“ONE MORE SONG!” – THE WORDS EVERY DJ LOVES (AND DREADS)

Let’s set the scene: the dancefloor is packed, your nan is two-stepping like she’s 21 again, the air is thick with sweat, joy, and probably a bit of Prosecco.

The DJ hits that final chorus, and just when you think the night has peaked—comes the chant.

“ONE MORE SONG! ONE MORE SONG!”

Honestly? It’s the best compliment a wedding DJ can get. It means I’ve nailed it. Your guests had the kind of night where going home feels like a crime. But before I cue up another banger, let’s have a quick heart-to-heart about how the elusive “one more song” actually works.

🕰️ Venues Have Curfews (Sorry, I Don’t Make the Rules)

As much as I’d love to carry on until sunrise, your venue probably has a strict finish time. And trust me, when the clock strikes 11 (or 12, or whatever the agreed cut-off is), Cinderella doesn’t just lose a shoe — she loses power.

Some venues operate on sound limiters, which means if we push it too far, everything cuts out. Instantly. Think: mid-chorus silence. Not the mic drop moment you’re hoping for.

There’s also a small complication called licensing. Venues are licensed for certain hours and breaking the terms of their license can see them being closed down.

My job? To make sure your party ends on a high, not in an awkward “is that it?” moment.

🎧 Can We Actually Play One More?

Sometimes, yes. If the venue allows a little wiggle room, we can sneak in a cheeky encore. But here’s the deal — we plan ahead.

If you know you want to go out with a bang (and maybe a sparkler tunnel), tell me! I can build the playlist with a “fake ending” — think your last song, followed by one final, unannounced, absolute floor-filler. It’s sneaky. It’s satisfying. It works.

🪩 Pro Tip: Go Out on a High

There’s a temptation to try and squeeze out every minute of the evening. But dragging things out can sometimes fizzle the energy. It’s like trying to reheat a soufflé – it just doesn’t quite work.

Instead, we pick a final song that feels BIG. Something singalong-worthy. Maybe it’s Don’t Stop Me Now, Mr Brightside (controversial, I know), or your personal anthem that gets the room screaming.

Leave them wanting more. That’s the secret to a truly unforgettable night.

📝 Let’s Make a Plan

If your venue does allow extra time, we can plan for an extension in advance — no awkward “can we keep going?” convos needed on the night. But if not, don’t worry — I’ll make sure that final track hits hard, hearts are full, and the crowd leaves chanting your name (and maybe mine too, if I’ve done it right 😉).

So, One More Song?

Always happy to play it — if we can. But if not, we’ll make sure the last planned song feels like the perfect ending anyway.

And hey, if you really want more… there’s always the afterparty playlist. I’ll even help you make it.

Want a DJ who gets the flow, the finish, and the full vibe?