DJ Remixes Cash Me Outside Girl and Cashes Himself Inside

By now, we all know the Cash Me Outside girl, Danielle Bregoli, from her appearance on the DR. Phil show. Her time on the show has lead to her 15 minutes of fame via one line she spewed while a guest on the show. Now, that moment has led straight to Internet memedom and for some unknown reason, potential reality show deals and other things. One smart music producer was able to capitalize on that and came up with a great remix including this line.

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DJ Suede has been making music for a long time, but it's his newly viral remix that has given him the most attention. With over 18 Million views on YouTube alone, his remix has gone viral itself. So, give it a listen and decide for yourself, would you blast this in the car? In the club? In the shower?

Read more about DJ Suede and his success after remixing this viral phenomenon. Then, start producing trap beats and wait for the next meme.

DJ Breakdown: Wedding Party Introductions

There have been some epic wedding party introductions in the past, but whether you go all out and over the top or do a simple introduction, yours will be unique to you. So, just what goes into a wedding party introduction (called bridal party introductions in the past)? The wedding DJ announces names, sure! People enter a room, sure! Music typically plays, but what you do will be fully up to you. Here are a few samples of format for a wedding party introduction.

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The Whole Wedding Party

Most common practice is to introduce the whole wedding party. Typically bridesmaids and groomsmen are paired up and each pair is introduced together. This can either be just the bridesmaids and groomsmen or can include parents of the newlyweds and/or flower girls and ring bearers. Who you include is up to you, but this is the most traditional and most common introduction.

The Groups

With this version, you select a song for each of three groups. The first group is the parents of the newlyweds and they get their own song. The next group is the wedding party including a best man and maid of honor. The last group is made up of the newlyweds. Each group getting their own song to come out to. It's a fun way to mix things up.

Just The Couple

You may also opt to introduce only the couple that just got married. If there are too many people to introduce or you want to do things low key, it's still a good idea to have yourselves introduced into the reception. It's a time to be celebrated and it let's the wedding party and wedding guests know that things are about to turn up.

Which method is best?

There is no right answer here. Do whichever appeals to you most and consult with your wedding DJ, they should have so much experience with this that they can give some good recommendations. Whatever you do for your wedding party introductions... make sure it fits your style and that you have fun.

Cool Gifts and Accessories for DJs

Ever want to buy your favorite DJ a gift, you know, just to say thanks for killing it? Or maybe you have a DJ in the family... your brother a disc jockey? What about a cousin or friend from school? I know you've probably wanted to but maybe you just haven't pulled the trigger. Well, we're here to tell you that cool dj accessories as well as some pretty funny dj gifts do exist, and you can buy them.

Funny DJ Gifts

We all love gag gifts, right? Right! Giving funny gifts can be rewarding. Seeing the look on the receivers face when they get a present they're totally not expecting. Here's one funny gift for DJs specifically!

Here we have the DJ scratch pad for cats. Get it? Scratch pad?! Like, cause DJs scratch records. You get it! We'll here's an awesome turntable replica with a scratch pad (record) for your feline friend!

You can buy it here.

Cool DJ Accessories

DJs are always acquiring more gear, so here is a list of some cool dj accessories you can get as a gift for your favorite disc jockey.

• Collapsible gear cart [Buy here]
• Some great headphones [Buy here]
• Laptop stand [Buy here]
• Portable turntable [Buy here]

DJ Extras: Uplighting for your Wedding or Event

I'm sure you've heard the term, "the cherry on top." This term refers to the last piece or the finishing touch to something, just like a cherry on the top of an ice cream sundae would be. When it comes to weddings and events of all kinds, that finishing touch, that cherry on top, is uplighting, and your DJ can help you with that.

What is uplighting?

Uplighting simply refers to the lighting in a room that accents a wall or pillar or another structure either to highlight it or to add a hue to the room to coordinate with decor and contribute to overall ambiance and atmosphere. Here is an example:

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Uplighting can be done in any number of colors, from red uplights, purple uplighting, green colored uplights, blues, amber colors and everything in between. They're usually rented on a per-light basis, meaning you can rent anywhere from 1 to a million, though most events likely fall somewhere between 10 and 30 lights.

What does uplighting cost?

Uplighting rental can range in price per provider, but let's use one Maryland wedding DJ company as an example. Their rates are $40 per uplight which for 10 lights would be $400 and for 20 lights would be $800 and so on. You'll also want to check with any company you choose to see if there is a setup or charge fee. The company we're using as an example has a $75 setup and charge fee which means they will charge the lights and set to your specific color and charge the batteries on the lights and setup and breakdown the lights at the end of your event. These setup and charge fees are sometimes waived so make sure to ask, it can't hurt.

Hopefully that gives a good idea of what to consider when looking into uplighting for your wedding or event. If it's in the budget it's a great way to enhance any gathering.

World's Youngest DJ

Aaliyah taught us that age ain't nothing but a number, and it's never been truer in this world of freelancers, creatives, artists, and entrepreneurs. So when searching to find the world's youngest DJ, it's no surprise that the Internet turned up something expected, yet a little unexpected - a DJ younger than you'd ever guess.

Here's DJ Arch Jnr, a South African DJ prodigy in the making. After winning South Africa's Got Talent in 2015, this little guy is headed for big things in the DJ world. Could he be the next A-Trak or DJ Qbert? Sure. But, will he be? Time will tell for this young DJ. In the meantime, we can all watch the prodigy in action and wish we got started this young.

Most Requested Songs of 2016

As DJs, we get a lot of requests, especially at weddings and private events. Every year there are a new batch of favorite artists or songs that rise to the top and then there are the old staples that reign supreme. Whether you're into newer music, or prefer a DJ that can mix the appropriate old tunes, a good DJ will be able to accommodate both.

There's a very popular DJ software that ranks the top 200 most requested songs each year, and while it's not entirely accurate (doesn't track requests at an actual wedding or event, and only takes into account DJs who use the software, etc.) it can at least give a good look into what has been popular over the year.

Here's a snapshot of the top 10, but head on over for the full list.

Why do DJs Take Requests?

One of the biggest and most important skills that a good DJ needs to have is the ability to read the crowd. In doing so, a great DJ will be taking in so much information  about the crowd and checking that against their own music knowledge and experience reading crowds from the past. One of the ways good DJs read the crowd is by taking requests.

Now, a good DJ isn't going to play all requests, but they're going to use that information to make better song selection that can appeal to the majority of the people at the wedding or event or club or party. For example, if you're at a club and someone requests an old classic rock song, it's probably not the best environment to play that song, but it can let the DJ know that there may be some people there that are into more rock-influenced, edgier music. With that info, a DJ can choose songs that will fit in with the energy level and the environment that would please that person. 

That's just one example, but there are many, many more ways good DJs use requests. So, if you're out and you're at an event with a DJ, feel free to make a request, just know that if it can't be played, the DJ is likely using that info to find things that you will like that fits in better.

Oh and for some dj humor, here's an awesome clip of DJ No Request from the movie The Goods:

How to Dance to JuJu on that Beat

Ah, the good ol' group/line dance game has a newer player in "JUJU ON THAT BEAT" by Zay Hilfigerrr and Zayion McCall. You probably haven't heard of them but you know the song, or you've seen someone dancing to it, or you've been at a wedding where someone requested it and the DJ obliged. Whether you're into group/line dances or not into them, if you attend or plan to attend weddings or events anytime soon, you aught to learn the song/dance and be in the know.

Here we've got a choreographer who has broken down the steps to teach the dance in it's entirety:

Some DJs are cool with these types of requests and some aren't, but heck, if you like the song and you're at a wedding, go ahead and request it. In fact, most DJs will likely be happy that you're not requesting the older, cheesier group/line dances like electric slide or ymca. A good DJ will be able to read the crowd and see if it's the right thing to mix in or not.

So, learn the song, learn the moves, and if you feel so inclined... bust a move at the next wedding you attend. Oh, and although it's older, people are still requesting the Cupid Shuffle, so if you're into this kind of thing, you may want to learn that one too.

It Seems Everyone is a DJ These Days

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I guess the recession hit everyone hard, including celebrities, because some of the most unexpected stars have turned to DJing over the last number of years. Appearances and endorsements must really be down. It takes a lot to be a real DJ, so it's unlikely any of these celebs are any good technically, but hey, it's not what you know, it's who you know, right?!

Here are a few celebs that took up DJing
Shaquille O'Neal aka DJ Diesel
Hulk Hogan aka DJ Oh Brother (I guess)
Paris Hilton aka DJ Paris Hilton
Prince Harry aka DJ Harry Houdini (I guess)

There are so many more and I won't list them all here but with everyone turning to DJing over the past few years, it begs the question... What makes a good DJ? We know that it takes a lot more than notoriety to be good at something, which is why being a celebrity DJ doesn't make you good. When hiring a DJ for your event, make sure you do your homework and get to know who you're hiring and most importantly, if they're any good.

Who was the First DJ Ever?

DJing has become very popular lately. Whether it be DJs for weddings, private events, bars, clubs, parties, or the hottest music festivals on Earth, one thing is certain, DJs basically rule the entertainment world right now. Celebrities, athletes, and basically anyone you can think of has jumped into the DJing world as of late. Though, fame doesn't make them good DJs, it does bring more attention to the art form!

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First DJ Ever

So, with all this attention on DJs, we kinda want to know who was the first DJ ever? Who got things started and started the trend that got us all to where we are today?

The term Disc Jockey was first coined in the 1930's and mostly refers to radio personalities. Though they simply played records, their contribution evolved to what today's DJs do with regards to mixing music and other important skills. The idea of a DJ being a performer and a musician all started with Jimmy Savile in 1943 when he threw the world's first ever DJ dance party and later was the first person credited with using turntables to continuously play music.

Today, DJing is a lot more than simply playing music. You've got to mix music live, read the crowd, have vast music knowledge and a large music library, and you've got to understand the energy in a room and mix based on all of those factors and more. DJing isn't easy but it sure is fun!

So, there you have it. Jimmy Savile brought DJing to the world, but many greats over the decades have made it what it is today.