Hey there, fellow wedding DJs ! Ready to level up your game? This is the podcast where we swap pro tips on everything from finding those killer, crowd-pleasing Wedding DJ Grand Entrance Songs to decoding the mysteries of the client's Wedding Do Not Play List . We get into the trenches with you, helping you ditch the clichés by digging up the Best First Dance Songs Non-Cliché , mastering the art of seamless flow with killer Wedding Music Transition Strategies , and confidently tackling complex…
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Band or DJ? That question is officially outdated. In this episode of The Wedding Songs Podcast, host Matthew Campbell sits down with Daniel Linares of DLE Event Group in New York City (a company that declined to choose). They don't book DJ-only events. They don't book band-only events. They've built their entire business on the hybrid model: a DJ-led mix with live musicians wrapped around it.…
Subscribe to the Wedding MusicLetter at https://weddingmusicletter.com. In this episode, Matthew Campbell takes you behind the scenes of The Wedding Musicletter . After years of running My Wedding Songs, Matthew explains why he shifted his focus to a curated newsletter and how it’s designed to help wedding pros and couples find those "goosebump" songs. What’s inside this walkthrough: The "Why":…
Amani Roberts (DJ Amani), Las Vegas-based DJ, fractional artist manager, and bestselling author of The Quiet Storm , joins the Wedding Songs Podcast to talk R&B music strategy, DJ business growth, and building a community of 23,000+ industry professionals. In this episode, we cover: R&B "secret weapon" songs that still move wedding dance floors (Gap Band, SWV, Earth Wind & Fire) How to navigate…
What do you do when a guest shoves a phone in your face with a song request? As a wedding DJ, your "flex" isn't your gear—it's your ability to turn a boring moment into a lifelong memory. In this episode, Matthew Campbell sits down with CP Heda, founder of ESSTART, to discuss how DJs can embrace requests to actually improve their performance and business branding. In this episode, we cover: The…
Six Degrees of Separation: What ska songs should a wedding DJ actually play? In this episode, Matt breaks down six essential ska artists - and the specific songs he'd reach for first at a wedding reception. From third-wave ska classics to killer covers, this is your go-to ska playlist guide. Artists covered in this episode: Mighty Mighty Bosstones – "The Impression That I Get" Sublime – "Doin'…
How did Las Vegas become the "Wedding Capital of the World" before Google even existed? In this episode, Matthew Campbell sits down with Las Vegas wedding icons Bri and Shawn Absher . From teaching themselves to code in the 90s to owning a chapel in the legendary Las Vegas Hilton, Bri and Shawn share the incredible evolution of wedding marketing in the desert. In this episode, you’ll hear: The…
The first dance is your debut as a married couple, but it shouldn't be the most stressful part of your wedding day! In this episode, Matthew Campbell breaks down the 2026 trends for first dances, emphasizing why "BPM" (Beats Per Minute) matters just as much as the lyrics. From practicing in your kitchen to the rise of "First Dance Mixes," we’re helping you own the dance floor. In this episode, we…
The Mother-Son dance is a cherished tradition, but in 2026, the "rules" are changing. Whether you want a sentimental tear-jerker or a fun, upbeat moment that gets the crowd ready to party, host Matthew Campbell has you covered. In this episode, we explore how to move beyond the standard DJ introduction and find a song that actually fits your relationship. In this episode, you’ll learn:…
The father-daughter dance is one of the most emotional moments of the wedding day, but it doesn't have to be a "cookie-cutter" tradition. In this episode, host Matthew Campbell dives into the 2026 trends for father figure dances, offering creative ways to make the moment personal and a massive list of song ideas that go far beyond the classics. In this episode, you’ll discover: Unique…
Recorded live from the Pittsburgh DJ Summit , Matthew Campbell brings you the definitive guide to the best wedding music released in 2025. Whether you are walking down the aisle, cutting the cake, or hitting the dance floor for the "Holy Shuffle," this episode is packed with fresh tracks to make your celebration unique. In this episode, we break down the top trending songs across every genre, from…