Frequently asked questions about the music we play

American Hot Trax plays whatever the occasion calls for...

Our library of over 20,000 "real" music titles includes the best examples of virtually every type and style of music ever made.  We can produce a music show for any occasion to suit any guest's taste.

Most often, we play a mix of popular slow-dance and party favorites from the 50's through today.

At weddings in particular, there's usually a pretty wide age range and some diverse tastes.  Generally, we'll begin with well-known standards, jazz, instrumentals, and lite rock, then evolve toward newer, faster party music rounding out the evening.

However, every event is different, and some guests enjoy a heavier blend of certain styles of music, while others enjoy a more mass appeal contemporary mix throughout.

For school dances and other younger guests, we'll target "newer" music, and cruise-ins/car shows, class reunions, and oldies dances we'll skew with a 50's, 60's, 70's blend. 

Our staff has the experience to create music shows suited to any group's preference, and we back it with Cincinnati's most impressive music library.

• Most of all...the only type of music we don't play is BAD music.

How much choice do you have?

As little-or as-much as you desire.

We need to know your guests age range and the mood you'd like to set as a minimum.  We'll be sure to plan a variety of music they'll enjoy.  Of course your guests will surprise you, so we're constantly "feeling out" the crowd and fine-tuning the music throughout the event.

It's also important for us to know your definite Do and Don't song titles.  We ask that you consider both your own and your guests' tastes on the "don't" list. Even if you've grown tired of a popular party song, many of your guests might consider it essential to a great time.

You can choose all of the music for your event.  However, your guests' music tastes may not match your own, and many of your favorite "listen-to" songs may not work well in a "get-up-and-dance" situation.  Ideally, you should set a tone and a mood, select your special songs, and allow us to produce an event that appeals to the entire guest list.

How Much Music Will We Bring To Your Event?

Typically 10,000 song titles.

Of course your "special songs" will be on hand.  We'll also bring a large collection of music suited to satisfy a diverse guest list, as well as a wide selection of popularly requested songs.  
It's impossible to bring every song, so we'll carry the tested and tried songs that have brought many guests to the dance floor at recent events.

A typical four-hour event will involve 40 to 60 songs.

Can We Play Requests?               

YES......if you can dance to them, if they're popular, and fit the program. 
We strive to play guests' song requests, but often face challenges of time and if a song is appropriate for the event.

It's not uncommon for us to receive dozens of song requests at a four-hour event.  However, we will use discretion to prevent a music "train wreck" from happening. 
Some songs sound great on the radio, but they're dance-floor killers.  (Stairway To Heaven-Led Zeppelin)... Great song to crank up on the stereo, but will the guests dance to it?   They may...but is it worth the risk of trying to restart the dancing?? 
How about songs with questionable lyrics or "metal"???  Those are just a few of the types of song requests we receive and we strive not to offend.

With many years of music programming and entertainment experience, we can create the atmosphere you want, using the type of music you and your guests enjoy the most.  That's why we ask to work with you to design a quality music program.

See pages of suggested dance music for the occasion

                                   Wedding Party Dance

                                   Father/Daughter Dance