From Someone Who Truly Loves Weddings June 7th, 2026 | By Jay Patel (beatsbyjay) There’s something about wedding ceremonies that always gets me. Out of the entire wedding weekend — all the music, dancing, outfits, chaos, and celebrations — the ceremony is the one part that feels completely still. Real. Honest. It’s the moment where everything finally slows down. After being part of so many weddings over the years, here are a few things I genuinely think couples should remembe

How to Pick the Perfect Song + DJ Tips You Need to Know May 3rd, 2026 | By Jay Patel (beatsbyjay) There are a lot of moments at a wedding… But the father–daughter dance? That one hits different. It’s not about hype. It’s not about the drop. It’s about emotion. As a DJ, I’ve seen this moment go two ways: Either it’s perfectly timed, meaningful, and unforgettable Or it feels long, awkward, or disconnected So let’s break it down the right way —from someone who’s actually behind

April 5th, 2026 | By Jay Patel ( beatsbyjay ) Q1 Recap... I’m gonna be real…I missed. For the first time since starting BlogsByJay , I didn’t deliver. We missed 3 of our “first Sunday of the month” blogs… and yeah, that bothered me. But at the same time… I was out living everything I dreamed of. So instead of forcing something just to stay consistent — I took the time to travel, explore, reset, and actually experience life. And honestly? I don’t regret it. MJ took some years

December 31st, 2025 By Jay Patel ( beatsbyjay ) & Produced by: ST$TR (in Collaboration w/ VIVĀRA) June 2025 — I made the biggest decision of my life. I decided to leave my full-time corporate job — the job I worked hard to land, the job that made my parents proud, the job that gave me a steady salary and benefits. On July 4th, America’s Independence Day, I walked away from that life… and declared my own freedom. I had no backup plan. Just a vision. The Second Half of 2025 Cha