5 Things Couples Forget to Ask Their Wedding DJ
Planning your wedding in Cape Town or the Western Cape? You’ve booked the venue, picked your dream outfit, maybe even tasted the cake. But have you asked your DJ the questions that really matter?
Here are five things couples often forget to ask – but definitely should:
1. Will You Handle All the Music, Start to Finish?
From the aisle walk to cocktail hour to the final track of the afterparty, your DJ should be able to provide music all day. Don’t assume it’s just about the dancefloor – the full journey matters.
2. Do You Customise Each Set?
You’re not a cookie-cutter couple, and your wedding shouldn’t sound like one. Ask your DJ how they tailor each set to fit your tastes, your guests, and your energy.
3. How Do You Read a Crowd?
This is what separates DJs from playlists. A real DJ responds to the moment – building, switching, layering. Get a sense of how your DJ adapts and flows.
4. Can We Share Must-Plays and No-Gos?
The best weddings strike a balance between guest favourites and your personal vibe. A good DJ will work with both.
5. How Do You Keep the Dancefloor Full?
Every crowd is different. A great wedding DJ knows when to drop a singalong classic, when to slow it down, and how to build momentum. Ask your DJ how they keep energy up without forcing the vibe.
Live DJ vs. Playlist: Why the Real Thing Matters for Your Wedding
Sure, you could queue up a Spotify playlist. But will it pause for speeches? Build the mood? Shift when the crowd changes?
A real DJ brings:
Flexibility and intuition
Seamless mixing across genres
Energy that shifts with the night
Personality and presence
At Dirty Disco Records, I don’t show up with a pre-built list. I show up with years of experience, deep crates, and a sense for what each room needs.
The result? Weddings that sound like you, not just wedding music.
Let’s Make It a Night to Remember
Planning a wedding in Cape Town, the Winelands, or anywhere along the coast? Let’s chat about how music can make your day even more unforgettable.
Contact me today to book your wedding.