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Project EngagedAria Top 10 of 1989 with Dani from Logan Ent. & EventsOn this week's episode of Project Engaged we have another special guest - Dani from Logan Entertainment and Logan Events - to help us count down from 10 to 1 of the ARIA Top 100 charts of 1989! Dani is a multi-talented individual who sings, DJs, runs an entertainment agency (Logan Ent.) and a planning + styling business too (Logan Events). Like we said, multi-talented! Dani was able to bring so much to this episode of the podcast as she was not only looking at the count down from the perspective of a DJ, but a singer, too! ...
2025-02-121h 09Project EngagedAria Top 10 of 1989 with Dani from Logan Ent. & EventsOn this week's episode of Project Engaged we have another special guest - Dani from Logan Entertainment and Logan Events - to help us count down from 10 to 1 of the ARIA Top 100 charts of 1989! Dani is a multi-talented individual who sings, DJs, runs an entertainment agency (Logan Ent.) and a planning + styling business too (Logan Events). Like we said, multi-talented! Dani was able to bring so much to this episode of the podcast as she was not only looking at the count down from the perspective of a DJ, but a singer, too! ...
2025-02-121h 09Project EngagedAria Top 10 of 2009 with Celebrant JohnOn this week's episode of Project Engaged we have a very special guest - Celebrant John - to help us count down from 10 to 1 of the ARIA Top 100 charts of 2009! John is a fellow "Triple Threat" as he is not only a celebrant but a DJ and MC too! This quote from his website really resonates with us: "As a DJ, it's more than just pressing play or being a human jukebox, my experience has taught me how to read a room.". And yes, we know last week we did say we were...
2024-11-151h 20Project EngagedAria Top 10 of 2009 with Celebrant JohnOn this week's episode of Project Engaged we have a very special guest - Celebrant John - to help us count down from 10 to 1 of the ARIA Top 100 charts of 2009! John is a fellow "Triple Threat" as he is not only a celebrant but a DJ and MC too! This quote from his website really resonates with us: "As a DJ, it's more than just pressing play or being a human jukebox, my experience has taught me how to read a room.". And yes, we know last week we did say we were...
2024-11-151h 20Project EngagedARIA Top 10 of 2016On this week's episode of the podcast, we travel back to 2016 and run through 10 to 1 of the ARIA Charts to see which songs made the list! As always, we peek across the pond to the US to see what they had in the Billboard Top 10 (mainly to see how many were on our list, too!) and for you indie-heads out there, we check out Triple J's Hottest 100 top 10, too! In our chats we talk about how "playable" each song from the top 10 list is at the weddings we play and any stories we have of...
2024-11-1135 minProject EngagedARIA Top 10 of 2016On this week's episode of the podcast, we travel back to 2016 and run through 10 to 1 of the ARIA Charts to see which songs made the list! As always, we peek across the pond to the US to see what they had in the Billboard Top 10 (mainly to see how many were on our list, too!) and for you indie-heads out there, we check out Triple J's Hottest 100 top 10, too! In our chats we talk about how "playable" each song from the top 10 list is at the weddings we play and any stories we have of...
2024-11-1135 minProject EngagedARIA Top 10 of 1996In this episode of Project Engaged we travel back to 1996 and count down from 10 to 1 of the ARIA Singles Charts. We chat about each track, its "wedding playability" and any fun facts or memories we have about the tune. The number one song of 1996 may be no surprise to anyone that was around during that time...! We also take a peek over the pond at the US Billboard Charts top 10 and the Hottest 100 from Triple J. Eddy + Aleks xx
2024-10-3145 minProject EngagedARIA Top 10 of 1996In this episode of Project Engaged we travel back to 1996 and count down from 10 to 1 of the ARIA Singles Charts. We chat about each track, its "wedding playability" and any fun facts or memories we have about the tune. The number one song of 1996 may be no surprise to anyone that was around during that time...! We also take a peek over the pond at the US Billboard Charts top 10 and the Hottest 100 from Triple J. Eddy + Aleks xx
2024-10-3145 minProject EngagedARIA Top 10 of 2012Hello! In our first episode of Season 5 (woohoo!) we tackle the year that was 2012 and count down the top 10 tunes from the ARIA music chart. For each song, we discuss whether we'd play it at a wedding, any memories each of us have of the song and any other interesting (or not so interesting) facts that we found in our research! We also give a shout to some of the other songs that didn't quite make the top 10 but are very much worth mentioning aaaaand we also run through the top 10 tunes from...
2024-10-2453 minProject EngagedARIA Top 10 of 2012Hello! In our first episode of Season 5 (woohoo!) we tackle the year that was 2012 and count down the top 10 tunes from the ARIA music chart. For each song, we discuss whether we'd play it at a wedding, any memories each of us have of the song and any other interesting (or not so interesting) facts that we found in our research! We also give a shout to some of the other songs that didn't quite make the top 10 but are very much worth mentioning aaaaand we also run through the top 10 tunes from...
2024-10-2453 minProject EngagedSeason 5 TrailerWe are back! Season 5 is about to kick off and we can't wait to share it with you! And this time round, we are doing something very different...! We are bring it all back to the music in a fun and interesting way. We really hope you're gonna enjoy Season 5! Eddy + Aleks xx
2024-10-2204 minProject EngagedSeason 5 TrailerWe are back! Season 5 is about to kick off and we can't wait to share it with you! And this time round, we are doing something very different...! We are bring it all back to the music in a fun and interesting way. We really hope you're gonna enjoy Season 5! Eddy + Aleks xx
2024-10-2204 minProject EngagedS04, E16: We chat party starting tips with Tim the DJOn this episode of Project Engaged we’re interrogating the competition! Only kidding! Our guest is actually a good friend of ours and all-round legend, Tim the DJ! He’s one of the highest energy vendors we know. As well as DJing, he also plays the sax! One squiz at his Instagram and you’ll very quickly see what we mean by high energy. Tim attracts similar couples to us - so much so, we pass on enquiries that we’re not available for and vice versa. In the next hour or so, we’ll hear...
2024-05-291h 10Project EngagedS04, E16: We chat party starting tips with Tim the DJOn this episode of Project Engaged we’re interrogating the competition! Only kidding! Our guest is actually a good friend of ours and all-round legend, Tim the DJ! He’s one of the highest energy vendors we know. As well as DJing, he also plays the sax! One squiz at his Instagram and you’ll very quickly see what we mean by high energy. Tim attracts similar couples to us - so much so, we pass on enquiries that we’re not available for and vice versa. In the next hour or so, we’ll hear...
2024-05-291h 10Project EngagedS04, E15: First half of 2024 wrapped up!We are wrapping up the first half of 2024 weddings in this episode of Project Engaged! We haven’t done our weekend wrap ups in a while so today we’re going to do one huge one for the first half of the year. Obviously there are too many weddings to talk about, so instead we’re going to pick out some fun highlights to hopefully give you some inspiration for your own wedding planning. Or if you’re a wedding vendor, it may give you some ideas for fun ideas to introduce to your clients. We...
2024-05-2534 minProject EngagedS04, E15: First half of 2024 wrapped up!We are wrapping up the first half of 2024 weddings in this episode of Project Engaged! We haven’t done our weekend wrap ups in a while so today we’re going to do one huge one for the first half of the year. Obviously there are too many weddings to talk about, so instead we’re going to pick out some fun highlights to hopefully give you some inspiration for your own wedding planning. Or if you’re a wedding vendor, it may give you some ideas for fun ideas to introduce to your clients. We...
2024-05-2534 minProject EngagedChatting with "One Woman Show", Renee the CelebrantTalk about non-traditional weddings! On today's episode, we are chatting with the absolute master of alternative weddings, Renee the Celebrant! In her own words, Renee is "really shakin' shit up"! She's all about helping couples design a wedding that truly reflects them, while hopefully re-thinking some old, pale, stale traditions along the way. Beyond a celebrant, Renee is actually a triple threat "One Woman Show" - Celebrant - MC and DJ. Renee's got a couple of exciting projects and chats to us about trends she's seeing in weddings she's involved with. We hope you enjoy this episode! We had a blas...
2024-05-131h 10Project EngagedChatting with "One Woman Show", Renee the CelebrantTalk about non-traditional weddings! On today's episode, we are chatting with the absolute master of alternative weddings, Renee the Celebrant! In her own words, Renee is "really shakin' shit up"! She's all about helping couples design a wedding that truly reflects them, while hopefully re-thinking some old, pale, stale traditions along the way. Beyond a celebrant, Renee is actually a triple threat "One Woman Show" - Celebrant - MC and DJ. Renee's got a couple of exciting projects and chats to us about trends she's seeing in weddings she's involved with. We hope you enjoy this episode! We had a blas...
2024-05-131h 10Project EngagedEverything you need to know about your key moment songsOn this episode of Project Engaged we are chatting all about the key moment songs for your wedding. No matter how non-traditional, all weddings - whether a large sit down or a more relaxed cocktail style - will have key moments throughout the day. These key moments all need epic music choices. Have you ever watched a cake cutting in silence? Awkward… In this podcast, we (Aleks and Eddy) discuss: Which key moments will require music What to consider when picking tunes for these moments Some insider tips based on...
2024-04-281h 13Project EngagedEverything you need to know about your key moment songsOn this episode of Project Engaged we are chatting all about the key moment songs for your wedding. No matter how non-traditional, all weddings - whether a large sit down or a more relaxed cocktail style - will have key moments throughout the day. These key moments all need epic music choices. Have you ever watched a cake cutting in silence? Awkward… In this podcast, we (Aleks and Eddy) discuss: Which key moments will require music What to consider when picking tunes for these moments Some insider tips based on...
2024-04-281h 13Project EngagedStationery, signage (and more!) with The Event Wanderer CoOn this episode of Project Engaged, we’re chatting to Tania, aka The Event Wanderer, which is all about epic wedding stationery, signage and accessories. Having spent over 15 years working in various roles across large, small and even international events, she knows the stress and chaos that can manifest when planning any form of celebration, especially when it’s one that’s as deeply personal as a wedding. But she also is a big believer that with the right vendors on hand, wedding planning can be enjoyable. We hope you enjoy our conversation with T...
2024-04-1948 minProject EngagedStationery, signage (and more!) with The Event Wanderer CoOn this episode of Project Engaged, we’re chatting to Tania, aka The Event Wanderer, which is all about epic wedding stationery, signage and accessories. Having spent over 15 years working in various roles across large, small and even international events, she knows the stress and chaos that can manifest when planning any form of celebration, especially when it’s one that’s as deeply personal as a wedding. But she also is a big believer that with the right vendors on hand, wedding planning can be enjoyable. We hope you enjoy our conversation with T...
2024-04-1948 minProject EngagedWhat sound equipment will you need for your wedding?In this episode of Project Engaged Eddy and Aleks chat about sound equipment at weddings. We try our very best to keep it as simple as we can and chat through what sound equipment a typical DJ brings to a wedding and any additional equipment that may be needed (such as a speaker for a ceremony if it's in a different area). We are often asked "what we come with" so we thought we'd spill the beans! Eddy + Aleks xx
2024-04-1142 minProject EngagedWhat sound equipment will you need for your wedding?In this episode of Project Engaged Eddy and Aleks chat about sound equipment at weddings. We try our very best to keep it as simple as we can and chat through what sound equipment a typical DJ brings to a wedding and any additional equipment that may be needed (such as a speaker for a ceremony if it's in a different area). We are often asked "what we come with" so we thought we'd spill the beans! Eddy + Aleks xx
2024-04-1142 minProject EngagedReal couple: Our biggest poddy fans Daniel and Megan at Half AcreOn this episode of Project Engaged, we chat to big poddy fans Daniel and Megan, who got hitched earlier this year at Half Acre! Aleks was behind the decks on this one at one of our fave spots in South Melbourne, Half Acre. We chat all about the planning process, what they loved during thier day and some advice for couples that are currently planning their big day! We hope you enjoy listening to this episode as much as we enjoyed recording it! Eddy + Aleks xx
2024-04-0252 minProject EngagedReal couple: Our biggest poddy fans Daniel and Megan at Half AcreOn this episode of Project Engaged, we chat to big poddy fans Daniel and Megan, who got hitched earlier this year at Half Acre! Aleks was behind the decks on this one at one of our fave spots in South Melbourne, Half Acre. We chat all about the planning process, what they loved during thier day and some advice for couples that are currently planning their big day! We hope you enjoy listening to this episode as much as we enjoyed recording it! Eddy + Aleks xx
2024-04-0252 minProject EngagedReal couple: Carla and Baz's destination extravaganza [Part 1]Our first 2 part episode! In part 1, we (Aleks and Eddy) chat to real couple Carla and Baz, but the circumstances around it are a bit different because we didn’t provide DJ services. We were actual guests at their wedding! And Aleks was the lucky celebrant! Plus our couple - Carla and Baz - are also wedding vendors themselves (see part 2!). Carla and Baz planned a gorgeous wedding that was so high energy throughout the whole day and so true to who they are. It took place at The Grounds of Alexandria in Syd...
2024-03-2145 minProject EngagedReal couple: Carla and Baz's destination extravaganza [Part 1]Our first 2 part episode! In part 1, we (Aleks and Eddy) chat to real couple Carla and Baz, but the circumstances around it are a bit different because we didn’t provide DJ services. We were actual guests at their wedding! And Aleks was the lucky celebrant! Plus our couple - Carla and Baz - are also wedding vendors themselves (see part 2!). Carla and Baz planned a gorgeous wedding that was so high energy throughout the whole day and so true to who they are. It took place at The Grounds of Alexandria in Syd...
2024-03-2145 minProject EngagedDJing the modern wedding (guest spot on Cut The Cake podcast)In this epsiode of Project Engaged, we've turned things upside down! We sat on the other side of the podcast desk (so to speak) as we were invited as guests on the Cut The Cake with Tania and Mel! Mel aka Mellyrain and Tania from Event Wanderer Co call Cut The Cake the "no BS wedding insider podcast couples are craving!" and we agree 100 percent! We talk about our time in the industy, what our biz is all about, the types of couples we attract and detail everything that goes into wedding DJing...
2024-03-121h 05Project EngagedDJing the modern wedding (guest spot on Cut The Cake podcast)In this epsiode of Project Engaged, we've turned things upside down! We sat on the other side of the podcast desk (so to speak) as we were invited as guests on the Cut The Cake with Tania and Mel! Mel aka Mellyrain and Tania from Event Wanderer Co call Cut The Cake the "no BS wedding insider podcast couples are craving!" and we agree 100 percent! We talk about our time in the industy, what our biz is all about, the types of couples we attract and detail everything that goes into wedding DJing...
2024-03-121h 05Project EngagedDebunking 5 wedding DJ mythsIn today's episode Eddy and Aleks debunk 5 myths about wedding DJs. Here are the myths that we debunk!: Myth 1: They just show up and press play! Myth 2: The DJ will just play a playlist in order... Myth 3: All they need from the venue is bump in times? Myth 4: They just do their own thing behind the decks... Myth 5: They just work on the weekends! We hope you enjoy listening to this poddy as much as we enjoyed making it! Ed + Aleks xx
2024-03-0344 minProject EngagedDebunking 5 wedding DJ mythsIn today's episode Eddy and Aleks debunk 5 myths about wedding DJs. Here are the myths that we debunk!: Myth 1: They just show up and press play! Myth 2: The DJ will just play a playlist in order... Myth 3: All they need from the venue is bump in times? Myth 4: They just do their own thing behind the decks... Myth 5: They just work on the weekends! We hope you enjoy listening to this poddy as much as we enjoyed making it! Ed + Aleks xx
2024-03-0344 minProject EngagedThe truth about the MC roleIn this episode of Project Engaged Aleks and Eddy chat all about the MC role at a wedding. The truth is - it’s much more involved than you think! We share a bunch of intel from our experience on what really goes into MCing and some tips if you have a family member or friend taking on the role. Ultimately, the decision of whether or not to have a friend or family member MC your wedding is up to you! If you weigh the pros and cons carefully and choose someone who is...
2024-01-0846 minProject EngagedThe truth about the MC roleIn this episode of Project Engaged Aleks and Eddy chat all about the MC role at a wedding. The truth is - it’s much more involved than you think! We share a bunch of intel from our experience on what really goes into MCing and some tips if you have a family member or friend taking on the role. Ultimately, the decision of whether or not to have a friend or family member MC your wedding is up to you! If you weigh the pros and cons carefully and choose someone who is...
2024-01-0846 minProject EngagedBalancing different music tastes at a weddingOn this episode of Project Engaged, we chat all about how to balance the music tastes from our couples, their friends and family members at a wedding! It can be quite a complicated task at times! We talk about the types of questions we'll ask in the lead up and some of the things our couples should consider when crafting their music brief via our online questionnaire (we call it " the party brief"). We also touch on how we work with the music brief on the night to ensure that we are best placed to...
2023-12-1841 minProject EngagedBalancing different music tastes at a weddingOn this episode of Project Engaged, we chat all about how to balance the music tastes from our couples, their friends and family members at a wedding! It can be quite a complicated task at times! We talk about the types of questions we'll ask in the lead up and some of the things our couples should consider when crafting their music brief via our online questionnaire (we call it " the party brief"). We also touch on how we work with the music brief on the night to ensure that we are best placed to...
2023-12-1841 minProject EngagedReal couple: Rock star vibes in Collingwood (Laura + Stu)In this week’s episode we chat to Laura and Stu, who got married in ultra cool and relaxed style on 8 April 2023. They got hitched at the Vegas style chapel in Collingwood, Altar Electric, with their reception being held at Le Bon Ton down the road. Le Bon Ton is an American bar and smokehouse with a function space upstairs. The food is delicious and the atmosphere ripe for a party. Laura and Stu told us what they were after in their initial enquiry: “Definite party vibes! We have quite eclectic taste but plenty of old s...
2023-09-151h 01Project EngagedReal couple: Rock star vibes in Collingwood (Laura + Stu)In this week’s episode we chat to Laura and Stu, who got married in ultra cool and relaxed style on 8 April 2023. They got hitched at the Vegas style chapel in Collingwood, Altar Electric, with their reception being held at Le Bon Ton down the road. Le Bon Ton is an American bar and smokehouse with a function space upstairs. The food is delicious and the atmosphere ripe for a party. Laura and Stu told us what they were after in their initial enquiry: “Definite party vibes! We have quite eclectic taste but plenty of old s...
2023-09-151h 01Project EngagedReal Couple: Glastonbury vibes at Panama Dining Room (Nick + Lara) In this episode we chat with Nick and Lara got hitched at Panama Dining Room on Saturday, 11 February 2023 with around 100 family and friends from Australia, the UK and the USA! Here’s what they said in their initial enquiry: "Music is a massive part of each of our lives. For Lara she is a lover of many genres, some of her favourite artists ranging from Simon and Garfunkel to the Beatles to Arctic Monkeys to The Black Keys. For me [Nick] I also like to DJ (in my garage) and am a big...
2023-07-201h 01Project EngagedReal Couple: Glastonbury vibes at Panama Dining Room (Nick + Lara) In this episode we chat with Nick and Lara got hitched at Panama Dining Room on Saturday, 11 February 2023 with around 100 family and friends from Australia, the UK and the USA! Here’s what they said in their initial enquiry: "Music is a massive part of each of our lives. For Lara she is a lover of many genres, some of her favourite artists ranging from Simon and Garfunkel to the Beatles to Arctic Monkeys to The Black Keys. For me [Nick] I also like to DJ (in my garage) and am a big...
2023-07-201h 01Project EngagedModern nostalgia with photo and film duo Caity and DuncanOn this episode we chat to another wedding business duo, and we were so excited! It’s also the first time we’re talking about film too! Caity and Duncan are a couple of wedding photographers and videographers based in Melbourne (who also happen to be a couple!). Aleks had the pleasure of working with them on a really fun North Fitzroy wedding earlier this year. As Aleks was involved in the ceremony they spent all day together and she was struck by how warm and friendly they both are. An absolute joy to be around. We...
2023-07-1550 minProject EngagedModern nostalgia with photo and film duo Caity and DuncanOn this episode we chat to another wedding business duo, and we were so excited! It’s also the first time we’re talking about film too! Caity and Duncan are a couple of wedding photographers and videographers based in Melbourne (who also happen to be a couple!). Aleks had the pleasure of working with them on a really fun North Fitzroy wedding earlier this year. As Aleks was involved in the ceremony they spent all day together and she was struck by how warm and friendly they both are. An absolute joy to be around. We...
2023-07-1550 minProject EngagedChatting about Aleks' new celebrancy gigOn this episode we chat all about Aleks' new celebrancy gig! Some of the questions Ed asks her are: Why did you decide to become a celebrant? How would you describe your celebrant style? What are the different packages you offer? How does it work practically when you’re marrying a couple and then DJing for them? What’s the process in the lead up for a couple who book you as their celebrant? We also spill the deets on our annual wedding livestream on Mixcl...
2023-07-0740 minProject EngagedChatting about Aleks' new celebrancy gigOn this episode we chat all about Aleks' new celebrancy gig! Some of the questions Ed asks her are: Why did you decide to become a celebrant? How would you describe your celebrant style? What are the different packages you offer? How does it work practically when you’re marrying a couple and then DJing for them? What’s the process in the lead up for a couple who book you as their celebrant? We also spill the deets on our annual wedding livestream on Mixcl...
2023-07-0740 minProject EngagedReal couple: Planning a party-focused Northside wedding (Dean + Pip)On this episode, we chat to real couple Dean and Pip, who got married at Noisy Ritual in Brunswick East in April 2023. Their initial enquiry said it all: "We're real keen for wall to wall boogie for our wedding. Absolutely key. Planning on ripping the speech bandaid off and then relentless dance floor times." The couple were so excitable from their very first meeting with their DJ Aleks. It was clear they’re big music lovers and their music brief was epic: lots of Indie, funk, Motown / soul, disco and a sprinkle of RnB. And the guests wer...
2023-06-161h 04Project EngagedReal couple: Planning a party-focused Northside wedding (Dean + Pip)On this episode, we chat to real couple Dean and Pip, who got married at Noisy Ritual in Brunswick East in April 2023. Their initial enquiry said it all: "We're real keen for wall to wall boogie for our wedding. Absolutely key. Planning on ripping the speech bandaid off and then relentless dance floor times." The couple were so excitable from their very first meeting with their DJ Aleks. It was clear they’re big music lovers and their music brief was epic: lots of Indie, funk, Motown / soul, disco and a sprinkle of RnB. And the guests wer...
2023-06-161h 04Project EngagedHow we pick tunes on the night!There is SO MUCH good music around and so many factors to consider when hand-picking tunes for a function. Often you have a mixed demographic with different ages, backgrounds and music tastes. Some people love to dance and some need a little more encouragement. How do Eddy and Aleks go about selecting what to play? In this podcast, we shgare an insight into how she chooses music, including pre-gig and of course, throughout the night!
2023-04-2843 minProject EngagedHow we pick tunes on the night!There is SO MUCH good music around and so many factors to consider when hand-picking tunes for a function. Often you have a mixed demographic with different ages, backgrounds and music tastes. Some people love to dance and some need a little more encouragement. How do Eddy and Aleks go about selecting what to play? In this podcast, we shgare an insight into how she chooses music, including pre-gig and of course, throughout the night!
2023-04-2843 minProject EngagedReal couple: A vibrant, vegan wedding at Glasshaus (Pia + Suny)Real couple alert! On this episode of Project Engaged, we chat to our gorgeous clients, Pia and Suny, who got hitched at Glasshaus Outside and Inside in Cremorne in November of 2022 (with Aleks as their DJ!). If you want inspiration for your non-traditional wedding, this is IT. Their A-list vendor team included: Ceremony and reception venue and florals: Glasshaus Design Reception DJ: Aleks from One More Song! Celebrant and MC: Precious Celebrations Photography and videography: Be Here Be Now Coordination: Events by Emma Currie Catering: Moroccan Soup Bar Cakes: Pandy Bakeshop Drinks: Liquid Infusion Ha...
2023-04-0352 minProject EngagedReal couple: A vibrant, vegan wedding at Glasshaus (Pia + Suny)Real couple alert! On this episode of Project Engaged, we chat to our gorgeous clients, Pia and Suny, who got hitched at Glasshaus Outside and Inside in Cremorne in November of 2022 (with Aleks as their DJ!). If you want inspiration for your non-traditional wedding, this is IT. Their A-list vendor team included: Ceremony and reception venue and florals: Glasshaus Design Reception DJ: Aleks from One More Song! Celebrant and MC: Precious Celebrations Photography and videography: Be Here Be Now Coordination: Events by Emma Currie Catering: Moroccan Soup Bar Cakes: Pandy Bakeshop Drinks: Liquid Infusion Ha...
2023-04-0352 minProject EngagedGetting the most out of your wedding vendorsAfter hours of research, you’ve found your dream team of wedding vendors and are ready to start booking them in. How do you make sure you can secure these legends, and also get the most out of their expertise and experience throughout the planning process and of course, on the big day itself? On this episode, we (Eddy and Aleks) share our tips for getting the most out of your wedding vendors from initial enquiry right through to post-wedding.
2023-03-2742 minProject EngagedGetting the most out of your wedding vendorsAfter hours of research, you’ve found your dream team of wedding vendors and are ready to start booking them in. How do you make sure you can secure these legends, and also get the most out of their expertise and experience throughout the planning process and of course, on the big day itself? On this episode, we (Eddy and Aleks) share our tips for getting the most out of your wedding vendors from initial enquiry right through to post-wedding.
2023-03-2742 minProject EngagedOur favourite inner-city Melbourne venuesOn this episode of Project Engaged, Aleks and Eddy chat about their favourite all-in-one, inner-city Melbourne venues! We are so spoiled for choice here in our beautiful city. For those couples that are on the look out for a venue (or perhaps even doing a little research for friends and family) in the inner city, this episode is FOR YOU! :) Venues mentioned in this ep are: Brunswick Mess Hall Panama Dining Room Rupert on Rupert Glasshaus (Inside, Outside and Brucke) Studley Grounds Noisy Ritual Half Acre Post Office Hotel Also, shout out to...
2023-03-1049 minProject EngagedOur favourite inner-city Melbourne venuesOn this episode of Project Engaged, Aleks and Eddy chat about their favourite all-in-one, inner-city Melbourne venues! We are so spoiled for choice here in our beautiful city. For those couples that are on the look out for a venue (or perhaps even doing a little research for friends and family) in the inner city, this episode is FOR YOU! :) Venues mentioned in this ep are: Brunswick Mess Hall Panama Dining Room Rupert on Rupert Glasshaus (Inside, Outside and Brucke) Studley Grounds Noisy Ritual Half Acre Post Office Hotel Also, shout out to...
2023-03-1049 minProject EngagedReal couple: Marrying aesthetic and atmosphere at Churchill (Kalise + Jack)In this episode we chat to one of our past couples, Kalise and Jack, who got hitched on the 19th of March 2022 at Churchill Events (with Eddy as their DJ). Jack and Kalise's wedding brief was "Bridgerton on vacation", and we think they nailed it! On the podcast we talk through their planning process, how they decided on their venue and vendors, their favourite moments on the day and what they would have done differently. We uncover so many gems of wisdom about doing things your way (and forgetting about stuffy traditions and succumbing to...
2023-03-021h 06Project EngagedReal couple: Marrying aesthetic and atmosphere at Churchill (Kalise + Jack)In this episode we chat to one of our past couples, Kalise and Jack, who got hitched on the 19th of March 2022 at Churchill Events (with Eddy as their DJ). Jack and Kalise's wedding brief was "Bridgerton on vacation", and we think they nailed it! On the podcast we talk through their planning process, how they decided on their venue and vendors, their favourite moments on the day and what they would have done differently. We uncover so many gems of wisdom about doing things your way (and forgetting about stuffy traditions and succumbing to...
2023-03-021h 06Project EngagedHow we prepare music for your weddingIn this episode of Project Engaged, we (Eddy and Aleks) discuss how we organise their music for a wedding! This ep was inspired by a recent Instagram reel Ed put together, talking about this very subject. We run through our questionnaire (aka our "party brief") where we ask music-related questions and gather our couples' favourite artists and songs, what we do with any Spotify playlists that couples provide and our overall process of getting all the music together in our library, ready for a wedding. We hope this gives a little more insight into the w...
2023-02-2433 minProject EngagedHow we prepare music for your weddingIn this episode of Project Engaged, we (Eddy and Aleks) discuss how we organise their music for a wedding! This ep was inspired by a recent Instagram reel Ed put together, talking about this very subject. We run through our questionnaire (aka our "party brief") where we ask music-related questions and gather our couples' favourite artists and songs, what we do with any Spotify playlists that couples provide and our overall process of getting all the music together in our library, ready for a wedding. We hope this gives a little more insight into the w...
2023-02-2433 minProject EngagedReal couple: Big party vibes at Rupert (Simon + Tom)Real couple alert! On Episode 8 of our wedding planning podcast, Project Engaged, we chat to our gorgeous clients, Simon and Tom, who got hitched at Rupert on Rupert in Collingwood in June 2022! Tom and Simon's wedding was such a huge party! There were bubble guns, glowsticks, our photo booth, percussionist (joining our DJ Aleks Mac), hangover kits, a cannoli cart - this wedding had everything you need for an epic party. On this episode, we talk all things wedding planning and Simon and Tom provide their hot tips for organising a non-traditional wedding that is...
2023-01-2640 minProject EngagedReal couple: Big party vibes at Rupert (Simon + Tom)Real couple alert! On Episode 8 of our wedding planning podcast, Project Engaged, we chat to our gorgeous clients, Simon and Tom, who got hitched at Rupert on Rupert in Collingwood in June 2022! Tom and Simon's wedding was such a huge party! There were bubble guns, glowsticks, our photo booth, percussionist (joining our DJ Aleks Mac), hangover kits, a cannoli cart - this wedding had everything you need for an epic party. On this episode, we talk all things wedding planning and Simon and Tom provide their hot tips for organising a non-traditional wedding that is...
2023-01-2640 minProject EngagedWhat music you need for your big day! You may not realise how many parts of your wedding actually require carefully curated music. It’s not just about the dance floor! As soon as guests arrive for your ceremony, the atmosphere is being set for the rest of the day. In this episode, we (Eddy and Aleks) go through all of the music needed to create your wedding soundtrack, with some hot insider tips and examples from our real couples and weddings! You can read more in our blog, which has links to some inspirational playlists too. PS - it goes without saying (and we’re completely biased), but ha...
2023-01-1441 minProject EngagedWhat music you need for your big day! You may not realise how many parts of your wedding actually require carefully curated music. It’s not just about the dance floor! As soon as guests arrive for your ceremony, the atmosphere is being set for the rest of the day. In this episode, we (Eddy and Aleks) go through all of the music needed to create your wedding soundtrack, with some hot insider tips and examples from our real couples and weddings! You can read more in our blog, which has links to some inspirational playlists too. PS - it goes without saying (and we’re completely biased), but ha...
2023-01-1441 minProject EngagedHow to find a great wedding DJ for the best partyIn this episode Eddy and Aleks discuss how to find a great wedding DJ for an epic party! If you're a couple who loves music and wants a great party for their wedding, you'll want to make sure you find an experienced wedding DJ who knows how to help you achieve the dance floor of your dreams (and build up to it throughout the night)! You can check out the blog for this podcast here.
2022-10-1930 minProject EngagedHow to find a great wedding DJ for the best partyIn this episode Eddy and Aleks discuss how to find a great wedding DJ for an epic party! If you're a couple who loves music and wants a great party for their wedding, you'll want to make sure you find an experienced wedding DJ who knows how to help you achieve the dance floor of your dreams (and build up to it throughout the night)! You can check out the blog for this podcast here.
2022-10-1930 minProject EngagedTop tips for a party-starting ceremony with Nat SproalWe are pumped to have our first guest for this new season and what a cracker of a guest we have lined up! On this episode, we chat to celebrant Nat Sproal, a self-confessed no-BS melbourne celebrant who’s all about the heart and soul, rather than the frills and tradition. Nat loves good tunes and is ALWAYS first on the dance floor! Her style of delivering weddings is relaxed, natural and a little bit cheeky. She says that stiff, formal, overly traditional weddings aren’t really her jam. Nat is so a...
2022-08-0545 minProject EngagedTop tips for a party-starting ceremony with Nat SproalWe are pumped to have our first guest for this new season and what a cracker of a guest we have lined up! On this episode, we chat to celebrant Nat Sproal, a self-confessed no-BS melbourne celebrant who’s all about the heart and soul, rather than the frills and tradition. Nat loves good tunes and is ALWAYS first on the dance floor! Her style of delivering weddings is relaxed, natural and a little bit cheeky. She says that stiff, formal, overly traditional weddings aren’t really her jam. Nat is so a...
2022-08-0545 minProject EngagedSelf employed vs 9 to 5 - a brief reflectionIt's been a while between drinks...! On today's shorter episode, we chat about how we've been going with the heavy workload in the wedding industry at the moment. It's been one full year since Aleks left her 9-5 to focus fully on One More Song DJs and start her own marketing biz, Pump Me Up! We use the opportunity to reflect on what it was like back in the "9 to 5" world, as opposed to running your own small business. We ask the question on just how many hours you tend to...
2022-03-1335 minProject EngagedSelf employed vs 9 to 5 - a brief reflectionIt's been a while between drinks...! On today's shorter episode, we chat about how we've been going with the heavy workload in the wedding industry at the moment. It's been one full year since Aleks left her 9-5 to focus fully on One More Song DJs and start her own marketing biz, Pump Me Up! We use the opportunity to reflect on what it was like back in the "9 to 5" world, as opposed to running your own small business. We ask the question on just how many hours you tend to...
2022-03-1335 minProject EngagedSeason 1 Bonus Episode: Thoughts and reflections on getting back to it!Surprise! We've decided to sneak in a special bonus ep for our listeners, a day out from Christmas! We chat about what it's been like to be back at work (e.g. weddings), some of our thoughts and reflections on how the industry is looking, and - of course - chat a little about marketing along the way! Wishing all of our listeners a lovely silly season and can't wait to be back in your ear holes full-time again next year! Ed + Aleks
2021-12-2434 minProject EngagedSeason 1 Bonus Episode: Thoughts and reflections on getting back to it!Surprise! We've decided to sneak in a special bonus ep for our listeners, a day out from Christmas! We chat about what it's been like to be back at work (e.g. weddings), some of our thoughts and reflections on how the industry is looking, and - of course - chat a little about marketing along the way! Wishing all of our listeners a lovely silly season and can't wait to be back in your ear holes full-time again next year! Ed + Aleks
2021-12-2434 minProject EngagedEpisode 25: DJ Eddy Mac on why he stopped working for entertainment agencies In Episode 25, we try out a different format, where Aleks interviews Eddy about his experience before starting our business One More Song!
2021-11-0251 minProject EngagedEpisode 25: DJ Eddy Mac on why he stopped working for entertainment agencies In Episode 25, we try out a different format, where Aleks interviews Eddy about his experience before starting our business One More Song!
2021-11-0251 minProject EngagedBuilding a killer brand with Killer Queen Creative In Episode 22 we speak to hair and makeup artist Danee Bolan from Killer Queen creative who has built an amazing brand and network with her business Killer Queen Creative. Danee (originally from Perth but now in Melbourne) has always had a passion for hair and makeup. This was a side hustle for some time while she worked the 9-5 grind. After the birth of her first son, she decided to take her small business full time, re-brand and create a movement. Enter Killer Queen Creative! We speak to Danee about her branding and vibe and how she was able to ju...
2021-10-1335 minProject EngagedMaking the jump to full-time wedding photography with BriggsyThis week we have the pleasure of speaking with the man, the myth, the legend that is Yarra Valley based wedding photographer (and fellow podcaster), Michael Briggs (aka Briggsy). We cover Briggsy's journey of ditching the desk for a camera and how he took that leap into doing something he loves. We ask him what he's been up to between lockdowns from a business perspective and chat to him about how he's automated his business to be as efficient with his time as possible. He also chats to us about the biggest lessons he's learnt...
2021-10-0653 minProject EngagedEpisode 20: 5 lessons we've learnt from the corporate world you can apply to your biz!In this episode we (Aleks and Eddy) chat about the top 5 lessons we've learnt from our stints in the "corporate world" and how we apply these to our wedding business, One More Song DJs. In a nutshell, treat your business as if it were a large organisation or publicly listed company. Hold yourself to high standards and adopt the same professional practices as large successful businesses! The lessons we chat about are as follows! Communication is key. Stand by your pricing and focus on value. Nurture your booked clients. Maintain your professional network. Be accountable.
2021-09-2946 minProject EngagedEpisode 19: What you need to know about SEO with Jeremy from Agility DigitalThis week we speak to Jeremy Robertshaw from Agility Digital about all things Search Engine Marketing (aka SEO). We've mentioned SEO a few times during our podcasts. We kick things off by asking what SEO actually is and Jeremy takes us through some of the important things to consider when thinking about SEO for your business. Jeremy also dishes out some "quick wins" gold that listeners can implement TODAY to make improvements to their web rankings! Success with SEO is not something that happens overnight though, it takes time, work and patience. But once you...
2021-09-2238 minProject EngagedCouple insights: Behind the scenes of Jelena and Tim's picture perfect day!In Episode 18 we chat to one of our lovely couples for our second "Couple Insights" episode! We're very excited to be chatting to one of our lovely couples for our second "Couple Insights" episode! Jelena (aka Jel) and Tim got married in what could only be described as a picture perfect wedding. Not only was it in 2019 BC (before COVID), but it was at the stunning Euroa Butter Factory on a warm summer's day and styled to absolute perfection! Jel and Tim came to us through their planner and stylist Laura from Wanderlust...
2021-09-1534 minProject EngagedCouple insights: Behind the scenes of Jelena and Tim's picture perfect day!In Episode 18 we chat to one of our lovely couples for our second "Couple Insights" episode! We're very excited to be chatting to one of our lovely couples for our second "Couple Insights" episode! Jelena (aka Jel) and Tim got married in what could only be described as a picture perfect wedding. Not only was it in 2019 BC (before COVID), but it was at the stunning Euroa Butter Factory on a warm summer's day and styled to absolute perfection! Jel and Tim came to us through their planner and stylist Laura from Wanderlust...
2021-09-1534 minProject EngagedLarge scale weddings with Colleen Haggarty from Showtime Event Group! Large scale weddings with Colleen Haggarty from Showtime Event Group! Episode 17 is our first venue interview! We are excited to welcome Colleen Haggarty, Wedding Producer at Showtime Event Group. Showtime Event Group is one of Melbourne’s leading event companies, with six fabulous wedding venues under its umbrella, including State Library Victoria, Cargo Hall, Rippon Lea Estate, Showtime Events Centre, and more. We've worked with Colleen on State Library weddings and can tell you she's an absolute machine! A State Library wedding is a serious production and on the night you will see Co...
2021-09-0833 minProject EngagedHow we conduct client discovery meetings for One More Song!How we conduct client discovery meetings for One More Song! We asked what you wanted to hear about and you answered! In our latest episode, we (Aleks and Eddy) go in depth about the client discovery process (ie the initial chat/meeting we have with prospective couples). What is it? Why and how do we do it? And what have we learned? We cover all of this in depth on this episode. As always, check out the full episode notes on projectengaged.biz.
2021-09-0149 minProject EngagedHow we conduct client discovery meetings for One More Song!How we conduct client discovery meetings for One More Song! We asked what you wanted to hear about and you answered! In our latest episode, we (Aleks and Eddy) go in depth about the client discovery process (ie the initial chat/meeting we have with prospective couples). What is it? Why and how do we do it? And what have we learned? We cover all of this in depth on this episode. As always, check out the full episode notes on projectengaged.biz.
2021-09-0149 minProject EngagedYour money personality and its effect on your mindset with Nicole AlesiosIn Episode 15, we speak to Geelong based money mindset coach and speaker, Nicole Alesios. Nicole helps female service based business owners value and price their time accordingly and have easier money conversations, firstly with themselves and secondly, with their clients and prospects. She started her career in human resources and has worked with large and medium sized companies, C-suite executives, high net-worth individuals and entrepreneurs, across a number of sectors including publishing, utilities, pharmaceutical and property and well-being. She now consults privately and although she works with women-led businesses, we spoke to her...
2021-08-2543 minProject EngagedYour money personality and its effect on your mindset with Nicole AlesiosIn Episode 15, we speak to Geelong based money mindset coach and speaker, Nicole Alesios. Nicole helps female service based business owners value and price their time accordingly and have easier money conversations, firstly with themselves and secondly, with their clients and prospects. She started her career in human resources and has worked with large and medium sized companies, C-suite executives, high net-worth individuals and entrepreneurs, across a number of sectors including publishing, utilities, pharmaceutical and property and well-being. She now consults privately and although she works with women-led businesses, we spoke to her...
2021-08-2543 minProject EngagedBringing a couple's dream vision to life with Styled By VaruIn Episode 14, we interview Melbourne based stylist and florist Lucy, who works under the business banners Styled By Varu and Flowers By Varu. Launched in 2017, Styled By Varu blends Lucy’s floristry and design credentials with her more than 15 years’ events experience and passion for delivering stunning, personalised weddings. Before starting her business, Lucy worked in a fast-paced events role in an exclusive 5-star Melbourne hotel for eight years. During this time, she saw first-hand a local wedding styling market saturated with overpriced services only accessible to a select few. So Lucy set about developing a boutique wedding styl...
2021-08-1850 minProject EngagedThe true meaning of marriage equality with Theodore founder Alex Ross In this episode, we chat about a super important issue in the wedding industry - inclusivity and how as a vendor, you can genuinely support marriage equality. We interviewed Alex Ross, the founder and creator of Theodore magazine - formerly Mr Theodore - Australia's largest LGBTQI+ wedding guide dedicated to promoting the finest wedding suppliers who are supportive of marriage equality. The guide has been around since 2015 and we've been a part of it since One More Song was established. Alex has been awesome to work with. He's a very savvy marketer and that definitely...
2021-08-1147 minProject EngagedHow to build a network of loyal brand supporters with Cut a Rug DJIn this episode, we welcome our first wedding entertainment guest, Cut a Rug! Aaron Duncan aka Cut a Rug is a one-of-a-kind DJ who caught our attention for his epic dance floors and huge party vibe. He's based on the Sunshine Coast in Queensland and specialises in weddings, events and other private parties, from Sydney to The Whitsundays, New Zealand and beyond! If you've seen his Instagram, you'll see that he lives up to the tagline on his website: "Sicker than your average". He's definitely inspired us for our business One More Song and is...
2021-08-0449 minProject EngagedA strategic approach to content marketing (and Pinterest!) with Rachel WaringIn this episode, we welcome our first international guest, Rachel Waring! Rachel is based in the UK, in east London. She's a wedding stylist turned strategist, helping creatives blend visuals and sales. She specialises in Pinterest training and content creation and has created online training to help business owners achieve the same success she's had with Pinterest. She's also the co-host of a podcast for creative small business owners called The Business Proposal Podcast. This is how we first came across Rachel, and we've since had one-on-one coaching sessions with her to teach us about Pinterest and help us set up...
2021-07-2846 minProject Engaged5 activities to keep you productive in lockdown BONUS EPISODE! In Episode 10, we expand on an Instagram post we did recently talking about 5 ways you can keep yourself productive while locked down (thanks COVID). We've put together some ways you can work ON your business when you're not able to work IN it. Side note: we appreciate that we live in a culture where productivity is revered, which is not always a good thing. If you prefer to binge on reality TV shows with a bag of chips and a bottle of wine to get you through lockdown, DO IT. These are just tips for those of you wh...
2021-07-2327 minProject EngagedRebranding your business with Hitched By HeidiIn this episode, we chat to Heidi Rayment (Hitched By Heidi), a wedding celebrant, MC and host of the Effortless Weddings podcast. She's been described by clients as an "epic party wrapped up in your favourite warm blanket". What a description! Heidi went through a rebrand like we did with our business One More Song last year. After a few years of being a celebrant, 2020 saw Heidi spending most of the year in lockdown and going into some deep soul searching about why her business wasn't delivering the amount of work she really wanted.
2021-07-2147 minProject EngagedHow to tap into creativity and do things differently with Oli Sansom In Episode 8, we chat to wedding photographer Oli Sansom (aka Briars Atlas), who we see as a true leader in the industry! There are tons of incredible wedding photographers out there, but Oli definitely stands out to us as someone who creates true art out of the most mundane moments. He's become the choice for couples wanting creative coverage of their wedding everywhere over the world. He's won more awards than we can count and has been shooting weddings for 8 years. He also lectures internationally. In this episode, we chat to Oli about mindset...
2021-07-1439 minProject EngagedHow we manage the "workflow" for our business One More SongIn this episode we respond to a listener's question about "workflows". (We've been using this word quite a bit apparently in our podcast). One of the major improvements we made to our business One More Song DJs last year was making our process of managing our bookings more efficient. Workflows were a big part of this! What is a workflow, you ask? Put simply, a workflow a list of things to do from inception (enquiry stage), right through to the fulfilment stage (after a wedding is done). Our workflow management is contained in o...
2021-07-0839 minProject EngagedFinding your people with Geelong wedding celebrant Jessie Belle Jessie Belle is a Geelong based celebrant who has been described by clients as "a gorgeous pocket rocket of creativity, love, humour and excitement". She is confident, bold and has a recognisable brand that perfectly reflects her energetic personality! In this episode we chat to Jessie about her career change from performer to wedding celebrant, overcoming common challenges in the industry and how she's found "her people"! Read the full show notes here.
2021-07-0134 minProject EngagedLegal considerations for your wedding biz with Andrew Smith, Director of Bluemont Legal
2021-06-2540 minProject Engaged7 business lessons we learnt from early mistakesIn this episode, we (Eddy and Aleks) talk about the 7 key lessons we've learnt from making mistakes early on in our business. These cover a range of areas including branding, mindset, client communications and more! Your mistakes are what help you grow. Learning from ours has been invaluable. Read the full show notes here.
2021-06-1029 minProject Engaged7 business lessons we learnt from early mistakesIn this episode, we (Eddy and Aleks) talk about the 7 key lessons we've learnt from making mistakes early on in our business. These cover a range of areas including branding, mindset, client communications and more! Your mistakes are what help you grow. Learning from ours has been invaluable. Read the full show notes here.
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Project EngagedCouple insights! How one fussy couple carefully chose their dream team of wedding suppliersIn our first "Couple insights" episode, Aleks chats to Cait and Andy, whose wedding she DJed in May 2021. Cait and Andy have very particular tastes and were careful in selecting their team of suppliers. In this episode, they share the process they want through in choosing their dream team, how they worked through two postponements and some simple but very important tips for all wedding suppliers operating in these uncertain times! Shout out to suppliers mentioned: She Takes Pictures He Makes Films, Toko Events, Bangin' Hangins, North St Botanical and Mitchelton Wines. Read...
2021-06-0635 minProject EngagedCouple insights! How one fussy couple carefully chose their dream team of wedding suppliersIn our first "Couple insights" episode, Aleks chats to Cait and Andy, whose wedding she DJed in May 2021. Cait and Andy have very particular tastes and were careful in selecting their team of suppliers. In this episode, they share the process they want through in choosing their dream team, how they worked through two postponements and some simple but very important tips for all wedding suppliers operating in these uncertain times! Shout out to suppliers mentioned: She Takes Pictures He Makes Films, Toko Events, Bangin' Hangins, North St Botanical and Mitchelton Wines. Read...
2021-06-0635 minProject EngagedCutting through the vortex of wedding content with Ivory Tribe founders Jo + NatContent, content, content! These days, marketing your wedding business can seem like a minefield, and yet it's easier than ever to DIY. In this episode we chat to the super savvy founders of online Aussie wedding directory Ivory Tribe, Jo & Nat, who talk about how to market your business, making the most of the pandemic and some hot tips for suppliers looking to ramp up their business in 2021. Read the full show notes here.
2021-06-0527 minProject EngagedIntroducing Project Engaged with One More Song founders Eddy and AleksHey there! We're so excited to introduce our podcast for wedding suppliers who want to engage with their ideal clients and fall in love with their businesses! In our first episode, we chat about how we started our successful DJ business One More Song (taking it from side hustle to full time career), how we made use of 2020 to level up our business and what we'll be covering in our podcast in episodes to come!
2021-06-0421 minProject EngagedIntroducing Project Engaged with One More Song founders Eddy and AleksHey there! We're so excited to introduce our podcast for wedding suppliers who want to engage with their ideal clients and fall in love with their businesses! In our first episode, we chat about how we started our successful DJ business One More Song (taking it from side hustle to full time career), how we made use of 2020 to level up our business and what we'll be covering in our podcast in episodes to come!
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