A wedding venue isn't just a backdrop. Its size, layout, lighting, acoustics, furniture and even the position of the bar can have a surprising effect on how people behave. Here's what I'm looking for when I walk into a room — and why it matters to the party.

It isn't about finding one magic song. It's about creating the right environment, reading the room and knowing when to push, pull back or change direction. Here's what I'm actually looking for from behind the decks when a dancefloor starts to happen.

Some wedding venues have sound limiters. Some are perfectly harmless. Others can bring your dancefloor to a sudden, spectacular halt. After encountering them at hundreds of weddings, here's what couples actually need to know before booking a venue with one.

Your wedding doesn't need more stuff. It needs the right stuff — and sometimes, the right answer is nothing at all. A slightly provocative look at wedding tackiness, good taste, and why less is very often more.

You won't notice the cables. You won't notice the speaker placement. You won't notice how I've worked out the room before you've even arrived. And that's exactly the point.

You can absolutely make a Spotify playlist for your wedding. You can even make a very good one. But choosing 200 great songs is the easy bit. Here's what happens when you hand responsibility for the entire dancefloor to an app.

When you choose your wedding DJ, you should know exactly who’s going to be standing behind the decks. No mystery replacement, no random DJ from a roster — just the person you actually booked, who knows your music, your plans and exactly what you want from the night.

The full-day package isn't just about having a DJ for longer. It's about having one less thing to worry about. From ceremony sound and cocktail-hour playlists to the last song of the night, I'll take care of the music, equipment and timings — so you can concentrate on getting married.

Not every spare corner of your wedding needs an activity. Sometimes the best entertainment is simply good music, good people and a dancefloor worth getting on.

I don't have a trophy cabinet full of wedding awards. Not because I don't care about doing a great job, but because I'd rather let my clients and my dancefloors do the judging.

Questions for your prospective DJ on that all important Zoom call…

From the awkward swaying and shuffling to the highly choreographed dance routine, through fake-outs, mash-ups and medleys. Let’s take a look at first dances.

There’s a huge difference between hiring someone to play music and hiring someone to create an unforgettable wedding party. Here’s what a quality wedding DJ really costs in 2026/27, and what you should expect for your money.

Why it might not be quite what you imagined and why it’s no reason to panic…

A personal plea. 🙏🏻

The classic hits are still with us for a reason…

It’s a question I’m asked frequently. The answer is a little more complex than you might think…