Wedding Songs Podcast

Matthew Campbell

Elevate your wedding services with expert music and planning insights! Hosted by Matthew Campbell, My Wedding Songs’ Chief Party Playlist Officer, each episode encourages 1. DJs/Bands to discover new music trends & client-winning strategies. 2. Planners/Coordinators to master music selection & orchestrate unforgettable moments. 3. All Wedding Pros to learn from industry leaders & boost your client experience. Dive deep into ceremony & reception music tips, personalized for each pro. Interviews with top planners, DJs, & vendors. Plus, expert advice on client communication & managing music requests. Start helping couples create their dream soundtrack this Thursday!

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Episodes

DJ'n Latin Wedding with Dre Ovalle - E130
Jun 20 2024
DJ'n Latin Wedding with Dre Ovalle - E130
Matthew Campbell of My Wedding Songs and Dre Ovalle of DJ Dre Ovalle chat about DJing Latin weddings.For as long as anyone remembers, Dre Ovalle has split his time between music, books, and learning. An avid reader and obsessed fan of heavy metal and electronic dance music since his early years in Trenton, NJ. Dre’s varied fixations have taken him to a variety of destinations that surely seem incongruous. Dre Ovalle has found his way into a life that is uniquely his own. Equal parts deep thinker, DJ, MC, multi-linguist, party starter, and A/V tech – Dre brings all elements of his personality into his simultaneously cautiously curated, yet extremely spontaneous DJ sets.Holding down monthly residencies at major clubs on the east coast and playing some of the area's most well-known music festivals and prestigious venues, Dre has consistently shown himself to be one of the Tri-state’s most versatile, highly-regarded, and in-demand bilingual DJs. His brand has seen enormous growth in the past year as he continues to freelance for many high-end event companies all along the East Coast. Connect with Dre OvalleWebsite: https://www.djdreovalle.comIG/FB/TT: @djdreovalleShow Notes:-Memorable Wedding Moments-Meet Dre-Festival-Like Weddings-Booking Latin Weddings-Unique Latin Wedding Moments-Does Heritage Dictate Music Style-Latin Music Styles-Understanding Latin Music-Latin Song Meanings-"Pepas" by Farruko-Explicit Lyrics-Keeping High Energy During Reception-Reggaeton-Guaranteed Party Tracks-Music Format-NOT To Do-No Rompas Mi Corazon-Final Tips  DJing Latin Weddings-Bilingual DJs-Follow DJ Dre OvalleA Word About My Wedding SongsMy Wedding Songs is a resource for wedding music planning. Grab a copy of our Wedding Music Planner for ceremony and reception guides with song suggestions. Join the Wedding MusicLetter for weekly trending wedding songs and ideas.
Little Girl The Remix with E. Walter Smith - E128
Jun 6 2024
Little Girl The Remix with E. Walter Smith - E128
Matthew Campbell of My Wedding Songs and singer/songwriter E. Walter Smith chat about his new song "Little Girl The Remix" and his career. Purchase "Little Girl - The Remix"E. Walter Smith’s “Wedding Day!” is the perfect soundtrack to the most important day of a couple’s life…Wedding Day! The honey baritone, Pop/R&B/Dance singer/songwriter’s career started in Shaker Heights, Ohio, and then blossomed when he moved to Atlanta, Georgia, and recorded his New York Times About.com Top 5 R&B Wedding Song, “Little Girl.”E.’s contemporary brand of love & romance offers a fresh vision for a timeless covenant, and breathes new life into hope and “happily ever after.”Connect with E. Walter SmithWebsite: https://ewaltersmith.comIG: @ewaltersmithFB: @ewalter.smithShow Notes:-Writing and Performing Song for Brother-Promotion in St. Thomas-Vow Renewal at Festival-Song for Bride's Processional-Performance Preparation-Your Style of Music-Music Influencers-Performing as Nat King Cole-Inspiration from Talent Show-Favorite Personal Songs-The Story of Little Girl - the Remix -Little Girl - The Remix Details-Custom Wedding Songs-Upcoming Projects-Wedding Day ProjectA Word About My Wedding SongsMy Wedding Songs is a resource of wedding song suggestions. Shop our books and planning guides including Wedding Pros - "The Wedding Songs Planner" and for Engaged Couples - "The Wedding Music Toolkit". Join 8k+ engaged couples/DJs/wedding pros on the weekly Wedding MusicLetter.
Photo Booths & Add-ons with Geoff Pusko - E127
May 30 2024
Photo Booths & Add-ons with Geoff Pusko - E127
Matthew Campbell of My Wedding Songs and Geoff Pusko of Local Motion Entertainment chat about photo booths and DJ add-ons.Geoff Pusko grew up in Cheshire, Connecticut, and graduated from Cooperative Arts & Humanities High School in New Haven, CT, studying and playing the piano extensively.  Although he began deejaying weddings at the age of 18, in the summer of 1999, he went on to study International Hotel & Restaurant Management at Endicott College in Beverly, MA and received a Swiss Hotel Degree at Les Roches Hotel Management School in Bluche, Switzerland.Geoff decided to leave his Guest Relations Manager position at the Westin Maui in 2009 to come back and work at Local Motion Entertainment in Wallingford, CT, and DJ weddings full-time.  With over 25 years of wedding DJ experience, having deejayed over 2,200 weddings so far, and a background in hospitality, Geoff has become a leading expert in the wedding DJ field in the Connecticut and Southern New England area.Connect with Geoff:Website: https://localmotionent.comIG/FB: @localmotionentShow Notes:-Memorable Wedding Moment-Meet Geoff Pusko-Photo Booth Company vs. DJ -Location for Photo Booths-Photo Booth Near the Dance Floor-Photo Booth Taking Dancers-Booking a Photo Booth Tips-Don't Do's-Backdrops-Cold Sparklers-CO2 Cannons-DJ Lighting-Booking DJs and Add-ons-Booking 2025-Hot Dates in New England-Wedding Music Tips-Popular Music-Unexpected Hits-The Wedding Experience-Find Geoff OnlineA Word About My Wedding SongsMy Wedding Songs is a resource of wedding song suggestions. Shop our books and planning guides including Wedding Pros - "The Wedding Songs Planner" and for Engaged Couples - "The Wedding Music Toolkit". Join 8k+ engaged couples/DJs/wedding pros on the weekly Wedding MusicLetter.
Special Wedding Songs with DJ JayP - E126
May 23 2024
Special Wedding Songs with DJ JayP - E126
Matthew Campbell of My Wedding Songs and DJ Jay P of Alliance Entertainment Group chat about special songs at weddings.DJ JayP is a seasoned professional disc jockey with an impressive track record spanning over 25 years. By attending yearly DJ & Event conferences and engaging in regular social interactions with fellow industry professionals, DJ JayP ensures that he remains well-informed about the latest trends and innovations in music and entertainment. He values the trust placed in him by his clients and strives to exceed their expectations at every event. Whether it's a wedding, corporate function, or private party, DJ JayP welcomes the opportunity to showcase his skills, earn your trust, and ensure that your event is an unforgettable experience led by exceptional music and entertainment.Connect with JayPWebsite: https://www.aegtx.comIG/FB: @aegtxdjsShow Notes:-Heartwarming Wedding Moment-Meet DJ JayP-Music Matching Personality-Mississippi vs Texas Wedding-Questions to Ask Couples-Fear of Odd Songs-Fun and Unique Requests-Planning Non-traditional Playlists-Sticking To A Playlist-Incorporating Special Songs-Theme and Local Songs -Music Planning Mistakes-Wedding Music Trends-Texas Wedding Music-Slow Songs-New Songs-Give Them What They Want-Connect with DJ JayPA Word About My Wedding SongsMy Wedding Songs is a resource of wedding song suggestions. Shop our books and planning guides including Wedding Pros - "The Wedding Songs Planner" and for Engaged Couples - "The Wedding Music Toolkit". Join 8k+ engaged couples/DJs/wedding pros on the weekly Wedding MusicLetter.