S1 E14 - Behind The Beats: All things wedding music with Lydia and DJ Arshad

In this episode, we’re diving into all things music and party energy with Lydia and Arshad from one of Bali’s most loved wedding music teams. We chat about how they first landed in Bali, the patience it takes to get started in this industry, and their very first wedding here!

We also get into the real stuff couples need to know when it comes to creating a killer music experience at their wedding — from ceremony to dance floor and everything in between.

Expect tips, laughs, a few DJ horror stories, and some seriously good advice.

We cover:

• How Lydia and Arshad built their business and their first ever Bali wedding

• Understanding client and guest music vibes

• Getting and managing song requests

• Western vs local suppliers and how that affects communication and music direction

• What rider equipment is, why it matters, and the real cost of good sound

• Why sound checks should never be skipped

• The danger of inappropriate lyrics and why you need to listen to your key songs

• Dance trends that still live on: Nutbush, Macarena and more

• How to get the dance floor pumping and keep it there

• Why dinner playlists matter more than you think

• How to build the full music journey from ceremony to party

• How live band sets actually work across the day

Whether you're a couple planning your wedding or a vendor looking to level up the party, this one’s for you.

Lydia: @lydsy (instagram)

DJ Arshad: (no instagram)

Tristan Moy: @tristanbalibrides

Britta Petersen: @britta_balibrides

Bali Brides: @balibridesau & @balibridesteam

www.balibrides.com.au