Every year, more and more couples are choosing DJs over bands to provide entertainment at their wedding receptions. There are several reasons for this, but here are a few of the biggest factors contributing to the growing popularity of hiring DJs for Weddings:
1. The recent recession put substantial strains on wedding budgets, which in turn made the affordability of DJs a more desirable attribute. Unlike with a band, usually consisting of anywhere from two to seven members, when you hire a DJ, you are only responsible for paying one person. Bands must be able to pay all of their members a decent amount to make it worth their time, especially if they’ve received offers to play other gigs on the same day. They need to make enough to cover not only their performance, but the cost of travel to and from the gig and renting equipment if necessary. With all of this to consider, it’s easy to see how the cost is often lower when hiring a DJ.
2. Limited budgets have also led to a surge in renting smaller event spaces. Bands with all of their equipment take up a large amount of space, and may require a raised staging area so that everyone in attendance can still see the band while the dancers are on the dance floor. So when space becomes a precious commodity, hiring a DJ becomes an even more attractive option. DJ equipment designers and manufacturers recognize this, so they are releasing more higher quality speakers, mixers, turntables, etc. in smaller sizes that can fit snuggly into portable racks and take up very little space when fully assembled.
3. Increased demand for services beyond playing music has also lifted the popularity of DJs. DJs often serve as emcees, introducing the wedding party as they enter the reception, announcing the first dance, father/daughter and mother/son dances, the bouquet toss and other activities such as providing toasts and narrating video or slideshow presentations. On top of all of that, they can even provide a fun and exciting visual experience with colorful LED lights that spin and twirl in time with the music.
4. Lulls kill any party, so it’s important to keep the energy up and more couples are learning that hiring a DJ means the music never has top stop. When a DJ needs a quick break, they need only cue up an additional song or two so the dancers never have to leave the floor.
With ongoing economic instability and the continuous increase in the number of talented DJs available, the popularity of hiring these DJs for weddings is sure to rise even more. To take advantage of this trend for your wedding, consult agencies that can refer you to the best DJs in your area.
