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Philadelphia DJs Guide

Your Wedding D.J. in the City of Brotherly Love

Philadelphia is the City of Brotherly Love, and when it comes to music, it’s a celebration for everyone. The city has classical venues galore, but it’s also jam-packed with blues and rock clubs, and is one of the trendiest wedding DJ spots on the map. When you aspire to find the perfect music for your Philadelphia wedding, get the record spinning by reading the guidelines, below.

You should book your wedding DJ in Philadelphia about 8 months prior to your ceremony, and after you’ve picked your reception site. Prices vary, depending on the size of your wedding, the hours involved, and the vendor’s experience; expect to pay anywhere from $200 to $2,000. If you’re having a small reception in your backyard, you can hire a less-expensive DJ. Otherwise, book someone who’s got at least 50 weddings under his belt.

When you start the interview process, ask for a DVD of one of the DJ’s previous wedding gigs. If he spins in any Philadelphia clubs, try to attend one of his “performances.” (But never crash someone else’s wedding party.) When looking, ask friends and relatives, and vendors in the area. Ask the DJ for references, and contact the Better Business Bureau for complaints.

As soon as you’re ready to break it down with some serious music, check out the OurWeddingDay.com Local Vendor section for a regularly updated list of Philadelphia DJ’s, wedding entertainment providers, and more.

Philadelphia DJ’s vary in personality and style, and it’s imperative to find someone who suits your specific needs. Since your DJ serves as a host of the reception (introducing the couple, dances, toasts), pick someone who clicks with your personality and wedding theme. He can be over-the-top raucous or smoothly suave.

When discussing your wedding music, be specific about the songs you want to hear, and make sure he has everything you need in stock. It’s also imperative to let him know which songs you don’t want played, even if your guests request them.

If your DJ is familiar with the wedding site, he’ll already know where to set up. If you’re getting married somewhere unfamiliar to him, make sure you take him on a guided tour.

Your contract should include basics such as making sure the DJ you hire is the same guy who shows up on the day of your wedding, as well as the name of a substitute in case of emergency. You need to know his hourly or day rate, and the charge for overtime fees. DJ’s should get a tip; 20% is typical if the service is exceptional. (Remember to assign the tip duties to the best man or another wedding party member.) You should also provide the DJ with a meal.

Now get down and groove to Philadelphia Freedom.