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Good Times Productions Wedding Guide - Open Dancing

Dancing at wedding receptions is unique in that the music caters to wide variety of age groups. Variety is the key to making EVERYONE happy. This is sometimes a challenging task. Input from the Bride & Groom is essential. We need to know family traditions and special songs that are specific to your guests. Popular Genres of Music for Dancing at Weddings include but are not limited to the following:

Dance / Disco (Michael Jackson, Earth Wind & Fire to Rihanna
& Lady Gaga) A mix of classic Dance / Disco music from the 70s to
today sparking the interest of your older guests while keeping them
on the floor when newer songs are sprinkled in.

Hip Hop / R &B Hip Hop is the most popular music in the country. From Rob Base’s “It Takes Two” to Notorious BIG to Jay-Z. Hip Hop sets are sometimes better suited for later in the evening when the wedding formalities are over and the wedding becomes a “party”.

Top 40 Rhythmic Mix A mixture of high energy Pop, Dance, Hip Hop and R & B currently at the top of the charts gives your reception a contemporary vibe.

80s Sing A Long An growing genre being played as dance music at wedding receptions are 80s sing a long classics such as Journey’s “Don’t Stop Believin”, Bon Jovi’s “Livin’ On A Prayer” or Rick Springfield’s “Jessie’s Girl”.

Oldies Runaround Sue, The Twist, Shout etc… Classic party songs that have been filling dance floors for generations.

Party Songs Cha Cha Slide, Macarena, Electric Slide etc…. Popular with some, Disliked by others, these songs draw people to the dance floor with or without the cheese. You might want to consider them as backup plans if other genres aren’t getting the party started.

Slow Songs Often used to draw people to the dancefloor, slow songs or jams create an elegant atmosphere perfect for wedding receptions. Classics such as Elvis Presley’s “Can’t Help Falling In Love With You” to modern songs such as Jason Mraz’s “I’m Yours” can be sprinkled throughout the evening.

Ethnic Specific Dances Ethnic dances and traditions can bring a familiar flavor to your family guests. Latin Weddings often require Merengue & Salsa. Traditional Jewish Weddings often lift the Bride & Groom on chairs during the “Hora”. Asian Weddings often have Tea Ceremonies.

Ballroom Wedding Receptions with older guests often like a mix of Ballroom favorites including Cha Cha’s, Fox Trot, Jitterbug, Lindy, Mambo, Rhomba, Samba, Swing, Tango or Waltz

For a complete copy of "Good Times Productions Wedding Reception Guide, a musical journey through your big day" please download it here

TESTIMONIAL THURSDAYS

A testimonial from St. Johns Prep High School, a frequent School client of Good Times Productions

We have used Anthony Gelo 4 or 5 times in the last few years for various events at our school. Several weeks before the event he checks out the place where he will be setting up and to listens to our expectations. On the day of the event, Anthony sets up way in advance which is great because we've had prior experience where the DJ came late and was still setting up when the event began.

At the last dance we held at our school, Anthony worked the crowd in an amazing way. We had requested that he avoid playing music that leads to inappropriate dancing for a Catholic high school. He played all the most popular music and got everybody up and dancing. However, when the dancing was a little too close he switched the song, the dancing changed and everybody kept dancing with the music. Student from ages 14 to 18 danced for three hours straight and had a great time.

It was the best school dance we have had in years.

Mr. Gelo's approach and demeanor was very professional.

Maria G.

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VINTAGE VIDEO WEDNESDAYS

In my opinion, the 90s was the Golden Era for Hip Hop music. There was no other song that defined that era than Biggie's "Juicy". Listen for it tonight at 80s & 90s night at Bar None. Be the first to mention it to me that it is the Vintage Video of the week and you'll get a free drink. 80s & 90s night is tonight at Bar None, 98 Third Avenue.

Good Times Productions Wedding Guide - Toasts & Dinner

Typically a champagne toast immediately follows your First Dance. The toast is
traditionally given by the Best Man and / or Maid Of Honor. Sometimes parents like to say a few words as well.








*** Suggestion***

Try to limit your speeches to two at a time.
It can become very time consuming if there
are a large number of speeches. If you
have more than two, you might want to
consider splitting them up. Parent
speeches work well before video
presentations or preceding the Parent
Dances.

Diner

Similar to Cocktail Hour music, Dinner music can include genres or songs that aren’t suitable for dancing, personal favorites or a continuation of your theme.




For a complete copy of "Good Times Productions Wedding Reception Guide, a musical journey through your big day" please download it here

TESTIMONIAL THURSDAYS

A testimonial from a recent Wedding client

We hired Good Times Productions / DJ Anthony Gelo for our daytime wedding in October of this year. Daytime weddings are very difficult to cater to, based on the fact that most people do not feel like dancing so early in the day. Our wedding was at 1 o'clock in the afternoon and I can honestly say that the dance floor was never empty. Anthony Gelo knew exactly what to play to keep the party going and make sure my guest were having a great time. He is very professional, organized and an easy going individual. I would highly, highly recommend having Good Times Productions at your next event! Best experience I have ever had with working with a vendor.

Ray & Didi

We always appreciate new reviews of our services. If you have seen us in action and have kind words to say please do so on YELP.

VINTAGE VIDEO WEDNESDAYS

The first video ever played on MTV. Listen for it tonight and be the first to mention it to me and get a free drink. 80s & 90s night tonight at Bar None, 98 Third Avenue.