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15 SPECIAL FIRST-DANCE SONGS

March 29, 2017
Wired Up Entertainment

From the classic and romantic to contemporary and cool, we rounded up the best first-dance songs from our real weddings!

Your first dance as a married couple is a uniquely intimate moment during an otherwise public day. While your friends and family will watch you and your new spouse sway softly, the two of you will be the only ones on the dance floor. Without a doubt it’s one of the most intimate, joyous moments of your wedding day, and the first opportunity you both have to savor your newly-minted status as husband and wife.

For some couples, selecting a meaningful, expressive first dance song is the easiest part of their wedding-planning process. It’s the soundtrack of their relationship, the song playing in the background of their first kiss, or the lyrics that blared at a busy restaurant on their first date. For others, the decision is not so simple. Whether you have opposing musical tastes or just can’t settle on one song that defines you as a couple, we’re here to help.

We found 15 song selections from past weddings we have performed that are sure to inspire you for your foray on the dance floor.

“She’s Got a Way” by Billy Joel
“So Happy Together” by The Turtles
“Take Care” by Beach House
“Someone Like You” by Van Morrison
“Feel So Close to You Right Now” by Calvin Harris
“Let My Love Open The Door” by Pete Townsend
“Crazy Love” by Van Morrison
“In a Little While” by U2
“At Last” by Etta James
“Kiss to Build a Dream On” by Louis Armstrong
“Come Away With Me” by Norah Jones
“Shameless” by Garth Brooks
“I’ve Got You Under My Skin” by Frank Sinatra
“You and Me” by Dave Matthews Band
“All For You” by Sister Hazel

Whether you choose to dance to something timeless or something much more current, the most important detail is that the song feels right for you as a couple.

SONGS FOR A FATHER-DAUGHTER DANCE

March 3, 2017
Wired Up Entertainment

A big part of wedding planning is choosing the music – especially the songs you’re going to dance to with the main men in your life. Your first dance choice probably came easily, maybe it’s the first song you and your beau bonded over or one by an artist you both love.

But what tune can you dance to with the man who has been there for you since the beginning? What song can possibly be special enough for your dad? In no particular order, here is a list of song ideas to get you started.

I Loved Her First – Heartland
My Little Girl – Tim McGraw
Daddy Dance With Me – Krystal Keith
In My Life – Beatles
My Wish – Rascal Flatts
Walk With You – Edwin McCain
Butterfly Kisses – Bob Carlisle
Daughters – John Mayer
Best Day – Taylor Swift
Because You Loved Me – Celine Dion

12 QUESTIONS TO ASK YOUR DJ

February 17, 2017
Wired Up Entertainment

An in-person meeting with a handful of potential DJs is the best way to really figure out whom to hire. Start with this list of important questions and don’t make a decision until you get an answer for each.

How would you describe your style?
Can we come take a quick peek at a wedding you’re working?
Can you play the songs that are important to us, such as a traditional Jewish hora tune or a favorite pop hit?
Who will do the setup?
What do you typically wear?
How many hours are included in the package?
How do you handle song requests?
How many weddings do you typically do in a year?
What’s your sick-day policy?
Do you have liability insurance?
What’s your backup plan if there’s an equipment malfunction?
How do you motivate a shy crowd to dance?