How to Deal with Bad Requests

Let's face it, everyone has a different taste in music and they're not always good. In fact, a lot of times, DJs get requests for songs that are just too overplayed or not right for the atmosphere or the type of crowd you have. Somebody at a wedding might request a song that is on the Bride and Groom's DO NOT PLAY list. In those cases, you'll need to know how to handle them and give an appropriate response.

For weddings, you can always say that you have a plan with the bride and groom and that if the request fits in, you'll play it. For parties, bars, clubs, and other types of gigs, just use your best judgement, tell them you'll see what you can do, but never commit to doing something you know you're not going to do, after all, you do want these people to like you.