F.A.Q.

The Following Are A Few Suggestions & Informative Questions Worth Asking Before You Make Your Final Decision On Choice Of Entertainment.

Q. Does your DJ use professional equipment?

The audio equipment used by a DJ and the equipment used in your own home has major differences.  Professional audio equipment is designed and manufactured to go on the road day after day after day. You can rest assure that Lightning Entertainment DJs use only professional equipment to guarantee the music sounds as good as possible for all of your guest's enjoyment.


Q. Does your DJ know the proper procedure and etiquette for your type of wedding?

Lightning Entertainment will be equipped to conduct all announcements and special requests on the day of your wedding.


Q. Will your DJ arrive on time?

Punctuality is a definitive prerequisite, and as professionals we are aware of our responsibilities to you the client. Normal time spent setting up and removing equipment would not be part of the entertainment fee.


Q. Will it be the DJ you were expecting?

When booking a DJ through an entertainment agency you usually will not know for definite which DJ will be performing at your special event.  Lightning Entertainment is not an agency, and will provide you with the name of your DJ at the time of booking.


Q. Is your DJ willing to discuss musical selections ahead of time, and be willing to play requests, particularly if they are suitable for dancing?

Your Lightning Entertainment DJ is a professional and is aware that it is not possible to know everything there is to know about your musical preferences and entertainment needs. We are willing to listen to your ideas and suggestions. We will never play the songs you have asked us not to play. Special requests would never be a problem and your DJ would be willing to play them where they are appropriate.

When guests request music, remember, it is not possible for a DJ to have every song, just as a band would not know every song that could be requested; however, DJs do have greater flexibility in handling requests because they don't have to learn the songs.


Q. What kinds of music styles should the DJ’s library contain?

A DJ should have all types of music with them at the function in order to please a diverse audience. The DJ should be able to play music from the big band, 50’s, 60’s, 70’s, 80’s, and 90’s, right up through today’s hottest hits.

Some music types and songs are unsuitable to play at some functions. Playing heavy metal or gangster rap, for example, might upset or displease some of your guests. Also, songs containing distasteful language would never be played.


Q. Do you tip a DJ and when do I pay them?

The answer to tipping is up to you. If you know the DJ gave you a fair price and a great performance then it is always nice to say thanks.


Q. Am I obligated to provide the DJ with food & drink?

No, you are not obligated to feed the DJ; however, it is a nice gesture to offer a meal of some sort while everyone else is eating. Often your DJ set up several hours before your actual reception, plays for a minimum of four hours, and will be there quite a while after your reception taking equipment down. Most professional DJ's are reliant on their vehicle in order to transport their equipment and for this reason do not drink when working.