7 Ways To Get DJ Gigs By Owning A PA System

Even a small PA system can open up myriad ways of scoring gigs that might have previously been out of reach. Throw in a light or two, and you've got a party-on-the-go.

1. Throw “proper” house parties

2. Offer your services as a mobile DJ

3. Set up at impromptu urban outdoor parties and venues

4. Get your foot in the door at organised urban outdoor events

5. Rent out your PA system to others

6. Try busking

7. Turn your PA into a full-on sound system

10 things you should check before booking your wedding hall

1.Room Dimensions

2.Cocktail Area

3.Parking

4.Room Access Hours

5.Inclusions

6.Exclusivities

7.Accessibility

8.Candles

9.Additional Fees

10.Contracts

New Pro Event Table II - The Ultimate Utility Table

http://www.adj.com/pro-event-table-ii

http://www.adj.com/proetb

Seven Tips for a Green Event from the Experts at Omega Design Events

Event planners are busy folks. Between hotels, venues, tech-equipment and catering, they have a lot of things to keep track of. But the most savvy and forward-thinking planners are making choices based on a very important guiding question: Will this decision ensure that my event is environmentally sustainable?

1) Set goals.

2) Choose the right venue.

3) Go paper-free.

4) Promote public transit.

5) Make it easy to walk.

6) Keep it in the family.

7) Provide green amenities on-site.

"You need to have your tracks out nowadays

"You need to have your tracks out nowadays in order for you to get a global or an internationally recognised name. You can still make big moves in your local scene if you're a fantastic DJ, but to go outside and conquer the rest of the world, it's very hard if you don't have your productions out."

16 Places to Host an Engagement Party in Montreal

You already have the ring – hard part’s over.

But finding that perfect engagement party spot can pretty stressful and confusing. We’re making your lives a tad easier and have the scoop on the hottest places to gather your loved ones and celebrate.

1. Espace Reunion http://www.espacereunion.ca/

2. Loft Hotel http://lofthotel.ca/

3. Cava http://milos.ca/restaurants/montreal/private-dining-montreal

4. Otago http://www.otagocatering.com/

5. Fino http://www.finogourmand.com/

6. Il Cortile http://www.cafeilcortile.com/

7. Les Eclusiers Par Apollo

8. Locale 514 http://www.locale514.com/

9. Restaurant L’Ambroisie https://www.ambroisie.ca/en/

10. Vieux Port Steakhouse http://vieuxportsteakhouse.com/en/

11. Grumman 78 https://www.grumman78.com/en/

12. Beatrice http://www.ristorantebeatrice.com/en/

13. Cafe Ferreira http://ferreiracafe.com/en/

14. Le Local http://lelocal.ca/en/

15. Daylight Factory http://www.daylightfactory.ca/

16. University Club http://www.ucmontreal.ca/fr

Nite Mix Entertainment's song of the week

Bruno Mars and Cardi B join forces in the 'In Living Color'-dedicated video for the remix of Mars' "Finesse."

https://youtu.be/LsoLEjrDogU

2017 LDI - New Ovation Product Tour

https://youtu.be/K5PpbHHO79E

Bon Jovi concert in Montreal on April 4, 2018

The newly (almost) minted Rock Hall of Fame inductees, Bon Jovi, are ready to hit the road again for the Spring leg of the 'This House Is Not For Sale' Tour. What should come as no surprise to anyone, they will be in Montreal. The Montreal date is April 4th.

http://www.evenko.ca/en/events/13532/bon-jovi/bell-centre/04-04-2018

6 Stunning Montréal Churches With Event Spaces

Mark Twain once said about Montréal that you couldn’t throw a rock without breaking a stained glass window. Any visitor who has stood at the top of Mont Royal to gaze across the city will attest to the medley of steeples that punctuate the cityscape.

Saint Joseph’s Oratory of Mount Royal https://www.saint-joseph.org/en/

Notre-Dame Basilica http://www.basiliquenotredame.ca/en/rentals/

Notre-Dame-de-Bon-Secours http://www.marguerite-bourgeoys.com/en/services/room-Rentals.asp

Le-Saint-Jean-Baptiste http://lestjeanbaptiste.com/

Le Salon 1861 (Saint Joseph’s Church) https://lesalon1861.com/en/

St. James United Church http://stjamesmontreal.ca/rentals/spaces.html

Is It OK To Leave My Gear In The Cold?

The issue here isn’t so much the cold, it’s the condensation and moisture that is likely to form on the gear when you bring it in to a warmer place, especially if you’re in a humid environment. This could potentially damage the internals of your gear and lead to electrical issues. You’ll also want to avoid leaving your gear out in places where there’s a chance of it dropping to freezing temperatures, especially if it’s an extended period of time as this could also damage your equipment – for instance, plastics may become more brittle in cold temperatures, leading to breakage and cracking.

5 Montréal Venues Perfect For Tech Events

While Montréal enjoys a reputation as being “exotic” — at least that’s what surveys tell us! — we are much more than delectable food, fun festivals and cute French accents. Like any major North American city, we are diverse when it comes to culture and multidimensional when it comes to successful business sectors.

Phi Centre https://phi-centre.com/

Notman House http://notman.org/

Society for Arts and Technology (SAT) http://sat.qc.ca/en

Palais des congrès de Montréal https://congresmtl.com/en/

Maison Symphonique https://placedesarts.com/en/produce-event

SoundSwitch: Now Available for Virtual DJ!

https://www.chauvetdj.com/products/soundswitch/?utm_source=US&utm_medium=EMAIL&utm_content=SOUNDSWITCH&utm_campaign=SOUNDSWITCH

https://youtu.be/Zty_r-i11AY

5 Tips for Live Video Streaming at Events

Live video is the future of content. According to an estimate by networking-equipment maker Cisco, by 2020 75% of the world’s mobile traffic will be video. That’s huge. The big social media platforms are busy to prepare themselves for this inevitable future. Facebook, Periscope, Meerkat, YouTube and Twitter all have some form of live video streaming option, and they’re jostling to offer the most user-friendly, functional technology.

Have a purpose.

Let people know in advance that you’ll be going live.

Decide whether or not the video will be interactive.

Select a strategic location.

Don’t shoot your video in only HD (high definition).

Chauvet DJ Setting A Whole New Atmosphere

https://youtu.be/b-t-ojw9RbY

Planning a wedding in Montreal for 2018?

Planning a wedding in Montreal for 2018? Looking for a unique location, full of Old World charm, cobble stoned streets and great architecture? Consider Old Montreal and Old Port for your wedding.

Hotel Nelligan http://hotelnelligan.com/en/

Le Place d’Armes Hotel http://hotelplacedarmes.com/en/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_term=leplacedearmesmontreal&utm_campaign=Brand

L’Auberge St-Gabriel http://aubergesaint-gabriel.com/

Hotel Gault http://www.hotelgault.com/

Auberge du Vieux Port http://aubergeduvieuxport.com/home/

Hotel St-Sulpice http://www.lesaintsulpice.com/

Hotel St-James http://www.hotellestjames.com/

Hotel Intercontinental http://montreal.intercontinental.com/en/weddings

Hotel St-Paul https://hotelstpaul.com/en/

Westin Montreal http://www.westinmontreal.com/

Vieux Port Steakhouse http://vieuxportsteakhouse.com/en/

L’Atelier Argentine http://atelierargentine.com/

Daylight Factory http://www.daylightfactory.ca/

Restaurant Graziella http://www.restaurantgraziella.ca/

Marche Bonsecours http://www.marchebonsecours.qc.ca/en/location.html

Panoramic Hall, Science Center http://www.oldportofmontreal.com/hall-rentals

Belvedere http://www.oldportofmontreal.com/hall-rentals

Scena http://scena.ca/en/?gclid=CNiowNHQlssCFQouHwodl8QIOw

"Music has the ability to bring us into the present moment:

"Music has the ability to bring us into the present moment: the fleeting, all-enlightening, beautiful moments that make everything feel as if it’s exactly where it’s supposed to be."

8 Tips for a Successful Corporate Event

Planning a corporate event takes time, organization and sharp multitasking skills. Whether you’re hosting an office party, a conference, a team building retreat or a networking event, there are several elements to check to guarantee success.

1: Venue & Date

2: Equipment & Technical Support

3: Food & Refreshments

4: Floor Plan

5: Guest speakers

6: Activities & Entertainment

7: Itinerary of Events

8: Event Sponsors

Igloofest

Chaque hiver, Igloofest rassemble des milliers d'amateurs de musique électronique venus danser à la belle étoile sur les Quais du Vieux-Port de Montréal.

Every winter thousands of electronic music lovers dance under the stars at the Quays of the Old Port of Montréal.

https://igloofest.ca/

Fête des neiges de Montréal

20 jan - 11 fév 2018

Un événement gratuit sur plusieurs week-ends avec une panoplie d'activités hivernales! Tyroliennes, glissade sur tube, tours de traîneau à chiens, patinage, spectacles, musique et plus encore!

A free event on several weekends with a huge variety of winter activities! Ziplines, tube sliding, sled dog tours, skating, shows, music and much more!

Jan 20 - Feb 11, 2018

http://www.parcjeandrapeau.com/

Salon de l’Amour et de la Séduction

19 - 21 jan 2018

Destiné aux consommateurs adultes qui cherchent à pimenter leur vie. Si vous voulez assister à des séminaires et à des spectacles, rencontrer des célébrités, découvrir l'art érotique et plus encore. Comme nous ajoutons de nouveaux éléments au Salon tous les ans, il y a toujours des nouveautés pour les visiteurs qui reviennent.

For adult consumers looking to spice up their lives. Attend seminars and shows, meet celebrities, discover erotic art, and more. New elements are added to the Salon every year, and, subsequently, there is always something new for returning visitors.

Jan 19 - 21, 2018

http://tabooshow.com/Montreal-FR

7 Surefire Steps To Becoming A Better DJ

Like anything worth learning, DJing is not something you’ll become good at overnight. But if you know exactly what you should be doing in order to improve, your chances of success will be much higher.

1.DJ in public

2.Always record your mixes

3.Learn phrase matching

4.Share your mixes

5.Listen to other DJs critically

6.Write stuff down

7.Practise every day

7 Things To Do For Your Montreal Bachelor Party

Montreal is known for its explosive events, fierce festivals, and non-stop nightlife.

1. Montreal Craft Beer Tour http://montrealcraftbeertours.com/beer-tours/montreal-brewpub-experience-beer-tour/

2. Tir du Soleil http://tirdusoleil.com/

3. The Mile End Montreal Food Tour http://localmontrealtours.com/food-tours/mile-end-montreal-food-tour/

4. A/Maze https://www.amazemontreal.com/

5. Piknic Électronik https://piknicelectronik.com/montreal/

6. Chez Parée Gentleman's Club https://www.facebook.com/Chezparee?fref=ts

7. Stereo http://www.stereonightclub.net/

4 Questions To Ask Yourself When You Feel Stuck At DJing

Is this what primetime looks like at your gigs? Don't be disheartened - ask yourself these four questions to figure out what you can do to move the needle in your DJing.

1. Are you giving people a good reason to check you out?

2. Are you practising enough?

3. Are you promoting your shows and engaging on social media?

4. Are you still holed up in your bedroom?

5 Great Alternative/Industrial Wedding Venues in Montreal

As an Event Planner I sometimes get asked if I know of any great venues in Montreal to hold a wedding, party or event at. While there are so many wonderful reception halls in Montreal, sometimes people are looking for something a little different, alternative, or with an industrial feel to it.

Canvas Montreal http://www.canvasmontreal.com/

Espace Reunion http://www.espacereunion.ca/

Espace Griffintown https://www.facebook.com/Espace-Griffintown-109230632469763/

Rialto Montreal http://theatrerialto.ca/en/

Lion d’Or http://cabaretliondor.com/

F4IP Video Panel by CHAUVET Professional

https://youtu.be/kkquGsMlOzI

5 Simple Tips to Help Make Your Event Go Viral

Social media buzz during your event is a wonderful form of marketing. When attendees share positive written updates and smile-smeared photographs live from the gathering, those who are missing the event experience a bit of FOMO (fear of missing out).

Make your hashtag known.

Add delegate’s Twitter handles to event badges.

Have an appointed social team.

Incorporate five-minute “Social Breaks” halfway through presentations or seminars.

Add a branded photo backdrop.

"I'm not making records as a producer.

"I'm not making records as a producer. I'm making it as a person on the dancefloor. If I feel like I can dance to the track straight through, without feeling like something got confused in the cutting, that's how I set it up. If you're dancing, that groove should have the same potency as the groove before it, so that you can just keep going. It's only when there's that continuousness that I can give you that release of energy on the dancefloor"

7 Point Checklist to Choosing Your Event Venue

One of the reasons event planners find it so hard to secure the right event venue is because they don’t know the right questions to ask.

Choosing an event venue is one of the most important choices you’ll make in the planning process.

1. Who is your target audience and what is the guest list size?

2. Know how to cater to your target audience

3. What is convenient for your guests?

4. Weather

5. Venue knowledge and experience

6. What other services does the venue provide?

7. What are the venue fees?

Mobile Beat Las Vegas

Mobile Beat Las Vegas is your ultimate DJ education, networking and shopping experience for 2018...
ARE YOU GOING TO BE THERE?

http://www.mobilebeat.com/product-category/events/?orderby=date&mc_cid=b2d20f1ea7&mc_eid=95c262a1ec

10 Things to Consider When Choosing your Event Venue

When organizing an event, you are confronted by many decisions. Choosing a venue is the one decision that will have the largest impact on your event.

1. Location

2. Parking

3. Capacity and Minimums

4. Services and Amenities

5. Layout

6. Ambiance

7. Insurance

8. Accessibility

9. Acoustics

10. Cost and Flexibility on Event Date

10 (More) Amazing Montréal Venues That You Didn’t Even Know You Could Rent

Here at Omega Design Events we are constantly on the prowl for unique venues. Our goal is to highlight a range of appealing options, so that you — event planner extraordinaire — can select a venue that will fit the needs of your group.

A MOULIN ROUGE STYLE THEATRE.

A 19TH CENTURY SHIPYARD.

A RIVERSIDE ROOFTOP.

A HERITAGE HOUSE TURNED STARTUP DEN. http://notman.org/about/

A GOVERNOR’S GARDEN. http://www.chateauramezay.qc.ca/en/services/room-rentals/garden/

A PRIVATE MOVIE THEATRE.

A CRYPT. http://www.marguerite-bourgeoys.com/en/services/room-Rentals.asp

A TEA ROOM. https://www.facebook.com/cardinaltearoom

A REGAL BALLROOM. https://lewindsormontreal.com/en#ballrooms

AN “UNCONVENTIONAL” ROOFTOP.

Mega Hex Par - New 6-Color Sensation

http://www.adj.com/mega-hex-par

http://www.adj.com/mega-flat-hex-pak

https://youtu.be/VOx_gAC7YgA

10 Amazing Montréal Venues You Didn’t Even Know You Could Rent

Planning an important event? You’re in luck. Montréal has an exceptional venue to move your event from “simply nice” to “downright unforgettable.”

A CASTLE TOWER. http://www.parcjeandrapeau.com/en/tour-de-levis/

A BEAUX-ARTS STYLE MANSION. http://www.chateaudufresne.com/

A WORLD TRADE CENTRE. http://www.centredecommercemondial.com/

A CIRCUS HALL. http://www.cirque-eloize.com/fr/

A SCULPTURE GARDEN. https://macm.org/en/general-information/rental-opportunities/

A HISTORIC HOCKEY ARENA. http://www.forum-montreal.com/

AN OLYMPIC TOWER. http://parcolympique.qc.ca/

A PLANETARIUM.

A BOAT. http://www.croisieresaml.com/en/groups/events/conventions/

A BRIDGE.

5 Tips For DJing With Just A Laptop

Knowing how to spin with just your laptop's keyboard and trackpad can help in a pinch or if your DJ gear suddenly refuses to cooperate at a gig.

1. Know your software’s standalone capabilities

2. Use the 80/20 rule with keyboard shortcuts

3. Pack emergency accessories in your DJ bag

4. Sort your music and organise playlists ahead of time

5. Explore making your own mappings

Party Rental Essentials: Top Tips For An Awesome Outdoor Bash

Holding a party involves more than the food, tent and guests. You need party rentals from the lights to the very linen your guests will use to wipe off the excellent sauce you served them from your lips. This is perhaps more the case for outdoor parties, because you need to bring amenities you take for granted in indoor venues outside.

The Tent

Essential Rentals

Pricing

Restrictions

Decor

Read

"What's good about being a DJ

"What's good about being a DJ is that you get to reinvent yourself every single day..."

Restaurants Foyers Montreal

Le temps froid se fait de plus en plus sentir. Il nous donne le goût de s'emmitoufler dans une couverture sur le bord d'un foyer. Heureusement, plusieurs restaurants à Montréal et ses environs vous offrent réconfort et gastronomie.

http://www.restomontreal.ca/s/?restaurants=Foyers+Montreal&f=13&d=&lang=fr

5 Tips for Finding the Right Party Rental Service in Montreal

A party rental company in Montreal needs to be at the top of your list of things to do when planning a party or event. You need a reliable company that offers a good inventory of items. When you find a good company, they will save you time and money, which are equally important.

1. Visit a Showroom

2. Check Out the Inventory Online

3. Make Some Comparisons

4. Ask Questions

5. Read Reviews

Nite Mix Entertainment's song of the week

Following the smash hit “Despacito,” Luis Fonsi is back with his follow-up single, “Echame La Culpa,” with Demi Lovato. The song debuts at No. 3 on the Hot Latin Songs chart, following his former No. 1 “Despacito,” with Daddy Yankee, featuring Justin Bieber.

https://youtu.be/TyHvyGVs42U

Most Requested Songs of 2017

• Top 200 Most Requested Songs
• Top 200 Most Requested Pop Songs
• Top 100 Most Requested Songs of the 2010's
• Top 100 Most Requested Songs of the 2000's
• Top 100 Most Requested Songs of the 1990's
• Top 100 Most Requested Songs of the 1980's
• Top 100 Most Requested Songs of the 1970's
• Top 100 Most Requested Songs of the 1960's
• Top 100 Most Requested Songs of the 1950's


• Top 50 Most Requested First Dances
• Top 50 Most Requested Father Daughter Dances
• Top 50 Most Requested Mother Son Dances
• Top 50 Most Requested Wedding Party Dances
• Top 50 Most Requested Bouquet Toss Songs
• Top 50 Most Requested Garter Toss Songs
• Top 50 Most Requested Cake Cutting Songs
• Top 50 Most Requested Introduction Songs
• Top 50 Most Requested Last Dances
• Top 50 Most Requested Money Dance Songs
• Top 50 Most Requested Ceremony Processional Songs
• Top 50 Most Requested Ceremony Recessional Songs
• Top 50 Most Requested Ceremony Songs

https://www.djintelligence.com/charts/DJIntelligenceMostRequestedAll2017.pdf

LES GRANDS SALONS MARIONS-NOUS, JANVIER 2018 / LET'S GET MARRIED, JANUARY 2018

Les plus populaires salons de la mariée et guides d’achats pour mariages depuis plus de 25 ans à Montréal!

Montreal's most popular wedding shows and shopping guides for more than 25 years in a row!

https://www.tix123.com/tix123/eTic.cfm?code=GSMNJ18

Encore Series LED Fresnels

Every great performance deserves an encore

http://www.adj.com/encore-fr150z

http://www.adj.com/encore-fr50z

https://youtu.be/yZMG7y0LX-Y

In 2017, the world asked “how.”

https://youtu.be/vI4LHl4yFuo

Top Party Rental Tips in Montreal

Throwing a successful party can be a difficult thing to manage alone. There is so much that one needs to take care of that often one or the other things gets overlooked; therefore, sabotaging the party impression. For a task as mammoth as planning and organizing a good party, outsourcing some of the work can be of great help. Fortunately, many party rentals in Montreal can assist you in delivering the major pieces for your party.

Here are the top essentials you need to throw that blowout bash:

Furniture

Many party rentals in Montreal have included pieces of furniture, such as couches, armchairs, coffee tables, dance floors and stages at both indoor and outdoor events.

Tenting

Good tenting creates a comforting and relaxed mood for a party. Often used as shelter from heat, rain, and the wind, choosing the right tent according to your preference can be a daunting task.

Tables

Table rentals range from cocktail tables to common ones.

Chairs

Selecting the right set of chairs to complement your table set is also important in creating that unique tone for the event.

Linen

Linen is the one item that directly reflects the theme of the event because of its ability to create mood through colors, patterns, and texture.

Par Z100 Series - Wait...is that a halogen Par Can?

http://www.adj.com/par-z100-3k

http://www.adj.com/par-z100-5k

https://youtu.be/Vpb-P7Ye31A

Top Tips for Party Tent Rentals and Event Planning In Montreal

Planning an event is often stressful and detailed and time sensitive work that requires knowledge and dedication from the entire team involved in the process. Different kinds of events require different approaches to planning. The right effort, the right help, and a basic understanding of party rental supplies will help to ensure that your next event will be a success.

These are a few things to keep in mind when you are thinking about putting your next event together:

Tent Rentals

This may be your most important decision. Many factors will go into your decision for an event tent.

Table Rentals

When you are throwing an event with a formal dinner or catered food involved, having the appropriate tables is key to a smooth-running event.

Chair Rentals

Selecting your chairs may not seem like the most vital decision for your event, but it can make all the difference in terms of comfort and style.

Decorations

The décor of your event is one of the most important decisions you will make. From the linens to the lighting, the party design should reflect your personality or the theme you would like to represent.

"DJing is not about the perfect set.

"DJing is not about the perfect set. It's a moment, it's creativity - what you want to do in that moment... Sometimes it works out, and sometimes it doesn’t." 

Canada's Bridal Show - January 5, 6 & 7, 2018

As you start the wedding planning process, you may have wondered why certain vendors charge what they do and why they're worth investing in.

http://www.canadasbridalshow.com/