Seeking DJ/ MC recommendations

BT2011 Posted: Dec 14, 2010 07:28 PM

Seeking DJ/ MC recommendations

Hi ladies! I am a 2012 Bride and would love to know who you selected to rock the party on your big day. I am looking for a DJ that can get a diverse crowd of about 80-100 people to 'shake it' on the dance floor.

FH and I are R&B, reggae, soca, and hip-hop fans. We also like our fair share of pop and top 40 music. Since our guest list is diverse we will want a DJ with a good range of music from Justin Bieber (my FH's son loves him) to Nicki Minaj to Bob Marley to the Drifters (my mom loves 50s classics). What will actually get played, who knows, but we would like to have options and work with someone who knows what is danceable.

We have a modest budget, so any info you can share regarding costs would be helpful. A few other questions:

* Do you need an MC?
* Did you go with preferred vendors or venture off on your own?
* So far I have heard that Tommy Tunes (thanks FutureWifey) and Body Rock are worth considering. Has anyone used them? What about Sound Connections?

Thanks ladies!

SummerBride10 Posted: Dec 14, 2010 07:30 PM

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We used Body Rock and had a great experience. I highly reccomend them. The DJ/MC team were wonderful. They played a great mix of music.

BT2011 Posted: Dec 14, 2010 07:42 PM

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Thanks SummerBride10! I just looked at your pics...You looked lovely! Everyone looks like they are having a good time. Someone even jumped in your arms. LOL!

BTW, loved the pic with you in the yankees cap!

soonT0beMrsD Posted: Dec 14, 2010 07:55 PM

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FM Entertainment

barbtony Posted: Dec 15, 2010 08:29 AM

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High Voltage Sounds - Massapequa

bluj786 Posted: Dec 15, 2010 08:43 AM

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we used Then Till Now, they were great, the dance floor was packed all night

T E R I Posted: Dec 15, 2010 09:06 AM

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Posted by soonT0beMrsD

FM Entertainment

I second them, I used Frank as my MC and they did a great job!!!!

dctead Posted: Dec 15, 2010 10:02 AM

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We used Then Til Now... Steve was amazing... Got our guests up to dance... was reasonably priced and when we gave him a list of what we wanted... he created a great mix of music for us..

Becca2010 Posted: Dec 15, 2010 10:40 AM

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We used Bravo Sound for our wedding. We needed a lot of different kinds of music and they really delivered! We had American top 40, Dance, Rock&Roll Classics, Greek Music and even a horah! I cannot recommend Bravo enough, they were exactly as promised and affordable! You should definitely give them a call!

AdriandSteve Posted: Dec 15, 2010 11:07 AM

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ETEvents.

CarolAnn721 Posted: Dec 15, 2010 11:11 AM

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Phil from After Hours!!! 110%

SoonToBMrsC Posted: Dec 15, 2010 03:22 PM

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LI Sounds!!!! I had Scott as my DJ and Mike for my MC, theres no words to describe how awesome they are!!

AwaitingAugust Posted: Dec 15, 2010 03:37 PM

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i used Variety Music and they were my favorite vendor of the night!

you don't need an MC but you should know that if the DJ announces you, he will most likely be less animated and 'fun' ... just something to think about

good luck!

SummerBride10 Posted: Dec 15, 2010 08:16 PM

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Posted by BT2011

Thanks SummerBride10! I just looked at your pics...You looked lovely! Everyone looks like they are having a good time. Someone even jumped in your arms. LOL!

BTW, loved the pic with you in the yankees cap!

Thank you so much!! It was a great time!

IheartDanger1023 Posted: Dec 16, 2010 09:56 AM

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Read the review I just posted on the review boards. I highly recommend Starlight Express! Especially if you go with DJ Enzo. The party pics in my review speak for themselves!! Our music tastes are 90's hip hop, r&b, Kompa, and reggae and he nailed them all!

jackieee Posted: Dec 16, 2010 10:17 AM

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Posted by CarolAnn721

Phil from After Hours!!! 110%

Definitely. After hours is amazing!!!!! We had brett and carlton. The best EVER!!!

jenhef Posted: Dec 16, 2010 11:01 AM

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Dynamic Entertainment is awesome
799-0808

www.thepartyneverstops.com

BT2011 Posted: Dec 18, 2010 03:45 PM

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Posted by AwaitingAugust

i used Variety Music and they were my favorite vendor of the night!

you don't need an MC but you should know that if the DJ announces you, he will most likely be less animated and 'fun' ... just something to think about

good luck!

Thank you Awaiting August! Very good point about the DJ being distracted.

Thank you all for the fantastic leads!!! I have done my homework and narrowed down the list. FH has agreed to vet the contenders. Music is important to us both, so I know this is one task he will fully embrace. (He used to be a DJ in college with a radio show. Our basement is cluttered with at least 1000 CDs...He is definitely the man for this job!)

Bride2B9911 Posted: Jan 26, 2011 11:11 AM

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I was supposed to meet with LI Sounds, but they called me to see if I wanted to book an appointment even though I already did....and it was with the person who called (Scott)! Very unorganized. When I didn't show up to my appointment which they apparently didn't even know about, no one called or cared so they obviously didn't want my business. If I can't rely on them to write down an appointment, I certainly don't trust them to show up at my wedding!

Bravura is my first choice at the moment. Want to see at least 2 more showcases before making my final decision.