Married Girls: Please Give DJ Recommendations

quirkybride Posted: Oct 11, 2010 09:08 PM

Married Girls: Please Give DJ Recommendations

Please keep this in mind:

I don't like club music or most top 40s songs. I like old music (johnny cash, elvis, old italian singers) as well as nine inch nails, depeche mode, ramones, newer indie/dance music like the ting tings, grunge (the pixies, the pumpkins) etc.

I'm looking for a dj who will take my music taste into account, but I'm willing to be flexible. I realize the dj will probably only play a few of my favorite bands, as It's most important to me that guests are up and dancing, so I KNOW I have to be flexible and not micromanage the playlist. However, I don't want justin timberlake or bon jovi played. Also it's extremely important to me that the dj doesn't mess up our dance song, since we've spent months practicing dancing.

Considering what I'm looking for, who would people recommend? Thanks married ladies! :)

<3 Theresa

summerbride20 Posted: Oct 11, 2010 09:54 PM

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Scott at Purple Penguin Entertainment!!

He is amazing. He has lots of experience, works with exactly what you want and has literally every song you can think of! He was great.

He also made sure that people who don't usually dance were up there all night long.

jhines4684 Posted: Oct 11, 2010 09:57 PM

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We're using Fusion DL and discussed nothing bu 80's music and 90s. I can't stand most of todays music and well, heavy metal does not belong at a wedding, so I have to be flexible too. lol

but try them and talk to Manni. he'll help you out.

MikesBride2B Posted: Oct 11, 2010 10:38 PM

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FM Entertainment!!! We are definitely NOT clubby people and he really played EXACTLY what we wanted. I recommend them 10x over!!

bride2be1012 Posted: Oct 11, 2010 10:51 PM

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Music by Michael. DH and I have a more ecelectic and unique taste in music and were worried too. With Michael you submit your must play, play if possible and do not play list electronically. He followed everything we asked for to the letter. I highly recommend him.

daniellek730 Posted: Oct 11, 2010 11:29 PM

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I have to recommend Diamond Cut DJ's. They were awesome. He listened to what I want and will get any song you want. He played everything we wanted but also made suggestions on how to keep everyone happy. The MC also was not in anyone's face, that's the one thing I hate. People still are complimenting us on the DJ.

kris_gets_hitched Posted: Oct 12, 2010 07:36 AM

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Posted by MikesBride2B

FM Entertainment!!! We are definitely NOT clubby people and he really played EXACTLY what we wanted. I recommend them 10x over!!

Ditto!!! They did my wedding, and DH and I not only keep away from Top 40; we needed a good blend of classic rock, new wave/80's, country and Bollywood...they were FANTASTIC. And Frank (he was our DJ and MC) had people on the dance floor at one in the afternoon...not by being all cheeseball like some DJs, just by playing GOOD, danceable music.

ourwedding9510 Posted: Oct 12, 2010 08:16 AM

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A&V Productions! My cousin owns it and they did my wedding. The dance floor was PACKED ALL night!!!! He plays EVERTHING!!!!! I will say the older people LOVED the DJ with all the oldies but goodies that they played. FM me for more information.

MR1223 Posted: Oct 12, 2010 08:19 AM

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we used Castle Entertainment and they were great. they played all the songs we wanted and didnt play the songs we didnt want. they really listened to what we wanted and worked with us.

SummerBride10 Posted: Oct 12, 2010 08:21 AM

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Body Rock- they are very professional and did an amazing job at our wedding. They played exactly what we asked them to!

CloudNine Posted: Oct 12, 2010 08:44 AM

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we used LI Sound and i cant recommend them enough. they were worth every penny. I gave them a must play and do not play list and they stuck to it to a T.
i see that you said you like certain kinds of music but keep in mind you are catering to probably over 100 people so there shoul dbe something for everyone.

T E R I Posted: Oct 12, 2010 08:56 AM

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Posted by kris_gets_hitched

Posted by MikesBride2B

FM Entertainment!!! We are definitely NOT clubby people and he really played EXACTLY what we wanted. I recommend them 10x over!!

Ditto!!! They did my wedding, and DH and I not only keep away from Top 40; we needed a good blend of classic rock, new wave/80's, country and Bollywood...they were FANTASTIC. And Frank (he was our DJ and MC) had people on the dance floor at one in the afternoon...not by being all cheeseball like some DJs, just by playing GOOD, danceable music.

Absolutely agree about FM, they do a great job and will play what you want!!!! And love Frank, he was our MC and he was great!!!!

AdriandSteve Posted: Oct 12, 2010 10:08 AM

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ETEvents.

soontobecruz Posted: Oct 12, 2010 10:15 AM

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Tommy Tunes!!

They will keep your dancefloor packed all night as well as play your and your FH's fav's!

My guest's are still raving about them and especially my MC Joe E.

THEY ARE INCREDIBLE!

Becca2010 Posted: Oct 12, 2010 10:17 AM

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I chose Bravo Sound as my DJ. Mike is really personable and knows A LOT about music. Yes, I am doing some Top 40, BUT i also gave him a list of some really cool rock music (The Clash, Bruce Springsteen, etc) and HE suggested doing some 50s music and I was all over it - Stuff like Dion and the Belmonts (not just Runaround Sue), Bobby Darin, plus others.

I say you should at least give him a call. Seriously, every time I talk to Mike, I get more and more excited about my wedding!

ChristeveT Posted: Jan 11, 2011 01:26 PM

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Posted by quirkybride

Please keep this in mind:

I don't like club music or most top 40s songs. I like old music (johnny cash, elvis, old italian singers) as well as nine inch nails, depeche mode, ramones, newer indie/dance music like the ting tings, grunge (the pixies, the pumpkins) etc.

I'm looking for a dj who will take my music taste into account, but I'm willing to be flexible. I realize the dj will probably only play a few of my favorite bands, as It's most important to me that guests are up and dancing, so I KNOW I have to be flexible and not micromanage the playlist. However, I don't want justin timberlake or bon jovi played. Also it's extremely important to me that the dj doesn't mess up our dance song, since we've spent months practicing dancing.

Considering what I'm looking for, who would people recommend? Thanks married ladies! :)

<3 Theresa

BUMP and ditto... quirkybride... did you hire someone with this style yet??? If so please let me know who!