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Joyful Sound Entertainment is a veteran-owned wedding DJ business based in Independence, Kentucky. Owner Lionel Charlot has over 25 years of experience in the music business. He's DJ'd everything from weddings to military balls to homecomings to the five o'clock mix traffic jam, so he knows that great music is critical for turning a special occasion into an unforgettable entertainment experience.

Services Offered

Lionel and the Joyful Sound Entertainment team want to help take your wedding celebration to the next level. They'll work closely with you to create a playlist that reflects your unique style and story; they'll also provide MC services, a quality sound system, wireless microphones, lighting effects, a custom wedding monogram, a fun photo booth, and everything you and your loved ones need to have a great time! Lionel and his team can't wait to discuss your wedding vision. Send them a message today to learn more about what Joyful Sound Entertainment can do for you!

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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?

$400

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?

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

What additional equipment do you offer?

Microphones
Photobooth
Projector
Sound/PA System
Uplighting

Reviews of Joyful Sound Entertainment

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Joyful Sound Entertainment delivered outstanding DJ and MC services, creating a fun, energetic atmosphere and keeping the dance floor full. Reviewers praised the team's professionalism, responsiveness, attention to detail, and willingness to accommodate special requests like a photo booth and custom song selections. Overall, highly recommended for smooth, personalized, memorable weddings.

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This AI-generated summary gives you a snapshot of the overall ratings and feedback from the reviews this vendor has received.

Joyful Sound Entertainment delivered outstanding DJ and MC services, creating a fun, energetic atmosphere and keeping the dance floor full. Reviewers praised the team's professionalism, responsiveness, attention to detail, and willingness to accommodate special requests like a photo booth and custom song selections. Overall, highly recommended for smooth, personalized, memorable weddings.

Carissa
Carissa Sent on 09/12/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Joyful sound entertainment review

Joyful sounds was amazing for our wedding! He created such a fun atmosphere and everyone loved the Photo Booth they provided. We truly felt that they cared to make our day as special as possible!
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Julie Sent on 05/23/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Wonderful Experience!

Our experience with Lionel and team has been wonderful! He has showed up ready for every appointment and helped answer the many questions we had leading up to the big day. On the day, he was prompt, professional and funny! We had many comments on how great Lionel was. Highly recommend!
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Wenqiang Sent on 12/31/2023
5 out of 5 rating

The best wedding EVER!!

I would like to give credit where credit is due to the Best wedding DJ company “Joyful Sound Entertainment” they went above and beyond all expectations. Not only did they flawlessly curate a playlist that catered to every guest's musical tastes, but they also offered exceptional MC services, ensuring the reception flowed smoothly. Their attention to detail and personalized approach truly elevated the entire celebration, making it an unforgettable night for everyone involved.
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Von Sent on 10/15/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Awesome Wedding DJ

Great experience, whole process was easy and DJ (Allen) was fantastic!
Ashley
Ashley Sent on 09/18/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Best DJ Ever!!!

Wow! I hired Joyful Sound after looking through many, many reviews and they did not disappoint! Lionel is such a joy to work with. He is very professional and accommodating! He works really hard to make sure your special day goes smoothly. Before the wedding, we had a meeting to go over everything on my planning form and it went great. He had a lot of helpful suggestions and the way it turned out on my wedding day was perfect! All my guests loved the music. He accommodated my special requests to release tables for food by song. Which was so cute and I loved it! He found songs I really wanted but didn't have immediately available. I mean, he went above and beyond. He even had a special surprise send off for us at the end of the night! Plus, he's just such a nice person! It's so refreshing to work with someone who treats you like you're important and not just another job. Thank you so much! You helped make our wedding day perfect and just like we hoped it would be!
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Travis Sent on 08/07/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Absolutely AMAZING!!!!!

We had the pleasure of hiring Joyful Sound Entertainment for our big day, and we really couldn't be more thrilled with the experience that they provided. From the moment we made our booking, the entire team was incredibly professional and accommodating with the special touches we wanted to make the day special. They took the time to understand both of our musical preferences and the general vibe we wanted at our wedding, On the big day, the DJ was honestly spectacular. He seamlessly blended the songs we wanted with a healthy mix of songs that kept the dance floor hot the entire night. The way the DJ read the room flawlessly, which resulted in an electrifying atmosphere throughout our reception. From our perspective, the transitions were smooth, and the music that was used really engaged the entire party, which was definitely confirmed when our guests heaped compliments on the DJ, his music selections, and his ability to keep people on the dance floor having fun! I highly recommend Joyful Sound Entertainments DJ services to ANY couple looking for talent, reliability, and a DJ who knows how to make a wedding truly memorable. THANK YOU JOYFUL SOUND!!!!!!!!!
TSEMG
Tsemg Sent on 04/17/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Fantastic and Remarkable

Last year I hired Allen from Joyful Sound Entertainment to perform at my wedding, and I was blown away by his performance. The music he played was fantastic and kept the dance floor packed all night long. he took song requests from guests and seamlessly incorporated them into the playlist.

In terms of professionalism, DJ Allen was top-notch. He arrived on time and was well-dressed. He communicated well with us and other vendors, and handled any unexpected issues with calm and professionalism.

The quality of his equipment was also impressive. The sound system was clear and well-balanced, and the lighting added to the overall atmosphere of the event.

Overall, I highly recommend DJ Allen from Joyful Sound Entertainment for any event. He exceeded our expectations and helped make our wedding day unforgettable.
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Doreen Sent on 04/16/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Excellent experience!


I just wanted to take a moment to share my thoughts on the DJ "Lionel" From Joyful Sound Entertainment at my wedding. Overall, I was really impressed with the DJ's performance and would definitely recommend them to anyone looking for a wedding DJ.

Firstly, Lionel AKA DJ C-low played a great mix of music that kept everyone dancing all night long. They did an excellent job of reading the crowd and playing songs that got people up on the dance floor. It was clear that they had put a lot of thought and effort into crafting the perfect playlist for the evening.

In addition, Lionel was very professional and easy to work with. They were responsive to our requests and worked closely with us to make sure that everything went smoothly. They also did a great job of making announcements throughout the night, such as introducing the wedding party and letting everyone know when it was time for speeches or the first dance.

Overall, I would highly recommend Lionel AKA DJ C-low from Joyful Sound Entertainment to anyone looking for a wedding DJ. They were professional, easy to work with, and played great music that kept everyone dancing all night long.


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Courtney Sent on 01/03/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Awesome DJ

DJ Jdot Rdot did a fantastic job!! He played all of our requested songs and made them flow perfect. He did a great job of hosting our New Year’s Eve wedding and kept the party in the dance floor!
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Brooke Sent on 08/29/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Review of Joyful sound

This DJ was absolutely phenomenal. He was very responsive and supportive. He made this night the best night of our lives. He will provide the best DJ experience you’ve ever had.
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