The EMG Podcast

Planning Tips: Why Talent Matters & How to Find It

18 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

EMG Partners Mike Carleo & Tom Gambuzza provide insight on how to identify and vet great wedding vendor talent, and why it’s crucial to the succ...

Planning Tips: The EMG Planning App

11 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

EMG Partners Mike Carleo and Tom Gambuzza discuss the ins and outs of the EMG Planning App.

Mix: Latin Influenced Wedding Mix | Bryan Festa

08 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Live DJ Mix recorded New Year’s Eve at a wedding at Hotel LBI in Ship Bottom, NJ by Executive Event Host Bryan Festa.

Planning Tips: 2021 Wedding Trends from The Knot

04 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On our first episode of the year, industry professionals and EMG Executive Event Hosts, Tom Gambuzza and Matty Goshen, discuss The Knot's Anticipated ...

2020 EMG Year in Review

29 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The guys recap 2020 and provide a detailed blow-by-blow look inside the business as the world shut down. If you’re just joining the EMG story and wa...

Planning Tips: How to Make a Great Best Man Speech

14 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

EMG Partners Tom Gambuzza and Mike Saulpaugh provide their top 9 tips for making a great best man speech. Mike also recovers from amnesia while re...

Mix: Pop Hits Mix | Jon Missonellie

07 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Live mix recorded December 2020 by EMG Event Host Jon Missonellie.

Mix: November 2020 Wedding Mix | Matty G

03 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Live DJ Mix recorded at a wedding at The Stone House in Warren, NJ on November 7, 2020 by Executive Event Host Matty G.

Planning Tips: Finding Your Planning Style

30 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

EMG Partners Mike Carleo, Tom Gambuzza, and Mike Saulpaugh discuss how to find your wedding planning style.

Mix: Lounge Mix | DJ Chelli

23 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Live mix recorded November 2020 by EMG Event Host Chelli.

Spotlight Interview: DJ Chelli

18 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Mike Saulpaugh interviews Event Host, DJ Chelli. The two discuss Chelli's familial background in the business, her path to EMG, and other ...

Mix: Live Wedding Dance Set | Bryan Festa

12 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Live DJ Mix recorded November 7, 2020 at Mayfair Farms in West Orange, NJ by Executive Event Host Bryan Festa.

Planning Tips: Why You Should Avoid The Cost Question First

09 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

EMG Partners Mike Carleo, Tom Gambuzza, and Mike Saulpaugh explain why you should never ask "how much do you cost" as your first question to a wed...

Mix: Latin Mix Part #2 | Kenny Molina

04 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Live DJ Mix recorded October 2020 by Event Host Kenny Molina.

Mix: Halloween Mix | Jon Missonellie

02 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Live Halloween mix recorded October 31, 2020 by EMG Event Host Jon Missonellie.  

Mix: Latin Mix Part #1 | Kenny Molina

28 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Live DJ Mix recorded October 2020 by Event Host Kenny Molina.

Mix: Live Wedding Mix | Yanko Hernando

22 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Live DJ Mix recorded at a wedding at The Mansion at Mountain Lakes in Mountain Lakes, NJ on October 17, 2020 by Event Host Yanko Hernando.

Mix: Live Wedding Mix | Frank Tadros

21 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Live DJ Mix recorded at a wedding at The Venetian in Garfield, NJ on October 12, 2020 by Event Host Frank Tadros.

Planning Tips: What Makes a Great Wedding MC

13 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

EMG Partners Mike Carleo, Tom Gambuzza, and Mike Saulpaugh discuss the qualities and characteristics of what makes a great wedding MC, and what yo...

Mix: Tom Gambuzza's Favorite Cocktail Hour

07 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Live Cocktail Hour Mix recorded on September 25, 2020 at Baskin Ridge Country Club by Executive Event Host Tom Gambuzza.

Planning Tips: A/V Enhancements

29 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

EMG Partners Mike Carleo, Tom Gambuzza, and Mike Saulpaugh discuss EMG’s wedding A/V enhancements including TVs, video walls, and custom audio p...

Planning Tips: Atmospheric Enhancements

22 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

EMG Partners Mike Carleo, Tom Gambuzza, and Mike Saulpaugh are in rare form this week as they discuss EMG’s atmospheric enhancements. The three ...

Vendor Spotlight: Justin Pedrick Photography

03 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Mike Saulpaugh sits down with Justin Pedrick of Justin Pedrick Photography, an EMG Brand Partner. The two discuss the role and need-to-kno...

Spotlight Interview: Jon Missonellie

26 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Tom Gambuzza interviews EMG Event Host, Jon Missonellie. The two discuss Jon’s background, his serendipitous and fateful journey to EMG, ...

Mix: Live Vermont Wedding Mix | Tom Gambuzza

24 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Live Wedding Mix recorded on August 22, 2020 at Sugarbush Resort in Warren, Vermont by Executive Event Host Tom Gambuzza.

Planning Tips: Wedding Photo Booths

18 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

EMG Partners Mike Carleo, Tom Gambuzza, and Mike Saulpaugh discuss EMG’s wedding photo booths and what you should know and consider when selecti...

Spotlight Interview: Austin Okula

17 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Tom Gambuzza interviews EMG Event Host, Austin Okula. The two discuss Austin’s upbringing, journey to EMG, and his unique and analytical ...

Planning Tips: Event Lighting

03 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

EMG Partners Mike Carleo, Tom Gambuzza, and Mike Saulpaugh discuss all things lighting and what you should know and consider before your event. The th...

Our First Weddings Back: Events in Review

27 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

EMG is back! Managing Partner Michael Saulpaugh interviews Partner & Executive Host Tom Gambuzza and Hudson Heights Band Leader Eden Mendez for a ...

Preparing for Your First EMG Meeting Part 1: Questions You'll Be Asked

21 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This episode is tailored for clients prepping for their first meeting with EMG. Managing Partners Mike Carleo & Mike Saulpaugh outline the big que...

Preparing for Your First EMG Meeting Part 2: Questions You Should Ask

21 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This episode is tailored for clients prepping for their first meeting with EMG. Managing Partner Tom Gambuzza & Executive Event Host Bryan Festa o...

Music Matters: Breaking Down the Band/DJ Hybrid (Part 4 of 4)

14 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this final part 4 of 4, Managing Partners Mike Carleo & Tom Gambuzza wrap up their discussion on the Band/DJ Hybrid by discussing the inner wor...

Music Matters: Breaking Down the Band/DJ Hybrid (Part 3 of 4)

13 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this part 3 of 4, Managing Partners Mike Carleo & Tom Gambuzza break down the Band/DJ Hybrid option, and talk about how DJs interact with live ...

Music Matters: Breaking Down the Band/DJ Hybrid (Part 2 of 4)

09 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this part 2 of 4, Managing Partners Mike Carleo & Tom Gambuzza break down the Band/DJ Hybrid option, and focus on instruments and their combina...

Planning Tips: How to Book Wedding Vendors Virtually

06 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week, EMG Partners & Executive Event Hosts, Tom Gambuzza & Mike Saulpaugh, offer their best advice and things to consider when booking yo...

Music Matters: Breaking Down the Band/DJ Hybrid (Part 1 of 4)

29 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this part 1 of 4, Managing Partners Mike Carleo & Tom Gambuzza break down the Band/DJ Hybrid option. The two discuss what it is, how it works, ...

Planning Tips: Children at the Wedding

29 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week, industry professionals and EMG Executive Event Hosts, Tom Gambuzza and Matty Goshen, discuss how to prep for having children as guests at y...

Planning Tips: How to Deliver a Good Wedding Toast

22 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Making a speech? This week, industry professionals and EMG Executive Event Hosts Tom Gambuzza and Matty Goshen discuss tips and tricks for upping your...

Mix: 90's Live Mix | Roderick Jackson

19 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Live Mix recorded June 2021.

Planning Tips: Guest Etiquette

11 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week, industry professionals and EMG Executive Event Hosts, Tom Gambuzza and Matty Goshen discuss best behavior and etiquette for attending a wed...

Planning Tips: Picking Your Specialty Dances

04 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week, industry professionals and EMG Executive Event Hosts, Tom Gambuzza and Matty Goshen discuss tips for picking your specialty dances with par...

Planning Tips: Planning a Short-Date Wedding

27 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week, industry professionals and EMG Executive Event Hosts, Tom Gambuzza and Matty Goshen discuss planning for a wedding thats coming sooner, rat...

Planning Tips: Building Your Day of Bag

20 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week, industry professionals and EMG Executive Event Hosts, Tom Gambuzza and Matty Goshen discuss what really belongs in your day of wedding bag....

Virtual Happy Hour Mix: Lounge Vibe

14 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Virtual happy hours have largely been missing one thing: a soundtrack. EMG Executive Event Host Matty G supplies this hour-long lounge mix, perfect fo...

Virtual Happy Hour Mix: Sing-Alongs

14 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Virtual happy hours have largely been missing one thing: a soundtrack. EMG Executive Event Host Bryan Festa supplies this hour-long mix of crowd favor...

Virtual Happy Hour Mix: 90's & 2000's R&B

14 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Virtual happy hours have largely been missing one thing: a soundtrack. EMG Executive Event Host Tom Gambuzza supplies this hour-long mix of 90’s &am...

Planning Tips: Planning at Home

13 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week, industry professionals and EMG Executive Event Hosts, Tom Gambuzza and Matty Goshen discuss how to tackle wedding planning from home.

Spotlight Interview: Hyde Park Front-Woman Sara Schulmann

09 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Mike Saulpaugh interviews Hyde Park lead singer, Sara Schulmann. The two discuss Sara’s upbringing, time on NBC’s The Voice, and unconv...

Planning Tips: Things Couples Wish They’d Done Different

06 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week, industry professionals and EMG Executive Event Hosts, Tom Gambuzza and Matty Goshen discuss things couples wish they had done differently f...

Mix: Live Funk Mix | Jon Missonellie

29 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Live mix recorded March 2020 by EMG Event Host Jon Missonellie.

Planning Tips: Planning During COVID-19

26 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

On this very unconventional week’s Planning Tips,  industry professionals and EMG Executive Event Hosts Tom Gambuzza and Matty Goshen discuss tackl...

EMG’s Client Experience (Part 4 of 4)

23 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Managing Partners Mike Carleo & Mike Saulpaugh break down EMG’s commitment to client experience. In this final part 4 of 4, the guys take an in-...

Coronavirus: A Word for Our Current Clients

20 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The EMG team provides important updates and information for current EMG clients (particularly those with upcoming events).

Mix: Matty G's Quarantine Mix

19 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Stuck inside and need a good workout mix? Executive Event Host Matty G is prescribing this quarantine live mix recorded on March 18, 2020.

EMG’s Client Experience (Part 3 of 4)

16 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Managing Partners Mike Carleo & Mike Saulpaugh break down EMG’s commitment to client experience. In this part 3 of 4, the guys take an in-depth ...

EMG’s Client Experience (Part 2 of 4)

09 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Managing Partners Mike Carleo & Mike Saulpaugh break down EMG’s commitment to client experience. In this part 2 of 4, the guys take an in-depth ...

Former Bride Episode #10: The Honeymoon & Life After the Wedding

05 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Former EMG Bride Marisa Auciello wraps up season 1 with her best advice on the other side of “I do” for current brides-to-be when starting your li...

EMG’s Client Experience (Part 1 of 4)

02 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Managing Partners Mike Carleo & Mike Saulpaugh break down EMG’s commitment to client experience. In this part 1 of 4, the guys talk about where ...

Former Bride Episode #9: Favors & Welcome Bags

27 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Former EMG Bride Marisa Auciello gives her best advice on the other side of “I do” for current brides-to-be when choosing favors and building the ...

Planning Tips: Incorporating Current Music Trends

24 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week industry professionals and EMG Executive Event Hosts, Tom Gambuzza and Matty Goshen discuss current music trends on the rise in today’s we...

Former Bride Episode #8: Handling Family Pressure

20 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Former EMG Bride Marisa Auciello gives her best advice on the other side of “I do” for current brides-to-be on handling family pressures.  View t...

Planning Tips: Minted’s 46 Questions to Ask Your Wedding DJ or Band (Part 4)

17 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In the final installment of this series, EMG Partners & Executive Event Hosts Mike Saulpaugh & Tom Gambuzza are discussing Minted.com’s “4...

Former Bride Episode #7: Photography & Videography

13 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Former EMG Bride Marisa Auciello gives her best advice on the other side of “I do” for current brides-to-be when choosing your photographer and vi...

Planning Tips: Minted’s 46 Questions to Ask Your Wedding DJ or Band (Part 3)

10 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this part three of four series, EMG Partners & Executive Event Hosts Mike Saulpaugh & Tom Gambuzza are discussing Minted.com’s “46 Ques...

Former Bride Episode #6: Entertainment

06 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Former EMG Bride Marisa Auciello gives her best advice on the other side of “I do” for current brides-to-be when choosing your entertainment.  Vi...

Planning Tips: Minted’s 46 Questions to Ask Your Wedding DJ or Band (Part 2)

03 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this part two of four series, EMG Partners & Executive Event Hosts Mike Saulpaugh & Tom Gambuzza are discussing Minted.com’s “46 Questi...

Former Bride Episode #5: Invitations & The Guest List

30 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Former EMG Bride Marisa Auciello gives her best advice on the other side of “I do” for current brides-to-be when picking your invitations and maki...

Planning Tips: Minted’s 46 Questions to Ask Your Wedding DJ or Band (Part 1)

27 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this part one of four series, EMG Partners & Executive Event Hosts Mike Saulpaugh & Tom Gambuzza are discussing Minted.com’s “46 Questi...

Former Bride Episode #4: The Dress

23 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Former EMG Bride Marisa Auciello gives her best advice on the other side of “I do” for current brides-to-be when picking the dress. View the photo...

NAMM Recap

22 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

EMG Partner, Mike Carleo, sits down to recap CityScape’s trip to the West Coast to perform at The NAMM Show (North American Music Merchants) with le...

2019 EMG Year in Review

21 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The guys are recapping a busy 2019 and counting down their favorite memories. If you’re just joining the EMG story and want to get caught up, this i...

Planning Tips: Engagement Season

20 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Industry professionals and EMG Executive Event Hosts, Tom Gambuzza and Matty Goshen are talking about tips out of the gate as Engagement Season reache...

Former Bride Episode #3: Flowers

16 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Former EMG Bride Marisa Auciello gives her best advice on the other side of “I do” for current brides-to-be when choosing your florist and floral ...

Spotlight Interview: Signature Wedding Cocktails

13 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week, master mixologist Eric Hennicke joins EMG Executive Event Hosts, Tom Gambuzza and Matty Goshen to put a spotlight on signature wedding day...

Former Bride Episode #2: Choosing the Venue

09 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Former EMG Bride Marisa Auciello gives her best advice on the other side of “I do” for current brides-to-be when choosing your venue.  View the p...

Planning Tips: Tips from Brides

06 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Don’t just take it from industry professionals and EMG Executive Event Hosts, Tom Gambuzza and Matty Goshen – take it from brides who have been th...

Former Bride Episode #1: Where to Start

02 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Meet Marisa Auciello; a former EMG bride. Marisa gives her best tips and tricks now on the other side of “I do” for current brides-to-be. In this ...

Mix: Accapella Christmas

27 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Listen in as singers from Hudson Heights & CityScape record Accapella Christmas songs for the 2019 EMG Holiday E-Card.

Mix: This Christmas | CityScape & The Park Avenue Horns

23 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Listen in on a live take as CityScape & The Park Avenue Horns record “This Christmas” for the EMG 2019 Holiday Card.

Mix: Tommy's Remixed Christmas

11 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Live mix recorded December 10, 2019 by EMG Executive Event Host Tom Gambuzza.

Mix: Matty G's Hip Hop Christmas

03 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Live mix recorded December 2, 2019 by EMG Executive Event Host Matty Goshen.

Planning Tips: Planning a Holiday Wedding

27 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

It’s Thanksgiving Eve and the holiday season is upon us! Industry professionals and EMG Executive Event Hosts, Tom Gambuzza and Matty Goshen, discus...

Mix: Dance Mix | DJ Chelli

26 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Live mix recorded November 2019 by EMG Event Host DJ Chelli.

Mix: Live Wedding Mix | Bryan Festa

21 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Live Wedding Mix recorded on November 8, 2019 at The Liberty House by Executive Event Host Bryan Festa.

Spotlight Interview: CityScape Frontwoman Sammi G

19 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Mike Saulpaugh interviews CityScape lead singer, Sammi G. The two discuss Sammi’s upbringing, journey to the stage, and her close relatio...

Mix: Classic Funk | Tom Gambuzza

15 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Live mix recorded November 2019 by EMG Executive Event Host Tom Gambuzza.

Vendor Spotlight: Wedding Planner Peony Events

13 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This Week, Industry professionals and EMG Executive Event Hosts, Tom Gambuzza and Matty Goshen sit down with Peony Events’ Stacey Sainato & Abby...

Mix: Sip & Style | Matty Goshen

08 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Live mix recorded August 2019 by Executive Event Host Matty Goshen at the Exclusive EMG Office Sip & Style Event.

Planning Tips: How to Customize Your Reception

05 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Looking for originality? Industry professionals and EMG Executive Event Hosts, Tom Gambuzza and Matty Goshen, discuss their top tips for adding person...

Mix: CityScape Live from the Copacabana

01 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

CityScape & The Park Avenue Horns live performance recorded October 29, 2019 on stage at the world-famous Copacabana nightclub.

Planning Tips: How to Plan a Great Wedding

28 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Executive Event Hosts Matty Goshen & Tom Gambuzza cover 5 quick tips to help you plan a great wedding!

Mix: Live Dance Mix | Matty Goshen

24 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Live dance mix recorded October 2019 by Executive Event Host Matty Goshen.

Planning Tips: How to Have a Successful After Party

22 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Considering an after party? Industry professionals and EMG Executive Event Hosts, Tom Gambuzza and Matty Goshen, discuss the top 5 tips to ensure you ...

Spotlight Interview: Hudson Heights’ Danny Giovenco

17 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Mike Saulpaugh interviews Hudson Heights front-man, Danny Giovenco. The two discuss Danny’s diverse interests on and off the stage, and a...

Planning Tips: Investing in Vendor Service

14 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In the first panel edition of Planning Tips, the boys of EMG discuss why it’s so important to invest in vendor service and what to look for when boo...

Music Matters: The Must Play List

10 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Hosts Mike Carleo & Bryan Festa share their top tips for putting together the Must Play list with your wedding entertainment provider.

Mix: Chill Mix | Shawn Foley

08 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Chill Mix recorded pre-introductions at a wedding October 2019 by Event Host Shawn Foley.

Planning Tips: The Week Of

07 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

You’re engaged…hooray! It’s time to finish planning. Industry professionals and EMG Executive Event Hosts, Tom Gambuzza and Matty Goshen, discus...

Planning Tips: One Month Out

02 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

You’re engaged…hooray! It’s time to start planning. Industry professionals and EMG Executive Event Hosts, Tom Gambuzza and Matty Goshen, discuss...

Music Matters: The Do Not Play List

30 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Hosts Mike Carleo & Bryan Festa share their top tips for putting together the Do Not Play list with your wedding entertainment provider.