Your thoughts! Has anyone used a Spotify playlist instead of a dj or band???

We haven't yet but this is what we are planning on doing so would be nice to hear if others have! xx

We have booked a DJ. a playlist can be a good idea, but I guess the advantage of a DJ is that if the songs aren’t getting people up dancing they can change to something that will

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We're planning on using a Spotify playlist for between the ceremony and the evening reception, me and my partner were just thinking on putting a list together of the songs that we personally like that plays whilst people eat and chat ?

We are hoping to have a band play for a couple of hours and then use a Spotify playlist for the disco part later into the night.


I’m adding in some songs that come into my head that are fun party songs.
I’m also going to say to people on the invite to send me an optional song for the playlist!

I think your biggest challenge will be the equipment and delegating announcements. We aren't dancers either, but we're using premium Spotify and several playlists (including a more upbeat dance one for the guests who want to dance). I think if you can figure out the equipment/ announcements part it'll be fine.

It's a tricky one. The right band/d.j. can make or break the event. A playlist is a safer bet but it might not have the same atmosphere. In all the weddings I've been to, the best ones have been with a great band. A DJ can react to what's working (hopefully) and get people dancing. It really depends what you're after in the end.

Hi.. we’re making our own Spotify playlist, and trying to include something for everyone.

I have seen a few playlist evening receptions and everyone seems to enjoy themselves just as much - especially after a few drinks. But then there is the sound system, you may be lucky and the venue has a decent one you can plug into but don't forget lighting as that will have a big impact on the atmosphere almost as much as the music itself I would say. ( smoke helps immensely ) but not many venues will allow it.

I once organized a wedding where a couple decided to use a playlist instead of a DJ or live music. They did a modest wedding due to a small budget. Therefore, for them, creating a playlist was a great decision. A couple asked me to take care of organizing the musical part of the evening. Together they threw me a few tracks that they would like to hear at the wedding. When I picked up a few more ways for the playlist, I sent the finished playlist for them to listen to. The couple was pleased. All that remained was to check the musical equipment. In the process, it turned out that there was a problem with the audio interface. I immediately started looking for a new one. By chance, I came across https://www.itsaboutmusic.com/best-audio-interface-under-200 , which helped me solve the problem I had encountered. I was worried about how the wedding would go. But everything went perfectly. The newlyweds and guests were pleased with everything. Therefore, if you do not have the opportunity to hire a group or DJ, create a playlist.

We are having a Spotify playlist when we get married this weekend . Not because of cost but because dancing is advised against and dancefloors are closed we didn’t see the point in a DJ for background music.


We are getting married in Marylebone and not allowed loud amplified music outside but need masks inside so this felt the best option