Matthew Campbell of My Wedding Songs and Tori Vee, VP of Washburn Entertainment, chat about DJing LGBTQ+ weddings.

Recognized as the Best DJ in Ithaca, NY, in 2021 and receiving numerous awards, including victories in eclectic DJ contests at the Mobile Entertainment Expo in Las Vegas, DJ Tori Vee's journey began humbly as a dedicated musician. Throughout her career, she has had the privilege of gracing stages alongside esteemed talents such as X Ambassadors, Sofi Tukker, Talib Kweli, Matt & Kim, and more, solidifying her reputation as a respected figure in the industry. Her wordplay, toneplays, and live mashups incorporate much of her musicality!

As an MC, Tori exudes confidence while enveloping the room in a warm embrace, setting the stage for an unforgettable celebration. With her curated soundtrack, she invites guests to let loose, reliving the carefree joy of their youth and creating moments that echo laughter and camaraderie - the cultivation of those long-lasting memories. You can see that at her events and when she's on the stage at various conferences helping to educate her fellow DJ community.

When she's not creating them (and sometimes even when she is), you can find Tori Vee on any dance floor, seamlessly blending in as she shares each moment with whoever is on the dancefloor in front of or next to her - and most DEFINITELY giving out her world-famous hugs, too!

Website: https://www.washburnentertainment.com
IG: @djtorivee

Show Notes:
-Heartfelt Wedding Moment
-Meet Tori Vee
-Playing Guitar at Weddings
-Differences in North NY Wedding Music
-Languaging for Same-Sex Weddings
-LGBTQ+ as a Describer
-Matt DJing Lambda Alliance Events
-Challenges of Gay Weddings
-New Traditions
-Dealing with Family Challenges
-Creating Inclusive Atmosphere
-Getting to Know the Couple
-Traditions Are Changing
-Making the Couple Feel Comfortable
-Know the Historical Significance
-Why You Do What You Do
-Filling the Dance Floor
-Gay Couple Selecting First Dance Song
-Managing DJ Crates
-Straight vs Gay Weddings
-Party Hits
-Connect with Tori

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