--- title: TCB Blog | Wedding Friends description: Go-to wedding blog to find the latest trends of the glamorous wedding industry in South Africa. 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Tons of great printables and unique DIY projects. Find me on: ### Recent Posts ## [Unveiling the Transformative Impact of Second Line on Events](https://www.thecompanybandlive.com/blog/unveiling-the-transformative-impact-of-second-line-on-events) Posted by [Wedding Friends](https://www.thecompanybandlive.com/blog/author/wedding-friends) January 5, 2024, 1:57:44 PM EST - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) Discover the powerful influence of Second Line on events and explore how it can transform your next gathering. [Read More](https://www.thecompanybandlive.com/blog/unveiling-the-transformative-impact-of-second-line-on-events) Topics: [Entertainment Options](https://www.thecompanybandlive.com/blog/topic/entertainment-options) ## [Rock Your Reception: Fun and Upbeat Wedding Entrance Songs to Get the Party Started](https://www.thecompanybandlive.com/blog/rock-your-reception-fun-and-upbeat-wedding-entrance-songs-to-get-the-party-started) Posted by [Wedding Friends](https://www.thecompanybandlive.com/blog/author/wedding-friends) March 27, 2023, 12:58:05 PM EDT - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://www.thecompanybandlive.com/hubfs/TCB%20FOOT.jpg)](https://www.thecompanybandlive.com/blog/rock-your-reception-fun-and-upbeat-wedding-entrance-songs-to-get-the-party-started) # Rock Your Reception: Fun and Upbeat Wedding Entrance Songs to Get the Party Started   [Read More](https://www.thecompanybandlive.com/blog/rock-your-reception-fun-and-upbeat-wedding-entrance-songs-to-get-the-party-started) Topics: [Wedding Ideas](https://www.thecompanybandlive.com/blog/topic/wedding-ideas), [Weddings](https://www.thecompanybandlive.com/blog/topic/weddings), [Entertainment Ideas](https://www.thecompanybandlive.com/blog/topic/entertainment-ideas) ## [First Dance Songs That Will Move You](https://www.thecompanybandlive.com/blog/first-dance-songs-that-will-move) Posted by [Wedding Friends](https://www.thecompanybandlive.com/blog/author/wedding-friends) March 14, 2023, 11:33:06 AM EDT - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://www.thecompanybandlive.com/hubfs/tcb%20ed.jfif)](https://www.thecompanybandlive.com/blog/first-dance-songs-that-will-move) ## 1. "Thinking Out Loud" by Ed Sheeran This romantic ballad by Ed Sheeran is one of the most popular first dance songs for weddings. Its slow tempo and gentle melody make it a perfect choice for a romantic first dance. The simple guitar accompaniment and Ed Sheeran's distinctive vocals add to the atmosphere of the song. Its sweet, heartfelt lyrics make it an ideal choice for couples to express their love and affection for each other. [Read More](https://www.thecompanybandlive.com/blog/first-dance-songs-that-will-move) ## [Our Favorite Chicago Venues](https://www.thecompanybandlive.com/blog/our-favorite-chicago-venues) Posted by [Wedding Friends](https://www.thecompanybandlive.com/blog/author/wedding-friends) December 6, 2021, 5:50:48 PM EST - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://www.thecompanybandlive.com/hubfs/Rivers%20Chicago.jpg)](https://www.thecompanybandlive.com/blog/our-favorite-chicago-venues) # **Thаlіа Hаll** [Read More](https://www.thecompanybandlive.com/blog/our-favorite-chicago-venues) Topics: [Wedding Ideas](https://www.thecompanybandlive.com/blog/topic/wedding-ideas), [Weddings](https://www.thecompanybandlive.com/blog/topic/weddings), [Vendors and venues](https://www.thecompanybandlive.com/blog/topic/vendors-and-venues), [Wedding planning](https://www.thecompanybandlive.com/blog/topic/wedding-planning), [Best Venues](https://www.thecompanybandlive.com/blog/topic/best-venues), [Chicago Weddings](https://www.thecompanybandlive.com/blog/topic/chicago-weddings), [Chicago Wedding](https://www.thecompanybandlive.com/blog/topic/chicago-wedding) ## [Our Favorite Wedding Savannah GA Venues](https://www.thecompanybandlive.com/blog/our-favorite-wedding-savannah-ga-venues) Posted by [Wedding Friends](https://www.thecompanybandlive.com/blog/author/wedding-friends) January 20, 2019, 8:03:00 AM EST - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://www.thecompanybandlive.com/hubfs/Soho%20South.jpg)](https://www.thecompanybandlive.com/blog/our-favorite-wedding-savannah-ga-venues) Sаvаnnаh іѕ a wоndеrfullу сарtіvаtіng and rоmаntіс сіtу, making it оnе of the Sоuth’ѕ bеѕt рlасеѕ tо get married. The famous hіѕtоrіс squares, fountains, аnd churches рrоvіdе plenty оf орtіоnѕ оf vеnuеѕ tо еxсhаngе vows in this bеаutіful сіtу. Evеn thоugh Sаvаnnаh іѕ replete wіth historic ѕіtеѕ and Sоuthеrn сhаrm, there іѕ аlѕо a ѕtrоng аrtіѕtіс сulturе іn thе сіtу аѕ well аѕ рlеntу of less traditional options for thе mоrе есlесtіс соuрlе. We’ve рut tоgеthеr a list оf ѕоmе оf thе mоѕt rоmаntіс, bеаutіful, interesting, аnd whimsical vеnuеѕ іn thе сіtу tо hеlр you fіnd thе реrfесt lосаtіоn tо ѕау “I dо.” [Read More](https://www.thecompanybandlive.com/blog/our-favorite-wedding-savannah-ga-venues) Topics: [Weddings](https://www.thecompanybandlive.com/blog/topic/weddings), [Vendors and venues](https://www.thecompanybandlive.com/blog/topic/vendors-and-venues), [Wedding planning](https://www.thecompanybandlive.com/blog/topic/wedding-planning), [Best Venues](https://www.thecompanybandlive.com/blog/topic/best-venues), [savannah weddings](https://www.thecompanybandlive.com/blog/topic/savannah-weddings), [Savannah Wedding Band](https://www.thecompanybandlive.com/blog/topic/savannah-wedding-band) ## [Why Charleston SC is Still the Perfect Wedding Destination](https://www.thecompanybandlive.com/blog/why-charleston-sc-is-still-the-perfect-wedding-destination) Posted by [Wedding Friends](https://www.thecompanybandlive.com/blog/author/wedding-friends) January 18, 2019, 4:43:22 PM EST - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://www.thecompanybandlive.com/hubfs/AnnaJack_440.jpg)](https://www.thecompanybandlive.com/blog/why-charleston-sc-is-still-the-perfect-wedding-destination) Traditional charm, southern hospitality, historic locales, antique aesthetics: Charleston, South Carolina is quickly becoming a desirable draw for destination weddings. Not convinced yet?  From the musical acts from the Charleston area to the beautiful country beaches, here’s five reasons why you will absolutely love your Charleston wedding! [Read More](https://www.thecompanybandlive.com/blog/why-charleston-sc-is-still-the-perfect-wedding-destination) Topics: [Wedding Ideas](https://www.thecompanybandlive.com/blog/topic/wedding-ideas), [Weddings](https://www.thecompanybandlive.com/blog/topic/weddings), [Planning](https://www.thecompanybandlive.com/blog/topic/planning), [Wedding planning](https://www.thecompanybandlive.com/blog/topic/wedding-planning), [Charleston SC](https://www.thecompanybandlive.com/blog/topic/charleston-sc), [Charleston Wedding](https://www.thecompanybandlive.com/blog/topic/charleston-wedding), [Charleston Wedding Band](https://www.thecompanybandlive.com/blog/topic/charleston-wedding-band) [All posts](https://www.thecompanybandlive.com/blog/all) ## About The Company Band's Blog The Company Band is one of the most requested Private Events bands in the Nation.  They have played over 700 successful events in the last 6 years.   This blog offers all of the tips and sound advice they've learned over the years.  You will find stories of inspiration, motivation, ways to maximize your dollar, and make your event succesful. 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