4. A Killer Playlist

You’re going to need a soundtrack to set the mood for the evening. I love putting together a mix of current songs and songs that make my guests say “oh wow I haven’t thought of this one since high school!” Make sure the tunes you pick are upbeat but not overpowering enough to interrupt conversation. If I don’t have time to put together a playlist, I usually put on Frank Ocean’s “Channel Orange” or Lana Del Rey’s “Norman Fucking Rockwell!”

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