{"id":3663,"date":"2022-04-06T07:00:10","date_gmt":"2022-04-06T06:00:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.entertainment-nation.co.uk\/blog\/?p=3663"},"modified":"2024-04-25T15:59:07","modified_gmt":"2024-04-25T14:59:07","slug":"wedding-entertainment-myths","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.entertainment-nation.co.uk\/blog\/wedding-entertainment-myths\/","title":{"rendered":"Common Wedding Entertainment Myths – Busted"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Obviously, music is going to play a huge part throughout your entire wedding day, and you might have been put off booking live entertainment because you’ve heard myths about it that just aren’t true! So we’ve de-mystified these misconceptions once and for all so your mind can be at rest when choosing your wedding band, DJ or musician.<\/p>\n

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Myth: Wedding DJs Talk Too Much<\/h2>\n

There’s nothing worse than wanting to dance to your favourite song while the DJ is making cringey commentary over the top. However, this is certainly not true of quality wedding DJs.<\/a><\/strong> Like wedding bands<\/a><\/strong>, DJs range in levels of professionalism, from kids’ party entertainers to famous club DJs, all with varying levels of expertise. A quality wedding DJ will only make comments when necessary – usually to make announcements that have already been discussed with you. If you’re worried about this, make it clear to them prior to your wedding day that you don’t want them to speak and they won’t!<\/p>\n


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Myth: Wedding DJs Play Awful Music<\/h2>\n

Worried that a DJ might play “Cha-Cha Slide” or “Agadoo” at your wedding? This might have been the case back in the day, but nowadays the music entertainment industry has evolved and DJs understand that personalisation is key. A good DJ will ask you for a list of must-play and never-play songs so they can tailor the setlist accordingly. They will work with you to collate a list of songs you are happy with – but let them have some artistic control – that is what you’re paying them for after all!<\/p>\n


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Myth: The DJ Will Take Requests I Don’t Want To Hear<\/h2>\n

Whether you want your guests to be able to make requests is a personal choice that your DJ will happily take into account. If you want your guests to be able to choose their own music, give the DJ that flexibility but if you’d rather control what you hear on your big day, that’s OK too.<\/p>\n


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Myth: DJs Are The Only Budget-Friendly Option<\/h2>\n

This has to be the biggest myth of all. With so many different types of entertainer available for the price of a DJ, you’re spoilt for choice if you’re looking for a live musician! Acoustic duos<\/a><\/strong> and soloists<\/a><\/strong> will have your guests flocking to the dance floor with rousing rock and pop anthems, Motown classics and more. Some use backing tracks and others use loop pedals to create a whole-band sound your guests will love.<\/p>\n

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Another massive benefit of hiring a soloist or duo is that for a small extra fee they will perform a laid-back afternoon set as well, which is perfect for your drinks reception or wedding breakfast!<\/p>\n


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Myth: Bands Take Too Many Breaks<\/h2>\n

Obviously, bands need to take a break after an energetic set on stage. However, an experienced band will have mastered the art of taking breaks with minimal disruption to your evening. Most bands will play a choice of either two 1-hour or three 40-minute sets. So, to minimise time off-stage choose the former option and plan to cut your cake between sets. If this isn’t your style, all bands will provide a DJ playlist that will keep spirits high on the dance-floor so the music doesn’t stop when the band does!<\/p>\n



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Myth: A Pub Band Is Better Value<\/h2>\n

This depends on what you consider value. As with most things, you get what you pay for. Sure, there are some incredible pub bands around but they are unlikely to offer the same package as a professional band.<\/p>\n

When you hire a wedding band from a reputable agency like Entertainment Nation, whichever band you choose you will benefit from the following:<\/p>\n