Band Vs DJ

15.11.13 03:22 PM Comment(s) By Helen

Well it's a debate that rages on and it's hard to be impartial as a lover of live music but in practical terms you would need to think about the kind of atmosphere you are looking to create, what would be suitable for the guests attending, how much space there is at your venue and of course,budget.


Keeping all these things in mind it’s also important to realise just how big a part of your event the musical entertainment is, not many people will remark on the vol-au-vent’s more than a second after scoffing them but a good band or DJ will be remembered long after the party’s over!Live music can be expensive, so if your budget is really limited I would say a DJ is probably a better option (beware of really cheap bands – they are probably cheap for a reason and could turn out to be an expensive mistake for you). Make sure you still do your homework as thoroughly for a DJ as you would for a band and be very clear about the type of music you are after, and more importantly not after, as well as discussing timings, the venue, load-in and other practical details. 


Another advantage a DJ has over live music is the repertoire, because even the best bands cannot have an unlimited repertoire and may not be able to cater for all your requests either before the event or on the night. However, if you pick the right band then what they play should be what you like anyway. 


For me, the energy and atmosphere created by a band cannot be replicated by a DJ playing recorded music. There’s something about hearing and seeing the instruments being played right there in front of you that is special. The relationship between the band and the crowd is also unique each time a band plays, so even if they’ve played the same song hundreds of times it’s different with each audience and that’s what makes live music so exciting. For me, there’s no comparison.

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