#3: From the Aisle to the Afterparty: Wedding DJ Tips with DJ Jillybeatz

Pour a drink and cue the playlist, because this week we’re talking all things wedding entertainment with the one and only DJ Jilly Beatz — a Charleston-based DJ with over a decade of experience turning receptions into unforgettable parties.In this episode, we dive into how to actually create a wedding vibe that reflects you — from picking a DJ who knows how to read the room to navigating the DJ vs. live band debate, understanding pricing, booking timelines, and handling last-minute chaos (looking at you, rogue MOBs 👀).Jilly shares what it’s like to be a woman behind the booth in a male-dominated industry, how she keeps dance floors packed, and what she wishes every bride knew before handing over the playlist.Whether you're planning your wedding or just love a good behind-the-scenes moment, this one’s packed with insight, energy, and a few jaw-dropping stories.00:00 Introduction and Wine Wedding Wednesday 00:27 Importance of Wedding Entertainment 00:45 Special Guest DJ Introduction 01:35 Jilly joins the convo 01:54 What a DJ actually does for your wedding 03:25 Personal stories + why vibes matter 07:37 The power of female DJs 09:33 How Jilly got started in the industry 11:09 How to book your DJ (and when) 11:43 DJ responsibilities throughout the day 13:06 Wild wedding stories: the MOB incident 👀 17:16 Positive moments: bride surprise performance 19:58 Tips for choosing the right DJ for your day 21:06 Understanding DJ pricing + what to expect 23:09 Final thoughts and where to find usConnect with DJ Jilly Beatz: 🎧 https://www.instagram.com/dj_jillybeatz/Got a story, rant, or planning question? Call or text the hotline at 320-558-RSVP (320-558-7787) and dish it ALL - all calls and texts are anonymous!Follow us on our socials:Instagram - rsvp_thanks_podTik Tok - rsvp.thanks.pod