In order to understand services, let’s categorize them as  PLANNING, EMCEEING, DEEJAYING AND PARTY ENVIRONMENT.

I take great pride in the PLANNING aspect of events and weddings because this is where I learn the most about the client, the guests, and their expectation for the event at hand. Each and every couple I work with, I provide a guide/questionnaire which allows them to provide all of the relevant information to their wedding, such as songs, people, timing, and location. By understanding all these aspects prior to your wedding, I am fully prepared for anything once the event begins.

On the EMCEEING side of your event, I’m only on the mic when it’s necessary. I’m not a hype man or making an announcement every other song or playing games with guests. I provide all the relevant information to guests about the logistics of the wedding, any important information that the couple wants me to relay to them and giving them a heads up when events are about to begin.

The aspect I look forward to the most is when I get to hop on the turntables, be a real DJ and make people dance. I always consider couples’ likes and dislikes, as well as any other relevant information to ensure the soundtrack of the party reflects the couple, but also keeps guests wiping sweat off their brow and getting a workout on the dancefloor.

Aesthetics are important, but moreover no one wants a party ENVIRONMENT with either no lights or a fully lit room. I always provide lighting which accents the venue aesthetic and the dancefloor, but isn’t overwhelming for people to continue to have a great time. Additionally, all the equipment used is top of the line, from speakers and microphones to turntables and mixer. Furthermore, it's all tied together on a sleek, handbuilt, oak podium.

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  Coordination

  Unmatched organization & preparedness for a worry free event.
  From the moment the contract is signed, Tony gets to work with providing clients a gameplan for a W on the big day. Typically, a Zoom call or meeting starts the journey by explaining how to plan, as well as complementary forms and guides to assist in crafting a personalized event.

  Many times clients are overwhelmed or aren't sure where to begin. By providing an outline, it allows Tony to learn more about the client, as well as answer any questions and provide advice on how to go about the planning process.

  About 4-6 weeks prior to the event, an intense planning meeting is conducted to organize the provided information into a timeline down to the minute, which includes every person needed, correct pronunciation of names and song choices needed throughout the event.

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  DJ

  No hype man. No games. Strictly seamless transitions & constant bangers.
  You booked a DJ, not 1990's wedding DJ. My main objective when the dancefloor opens up is to curate a soundtrack reflective of the client(s) and reading the crowd to know when to play the right song. Moreover, keeping the dancefloor full with seamless transitions from one song to another, as well as bouncing around from different decades and genres.

  The basis of DJing is understanding how to beat match songs, so when you transition from one to another there isn't a major vibe change from a very slow song to a faster song or vice versa. Also, the tempo of consecutive songs keeps the energy going at full throttle for guests to have the most memorable time at a DJ Crush event.

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  Emcee

  Ensuring the entire party is in the know, but not an overwhelming amount of self-promotion.
  There isn't a soul on the planet that wants to hear a DJ on the microphone over and over again directing traffic on the dancefloor. The most important aspect of emceeing is providing substance and worth when you're on the microphone.

  When I'm on the microphone there's a purpose to provide the party with relevant information about the event. Whether it's welcoming guests and giving a lay of the land or letting partygoers know that the clients are asking for certain folks to be on the dancefloor, all of the mic work is relevant to clients goal for the evening.

  Now this isn't to say I don't get on the microphone or there aren't instances that would reflect hyping up certain individuals or groups, but the frequency and type of speaking aspects are always relevant to party.

  And there is never, e-e-e-evvvver shameless self-promotion. I allow my work to speak for me. If I provide a great service to clients and their guests, that's the only promotion I need.

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  Lighting

  Setting the tone with an environment that implores guests to let their guard down & let loose.
  Whether it be a corporate event, wedding or birthday, no one wants to dance in a fully lit room where you can see everyone's maybe not-so-hot dance moves or a pitch black room where your dance moves end up causing you to hip check grandma across the floor.

  At every event, I provide a collection of lighting that varies from wash lights that fill the room with an assortment of colors and change dependent on the bass from the music. Also, there are moving head lights that bounce around the room to make the dance floor just bright enough, but add a welcoming, vibrant environment in a blanket of major jams.

  In some cases, clients look for some extra lighting to highlight the venue or certain aspects of their setting through uplighting or perhaps a custom monogram. At an extra cost, these too can be a part of your event.

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  Professional Setup

  The equipment is top notch & the visual presentation matches the service.
  Every piece of equipment, from the Technics turntables or Pioneer Controller to the ElectroVoice or QSC speakers down to the Sennheiser and Audio Technica mics, everything is industry standard and maintained regularly.

  In addition to providing incredible sound equipment, the main setup is condensed into a sleek, handmade, red oak podium style setup which prevents an eyesore at your event.

  Also, many venues require wireless speaker setups to ensure the entire group of guests can hear announcements, speeches and toasts. While uncommon to many DJ's this feature offers a minimal setup, which can be placed nearly anywhere in the main room or adjoining rooms. By doing so, the entire party is always a part of the celebration.

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  Experience

  20+ years filling dancefloors, regardless of demographic or music choices
  Not to say that experience is the only or main measuring stick when selecting a DJ, but it certainly helps to have someone that's been around the block.

  Whether it be having worked at a certain venue before or with specific vendor(s), it gives the DJ a leg up over others knowing how sound travels in a room and the logistics of the venue. Not to mention, if a DJ is a veteran in the game, there's a much higher chance that they've seen a lot and are able to prevent issues from occurring before they do or finding a solution when they do occur much quicker than a rookie or novice.

  Experience in terms of time is great, but when it's coupled with types of events, different genres of music and a variety of guest demographics, it's multiplied ten-fold. While I've been DJing since 2004, there's not much I haven't seen. From bars to clubs to graduations and retirements or of course my forte, weddings and corporate events, I know my way around event planning and providing clients with the assurance I can keep the party going under just about any circumstance.