Music sets the tone of any party. So when you're planning one of the biggest events of your life, the music is make or break!
One of the first things you and your hubby-to-be should decide is what type of music people you are. Do you want a DJ, a band, an orchestra, or something in the middle? This helps you hone in on your most suitable music vendors.
Make sure to also factor in which vendors can showcase your desired types of music. For instance, not every band can deliver that "dirty south gangster rap" you may be after!
B and I happen to be a mixture. We liked the idea of a band, but ultimately decided a DJ would be best. B is totally the "rocker" and I'm, well, the "booty popper." HAHA! So we started the hunt....
Here are some of the top tips I discovered when searching for my DJ:
- Meet in person!
- He/She should be well-spoken
- Requests/damage control
- See them in action
- Discuss attire The last thing you need to worry about on your big day is your DJ showing up in a tuxedo t-shirt. Specify exactly what you want her to wear - maybe even put it in the contract.
This is a must for every single vendor I hire. This allows you to assess their people skills and help you determine if you're on the same page.
Keep in mind, this person will most likely introduce you and your bridal party to start the reception as well as make other important announcements. Ask him to give you examples as though it's an audition.
Your baby brother requests an expletive-filled rap song, and Granny is still partying. Ask how they would handle this and similar incidents. (Also provide a strict 'No Play List.')
Ask if you can visit an upcoming gig. I actually went to see my DJ play at a nightclub. It was great because I got to see his work first-hand.
Take heed with this story from Nina's E-Commerce Coordinator Krystina. Everyone knows at least one wedding DJ horror story, but her sister may have the worst.
Red Flag #1: The DJ showed up in jeans and a 1991 bedazzled sweater.
Red Flag #2: She messed up the names and order of three bridesmaids and their escorts - and somehow the maid-of-honor, too!
It only got worse from there as she proceeded to play "The Electric Slide" before dinner was even served. Don't worry, though, she played it again - twice.
All this might have been forgivable, if she hadn't later danced with the bridal party leaving no one behind the booth to change the music.
Don't let this be you!
Here are a few helpful posts from some of our favorite, fellow bloggers:
Always A Blogsmaid - Hey Mr. DJ, What Am I Paying For?
The KnotTop 10 Wedding Music Mishaps
Wishing you all glamorous planning!
xoxo,
-Lindsey (Nina's Bride-to-be)
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