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appropriate background music for your wedding reception songs to play at dinner

Everyone has their favorite dance songs, and many brides imagine certain melodies for when they walk down the aisle. However, music is a factor throughout the wedding. While you’d hope that your guests would catch up and get to know each other at their tables during the start of the reception, it’s always helpful to have some backgro... More »

A Charming Playlist for Your Cocktail Hour

Kick off your wedding celebration with these well-loved tunes.

music ideas for your cocktail hour playlist for pre reception

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A Romantic Playlist for Before Your Ceremony

Help pass the time and set the mood while your guests await your vow exchange.

a pre ceremony playlist for your romantic wedding music

Whether you are hiring musicians to play live or utilizing your DJ for the ceremony and reception, you have probably put a lot of thought into the music that will act as the soundtrack to the processional at your wedding. In fact, we wouldn’t be surprised if this is something you had figured out before you were ever even engaged! But what ... More »

12 Upbeat Songs to Play While Getting Ready for Your Wedding

Enjoy these tunes the morning of the big day!

Fun songs to play while getting ready on the morning of your wedding playlist ideas

The morning of your wedding is a time of excitement and nerves. It’s the day you’ve been waiting for, but you may be feeling the pressure of making sure everything goes well. Getting ready with your mom, sisters, and/or bridesmaids can help keep you feeling light-hearted and relaxed, but the right music will keep everyone in good spi... More »

Jimmy Kimmel and Celine Dion Surprised a Las Vegas Wedding!

Celine even performed a song for the newlyweds.

watch jimmy kimmel, david spade, and celine dion crash a las vegas wedding

Some couples spend a small fortune to get a famous singer to perform at their wedding, but that wasn’t the case for Jason and Kate, two majors in the Air Force tying the knot in what started as an intimate ceremony. While hosting his late night show for a week in his hometown of Las Vegas, Jimmy Kimmel informed his audience that there was ... More »

Sweet Songs for the Mother-Son Dance That Aren't Too Sappy

These ten tunes may help keep everyone from crying.

upbeat song ideas for the mother son dance at your reception

The father-daughter dance may be considered the more classic custom for including parents in the reception; however, the mother-son dance is a lovely tradition as well. Plus, there are plenty of brides who choose to share a turn on the dance floor with their mom, for a variety of reasons. The mother-son (or mother-daughter) dance is not only a t... More »

24 Entertainment Ideas That Have Nothing to Do with a Band or DJ

Discover awesome ways to entertain guests with servers, dancers, and more!

unique entertainment ideas for wedding receptions

When it comes to planning wedding entertainment, most couples simply decide between a wedding band or a DJ; however, additional forms of entertainment that have nothing to do with musical instruments or singing can actually help your celebration last well into the early morning hours. A wide range of performers are available for wedding events, ... More »

50 First Dance Songs Chosen by Real Brides & Grooms

Be inspired by these popular and unique tunes for your first dance.

First dance songs from real couples first dance song ideas

While the musical taste of brides and grooms across the country differs immensely, when it comes to the music selected for the first dance, a few things are true. The song typically has a romantic theme, is a shared favorite, or is special to the couple for a certain reason – whether it played on their first date o... More »

Fun Songs from the 1990s to Play at Your Wedding

These 15 tunes will get people on the dance floor.

best 1990s songs for wedding receptions to get guests on the dance floor

As millennials are getting married, it’s no surprise that music from their childhood and adolescence would be big hits at wedding receptions. Music has an incredible way of evoking nostalgia and can transport people back to times that feel simpler. Even those who were too young to remember the 1990s are embracing the return of the fashio... More »

Our Predictions for New First Dance Songs in 2019

Discover newly released love songs that would be perfect for your wedding.

new songs for your first dance wedding reception song ideas

For couples who never had an “our song” together, choosing a tune for their first dance can be tough. There are always classic standards – such as the wonderful “At Last” by Etta James – that your parents or even grandparents may have swayed to at their own weddings. However, you and your s... More »

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13 Songs to Play at Dinner During Your Wedding Reception

These sweet tunes will set the romantic tone for the evening.