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How to Find a Wedding Band That Will Rock the Party

There are thousands of bands out there, but how do you go about finding a quality, live wedding band? Unless you happen to know a really great band on your doorstep, then you will have to look elsewhere. On the most important day of your life you don’t want to take any chances with the wedding entertainment. In cases such as this, your first port of call should be an entertainment agent.

You can find a good live band simply by searching the internet. However, it’s important to spend time browsing through the range of acts they supply. There are lots of very reputable music agents out there, but as in any industry, you have to be careful. You will get a gut feeling for how trustworthy the agent is, so trust your instincts.

It’s also essential to speak to the agent and tell them your exact requirements. They will have wedding bands that can perform in a variety of genres, so have a think first about what style of music you want. Soul and funk bands are very popular for weddings. The agent will direct you to bands on their website where you can usually listen to demo recordings or watch videos. This is a hugely important step, and you probably won’t get the opportunity to watch the band live. Listen carefully to how well the band plays together and the quality of the recording. A band that has spent some time on their promotional materials is often comprised of serious professionals. Bear in mind that the recording may sound very different to the band live, so try and watch a video too.

If you can speak to past clients about the quality of the band, then that is a good start. At least then you will have a bit more confidence in their abilities as wedding musicians. You may also be able to find reviews of bands online. There are several good sites out there simply by searching the internet.

By working with an entertainment agent you are sure to get professional advice and guidance, and it will take the stress out of planning your entertainment needs. After all, it’s your wedding day and you need it to be as stress-free as possible! There are many really great bands out there to get your party going. For more information on professional wedding bands or to hire a band, you can get in touch with Music Live UK who can offer impartial advice.

Author Bio: Sam Chapman is MD of wedding band agency Music Live UK, offering the very best in wedding entertainment.

Magical Christmas Wedding Favor Ideas

Need some ideas for your winter holiday or Christmas wedding favors? Click on the video to see a few of our favorite winter wedding favors that would be absolutely gorgeous for your special day:

Need more ideas? Just visit our Winter Wedding shop for a huge selection of elegant and whimsical wedding favors and decorations.

Outdoor Wedding Reception Ideas for Different Seasons

Outdoor wedding receptions and ceremonies can be beautiful at any time of year, so long as you take the weather into account. Here are a few ideas we have picked up around the web in which the happy couples took full advantage of the season in every way possible.

Summer Wedding Inspiration:

Source: Green Wedding Shoes – Outdoor Summer Wedding Inspiration

Fall Wedding Inspiration:

Source: Calgary Wedding Assistant

Winter Wedding Inspiration:

Source: Orange Girl Photographs

Spring Wedding Inspiration:

Source: Betsy White – Flights of Fancy

I don’t personally recommend an outdoor winter wedding, unless you are lucky enough to live in a warmer climate. However, any other time of year can be perfect for holding part or all of your wedding. Check out our other tips on Outdoor Wedding Reception Ideas, or head over to our wedding shop to browse for Wedding Favors by Season.

Wedding Candy: Where to get bulk candy favors

We have just added a new vendor to our amazing stable of wedding shopping partners. If you are looking for bulk wedding candy to use for creating inexpensive wedding favors or centerpieces, you can’t go wrong with CandyWarehouse.com.

The range of colors and variety of different candy brands is astounding! You can get virtually any candy you can think of here, including nostalgic, retro brands that would be perfect for a vintage style wedding.

How about a Candy Stick Jar Display Rack for your retro candy bar?

You could use these Tulip Lollipops as part of Spring wedding centerpieces.

Of course, there are always the classic Jordan almonds in any color or combination you can imagination.

Check out CandyWarehouse for bulk wedding candy for your homemade wedding favors, centerpieces, or candy bar. They have everything you could possible want and it will inspire you with even more ideas!

Tips for Wedding Photo Booths

If you are planning on renting a photo booth for your wedding reception, you need to research your different options carefully and plan ahead for what the vendors need. Here are a few tips to help:

Decide which option is best based on how many guests you have and how much space. If you have a lot of guests, individual booths that only produce 8 photos per hour will have everyone waiting on line or not going there at all. Same goes with video. There are photo booth options that crank out fast-snap black and white images that will have your guests coming back again and again.
Not a lot of space? Go for a small, old-fashioned booth that produces strips of photos.
Having a backdrop, live photo booth photographer, and multiple frame options? Make sure you know what size tables the vendor needs and the type and number of electrical outlets. Also, get table cloths that match the rest of your decor.
Place the booth or tables in a location that is clearly visible, but doesn’t block traffic. You want people to walk past and decide to stop and get their picture done. Whatever you do, don’t hide the booth in a corner. No one will go and it will be a complete waste of your money.
Getting your booth from your photographer or DJ company? Consider paying a little extra for a better photographer who can also get out in the crowd periodically. They will provide you and your guests with some great candids to take home.
Make sure you get a cd with a copy of all the images taken at the booth.
Consider using photo frame place card holders or favors that your guests can put their picture in. Just make sure that the photo booth will produce photos in the correct size.

At every event I have been to the photo booth has been one of the most popular places to hang out. Follow the tips above and you won’t go wrong.