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Pros/Cons for a Band
Let's start with the Pros: A wedding band can get really interactive since you have someone, the lead singer, on the microphone all night. This can be seen as a con as well, but for those who need a little encouragement to dance, this could be a good thing. Bands also have a generally larger sound system because there are more members, sometimes, the sound can seem fuller. Bands also can provide a lot of energy by dancing/moving on stage to encourage guests to do the same.
Now, the Cons: Bands cost a lot more than a DJ because there are a lot more people and more setup/breakdown. Because there are a lot more people, that means more meals to provide, which can add an extra cost you may not expect. In addition, because there are more people and more equipment, bands require a lot more space so if space is limited at your venue, this wouldn't be a good fit, or would mean you'd need to lower your guest count. Another con is that bands take breaks throughout the night, so while their high energy performance is a good thing, those breaks can kill the vibe and lower the energy for guests throughout the night. Finally, while most good wedding bands learn new music, they can't have the absolute newest hits, so while some songs may be current, the ability to read the crowd and play newer or newly popular songs is non existent. Despite these cons, there are a lot of pros to consider.
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| Jessica Smith Photography |
Pros/Cons for a Wedding DJ
Let's start with the Pros: A good wedding DJ is able to read the crowd and mix music based on the energy in the room. This is incredibly important at a wedding; being able to switch to a different song or change the direction of the night based on who is on the dance floor and how they react, is the key to a great wedding reception. Sadly, that's not something a band can do. A DJ has a greater knowledge base for music and can incorporate your suggestions along with music you may not have even thought of before the wedding. They'll also be able to avoid the music you don't want and make sure guests are able to make request as well, incorporating the songs that will work and not mixing in the ones that won't work. Another pro is that a wedding DJ is less expensive than hiring a band because there are less people (band members) to pay and a little bit less equipment to set up and requirements (like a stage, meals, etc.). Additionally, a wedding DJ doesn't need to take any breaks. A DJ is going to be able to perform non-stop during the whole reception, catering to guests at every moment. This makes for a seamless night with entertainment the entire time.
Now, the Cons: I know, we're biased here, but there really aren't any cons to consider when hiring a wedding DJ. Of course, you'll want to make sure you hire a great DJ and not a cheesy one, otherwise there will be cons, but in general, the choice to hire a DJ over a band has no cons. We'll be publishing a post soon on how to make sure you're hiring a good DJ and avoiding the cheesy, outdated, bad ones.
