Wedding Band vs DJ (or Both?): What Works Best for UK Receptions

One of the big decisions when planning your reception is whether to book a wedding band, a DJ, or even both. The right choice depends on your style, budget, venue, and how you want the night to feel.

At Crash the Wedding – a female-fronted pop-punk & indie wedding band in the North West UK – we’ve seen it all: live bands bringing down the house, DJs spinning till the early hours, and amazing receptions where couples combined the two. Here’s our honest breakdown to help you decide.