Guides for DJs and live performers
Practical advice on getting paid for requests: what to charge, how to set it up at different kinds of gig, and how to keep it professional.
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Wedding and mobile DJs
How to Take Paid Song Requests at Weddings
Agreeing it with the couple, pricing, QR placement, what to say on the mic and handling requests you won’t play.
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Mobile and event DJs
Choosing a Song Request App as a Mobile DJ
What matters in a request app, how it compares with cash, payment links and tip jars, and what to ask before choosing.
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Club, bar and residency DJs
Cashless Tips and Requests for Club and Bar DJs
Earning from requests in cashless venues: QR codes vs card readers, working with the venue and keeping records for tax.
Want the numbers first?
See what paid requests could add up to over a month and a year.