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I Wed "IS" the Solution!

We have over 20 years of DJ and MC experience. We have performed at over 1800 events.

- DJ service, specializing in weddings

- Computer controlled up-lighting

- Minister service

Choose I Wed Solutions!

Dan Neilson

847-223-6900

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Frequently asked questions

What is included in the starting price?

Consultation
MC
Microphones
Sound/PA System

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
Electronic
Hip Hop
Oldies
Pop
R&B/Soul
Rock
Top 40

What services do you offer?

Bilingual MC
Consultation
Do-Not-Play List
Liability Insurance
MC

What additional equipment do you offer?

Microphones
Sound/PA System
Uplighting

Reviews of I Wed Solutions

Steven
Steven Sent on 07/20/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Dan is the QB of your day - give him the ball!

The DJ is probably the most important coordinator of your wedding day. He/she will either run the show with precision - or run it into the ground. Dan has your back throughout the entire day! He makes sure things step off like clockwork. Oh, and he is also an officiant so you get a 2 for 1 special with Dan! From wedding vows to last dance, Dan has you covered! And he can dance too!
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Rebecca Sent on 12/15/2022
5 out of 5 rating

The best decision we made for our wedding day!

Dan and I Wed DJ Solutions played a key role in keeping our wedding night on track. I cannot express enough how amazing he made our night, making sure he played songs we requested, getting friends and family on the dance floor, and rolling with all the punches we had! So many of our guests commented how great he was. He would get on the dance floor with our guests and interact with them, so he was a part of the party. Choosing Dan was honestly the best decision we made for our wedding night and I am so glad my cousin recommended I Wed DJ Solutions to us! Thank you Dan! - Rebecca and Jordan Royal
Scarlett
Scarlett Sent on 07/11/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Best dj ever!

DJ Dan always knew exactly what song to play from cocktail hour to the end of the reception. He matched the high-intensity energy we were going for by keeping everyone dancing almost the entire night. His sense of when to kick things into high gear and when to throw in a slow song was impeccable. Dan even went the extra mile to speed up our first dance song slightly to match the tempo we had practiced! From cake cutting and first dances to the Macarena and lots of fun in between, we can’t recommend Dan enough!
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Nicki Sent on 03/24/2022
5 out of 5 rating

I Wed Solutions is amazing!

I cannot praise I Wed Solutions enough!! We booked I Wed Solutions for our wedding DJ for both ceremony and reception along with our officiant. Dan Nielsen DJed our wedding and was our officiant. He did a phenomenal job with transitioning music at both the ceremony and reception but most importantly, he smoothly kept us on track throughout the day. I did not hire a day-of coordinator but I didn’t regret my decision. Dan was amazing - he kept the party going all night and was so enthusiastic and fun. We have been told over and over that our wedding was one of the best people have been to and I attribute that largely to Dan for making it so fun for everyone. I Wed Solutions was also very affordable. We looked at some DJs that were outside our budget and were pleasantly surprised when we were reviewing Dan’s rates - we stayed well within our budget even including the costs for ceremony music and officiant services. Dan provided uplighting at our reception as well and again I was shocked with the quality. I have seen some really poor, overdone uplighting which made me hesitant, but Dan’s uplighting was beautiful and went well with our venue. Booking I Wed Solutions for our wedding was one of the best decisions we made.
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Beth Sent on 11/29/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Fantastic job!

Dan @ I Wed Solutions did an amazing job at job daughter's wedding. I had been at another wedding a few years back where he was the DJ. When my daughter asked if I could recommend anyone, Dan was the 1st that came to mind. He is very professional, fun, takes requests and teaches basic line dances as well. Dan officiated the ceremony as well. Thank you for helping make my daughter & daughter in laws wedding so special.
Jackie
Jackie Sent on 11/29/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Best Of The Best!!!!

We can not say enough about Dan! When we first met him, we just knew we wanted him to be our DJ!! He makes you feel so welcomed and like family from the start. He is great with responding to any and all question in a timely manner. He is so easy to talk to and is very patient. We knew we were in good hands and had nothing to worry about. He was also our officiant, and he attended our rehearsal and made everyone feel comfortable in their roles. He also had the whole day of the wedding under control! He kept us up to date on what was going on, what was coming next, and was giving time reminders to those who needed it. He does a great mixture of music (that is what we asked for), but he will play anything you want! My family loves to do line dances, but even so, Dan gets out there and dances with everyone and reviews the steps for those who may not know it. He is hands down the best choice out there for a DJ! Not only did we love having him, but all of our guests keep telling us how amazing he was! We are trying to think of what else we could need a DJ for just so we can have him again! He is honestly amazing! If you need a DJ you really need to talk to Dan because there is no one like him! We promise, you won’t be disappointed!
Alyssa
Alyssa Sent on 10/25/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Best DJ/Officiant Ever!

Dan was our officiant and DJ for our wedding on August 14, 2021! He did an absolutely incredible job. His service, professionalism, organization, and experience made our run smoothly and allowed us to fully enjoy every minute. Our ceremony was exactly what we wanted and the reception was incredible! For the reception, Dan did a great job as the MC, kept our guests engaged, and the dance floor full. Truthfully, we got the most compliments from a wide range of our guests on Dan! Several of our engaged friends have asked us about Dan - one couple is even using him for their own wedding! I cannot say enough wonderful things about Dan and his services. If you need a wedding DJ, officiant, or other services - choose Dan!
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Payton Sent on 10/22/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Awesome & Perfect!

Best DJ around! The night was smooth, flowed, & everyone loved the music that was played. A couple songs were wrong that I picked out, so just make sure you double check with him. But other than that, I'd recommend Dan to anybody!
Jennifer
Jennifer Sent on 10/18/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Perfection!

Dan did an amazing job with our wedding reception. He was very flexible to work with us and make the ceremony customized to our needs. We also worked with him in advance on what our song preferences are and even a few line dances he could teach the guests. Everyone had a wonderful evening. We highly recommend him! Jen and Joe
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Grayson Sent on 10/18/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Couldn't ask for a better DJ

Our venue (The Shores of Turtle Creek) recommended Dan incredibly highly, even going so far as to wave some rental fees if he was the one DJing. We could immediately tell why.
Dan showed up ready to go after being very communicative and diligent about filling out online forms and collecting song playlists.
His questionnaires are incredibly thorough And so when it was time for the big day, all you had to do was show up and get to work and boy did he!

There is never a lull in the music, he kept the whole group engaged and even had the staff dancing with the guests.

A wonderful DJ truly makes the experience and Dan went above and beyond from Day 1 to make us feel taken care of and made our day even more wonderful.
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2022 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2019 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2016 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2015 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2013 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2012 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

7 Endorsements
The Shores of Turtle Creek The Shores of Turtle Creek Park & Outdoor Weddings

Hiring I Wed Solutions will be one of the best decisions you make in your wedding planning! Dan is friendly, reliable, dependable, professional, and we would recommend him to anyone in a heartbeat. His professionalism and dedication to his craft are truly a model for all to follow. And he is always willing to go the extra mile for our mutual clients We always look forward to events that have booked with this DJ!

Steffan's Jewelers Inc. Steffan's Jewelers Inc. Wedding Jewelers

Dan did our Ladies Day event and totally rocked it. He kept the energy up and our ladies grooving during the all day event. We would recommend him to anyone and look forward to having him again this year!

31 North Banquets & Catering 31 North Banquets & Catering Banquet Halls

Dan at I Wed Solutions is a pleasure to work with! Whether you need a DJ, officiant, or magician, he is your guy! He does a great job entertaining the guests, and is so easy to work with! We definitely recommend you give him call!

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