DJ GIG LOG: Proven Techniques to Get Your Dance Floor Started!

See one of my go-to floor opening methods to effortlessly motivate even the toughest crowds to get on the dance floor. See this technique in action, accompanied by few crowd-pleasing mixes and songs that smashed. 🔥✨
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[@DjHarvieMOSCOW]

you can endlessly look at 3 things: how the fire burns, how the water flows and how Rachel works hard❤

[@DJRachelLynch]

❤️👊🏻

[@sonidogalvan4055]

Rachell , i been using your group picture technique to get everyone on the dance floor then hitting them with a banger cumbia to get the party started and its been working like a charm , thank you for the awesome tip . you are by far one of the best Mobil DJ trainers that i have on here ... once again thank you !!

[@juanlabbe9236]

Can you elaborate on the group picture technique! thanks

[@sonidogalvan4055]

@@juanlabbe9236 so Rachel came up with the awesome idea to get all the guest on the dance floor for a group picture and once they are done taking it you hit them with a banger song and tell them since you are already on the dance floor why not get the party started !! has worked like a charm ...

[@sbash3003]

Holy shit, Blink 182 popped hard!!! i really enjoyed this one.

[@jimdunlop4427]

MY OCD brain loves the way you organize everything! Well done as always!

[@DJRachelLynch]

I wish the rest of my life was this organized. 😂

[@jimdunlop4427]

@@DJRachelLynch that's probably normal for most people. I'm 64 and for years have tried my best to simplify my life. Your perspective changes as you get older. But you're nowhere near that stage my dear. Keep up the great inspiration! I retired from all this in 2013 after 24 years. Your gig logs bring me so much joy!

[@scitch34]

That was absolutely awesome! And I love your bumper video at the end lol

[@DJRachelLynch]

👊🏻❤️ Thank you!

[@djcalvin681]

Dare u not to dance !! Bravo Rachel !! Congrats to the couple great tips on how to do a killer wedding

[@DJRachelLynch]

👊🏻❤️

[@loudawgs]

Great Gig Log Rachel! Thank you for displaying the songs on the screen! Fire!

[@DJRachelLynch]

Thanks so much! ☺️

[@TeeBizz]

i love watching your wedding vlogs....So smooth and consistent every single time.....Way 2 go Girl!!!!

[@DJRachelLynch]

❤️🙏🏻

[@MarioGray-fm9mz]

❤❤❤ this and the photo dash. You keep rocking and continued success in all you love and do Sister Queen😊😊

[@lesleybthedapperkiwi]

You go girl? Keeping it REAL 👏

[@kapisithekid2843]

I always enjoy how clean your set up is. Aside from the awesome DJ service you provide, you do everything solo. Kudos!

[@DJRachelLynch]

This is nice of you to say. Appreciate it. 👊🏻

[@DJDocStudio]

I see many similarities to how you and I build up the energy with the crowd. Helps to see other DJs as a confirmation of what I do myself. Thanks Rachel!

[@DJJAYR]

Great as always!

[@NoCampDad]

Great event. Good crowd.

[@DJRachelLynch]

Yes! Very fun bunch! We all had a great time!

[@maximusclean]

Thanks for the informative video, Rachel!

[@jordanharris506]

I really enjoyed the way you did the songs with titles. Definitely going to check out more of your videos

[@DJRachelLynch]

Thanks for your time! ❤️ Welcome to the channel.

[@walterfowler7557]

Kudos Rachel. Enjoy your content. Thanks so much!

[@RobertStarkey]

First time seeing your video. Great Job!

[@joyfulsoundentertainment886]

Great and Fun Video.

[@DJRachelLynch]

☺️ Appreciate your time to watch!

[@mexikanman]

thanks for including your table set-up!!!!

[@DJRachelLynch]

Appreciate you checking this out. 🙂

[@discoverdevlin2289]

Great song Mixes!!! Loves the tricky into I believe in a thing called love!

[@DJRachelLynch]

👊🏻❤️ Thanks so much!

[@djfe1ipe]

That’s awesome!!

[@theharryoshow4646]

Fabulous job Rachel

[@DJRachelLynch]

☺️❤️

[@NerviosoOnUTube]

Love the end with the pizza and logo❤

[@DJRachelLynch]

Thank you! :)

[@NerviosoOnUTube]

@@DJRachelLynch big fan of your work….keep it up 🔥💥

[@dougtravins9624]

Nice clean setup and your usual great DJ services.

[@DJRachelLynch]

Much appreciated!

[@allandenola5968]

Pretty Awesome stuff -Thank You so much - you are the best ! ❤

[@DJRachelLynch]

👊🏻❤️

[@mistermcclain8178]

My last wedding had “you Raise Me Up” as the mother/groom dance too!😂

[@Homer23D]

Great setup!! Really good MC you did a fantastic job ☝🏽❤️🙏🏽

[@DJRachelLynch]

I really appreciate this. Thank you for your time and kindness. Happy to have you stop by the channel! ☺️

[@Homer23D]

@@DJRachelLynch I am a mobile dj I’m always looking for quick setup but put out a nice look. I hate dealing with my cables & wires. I saw your video with your bag really good stuff. I have RCF evox 12 speakers I’m having a problem with the array speaker moving all the time from vibration of sub or wind. Love the speakers do you have any suggestions what I can do? Let me know because it drives me nuts 😎 thanks Homer Dj 1Love

[@merrilldjsiyen5706]

Wow your mixing is on point. Wonderful use of stems

[@DJRachelLynch]

Thanks! STEMS have made mixing so much fun for me. Tons of creativity has opened up because of it!

[@juanlabbe9236]

Thanks Rachel I have a request: Not a song. You where the first that I saw mixing stems and I see here you do very well. Can you do a video about it. Thanks Always learning from your videos!

[@DJRachelLynch]

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[@djwolfletsgo]

You did great Rachel!!

[@DJRachelLynch]

❤️👊🏻 Thanks so much. Appreciate your time.

[@cellardwellersdiscos]

Top work Rachel.

[@DJRachelLynch]

Thank you so much. I really appreciate you stopping by the channel. ☺️

[@funfunfundjstriviashowdown771]

Fantastic video demo, Rachel! I've been a full-time, interactive DJ entertainer for 30+ years, but haven't seen the DASH done that way. I especially liked the "everyone on the dance floor for a group shot" into 'We r family" [I'm gonna borrow that ;) ]. Your energy, mic skills & overall presentation were EXCELLENT. Keep up the good work!

[@DJRachelLynch]

Thanks for your time to watch and your kindness! I appreciate it a lot. ☺️

[@LEVIJmusic]

Your content is super informative & well done! Thank you!

[@DJRachelLynch]

🫡❤️ Thanks so much!

[@premiermusicdjs]

You rock!

[@jewcekidd]

Great job DJ!

[@DJRachelLynch]

❤️👊🏻

[@fuzzylogic752]

Great video as always :)

[@djmattames]

A lot of great emphasis on efficiency, what to play for whose already on the dance floor, getting others to join in, and moving along through picture times (great idea for photographers and great use of the loft!). Being a party panner goes a long way toward being a party rocker, and you definitely live up to your moniker there!

[@flyrobin2544]

Home run! You knocked that wedding out of the ball park! Having the tables go to the couple got them some excellent pictures. I loved watching the entire event !

[@DJRachelLynch]

Awesome! Thank you! 🫶🏻

[@djlvargas73]

Thanks ☺️ ❤love all video

[@DJRachelLynch]

Most welcome 😊

[@ISURAMUSIC]

Very intresting 🤗

[@clearyourlife7241]

I’m a brand new dj and so happy I found your channel! So much useful info… plus I like that you clearly keep your dance floors full and happy without quick mixing through 30 seconds of each song ☺️

[@DJRachelLynch]

I do quick mix sometimes at weddings, but I’m mindful about when and how I do it. Execution is everything! Thanks for your time to watch! ☺️

[@asc3designs]

Something quick mixing isn’t no the best way to go, more of the people usually want to hear a good part of the song.

[@DJRachelLynch]

@@asc3designs Like anything else, it matters how you do it and when you do it. There are no absolutes in this industry. It is about reading your crowd, understanding what they want, and delivering it in the best way possible. Quick mixing is a fantastic tool to keep energy high and deliver the parts of songs they want and love. However, it is not always appropriate and is not suitable for every song.

[@asc3designs]

when someone like you say that. With a lot of experience I do believe it, and tank you so much for your advice they are really welcome 🙌

[@djbill359]

"This is How We Do it!"

[@DJRachelLynch]

This T-Swift one is one of my go to mashups at the moment!

[@DJN3ZIO]

💯💯💯🔥🔥🔥

[@codychavarria6088]

Almost time for DJ Rachel In The Mix or 2 😊

[@cleats1]

Great video. I always enjoy them. On a side note, I purchased the Hoolyland mic for my ceremony rig and they worked out great. “At least in my area” I know it’s a gamble depending where you are.

[@jetdeleon]

Hi Rachel, another fantastic wedding. I love how you really bring out the love and warmth of the guests towards the couple. That is so special. I was wondering how you came up with exactly what to say when you’re MC’ing…?

[@DJRachelLynch]

It’s been a process really. I was petrified to do grand entrances. I write a script, got tips from colleagues, and practiced A LOT. I refined my mc’ing to something I can remember and it something that feels natural to me. It was probably the hardest thing for me to develop. Appreciate your time to check this out! ❤️

[@DjMoDaDon]

I like that setup

[@DJRachelLynch]

Thank you. 🙂

[@DjMoDaDon]

@@DJRachelLynch Marry Me😇

[@MrDJMikieMike]

Good Morning!!!

[@DJRachelLynch]

Thanks for tuning in! :)

[@DJFANTASTICOENCHICAGO]

first time i see the table dash. great idea not hard to do at all

[@DJRachelLynch]

It can be a really fun addition to the timeline and gives the couple some awesome pics. ☺️

[@thebeatfreakz4278]

Noooice!!!

[@DJRachelLynch]

🫡

[@georgegonzalez1204]

For the table dash I prefer to have the couple run to the tables. Creates more energy in my opinion from your guest.

[@DJRachelLynch]

This is what they wanted. 🙂 I’ve only ever done it with them going table to table. I think it’s fun either way, but I do agree people do get a kick seeing them run around.

[@DJDynablend]

Comon Serato we need a better Auto Play Function im tired of running to the bathroom and back to the booth because the Autoplay is so crap! I would love to sit down at a table and relax for 10mins. Great gig keep up the good work!

[@DJRachelLynch]

Not a knock at Serato, it’s a great program, but I do find it a bit odd that they haven’t refined their auto-mix at all. I’ve heard it’s 🗑️. There are a ton of private event DJs that use Serato and need to step away to line up the wedding party, take care of a pressing matter, or like you said eat something during a 14 hour day. Not sure why they don’t make an update to give you guys something better.

[@DJDynablend]

@@DJRachelLynch I know right! The struggle is real

[@saentertainmentdjsammyj]

Love your video! Can’t wait to try the dash at my next event. You did fantastic with introductions. Did you put anything on top of your totems?

[@DJRachelLynch]

Thanks! ☺️ I have JMAZ Aero Spot 60 movers and Wash Fx lights. However, sometimes I get clients or guests that have photosensitivity and I’m asked to not bring them. The client asked for up lights only and didn’t want anything that flashed or moved quickly.

[@asc3designs]

Great party and tips as well, what time does the party end?

[@DJRachelLynch]

Most events are 5-6 hours and end by 10PM.

[@asc3designs]

Wow you are lucky! here in Switzerland more of them end about 2.00 to 3:00 am@@DJRachelLynch

[@kennethjackson8165]

Hey Rachel, I've been recently checking out your videos... very impressive and informative. I noticed in previous videos, you were using the MaxDesign Infinity. Just curious on when you switched to the "Edge L" and how would you compare the two. I'm looking to break away from the facade look. Great work... Keep rocking!!!

[@DJRachelLynch]

Hey! Thanks for stopping by the channel. The first booth Danny ever made was the Infinity design. He made the Edge and Rack styles last year. I saw them at MEX (DJ show) and LOVED the redesign. Fortunately, my infinity top fits on the edge base so I only had to get the bottom part. I think the Edge is way easier to set up, and I like having two long SKB cases instead. I think if you're looking to replace your facade, the Edge L is the way to go.

[@ElevateandBlend]

Great work! What do you do if you'd like to use an external mixer like an allen and heath for instance for mic control?

[@soundmethod]

Out of curiosity why can I not save your videos in a playlist so I can rewatch later? Some great stuff here.

[@DJRachelLynch]

Not sure. You should be able to. Sorry to hear this. Appreciate you checking out the channel and your kindness.

[@soundmethod]

May of been a glitch this morning. I just tried it and it works just fine, Have a great week. @@DJRachelLynch

[@josephinto9707]

Decided to follow on youtube as well. Do you have a Twitch channel as well?

[@DJRachelLynch]

I do but I’m not active on it. I have… IG Mixcloud Facebook KZbin TikTok ☺️

[@ChrisMortillaro]

Equipment question, can I purchase from Danny the base and side panels like you have for the infinity L

[@DJRachelLynch]

Yes. 🙂

[@Salt_E_Gamer]

Rachel, I’m starting an LLC in PA. Things are very slow getting business. I’m guessing because I’m new and unknown in my market. Any tips you can provide and can you also offer good dj pool recommendations for wedding dj specifically? I’m currently subscribed to DMS but want to check out others that offer good intros and little change to the original song.

[@DJRachelLynch]

XMIX Remix is my favorite pool. Also, check out promo only.

[@kikus9811]

Can you list out the items breakdown where you purchased Miss Rachel

[@DJRachelLynch]

Links in video description.

[@cduemig1]

How long does your full setup take? I’m about 50 minutes arrival to fully setup when using totems. I have a more standard style booth and considering a pre wired solution. That table dash would give me anxiety as well. I’ve done it but only with the couple going around.

[@DJRachelLynch]

The booth itself and speakers is only 8-10 minutes. That’s why syncing the mics, wire management, speakers, laptops, hard drives, etc. From pulling in the driveway to playing my first song… setting up ceremony with mics, cocktail hour, and reception (with lighting and totems) is an hour.

[@carlosdj4884]

What's the total setup time, from rolling in to starting music... thanks in advance

[@DJRachelLynch]

For EVERYTHING from unloading to sound check, ceremony, cocktail, lighting, etc. 1 hour.

[@djaga215]

I saw your power strip/surge protector and was wondering if you use a power conditioner? I was going to buy that Furman surge protector and got bought into a Furman power conditioner. What is your opinion on power conditioner vs a good quality Furman surge protector?

[@DJRachelLynch]

I have a power conditioner inside my booth that all my electronics are plugged into. This provides additional protection to improve the quality of the power they receive. It filters out any noise or interference present in the electrical supply. They are definitely a good call. Especially, for sensitive electronics like ours. The surge protector protect I have for the base is for addedprotection against power surges or voltage spikes. It acts as an additional barrier. I think you made the right decision to get a power conditioner. It has additional layers of protection. 🙂 I have a Tripp lite in my other rack booth. I like both Furman and Tripp lite.

[@djaga215]

@@DJRachelLynch Awesome. I don't use a rack but have the furman I sit on top of the sub I have hidden under the facade table. The Furman conditioner is heavy and I wish there was a way to rig it under a Rockville rockbooth table.

[@gmanlujan22]

What Script do you use for the photo Dash? I have one this weekend and I am trying to have a script to explain it to the guest.

[@DJRachelLynch]

I sat down and wrote a little introduction about the photo dash and what the guests were supposed to. Encourage them to take fun and unique pictures. Make it a competition and game like atmosphere. Keep it simple. Keep it upbeat and inclusive.

[@gmanlujan22]

@@DJRachelLynchthank you so much!!

[@bboymac84]

Them stems go you too right?! Lol

[@DJRachelLynch]

They are a game changer for open format mixing.

[@IdealEntertainmentSC]

Rachel, you've actually helped me with some great gear suggestions and I love how similar we are with out styles, but I actually have to disagree with one thing your'e doing here. How come you're not running everything through a mixer? I can't ever trust a controller to provide quality mic audio, and I always have the 2nd computer connected to the mixer in case anything goes wrong with the controller. For some reason I always thought you did the same thing.

[@DJRachelLynch]

If you research the Roland DJ 707M controller, it is literally designed for wedding/mobile DJs so they do not have to use an external mixer. DJ-707M features studio-quality microphone preamps with independent gain, low-cut, and noise gate on each channel. Additionally, it has individual on/off, level, three-band EQ, and effect controls with dedicated hardware effects from clean reverbs and delays to key-based auto-pitching and auto-ducking; you have total command over your vocal sounds. Not to mention you can also have up to 4 microphones with this unit. No other DJ controller offers this. There is zero need to use an external mixer with this controller. That is exactly why I bought it. Everything I used was purchased with extreme consideration and intent. “The DJ-707M leverages the DSP of Roland’s digital audio consoles to ensure you deliver the loudest, cleanest sound possible-whether it’s with your own PA system or the one already at the venue. Whatever the gig, your clients will remember great sound thanks to features that handle the unexpected, like laptop crashes, surprise guest performers, videographer feeds, and painful audio challenges such as feedback.” “When an event includes a guest musician or performer, you can easily plug them into the front-facing dual 1/4-inch jacks or 1/8-inch stereo aux input without disrupting your DJ configuration.” Definitely read more about it. 🙂 If anything goes wrong with the controller I have other backup options: VDJ internal mode connected by AUX to the EVOLVE 50. iPad with DJAY Pro Ai iPhone with premade mixes to allow me to reboot or swap out my controller for a Hercules starlight. I’ve carefully thought of my workflow and backup plans. 👌🏻

[@IdealEntertainmentSC]

@@DJRachelLynch this is awesome info :). I appreciate you as always! I've had some issues that made me go the external mixer route, so it's great to see that there's a trustworthy controller out there. I had a DDJ 1000 that had a bad power supply and it locked me out in the last 30 minutes of a wedding, and I've always hated the way mics sounded through my controllers. I'll definitely look into this controller type if they make a version that works with Rekordbox and has controls for stems. On a side note, my good friend DJ P-Lo from Asheville told me that he got to hang out with you at DJX last month :). Hopefully I'll get there next year. I'll definitely buy you a drink or 3

[@tepanganiban]

Your music plays off ssd and not the laptop?

[@DJRachelLynch]

Main database on HHD. Essential music like “first dance” on laptop.

[@maximusclean]

What was your total setup and breakdown time for this?

[@DJRachelLynch]

Load from car to venue usually takes 10 minutes. My booth and speakers is about 8/10 minutes total with wire management, laptops/ hard drive, syncing mics, etc. Each totem with lighting adds 2 minutes. Ceremony is 6 minutes. Cocktail hour/satellite is 4 minutes. Up lighting is 5 minutes. Sound check is 2 minutes. Putting away cases/ bags 2/3 minutes depending on where I have to go. Total 40/45 minutes from the minute I pull in moving at a comfortable pace. Break down about 20 minutes.