How to get the most out of your wedding DJ

If you have decided a wedding DJ is the best option for your Big Day’s music, you will definitely want to get the most out of his services. But how do you do that? How do you get the most value and the best entertainment from your DJ?

We have gathered some tips to help you with this – so read on if you want to find out more.

• Discuss with him. It doesn’t matter how experienced or talented a wedding DJ may be – he will never be able to read minds. So, if you want certain songs to be played at your wedding (especially during the key moments) or if you want him to avoid certain songs, you should definitely discuss this with him. As long as he knows your wishes, he will definitely respect them.

• Ask if you cannot decide. If you cannot find the right song for your Cutting of the Cake moment (or for any other wedding day highlight), ask your DJ. He has a lot of experience and knows a lot of songs, so he will be able to suggest you some pretty good options.

• Ask about the timing. When you sign a contract with your DJ, ask how many hours of music you will get for your money. If you want to make sure the music will not stop all night long, do make sure to negotiate this with your DJ from the very beginning. Sometimes, it might be more expensive for you to pay overtime, rather than negotiate the hours from the very beginning.

Searching for a really amazing wedding DJ? Contact DJ Brock Weddings and we will make sure your dream wedding has the perfect “soundtrack”. Contact us and let’s talk about your Big Day and how our DJ skills will make it absolutely unforgettable!

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AUTHOR: Bridal Marketing Group

2016 WeddingWire Couples' Choice Award® Winners

Here at DJ Brock Weddings, I do it all out of sheer passion for sharing beautiful songs and making our clients’ weddings unique and truly vibrant. I love what I do – and I believe it transpires in every single action I take as a DJ service provider.

When I first started doing this, I never thought of fame. I wanted to bring good music to people’s weddings and to make them (and their guests) feel truly amazing on this special day of their lives. Step by step, song by song and dance by dance, I managed to grow into what I am today: a top-notch DJ service provider who still does everything out of pure passion for the fantastic industry I’m in.

At the beginning of 2016, I was pleasantly surprised by WeddingWire with an award that means a lot to me: I received the Couples’ Choice Award for the “DJ” section. With this occasion, I would like to thank WeddingWire for the beautiful chance they gave my former couples: that of reviewing me and my services.

More than anything though, I would like to thank the couples who gave me 5 glorious stars! Thank you! I am happy to have been part of your love stories and I am happy to learn that my services brought you joy on your wedding day! I do this for you – for the romance, for the great vibes and for the tears of genuine happiness I see in your eyes as you step on the dance floor for your First Dance!

Want to learn more about DJ Brock Weddings and my services? Come visit my website, check out my WeddingWire reviews and book me for the kind of Big Day both you and your guests will absolutely love!

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2016 Wedding Music Trends

Great music will never go out of fashion. Timeless and memorable, the best songs ever created are still with us – and every year that goes by makes them more valuable and meaningful. Music trends may come and go – but beautiful music will always stay.

This is not to say looking at some of the latest wedding music trends is not helpful. On the contrary, it can give you a great idea of what is popular, so that you can provide your guests with true entertainment. What are the 2016 wedding music trends everyone seems to be into these days? Read on, find out more and inspire yourself to create an amazing playlist for your Big Day:

• Going back to your roots. Acknowledging your roots and their importance is a really beautiful thing – and what other better way to do this than by incorporating your traditional music into one of the biggest events in your life? Add some ethnic or nationality-inspired songs to your wedding music playlist and your guests will be delighted!

• Mixing the styles. Want to make everyone at your wedding happy with the playlist? Mix in different genres and different decades. The trend of using only contemporary music for weddings may be great for couples who feel that modern songs define them better, but if you are a bit “country” and he’s a bit “rock’n’roll”, you will definitely love the idea of mixing in a variety of songs from different musical decades and genres.

• Investing in high-end equipment. Trust us on this one: this is the kind of trend you definitely want to follow. Providing guests with a high-quality sound will make the music even better and it will enhance its power to make people feel great at your wedding.

Searching for a professional DJ for your Big Day? Contact DJ Brock Weddings and have us mix the best music for your particular wedding style, for your amazing love story and for your unique preferences! Contact us and you will not regret it!

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AUTHOR: Bridal Marketing Group

The Ultimate Guide to Choosing Your Wedding Ceremony Music

Choosing the perfect music for your wedding ceremony is absolutely crucial for its success. In the end, music has the eternal gift of complementing the atmosphere – so it’s really important that you pick some beautiful songs for this special moment.

What are some of the most important tips to remember when selecting your wedding ceremony? We have gathered them right here – so continue reading and inspire yourself!

• Think outside of the box. Unless you plan a very traditional (and/or religious) wedding ceremony, you are allowed to think (way) outside of the box. From hardcore metal ballads to beautiful and soothing jazzy songs, you are allowed to include anything you want in your wedding ceremony playlist – so don’t be afraid to get creative!

• Think of the meaning. All songs have meaning, but some may speak to you more than others. Include those that feel as if they were written for your love story and make sure they really tell the world how much you love each other!

• Remember, there’s more than one song. The song used when you walk down the aisle is, of course, extremely important. But it is also essential that you choose beautiful songs to build up to the moment too. Pick something relaxing for the beginning of the ceremony (when guests take their seats), something fun for your wedding party and something genuinely meaningful for your entrance. Also, choose an upbeat song for your wedding ceremony exit as well!

Searching for a great DJ that will provide you with excellent services and advice? Contact DJ Brock Weddings and allow our passion for music, our dedication to perfection and our pure joy in entertaining a crowd to be your best friends for the Big Day! Contact us and hire us for a wedding none of your guests will ever forget!

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AUTHOR: Bridal Marketing Group

Why Book DJ Brock Weddings For Your Spring Wedding

Here at DJ Brock, we love weddings whenever they happen – be it spring or fall, winter or summer. We love being part of our clients’ stories, and, even more than that, we love helping them create a truly unique and unforgettable event.

Why book DJ Brock Weddings for your spring wedding? Why would you want us to be the ones who spin music at your Big Day in the upcoming months? We have gathered some reasons that will surely convince you – so read on and find out more.

• We truly don’t care about spring asthenia. Regardless of the weather outside, we work as hard as ever to provide our brides and grooms with services that are simply exquisite. We want you to be genuinely happy with your wedding music – and we will go above and beyond to make sure you are really satisfied with our services.

• We can sense your crowd and spin music that will get everyone up and on the dance floor. We know how to incorporate the joyous feeling of spring into our wedding playlist and how to energize your guests with music that’s truly uplifting.

• We are professional beyond anything else. If you want your spring wedding to be just as you have always dreamed it, we will help you with that. Our extensive experience in the wedding industry will help you incorporate the perfect music into your spring wedding theme, so that everything blends in beautifully and harmoniously.

If you want to find out more about DJ Brock Weddings and what we do for our brides and grooms, we kindly invite you to visit our website. Take a look around, contact us and let’s talk about your spring wedding and its vibe! We will ensure your wedding playlist is simply perfect for the wonderful theme you have chosen!

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AUTHOR: Bridal Marketing Group

What Should You Do if the DJ Gets Drunk?

Hiring a wedding DJ is a great addition to your Big Event. However, you should definitely make sure you hire the right person for this job. Even a small slip can mean a lot for the success of your wedding, so be extra-careful to how you make the final selection!

For example, have you considered what happens if your DJ gets drunk during your wedding? What is there to do in such cases – and even more than that, what is there to do to avoid such situations?

We have gathered some of the most important things you should know about this – so read on and find out more.

• Generally speaking, the contract you sign with your DJ should specify whether or not he/she is allowed to drink alcohol during the wedding – and, if yes, how much is the absolute limit. If you have worked with this DJ before or if your planner has years of experience in collaborating with him/her, you should have no issues whatsoever.

• If your wedding DJ gets drunk halfway through the wedding, you might find that there’s not much to do. Unless you have a clear point in your contract regarding this kind of situations, you will most likely not get your money back.

• If you are worried about having a drunk DJ at your wedding, think twice before “hiring” a friend to do this for you. No matter how great he/she may be, he/she will find it hard not to have a couple of drinks at your wedding – and this can very easily ensue a true disaster.

Here at DJ Brock Weddings, we put professionalism above everything else - and we would never do anything to ruin your wedding day. Talented, dedicated and with genuine experience behind us, we can provide exquisite DJ services to brides and grooms who want their Big Day to be really unforgettable. Contact us and find out more about our services!

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AUTHOR: Bridal Marketing Group

3 Things You Should Know about Social Media Wedding Etiquette

Social Media “follows” us around from the moment we wake up in the morning to the moment we go back to sleep at night. From Facebook to Instagram and from Snapchat to LinkedIn, our Social Media accounts speak about who we are, what we like and what our stories are.

Naturally, you will not be able to avoid Social Media when it comes to the Big Day – but making sure you stick to some basic etiquette rules can save you from a lot of trouble.

What are some of the most important things you should know about weddings on the Social Media? Read on and find out more.

• Call your mom, dad and friends first. Post your engagement ring after. The last thing you want is your childhood neighbor to find out about the engagement before your parents do!
• Keep yourself positive. None of your Facebook or Instagram friends want to know about that rude caterer or about the fact that you haven’t settled on a bouquet. They want to hear the good news and to be part of the beautiful side of your wedding planning story – so keep your Wall, your Twitter and your Instagram positive!
• Create a wedding hashtag. It is not only fun, but it will also help you collect all of your wedding photos into one place. Also, keep in mind that you should task a trustworthy person to be your “Social Media Manager” for the day too. This will help you avoid having any embarrassing pictures shared on the Internet.

Still searching for a great DJ to spin the best music at your wedding? Contact DJ Brock Weddings! Talented, dedicated and equipped with the latest and most advanced pieces, we can provide you top-notch DJ services for an unforgettable wedding day!

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AUTHOR: Bridal Marketing Group

Don’t let your DJ Hog the Mic

Your wedding is a once-in-a-lifetime kind of event. You want to remember yourself smiling and sharing joy with your guests. You want to remember this day as one of the best ones of your life – and you want your guests to do the same too.

…The last thing you want is a DJ who’s hogging the mic and ruining the great atmosphere on the dance floor.

How to make sure you don’t let your DJ hog the mic and take over the music? We have gathered some tips for you, so read on and find out more.

• Do your homework. It will pay off. A bit of research into who your DJ is and how his previous clients see him can go a very long way. Take a good look at his reviews and see if your DJ hasn’t got any kind of bad reviews from people who say that he spoke too much. This might take a bit of time if you have to go through a large number of reviews, but it will be more than worth it!

• If your DJ surprises you with an overly chatty mood and if you feel that he’s being inappropriate or that he’s ruining the dance floor, speak up and tell him what bothers you. Ask your wedding planner, your father or your Best Man to go up to him and explain that you and your partner would like him to focus on the music.

• If he doesn’t stop this way either, please make sure to contact him after the wedding and be very clear (and calm!) about the things you didn’t like. It is unlikely that you will get your money back, but you will at least make your point – and who knows, you might actually save a future bride from an awkward situation too!

If you are searching for a DJ in California and if you want to be absolutely certain that he is really professional, contact DJ Brock Weddings. Our passion is the music we spin and the people we make happy – so you can rely on us to be professional, spot-on and truly devoted to your Big Day!

AUTHOR: Bridal Marketing Group

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The Ultimate Country Music Wedding Playlist For A Cowgirl & Cowboy

Having a country wedding is a really amazing choice if you want your Big Day to be laid back, fun and truly unforgettable. However, please keep in mind that your décor should not be the only rustic element of your wedding! Your music should match your wedding theme too!

How to do it? What are the best country songs to include in your wedding playlist? We have gathered some suggestions for you – so read on if you need some inspiration!

• Rascal Flatts’ Bless the Broken Road. If you want to truly celebrate your unique love story and if you want your wedding music to reflect it, this song is just perfect! Great for the first dance, but also great for the moment you walk down the aisle!

• Miranda Lambert’s Makin’ Plans. With a truly unique voice, Miranda Lambert’s song is a great choice for the last dance – but truly, you can incorporate it in any other part of the wedding too.

• Shania Twain’s From This Moment On. Romantic and timeless, this song is absolutely amazing for a first dance – but it can also mark other important moments of the wedding.

• Tim Mcgraw’s My Little Girl. Lovely song for your father-daughter dance! So full of emotion, grace and truth your guests will be brought to tears!

• Blake Shelton’s All About Tonight. Planning an after-party? Open it with this song – it will surely get everyone in the party mood again, so that you can celebrate all night long!

Searching for a truly exquisite wedding DJ to spin at your wedding? Come visit DJ Brock Weddings, take a look at our offer, check out our reviews and book us if you want your wedding music to be really entertaining! You will never regret having made this choice!

AUTHOR: Bridal Marketing Group

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