Tuesday, 20 December 2011
Xmas Top 10 Tunes!
Monday, 19 December 2011
DJ... pft, I Fart In Your General Direction
Friday, 18 November 2011
Speakers… Or Are They?
Wednesday, 16 November 2011
Play This, Everyone Will Love It!!!
Tuesday, 15 November 2011
The Bentley - Next time I’ll bring the camera!
Tuesday, 1 November 2011
Memories Matter
Fiona & David's Wedding - Alona Hotel Lanarkshire |
I was having a look through some pictures from last year's wedding disco's and I stumbled upon the one above.
It was taken at the Alona Hotel in Strathclyde Park Lanarkshire. It really is a beautiful venue, especially the marquee, which we were in that night. The white walls of the marquee lend themselves ideally to Mood Lighting.
The picture got me thinking about my caption / company slogan - Memories Matter, which will feature more heavily of the new Disco Therapy website.
I take great pride and put a tremendous amount of time, money and effort into ensuring Brides and Grooms have a wedding reception to remember for all the right reasons.
However, Fiona & David's wedding was particularly memorable for me too. We had a fantastic night from beginning to end, going through the genres. From The Time Frequency to The Time Warp, it was just a fantastic celebration of a wonderful couple.
I'm delighted to say I'll see Fiona & David again at Caroline & Dougie's wedding at the Parkville in Uddingston next year.
Get you dancing shoes on and your glow sticks ready!
Tuesday, 18 October 2011
Tonight Your DJ Is...
The picture captures me in full flow during the party. As you can tell, I'm certainly not a DJ who stand motionless behind my decks.
My ethos is, if I'm not enjoying myself then nobody else will.
Feel free to print the picture off to keep the kids away from the fireplace!
Friday, 7 October 2011
Pretty in Pink - Stunning Mood Lighting
Just a quick Friday afternoon post before I go off to DJ at a wedding in Lanarkshire tonight.
This beautiful Mood Light / Uplighting picture was taken at Pamela & Alex's wedding at the Lounge in Largs.
If you'd like to find out more about our Mood Lighting and DJ / Disco packages, please do not hesitate to contact us.
stephen@discotherapy.com
www.discotherapy.com
Tuesday, 27 September 2011
How Important is Your Wedding Entertainement?
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Friday, 23 September 2011
Oh What a Night... With Chitterybite!
Wednesday, 21 September 2011
ttttt, Time Warp
It's not to everyone's taste, which is why I always have a pre wedding disco / DJ consultation, but why not have a bit of fun and teach yourself all the moves to The Time Warp?
At the end of the day, what is a wedding, it's a celebration, so why not have a ball and don't take yourself too seriouslywhilst you're at it.
Go on, make it your dirty secret...
But I'll be testing that you know all the moves when I see you!
http://www.discotherapy.com
Tuesday, 20 September 2011
Joys of The Job - Eastwood House
Saturday, 10 September 2011
Best Band In Glasgow?
Wedding Show - Georgian Hotel
I’ll be exhibiting at the wedding faire at the Georgian Hotel tomorrow. I’ll be demoing my mood lighting and will be handing out Teach Yourself the Time Warp & Macarena postcards!
Last time I entertained at a wedding at the Georgian, I Mood lit the room Blue, it was truly stunning...
But of course I’m going to say that!
Come along and have a chat, even if you’ve got another venue in mind.
Tuesday, 16 August 2011
Wedding Caricatures
If you're looking for something a little bit different, get in touch with Neil Thomson at www.neilsart.co.uk
Neil makes caricatures of your guests whilst they mingle. He truly is amazing, his fantastic sketches are sure get your guests talking, a great ice breaker for guests who haven't met before.
Monday, 15 August 2011
For Those About to Rock...
It's an album that, in my opinion, redefined music as we knew it. The album encapsulated the raw and gritty edge that the individual members brought to the band.
This album was my introduction into, not only the world of music, but the universe of Rock.
Growing up with two older brothers, who listened to bands like Motorhead, Frank Zappa, Pearl Jam, Pink Floyd, Aerosmith (before they were commercial), The Alice Cooper, etc. My childhood was entrenched with rock royalty and musical genius.
When I've finished playing a gig, whether it's a wedding, birthday, engagement party or corporate doo, these are the bands that I listen to on the way home. Rhianna, Black Eye Peas & David Guetta seem like a distant memory by the time I roll into the driveway with Slash blazing out a guitar solo on my car stereo.
Although Disco Therapy has, in many ways, been a culmination of dream for me, my next brand / project truly Rawks!
I'm bringing my childhood musical influences to a party near you!
So, if you prefer Black Sabbath to the Black Eyed Peas, Kiss to Keisha, Cream to Coldplay, Disturbed to David Guetta, Pearl Jam to Paulo Nutini and Metallica to Michelle McManus (lol), then RAWK DJ is for you.
We're bringing good old-fashioned rock to a party, wedding or corporate function near you. So, break out your air guitar and stay tuned (excuse the pun) for the launch of Rawk DJ.
For those about to RAWK!!! We salute You!
In the mean time, please visit http://www.discotherapy.com/
Friday, 29 July 2011
Wedding DJ Gone Wrong
It's titled "Wedding DJ Gone Bad - Bad Wedding DJ"
However, is he really that bad? Have a look and see what you think.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0NYlNQBj1n8
Yes, he’s extremely animated, but one of my pet hates is DJs who are totally inanimate. I feel that a huge part of my job as a DJ is to impart my love for music, positivity & energy on the party guests.
I’ve seen DJs who seem to have a chair as part of their standard equipment; they’re armed with it at every function they attend, ready to plonk their bum down at the first opportunity.
Based on the video, I don’t think he’s a bad DJ in the slightest, he’s just a man who’s extremely passionate about his work.
Thursday, 21 July 2011
DJ - A Dirty Term!
I was having a look at a well known UK Wedding Directory website and stumbled upon the below:
“In terms of music, people in the UK tend to hire a cheesy DJ with flashing party lights and a bit of microphone banter, safe in the knowledge that he will play all the old disco favourites, from Sister Sledge to the Bay City Rollers.”
Unfortunately, articles like this do not help the perception held by the general public about DJs, especially when it is contained within a website that advertises the services of professional wedding DJ’s.
Articles like this have seen many DJ move away from calling themselves DJs and shift towards calling themselves Wedding Entertainers, MCs, Presenters, Hosts, etc.
Certainly, there is a huge spectrum of DJs within Central Scotland in terms of quality and experience, some of which definitely match the description of being ‘cheesy’ with ‘flashing lights’. However, there are also those (me included J) who dedicate a lot of time, money & effort into honing their skills, musical knowledge & ensuring that they have the best possible equipment available.
As mentioned in previous blog entries, I truly feel honoured when someone chooses me to entertain / DJ at the Wedding. When I DJ, I want people to have the best possible time & remember their wedding reception or party for all the right reasons.
The term Disco Jockey shouldn’t be something I’m embarrassed of - after all, it’s what I do. I’m also someone who cannot simply be described as someone with ‘flashing party lights’ or ‘microphone banter’. Infact the DJ industry as a whole has moved on vastly since the good old days of rope lights & light boxes.
Your wedding disco can be a classy & discrete, or as flamboyant as you want it to be. Choice within the Scottish marketplace has never been as good.
Tuesday, 19 July 2011
Client Testimonials
We realise how important my role is on my clients' big day. Here's some recsent feedback I've
"Thanks for a brilliant night Stephen!You were great! Everyone had a ball. Everyone commented on how good the DJ was...so job well done!" - Ali Ross
Monday, 18 July 2011
Wedding Specialist
This reaffirms our commitment to, no only specialising in wedding entertainment (Mood Lighting & DJing), but also to service excellence.
The Wedding DJ Alliance website states: "All member of the Wedding DJ Alliance are very experienced and specialise in providing first class wedding disco entertainment. Our wedding DJs agree to abide by a strict code of ethics, which is based on professional practices. They are committed to providing a high standard of wedding disco service for your special day"
Dunphail House mood Lighting
The effect was stunning. Set in the African themed, custom built marquee, the mood lighting helped create the atmosphere and mood the client was looking for.
There was fairy lights on the ceiling, flowers hanging from the wooden structure, chill out areas and replica elephants.
It truly was a unique and special occassion that I was proud to be part of.
Sunday, 17 July 2011
Highland Fling!
This weekend I had a 3 hour drive up to Dunphail House, in Morayshire, for a beautifully set wedding in the Scottish Highlands.
Not even the torrential rain could dampen (excuse the pun) the sprits in the custom built marquee, which had an African theme, complete with full-scale replica elephants.
I was joined on stage by the fantastic Dunphail Dance band, who played a few reels to get the party started. After that, it was over to me. We went an hour over time, but what difference does an hour make when you’ve got a three hour driver home!?
Saturday, 9 July 2011
Tuesday, 5 July 2011
A wee Pic - of me
The picture was tagged with - "Our Fab DJ Stephen Elliott"
It's small gestures like that and the wonderful feedback I get that makes it all worthwhile.
I never take my duties as a Wedding Entertainer / DJ lightly, I realise how important it is that people remember their big day for all the right reasons. This is why I always like to meet clients beforehand, gaining a good understanding of what's important to them on their day.
So, for the first time every, I'm putting a picture of myself out there! I'm the guy behind Disco Therapy - the DJ in the kilt!
Thank you to Beth Hastie for posting the pic!
Monday, 4 July 2011
Monday, 27 June 2011
The Bentley Hotel
The one venue I’d always aspired to play was… The Bentley Hotel in Motherwell. Built in 1874, the hotel has real character, Park delicious food, with nearby picturesque surrounds, such as Chatelherault country park & The Dutchess of Hamilton it’s an ideal wedding venue.
However, the Bentley’s main asset is its wonder & efficient. The Manager Joy, is just that, a joy. Nothing is too much trouble for her & her team.
Being a local Lanarkshire lad, my motivation to play at The Bentley was always deeply personal. My wife & I experienced the superb service first-hand when we had our wedding reception there in 2009.
With that in mind, it was a huge pleasure to finally entertain at a wedding in the Bentley, just two weeks ago. It was an even greater pleasure to have my second booking there the following week.
I truly cannot say enough positive things about The Bentley Hotel & Joy. If you’re from the Lanarkshire area & mulling over your wedding venue options, I’d strongly recommend you have a chat with Joy.
Tuesday, 21 June 2011
Somewhere Over the Rainbow
This version is by the late Isreal Kamakawiwo'ole. Ok, it's not very disco, but it's perfect for any wedding reception, playing during the meal or buffet.
I hope you enjoy it... please click here to see the video.
For more about our Wedding Entertainment & Mood Lighting services, please visit our website - http://www.discotherapy.com/
Monday, 20 June 2011
Mood Lighting - Before & After
Click the pic to see a bigger version.
Also, please visit www.discotherapy.com for more information about our Mood Lighting service.
Wednesday, 8 June 2011
DJ Reliability
We took a call last night from a client who had a slightly more considerate DJ, he let them down a week in advance. The reason / excuse he gave the client... His lights aren't working.
This was a new one, I think he perhaps meant, the lights are on but nobody's home!
If this was a genuine reason, it really emphasises the fact that DJ's should ALWAYS have backup gear.
The harsh reality is, however, he probably got offered a gig that is going to earn him more money. This type of person tarnishes the reputation of the whole mobile disco industry.
Fortunately, we're not all like this, there's some of us that still believe in giving fantastic customer service and being 100% reliable.
Friday, 3 June 2011
Top 10 Party Classics
1. Billy Ocean – Love Really hurts
2. Candi Staton – Young Hearts
3. Dolly Parton – 9 till 5
4. Queen – Don’t Stop Me Now
5. Elvis Pressley – Burning Love
6. Journey – Don’t Stop Believin’
7. Jackson 5 – I want you back
8. Abba – Dancing Queen
9. Kenny Rogers – The Gambler
10. Erasure – A little Respect
These are only our suggestions for a top 10, even this will change by the time tomorrow comes. Try and write a top 10 of your own, which song songs get your bum off your set and onto the dancefloor?
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Wednesday, 1 June 2011
Friday, 27 May 2011
Wedding Videographer
One of these suppliers is Mark Devine from Devine Videos - http://www.devinevideos.co.uk
Besides the fact that mark is an amazing human being, he offers a fantastic service. Like Disco Therapy, he offers a highly personalised service, and has over 15 years experience in producing the best wedding DVDs possible.
Monday, 23 May 2011
The Nutbush!
Thankfully, our Aussie friends have saved the day with… The Nutbush!
We discovered this Australian craze at a recent wedding, when a guest (who was from the land down under) requested Tina & Ike Turner’s classic hit Nutbush City Limits. Much to my surprise, the dance floor filled with people sloshing!
To my delight, The Slosh has been reinvented, with a much more up-tempo tune.
So, go on, let it be your guilty pleasure, stick on Tina & Ike & practise the Nutbush in your living room. The neighbours will never know.
Saturday, 21 May 2011
Latest Mood Lighting Picture
Wednesday, 11 May 2011
Choosing the right DJ / Disco
This first question that we’re often asked when someone is making an enquiry is, ‘How much do you charge…’
Of course, this is a valid question as the vast majority of clients have a budget for their entertainment. However, there are many more factor to consider other than price; a bigger factor is value for money.
Many DJs price they’re jobs very cheaply and their service reflects this. They may have a poor sound system, a cheap lightshow, have very little musical knowledge & have bad microphone skills.
In many cases, the more expensive DJs in the marketplace also offer a service that reflects the level of service you can expect from them, they are legally run and professional companies with a fantastic lightshow, crystal clear sound system and excellent microphone skills. They will also have an extensive musical knowledge, with the ability to read a crowd and play the most appropriate for them.
So, when considering a DJ for your night, the main question is – how much value do you place on having the best party possible?