Finding the right DJ...

I came across the following post in a forum on one of the larger wedding "vendor" sites:

It's unfortunate so many of these "types" have found their way into being mobile DJs!
She is correct to avoid the ipod wedding at all costs (or savings!). It is a recipe for disaster, and guests rolling their eyes. You don't want to cheap-out on your wedding guests who are showering you with gifts, you want them to have a great time... To eat, drink and hopefully dance. It's important though that it's an extension of you, and having a cheeseball DJ can absolutely ruin it all. I get it. 

Here are a few ideas on how to avoid "that guy" at your wedding:

Tip 1: 
The #1 tip I can give, is speaking with and hopefully meeting the DJ. If that isn't possible because you're dealing with a company with many DJs, or they're unsure who'll be your DJ, keep looking! You want to meet the actual DJ who'll be at your wedding.
You may not be able to tell if his voice will change the second he turns on the microphone, but at the very least, you'll sense if he's a sleaze.
It doesn't have to be someone you'd be best friends with in life, but for what you're investing in this day, you don't want someone who might embarrass you.

Tip 2:
Ask the DJ what they'll do to get people dancing. If the word microphone is in their reply, you might want to avoid this DJ. I'm not saying every DJ who simply let's your guests know the dance-floor is open is going to be the "tool" you're looking to avoid... But a good DJ should be able to elicit dancing by simply playing the right music. It may sound like a no-brainer answer, but it's the one you want!


Tip 3:
Don't assume because he claims he won't "say corny things" or says he ISN'T cheesy, that it's true. About 3 years ago I decided to strip the BS away from my marketing and let people know outright, I'm not that guy... And wouldn't you know it, several local DJs did the same thing! Some of whom, are exactly "that guy". It doesn't mean anything anymore to say "I'm not a cheesy DJ". Even Ron Burgundy thought he was kind of a big deal. ;)


As always, feel free to contact me with any questions.

Best,
Kirk Rothrum
Select Receptions, Syracuse, NY Wedding DJ Services