fecMusic SK8 Mixes - October 2016

October has been very tough for many skating centers over the last few years. On those unfortunate sessions, the skaters that do decided to spend their free time at your facility deserve a quality experience.

These mixes, one set with voiceover announcements and the other set is music-only, are designed especially for your rink. The announcements are geared to drive business toward birthdays, fundraisers, private rentals and skate and concession sales.

It wouldn't be October though without some Halloween standards included, like "Thriller," "Ghostbusters" and "The Monster Mash." Get ready for a great skating season just around the corner.

Industry entertainment leader Steve Earley programs monthly Megamixes geared to specific sessions for fecMusic SK8 subscribers. You will find the Steve Earley Megamixes in the Infotainment/Megamixes section of your fecMusic SK8 player.

FEC MIXES OCTOBER 2016

MIX 1

Roar - Katy Perry
Heathens - 21 Pilots
Closer - The Chainsmokers
Single Ladies - Beyonce
Roses - The Chainsmokers
Work from Home - 5th Harmony
Stayin Alive - The Bee Gees
Into You - Ariana Grande
Hollywood Swinging - Kool & The Gang

MIX 2

Cold Water - Major Lazer ft. Justin Bieber 
LUV - Tory Lanez
We Don’t Talk Anymore - Charlie Puth ft. Selena Gomez
One Dance - Drake
Let Me Love You - DJ Snake ft. Justin Bieber 
Needed Me - Rhianna
Just the Way You Are - Bruno Mars
We are Family - Sister Sledge
Poker Face - Lady Gaga

MIX 3

Don’t Let Me Down - The Chainsmokers
Side to Side - Ariana Grande
Send My Love - Adele
Treat You Better - Shawn Mendes
Gold - Kiiara
Can’t Stop the Feeling - Justin Timberlake
Bounce, Rock, Skate Roll - Vaughan Mason & Crew
Too Good - Drake ft. Rhianna
Thriller - Michael Jackson

MIX 4

Just Like Fire - Pink
Cheap Thrills - Sia
Sit Still, Look Pretty - Daya
My House - Flo Rida
Style - Taylor Swift
Hide Away - Daya
The Heart Wants What It Wants - Selena Gomez
PYT - Michael Jackson

MIX 5

Kill ‘em with Kindness - Selena Gomez
Here - Alessia Cara
This is what You Came For - Calvin Harris 
Ghostbusters - Ray Parker Jr.
We Found Love - Rihanna Feat. Calvin Harris
All About That Bass  - Meghan Trainor
Monster Mash - Bobby Pickett
C’mon Ride the Train - Quad City DJs
Dangerous Woman - Ariana Grande

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In 1989, Steve acquired his first position at a roller rink and quickly discovered his passion for session programming and the art of skating entertainment. He has worked and managed several skating centers throughout the United States for a majority of his life. Steve is currently the Director of National On-Site Marketing for Sure Grip International and spends his time traveling the country visiting skating centers.

5 Great Music Mixes for July, 2016

Now that your skating center is in thick of summer, most operators are focused on reducing their labor costs. The FEC mixes (one with overlaid announcements or the other that is music-only), are created to provide your guests with a professional DJ experience while freeing up an employee to be available where you need them.

The FEC Mixes also provide a safety net during the unforeseen summer camp or group arrivals. These surprise visits can leave your staff scrambling, but with one click, the music is set up for two and a half non-stop hours.

Each of the five mixes this month are crafted to include the biggest pop songs and standard party favorites. The goal is total customer entertainment and with the FEC Mixes, you can be assured that the music selection is to your high standards. 

Industry entertainment leader Steve Earley programs monthly Megamixes geared to specific sessions for fecMusic SK8 subscribers. You will find the Steve Earley Megamixes in the Infotainment/Megamixes section of your fecMusic SK8 player.

FEC MIXES JULY 2016

MIX 1

My House - Flo Rida
No - Meghan Trainor
Blank Space - Taylor Swift
I Need Your Love - Calvin Harris ft.Ellie Goulding
This is what You Came For - Calvin Harris 
Pillowtalk - Zayn
What Do You Mean - Justin Bieber 
When I Hear Music - Debbie Debb

MIX 2

Never Forget You  - MNEK & Zara Larsson
Ride - 21 Pilots
Don’t Let Me Down - The Chainsmokers
Send My Love - Adele
Hit the Road - Ray Charles
Can’t Stop the Feeling - Justin Timberlake
I Know What You Did Last Summer - Shawn Mendes
1999 - Prince
Cake By the Ocean - DNCE

MIX 3

Roses - The Chainsmokers
Love Yourself - Justin Bieber
One Dance - Drake
Middle - DJ Snake
Wild Thing - Alessia Care
Just the Way You Are - Bruno Mars
Can’t Keep My Hands to Myself - Selena Gomez
Rapper’s Delight - Sugarhill Gang

MIX 4

Stressed Out - 21 Pilots
Cheap Thrills - Sia
Return of the Mack - Mark Morrison
Company - Justin Bieber
Hide Away - Daya
Diamonds - Rhianna
Kung Foo Fighting - Carl Douglas
Work from Home - 5th Harmony

MIX 5

7 Years - Lukas Graham
Don’t Stop Believing - Journey
New Romantics - Taylor Swift
Bulletproof - La Roux
Me Too - Megan Trainor
PYT - Michael Jackson
Moves Like Jagger - Maroon 5
Can’t Touch This - MC Hammer

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In 1989, Steve acquired his first position at a roller rink and quickly discovered his passion for session programming and the art of skating entertainment. He has worked and managed several skating centers throughout the United States for a majority of his life. Steve is currently the Director of National On-Site Marketing for Sure Grip International and spends his time traveling the country visiting skating centers.

Pop and Classic Music Mixes: 5 Great Music Mixes for April, 2016

-          From Steve Earley, Blog Contributor

The overall consensus throughout the roller skating industry is that the first quarter of 2016 has been very profitable and many facilities have reported numbers that have not been seen in years. We want to make sure that your rink can continue the climb by supplying the best options for your session programming.

April's FEC Mixes are full of great current pop music intertwined with the classics for all of your guest's enjoyment. We suggest that your Program Manager (DJ) utilize the mixes that do not include overlaid pre-recorded announcements. This is a beneficial tool to allow the employees to focus on their own messages on the microphone while having professional flowing music.

For those sessions that may not have many guests or if your session is lacking a trained DJ, the mixes with announcements give those paying customers the experience they deserve.

Industry entertainment leader Steve Earley programs monthly Megamixes geared to specific sessions for fecMusic SK8 subscribers. You will find the Steve Earley Megamixes in the Infotainment/Megamixes section of your fecMusic SK8 player.

FEC MIXES APRIL 2016

MIX 1

Lean On - Major Lazer & DJ Snake

Diamonds - Rhianna

Love Yourself - Justin Bieber

Roses - The Chainsmokers

Hold On We’re Going Home - Drake

I Got a Woman - Ray Charles

Can't Feel My Face - The Weeknd

Bang My Head  - David Guetta

Can’t Keep My Hands to Myself - Selena Gomez

MIX 2

Never Forget You  - MNEK & Zara Larsson

Bang Bang - Iggy Azalea ft. Rita Ora

Stitches - Shawn Mendes

I Knew You Were Trouble - Taylor Swift

Hey Ya - Outkast

On My Mind - Ellie Goulding

Stressed Out - 21 Pilots

Pour Some Sugar on Me - Def Leppard

MIX 3

In the Night - The Weeknd

I Know What You Did Last Summer - Shawn Mendes

Let the Groove In - Justin Timberlake

Cake By the Ocean - DNCE

Double Dutch Bus - Frankie Smith

Sing - Ed Sheeran

How Deep is Your Love - Calvin Harris

Living on a Prayer - Bon Jovi

MIX 4

Good for You - Selena Gomez

Cheap Thrills - Sia

Boom Clap - Charli XCX

Out Of The Woods  - Taylor Swift

Jealous - Nick Jonas

My House - Flo Rida

Locked Away - Rock City ft. Adam Levine

Hide Away - Daya

Same Old Love - Selena Gomez

MIX 5

Here - Alessia Cara

7 Nation Army - The White Stripes

What Do You Mean - Justin Bieber 

California Gurls - Katy Perry ft. Snoop Dogg

When I Hear Music - Debbie Debb

Wildest Dreams - Taylor Swift

Timber - Pittbull ft. Kesha

This Old Heart of Mine - The Isley Brothers

Ex’s and O’s - Elle King

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In 1989, Steve acquired his first position at a roller rink and quickly discovered his passion for session programming and the art of skating entertainment. He has worked and managed several skating centers throughout the United States for a majority of his life. Steve is currently the Director of National On-Site Marketing for Sure Grip International and spends his time traveling the country visiting skating centers.