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Established:	1999
Employees:	3
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Sound Of The Times Event DJs have been providing the best in DJ, vocal performers and karaoke throughout the Chicagoland area since 1989. Trust us to make your event one to remember for years to come.
Every event begins with an appropriately attired, charismatic DJ and high quality equipment. Your options start with the type of show you desire, whether its DJ, Karaoke or a professional vocalist.

Finding the right DJ for your wedding is no easy task. The reception must be perfect. You want a DJ who will do your wedding your way. Sound Of The Times prides itself on its interactive and charismatic DJ's who are there to complement your event, not steal the show. We will sit down and plan your wedding reception from start to finish...the way you want it.

Once you book with us you will also be given your own personal password to access our interactive planning tools that are incorporated into this site. You will be able to plan your reception online from start to finish at your leisure up until 48 hours prior to your event. You can even make payments on our services via PayPal or credit cards.

We are commited to providing you with the highest possible level of customer service. This is not only our mission statement, it is our promise to you.

For more information, call (708) 516-3221 or email @ Contact@sotteventdj.com 

 

 

The Wedding Studio

Your wedding reception is always in good hands with Sound Of The Times!

DJ Details

Describe your DJ style: Our style conforms to the type of event and the demographics of the guests and the brides wishes. This is your event.

How many other DJs do you work with? 3

Do you have replacement DJs in case you become unavailable on the wedding day? Yes

Do you specialize in any ethnic and/or international events? No

Is the bride able to meet the DJ before booking? Yes

If you do not have one of the songs pre-requested by the couple, do you require that they provide it? No, we will make sure all pre-requested songs are aquired long before the event.

What is your usual attire? Tuxedo

Do you bring your own equipment? Yes

What (if any) special equipment, such as disco balls or lighting, is offered with your service? Bubble Machines, Fog machines, Uplighting accents, Intelligent lighting, Photo Montages with big screen, karaoke.

What is your minimum amount of time you will DJ for? 4 Hours

Do you usually emcee the reception and/or talk between songs? We will emcee the reception, but once open Dancing starts, the microphone is usually off.

Do you take any breaks? No

Will you arrange for recorded music to play during your breaks? Yes

Do you require a meal break? If yes, do you require that the wedding party provide your meal? No, but it is appreciated if offered.

How much time do you usually need to set up? Do you require that the site and/or couple provide a table for you to setup on? Usually 1.5 hours is adequate. We can provide our own skirted table if needed.

Do you have any extra space requirements? no

What is your overtime rate? $75.00/ Half Hour

Do you charge for travel expenses? If yes, how much do you charge? no

Here are some questions we get asked frequently. Before you hire a DJ company, make sure they can answer all these questions.

How much do you charge?
The biggest mistake most people make is that this is the ONLY question they ask! We believe that the DJ is one of the most important factor in the success of your event. Price should be your last consideration in looking for a great DJ. Find out how good the DJ is, then consider the price. And don’t be fooled – you do "get what you pay for!"

We are not the least expensive but we do provide exceptional value for your dollar. There are some DJs with whom we simply can’t compete in terms of price. This is because of our standards. We are not weekend warriors looking to make a couple of extra dollars for the weekend. We believe that the entertainment will decide the success of your event. Because of this we don’t cut corners!!!

You may not know much about the equipment, but you can find out if your prospective DJ uses professional equipment with the most up-to-date technology. Do they use all CD’s, or are they still using tapes or records? Are they using equipment made for home use, or equipment specifically made to withstand the vigor’s of mobile DJing. Also - find out if they use professional cases to transport their equipment. Professional cases keep the equipment working like new, and keeps things looking neat and presentable. Another important aspect to inquire about is the presence of backup equipment should there be some sort of hardware failure. The show must go on!

How long have you been in business and what type of experience do you have?
A company that has been in business for more than 20 years is going to have more experience than someone who has just started. Ask what types of events the company has the most experience in: Weddings, Dances, Etc.

What time will you show up for my event?
Good DJs allow extra time in case of problems. A DJ that shows up 20 minutes before start time to setup is a risk you don’t want to take. Also be sure you are not charged for setup/tear down time.

What type of attire will you wear?
Tuxedos should always be worn for all weddings and formal affairs.

How do I know you will send a talented DJ to host my event?
Find out how the company selects their DJs. Do they provide comprehensive training to ensure all of their DJs consistently provide quality entertainment? We train our DJs extensively before sending them out to perform on their own. In the case of Weddings and other formal events however we feel that if you want it done right, you have to do it yourself. That why the owners of Sound Of The Times (Gene Neri and Leanne & T.J. Palmer) always do these type of events ourselves.

Will you just play music at my wedding reception, or will you also MC and coordinate it?
There is much more to a wedding reception than just playing music. Make sure your DJ provides you with a written order of events, and various other aides to help you through the details of your reception. You want a DJ who is organized, and will take full control at your reception. Part of this should include announcing and coordinating all of the special events for you. Also, be sure your DJ is flexible enough to handle any changes you would like to make to the order of events.

We will begin by sitting down with you to discuss all of the details and concerns you may have. You also have access to our online interactive tools and tips to help make your wedding reception a success. We will then meet with you again 4-6 weeks before your reception to go over any final details. During your reception we will guide you through traditional events from start to finish. This includes announcements, coordination with the other wedding professionals at your event (caterer, photographer, videographer, etc.), and, of course, a carefully selected variety of music.

What selection of music do you have?
This is a point often overlooked, even though it is the basic purpose of all DJs! Many DJs have a very poor selection of music. Find out what sources your DJ uses to get his music. Does he just buy CD’s like everyone else, or does he have specific resources that allow him to be up-to-date and have a wide selection of music. Ask the potential DJ to send you some type of a song list. Or you could even ask if they have specific songs or artists you like. A DJ with a good selection of music and professional attitude will be happy to oblige!

All of our music is acquired through industry businesses which specifically provide music to radio stations, clubs, and DJs. We have thousands of songs from the 40’s and beyond, and our music is updated monthly with the same new music radio stations and clubs receive. We realize that the selection of music a DJ has is a very important factor, and we are fanatics about maintaining a comprehensive music library. If there is specific music you would like us to have, please specify when we meet and we will make sure to have it available during your event.

Are you insured?
A DJ who has taken the time and expense to insure their respective business shows that they are true professional and a full-time business who will still be around in the years to come.

Ask Around
Ask your reception hall or photographer if they have ever worked with your prospective DJ, and if they would recommend them.