Using NoSongRequests.com Pro at School Dances

Alright, you’ve got a school dance coming up—these can be some of the most high-energy gigs you’ll play, and you need to be ready for anything. The students at these events are used to having control over their music right from their phones, so when you give them a chance to interact with you and request what they want, they’ll love it. That’s where NoSongRequests.com Pro comes in. Trust me, this tool is a game-changer for keeping things organized and still giving the crowd what they want with without losing control.

1. Start with Your Custom Event Page

Before the dance, set up your custom event page for the dance. Here’s the cool part: you can design it to match the look and feel of the school's dance announcement! Use the same design, colors, and even the dance slogan. This gives the page a custom and fun vibe that will get the students hyped even before they walk into the dance. Here’s why setting it up early is a game-changer:

Start Collecting Requests Early: You can open the page weeks before the event, letting students request songs ahead of time. This gives you time to gauge the vibe, plan your set, and even find clean versions of songs if needed. When you walk in the room, you already have a good idea of what the students are into.
Only pay for the Custom Event Pages you need, when you need them: Each custom page is tailored for that specific dance. After the event, you can deactivate it and set up a new page for your next gig. You’re only paying for live pages, so you can build a ton of inactive pages without worrying about extra costs.

2. Dial in the Song Request Settings

This is where you’ll want to be careful, especially since you’re working with minors at a school event. The last thing you want is to show a name or comment that shouldn’t be public, so here’s how I set things up:

Turn Off Names and Comments: Keep it clean. Don’t show who’s making the requests, and don’t display any public comments. This keeps it anonymous and drama-free.
No Personal Info: Don’t collect emails or phone numbers. You don’t need that info for a school dance.
Explicit Songs: You’re going to want to turn on the “Show Explicit Songs” feature to flag any songs that aren’t clean. You don’t want the principal or parents giving you side-eye for playing something inappropriate.
Limit Requests: Trust me, limit how many requests one person can make. Set it to 3 or 5 so one excited student doesn’t flood you with a dozen requests. This keeps things moving smoothly.

3. Turn Off Tipping, Booking, and Contact Buttons

It’s a school dance, so you’re not there to upsell or take tips. Just go into your settings and disable these features:

Tipping: It’s unnecessary for this kind of gig.
Booking and Contact: You can turn off these buttons too—keep the focus on the music and the event.

4. Shoutouts Can Get Messy—Turn Them Off

Shoutouts can be fun at parties or weddings, but at a school dance, it’s better to leave them off. With minors, you never know what kind of comments will come through, and you don’t want to be in a situation where something inappropriate goes public. Just turn the shoutouts feature off and keep things simple.

5. Pre-Load a Playlist for More Control

If you really want to stay in control of the music, upload a playlist or crate as a .csv file and limit the song requests to what you’ve already pre-approved. This can be a lifesaver if you’re working with a theme or if you know the school has specific guidelines about the music. It keeps the requests relevant and saves you from scrambling for clean edits mid-event.

Final Thoughts: Keep the Crowd Happy and Stay in Control

School dances can be a blast if you’re prepared, and NoSongRequests.com Pro helps you keep things under control while still letting the students feel like they’re part of the party. You’ll be surprised how much energy you can create just by letting them pick their songs. Just stay on top of the requests, manage the vibe, and don’t be afraid to mix in your own choices to keep the flow tight.

You got this—go in there, have fun, and watch how the crowd reacts when they hear their songs come on. It’s a great way to build up your rep as a DJ who knows how to engage the audience while keeping the event smooth and professional. Have fun!