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About

Spark Entertainment Group is a boutique entertainment collective founded by the award winning, well reviewed and highly recommended DJ D. Jones. From our DJs, live musicians to our warehouse A/V team, we all share the same belief that your event can be better.

We specialize in planning and playing some of the best weddings, corporate events and upscale private parties for discerning clients.

Our clients are unique with an appreciation for a boutique bespoke entertainment experience that is custom tailored to their vibe.

Rather you are working with us to create a DJ/Hybrid band, planning a custom DJ set with our world class DJs or creating an intimate dinner set with our live musicians, we are here to create an entertainment experience designed around you.

Experience

Owner DJ D. Jones selectively began playing at weddings in 2013 and lauched the Spark Entertainment Group in 2019 after his demand contiued to grow beyond his availability.

He's done VIP parties for Madonna, Maroon 5, Marc Anthony, One Direction, Matt Forte of the Chicago Bears, and Hall of Fame NHL hockey legend Chris Chelios. He has been named one of the top 10 wedding DJs in Chicago by Expertise.com for seven years running and is a six-time WeddingWire’s Couples’ Choice Award winner.

His elite team of career DJs have all been hand-picked and trained by DJ D. Jones.

Services Offered

Our client relations manager will meet with you for an informativer zoom consultation. During this meeting, we''ll learn more about your vision for your day and what makes you and your partner unique. Packages are available along with bespoke services for a truly customized wedding.

Services include:

  • DJ / MC
  • Hybrid Band combining DJ and Live musicians (Drummer, Violinist & Guitarist)
  • Personal online wedding planning account
  • Ceremony & Cocktail sound
  • High-Quality Sub Woofer Enhanced Audio
  • Designer LED backlit DJ booths
  • Intelligent Motorized LED Dance Floor Lighting
  • Professional Club Standard DJ equipment
  • Wireless lapel and hand-held microphones
  • Photo booth
  • One Million in Liability insurance
  • Free setup and breakdown times
  • Destination Weddings
  • Bespoke services

Spark Entertainment Group - formerly known as Weddings By D. Jones

Now Booking 2024 - 2025 Weddings

  • Black-owned
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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
Travel Expenses

What is the starting price for uplighting?

$40

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?

Microphones
Photobooth
Projector
Sound/PA System
Uplighting

Reviews of Spark Entertainment Group

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Spark Entertainment Group is highly praised for professional, organized planning and clear communication. Their DJs and live musicians consistently kept the dance floor packed, flawlessly reading crowds and handling transitions and last-minute changes. Extras like photo booths and uplighting were seamless. Reviewers strongly recommend them.

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Spark Entertainment Group is highly praised for professional, organized planning and clear communication. Their DJs and live musicians consistently kept the dance floor packed, flawlessly reading crowds and handling transitions and last-minute changes. Extras like photo booths and uplighting were seamless. Reviewers strongly recommend them.

Alyza
Alyza Sent on 06/25/2026
5 out of 5 rating

The best dj

We cannot recommend Spark Entertainment Group enough! DJ Sik Wit It absolutely exceeded every expectation and played such a huge role in making our wedding unforgettable.

From the very beginning, the team was incredibly responsive, organized, and so easy to work with. They took the time to understand exactly the kind of atmosphere we wanted, and on our wedding day, they absolutely delivered.

Our dance floor was PACKED all night long. Every song flowed perfectly, the transitions were seamless, and the energy never dropped. So many of our guests have told us it was one of the most fun weddings they’ve ever been to, and a huge part of that was because of the music and the incredible job our DJ did reading the crowd.

Not only was the music amazing, but the entire team was professional, personable, and helped everything run so smoothly. They made the reception feel effortless, allowing us to truly enjoy every moment.

Thank you, DJ Sik Wit It and the entire Spark Entertainment Group team, for making our wedding one we’ll never forget. If you’re looking for a DJ who knows how to keep the party going and create an unforgettable experience, this is it! We would choose you again in a heartbeat!
Ryan
Ryan Sent on 06/15/2026
5 out of 5 rating

You HAVE to go with Spark Entertainment!

Our DJ absolutely crushed it! If you're looking for a wedding DJ, it's a no-brainer! You HAVE to go with Sparks Entertainment Group. Music was going to be a massive part of our day, and we needed the DJ to be on point. They exceeded our expectations and played a huge part in making our wedding unforgettable.

From the start of the day to the very end, DJ Pharaoh was everything we asked for and more. The entire planning process was incredibly detailed and organized. The whole Sparks Entertainment Group made sure everyone was on the same page and truly catered to our wants and needs.

We provided a playlist for cocktail hour and the reception, and DJ Pharaoh took it from there. He perfectly read the crowd and kept the dance floor packed all night long. We loved the way he handled every part of the evening and made the entire experience seamless and so much fun.
M
Martin Sent on 05/04/2026
5 out of 5 rating

The goats!

We cannot stress enough how awesome it was to work with the entire team. DJ Pharaoh (Anthony Mitchell) KILLED it from ceremony to reception! We received so many compliments about his professionalism and craftsmanship. We gave him an impossible task of navigating a 300+ song reception playlist and he managed to perfectly blend every kind of vibe we were looking for at the exact times we wanted them. The mixing was off the charts!

Secondly, a MASSIVE thanks to DJ D. Jones (Duerell) for helping make this process so enjoyable and stress-free. He was tremendously communicative throughout and helped make us feel so at ease right from the start. We'd recommend Spark to absolutely EVERYONE looking for a wedding DJ.

-Molly & Marty Fenn
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Emily Sent on 04/28/2026
5 out of 5 rating

World class DJ experience!

DJ D. Jones and The Spark Entertainment Group are world class. The communication, planning, and execution was flawless and everything was handled in a friendly, professional manner. They coordinated with our location seamlessly. We are very grateful to work with them for our afterparty.

DJ Pharoah made our afterparty incredibly fun, and the vibe he curated was exactly what we were looking for! It was the perfect grand finale to our special wedding weekend.
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Delia Sent on 03/19/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Our dream of a packed dancefloor all night long? Spark Entertainment made it happen.

Booking Spark Entertainment was one of the best decisions we made for our wedding, and we would make it again without a second thought. From the very first planning conversation to the final song of the night, the entire team delivered in every possible way.

DJ D Jones was an invaluable partner during the planning process. He helped us work through timeline details and gave us thoughtful, honest feedback on our song selections — not just validating our choices, but actually helping us build a playlist tailored to our specific guests. He understood what we were going for and helped us get there strategically.

On the day itself, DJ Johnny was everything we could have asked for in an MC. He was polished, professional, and kept the energy exactly where it needed to be all evening. When last-minute changes came up — as they always do at weddings — he handled them without missing a beat. No stress, no disruption, just seamless execution.

Most importantly, DJ Johnny read the dancefloor with remarkable instinct. He knew exactly when to shift the energy, when to lean in, and how to keep people moving. Our dancefloor was packed from the first song to the last — and in the days after the wedding, nearly every guest we talked to mentioned how much fun they had and what an incredible time they had dancing the night away.

If you want a team that brings both professionalism and genuine passion to your wedding, Spark Entertainment is the answer. We cannot recommend them highly enough.
Jacob
Jacob Sent on 03/17/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Outstanding DJ - Seamless from Start to Finish

We had a fantastic experience with Spark Entertainment and couldn’t be happier with how everything turned out. From start to finish, they were professional, organized, and easy to work with. The music was spot-on throughout the entire event, the flow of the evening was smooth, and everything ran exactly as planned.
They did a great job reading the room and keeping the energy up on the dance floor while also handling announcements and transitions seamlessly. We received multiple compliments from guests on the music and overall vibe of the reception.
Highly recommend Spark Entertainment to anyone looking for a reliable, high-quality wedding DJ who truly delivers. Everything went perfectly!
Emily
Emily Sent on 11/18/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing, talented, attentive DJ and musicians!

DJ D. Jones and Spark Entertainment Group were INCREDIBLE in so many ways. The DJ/emcee plays a HUGE role on wedding day and we feel so lucky that they were so wonderful. We are a month out and still getting compliments from our guests about how good the DJ was.
We heard about DJ D. Jones and Spark Entertainment Group from our planners, who had worked with them many times before. When we reached out to a few groups, Spark Entertainment Group stood out immediately -- the slides were thoughtfully made and transparent, and it was clear they would work to make your event the best. I could go on and on, but here are the best parts of the experience:
1) DJ D. Jones is an AMAZING DJ. He met with us several times to understand exactly what we wanted, and he executed it perfectly. I would consider him more of an artist/musician, because he was actively remixing each song and transitioned each song into the next song so seamlessly. He is very attentive to how the crowd reacts to each song. The whole night, he played the perfect song at the perfect time [per our list], and he plays the best part of each song too. We got so many compliments about how he was actively remixing each song as he played them too. He clearly does a lot of preparation to understand your recommended songs so he can create the perfect dance floor experience.
2) We also added the electric violin for our ceremony and cocktail hour and the saxaphone for the dance floor. They were so talented, skilled, and professional. I'd highly recommend any of the musicians.
3) We also rented the photobooth and it was amazing! Everything ran smoothly, they finalized the template with us in advance, and the photos are really high quality. Our guests loved it.
4) Administratively, they are VERY responsive and extremely receptive to any requests or feedback you have. DJ D. Jones also did a great job of asking about the space in order to make sure he brings all the necessary equipment. We really appreciated the lapel mic and hand held mic that our officiant used.

We have endless gratitude for DJ D. Jones/Spark Entertainment group because they truly played a huge role in making our wedding amazing.
Clifton
Clifton Sent on 10/15/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Superb professionalism!

We were happy with the attention to detail regarding our musical cultural considerations. Our DJ did a great job getting our guests involved during our introduction and announcements. We were very happy with the overall outcome.
S
Stephen Sent on 10/13/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Good Vibes with Duerell

From the very first call, DJ Duerell was great to work with. We appreciated that we met with Duerell initially and he was the DJ for our wedding. Communication during the entire planning process was clear, he was flexible with scheduling calls during our chaotic work week, and the planning meetings were efficient. Most importantly, Duerell did a fantastic job getting the vibe right for our reception. We wanted to do club remixes of classics, pop, and mix in a little EDM. He did a wonderful job - Took our song recommendations seriously, read the vibes of the party, remixed song after song, and our guests loved it!
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Patty Sent on 09/10/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Best experience!

We had the BEST experience with Spark Entertainment Group for our wedding! From the very beginning, working with DJ D Jones was such a breeze—he made the planning process smooth and easy, always replying quickly and staying on top of everything. It gave us so much peace of mind knowing we were in such good hands.
And DJ Sik Wit It… wow! He absolutely crushed it. He completely nailed the vibe we wanted and kept the dance floor packed the entire night. Our guests are still raving about how much fun they had! On top of that, he managed last-minute changes during speeches so professionally that we didn’t have to worry about a thing.
We can’t say enough good things about Spark Entertainment Group and DJ Sik Wit It. They truly made our night unforgettable, and we’d recommend them a thousand times over!
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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2026 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2024 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2023 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2022 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2021 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2020 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2019 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2018 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2017 Winner

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