Wedding planning is a ton of work. For some people, hiring a planner to help plan out all the details is a great option to keep from getting overwhelmed. Nicole and Justin, on the other hand, had no problem at all putting together the perfect wedding reception for their epic celebration at the Pittsburgh Renaissance...
Lately I’ve been thinking a lot about how important all the tiny wedding details matter when putting together a celebration that is truly once in a lifetime. Alison and Matt really understood how all the little decisions and decorations would help make their reception absolutely perfect. The reception was held at the wonderful Pittsburgh Airport...
The best advice I can give to anyone for their wedding is to be sure to include unique and special details throughout the day that will make you happy. These are the moments/events/decor that will stand out most to your friends and family. Sarah and Shane’s ceremony and celebration was jam packed with one-of-a-kind elements...
Most wedding couples enjoy a wide variety of music, but not every style is the type that always fills the dance floor. I love working with couples that incorporate lots of their favorite songs throughout the day in order to make their celebration even more special. Katie and Joe love lots of different music and...
Being a DJ, it’s always fun for me to work with couples who love all sorts of music. It’s always great when newlyweds provide me with a list of special songs that are unique to their tastes so I can use that to make their day extra perfect. Bridget and Ryan spent some serious time...
Kim and Matt love Disney! They were engaged at Disneyland and considered having their wedding & reception right there in the park. They instead chose to hold their big day at the amazingly beautiful Bedford Springs Resort right here in Western Pennsylvania, but that didn’t keep them from creating a truly magical day for themselves...
Weddings tend to also double as reunions for all the guests who gather together to celebrate with the newlyweds. Friends and family travel from all over, and for many, it’s a chance to reconnect with people they haven’t seen for many years. Lauren and PJ’s reception was full of love and laughter as everyone enjoyed...
When people find out that I’m a wedding DJ, one of the first questions tends to be “Did you DJ your own reception?”. To make a long story short, yes, I did… but it’s certainly not something I’d recommend. When you work as a DJ, finding someone else to play such an important part of...
Long ago I realized that letting couples choose all the music for their wedding would give their day a unique vibe that matches their style perfectly. Sometimes this means couples will give me a list of hundreds of songs to choose from, other times newlyweds will provide me with only a few genres or selections....
I find all the music I play during a wedding reception to be equally important. While many people focus solely on the dance music, the songs that will play during cocktails and dinner help set a tone for the entire celebration. Every once in a while, I get to work with a couple who is...
One of the things that make wedding receptions so much fun is when the happy couple provides great options for their guests to enjoy. This ensures that all their friends and family will have the time of their lives while celebrating with the newlyweds. Nancy and Kameron did an excellent job choosing a wonderful selection...
There’s always a lot of talk about how quickly time will seem to pass on your wedding day. This sensation happens not only because there is so much to do and so much to see, but also because you are surrounded by all of your favorite people. The challenge is to enjoy every moment on...
Hi, I’m Eric. I’m a Pittsburgh wedding DJ who cares about great music, a smooth timeline, and a dance floor that feels natural and fun, not forced.
This blog is a collection of real weddings, favorite venues, and moments that show what a great night can feel like.
