Having loads of fun adding a heap of new material to our (already extensive) Repertoire. Just rehearsed some new - and fabulous - current Hot Hits, as well as plenty of good old Funk and Disco tunes for an upcoming 'Motown Themed' birthday party.
Stay tuned for some pics!!
Thursday 30 May 2013
Wednesday 29 May 2013
RUMOURS NEXT LIVE SHOWCASE
Rumours will be performing at their next Free Live Showcase on Wednesday 19th June
Join us at 8pm in Moorabbin.
Enjoy a drink while we perform some samples from the cross-section of music styles we cover. Meet the band afterwards and chat with us about your function and how we can help to make your big night extra special.
All welcome but bookings essential.
Contact us on 0425 844 100
Email us on: rumoursweddingband@gmail.com
Or visit our website: www.rumoursband.com.au
Tuesday 7 May 2013
We had an amazing night last nigh, performing for our Bridal Industry Colleagues at the Victorian ABIA awards.
Our own Debbi Arpini picked up an award for Best Ceremony Music (for the 3rd year running) and we had the opportunity to mingle and catch up with other Wedding Suppliers including the fabulous Valerie De Silva from Together Forever Weddings, who also picked up her 3rd consecutive award for Best Wedding Planner.
After the formalities were over Rumours performed to a packed dance floor, and had the crowd rocking out until the end of the night when we finally had to pull the pin after our 4th Encore!!
Wednesday 1 May 2013
HERE ARE SOME FANTASTIC TIPS ON ENSURING THE SUCCESS OF YOUR FUNCTION WITH MUSIC..SOME OF THESE TIPS ARE THINGS WE HAVE PICKED UP ALONG THE WAY FROM OUR EXPERIENCES, AND OTHERS ARE "BORROWED" FROM THE MOST POPULAR U.S. WEDDING SITE www.theknot.com
Make Sure There’s Enough Space On The Dance FloorSmall dance floors are too cramped and big ones make people too self-conscious. A good rule of thumb: There should be at least three square feet of dance floor space for every two guests. So, if you have 150 guests, you would need a 15′ x 15′ dance floor; 200 guests would be about an 18′ x 18′ area; 400 guests calls for about 25′ x 25′ of space. Ask your reception site about adding on extra flooring if the standard seems too small (you party animal, you).
Align Your Seating Chart
Don’t Limit The Genre
Even if you both truly love indie rock, there’s a good percentage of your guests who probably haven’t heard of Modest Mouse and won’t appreciate it like you will. A playlist made up entirely of ’80s dance music, rap or country is the same story. Don’t get us wrong: Including your favourite genre at your wedding is fine (in fact, you should!) but do so in moderation. Musical Note: Your wedding is a celebration of your relationship—one that probably involves music—but it’s also a time to share with your extended family. Keep them in mind when developing your playlist. Throw grandparents a nod with Frank Sinatra and give your aunts and uncles a chance to dance to a little “We Are Family.” Seeing them enjoy the night will be well worth a little Sister Sledge.
Make Sure There’s Enough Space On The Dance FloorSmall dance floors are too cramped and big ones make people too self-conscious. A good rule of thumb: There should be at least three square feet of dance floor space for every two guests. So, if you have 150 guests, you would need a 15′ x 15′ dance floor; 200 guests would be about an 18′ x 18′ area; 400 guests calls for about 25′ x 25′ of space. Ask your reception site about adding on extra flooring if the standard seems too small (you party animal, you).
Align Your Seating Chart
Seat friends and family who love to dance closest to the dance floor and band. They’ll be more likely to get up and start grooving early if there’s easy access. And once they’re out there, others will be sure to follow. As for your more elderly guests, do them a favour and keep them away from the speakers. They’ll appreciate it!
Skip The iPod Idea
Skip The iPod Idea
You may have the most genius playlist in mind, but there’s a reason why DJs and bands are so common at weddings—they are there to read, interact and adjust to your crowd’s mood throughout the evening and to make sure everyone is dancing and having a good time (so you don’t have to). Besides, do you really want a friend or family member getting up to grab the microphone all night to announce your cake cutting and bouquet toss? Didn’t think so. Musical Note: If you do your homework, you will find a band who fits your style. Trust us — it’s worth the money knowing your guests will be entertained all evening.
Don’t Limit The Genre
Even if you both truly love indie rock, there’s a good percentage of your guests who probably haven’t heard of Modest Mouse and won’t appreciate it like you will. A playlist made up entirely of ’80s dance music, rap or country is the same story. Don’t get us wrong: Including your favourite genre at your wedding is fine (in fact, you should!) but do so in moderation. Musical Note: Your wedding is a celebration of your relationship—one that probably involves music—but it’s also a time to share with your extended family. Keep them in mind when developing your playlist. Throw grandparents a nod with Frank Sinatra and give your aunts and uncles a chance to dance to a little “We Are Family.” Seeing them enjoy the night will be well worth a little Sister Sledge.
Create A (Short) Must-Play and Do-Not-Play List
There’s no bigger dance floor turnoff than hearing your least favourite song, however keep in mind that to have a full dance floor you need to consider other people's tastes too (and this includes children/teens to seniors)... If you feel very strongly about a few songs, then by all means put together a short list of please-don’t-play songs for your band. Likewise, go ahead and pick out your favourite tracks from your band's playlist and make sure you request them as Must-Play songs
Musical Note: Don’t micromanage: While they should know the genres you like, let them figure out the best way to mix the music, after all, they do this week-in and week-out, and they are the experts at reading the crowds and figuring out what songs will work to get your guests dancing
There’s no bigger dance floor turnoff than hearing your least favourite song, however keep in mind that to have a full dance floor you need to consider other people's tastes too (and this includes children/teens to seniors)... If you feel very strongly about a few songs, then by all means put together a short list of please-don’t-play songs for your band. Likewise, go ahead and pick out your favourite tracks from your band's playlist and make sure you request them as Must-Play songs
Musical Note: Don’t micromanage: While they should know the genres you like, let them figure out the best way to mix the music, after all, they do this week-in and week-out, and they are the experts at reading the crowds and figuring out what songs will work to get your guests dancing
Keep The First Dance Brief
You may have fallen in love listening to “Free Bird,” but imagine how long nine minutes and eight seconds will feel alone on the dance floor. (And if it’s dragging for you, imagine how your guests will feel!) Pay careful attention to your favourite song’s length before committing to it for your first dance. Same goes for those mother-son and father-daughter dances.
Musical Note: Time your song and practice dancing to it beforehand. Even four minutes can kill you if you’re just rocking back and forth. If your heart is set on a certain (long) ballad, try to have it cut down to a reasonable length. Work with your Band/DJ, or Dance Instructor, to come up with the perfect shortened version.
You may have fallen in love listening to “Free Bird,” but imagine how long nine minutes and eight seconds will feel alone on the dance floor. (And if it’s dragging for you, imagine how your guests will feel!) Pay careful attention to your favourite song’s length before committing to it for your first dance. Same goes for those mother-son and father-daughter dances.
Musical Note: Time your song and practice dancing to it beforehand. Even four minutes can kill you if you’re just rocking back and forth. If your heart is set on a certain (long) ballad, try to have it cut down to a reasonable length. Work with your Band/DJ, or Dance Instructor, to come up with the perfect shortened version.
Keep Things Exciting
Give guests a treat they won’t expect by introducing a never-seen-that-before act. Think hip-hop dancers, break dancers, flamenco dancers, or even a 'spot' Tribute Act. Time it right so that they make their entrance just as the toasts are wrapping up to get all your guests back up and moving on the dance floor and out of their food coma.
Get Out There And Dance!
Give guests a treat they won’t expect by introducing a never-seen-that-before act. Think hip-hop dancers, break dancers, flamenco dancers, or even a 'spot' Tribute Act. Time it right so that they make their entrance just as the toasts are wrapping up to get all your guests back up and moving on the dance floor and out of their food coma.
Get Out There And Dance!
Set an example for everyone by getting your newly married butts out there as soon as the dance floor opens up for the evening. Your guests will notice and be more likely to join you when they see how much fun you’re having. Musical Note: Your reception will be a long busy evening, so let your bridal party know beforehand how important it is to you that your guests dance, and ask them to lead the movement to the dance floor. That way, if you do get caught up talking with the grandparents, they’ll have your back.
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