For most people music is one of the most important elements of a party. Virtually everyone loves to dance and
even those who do not want to actually get up and boogie on down love to watch others enjoying themselves on the dance floor and like listening to the music. In most cultures music is an important part of any celebration so if you are planning a party it really is worth taking the time to get the music right, especially as we head in to party season!

Live is usually best

If you have enough space and the right venue it is always worth hiring a party band. Doing so adds something a little extra special to your event.
Most DJs do a good job but there really is nothing quite like live music. It is much more memorable than recorded tracks for one thing. People love the energy of a live performance but you need to ensure you hire a good band to really benefit- it is not enough to go online and hire the first party band you see. That approach is a sure fire way to end up disappointed, you need to take the time to find a group that has plenty of experience and a reputation for filling the dance floor.

The Vibetown party band is a great example of the type of group I am talking about here. They have plenty of experience and perform live at all kinds of events including weddings. Most importantly of all they take a flexible approach and will adapt the tracks that they play to suit the crowd they are performing for.

Choosing a good playlist

However it does not matter how well the party band you choose plays, if they do not play the right kind of music you could still end up disappointing your guests and wasting your money.
It is always well worth spending some time going through their playlists and choosing songs that you know your guests will enjoy. Try to mix things up a bit to make sure that there are tracks that everyone can potentially get up and dance to. This is particularly important for family events where you are likely to be inviting people of all age groups.

If you want some ideas to help you to choose the tracks for your next party you will love this page. It is a list of the most requested party songs so is a great starting point for choosing a playlist and making sure you have something to suit all of your guests.

Background music

You also need to think about background music. It is a good way to create a nice ambience as your guests arrive. If food is to be served having music playing gently in the background while everyone eats can also be a good idea. The best party bands will provide this service as part of their package if you ask them to- just ask if this is part of their deal and be prepared for a slight additional cost, albeit a well worth it one.

What are some of your favourite party tracks?