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freaking out about bands or dj/mc!!

philleejphilleej
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Hi Ladies!
I don't know why but I am getting myself super stressed about finding a band or a dj/mc.  My parents really would like a band, but I feel guilty about spending so much money (even if it's theirs) and so far haven't seen any bands I liked.  Are there any bands for under $6000 that anyone would recommend?  Personally, I think a dj with an emcee would be better.  So far I've looked at Elite Entertainment but I thought they were pricey.  Is $1,500 too much for a dj/emcee?  Sorry with all these questions but I'm just feeling crazy!
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Re: freaking out about bands or dj/mc!!

  • MissButtersMissButters
    100 Comments
    edited December 2011
    We are paying $1650 for DJ, Emcee, and basic lighting (Elite Sounds).  One guy we talked to was $1500, and the other guy was $1200 but no lighting.  My FI really liked the Elite people so that's why we went with them.
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  • jwed2011jwed2011
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    edited December 2011
    im personally not into bands but we booked a DJ for only $500 and ive been to 2 weddinds where he mc'd /dj'd hes great...he tends to be a little flighty especially when your wedding is far off but he was amazing and both evenets he was there ealry and did excellent job

    Keith Nixx - 908.451.4783 - hes also on face book let me know how it goes.
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  • USER876USER876
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    edited December 2011
    Smokin section is in the 6K range, and offers 9 pieces.  They also offer private showcases, check out their website.
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  • cutiepie12702cutiepie12702
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    edited December 2011
    We're using a Russian American band, but I really liked Elegant Ensembles and would have probably went with them if we didn't need a Russian band. I want to say they started in the $6k range, but I don't remember for sure.
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  • NikkiPSUNikkiPSU member
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    edited December 2011
    We have a DJ for $1500  includes lights, cocktail, and 2 DJs
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  • AllieCat16AllieCat16
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    edited December 2011
    i used elite entertainment for my 10-1 wedding, we had the 2 dj package. it was worth every penny. kris a was our main guy
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  • LuvOBLuvOB member
    100 Comments
    edited December 2011
    Elegant Ensembles -- We heard great things about them from other knotties.  We met with one of the owners, Mark.  He was such a down to earth person and very professional.  The FI and I walked out of his office confident we were going to book him.

    For $2400 we are getting 1- DJ and 1-MC, plus tons of uplighting to fill the room.

    They have bands also.  Mark plays in one of them.

    GL!
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  • jrgoogrljrgoogrl
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    edited December 2011
    I'm paying $1400 for a DJ. Includes ceremony, cocktail hour and reception, DJ and assistant, personalized gobos,  and lighting. We're working with Colorblind Productions.
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  • sgdc2011sgdc2011 member
    1000 Comments
    edited December 2011
    My DJ is Best of Both Worlds Entertainment... its a cross between dj and band which might be perfect for you.  It's a DJ with Vocalists.  Check them out!  They are MUCH cheaper than a band and you still get the live entertainment feel
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  • kellybee83kellybee83 member
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    edited December 2011
    We're having a band, Phase One from Craig Scott Entertainment.  They are awesome and we're excited about them!
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  • philleejphilleej
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    edited December 2011
    Thanks so much for all of your wonderful suggestions!! I'm definitely going to make some phone calls :)  Are there ways to see these DJs perform besides bridal shows?
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  • CFOLEY56CFOLEY56
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    edited December 2011
    thegenerationnext.com

    Amazing and reasonable...around $4000.
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