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January 2002 / Issue #71
CONTENTS >> Publisher
L.A. Communications
Editor-in-Chief
Robert A. Lindquist
Operations Manager
Stephanie Scott
Managing Editor
Mitzvahs Across America
Dan Walsh
Acomprehensive look at
Advertising Sales Manager
Jewish celebrations around the nation
Art Bradlee
28
Editorial/Production Manager
Christine Wagenblass
Graphic Design/Layout
Andrew Schmitz
Look Ma, No Cords!
Editor-at-Large
Unhook your system for more mobility
Anthony Barthel
37
Circulation Manager
Maria Jepson
On Thin Air
Contributing writers for this issue:
Henry Collins * Dave Kreiner * Tom P. McAuliffe
Exploring the wide world of
Reid Goldsborough * Steve Wozniak « Fred Sebastian *
wireless microphones
Jay Maxwell « Randy Bartlett * Greg Tutwiler
Ag
Thomas Edison
Mobile Beat DJ Shows and Conferences Producer
Michael Buonaccorso
Reality Check
How to reach Mobile Beat Magazine:
Raising rates: when DJs say NIMBY For subscriptions, address changes or back
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11,043. Average free distribution: 479. Avera copies not distributed:
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T fa C k Oo n e talents to help our fellow citizens who are in need
a But, while our world has changed, life goes on. As New
Our Flag Was Still There York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani has emphasized repeatedly, we
must carry on with our everyday activities in defiance of those
who would destroy our society. Part of that “carrying on” (pardon
the pun) involves the celebration of rites-of-passage such as wed-
dings and Bar/Bat Mitzvahs, as well as other events. Our positions
as festivity facilitators have taken on a new importance, just as
our clients are feeling the importance of their milestone events
more deeply. We need to rise to the occasion and bring the fun
to people's lives while also being sensitive to the deeper emotions
and sense of loss many are feeling these days.
Starting on page 28, Steve Wozniak takes us on a whirl-
wind journey around the country to see just how Dus are helping
their clients celebrate the unique Jewish event of the Bar/Bat
Mitzvah. Tom McAuliffe and Robert Lindquist give us different
views of how wireless technology continues to make DJs more
mobile—during their events. The real importance of the Du’s part
in the success of any event underlies Randy Bartlett's detailed
response to those who cry “not in my back yard” when it comes to
lot has changed in America since September 11, 2001—another charging more for their services. Mike Ficher also encourages us
day that will live in infamy within our national consciousness
to stay relevant and motivated by making artistic education a life-
from now on. We are living with a continuing threat of terrorism, long pursuit. You'll also find hot new products, music compilations
inc eens d vigilance, tighter security in public places, a new kind of war profiles of unique Ds, and much more, inside this issue.
being fought by our military, and an uncertain economic future. Mobile Beat is here to give you information you can use to
However, some positive changes have also come about. As Jay build your career as a DJ. As our nation rebuilds its buildings and
MaA xwell+} noottee: s in hhiiss PS3W\ CD| T cyoe) lumn (p. 77 8), Americarnanss a¢ re fe> eling a its spirit, we hope that we continue to inspire you as you create
renewed sense of patriotism; we are not taking our freedoms for granted a positive future
anymore. The old songs, along with some new favorites, are again helping
us express our national pride. We realized as we saw the firefighters

@ Old Glory over the World Trade Center wreckage that our flag was Sau Wealth
definitely still there, even after the darkness of the attack. In response, we : :
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[is to address Harlley Snow’s allows the crowd to draw their own con- come anyway. Actually, | have had
letter concerning the removal of the clusions. She sits up there helplessly instances that end up very cute! There
garter. First let me say that discre- (like an object) as the groom publicly is almost always a moment shared
tion is above all a DJ's best weapon, gropes her in search of the garter. As between the bride and groom.
and that | realize that every situation is a DJ, you should control the event and While | have seen many different
different, but | strongly disagree with his lead the audience down whatever path things develop, usually the groom will
approach. you choose. hold her leg at the ankle wondering
First, to say that we should down- The majority of my newlyweds are how to attack his predicament while the
play it and that the removal of the garter first timers and young—18 to 25. In bride casually moves the garter down
is NOT a sexual event, in my opinion, most cases, | do the following. | seat to her knee or ankle. At this point, the
is dead wrong. | have done research the bride in front of everyone and groom calmly finishes the job. In effect,
and talked to elders. My understanding announce that it is time to remove the | create a situation that allows my bride
is that the tradition is a friendly way for garter (to silence or light instrumental to do what she thinks appropriate rather
the groom to say to his buddies, “Hey, music). | wait until the groom kneels. than to be a public object of the groom’s
| have taken the step. Marriage has and is reaching for the bottom of her. search,
its advantages—maybe you should con- dress. | then say, “(Groom's name), | hate to even say this, because
sider it too!” Simply changing the music obviously you haven't been to a recep- next weekend | will probably crash
to “Mission Impossible” or “Pink Panther” tion here at (XXX—venue name)?” and burn, but, knock on wood, | have
doesn't change what is publicly hap- “They have a rule here at XXX—you NEVER had a complaint. Instead, |
pening. The groom is, in front of the can’t use your hands.” | begin to play have had parents and even grandpar-
entire group, going under her dress and the club version of “Skillz” by All-4-One, ents come up and commend me on the
removing an undergarment — this is very which is very stripper like. | then add, scam and compliment the outcome.
sexuall “Now (groom), she may assist you, if Overall, my advice is threefold: 1)
My opinion is that you don’t change she wishes, but you will probably pay Get to know your brides and have a
the sexual connotation or attempt to for it—later!”
good understanding of how they want
downplay it. Rather, redirect the focus What | have done is placed the you to run the event; 2) You are in
from the bride to the groom (where it focus squarely on the groom and his
charge, so take charge and make it
should be). The garter removal, just like mission at hand—not the bride. The fun, yet appropriate; and 3)Raise your
the bouquet toss, cake cutting or father/ jeers are now directed at him and, prices—! did! (Thanks Markl).
bride dance is one of the big focal events in most cases, the bride sits with a
at the reception. As Dus, in my humble huge arrogant grin. Yes, in some case
Sincerely,
opinion, our job is to play them up, make his head goes under the dress and
Sean Hearn
them fun and spotlight our newlyweds. retrieves the garter, but this is not the
Music in Motion
Yes, to play stripper music and norm. | personally feel like in those sit-
Fort Smith, Arkansas
leave the bride and groom to their own uations, left to do whatever he wanted,
devices looks bad and, more importantly, it probably would have been the out-
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E-MAIL YOUR QUESTIONS TO (While the great DJ Waldo is taking a break
for this issue, we wanted to share a letter he
received in response to a question and answer
in the last issue. It is solely the opinion of the
writer and is not a substitute for professional
legal advice. —Ed.) y
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Dear Waldo,
Association) designation that describes the plug or recep-
While reading the MB 2002 Gear Book issue, | came across tacle in a uniform fashion. After that, the plug or receptacle

a disturbing story in your column. It was signed by Darrin has to have a voltage and amperage rating. If Darrin uti-
Sappenfield. In his letter to you, he stated that his equipment lized a standard 15A or 20A 125VAC rated receptacle,
suffered from a community college’s maintenance personnel which is a common device for utilizing cord and plug-

re-wiring an “outlet” for use with a floor polisher that required connected equipment, that receptacle should have been
240V service. wired for standard 120V equipment. If it was “hot
| own and operate my own Mobile Di service, which | wired” by maintenance personnel for other purposes,
work at part time. Full time, | work as an industrial construc- the community college is responsible for damages.
tion electrician. | hope that Darrin reads this or that you will To the best of my knowledge, this responsibility
forward this information to him: would be for the replacement cost of comparable
Every cord connector (“plug”) and every receptacle equipment, regardless of anticipated lifespan or price.
(“outlet”) has a specific rating or designation. Each plug or
receptacle has a NEMA (National Electrical Manufactures John Habben
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