Your wedding do-not-play list can be just as important as your must-play list. Shane explains which songs belong on it, how many to include, why banning entire genres can backfire, and how a professional DJ handles guest requests without interrupting the flow of your reception.

“What if nobody dances at my wedding?” It’s one of the most common fears Shane hears from engaged couples. Discover how an experienced wedding DJ uses music, timing, momentum and real-time crowd reading to turn hesitant guests into an enthusiastic dance floor.

Some couples send us 15 songs. Others send 200. After 20+ years and 900+ Charleston weddings, we can tell you exactly why the bigger list almost always backfires — and what actually keeps a dance floor packed all night. Here's the number we recommend, plus the must-play/do-not-play system every Lowcountry couple should use before handing their DJ a playlist.

As Charleston weddings close out 2025, music trends lean romantic and timeless. Couples choose “Ordinary” by Alex Warren and “Die With a Smile” by Lady Gaga & Bruno Mars for first dances, then pack the floor with cross-gen favorites like “September,” “Mr. Brightside,” and “I Wanna Dance with Somebody.” Shane Griffin Entertainment curates playlists that blend 2025 hits with classics, delivering handpicked mixes that keep Lowcountry receptions joyful, elegant, and unforgettable

11 top Mother-Son dance songs for getting married in Charleston, embodying Southern charm and deep familial bonds in each melody.

Learn the next steps after hiring your Charleston wedding DJ, from reviewing the contract to filling out the agenda planning form, and more!

When you pick the right wedding DJ, they can provide you with a playlist of songs to suit your style.

I’ve put together a list of the 10 best father-daughter songs, so you can pick the one that speaks to your heart.