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Should we book a DJ or a live band for our wedding entertainment? It’s the kind of question that keeps future-wedded couples up at night. You love music. Your guests love music. And you definitely want to show your guests a good time. But who will be able to entertain your friends and family better? […]

How to Blend a DJ With Your Live Band

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You are extremely busy. You have a ton of decisions to make and a lot to do – and not just in regards to wedding planning. That’s why I want to make this as easy as possible for you. I want this to be a fun process. And I believe it all starts with clear […]

Why Communication Matters To Me, And Why It Should Matter To You

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From the dress and design, to the decor and dinner – you want your wedding to not only look beautiful and elegant, but to fully entertain and impress your guests! And while there are so many important elements necessary to make that happen, your wedding DJ is perhaps one of the most important. Afterall, your […]

Why Wedding DJs Get a Bad Rap + What We’re Doing to Fix That

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This blog post’s headline might have you scratching your head wondering, what does gratefulness have to do with being a DJ? In my opinion, quite a lot! I’ve always been a connector. Even in high school I enjoyed networking, getting to know people, taking care of people. And before I became a professional DJ, I […]

How Gratefulness Has Made Me an Awesome DJ

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Like many wedding planning decisions, the kind of entertainment you choose will have a lasting effect on you and your guests. Maybe even more of an impact than what food you serve or how your venue is decorated. You want to have the time of your life. You want your guests to dance and sing […]

Wedding DJ vs. Band: How To Choose What’s Best For You

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As someone who provides entertainment for a crowd, there’s no doubt that I love seeing a packed dance floor. Watching people dance, laugh, and have the time of their lives as their favorite songs play, is incredible. So, getting guests out of their chairs and shuffling their feet is definitely something I focus on. But […]

Top 3 Things I Focus On During Your Reception {Hint: It’s Not a Packed Dance Floor}

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Question… When’s the last time you climbed a tree? Do you remember what it was like? Weird, I know, but just stick with me… Imagine that the DJ experience is like a tree. When you imagine talking with a DJ about playing at your wedding or special event, you probably think it’s customary to chat […]

Why I Don’t Want to Talk About Music on Our First Call

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The wedding timeline. It’s one of the most important logistical aspects of your big day for nearly everyone involved – from you to your wedding party to your vendors. It’s the foundation of which the day is built and is a big piece of what keeps things running smoothly and on track. But our industry […]

A Wedding DJ’s Perspective: Timeline Tips

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“This is a team sport. There is no ‘I’ in team.” No, these aren’t the tried-and-true phrases spoken by a FIFA World Cup coach. This is how Bri and Kara of Amore Events Co. see their role as wedding planners. They plan, build, pick up the pieces – and work with people like me to […]

Zandi Planner Spotlight: Amore Events Co

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In a recent blog post, I wrote about the importance of having a consultation and the essential elements that go into one. In today’s post, I’m giving you a peek at the questions we ask clients during consults. The answers help us create a more personalized entertainment experience for each client. Because if you know […]

The Questions I Ask on Every Consult to Create a Customized Experience