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Alascia Jones Wins The ILEA President’s Award

September 6, 2016/in All Posts, Industry Professionals /by mhadder4561

As event professionals, Rock The House is proud to have so many talented and creative minds as a part of our ROCKstar staff. Luckily for us and our industry partners alike, there is the International Live Events Association (ILEA). ILEA is a conglomerate of vendors from all different special event service fields, and provides excellent opportunities for these professionals to further their growth as they continue to move forward in the industry.

Rock The House has several ILEA members on our team, but in particular, we would like to take the time congratulate Alascia Jones, who recently won the 2016 ILEA Cleveland Chapter President’s Award! A prestigious honor bestowed by ILEA’s President, Alascia received the award as a result of her tremendous hospitality skills, and unwavering effort to always exhibit and practice the association’s five core values; Creativity, Inspiration, Teamwork, Education, and Relationships.

“Alascia embraces ILEA Cleveland not only to better herself but the event industry as a whole. She has the heart that’s needed to make a difference and I can’t wait to see what else she accomplishes! – Amy Van Duyne, ILEA Board of Directors

Starting as an ILEA student member in 2012, Alascia has worked her way up through the association to the role of Director of Programs and Education Committee for ILEA’s Cleveland Chapter. This role, which involves assisting the Vice President of Programs and Education as well as coordinating and executing the majority of ILEA’s events each year, truly made Alascia’s love for the event industry apparent. Her hard work and dedication earned her the award’s nomination, which was presented by ILEA’s former president.

Alongside Alascia in the ILEA spotlight is Rock The House’s own Amy Van Duyne, who recently became the secretary to ILEA Cleveland’s Board of Directors. A 5-year member of ILEA, some of Amy’s responsibilities include recording all major details of each board meeting, as well as ensuring that ILEA members remain diligent in keeping to their agendas and maintaining their task schedules to keep on track throughout the entire year.

Rock The House is very proud to have such extraordinary individuals represent our company on a local and international level, allowing us to maintain our high standards as we continue to grow in the event industry.

Interested in working with our world-class team for your next event? Contact our team of event professionals to get started! Images courtesy of Mystic Image Productions and the Rock The House Photo Archive.

ROCKstar of the Month of July: Myke Delano (DJ Flightz)

August 4, 2016/in All Posts /by mhadder4561

Our ROCKstar of the month for July is none other than Myke Delano! Also known by his stage name DJ Flightz, Myke is one of our finest DJs and has been a part of our team for about four years now. Along with DJing, Myke also works part-time in the shop as a Rock The House technician.

Myke’s favorite part about working for Rock The House is the wide variety of events he gets to work and performed. However, when we asked Flightz what his favorite RTH event has been, it’s not very easy for him to pick. Myke tells us, “It’s hard to decide, but I think that Shaker’s 2015 and 2016 Proms are my favorites.”

A Few Fun Facts About Myke Delano:

Guilty pleasure song? None; Myke says he’s not embarrassed by anything when it comes to music.
Pre-event snack? Beef Jerky, Skittles, and Redbull.
Post event snack? Pretzels.
What is your biggest fear? Not being able to hear… losing my hearing would be horrible. Sound puts me at peace.
What’s your favorite Rockstar Quote? “One good thing about music, when it hits you, you feel no pain.” – Bob Marley
What artists are your biggest musical influences? A-Trak and Drake
Favorite recommendation on SnapChat or Instagram? Dillion Francis is pretty funny. Sometimes a bit too ridiculous, but still funny.
What got you into DJing? My fraternity. I would just randomly DJ and play music since I was always a music junkie. I also loved having the newest music and just always playing it for people.

Although Myke loves DJing for Rock The House, he says that his dream job would be owning a cigar bar and lounge, with one of our lead entertainers Travis Rose as a stand-up comedian. However until that day comes, Myke is always prepared to tackle any event, and can always be counted on to keep the people dancing!

“I attribute much of Myke’s success to his continued dedication to the art of DJing. He has always possessed raw talent but it’s now evident that the practice Myke puts in outside of work has elevated his performances year to year. Myke’s maturation as an entertainer has been awesome to witness. Regardless of the type of event or demographic, he has an uncanny ability to read a crowd and keep the energy on the dance floor rocking all night. DeLano in an invaluable asset to Rock The House and we are super fortunate to have him as one of our lead entertainers. A great employee, an incredible DJ, but ultimately, he is an even better person!” – Travis Rose, Talent Director

Interested in working with DJ Flightz for your next event? Contact our team of event professionals today to get started!

10 Wedding Apps To Consider When Planning Your Wedding

August 1, 2016/in All Posts, Cleveland Wedding Venue, Disc Jockeys, DJ Akron, DJ Cleveland, DJ Columbus, DJ Pittsburgh, DJ Toledo, DJ Youngstown, Gay Weddings, Weddings /by mhadder4561

In case you haven’t noticed, the 21st century has brought about a whole new world of technology. From picture-sharing to finding the perfect place to tie the knot, our event professionals here at Rock The House have put together our top 10 wedding app suggestions for your big day!

1. Wedding Spot

Whether this is the first place you look to find a venue, or you’re just trying to compare a few different places, you can’t go wrong checking out the Wedding Spot. With the ability to search for locations based on capacity, location, budget, and more, Wedding Spot is your one stop shop when finding a place to say “I do”. In addition, they offer exclusive discounts and deals you can’t find anywhere else!

2. WedPics

A super easy way to see your wedding from the eyes of your guests, WedPics allows anyone attending your celebration to share their personal pictures of your day using a custom ID you create. Once you create your personalized wedding ID, you can invite your guests via text message, email, or even through Facebook! After that, sharing is just a simple upload away. Perhaps not a reliable substitution for a professional photographer, WedPics is still a great way to collect some nice candid pictures from your wedding day.

3. Fitocracy

If the pressure of wedding photos has you wanting to shed a few pounds before you tie the knot, or you just want to squeeze into that tuxedo or dress one size down, Fitocracy is a great tool to help you meet your weight loss goals. In addition to its fitness assessments and customized workout plans, Fitocracy also helps with nutrition and dieting to help you stay on the right track up until the big day! Your personal coach will also help give you the motivation you need, so that you’re sure to never miss a beat.

4. Fun Wedding

Perfect for formality dances and finding songs you know you want to hear at your wedding, Fun Wedding has lists of the most popular songs for everything from the first dance with your significant other, to Mother-Son and Father-Daughter dances. Whether you can’t think of a good tune, or just can’t find one that truly expresses how you feel, Fun Wedding is an app every engaged couple has to check out!

5. Wedding Happy

Is planning a wedding more complicated than you originally thought? No worries; Wedding Happy has everything you need to stay organized! With a full task calendar, budget tracker, and reminder alerts all right on your phone, Wedding Happy will make sure your wedding tasks are handled with time to spare, without having to put the rest of your life on hold.

6. BrideScan by Today’s Bride

A great tool for wedding planning, BrideScan by Today’s Bride allows couples to find vendors and keep in contact with them. Used by scanning codes at any of our sponsored Today’s Bride wedding shows, BrideScan takes the business cards out of your wallet and keeps all your vendor contacts organized by role right on your phone. You can even connect with other couples to exchange ideas, information, and more!

7. Etsy

Etsy is a one-of-a-kind online marketplace that is full of both the most common and unique of pieces! When looking for ideas for a wedding theme, Etsy can be a treasure trove of decor and pieces that can really bring your wedding vision to life. In case you don’t quite find what you’re looking for on Etsy, Pinterest and Wedding Wire are other great places to find wedding ideas.

8. Perfect365

If your wedding budget is slowly getting out of hand, Perfect365 is a great way for a bride to save some money and still look incredible on her wedding day. This free app is full of makeup and hair tutorials ranging from all levels of complexity, but instructions allow for a simple execution by anyone!

9. UStream

Don’t let distance keep your friends and family from enjoying your wedding day with you! Using the power of streaming, apps like UStream allow guests from all over the world to watch your wedding as if they were right there in person. Though UStream does require payment plans, you can take advantage of the free trial plan that includes 5 free broadcasts so that it won’t cost you a dime!

10. The Knot

If none of the apps above had a solution to your problem, you can most likely find it on The Knot. The ultimate wedding app, The Knot can help you with any aspect of your wedding from choosing a cake, to picking a dress. Whether you’re a day into your engagement or ready to plan the honeymoon, you can’t go wrong with The Knot.

Although these apps can make wedding planning go much smoother for you, nothing beats having one of our event professionals help guide you through the process. For more information on how we can help make your wedding celebration ROCK, click here! Images courtesy of Making The Moment.

ROCKstar of the Month of June: Jeremy Guffin

June 26, 2016/in All Posts /by mhadder4561

Meet Jeremy Guffin, our RTH Rockstar of the month for June! Already halfway through his fourth season with Rock The House, Jeremy has worked his way through the company. Jeremy started as a shop technician and is now one of our Event Leads and a promising Lighting Designer.

A born leader, Jeremy loves stepping up and taking command of a team. Jeremy says “I enjoy leading a team because it lets me show my older and newer leadership skills, and I like the risks and rewards that come with a successful show!”

A Few Fun Facts About Jeremy Guffin:

Guilty pleasure song? “Sugar We’re Going Down” by Fallout Boy
Pre-event snack? A classic PB&J
Post event snack? COLD BEER (No food, just beer.)
What lineup of three artists would be at your dream concert? Foo Fighters, Earth, Wind, & Fire, & Disturbed.
Best part about being on the Rock The House team? I like the personal satisfaction of having control of the atmosphere. Until you see a room elegantly designed, you don’t notice the impact of lighting until it’s not there. Also teamwork: It is important to have a well-developed staff, but it’s also good knowing they are willing to learn. Jeremy enjoys providing guidance to other RTH team members.
Favorite event you have performed with Rock The House? “Our Edgewater Live Summer Concert series. I love it because it’s a great environment, a free event to the public, and I love working with the Metroparks.”

As much as Jeremy enjoys working for Rock The House, he says that his other dream job would be to become a professional musician. Jeremy is a great addition to the RTH team, and can always be counted on to make an event the best it can possibly be.

“Jeremy is a true asset to the team. His team mentality helps everyone around him perform at a higher level, while continually pushing himself to further his knowledge and experience base. Even if something snags him up, you know it will only be temporary, and he will come back in full force.” – Ben Allison, Production Manager

Interested in working with Jeremy for your next event? Contact our team of event professionals today to get started!

How To: Keep Your Guests Engaged at Your Next Corporate Event

April 20, 2016/in All Posts, Corporate Production, Industry Professionals, Lighting & Drapery, Photo Booth Rental /by mhadder4561

From audio options to staging selections, planning a corporate event is no easy task for even the most seasoned professional. Obstacles like acoustics, inclement weather, and those ever so frequent technical issues shouldn’t get in the way of wowing your guests and giving your audience the experience they seek when dedicating a day, weekend or week to your event.

With modern event technology and audience participation products, corporate events have the ability to become once-in-a-lifetime experiences for guests.

Here are a few ideas about how to give your next corporate event all you’ve got.

Be Socially Acceptable.

Give your guests a voice of their own with products like SocialCast!

High Tech Meets Text

Allow guests to interact straight from their SmartPhones with Text Live!

Set the Scene

Your guests won’t be able to look away when you utilize with show-stopping staging and lighting options!

A Surprising Photo Op

Your guests can take their selfie-game to a whole new level by incorporating a mirror booth!

Incorporate Snapchat’s GeoFilters

Give your tech-savvy guests an opportunity to show-off where they are!

For even more ideas about how to keep your guests engaged at your next corporate event. See what our experts say below:

Rock The House Goes to China

March 16, 2016/in All Posts /by mhadder4561

Five members of our leadership team, (Matt, Jeff, Jeff, Ryan and Steve) had the incredible opportunity to visit Prolight + Sound Guangzhou, one of the world’s largest and most influential pro audio and lighting trade fairs. It took place on 29 February – 3 March on China’s Import and Export Fair, where the team toured 13 convention halls filled with the most robust collection of audio visual equipment we could ever imagine.

Our team’s first trip across the globe marks an important milestone for our business and highlights one of our corporate values: to experience and learn as much as we can about our industry.

While the guys have lots of cultural nuances to reflect on, the sometimes frighteningly, fast cab rides, the incredible bamboo toothpicks and the unexpected feeling of being right at home, the overall takeaway was that while technology makes global communications and business so much easier, NOTHING beats meeting people face-to-face.

Seeing a demonstration of a new product or sharing a meal with a friend is always better in person… even if you don’t speak the same language.

Here’s a list of some of our favorite takeaways.

Food: It brings us together

From enjoying a once in a lifetime 28-course meal in Japan to kicking it back with a beer at an Irish pub, we had some of the best meals of our life. Also, according to Jeff K, “Pork dumplings can be consumed at any meal of the day!!!!” Point taken.

Buying from China isn’t what you think…

“The perceived poor quality of Chinese products is relative. here are super high priced (and high quality) vendors, and there are bottom feeders. You get what you pay for… but if you can cut out the middle man, you win.” – Matt

Service, Service Service.

“To go along with the above, Chinese salespeople have incredible -follow up and guest service. If US sales people followed their lead, they would certainly sell more.” – Jeff D.

Entrepreneurial Spirit

“The spirit of an entrepreneur is a magical thing in any country and any language” – Ryan

Of course, there is so much to learn about other cultures and countries. However, the coolest thing about this trip was not about realizing how different things are on the other side of the world, but rather, how connected we can be.

Thank you, China for a fantastic trip. Now, back to work!

Wedding Songs That Have Stood the Test of Time

March 3, 2016/in All Posts, DJ Cleveland, Gay Weddings, Weddings /by mhadder4561

Did You Know: When asked, most guests say that the thing they remember most about a wedding is the entertainment.

Imagine this: brides and grooms put so much thought into everything from decor to desserts. All of that effort could all be dismissed if the wedding music leaves much to the imagination. That’s why we have classic wedding music that is proven to get people on their feet, celebrating the bride and groom.

Our instagram followers had lots to say about which song they’d pick for their first dance.

Just like the color scheme, the concept and the flowers, the playlist at a wedding has the ability add personality to any given dance party. Before you choose to go totally off the beaten path with your playlist, consider some classic favorites as part of the celebratory night.

Below, our team has pulled together a list of wedding music that has never, ever gone out of style.

Are there any songs we missed? Sound off on our facebook page!

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6 Ways to Heat Things Up at Your Event this Winter

February 25, 2016/in All Posts /by mhadder4561

Everyone loves an awesome winter event. From beautiful winter weddings to holiday get-togethers, we love a great reason to get up, dress up, and warm up in even the coldest winter months. However, tackling the daunting task of dealing with the weather can be tricky. Here are some tips to take with you next time you plan to party in the winter.

Invest in Valet Services

It may seem simple but consider allowing your guests to bypass the outside altogether! While valet is the popular option at black-tie events, it may be worth the spend in the middle of winter in order to give your guests the cozy experience they want.

Choose A Tropical Concept

Nothing warms the soul more than the illusion of being somewhere else. Allow your event’s little details set the scene of warmth, sun and FUN. Choose tropical-themed novelties, a summer music playlist and green screen, beach-themed photos that make guests forget about what’s happening outside.

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Research Red Hot Rentals

Does your venue have an incredible outdoor space that seems useless in the winter? Think again. Consider renting outdoor heaters or even a fireplace to set the mood and offer a cozy, outdoor option for friends who need fresh air.

Light it up.

Relax, sit back and let the lights speak for themselves. Rock the House will help you conceptualize a lighting design that will be sure to heat things up even in the coldest winter months.

Choose Cold-Weather Cocktails

Consider recruiting a seasoned bartender to conceptualize perfect seasonal cocktails. The best way to get your guests in the partying mood is to give them tasty, soothing winter elixirs to warm away the winter blues. From hot cocktails to drinks with a tropical twist, choose your specialty drinks wisely and your guests will warm up in no time.

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Get Guests Moving

While setting the scene is so important, the very best way to heat things us is to get guests moving! Party Motivators, amazing games, novelties and the perfect amount of cocktails will help guests put on their dancing shoes and forget all about the potential blizzard outside.

For more info about planning a private event this winter, CONTACT US.

To see photos of more private events, CLICK HERE.

To see videos, check out our Youtube Channel.

RTH Brings 2016 Today’s Bride Show To Another Level!

February 5, 2016/in All Posts, Disc Jockeys, DJ Akron, DJ Cleveland, Lighting & Drapery, Photo Booth Rental, Weddings /by mhadder4561

We loved the 2016 Today’s Bride January bridal shows at The John S. Knight Center and Cleveland’s IX Center! The energy level at every show was beyond contagious. From attendees to exhibitors, everyone genuinely wanted to be there (us especially)! Our team had a blast participating in the shows and meeting hundreds of newly engaged couples from the Cleveland, Akron, Canton and surrounding areas.

The Fashion Show:

The Today’s Bride fashion shows have become a ‘must-see’ attraction at the Today’s Bride shows and for the past eight years, we have been proud to be their exclusive entertainment and audio-visual partner.

At this year’s’ fashion show, Rock The House’s own DJ Flightz and MC Nick Duvé kept the energy going for both the models and the audiences. Over 70 fashions from 10 different companies graced this years runway! Spotify even had a spike in tags that day from the audience searching for the amazing mashup mixes we selected.

Over 70 fashions from 10 different companies graced this years runway!

Spotify even had a spike in tags that day from the audience searching for the amazing mashup mixes we selected.

Our Built-“Up” Booth:

Now, as an exhibitor, we wanted to stand out from the crowd and be seen from all areas of the convention centers. So, we decided to build UP! Yes, we were the first two-story exhibit at a Today’s Bride bridal show.

We incorporated marquee L-O-V-E letters, chandeliers and uplighting to create a fun and unique booth. The DJ spinning tunes on the second floor was the cherry on top (literally)!

The Today’s Bride Show Manager, Jennifer Fyffe, said it best:

“Rock The House, you set your own bar higher every year. This year was no exception. Not only did you win the Best Booth Award, you won Best-in-Show. Truly a show-stopper remembered by all!”

Oh, and the best part of it all? We’ve got it on video! Go ahead, check it out!

Rock The House Weddings is part of the Cleveland & Akron’s finest Interactive DJ, Entertainment and Production Company, Rock The House Entertainment Group, Inc.

Since 1999, RTH has exceeded expectations by providing amazing talent, cutting-edge products, and award-winning customer service.

Find out more about what we do by visiting our website or give us a call at 440.232.7625

Famous Couples And Their First Songs

September 3, 2015/in All Posts /by mhadder4561

First Dance Songs at Celebrity Couples’ Weddings

Having a wedding is an exciting time for any couple’s life. Since it signifies the start of their lives together as husband and wife, they need to go through with all the traditional events in the wedding ceremony and reception. As such, the need to plan the wedding details carefully arises,particularly the key parts of the wedding such as the exchange of vows, first kiss, cake cutting, and the first dance.

When it comes to the first dance, Rock The House knows it is important to choose a song that relates to your relationship as a couple. Especially since there are plenty of different songs to choose from, you need to go through with some of your options and decide the one that best speaks to you and your fiancé.

Another way you can choose your first dance song is to go for the commonly used ones. While there are the obvious favorites, there are some songs that are new and have not been used as much. At the same time, you may also follow the songs used by celebrity couples during their first dance. Here are some of these songs:

Nick Lachey + Vanessa Minnillo – A Kiss to Build a Dream On by Steve Tyrell

Drew Barreymore + Will Kopelman – No One’s Gonna Love You by Band of Horses

Mark Zuckerberg + Priscilla Chan – Last Night on Earth by Green Day

Joel Madden + Nicole Richie – What a Wonderful World by Louis Armstrong

Carrie Underwood + Mike Fisher – Love Never Fails by Brandon Heath

Beyonce + Jay-Z – Crazy In Love by Beyonce and Jay-Z

David Beckham + Victoria Adams – It Had To Be You by The Starlight Orchestra

President Barack Obama + Michelle Robinson – You and I by Stevie Wonder

Kate Middleton + Prince William – Your Song by Elton John (performed by Ellie Goulding)

Which of these songs would you want to use for your own first dance?

Rock The House is committed to making your best days even better. Whether it is your first dance or your 50th anniversary, we can make your event memorable for decades. Find out more about what we do by visiting our website or give us a call at 440.232.7625