I would do the same as Sween suggested (above).
Making the announcement during "cocktails" (while B/G are out taking pictures), would ensure they don't hear it.
I would do the same as Sween suggested (above).
Making the announcement during "cocktails" (while B/G are out taking pictures), would ensure they don't hear it.
DJMC is a Northern CA DJ who provides non-cheesy emcees/DJs for Sacramento weddings
Originally Posted by Sween
love it do that!
On the contract, I give them ten "must plays", ten "possible plays" and ten DNP. I also state right above those lines that this is not a guarantee the songs will be played, DJ has customer permission to choose songs, etc.
Obviously, for a wedding, the "ten must play" list doesn't include the special dance songs (first dance, father / daughter, etc).
I don't want them to dictate every song, or follow a "set-in-stone" play list, but I like to have a good idea of the type of music they like, as they know their musical preferences better than I do. I did a wedding this month for a young couple (early 20's), and all they wanted was jazz, smooth jazz, big bands (Glenn Miller, Duke Ellington), and lounge music (Sinatra, Dean Martin, Buble, Sammy Davis, etc).
I absolutely would do this. I'd do it right when I opened up the dance floor (since most people don't pay attention to cocktail/dinner music). I wouldn't do it in a "placing blame" fashion- more like a buildup. "Ladies and gentlemen, it's time to open up the dance floor. (Bride) and (groom) have carefully selected some great music for you to dance to this evening- so come out here and join them..."
That way if it turns out that the music is great, the B&G look like heros. If it's bad, it's not your problem- and you set them up before the music started playing. Remind people of this when they come up to complain, and give the B&G a chance to back out gracefully if things are really going downhill.
Pelli
I SO wanted to do that during the set!! - Its really frustrating you know, having to sit back knowing you could "blow this party up" and have everyone up dancing. I feel like saying "I could turn this into a night you and your guests will remember!"
Fantastic stuff!! Well worded.
^^^^This. We discuss this upfront and I also say that it allows for requests from guests. If a guest requests a song more times than not its something the crowd is feeling
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Most the time I've received 'pre-playlists' they have bombed. I discourage it as much as possible but sometimes people just go nuts with the control.
One night was a tragedy - guests were hating the music and even saying "what's up with the DJ??" to the bar staff (fortunately I've worked at that venue many times and they were able to tell me & laugh it off when I explained the situation). The whole time the bride was oblivious to what was going on - proudly proclaiming it was the "best music evaaaa" and she was totally stoked.
You really need to be aware of what this can do to your reputation (especially if it's one of your first gigs at a new venue). Turning them down may actually benefit you in the long run.
My philosophy is to please the paying customer.
Hopefully their family & friends will be on the same page, but if not -- I'm still beholden to the lady in the white dress.
More difficult -- IMO -- is when you Serve Two Masters. (this occurs when B/G are not paying for our services, usually a bitchy Mother Of Bride with the checkbook, and her agenda is not the same as her spoiled Bridezilla daughter!)
DJMC is a Northern CA DJ who provides non-cheesy emcees/DJs for Sacramento weddings
I did that once. Not an announcement but every time i was asked to play something I redirected them to the B&G. Lets just say total fail of a reception. I will never be in a situation like this again.
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