Spin Sins: Why Last-Minute Song Requests Can Be Tricky for DJs
As a DJ, I love taking requests. But every DJ knows the scenario: it’s the end of the night, the dance floor is winding down, and just as I’m about to play the last song, someone rushes over with a last-minute song request. You’ve had the entire event—4 or 5 […]
Spin Sins: Making Song Requests at Events… Without a Song in Mind: A DJ’s Perspective
As a DJ, one of the most puzzling moments is when someone approaches the booth to make a request—only to realise they don’t actually know what they want to hear. It’s a common scenario for DJs and often leaves me scratching my head. You’ve come up to the DJ booth, […]
When “Hypa Hypa” Meets Wedding Dance Floors: The Explosive Rock and Metal Wedding DJ Experience
As a rock and metal wedding DJ, I’m always excited when couples choose something outside the norm for their big day. Last autumn, I had the pleasure of DJing Chris and Kim’s wedding at Highfield House, where the guests absolutely went wild when Electric Callboy’s “Hypa Hypa“ blasted through the […]
Spin Sins – DJ Song Requests: “Play Something I Can Dance To” Requests: A DJ’s Perspective
As a DJ, one of the most common requests I hear is “Can you play something I can dance to?” It sounds simple enough, right? But this seemingly innocent phrase can actually present quite a challenge. In this blog post, I’ll break down why DJ song requests like this can […]
A Night to Remember with an Alternative Wedding DJ in Stafford at Standon Hall
Last night, I had the pleasure of being the alternative wedding DJ in Stafford for Anthony Chadwick and Emma Smallman’s wedding at Standon Hall. The night was a celebration of the couple’s love for rock, metal, pop-punk, and emo music, making it a truly unique and unforgettable event. Anthony and […]
Rocking Subside: A Night of Architects, Bury Tomorrow, Parkway Drive, In Flames, and More
Last night at Subside was nothing short of epic. The night kicked off with a heavy dose of Parkway Drive and Bury Tomorrow, setting the stage for a killer atmosphere. As the crowd grew, tracks from Architects and In Flames kept the energy levels high, with every head banging in […]
This Week’s Spotify Release Radar: Some Gems Amidst the Noise
Well, there’s not long until it gets superceded on Friday, but my Spotify Release Radar on Spotify this week didn’t exactly set my world on fire, but there were a few tracks that stood out and made the playlist worth a listen. Overall, it was a bit of a mixed […]
Wedding DJ Tips – How to Keep the Dance Floor Alive at Your Wedding, No Matter the Challenges
Planning the perfect wedding reception is no small feat, especially when it comes to ensuring that the dance floor stays packed all night. As a wedding DJ with years of experience, I’ve learned that even the best-laid plans can be tested by unexpected challenges. However, with a bit of flexibility, […]
How I Created the Perfect Atmosphere as a Non-Cheesy Wedding DJ at Ben and Isobel’s Bistrotheque Wedding
Getting Set Up and Making Connections: Early Arrival and Preparation This weekend, I had the pleasure of DJing not one, but two weddings! Ben and Isobel’s wedding was the first on Friday night at Bistrotheque, a venue that’s quickly becoming a hot spot for wedding bookings. Whenever I’m booked by […]