Stephen Sluyter - Top Tips to Effectively Play as a Warm Up DJ
Warm-up DJs generally have different styles. If you have noticed that some DJs are able to kick off their gig right and you’re not, then this guide is perfect for you. Usually, new DJs don’t get the limelight. If you’re new to the industry and you’re given the opportunity to play for the opening, make sure you’re able to use that chance to your advantage. It is your job to pump the crowd, set the mood for the rest of the party, and keep everyone occupied just before the headliner is ready to take over. Texas-based wedding DJ Stephen Sluyter says a successful opening is achieved through a mix of careful song selection, thoughtful crowd reading, and a good amount of patients if something goes the way you don’t want it to. He has played for over a hundred wedding parties and has dealt with almost every type of crowd. Stephen Sluyter gives tips to warm up a party like a pro DJ Learn the music policy Wherever you may be playing, it’s important to know the music policy. This allows