Band Versus DJ

Band Versus DJ

My fiance and I are currently in the process of trying to determine the music choice for our reception. We will have a variety of age groups at the reception and would like to include music that appeals to people's different tastes.

I was wondering for those of you who chose to have a band at your reception - why did you go with a band over a dj?

And for those of you who went with a dj - why did you choose a dj over a band?

I have found everyone's input on this site to be very helpful in the past, so any advice/input on this question would be much appreciated! Thanks.

Band Versus DJ

I chose a dj b/c I like the songs it the original form...

while I think some bands are super talented...they take breaks...sometimes put funky twists to the songs...don't know all the songs you may want...can break up...and are at least twice as much money

I think if I had unlimited money I might have chosen a band though...hard to say...

Band Versus DJ

I chose DanceJock because I saw them at 2 other weddings and absolutely loved them. It is a mix between a DJ and a band b/c there is a live singer along with the MC. The prices are a lot less than a band also. I highly recommend checking them out.

Band Versus DJ

I am a complete die-hard 70's and 80's music fan, and I like to hear the music I love as it was recorded. While some bands do amazing covers, I guess I'm a purist, and want to listen to songs by the artists who made them what they are.
So... obviously I had a DJ, but we also had a singer who entertained during dinner, and she was phenomenal! We felt that by having both live and recorded music we kept everyone happy. : )

Babeyblu16...

I used Dancejock for my wedding, and they were awesome! Who is your emcee and singer?

Babeyblu16...

Scott is the MC and we are either going to have Gayle or Jimmy as the singer. We also got the steel drum band for the cocktail hour. I am so excited!!!

Band Versus DJ

We're having a band.
We really love live music, I personally think it sounds so much better that way. I also feel like a band is more elegant and intimate, which is what we wanted.
However, some people would rather hear the music from the original artists and/or don't want to spend the money on a band.
So it's really a personal decision-you just have to decide what's important to you.
Good luck!

Band Versus DJ

Our main reason for choosing a DJ over a band was the price difference. We heard some amazing bands but he cost was way over our budget. We knew that a band was really out of the question for us so we looked for a great DJ.
Good Luck!

Band Versus DJ

At first we thought we would go to with a DJ b/c they were so much cheaper.

But after thinking about the sort of atmosphere we wanted to create, we knew we couldn't get an upscale feeling with a DJ.

Its all a matter of priority and atmosphere.

Band Versus DJ

I think its a matter of preferece. We are from the Caribbean and we want some of the music we grew up hearing to be played and we know a band could never play old reggae or old claypso for us.

So we are pleased with our decision to use a DJ. IMHO I don't think band or dj chages your atmosphere or the amount of fun you will have. I think either one does a great job, as long as the experience is there

Happy planning all

Babeyblu16...

We had Gayle also, AND the steel drum band. It was a huge hit, and it sounds unbelieveable on the video. Good luck!!!

Band Versus DJ

I wanted more of a party atmosphere at my wedding. I didn't want to worry about breaks. I also wanted more club/house music played. I am having an after party that will have a small band.

Band Versus DJ

Hi Colleen!!
You could always email me directly, but since you put the question out there I will give my 2 cents. I think you have to think about what kind of music you want to hear - if you want stuff that will get everyone to dance, a band can do that. But if you want to hear hip hop, house music, etc. Your best bet is a dj. And of course a band is way more expensive, usually, so is live music really important to you? I have heard 2 bands so far, so if you want any info call me.

babeyblu16

Would you be able to provide me with the contact information for DanceJock? Also - would you be able to tell me their price range? (if you are comfortable doing that). Thanks!

Dancejock

I'm not Babeyblu, but I also used Dancejock. Their contact info is
40-1 Burt Drive Deer Park, NY 11729
631-242-0042
www.dancejock.com

We paid $3,500, and got our DJ, emcee, steel drum band, singer, percussionist, and zap shot screens w/photographer (they take digital photos of your wedding as it happens and display them on 2 large screens for your guests to see. You then get all of the pictures on a video tape set to music).
We also used them for our video, which we paid $1200 for. We were 300% satisfied with every aspect of their company, and highly recommend them. : )

Dancejock

I got the same package as JennRenee. I just booked them about a month ago and I paid $3600 for the music, screens etc... and $1500 for the video. It is still cheaper than a band includes all that additional stuff and the video is the cheapest one I have seen and the one that I have liked the best. I dealt with Scott and he was very nice. I highly recommend them also.

Thank you babeyblu16 and JennRenee!! *NM*