Beyond the DJ Booth
Brian B and Joe Bunn tackle questions about the private event DJ industry, share music, gear/gadgets, and stories from their events.
Episodes
66 episodes
When DJs Should Raise Their Rates (And When They Shouldn’t)
Raising your rates isn’t about confidence — it’s about capability.In this episode, Brian B and Joe break down exactly what it takes for a DJ to step into a higher price tier and stay there.Using a real New Year’s ...
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Season 5
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Episode 13
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34:39
When the Dance Floor Disappears: Hard Lessons for Working DJs
Sometimes the dance floor tells you a truth you don’t want to hear.In this episode, Brian B and Joe break down a tough wedding where everything - the room layout, the guest mix, the cultural split, and even the flow of the night -
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Season 5
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Episode 12
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35:34
What the Charts Don’t Tell DJs
The charts are loud but the dance floor tells the truth.In this episode, Brian B and Joe break down one of the biggest gaps working DJs face: what people stream vs what people actually move to at private events. ...
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Season 5
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Episode 11
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24:05
Mike Walter Finds the Greatest Song Ever
What is the greatest song ever? A chart-topping classic? A perfect lyric? A groove that flips a room from murmurs to full-on chorus?In this episode, Brian B and Joe sit down with one of the most respected voices in the private-e...
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Season 5
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Episode 10
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49:52
When Wedding Planners Act Like Partners: Lessons for Working DJs
Ever had a planner ghost right when the dance floor opens? We’ve all been there. In this episode, Brian B and Joe Bunn unpack the night-and-day difference between vendors who simply “show up” and planners who actually partner with DJs to...
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Season 5
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Episode 9
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29:50
Beyond the DJ Booth: How Spotify Auto Mix Changes the Game
What if Spotify’s Auto Mix feature could actually hold its own against a live DJ? We put it to the test (sorta)...and the results might surprise you.In this episode, Brian B and Joe Bunn break down how Spotify’s newest Prem...
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Season 5
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Episode 8
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24:12
When the Planner Disappears: DJ Stories and Boundaries That Work
The dance floor is finally open and the planner vanishes. In this episode of Beyond the DJ Booth, Brian B and Joe Bunn pull back the curtain on a trend that can make or break an event: vendors leaving before peak moments ...
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Season 5
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Episode 7
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40:41
Crowd Control: Lessons From a Thursday Wedding
A purple suit, a mansion party, and one question every DJ faces: how much does the room layout actually matter? Brian B and Joe Bunn open this week’s episode with full Halloween energy — yes, a Heath Ledger Joker outfit — to explore s...
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Season 5
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Episode 6
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28:47
DJ Economics 101: Rent Hikes, Heat, and Hit Songs
An email can change your month...and your mindset. Joe's arrived with a “pursuant to your lease” assessment that nearly doubled the rent on a 600-square-foot office in a 100-year-old building. We unpack what that clause really means, h...
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Season 5
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Episode 5
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34:01
Travel DJ Chaos, Smart Buys, and the COGS Formula Every Pro Needs
Weddings in triple-digit heat, iPads overheating, and handheld fans aimed straight at the DJ’s face: sometimes the smallest tools make the biggest difference. In this episode, Brian B and Joe Bunn share real stories from the road, starting with...
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Season 5
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Episode 4
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21:50
DJ Gear Fails at 11,000 Feet: What Every Working DJ Should Know
A perfect set can’t save a broken signal path.. and that’s exactly where our night in Peru began. After a marathon climb to Cusco and a day at Machu Picchu, the after-party kicked off with the wrong rig, a cryptic “In Use” input, and five minut...
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Season 5
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Episode 3
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41:27
The Five-Hour Dance Set Problem (and How to Fix It)
What’s the hardest event you’ve ever played? And how did your body feel the next day? In this episode, we unpack the reality of five-hour dance sets: why they happen, how to design them smarter, and the recovery hacks that keep you...
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Season 5
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Episode 2
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37:43
Wedding DJ Tips and Stories: Branding, Gear, and the Impact of Iconic Songs
What’s the secret sauce that keeps your wedding DJ sets unforgettable and your podcast thriving? Join hosts Joe Bunn and Brian B as they dive deep into the vibrant world of DJs in this engaging episode of Beyond the DJ Booth. From the nu...
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Season 5
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Episode 1
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27:10
Wedding DJ Style Tips, K-Pop Influence, and Our Season Four Celebration Recap
What do K-pop, wedding DJs, and stylish suits have in common? They're all part of the vibrant tapestry that makes up the DJ life, and in this season finale of Beyond the DJ Booth, hosts Joe Bunn and Brian B. dive deep into the nuances of...
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Season 4
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Episode 13
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25:04
Navigating DJ Life: Nightmare Stories, Gear Tips, and How to Handle Photo Requests During Dance Sets
What would you save if your DJ gear was engulfed in flames? This episode of Beyond the DJ Booth dives deep into the heart of the wedding DJ experience, where hosts Joe Bunn and Brian B. share their own personal anecdotes and invaluable <...
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Season 4
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Episode 12
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28:44
DJ Tips for Corporate and Wedding Success: Handling Event Challenges and Family Drama Like a Boss
What happens when the dance floor is threatened by family drama and a gatekeeping wedding planner? Join hosts Joe Bunn and Brian B. as they navigate the often tumultuous waters of the wedding DJ experience in this riveting episode of Beyond the...
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Season 4
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Episode 11
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26:47
Pre-Workout Vows and an FBI Agent Mic Drop
Ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes at weddings when traditions take unexpected turns? Brian B and Joseph Bunn pull back the curtain on some of the most bizarre wedding rituals they've witnessed throughout their careers as private even...
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Season 4
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Episode 10
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22:51
Should You Still Open with “September”?
Ever wonder why so many DJs open the dance floor with "September"? We're pulling back the curtain on dance floor strategy with a candid conversation about song selection that can make or break your event's momentum.When the photographer...
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Season 4
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Episode 9
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38:03
Beach Setups, Mic Mishaps, and Videographers Gone Rogue
What happens when drummers and Whitney Houston collide? In our latest podcast adventure, we dive into the unexpected rhythmic challenge that has swept through social media – hitting the perfect drum beat during "I Will Always Love You." This se...
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Season 4
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Episode 8
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29:15
Fans, Fallacies, and AK-47s
Ever wonder if those viral social media "hacks" are actually legitimate? In this eye-opening episode, Joe and Brian put popular online claims to the test with their own hands-on experiment. Using three Starbucks cups and some freshly brewed cof...
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Season 4
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Episode 7
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24:32
Overstepping MOHs, Karaoke Bros, and Towel-Warmed Recovery
What’s worse: a best man belting Creed karaoke for five minutes…or a maid of honor hovering in your booth for an hour, vetoing every song you play?This week, Joe and Brian tackle a real-life “Would You Rather” scenario that no DJ should ...
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Season 4
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Episode 6
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36:55
Wordplays, Surprise Drops, and Dance Floor Chaos
Every DJ lives for that moment: you drop the unexpected track and the crowd loses it.In this episode, Brian and Joe dive into the art of musical left turns; those surprise selections and clever transitions that flip the e...
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Season 4
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Episode 5
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28:26
Should DJs Ditch Headphones?
Is it time to hang up your over-ear headphones for good?In this episode, Joe and Brian dive into the growing shift toward in-ear monitoring systems and how it’s changing the way DJs mix, monitor, and show up at events. Joe shares ...
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Season 4
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Episode 4
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28:37
Rainstorms, Trolls, and Apple Store DJs
What do you do when the beach wedding you’re DJing turns into a muddy mess… and your booth is now on the dance floor?In this episode, Joe shares a behind-the-scenes story from one of the most weather-challenged weddings he’s eve...
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Season 4
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Episode 3
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26:36
Why real DJs don't wear shorts and other unpopular opinions
Every DJ knows the struggle of balancing personal comfort with professional standards, especially during those sweltering summer gigs. This candid conversation between Brian B and Joe Bunn tackles this head-on with Joe's controversial hot take:...
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Season 4
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Episode 2
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24:57