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Celebrating over 24 years experience, Jon Strader has had the pleasure of djing countless weddings, private parties, corporate events, college functions, in-store retail events, & bar / nightlife residencies all over the New England area and beyond. Music being his ultimate passion, Strader has even toured the entire world as a guitarist performing on stages in front of 100's to the 1000's.

At the very young age of 14, stepping into the entertainment industry has opened so many doors connecting Jon to all sorts of industry professionals. Working alongside and having the continued humbled support from various venues, photographers, videographers, florists, caterers, planners, schools & colleges, production companies, musicians, pro audio brands, record labels, clothing companies, (the list goes on..) can surely come to your rescue when needing assistance with your wedding day planning or any other form of event planning.

From several years working for the biggest record store chain in the Northeast, Newbury Comics, to over 10 years as a founding builder for one of the world's leading custom drum makers, SJC Custom Drums, Strader has always strived to pursue his own path in the music world. He now devotes his full time to being a preferred wedding and events dj.

"It's a Vibe. Packing dance floors through the tasteful selection and placement of music is so paramount to any event. I always look forward to seeing how the night pans out. You never know what you may end up playing or experiencing. Moments are meant to be remembered and are encompassed by the proper soundtrack." - Strader

"I have even had some of my awesome previous couples choose their wedding date based solely off my availability... That to me, is the most humbling compliment I could ever receive." - Strader

Influenced from the early 50's through the current Top 40, Jazz to Hip-Hop, Motown to Disco, Rock to Country, Pop to Classics, catering to your crowd is his main focus and specialty. Knowing how important your wedding / event is to you, in return, makes it that much more important to him.

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Frequently asked questions

What is included in the starting price?

Consultation
Microphones
Sound/PA System

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

Consultation
Sound/PA System
Microphones
Travel Expenses

What music genres do you specialize in?

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

What services do you offer?

Consultation
Do-Not-Play List
Liability Insurance
MC
One Event Per Day

What additional equipment do you offer?

Microphones
Photobooth
Projector
Sound/PA System
Uplighting

Reviews of DJ Jon Strader

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Jon received glowing reviews as a wedding DJ, being highly recommended by multiple couples for his exceptional service, seamless transitions, and ability to understand and execute their musical vision. Reviewers appreciated his professionalism, organization, and communication throughout the planning process and on the day of the event. From creating the perfect vibe for different moments to handling last-minute changes with ease, Jon's energy, expertise, and attention to detail made him a standout choice for couples, ensuring a memorable and fun-filled celebration.

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Jon received glowing reviews as a wedding DJ, being highly recommended by multiple couples for his exceptional service, seamless transitions, and ability to understand and execute their musical vision. Reviewers appreciated his professionalism, organization, and communication throughout the planning process and on the day of the event. From creating the perfect vibe for different moments to handling last-minute changes with ease, Jon's energy, expertise, and attention to detail made him a standout choice for couples, ensuring a memorable and fun-filled celebration.

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Hannah Sent on 12/07/2025
5 out of 5 rating

So much fun!

“Understood the assignment” doesn’t even begin to cover it. Jon was recommended by our photographer and we truly couldn’t be happier. He was great to work with leading up to the wedding and was a seamless part of the best day of our lives. If you want everyone to spend the night on their feet, Jon is the obvious choice.
Laurel
Laurel Sent on 11/20/2025
5 out of 5 rating

A perfect match for a very picky bride

Jon was a perfect DJ for our wedding. We had a high bar as I had a very clear musical vision for the entire evening, but Jon absolutely delivered. We met a couple of times to go through all the details and nail the music down to the second for certain moments, and it ended up being perfect :) He built the right vibe for the right moment, nailed the announcements, and was great to work with. He also helped with our lighting, which created a beautiful ambiance. People say you don't remember the music, but I DID, and it made the evening so special. Thank you Jon!
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Jillian Sent on 10/22/2025
5 out of 5 rating

100/10 - hire this man!

We couldn’t have been happier with Jon as our wedding DJ! He was so easy and fun to work with from day one - super organized, quick to communicate, and his planning portal made everything simple. He handled the ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception seamlessly, keeping the energy and flow perfect all night long.

Jon truly understood the assignment - he ran with our ideas, offered great advice when we needed it, and coordinated effortlessly with our photographer and planner to make sure every moment transitioned perfectly. His song transitions were flawless, his mixes were creative, and his hand-made DJ booth was a beautiful touch.

He brought all the equipment, all the hype, and all the good vibes. We can’t recommend him enough!
Ken
Ken Sent on 10/12/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Best dj!

Jon was phenomenal to work with. He was communicative, insightful with music recommendations, and created the perfect vibe for our celebration. The dance floor was full all night thanks to his energy and seamless transitions. Couldn’t recommend him more—truly worth it!
Roland
Roland Sent on 07/12/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Jon Strader 💣

Jon delivered beyond what we knew was possible from a wedding "DJ," a title failing to capture the breadth of his contributions. Mid-way through the ceremony, Mother Nature compelled my bride to call the ultimate audible. As everyone booked it to the reception tent to avoid torrential rain, Jon made a chaotic transition appear planned for. He organized our guests to a flow of events that was changing on the fly. And the actual disc jockeying? Jon is a legend. He nailed our taste in music and led an amazing party. One of my favorite people at my own wedding. Thanks for everything Jon! It meant so much to have you in our corner.
Hayden
Hayden Sent on 06/10/2025
5 out of 5 rating

He was the dj for our wedding!

He was SO great! He was the DJ for my sister’s wedding and my wedding, and we would both recommend him to anyone! He is incredibly responsive, professional, kind, fun, and patient throughout the entire process, he makes it so easy to put everything you are wanting for your night in one easy form, and he just executed my vision perfectly! My guests had a BLAST! And he is so flexible! We had to move the ceremony inside, and he didn’t make it a problem at all! Everything during the ceremony was heard perfectly, and the music was just amazing during the reception! The music was perfect and exactly what I wanted! Definitely would recommend for any event! He was a huge reason why we loved our wedding as much as we did
Joe
Sarah Sent on 02/01/2025
5 out of 5 rating

From Calm cocktail hour to Emo night raging, best wedding ever!

Jon was the perfect person to DJ out wedding! Meeting with him before the event, we felt he was the right fit right away. His experience and the way he understood exactly what we wanted made us feel confident he was the guy for the job. We could not have imagined a better party! His entire music selection was perfect for each part of the day from ceremony, to cocktail hour, to dinner and dancing. He was able to find obscure music for us, and figured out the hits our guests loved. He knew how to get the dancefloor going... and keep it going! Our guests are still raving about the music, and so are we! If you want the best DJ in the industry, hire Jon. He was such a plesure to work with, and I hope I get the oppertunity to work with him again in the future.
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Alexandra Sent on 12/17/2024
5 out of 5 rating

The Best DJ for Our Wedding Day!

We couldn’t have asked for a better DJ for our wedding than Jon! From our initial consultation to wedding night, he went above and beyond to make sure it was everything we hoped for and more. Jon took the time to get to know our music preferences, and has an online portal that makes it extremely easy to create a timeline and input everything from event details to likes and dislikes.

What really stood out was his ability to read the room. The energy was always spot-on, and every transition was seamless, whether it was during the cocktail hour, dinner, or dancing. Jon kept everything flowing smoothly.

We were so impressed by his professionalism and positive attitude. We received so many compliments from our guests about how great the music was throughout the evening, there were guests on the dance floor throughout the entire night. We can’t recommend him enough! Truly made our wedding unforgettable!
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Annie Sent on 12/15/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Loved working with DJ Jon

Jon DJ’d our wedding in October of this year, and it was AMAZING working with him. From the minute we started wedding planning, we knew the dance part of the reception was going to be a really important part of the day to get right. Jon is a real expert; he wove in our special song requests with hits that would get everyone on the dance floor. Jon also did the music & sound for our ceremony, and everything was perfect: the cues, the volume, everything. We loved working with Jon and would pick him again in a heartbeat.
Ashley
Ashley Sent on 11/04/2024
5 out of 5 rating

The Best Wedding DJ

10/10 recommend Jon as the DJ for your special event. Jon was so easy going to work with, understood all of our requests, and made our wedding day an absolute dream. Even when we had last minute changes and requests he was able to roll with the punches effortlessly. He even worked with my brother to sing a live song during the wedding reception and the transition to set it up wasn't even noticed! Jon is the best DJ you will ever book!
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2026 Winner
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Professional Network & Endorsements

1 Endorsement
Joseph Gonzalez-Dufresne Photography Joseph Gonzalez-Dufresne Photography Wedding Photographers

Jon is one of my favorite wedding pros to work with. He has a genuine personality and his communication is on point; it really makes my job that much more enjoyable.

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