A classic party anthems set is the backbone of most weddings and family parties in Kent. It pulls the biggest singalong songs from across the decades, from Motown and disco to Britpop and modern pop, so nobody in the room feels left out.
The trick is the order. We read the room and move between eras so each song lands with a different group of guests, and the floor keeps filling rather than emptying every time the decade changes.
Usually the main peak of the night, roughly 9pm to 11pm, once the first dance is done and guests have had a drink or two.
Mixed-age crowds: weddings, 40th, 50th and 60th birthdays, family celebrations and works parties where you cannot please everyone with one genre.
Example tracks
A taste of what you might hear. Every set is tailored to your crowd and requests.
- 01Don't Stop Me NowQueen
- 02I Wanna Dance with Somebody (Who Loves Me)Whitney Houston
- 03Dancing QueenABBA
- 04Livin' on a PrayerBon Jovi
- 05Mr. BrightsideThe Killers
- 06Uptown FunkMark Ronson ft. Bruno Mars
- 07SeptemberEarth, Wind & Fire
- 08Wake Me Up Before You Go-GoWham!
- 09HappyPharrell Williams
- 10Come On EileenDexys Midnight Runners
- 11Sweet CarolineNeil Diamond
- 12Don't Look Back in AngerOasis
- 13Can't Get You Out of My HeadKylie Minogue
- 14Can't Stop the Feeling!Justin Timberlake
DJ tips
- Tell us the three songs you would be gutted not to hear. We build the peak of the night around them.
- A do-not-play list is just as useful as a must-play list. If you never want to hear a certain song again, say so.
- Mixed crowds respond best to quick changes of era. Short blends keep energy up better than long mixes.
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FAQs
Is a classic anthems set too predictable?
Not if it is done well. The songs are familiar on purpose, but the order, the blends and the surprises in between keep it fresh. We also mix in your own favourites so it feels personal.
Can you avoid the really cheesy songs?
Yes. Classic anthems and cheesy classics are different sets. Tell us where your line is and we stick to it.
How long should this set run?
Most nights it forms the core hour or two of the evening, blended with chart hits or a specific decade depending on your guests.
