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4 Mistakes to Avoid when Planning Your Wedding Music

Undoubtedly, your wedding music is one of the most important parts of your Big Day.  There is nothing as powerful as music when it comes to creating ambiance and entertaining your guests.  Choosing the right music is just as important as choosing your décor, it sets the mood.   What are some of the mistakes you should definitely avoid making when planning your wedding music?   Choosing something because it’s popular. Just because a certain band is a great option for your best friend’s wedding, doesn’t mean they are automatically the best option for you. Make sure you are you compatible with the band you choose.  When you find the right fit you will know.  They will help ensure to not only entertain your guests, but also compliment your beliefs, your style and your personality.  Finding the perfect band can take some time, so make it a priority early on in your planning.   Not creating a list of “do not play” songs. Obviously, you should create a list of songs you want to listen too (particularly the songs that will be associated with special wedding moments). However, it is also quite important to create a “do not play list” as

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5 Myths You Shouldn’t Believe about Live Bands Playing at Weddings

Here are five myths about live bands you shouldn’t believe: Your wedding is on the horizon and you need some awesome wedding entertainment to put everyone in the mood to get up and dance. Should you call a DJ or a live band? You can call a DJ, but then you’re playing safe, as most weddings end up calling someone to play some songs. Or you can hire a live band. Yes, we know there are many myths surrounding live bands, which is why we are here to bust them, one by one. Here are five myths about live bands you shouldn’t believe: 1.     Live Bands Are Cheesy Even though some cheesy live bands do exist, you can’t paint every live band with the same brush. If you want to stay clear of those cheesy live bands that have given good live bands a bad name, check out their live videos or if they are performing at some location, go and see them. If you like what

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