Derek was the best DJ, and I truly don't believe our wedding reception would have been possible without him. From our first zoom meeting, Derek made my husband and I feel comfortable and confident with his vision for our party. He described himself as a chef, that will cook something delicious with the ingredients we give him! Not only did he create a fantastic setlist, he also helped with vendor coordination and setup at the venue (Derek, this was above and beyond, and we are so grateful for all the work you put in on our big day!) He kept the night running smoothly by acting as MC - giving introductions for speeches, making announcements, and dismissing tables for dinner. I wish we could have another wedding just to hire him again!

Derek was fantastic to work with. We didn't have a strong idea of what we wanted for various parts of the wedding, and he provided very strong recommendations all throughout. Additionally, during dancing, he kept the energy on the dance floor throughout the entire night, and we've had multiple friends come up to us afterward to compliment his work and keep the dance floor alive.

We were referred to Derek by the wedding coordinator for our daughter’s wedding; and just have to say, I owe her a debt of gratitude. Throughout the planning, Derek was kind, patient and very knowledgeable about music and how to encourage guests to join the dance floor. His music selections were incredible and his energetic personality lit up the room. He also provided uplighting, creating an ambiance fitting for a romantic wedding reception. Guests commented on Derek’s skill as a great DJ. We are so pleased he was part of our daughter’s special day.

We absolutely loved working with Derek. He took time to comb through our long list of more obscure song requests and absolutely delivered. His knowledge of music is broad, and his ability to read a room is excellent. He came prepared for the known and the unknown. For instance, after an emotional speech from the father of the groom referencing a beloved childhood song, Derek used his prowess as a DJ to jump straight into that song as the dinner started.

Derek took time before and during the event to check in with us and our coordinator regarding less nailed-down details. In short, Derek was a vital part of our wedding, helping to set the perfect level of ambiance for different portions of our night.

Simply put, there is no better option out there for a wedding DJ. Derek does such an amazing job at making sure your vibe is translated onto the dance floor. He's a true master of the craft of DJing and that is coming from a fellow DJ that tours for a living (so you know I'm going to be picky). Beyond the music, he's an incredible MC and orchestrator and makes sure the night flows as smoothly as possible. From the day we booked him, he was always available to answer any questions/assist with anything we needed for our big day. Don't hesitate, make sure you hire The Block Party for your big day!

When we filled out our questionnaire for Derek, we described the music we wanted as “hot jams.” Derek knew exactly what we meant! We didn’t want cheesy wedding music, but a mix of fun throw backs from the 90s/early 00s and current hits. I actually cannot believe how packed it stayed throughout the whole night! We have gotten so many comments from our guests about how fun the wedding was and how great the music was. Derek was instrumental in helping us throw the best wedding!

The Block Party exceeded our expectations like we couldn’t believe. Derek is amazing… from jumping in to running a rehearsal, setting up a brand new space, and mixing tunes! Thank you Derek for your expertise, warmth, and skill! 10/10 would recommend!

If we could give Derek 10 stars we would! He was the first vendor we booked and we were so happy he was available and agreed to travel in! Over the course of wedding planning, he was there to answer any questions and help us plan our day to allow us to soak in special moments and be with all of our guests. Then on our wedding day, I really can't say enough positive things. He made us feel so loved and supported. The dance floor and music was very important to us and Derek executed the vision perfectly, playing music for all ages. We can't recommend him enough, wish we could hear him play every weekend.

Derek was, without a doubt, the heart and soul of our wedding! Music was one of the most important aspects of our day, and Derek delivered beyond our wildest dreams. From the ceremony to cocktail hour and then the best reception we could have ever imagined, Derek ensured every moment was soundtracked perfectly. His mixes were fresh, creative, and powerful, taking everyone on a musical journey that had us practically ascending to another plane on the dance floor! We even had friends who’ve been to 15-20 weddings say ours was the best they’d ever attended, and they couldn’t stop talking about how incredible the music and atmosphere were.

Not only did he keep the dance floor packed all night, but Derek was an outstanding MC. He engaged our guests, kept the energy high, and added a personal touch that made everyone feel like they were part of something truly special. He seamlessly bridged generational gaps, making our entire crowd feel united. And when he played the Subtronics remix of "Runaway (U&I)" and mixed in tracks like “7 Nation Army” with “Where You Are,” it felt like we were at a once-in-a-lifetime festival. At my request he even included Spooky Scary Skeletons, Thriller, Ghostbusters, and more in an unforgettable spooky mix that was AWESOME. The final hour was pure magic!

Derek didn’t just show up to DJ — he went above and beyond as a true partner in bringing our vision to life. He was our coordinator, our support system, and, honestly, our friend. His passion and dedication were evident every step of the way, and his encouragement kept us going on what was a busy day. Planning a wedding is stressful - it's likely the first and last time you plan an event on this scale, but Derek made it easy, and his experience was indispensable.

We now consider Derek our personal bard, and if you’re lucky enough to hire him, please take good care of him! Derek transformed our wedding into an unforgettable experience, and we’d go to battle for him any day. Thank you, Derek, for giving us memories we’ll cherish forever!

We knew Derek was going to be awesome based on all of our calls with him leading up to our wedding day, but he completely blew us away. All we wanted was to have our dance floor packed and he did not disappoint. He played banger after banger and kept everyone dancing all night long. Derek was also so kind and patient with us, answering all of our questions with ease and providing advice wherever he could. We truly did not want the night to end and that was 100% due to Derek's incredible talent. Look no further and hire him NOW!!