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Wedding DJ vs. Live Band: Which One Is Right for Your Reception?

One of the most important decisions when planning your wedding reception is choosing between DJ services and a live band. Music sets the mood for the entire event, from your first dance to the final song of the night. Both options offer unique benefits, and the right choice depends on your vision, budget, and preferences.

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A Full List of Wedding Songs Needed for a Wonderful Day

You spend months (maybe years) planning out almost every moment of your wedding day. So why shouldn’t you plan out wedding music? Now, you can with this full list of songs needed for a wonderful wedding day. Before we jump to the full list, it’s important to think about the music you’ll need before you

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DIY Wedding Music vs DJ: 12 Pros and Cons

DIY wedding music or DJ? The choice is different for every couple, but may be easier to make after you’ve weighed the pros and cons. Wedding DJ Pro: Experienced emcee It’s common to focus on the music when deciding between a DJ and DIY wedding music, however one of the biggest pros of a DJ

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Wedding Music Checklist: What do I need?

Once you’ve finalized all the big details, it’s time to move on to planning the fun stuff: wedding music and entertainment. We’ve got a little bit of experience in that area (maybe a bit more…like 6,000+ weddings), so we put together a step-by-step checklist that can help you plan the perfect wedding music and entertainment

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How to Compile the Perfect Wedding ‘Do Not Play’ List

The list of most commonly banned wedding songs just came out, and, not surprisingly, some American favorites (sorry Chicken Dance!) are on the list. There are also a few takeaways that you can use as you craft the perfect wedding Do Not Play list for your DJ. Choose a DJ that asks for your “must

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Wedding Playlist: How many songs do I need for my wedding?

Your wedding playlist should be as uniquely you as the colors you choose and your wedding décor.  You can make that happen (and all the dancing that goes with it) by leaving your wedding playlist in your DJ’s hands.  If you fancy yourself a music aficionado, however, you may want to take more of a

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4 Tips for Hiring the Right Wedding Reception Entertainers

What do you remember from the last wedding you were at? Was it the favors, wine, or the fun time you had?  Chances are it was the latter, and that’s what your guests are going to remember from your wedding reception.  That’s why hiring wedding reception entertainment should be one of your top wedding planning

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