DJ GIG LOG: Pop-Punk Wedding at The Hops Company (Quick Mix Edition)

Pop, Punk, and a Promise: The Ultimate Pop Punk Wedding!
This wedding was the perfect blend of edgy punk rock and romantic vibes. To date this was one of my favorite wedding sets I’ve ever spun. In this video, I take you behind the scenes of a pop punk wedding at The Hops Company in Derby, CT! The energy was electric and the crowd was absolutely amazing. Watch as I capture some unforgettable moments and give you a glimpse into what it's like to party pop-punk style. 😎🤘🏻
Be sure check out the reply of this event on Mixcloud along with the set list! Should be dropping next week!
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#weddingdjtips #dj #poppunk

[@djazul2023]

New subscriber here. I love how confident and vibrant you sound when MC'ing. You have great charisma and energy. 10/10

[@DJRachelLynch]

This is such a nice compliment. Thank you! ❤️ I’m actually very self conscious about MCing. It’s my LEAST favorite part of the job. I feel it’s my weakest skill. I’m always looking to get better and more confident. This means a lot! Appreciate your time to check this out. Thanks for subscribing!

[@c00lc321]

I always bring snacks just to stay upright!!!

[@DJRachelLynch]

I have snacks too! Just in case. 💯❤️

[@c00lc321]

@@DJRachelLynch Perfect.. nothing like a fading DJ.. you are awesome!!!!

[@timsmith8506]

That mix into Abba was fire!

[@djdannybhtx]

Excellent work as always Rachel!! Big Ups!!

[@DJRachelLynch]

👊🏻❤️

[@davidhughes8574]

Great video ditto on bringing everything to the gig! I don’t eat at gigs it’s actually in my contract!

[@djroyal414]

Rachel….that was 🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@DJRachelLynch]

❤️❤️❤️🤘🏻

[@matthewbrown4096]

Hi Rachel, I do exactly the same thing here in the UK, i mentally triple check everything before i depart, i get more anx the further away from my base I am as I always think if im closer i can always nip back and get what i have forgotten. You did make me chuckle though when you started your list with dress and shoes then the gear lol.

[@mikecarriechristiansen7415]

Thank you for making this video. Excellent content for us new DJs.

[@DJRachelLynch]

Thanks for stopping by the channel. Nice to meet you! ☺️

[@DJChrisCenzo]

Great video. Nothing better than New Haven Style after a gig. 😂

[@DJRachelLynch]

Facts! 😌

[@robatisan]

Awesome gig log!

[@DJRachelLynch]

Thanks so much for checking this out. ❤️

[@samisaac3908]

Very organised.

[@jtm71]

That Freddy Mercury look alike in the plaid shirt was quite entertaining 😂

[@DJRachelLynch]

He was a superstar all night! ❤️🥳

[@jetdeleon]

I’m a new subscriber too and I came here after watching your VDJ tutorials… I thoroughly enjoyed getting to see you in action… excellent work. Thanks so much for sharing!

[@DJRachelLynch]

This is so nice of you to say! Hope you found them helpful. Thanks for subscribing! I really appreciate it.

[@scotthunter37]

Amazing, I found myself smiling ear to ear listening to those compliments you were getting at the end of your set. That's why we do this. #goDJthatsmyDJ

[@DJRachelLynch]

Thanks so much! I really appreciate your kindness and taking the time to see how much fun we had! Omg. Those two ladies were the best!!

[@djcalvin681]

Outstanding DJRachel !!! Great entrances work , so many tips on DJing , cool video editing….

[@DJRachelLynch]

☺️ Appreciate this a lot!

[@asole100]

The info on equip.... was useful thanks! (I need ro know what to save up for)

[@DreuxDoty]

Didn't get dinner and didn't die!? Love it.. Your mastery of our craft is exceptional and an inspiration! 🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼

[@DJRachelLynch]

❤️🙏🏻 Thank you for your kindness. Appreciate you stopping by the channel.

[@JJontheBeat07_]

Best dj on the road RIGHT NOW!

[@DJRachelLynch]

🫶🏻❤️

[@gunchief0811]

💥💫💢💯💯👌🤙 ANOTHER DOPE EVENT IN THE RECORD BOOK'S dor DOPEST WEDDING DEE-JAY of the year!!!!!1

[@joeloyola4387]

Simply the best!!

[@frankanthonynyc]

Awesome job !

[@DJRachelLynch]

☺️ Appreciate it!

[@dallasslim1838]

Clean set up and full floor all evening!

[@asc3designs]

Great Party! I enjoy it watching your videos

[@DJRachelLynch]

❤️🙏🏻 Thank you!!

[@djnoy842]

Nice mix!

[@DJRachelLynch]

Thanks! 🙂

[@Binnziboy]

Not every crowd are up for it, but when they are, it's the most enjoyable thing. Well done Rach!

[@DJRachelLynch]

Yeah. I don’t get “pop-punk” crowds like this often. It was a fun change of pace. 💯❤️

[@carlosmolinaroman7502]

Another great gig as always….

[@DJRachelLynch]

🥰🤘🏻

[@miked3278]

One of the best compliments for can get from a guest at the end of the night "I am SO SWEATY!" 😂😂😂

[@DJRachelLynch]

❤️❤️😂💯💯

[@stirlingpickett5253]

Big respect to DJ Rachel always representing djing with class🍕🍕🍕🍕🍕

[@DJRachelLynch]

This is so nice of you to say! Appreciate your time to check this out! 🍕 🍕 #poweredbypizza

[@djlvargas73]

Nice mix good playlist thanks ☺️

[@DJRachelLynch]

Thanks for checking this out!!

[@NiAlfie]

You're soo awesome.

[@djjohncawley161]

Great vid! Nice MC work! Keep em comin!

[@DJRachelLynch]

☺️

[@RiffStylez]

Love group wedding party intro's. So much easier to announce lol

[@DJRachelLynch]

💯💯💯💯 It’s definitely becoming a VERY popular trend.

[@gunnerjacksonevents]

Thank you so very much for your fantastic channel, it’s the best 🎉

[@DJRachelLynch]

This is so kind of you! Appreciate your time and support! See ya next time. 🤘🏻

[@gunnerjacksonevents]

@@DJRachelLynch I’m gearing up to launch my own company. I’ll be putting all my years in radio to good use. I had a 3 show company years ago, my what changes!

[@Djjamie.sfx2]

Love your videos!. Could you do a tutorial on how you do some of your quick mixing?. Keep up the good work ❤

[@davidscalf2418]

I LOVED IT! Well done!

[@DJRachelLynch]

🙌🏻❤️ thanks!

[@sonidogalvan4055]

p.s loved the ladies reaction to your awesome performance at the end !!!

[@dougtravins9624]

You are probably one of the only DJs who could get people on the floor in an open pavillion in 88 degree heat in the middle of the day. No lights, just sweat and alcohol!

[@DJRachelLynch]

Summer dance floors can be BRUTAL! 😅 Appreciate this! ❤️🫶🏻

[@yodjdel]

Great log Rachel as always. I'm always takings notes each time you post something. Much success - Dj Del

[@DJRachelLynch]

Appreciate your time to check this out. Cheers!

[@pablomiami]

Love the feedback at the end. Great job.

[@DJRachelLynch]

Thanks! Appreciate your time to check this out. It was a blast!

[@timwiedt]

Killer set. Especially Amber. Wow!

[@DJRachelLynch]

Seriously probably one of my favorite sets. This wedding kicked ass! The couple gave me amazing recommendations of their style. Appreciate you checking this out.

[@lorikeverydayisspecial]

I would have been on the dance floor for every one of those songs!❤🎉

[@marcoramos5923]

HELLO 👋DJ RACHEL 🎧 LOL, THE VIBE, YOU PUT ON TO THIS WEDDING .... GREAT MIXES LOL !! U REALLY ROCK 🤟 THIS WEDDING TO THE BEAT !!

[@DJRachelLynch]

🫶🏻💯

[@djhath]

Thank you for the excellent gig log, Rachel! It's such a pleasure to watch!

[@DJRachelLynch]

Thanks for tuning in!

[@djcoolcliff]

This is a dope video and you have most certainly done your 10k hours and 10 years!!!!! Awesome set up and set!!!

[@DJRachelLynch]

🫡♥️ thanks so much for checking this out. I appreciate your kindness. Awesome of you to say.

[@djcoolcliff]

@@DJRachelLynch Well it’s the truth sis!! You are the truth!!!!!!!!!!! You was killing the mixes!!!!!!!!!!! Great job!!!!! Love from RVA!!

[@eddieacosta1955]

Another Job Well Done Rachel 👍

[@DJRachelLynch]

👊🏻

[@jimsargent7288]

those are the nights that make all the prep worth it. rocked it girl. Congratulations

[@DJRachelLynch]

☺️❤️ Thanks a bunch!

[@andytaylor7661]

Brilliant video! Usually with gig logs videos I lose interest after a while but I watched this to the very end, loads of inspiration for my own DJ sets here.

[@gewing61]

Great tunes and awesome mixing. You were super rushed on your set up but you pulled it off flawlessly. Great video thanks so much for sharing Rachel.

[@DJRachelLynch]

Appreciate your time to check this out!

[@DAMOOSESQUADDJs]

It's always good to walk around always

[@DJRachelLynch]

Always! 💯💯

[@alnorbert612]

So on point!❤

[@DJRachelLynch]

🫡❤️

[@djkeviekevbx]

I love your videos. Keep doing what you do.

[@DJRachelLynch]

❤️👊🏻 Thank you!

[@djnoy842]

Great job as always!

[@DJRachelLynch]

Thanks so much! Appreciate your time to be here.

[@sonidogalvan4055]

when they don't feed us it makes our day a bit longer , i been in situations like that but now we eat before we go ..just in case ...but like you said we survive , honestly when i am just really hungry i ask a waitress if they can fix me a plate , they usually do with a smile on their face and i always always give a shout out to the waiters and staff for the awesome job they do... and when i do come back to the same venue they believe it or not they remember me and feed me lol ... once again awesome job Rachel !! from your number one fan in Chicago..

[@mixwirepro]

🔥 🔥 🔥

[@djtut_clt5236]

Love they way you incorporated some really nice mashups and remixes into your dance set. Good Stuff! Do carry on!

[@DJRachelLynch]

🤘🏻❤️

[@Ziggy_v2]

DJ Rachel is the best 🔥- fyi 10yrs ago I stopped eating at events after getting super sick/food poisoning by a catering company. I just started bringing my own snacks.

[@DJRachelLynch]

Oh no!! That must have been miserable. 😞 I usually don’t eat TBH. I’m too busy and focused.

[@DJRomanCandles]

I appreciate the track listings! Jason Jani charges $10 for his wedding playlists lol. Solid gig!

[@djmattames]

Love the introducing of the first dance song! I might start incorporating this. And I also LOVE the walk-up songs for the speech-givers! Great version of "You're the One that I Want." I always love how your gig logs and videos communicate the thought process/steps being taken (walking around to check the sound, mid-tempo to rebuild the dance floor, etc.). What a great time! And the compliment toward the end of the video about Miley into Britney goes to show that clever mixes have RANGE! Super awesome gig log!

[@DJRachelLynch]

Good ear! That “you’re the one that I want” is one of my favorite cocktail hour tracks. ☺️

[@TOMKATPEDALS]

Had a great time thanks Rachel!

[@DJRachelLynch]

Thanks for checking this out!!

[@torontoweddingdj]

Looked like a great time. As always, you rocked! (You even squeezed in a Canadian track 🇨🇦 lol)

[@DJRachelLynch]

What track was that? 🤔❤️

[@torontoweddingdj]

@@DJRachelLynch Call Me Maybe - Carly Rae Jepsen

[@MyWedSongs]

Rachel, you are so inspirational to the wedding DJ community!

[@DJRachelLynch]

This means the world to me. Thank you so much for your kindness and your time to check out this event.❤️🫶🏻

[@LassoLarry]

Wow Rachel this was one of your best gig logs ever! I especially like the way that you described the songs you were seguing into. Also, it was a treat attending your seminars and talking to you in person at the Marquee show last month. May your life be filled with good music and great pizza!

[@DJRachelLynch]

Thank you so much for your time to check this out. I appreciate you stopping by the channel. It was so great to connect!

[@StereoAnthony]

I'm the furthest thing from a wedding dj, and can't stand almost all of that music, but I work in events, and witness alot of weddings. That being said, I just wanted to comment and join the glowing responses of how professional and well suited you are to your profession. I deal with alot of folks like you, and as a sound tech, I applaud your attention to sound distribution, and quickly and calmly adapting to ever changing situations. Here's wishing for a great season of fully booked gigs and great couples for you!

[@DJRachelLynch]

This means a lot. Thank you for your time to check this out and your positive feedback. It means a lot coming from another event professional who understands the nuances of sound, event production, and the flexibility needed working live events. I have a lot of great weddings this year. Really looking forward to it! ☺️

[@StereoAnthony]

@@DJRachelLynch Glad to hear it! Yes, most people in general have no idea what it takes and what is required, and most of the time we are doing it all on our own! It takes a very particular type of person to do what you do, and it looks like you enjoy it alot. I've watched a number of your videos already, as I like to see what others do (always wanting to learn) and check out any new tech I haven't seen before. Your channel has been great for both!

[@djxtrodinaire]

Great Job DJ Rachel!!! We need more vids!

[@DJRachelLynch]

More to come!❤

[@DjHarvieMOSCOW]

Rain hair are cute!❤

[@DJRachelLynch]

❤😂 Well thank you. Hair spray and rain don’t mix very well FYI.

[@DJPreston-k8r]

It looks like you're running a single bodypack mic for your ceremony. How is the sound with just one, does the upgraded CL3 cardioid make a big difference? I've always ran one on the officiant and one on the groom, but love finding ways to reduce gear load when I can! Great gig log.

[@DJRachelLynch]

I always run one. I use a Omni directional mic so it pics up on everyone. Works great! I usually have the officiant out the mic on a binder or book so it’s centered to everyone.

[@JimHornEntertainment]

Great post!! Do you have the toasters walk up to your booth for their mic and their walk up music? Love that!

[@DJRachelLynch]

If there is walk up music, yes. Gives them an opportunity to “walk” rather than just stand up at their seat or automatically stand by the couple. I don’t always have “walk up” tracks though so it depends. Appreciate you checking this out. 🙂

[@PapaRay922]

Great gig log. Your energy and professionalism was shown at the end when they came up for cards. Now they know what we already knew. You're a great DJ🔥 Thanks for all your inspiration💯

[@DJRachelLynch]

Appreciate this comment so much. The people at the end of the night make all the hard work worth it. That’s exactly WHY I choose to DJ. ❤️🤘🏻💯

[@samuelcoicou368]

What is awesome diverse playlist! You had something for everyone! It doesn’t look like you have an assistant, but your lights are awesome! Is that just sound mode with the a lab Maxis or do you program everything?

[@DJRachelLynch]

Most times I don’t have an assistant. My gear is extremely streamlined and efficient. I want to be as independent as possible. I'm just using Apelabs Maxi uplights with MusikMode. They are phenomenal. It's the entire reason I got them. I do not have any interest in complicated lighting or DMX as a one-woman show. I want to turn it on and just have it look fun and inviting. These do the job perfectly.

[@prodjedgar]

great youtube, love the vibes! "we like to hired you just to hang out" lol

[@DJRachelLynch]

Best response ever. 😂

[@lavishlifedjs]

Dj Rachel you are a true professional...I mean from the intro, your voice control, your consideration for the sound by adjusting the evolve volume, the clean set up...also, the format of this gig log flows well-you got right in to it. Looking forward to eventually working a gig together ! Peck.

[@DJRachelLynch]

Thank you so much for your time to check this out and your kindness. I really appreciate it!

[@Paul-TaylorEventsLLC]

As a brand new Dj/Entertainment company in CT, it would be a dream come true to work with both of you! Huge fan of both of you and your work!!

[@jtm71]

DJ Peck in the house

[@Josshhua1]

Nicely put together indeed...only one little thing...beging a dj ( am also hobby dj ) we're not sound engineers :) @ 06:00, but keep up the good work !

[@chromemusic4401]

Yesss, someone who mixes like me! You’ve proven you don’t have to beat match every track or any track for that matter. I used to spend so much time doing this it took away from me reading a crowd. Keep ‘em bangn’!

[@jiggyblends]

Another Awesome Video🎉 I wanted to ask you what setting do you prefer on evolve 50s? Club, Live, Music etc

[@DJRachelLynch]

Club. +2 Sub. 🤘🏻 Thanks for being here. 🫶🏻

[@djelioentertainment]

awesome job rachel!!!

[@DJRachelLynch]

☺️

[@DJDaveKL]

Dig it as always!

[@DJRachelLynch]

Appreciate your time to be here!

[@DJDaveKL]

Ahhh the spirit fingers at 10:17!

[@designerhelen]

WORLD’s SICKEST DJ GIRL PWR ❤❤❤

[@DJRachelLynch]

🫶🏻

[@amadomascareno6002]

👌🏼👌🏼👌🏼👌🏼👌🏼👌🏼👌🏼👌🏼👌🏼👌🏼❤

[@SteveF69]

Rachel you're amazing and such a pro! Were those edits or stems on the fly? or combo?

[@DJRachelLynch]

Thanks so much. 80% STEMS. The rest remixes. STEMS have been such a tremendous tool for me to elevate my mixes. I got a new laptop so I could ensure I could use them on the fly with no issue. Limitless creativity!!

[@SteveF69]

@@DJRachelLynch I get nervous with Stems sometimes because the results can vary with quality.

[@DJRachelLynch]

@@SteveF69 STEMS 2.0 on VDJ are nothing short of amazing. Check em out.

[@akadlj]

Great Job! Can you let me know what are those edits of "brightside" and "small things" ?

[@superdad8274]

Always so good. 👏👏👏 quick question.. how did you mix low with toxic? Aren’t they different bpm’s? Thank you

[@DJRachelLynch]

Low is 129 BPM Toxic is 143 BPM I split the difference with their BPM and gradually increase Toxic during the transition of the two songs. I used STEMS to cut the vocals of low and layer toxic over it. That’s the blend you hear. Then I have my Crossfade mapped to “echo out “ when I switch decks.

[@superdad8274]

@@DJRachelLynch thank you so much. You are the best.👏👏👏

[@Paul-TaylorEventsLLC]

Absolutely crushed that gig! So awesome as usual!! Just a quick question…what camera are you using for your vlogs and what camera do you use for your dance floor camera?

[@DJRachelLynch]

I use my cell phone which is an iPhone 14 ProMax and a $20 selfie stick off of Amazon. I then edit everything on my cell phone using an app called InShot. Literally everything is done right on my cell phone. I’m as low tech as they come.

[@DJDaveKL]

@@DJRachelLynch I knew if I read long enough I’d find it! Awesome! 🤙🏽🤙🏽

[@rochu.]

Hey! New suscriber. From spain. Working on weddings here is very difficult, because most dj events company offer the same thing: -a guy with a laptop and pirate Virtual DJ 7 version, also ytmp3 downloaded songs. If they don't do this, they use 2 laptops with Spotify! Hahahaha... In the company where I work, we are only 2 djs that offer a new show, mixing songs and connecting with public. The most tipical here in spain is animate the free drink period (where guests are able to drink what they want for free) but i do a "musical" game. Between dinner, while they're waiting food, i say (in spanish obviously): "Table (number of table)" and i put a random song (specially, danceable spanish classics between 80s-to now)

[@djjerryg_soundexpressenter5874]

Awesome event looks like you rocked the house! Great song, selections……by the way, was the music selection, part of their requests of the bride and groom or did you put it together for them?

[@DJRachelLynch]

Thanks for checking this out. This was 70% request from the couple and 30% my choices. I use an app called VIBO that I use for music and timeline planning. I have a video on it if you wanna check it out. 🙂

[@djjerryg_soundexpressenter5874]

@@DJRachelLynch I’d love to see that video, can you send me the link please.

[@DJRachelLynch]

@@djjerryg_soundexpressenter5874 kzbin.info/www/bejne/d3WvlpRtlJJsm7s

[@jsolethedj]

Niceeeeeeeee!!!!

[@DJRachelLynch]

👊🏻

[@SUPAROCKINDJSMASH]

🎉

[@eecycee6073]

sponsored by dj Nick spinelly (quick mix edition)

[@andywise3743]

So over the top 😂😂

[@DJRachelLynch]

What’s over the top? 🤔

[@rjpimprov]

you don't generally want to turn your input up past 12 oclock. past 12 is for mic gain only. does it kill it, no. but that's what the digital gain on the main volume knob is for....

[@SUPAROCKINDJSMASH]

❤🎉hello

[@SUPAROCKINDJSMASH]

❤😊

[@djpaulcole]

Great play list. Just curious, how much of it was requested by the client?

[@DJRachelLynch]

70% client list. 30% my selections.

[@djpaulcole]

I love a full request list. My brain hurts less. Lol

[@DJRachelLynch]

@@djpaulcole They know what they way. I'm happy to accomodate. :)

[@robertoparra2842]

Hello , Rachel what are you setting's in your 50's Treble, base & vol. .

[@DJRachelLynch]

+2 Sub Everything else is flat. Volume 12 O’clock

[@robertoparra2842]

Thanks.

[@djthunder3882]

❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@kentap8792]

💯🔥 love it! pop punk playlist please- 15:52 onwards 💯🔥

[@DJRachelLynch]

I’ll be posting the set to my Mixcloud with the track list. Be sure to follow. ☺️ www.mixcloud.com/djrachellynch/

[@kentap8792]

@@DJRachelLynch for sure thanks

[@djtheoevents]

is that the EYECON remix or Brightside?

[@bubbaschwartz]

Who cares about not getting dinner at the wedding I would go for the Pizza : )

[@DJRachelLynch]

I honestly don’t care at all about dinner, ever. I don’t eat most weddings. I’m too busy to eat or not hungry because I’m too focused on working. I’m definitely NOT one of those DJs that demands meals in a contract. I think that’s silly. I eat before if I can or grab something after the event, like I did here. If a DJ has a medical condition that requires dietary needs, they should plan accordingly and be responsible for what they need to be well and feel good. I’d take pizza over anything anyway! ❤️🍕💯

[@Gonzalez33veracruz]

Hey Rachel, do you use a external mixer for your mics, and dj control?

[@DJRachelLynch]

While a lot of DJ controllers do have inferior mic inputs, I don’t need to use an external mixer with the Roland 707M DJ controller. It has incredible input flexibility, and fantastic mic preamps. It’s the reason I got it.

[@mcentertainmentiom]

what tracks were in the pop punk remix at the end???

[@DJRachelLynch]

I’ll be posting the set to my Mixcloud with the track list. Be sure to follow. ☺️ www.mixcloud.com/djrachellynch/

[@djhidrocalido4821]

❤ 🍕❤ 🍕 ❤🍕 ❤🍕 ❤🍕 ❤🍕 🍕 🍕 🍕 🍕

[@DJRachelLynch]

🫡 🍕

[@MrK33bz]

How long does it take you to unload and set up all your gear?

[@DJRachelLynch]

A setup like this? 30 minutes. Depending on how difficult the load in is.

[@MrK33bz]

@@DJRachelLynch Omg no way! That’s fast !