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Bilingual MC
Do-Not-Play List
One Event Per Day
Projector

Why couples loved this vendor

  • Unique party atmosphere
  • DJ quality
  • Music selection
Ashley
Kafs
LG S
Katie
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Recommended by 100% of couples

What is the story behind 1Wave DJs?

1Wave DJs is a professional wedding DJ service in Traverse City, Michigan. Owner AJ Smith has an impressive background in the music industry, having worked as a stagehand for icons such as Lady Gaga and Bon Jovi. His career progressed to working on stage for Diana Ross and Jethro Tull at the Interlochen Center for the Arts. He has performed in over 7 rock projects, produces his own music and has handled many events. DJ Guro Cathy has been with 1Wave DJs for almost 3 years now and is performing at weddings and venues like Stix Resort, Turtle Creek Casino, and other events in Northern Michigan. Combined they do between 80-100 events per year. Traveling across the USA, we check out nightclubs and venues to learn more about what it takes to keep you and your guests happy on the dance floor.

Services Offered

1Wave DJs' services include musical coverage of your entire wedding day, from the ceremony and cocktail hour right through to your reception. AJ and Cathy will work on creating a bespoke experience for your celebration. They curate personalized playlists according to each couple's musical tastes and preferences. Their DJ packages also include MC services, equipment setup, and beautiful lighting to illuminate your venue. Additional uplighting and video equipment services are available on request. Reach out to 1Wave DJs, and allow these seasoned professionals to bring lively entertainment and fabulous music to your wedding day.

Features

Veteran-owned

Small team (2-10 members)

Experience

  • 5 years in business

  • We speak English, Spanish and Tagalog

Links

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What is included in 1Wave DJs's packages?

What is included in the starting price?

Consultation
Disco Ball
MC
Microphones
Photobooth
Travel Expenses
Sound/PA System

What is included in the price of your most popular wedding package?

Consultation
Disco Ball
Sound/PA System
MC
Microphones
Photobooth
Projector
Travel Expenses

What is the starting price for uplighting?

$100

What music genres do you specialize in?

Christian
Club
Country
Electronic
Hip Hop
Indie
International
Jazz
Oldies
Pop
R&B/Soul
Rock
Top 40
South Asian

What services do you offer?

Bilingual MC
Consultation
Do-Not-Play List
Karaoke
Liability Insurance
MC
One Event Per Day
Video Projection

What additional equipment do you offer?

Disco Ball
Flat Screen
Microphones
Photobooth
Projector
Sound/PA System
Uplighting
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1Wave DJs received strong praise for being organized, communicative, and easy to work with. The DJ provided clear, stress-free planning, professional audio for ceremony and reception, and upbeat music that kept the dance floor full. Good lighting, sound setup, and responsiveness to requests made events memorable and highly recommended.

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1Wave DJs received strong praise for being organized, communicative, and easy to work with. The DJ provided clear, stress-free planning, professional audio for ceremony and reception, and upbeat music that kept the dance floor full. Good lighting, sound setup, and responsiveness to requests made events memorable and highly recommended.

Ashley
Ashley Sent on 08/19/2024
5 out of 5 rating

The Best!!

AJ was super easy to work with, gave us the exact vibe we were hoping for!! We had people on the dance floor the whole night!!! Highly highly recommend!!
Kafs
Kafs Sent on 12/15/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Well Organized

We had AJ DJ our wedding and we were very happy with how things went. He is well organized, well spoken, and knew what to play based off some suggestions.
LG S
Lg S Sent on 12/15/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Caroline Left this our first year!

“Thanks again for absolutely crushing it at our wedding up north on 5/28 !”
Katie
Katie Sent on 11/05/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Great experience - straightforward planning, clear communication, and full dance floor all night.

AJ at 1Wave DJs offered straightforward planning (no stress for us), with clear communication of expectations and cost. He supported our audio for the ceremony (outdoors) and the reception. The dance floor was packed all night. Would recommend
C
Cathy Sent on 07/31/2024
5 out of 5 rating

The best DJ

I highly recommend 1Wave DJs AJ for any occassions. Not just his music is awesome and up to date, he is also very accomodating and making sure everyone was having fun at our birthday party held last weekend. AJ has all the set up, cool lights and sound system that makes the party going. You can request your favorite music and he has it playing for you. He made our party way cooler and memorable. 1Wavedjs is the best in town!
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Cindi Sent on 11/04/2022
5 out of 5 rating

A.j was an excellent D.j

we recently used 1Wave for our halloween themed wedding. A.J was a great D.J & MC and went with the flow kinda guy.. he was able to play all songs we requested and helped keep us on track threw out the night. he dressed well, was well mannered and talented in his skill. A.J was well organized and help us with a general outline of what to do and what songs are typically played. we will definitely book AJ again at our next event. 5 out of 5 stars for sure
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Events

10 Oct
Other

Join us for the walk to end Alzheiimers

Date: From 10/10/2026 to 10/10/2026 Schedule 09:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Open Space , Traverse City, MI
07 Nov
Other

Big Day

Date: From 11/07/2026 to 11/07/2026 Schedule 12:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Location: 14764 Louhi St, Kaleva, MI

Who is the team behind 1Wave DJs?

DJ 1Wave
DJ 1Wave
CEO and Lead DJ/MC
DJ Guro Cathy
DJ Guro Cathy
DJ / MC

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