SouleD Out Music

Are you singing the blues about your wedding music, party dj or arguing with the better half over an 80's hair band playing your event? Stop bickering and most importantly, stop stressing! Music is definitely the crowd pleaser along with the provided cocktails, but it does not have to be stressful production at all.

Start by reviewing the guest list. How many guests are in their 20s, 30s, 40s, 50s, 60s and beyond? Write down the number of people you estimate is in every age category. A pattern will likely emerge - a bulge of people in their 30s, for instance, with a mini-bulge of 50-ish folks and a contingent of elderly relatives and family friends pushing 70. You'll want to include music at the reception that will appeal to each group - some '80s rock and roll for the thirtysomethings, '60s-era tunes for their parents and some jazz and show tunes for the older crowd.

While a good band or DJ service knows to cater to different age groups with appropriate music, be sure you discuss the age breakdown at your party with them ahead of time. Unless you speak up, they likely will average two slow songs for every five fast songs. Usually the more slow songs played, the more people will get up and dance.

The '80s dance stuff is back, so people want to hear 'That's The Way I Like It' by K.C. and the Sunshine Band, 'Play That Funky Music' by Wild Cherry, 'Brick House' by the Commodores - and I always do a twist medley," he adds. First dance favorites of the moment are "From This Moment" and "Still The One" by Shania Twain, "Truly Madly Deeply" by Savage Garden and "Love of My Life" by Sammy Kershaw.

Generally speaking, dj's tend to start around $300.00 and can rise up to $1,000, price does not determine their qualifications though, be sure to remember that.  A $200 dj could actually be better than a $1,200.00 wedding dj, or vice versa.  Bands add that extra "concert feel" so decide what kind of timeline you will have, as many bands perform about 90 minutes on up to 2 hours, where a dj will generally stay the whole event.