something to shoot & your guests will stay long enough to really remember your gown!

via Perfect Weddings: Budget.

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I think they raise some interesting and revealing points. What do you think about this information? Is it correct or skewed? Does it match your experiences at Weddings?

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10 Dirty Secrets of a Wedding DJ with Rhode Island Wedding DJ

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I have been trying to be consistent in offering Brides and Grooms quality information on hiring their Wedding DJ to make more intelligent decisions. This has lead to me to constantly scan the Internet for Wedding DJ Companies around the world to find different opinions on what makes a good Wedding DJ and how to distinguish one from the other. it is not easy and I hope these articles help. This one comes from a Wedding DJ and Event Company in the Buffalo area of Upstate New York named Phenomenon Events and Productions. I do not support the ideas of this particular article completely but still think it is worth reading and discussing.

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10 Dirty Secrets You Should Know About The Wedding DJ Before You Hire Them!

1. Beware of the DJ Company who tries to beat everyone’s price or offers you a dirt cheap price.  Why?  In the industry he is referred to as a bottom feeder.  He can not book weddings based on his performance so therefore he has to offer you the cheapest price in order to lure you in.  Usually, you will get sub-standard services.  Remember the old cliché; you get what you pay for.  Why trust your wedding or event to someone who is a bottom feeder?

Price is an important component in making quality decisions for hiring  your Wedding DJ, but not the only important factor.

2. Watch out for hidden fees. Ask about fees for lighting, wireless microphones, extra music, planning sessions etc.  You may be lured in by a low price and then of course you want all those extras.  Next thing you know, you are paying a lot more than you initially thought. Even more importantly, a lot of companies charge travel fees or even charge you for the time period where the DJ is setting up. Be sure that everything is clear before you sign anything.

Hidden fees can really add-up. Ask your Wedding DJ specifically about each item you want for your Wedding.

3. Beware of hiring a friend of the family or a DJ who does not give you a contract.  Quite often they do not reserve your date or something else comes up and you are left searching for a DJ or Sound System a week before your wedding. Not to mention, you probably won’t get the professionalism and experience your night deserves. As you may trust your friend/family, you do not want to take any chances on your special day.

An excellent professional Wedding DJ makes all the difference at your Wedding, please take your time and choose carefully. You do not get a redo…

4. Does your Wedding DJ just talk about his equipment?  What is this equipment going to do for you in terms of making your reception or event, a dream come true?  Most people will not notice the clarity of the speakers so if he tells you that his equipment is better because he has “X speakers”, more than likely you would not notice the difference from another type of professional speakers.  The main thing is that most professional Wedding DJ equipment is great and it really depends on the Wedding DJ to get your event going.

Good quality equipment is essential, high quality Wedding DJ skills and experience are far more critical to creating a spectacular Wedding for you.

5. Avoid the Wedding DJ that talks about himself too much and has poor hygiene.  Why? If he talks about himself too much then he will try to be the main focus at your reception.  The main focus at a reception should be the Bride and Groom or Guest(s) of Honor. Most unprofessional DJ’s do not even own suits.  Can you imagine a gorgeous reception that you have invested thousands of dollars and it is ruined by an unprofessional, poorly dressed MC and DJ.  If he does not care about his appearance then more than likely, he will not care about the quality of your reception or can come unprepared. Sloppy!

You are the main attraction and all the spotlight should shine on you. With that said, who wants a Wedding DJ that looks awful in all your Wedding Photos?

6. Can you imagine a Master of Ceremonies that does not have a good command of the English Language?  You have sophisticated guests and your Wedding DJ is using slang or continues to be embarrassing or inappropriate on the microphone. Not only will that affect you, but the Wedding DJ and entertainment is what sets the mood of the night. Do you want your wedding to be remembered as the one with the embarrassing DJ? You have the right to be picky about whom you choose as your Wedding DJ.

A good professional, experienced Wedding MC adds life, energy and elegance, not to mention fun to your Wedding. Listen to how he or she speaks from the minute you first speak with them. Do they meet your standards for an enjoyable and exciting voice?

7. DJs who say they use iPods or iTunes to DJ your wedding reception may not be the smartest choice. As nice as an iPod may be, it’s not meant for professional use. Did you know consumer reports, reported that 3 out of every 4 iPods will randomly lock up or freeze! This would be horrible especially during the first dance!

There is no place for an iPod at Wedding, except as an emergency back-up. Hire a Wedding DJ that has top level DJ software, CDs or vinyl for a smooth, quality sound.

8. What about the Disc Jockey that stands behind the DJ booth and acts bored. He does nothing to get the guests motivated.  He could be playing the best music but unless he reflects motivation and action, it will affect your guests. You want to choose a Wedding DJ with personality and energy, that will make all the guests enjoy and remember your wedding.

A fun, excited Wedding DJ shares that excitement and energy throughout your Wedding. If they are not interested, why would your friends and family be?

9. Most Bottom Feeders are not licensed nor are they insured.  Most banquet facilities require the DJ Company to have liability insurance.  You may hire him and then find out weeks before your reception that he does not have liability insurance and then you are not allowed to use him.  This leaves you searching for a Wedding DJ within days of your reception.

You never know what can happen at any event. Please hire a Wedding DJ with insurance.

10. Here is the most important item:  Does your facility require you to use the house DJ.  With a House DJ most often you do not know who you will be doing your wedding or will he play what you like. You may not know what DJ you will get from that company until a few days before your wedding. It would be in your best interest if the banquet hall would let YOU decide who will be in charge of creating your Dream Day!  You should be able to make your own choices and choose quality entertainment.  Some companies install speakers in a banquet facility so the hall will only refer one sound company. Ask to see those DJs in person and hear the quality of that sound system before you book!

I invite you to be smart and not let someone else choose your Wedding DJ for you. Your Wedding is too important.  

via 10 Dirty Secrets of a Wedding DJ – Phenomenon Events & Productions.

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