July 23, 2026
Every incredible wedding reception starts with a great brief. The most talented DJ in Los Angeles cannot deliver a perfect night without the right information from you. After 20+ years as a best wedding DJ Los Angeles couples have trusted, I can tell you that the couples who have the best receptions are almost always the ones who communicated the most clearly in advance. Here is exactly what to share.
Your Must-Play List — Be Specific
Do not just say "we like hip-hop and Israeli music." Give your DJ a real list: specific songs, specific artists, specific moments. If you want Eyal Golan during the hora, say so. If you want "At Last" by Etta James for your first dance, write it down. The more specific your must-play list, the more confidently your DJ can program around it.
Your Do-Not-Play List — Take It Seriously
Think about songs with bad associations, genres your crowd dislikes, or anything that would make you cringe on the dance floor. A professional wedding DJ respects this list absolutely. There is no such thing as too many songs on the do-not-play list.
Your Crowd Demographics
Tell your DJ about your guests: approximate ages, cultural backgrounds, where they are from, how they like to party. A crowd where half are Israeli-born and half are American requires a very different program than an entirely American crowd. The more your DJ knows, the better they can serve the floor all night.
Every Scheduled Moment and Its Music
Provide a complete timeline with music cues for every programmed moment: cocktail hour, grand entrance, first dance, parent dances, hora, candle lighting, cake cutting, and last dance. For Jewish and Israeli weddings in Los Angeles, make sure your DJ has Hebrew song titles spelled out phonetically.
Names — All of Them, Spelled Phonetically
Give your MC a complete written list of every name they will say: the couple, the wedding party, the parents, grandparents, and anyone being honored. Include phonetic spellings for Hebrew names and family titles. This is the most overlooked detail in wedding planning — and the one that causes the most embarrassing moments when missed.
Venue Logistics and Constraints
Share the venue sound curfew, the layout, any restrictions on sparklers, and power locations. The best LA event entertainment companies conduct a venue walkthrough well in advance — but your brief on logistics is still essential.
Your Energy Vision for the Night
How do you want the night to feel? Sophisticated and elegantly paced, or high-energy from the moment guests arrive? Do you want to lead every dance, or disappear into the crowd? Share your personality and your vibe. A great DJ programs your reception to feel like you — not like a generic wedding playlist.
Book a free consultation and we will walk you through the entire briefing process together.
