Edgefield Wedding Shines Through The Rain

 
Blackberry Hall at McMenamins Edgefield in Troutdale, Oregon will always hold a special place in my heart. 17 years ago next month, my wife and I celebrated our wedding reception in this unique venue and each time I return to DJ an event there, I get a great vibe.
 
On April 6, 2013, I was honored to be a part of Ashley and Graham’s Edgefield wedding and reception in Blackberry Hall and while it rained steadily outside, most guests paid no mind as this place provides a great diversion.
 
Edgefield Wedding Ceremony Highlights:

• Prelude: Irish Folk Music
• Bridal Party Entrance: Michael Bublé – Fever
• Bride Entrance: Norah Jones – Come Away With Me
• Bride/Groom Exit: Dave Matthews Band – You & Me

For the grand entrance to the reception, the newlyweds planned to take some photos outside then return to be announced, but the wet weather kept them inside. When Ashley and Graham were done with their photos, I asked them if they wanted to come back in through a different entrance. They declined, but then said they were ready at that moment. They proceeded to run outside, then right back in again. Good thing I had their music ready… it was good fun and I think most guests thought they had been away the entire time.
 
Edgefield Wedding Reception Highlights:

• Grand Entrance: David Guetta f/Usher – Without You
• Cake Cutting: James Taylor – How Sweet It Is (To Be Loved By You)
• First Dance: Stevie Nicks & Don Henley – Leather & Lace
• Bride and Father Dance: Trace Adkins – You’re Gonna Miss This (Cut to Gangnam Style)
• Groom and Mother Dance: The Clash – Rock the Casbah
• Last Dance: Michael Bublé – The Way You Look Tonight

Not too many grooms choose ‘Rock the Casbah’ for a dance with their mom, but the guests loved it and this song added an extra layer of energy that got everyone on the dance floor in a hurry.

This group had a lot of fun dancing to everything from Michael Jackson to Justin Timberlake. Ashley requested the latest hits and Graham wanted more classics. In fact, he requested I play ‘Celebration’ twice… Ashley just rolled her eyes 🙂
 
The ‘Cupid Shuffle’ was a big hit and no one could resist ‘Party Rock Anthem’ and ‘Gangham Style’. The night was also rockin’ with a sprinkling of Def Leppard and Journey.
 
Ashley & Graham, it was a pleasure. I wish you the best and thank you for choosing PRO DJs.