Cued Up Events

13/11/2024

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A customer asked me how much it cost to DJ their event....

I answered him: $ 1500
He said: “So expensive for this job?”
I asked: How much do you think it would cost you?
He answers me: “$ 800 maximum... That's a pretty simple job right?!"
- For $ 800 I invite you to do it yourself.
- “But.... I don't know how to.”
- For $800 I'll teach you how to. So besides saving you $700, you'll get the knowledge for the next time you want
- It seemed right to him and he agreed.
- But to get started you need tools: Music library, computer, turntables, a mixer, speakers, wires, etc...
- “But I don't have all these equipment and I can't buy all of these for one job.”
- Well then for another $300 more I'll rent my stuff to you so you can do it.
- “Okay,” he says.
- Okay! Tuesday I'm waiting for you to start doing this work
- “But I can't on Tuesday I only have time today.”
- I'm sorry, but I'm only available Tuesday to teach you and lend you my stuff. Other days are busy with other customers events.
- “Okay! That means I'm going to have to sacrifice my Tuesday, give up my tasks.”
- I forgot, to do your job yourself, you also have to pay for the nonproductive factors.
- “That is? What is that?"
- Bureaucratic, record pool fees, tax, security, insurance, fuel etc.
- “Oh no!... But to accomplish these tasks, I'm going to spend more money and waste a lot of time!”
- “Do you have them? You can do it for me?"
- Okay!
- I'll provide you all the gear and production you need. Truck loading is done Monday evening or Tuesday morning you'll have to come by 6am to load the truck. Don't forget to be on time to avoid traffic
- “At 6am??? Nope! Too early for me! I used to getting up later..
- “You know, I've been thinking. Y’all better get the job done. I'd rather pay you the $1500. If I had to do it myself it wouldn't be perfect and it would cost me a lot more.”

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When you pay for a job, especially handcrafted skills, you pay not only for the equipment used, but also:

- Knowledge
- Experience
- Study
- Tools
- Services
- Time
- Punctuality
- Accountability
- Professionalism
- Accuracy
- Guarantee
- Sacrifices
- Safety and security
- Payment of tax obligations

No one can denigrate other people's work by judging prices.
Only by knowing all the elements necessary for the production of a certain work can you estimate the actual cost.

I did not write this dialogue, but am sharing it to support my fellow entertainers and entrepreneurs.

***PLEASE REPOST AND EDUCATE YOUR CLIENTS SO THEY SEE YOUR VALUE***

14/05/2024

Cued Up provided music for The Center’s “Roaring 20s” Senior Prom. When I saw the opportunity to donate my services, it was a no-brainer! Can’t wait until next year!

27/03/2024

20/03/2024

First Wedding of the season! And let me tell you… it was a Banger! Congratulations to the new Mr. And Mrs. William Nash!

Truly grateful that Cued Up Events was there to help make history!

13/03/2024

“Play our song. We’re leaving soon!” 😂😂😂. Happy Wednesday

11/03/2024

Ok everyone! Let’s start a discussion…

There are so many classic songs that us wedding DJs can incorporate into a set. Over the years, there has been some songs that stand the test of time!!

On the other hand , there are some that were once considered “standards” at Weddings. I’m starting to wonder whether some of those should be shelved for newer. And I don’t mean current. Let’s say from this decade.

Name one song from the last 25 years that can be officially “retired” from our set lists.

Sound off… Go!!!

04/03/2024

Hello everyone! Through this short journey so far as a small , single-op DJ service, I’ve had the pleasure of interacting with some very talented and dedicated Wedding vendors. Whether, they are DJs like myself, coordinators, photographers, venue owners , etc.

I wanted to shout out Paris for this insightful article about our industry

https://djlouparis.com/blog/what-does-a-wedding-dj-do-quite-a-bit/?fbclid=IwAR3yzqazbFD-Ync2QdWyDVgNVVuQ6R7YTJ-8O5n6pNLblqr2VdxwJbGSN3s_aem_AZBohTzhPwCCU_0eYEYec8CTjsWO0yO1PRVWdu8d7CpHyh6TR34CZ3-aOOZJBgIFF7g

What does a wedding dj do? One may think it's just pushing some buttons, but there is a whole lot that happens, starting on day one.

09/02/2024

Here at Cued Up Events, we’re gearing up for an exciting Spring wedding season !

Let’s have a little fun today. What is that ONE song you HAVE to hear at a wedding reception.

And now on the other side of the coin. What is that ONE song you DON’T want to hear anymore at weddings.

Discuss… looking forward to hearing your answers.

Jay

02/11/2023

Cued Up had the honor of being a part of a special day for a future legend William Garland II Jr aka Liam!!! He’s now a student at Daemon!

14/10/2023

Have you gotten your ghost tour tickets yet? There's only a few more left! And this time, we've added so much s'more!

That's right - there's s'more stories, s'more ghosties, s'more ghoulies and .....oh yeah, actual s'mores! The wickedly fun crew at the Museum has joined up with the ghoulishly fabulous team at the Dallas library to bring you twice as many stories - for two nights only!

The Spooky S'more Tour will start at 7:30 in front of the Museum for a nighttime tour around the historic court square before heading to the Museum's courtyard for more stories and s'mores around the campfire. Bring a camp chair, your walking shoes, and all your friends! Tickets are $10 per person and space is limited.

For tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/spooky-smore-ghost-tour-tickets-718540653437?aff=oddtdtcreator

27/11/2022

20/11/2022

Happy weekend DJ!

20/11/2022

Oh what a night! Nothing like an Upstate wedding!

20/11/2022

Cued Up wants to congratulate Jon and Katy Varno! More pics to follow, but wanted to thank you two for having Cued Up be a part of one memorable day. Last night will go down in history!

12/11/2022

As we approach the holiday season, Cued Up has dates available for corporate and private holiday parties! Thank you all for the follows and please share and spread the word!!

23/10/2022

Cued Up Events went “on tour” in August to beautiful upstate NY to celebrate one special couple! A huge congratulations to the new Mr. and Mrs. Torrey!!!

23/10/2022

Cued Up would like to congratulate the new Mr. and Mrs. Allen! Thanks for having me be a part of your special day.

Zimmerwald Estate Barn and Grainery provided the gorgeous backdrop.