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Hollister Entertainment is an energetic wedding DJ in the Albany, New York area. DJ Chris Hollister’s fun and friendly personality makes everybody feel comfortable, from the couple to the guests and the vendors at the wedding. His flexibility allows him to read the crowd and change the music according to the mood, keeping people dancing throughout the night.

Experience
Chris Hollister, owner of Hollister Entertainment, got his start running lights and sound for a local band. Instead of traditional soundtracks, he played real music during the band’s breaks. This led him to the DJ industry, where listeners began requesting him for weddings and events.

Services Offered
The DJ aims to keep the entertainment both classy and fun throughout the night. He plays music genres that include country, hip hop, jazz, oldies, pop, R&B/soul, rock and top 40. The following services and items are provided:

  • Consultation
  • Do-not-play list
  • Liability insurance
  • MC
  • Microphones
  • One event per day
  • Sound/PA system
  • Uplighting
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Frequently asked questions

What is the starting price for wedding DJ services?

$1,595

What is included in the starting price?

Consultation
MC
Microphones
Travel Expenses
Sound/PA System

What is the price of your most popular wedding package?

$1,795

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

Consultation
Sound/PA System
MC
Microphones

What is the starting price for uplighting?

$250

What music genres do you specialize in?

Country
Hip Hop
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
Sound/PA System
Uplighting

Reviews of Hollister Entertainment

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Chris Hollister received consistent praise from multiple happy couples for his exceptional DJ services at wedding venues. He was commended for his responsiveness, professionalism, flexibility, and ability to keep the party going all night. Couples appreciated his personalized approach, attention to detail, and efforts to ensure the wedding day went smoothly and perfectly. Chris was described as easy to work with, accommodating various music preferences, and creating a fun and memorable atmosphere for guests, making him a highly recommended DJ for weddings and events.

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Chris Hollister received consistent praise from multiple happy couples for his exceptional DJ services at wedding venues. He was commended for his responsiveness, professionalism, flexibility, and ability to keep the party going all night. Couples appreciated his personalized approach, attention to detail, and efforts to ensure the wedding day went smoothly and perfectly. Chris was described as easy to work with, accommodating various music preferences, and creating a fun and memorable atmosphere for guests, making him a highly recommended DJ for weddings and events.

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Hailey Sent on 09/16/2024
5 out of 5 rating

We would recommend Chris to anyone!

Chris was a fantastic choice for our wedding! Throughout the whole planning process he was responsive and made our musical visions come to life. I especially liked that he preferred over the phone communication, I think this says everything about Chris wanting to work with his customers on a more personal level than just being their “DJ”! During the event he carried out every single request we had and kept the crowd going, you can tell he has great experience with weddings and enjoys what he does. He was extremely professional but also personable, our guests thought he was amazing too!
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Gabrielle L. Sent on 09/09/2024
5 out of 5 rating

So easy to work with!!

Chris was so easy to work with! He was always responsive and flexible. He was easy to talk to, and made us feel comfortable and treated us like dear friends during the entire process. The night went perfectly in regards to music, and the process and order of events. It truly felt like Chris was looking out for us and making sure the night was exactly what we wanted. He went out of his way to find us and the photographer for sunset photos outside and communicated with us from start of planning to the last minute of the evening. I cannot recommend him enough.
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Josh L. Sent on 09/03/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing!!!

Chris was fantastic! He was very quick to respond and very laid back and flexible. He does great work setting you up for the big day beforehand so once it comes along everything goes smoothly. We even had a last minute change for father- daughter dance and he had no problem adjusting to it and knocking it out of the park. Can not recommend him enough!

Professional Network & Endorsements

23 Endorsements
Chaplain Claudia Meyer Chaplain Claudia Meyer Wedding Officiants

Chris is not only a great professional, he's a great personality... and isn't that what you want in your entertainer/DJ?? I love working with Chris... hire him and you won't be sorry!!

CLH images Photography CLH images Photography Wedding Photographers

I first met DJ Chris Hollister of Hollister Entertainment when I was hired to photograph a pre-wedding party for a couple whose wedding I shot in Antigua. I was instantly taken by his genuine kindness and by the way he diligently insured that no special moments occurred during the party or out on the dancefloor unless I was right there, camera in hand, ready to shoot. It didn’t take me long to learn a few key things about what makes Chris tick: he’s fun-loving; he's a total people person; he is always one step behind the first person in sight who looks like they might need a hand (I’ve never shot a gig without him offering to carry my bags, help me breakdown my photobooth, or to grab me a coke from the bar to keep my energy level on high); and he knows how to get an entire room full of people on a dancefloor and keep them there all night. I have photographed many, many weddings over the last few years and I know firsthand that the DJ makes or breaks the success of a great reception. With Chris as your DJ, you're bound to have a reception that won't soon be forgotten!

All Occasions Photography All Occasions Photography Wedding Photographers

We love working with Chris Hollister Entertainment. Chris is so much fun and brings the life to the party! The dance floor is always packed and full of energy which makes our job super easy! I love reliving the fun when I edit the photos and seeing the smiles all the faces. Cant wait to work with him again!!

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