I LOVE MUSIC, I KNOW WHAT MY FRIENDS AND I LIKE, MAYBE WE DON'T NEED A DJ ... MISTAKE MISTAKE MISTAKE!!
Professional Entertainers are doing way more than clicking buttons for a couple of hours on Spotify. They are providing a well-arranged, flowing, soundtrack for your big day. Plus they are playing the role of emcee to ensure the event goes as smoothly as possible during a very much soo liquid event. Anything can happen at any time and it is much better to employ someone who is experienced with dealing with the inevitable challenges that take place at any well planned event, let alone something you are trying to skimp on.
If the guests are not reacting to the music, the DJs have the skills to read the crowd and make adjustments. Their job is to make sure everyone there is active and engaged. Keeping guests on the dance-floor as long as possible is the goal and at minimum the vibe and wave of the event is typically set by the course of the music..
If you trust a friend or family member who is likely been working for pennies if anything with critical transitions and the direction of your event, be ready to be disappointed. Asking a family member to play music all night will end in disaster. What if they play music that isn’t appropriate or an issue arises? They have not been trained to handle stress and expectations professionally without halting the party.
Since 85% of a Wedding Reception’s success is dependent on the entertainment, spend your money wisely. Make sure you do plenty of research before booking such an important vendor for your Wedding. Professional entertainers are always the safe bet when it comes to booking a vendor.