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Kristin
Devoted December 2021

dj advice

Kristin, on April 14, 2021 at 6:19 PM Posted in Planning 0 6
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So we originally booked a DJ because they were suggested by our caterer and gave us cheaper rates due to that relationship. Working with him wasn’t the easiest (he called me the wrong name once and then missed a scheduled call) but we stuck it out and decided to sign him because he has worked our venue many times. In the end he basically created Spotify lists for us and told me to add whatever songs I absolutely want played and create a list for special songs. (Which I know is what a lot of DJs do now).

So here’s the dilemma...

We went to a bingo night at a local brewery and lovedddd the DJ there. He does do weddings, this is just his weekday fun. We vibed personality wise and he knew about the shoe game and is willing to create mixes for us (which my dad and I have 2 songs so that is cool). My wedding planner basically said it’s up to us what we do, but she has never heard of this guy (makes sense because he’s Palm Beach area and she’s Miami).


We don’t mind losing the deposit with the first guy and the total contract price is comparable between the two. I just don’t know what to do. Plus I hate being mean so the idea of telling someone I don’t want you to play my wedding anymore gives me anxiety lol. What would you do? How would you break the decision to the whichever DJ?

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Latest activity by Kristin, on April 15, 2021 at 11:26 AM
  • Michelle
    Rockstar December 2022
    Michelle ·
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    Go with the 2nd guy. The first one doesn't sound professional at all.

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    Master July 2019
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    It's a professional relationship. You are paying for a service and don't feel like they 1st DJ meets your needs. I would email him (so it is in writing) saying that you have decided to go a different direction and would like like terminate your contract. Just check the contract to see if there is any other money you may owe.
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  • Lisa
    Rockstar July 2022
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    I agree with the previous comments. I would go with the second DJ. You could email the first DJ to say that you decided to go in a different direction and are terminating your contract with him. Double check that you will not need to formally sign any cancellation forms, and thank him for his time.


    I would also recommend that you officially book the second DJ before terminating the current contract, just to ensure that everything is locked in first.
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  • M
    Devoted April 2021
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    Go with whoever you feel is the better match. Your wedding should be nothing but what makes you feel the best. you are not obligated to go with one over the other if you find a better match. Double check your contract and i would make sure that the second DJ is available and booked before you cancel on the first one

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  • Courtney
    Expert September 2022
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    Yea if you feel like you jive better with this new DJ's personality go with them. There's tons of DJs in my own area that I haven't heard of that still offer amazing service. See if you can do a little google sluthing, or ask if he can give you the names of any previous clients that you can reach out to to see how he did.

    Your DJ can really make or break your wedding, so I think it's important to go with someone you get along with and jive with.

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  • Kristin
    Devoted December 2021
    Kristin ·
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    I think knowing a DJ is such a big part is why I’m nervous about the decision. I haven’t had the best luck with the first DJ but he has to be decent to be recommended by multiple vendors. Asking if I can reach out to previous clients of the new DJ is a great idea, I’ll see what he says. Thank you 😊
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