What Does A Wedding DJ Do
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Why Do Clients Hire Us
"This is not a side hustle or a way to make a few dollars on the weekend. All we do is DJ. It's our career and something we are insanely passionate about."
Matt C | Owner | Someone Said Yes | Grass Valley, CA
What's Our Goal?
This part’s simple: Best. Wedding. Ever. That’s our focus and our goal for every celebration we’re part of. We want you to say, “Thank you, tonight was perfect”—but just as much, we want your guests raving that it was the best wedding they’ve ever been to.
Best Wedding Ever? How It Begins.
From the moment you reach out, our goal is to make things easy, clear, and totally stress-free. That means being upfront about our pricing and services—no pressure, no games.
We know some DJs won’t share their rates unless you hop on a Zoom or sit through a sales pitch. Others list a super low price, only for you to realize their “bronze” package barely covers the basics.
You’ve landed on our site, checked out our vibe, seen our pricing, and hopefully got a good sense of what we’re all about. Now it’s time to compare and find the perfect fit.
You Have a List of Great DJs. Now What?
You’ve got it down to a few DJs. Their websites look great, maybe someone you trust gave them a shoutout—and now we’re one of your top picks. That means a lot. Your wedding is huge, and we’re all in on making it the best day ever.
So, what’s next? The DJ you’re working with—whether it’s Nate, Keith, or Matt—might invite you out for coffee, a drink downtown, or just a chill Zoom call. Whatever feels easiest for you.
We’d love to hear everything—what you’re dreaming up, what’s inspired you, and even the things you’ve seen at other weddings that just weren’t your vibe. Then we’ll dive into the music and flow—from the moment your guests arrive, through cocktail hour and dinner, all the way to the wild dance party and final song.
You’ll also get a feel for how we MC: super relaxed and intentional. We’ll guide the big moments, like your first dance, and keep things flowing smoothly—without turning it into a stand-up routine. No cringe jokes, no over-the-top chatter. Just a night that feels effortless, personal, and totally you.
After We’ve Met, What’s Next?
It kind of feels like a reality show for wedding DJs, right? Hopefully, we’ve vibed well and you’re feeling excited about having one of us as your DJ. We’ve got notes from our chat and a solid sense of the vibe you’re going for.
So what’s next? We’ll send over a proposal for you and your partner to review. If everything looks good, you can sign it online—no printing, scanning, or faxing (because who even does that anymore?). Then you can lock things in with a deposit using any major payment option.
And just like that—we’re officially your DJ team. YES! (Now the fun really begins... and yep, we’ve got a lot of work to do behind the scenes to make it amazing.)
So, Now One of Us is Your DJ!
We’re officially your DJs—amazing! You can take a breath (even if Aunt Karen has urgent thoughts on the seating chart 😅).
What’s next on our end? It’s time to start digging into the details of your wedding. We’ll send over a planning questionnaire for you and your partner. It’s a key document that keeps everything organized. No printing or faxing—everything’s online and cloud-based. (It’s not 1985, after all.)
You’ll probably have a few questions, like “Should we do an unplugged ceremony?” or “What’s a fun song for our formal entrance?” No stress—we’ll go over everything together. We’ll share tips from past weddings, walk you through options, and make updates as your plans evolve.
This is also where we’ll lock in your music preferences. Not into dirty south rap? Good to know—so when your partner’s college friend requests “Walk It, Talk It” by Migos, we’ve got your back with a polite but firm “not today.”
Four Weeks Before Your Wedding
It’s timeline time! If you’ve hired an amazing wedding planner or coordinator—awesome. We’ll connect with them directly to grab their master timeline. From there, we’ll layer in the playlists we’ve started building: pre-ceremony vibes, cocktail and dinner music, your special moments, and of course—those dance floor bangers.
Now you can take another deep breath and relax. Your wedding officially has a music game plan. 🎶✨
Ten Days Before Your Wedding
Next, we’ll make sure every detail on the timeline is still 100% spot-on. Let’s double-check everything—from your wedding party’s processional song to who’s giving toasts to that perfect final dance track.
We want the plan to feel just right so the day flows smoothly and feels like you, start to finish.
Your Wedding Day!
Yes! This is the moment it all comes together. We’ll be at your venue about two hours before the music starts. Depending on the space, we might set up three separate sound systems to cover the ceremony, cocktail hour, dinner, and dance floor.
All the gear will be set up and ready before your guests arrive—looking clean, professional, and totally polished. Your more “techy” friends will definitely notice the investment we’ve made in top-notch audio gear (we’re talking about $22,000 worth of equipment!). Everyone else will just enjoy perfectly balanced music at the right volume, all night long.
Thirty Minutes Before Your Ceremony
This is when the music officially begins. We’ve already talked through some playlist ideas, and the sound level is just right as your guests start to arrive.
At this point, we’ll discreetly mic your officiant—and if you want, one of you too—with a tiny lapel mic. We’ll also have a wireless handheld mic ready just in case.
About five minutes before your ceremony starts, we’ll invite everyone to take their seats. If it fits your style, we’ll kindly remind guests to respect your unplugged ceremony wishes. We’ll also let them know what’s coming next—whether that’s photos or heading straight to cocktail hour.
Making this announcement now helps everything flow smoothly from ceremony to cocktail hour—like a perfectly choreographed dance. And, of course, it’s all tailored to your unique plan.
Your Ceremony Begins!
Time to get married. Depending on the situation, I'll confirm the details with your planner and possibly chat with everyone in your wedding party and confirm what will happen. I'll begin playing the processional song, and your planner or I will cue your wedding party to make their entrance. Next, depending on the plan, I'll smoothly fade out the current song and bring in your entrance song. Once you're in place, your officiant's microphone is live, and they begin. It's about to get real! There's always the opportunity for additional readings, a blessing, candle lighting, or possibly a tea ceremony during your ceremony. (I was hired for a traditional Japanese wedding in the summer of 2016. I loved the experience) Once your officiant presents you as a married couple, I turn up the volume and play your recessional song. Time for the celebration to begin!
You’re Married! Time To Celebrate!
You did it! You’re officially married and ready to start your new life together. Probably a few family photos first, then off to join everyone for cocktail hour.
What’s playing? A playlist we put together just for you—packed with all the jams you told us you love. Your guests are feeling the good vibes, and the music is on point.
Dinner Time – How Does This Happen?
When it’s time for dinner, we’ll invite your guests to find their seats. Nothing fancy here—it just takes a few minutes, whether you have a seating chart or not. Once everyone’s settled, we love kicking things off by introducing your wedding party and you two! High-energy music works best here to get the vibes just right.
After introductions, it’s the perfect moment to welcome your guests and maybe give a shout-out to family or friends. And before dinner starts, someone might want to say a blessing over the meal.
What about dinner music? Another playlist filled with songs you love. If it’s buffet style, we’ll release tables personally—no announcements over the speakers—keeping things cozy and natural.
Want to mix it up? We can invite your guests to the buffet with a fun dance song and encourage them to dance their way to dinner. It’s a great way to amp up the energy if your crowd is up for it!
Preparing For Toasts
We already have your list of guests doing toasts, and we’ll check in during dinner to make sure everyone’s ready. We’ll have a mic set up on a stand right by your head table—guests can either use it hands-free or grab it as a handheld.
When it’s toast time, we’ll make sure your photographers are in position, then get everyone’s attention to introduce your first speaker. Wondering who should kick things off? We usually recommend having your Maid of Honor take the lead.
Thinking about an open mic? Here’s our take on that: [LINK]
Let's Cut Your Cake
After the final toast, this is a great moment for you two to cut the cake—or whatever dessert feels most you (cupcake tower, pie, donuts… no rules here!).
Some couples skip this part to keep things more non-traditional, and that’s totally cool. But if you're into it, it’s a sweet way to open the dessert bar and snag a great photo.
We’ll have a few vibe-y songs ready to go for the moment. Let’s chat and make it feel just right.
Time To Start Dancing
Once dessert is served, it’s time to hit the dance floor! We can invite your guests to gather around as you two share your first dance as a married couple—always such a beautiful moment. Want to dance the full song or fade it out around 1:30–2:00 minutes? Totally up to you—we’ll vibe it out together.
Next up: parent dances. There are lots of ways to make this special—whether you're honoring one parent, more than one, or even planning something unique if a parent can't be there. We’ll work with you to make it feel meaningful.
After the formal dances, we like to ease into the night with a slow jam and invite everyone to join you on the dance floor. Even your less-dancy guests (we all know a few!) usually appreciate a chance to share a moment like this.
Thinking, “Let’s just start the party already?” We get it! But this slow dance moment is a sweet transition—and then we’ll turn it up and get the dance floor lit.
Dance Party – Time To Get Down!
This is why we do what we do—we love it.
We’ll kick off the dance floor with feel-good, up-tempo songs that everyone—from your grandparents to your nieces and nephews—can vibe with. Think timeless classics mixed with crowd-pleasers that get all ages moving.
And just so you know—we’re real DJs. We don’t just hit play—we read the room, feel the energy, and build the perfect flow. We’ll make sure your must-plays make it in, and your do-not-play list stays off the table.
Dance Floor Activities?
Selecting an anniversary dance is a great way to show honor to your longest-married guests. Not familiar with this? Let's talk about it and share a few ideas.
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An anniversary dance is such a sweet way to honor the longest-married couple at your wedding. If it’s new to you, let’s talk through a few fun and meaningful ways to make it happen.
Now, about the bouquet and garter toss… we know this one gets mixed reactions. We’ve got some fresh, non-traditional takes that keep it fun without the awkward throwback vibes.
And if you’re into party energy—think break dancing, spontaneous dance battles, and big dance floor moments—that’s totally in our wheelhouse. Our roots are in party DJing, so if you want that kind of hype, we’ve absolutely got you covered.
Your Last Dance & Exit
It’s probably around 10:00 p.m., the dance floor’s been 🔥, and we’ve seen some iconic moves. The vibe is still strong, even though a few of your older guests may have headed out. In our experience, it’s better to wrap the night on a high note rather than drag it out too long.
We’ll invite everyone back to the dance floor for your last dance. Want to go out with a sweet, slow moment or a full-blown banger? Totally your call—but let’s make it unforgettable.
Your Exit: For some couples, the last dance is the grand finale. For others, we help stage an epic send-off—sparklers (venue permitting), glow sticks, bubbles, petals—you name it. It’s a perfect photo op, so make sure your photographer’s still on board for those final magic moments.
PS: Want something extra special? Check out this blog we wrote on private last dances: [LINK]
Now What?
Hotel, motel, or Holiday Inn? Time for the after-party.
That’s How It’s Done
Wow. You made it to the end.
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