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DJ Tips: How to Crush a Wedding Gig

Wedding gigs pay extremely well, but they require a different skill set than a nightclub. Here is how to succeed.

A nightclub DJ only has to please young adults. A wedding DJ has to please the grandparents, the parents, and the college friends—all at the same time.

The Multi-Generational Set

Start the dancing with Motown and 70s/80s hits to get the older crowds on the floor. As the night progresses, transition into 90s, 2000s, and current hits.

Clean Edits are Mandatory

You cannot play explicit tracks at a wedding unless explicitly asked by the bride and groom. Ensure your library is stocked with Clean radio edits from RPOOL.ID to avoid awkward moments.