At SoundCake, we love celebrating the joy and fun of your wedding day — but when it comes to the cake cutting, we strongly discourage  smashing cake into your newly married spouse’s face. While it might seem like a playful tradition from movies, in real life it can be awkward, messy, and even uncomfortable for your partner. Weddings are filled with precious moments you’ll want to remember fondly, not wipe off frosting and worry about later. Cake in the eyes, hair, or attire c

When planning your wedding reception, one of the biggest entertainment decisions you’ll make is choosing between a live band and a DJ. Both can create an unforgettable atmosphere — but the right choice depends on your priorities, your vision, and your budget. A live band brings visual energy and the excitement of musicians performing in real time. However, bands typically have limited song lists, require larger staging areas, and often come with higher costs due to multiple p

Interviewing is often viewed through the lens of high-stakes pressure, but when approached with curiosity, it transforms into one of the most rewarding forms of human connection. On my radio show, I have the opportunity to interview civic leaders every single day. At its core, an interview is a guided discovery. For the interviewer, it’s an educational masterclass; you gain a front-row seat to someone else’s expertise, uncovering "hidden gems" of knowledge that a textbook can

In the fast-paced world of digital media, the line between newsworthy  and sensational  often feels blurred, but the distinction is vital for a well-informed public. Newsworthiness: No Fluff Something is newsworthy if it possesses substance and relevance. Readers typically look for elements like timeliness, impact, and prominence. A newsworthy story provides context, relies on verified facts, and serves the public interest by explaining how an event affects your life or commu

News writing has affected me this week, & I knew it might come up in the interview. I work for a conservative radio station in St. George, UT. It's a conservative town already, and I had yet to have any of the county Democrats. So I called the president of the Washington County Democratic Party & wanted to give them a chance to come in & tell their views on certain issues like immigration, gerrymandering maps in the news recently, a newly approved road coming through a reserv

At Sound Cake , we spend our weekends witnessing the "final production," but we know the real magic happens in the months leading up to the "I do." That’s why we encourage every bride to keep a wedding journal—but with a twist. Don't write your entries like a dry news report of vendors booked and checks mailed. Instead, write in feature-style . Don’t just record what  happened; capture how  it felt. Instead of "We picked the flowers today," try describing the scent of the peo

At Sound Cake , we know that the right song doesn’t just fill a dance floor—it creates a core memory. As we move through the 2026 wedding season, the best playlists are finding a perfect harmony between viral modern hits and the "untouchable" classics that bridge the generational gap. Whether you’re looking for high-energy disco-pop or a soulful country sing-along, here are the top 20 tracks currently dominating our dance floors. Here are the bangers we played most in 2025: M

Even the most perfectly choreographed wedding needs a little editing before the big day. At Sound Cake , we know that "more" isn’t always "better." Sometimes, the best way to elevate your wedding is by stripping away the noise. Here are five ways to edit your plans for a smoother celebration: The "Plus-One" Audit: In Southern Utah, everyone is related to everyone. If you haven’t spoken to a guest in three years, they probably don’t need to be in your intimate ceremony photos.

At Sound Cake, our passion for weddings goes far beyond the DJ booth. Curating this blog has been a rewarding journey, allowing us to distill years of "front-row" experience into actionable advice for our couples. By organizing these posts, we’ve been able to lay out the patterns of success we see every weekend in Southern Utah—from the perfect flow of the timeline to the subtle bits of guest etiquette. It has transformed our collective knowledge into a library of resources,

Ok, don't actually go crash a wedding. But, go to a wedding of a friend & take lots of notes! It's the ultimate "field research" for your own big day. At Sound Cake , we always tell couples to look past the flowers and focus on the guest experience  and logistics . First, watch the flow of the evening . Is there a long, awkward gap between the ceremony and cocktail hour? Does the transition from dinner to dancing feel seamless, or did the energy dip when the lights stayed too

While the term "Momzilla" is usually whispered in hushed tones behind a cocktail napkin, the behavior often stems from a place of deep love—and a little too much adrenaline. At Sound Cake , we’ve seen every wedding dynamic imaginable. To keep the peace (and your place in the wedding photos), watch out for these three red flags. 1. You’ve Forgotten the "Guest" in Guest List If you find yourself arguing that your third cousin twice-removed must  be there, but the couple hasn't

Here are some tips from all of us from Sound Cake for the Man of the Hour to have a successful time leading up to the wedding & an unforgettable wedding day. Congratulations! You’re about to embark on one of the biggest days of your life. While the "to-do" list can feel like it’s geared toward the bride, a groom’s preparation is the secret sauce to a smooth, stress-free celebration. It all starts with you, boys. Here is what you need to know to stay sharp, courtesy of the tea

At Sound Cake , we’ve seen it a hundred times: the music is pumping, the dance floor is packed, and guests are holding up phones to capture the magic. But by the next morning, those memories are scattered across thirty different "stories" with grainy audio and awkward crops. When we created a couple of recent social media posts and, as we look back, we should have added music, voiceover or both! We should have had a social rehearsal. But, your wedding isn't a rehearsal—you h

At Sound Cake , we live for the moments that don’t just sound good, but look and feel like a core memory. Between the bass dropping during your grand entrance and that quiet, teary-eyed look from your dad, your wedding is a whirlwind of content. But when the sparklers go out, where do those memories actually live? While TikTok is great for trends and Instagram is the "highlight reel," there is one platform that has officially taken the crown for the 2026 bride: Pinterest. Why

When I served my mission in the mid-90s, there were only a few ways to contact potential investigators about the gospel. We could track (during the day, most people weren't home). We could go street contacting (most people were hurrying to/from work/lunch. We could hope to visit with members to gather referrals (but see #1) We could stay in the apartment & make calls to old contacts (again, see #1) Now, social media is a main source of sharing the gospel. Two of my daughters

At Sound Cake , we know the best moments aren't always captured by the main camera. While your photographer handles the "studio" shots, your guests, family, and vendors are catching the raw, "unplugged" magic on their phones. Creating a shared digital folder—via a QR code or app—is like gathering every hidden track of your wedding day. It gives your family a central spot to drop those candid laughs and allows vendors (like your DJ!) to see the energy of the dance floor from t

At Sound Cake , we know that finding the perfect volume is like finding the perfect recipe—it’s all about balance. To judge how much sound your event needs, start by looking at the acoustics and materials . A room with high ceilings and "hard" surfaces (like brick, glass, or concrete) will bounce sound around, creating echoes that can turn music into a muddy mess. In these spaces, less is often more. Conversely, "soft" venues with heavy drapes, carpets, and a large crowd will

Hire Sound Cake For Your Event! This is our hype video! I created it so you can see how we bring your event party to life by engaging your guests & not just playing music. We want your event to be memorable so we created a storyboard to make sure we hit all of the story we wanted to tell you! At Sound Cake, we view a storyboard as the "lead sheet" for our video. It is a sequence of sketches—ranging from stick figures to detailed art—that maps out every shot before the cameras

SO may times I have had photographers take photos or videos of me & I never know where they end up. Other times, I've had caterers ask me who the photographer is. Or had a floral designer ask who the caterer is. So, something to consider...create a sheet that all the vendors can share their contact information. It should include name, email, & social media handles. Probably not phone numbers but you could just make it optional. Then, someday, when a couple asks you for a reco

At Sound Cake , we know that even the most perfectly mastered wedding day can encounter a little "surface noise." Whether it’s a sudden downpour during your outdoor ceremony or a guest accidentally knocking over a centerpiece, a wedding snafu doesn’t have to ruin the track. Here is how to keep the music playing when life throws you a remix. 1. Adopt a "Studio" Mindset In a recording studio, a mistake just leads to a better take. If something goes wrong—a bridesmaid’s zipper b