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    A soundtrack we'll remember forever!

    James and Aaron were instrumental to the success of our wedding day. From the large playlist we shared, they quickly understood our taste and curated music that made the day feel personal for us and meaningful for our guests. We especially appreciated the time they took to get to know us during our initial conversation, along with the thoughtful guidance they offered on details that ultimately elevated the overall experience. We would confidently recommend Ceremony DJs to anyone looking for a team that delivers an exceptional soundtrack.
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    Best wedding DJ!

    James is a total professional and a master of their craft! We loved the aesthetic and sound of the vinyl sets; it felt so much more personal and intentional than a standard wedding DJ. When planning our wedding, great music was one of the most important things and we specifically wanted someone who spun vinyl, James absolutely delivered. He created an incredible atmosphere during dinner and then transitioned into a full-on dance party. The dance floor was packed from the first song to the last, and we had multiple guests tell us they loved the music. James was easy to work with, understood our 'must-plays,' and made the night unforgettable, we are so happy we picked him!
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    Excellent DJs!

    True music lovers and kind people! They were very involved from the beginning and helped us tailor our playlists so our wedding felt bespoke to us.
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    Alexa Sent on 12/31/2025
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    Book them now!

    The team took several hours to meet with us, carefully combed our playlist, coordinated flawless timing of music in our ceremony, and made our wedding dance floor the only place to be! No one sat down all night, thank you!
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    The only choice if you want the music to be right

    PSA: you should only hire Ceremony DJs if you want the music to be the highlight of your wedding. So many of our friends and family told us that the music blew them away. From the beginning of our cocktail hour to the last song, Benji threw down... all while staying within the parameters of the music that we like and providing a ton of variety along the way. He would also chatting with some of our drunk friends that just wanted to nerd out about music and vinyl; truly a great emcee and entertainer. He did a great job of reading the room and keeping the energy high -- exactly what we wanted.

    Working with Benji and Jamie leading up to the wedding was both enjoyable and easy. They didn't put too much pressure on us to curate a perfect playlist or anything like that. They made it clear from the beginning that you can really give them as much direction as you want. Trust them; they are true professionals who know what they're doing. I would recommend them to anyone planning a wedding where the music is truly a point of emphasis.
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    Most fire wedding DJ ever

    James was literally the best DJ we could have asked for. He met with me and my husband multiple times to talk through music, how the ceremony, cocktail hour, reception, etc would flow, curated playlists with us, and best of all - spun vinyl. We wanted so many different types of music (literally nothing mainstream or basic), and he made it flow so easily. Our friends still talk about how he was the best music dj at any wedding hands down. We cannot recommend him enough.
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    Angelo Sent on 12/31/2025
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    Controlled the vibes!

    James was amazing throughout the whole planning process and delivered amazing results on the day of our wedding! Our friends still talk about the music to this day!
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    Immaculately prepared, and great vibes!

    Jamie and his team at Ceremony DJs are consummate professionals. We were looking for someone to curate the vibe for our laid back wedding, and they brought exactly what we were looking for! At our first meeting, Jamie and Benji came prepared with what was clearly comprehensive, hard-earned knowledge about all of the complexities of coordinating weddings, along with in-depth knowledge of soul music. They were ready to plan for every contingency, and happy to talk us through even things we hadn't thought of before.

    On our wedding day, Benji ran through an incredible set of music that was exactly what we were looking for. All of our guests were thrilled with the music selection, and the experience that they had. If I had another event, I would be overjoyed to work with this crew again.
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    Do yourself a favor and hire Ceremony DJs

    Do yourself a favor and hire Ceremony DJs. They’re the real deal. Benji was our DJ, and he is a master of his craft. Without hesitation, I will go to them first for any future event.
    Things start moving the moment you hire them. In the months leading up to the event, we had several very productive meetings with Jamie and Benji. Not only do they help you pick your music, but from their years of experience, they give tons of advice on planning and scheduling the actual wedding. In fact, our general outline for the events of the actual wedding came from their suggestions! This is super important since every phase of the wedding is accompanied by music to some degree, and they are very deliberate about how they pair the music with each phase.
    The actual process of picking music is super fun. Jamie and Benji are SUPER passionate about music of all genres. They met with us several times to gauge our taste both at a high level and for specific artists and songs. They also asked about our family and friends’ tastes, and how we wanted to incorporate that. Ultimately, we provided multiple lists of songs to fit each phase of the wedding (cocktail hour, ceremony, dancing, etc…) and asked Benji to fill in additional songs that fit the vibe. All in all, it was a seamless and super fun process.
    Their professionalism, planning, and organization was top tier the day of the wedding. Everything went SO smoothly. We were worrying about 100 different things, but Benji was not one of them. All he needed was a table and he took care of the rest (setting up multiple speakers, lights, soundcheck, etc…). He’s clearly done this countless times. He came hours before the guests arrived, and for teardown, he stayed hours after they left, both of which were seamless.
    Now let’s talk about Benji as a DJ. He’s a master who’s been DJing at a high level for decades. I can’t think of a single thing I would change about his set (which technically lasted 6 hours, from start until the end of the dancing). He really set the vibe of our wedding, catering to our specific taste while enhancing the beautiful setting of our backyard wedding. Even the small things were perfect, such as the music/microphone volumes, transitions of music to and from the speeches, etc… I would love to have Benji as a DJ for any future event.
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    Worth every penny!

    Highly recommend Ceremony DJs! Our DJ, Benji, was amazing! He struck the perfect balance of playing the songs we requested while sprinkling in music we didn't even know we wanted but perfectly set the vibe on the dance floor. He had everything we wanted on vinyl and had a really good feel for the dance floor and when to play more of a genre or transition to something else. All of our guests were raving about him at the end of the night!

    Benji and Jamie are also incredibly organized and met with us multiple times (+ an on-site) before the wedding, helping us to dial in our timing, sequencing, and music choices.
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    Well worth the money

    Besides good food, good music was one of the most important things to us for our wedding. Ceremony DJs delivered. 



    We wanted to have vinyls for our day as one of our special details. When we finally found Ceremony DJs, we were so happy to hear that they had an extensive roster that extended to Los Angeles. During our initial call, James carefully explained key songs that we should be aware of and what those should be to us. He also took the time to understand what vibe or music genres we liked and wanted for each part of the day. We gave him and Eddie a general idea of what we were looking for, trusted their taste, and they completely nailed it.



    Day-off, Eddie was amazing. He set up everything audio-related without a problem, including mics and the right equipment for our officiant and live singers. Everything was executed to perfection and the music honestly made the night! My husband and I were even Shazamming the songs during the reception because we loved the song choices so much! :P We got so many compliments on the music from our friends and family. Initially, we debated spending on a DJ but it was worth every penny.
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    LA wedding Jams

    Music was one of the most important parts of our wedding, and Ceremony DJs exceeded every expectation.

    We knew we wanted vinyl to be a special detail, and once we connected with Ceremony DJs, it was clear we were in great hands. James took the time to walk us through key moments, understand our taste, and help shape the vibe for the day.

    On the wedding day, Eddie handled all audio flawlessly, from the ceremony mics to live singers. The music selection was S-class. We regret not purchasing the package with the recording of the set and speeches. We received amazing feedback and compliments from our guests. We initially debated investing in a DJ, but Ceremony DJs were absolutely worth it.

    Thank you James and Eddie!!
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    Zach Sent on 09/28/2025
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    Professional yet authentic.

    Working with James and Aaron was an amazing experience from start to finish. They’re super knowledgeable yet receptive to your taste and preferences, and are also able to guide you through what can be a very intimidating wedding planning process! They bring professionalism together with a sense of authenticity that separates them from others. With big thanks to them, the music, dance floor lighting, and vibes at our wedding were impeccable.
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    "The best music we've ever heard at a wedding"

    Jamie was great at our wedding! He played great music the entire night that matched the vibe and energy of us and our guests - without having to give him a song by song playlist (our friends actually told us it was the best music they have ever heard at a wedding). He was easy to work with, and clearly passionate about his craft. The dance floor was truly the highlight of the night. Other than a couple snags with the mic during the ceremony, everything went on without a hitch.. and his sound system is incredible. We would definitely hire him again!
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    Benji and Ceremony DJs: The Perfect Soundtrack to Our Dream Wedding!

    We recently got married and had Benji from Ceremony DJs handling the music for the rehearsal dinner and the big day—he was fantastic! The music all weekend was spot-on, keeping the energy high and everyone dancing. Benji's such a great guy, a true professional, and we were thrilled to have him there.

    From the beginning, working with Benji and James was excellent—they broke down the whole wedding flow step by step, no rush, and really excelled at curating playlists that fit us and our crowd perfectly. They put in serious effort to make it all feel personal.

    Our friends and family kept complimenting the DJ being top-notch, A+ all the way, and we're still hearing about it weeks later. Benji's energy and smooth mixes had the dance floor packed non-stop. If you're looking for a DJ who's truly talented and super dedicated, go with Ceremony DJs. Benji, thanks for making our weekend epic!
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    Absolutely incredible experience start to finish

    Benji absolutely crushed it at our wedding. He was so attentive to our music tastes and the vibe we wanted for our dancefloor. He and James met with us a bunch of times ahead of time and came out for a site visit. All of our guests were raving about him and many said he was the best wedding DJs they had heard. He has almost everything you want on vinyl and is also just a great presence on the dance floor as he really pays attention to what is going on and the energy in the room. Could not recommend Benji enough (and James and the whole team who were so helpful with planning).
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    11/10 recommend!

    Jamie absolutely KILLED it at our wedding at The Sea Ranch Lodge. He really took the time to get to know our unique tastes—every part of the event, from welcome party to ceremony to after party, was truly perfect and truly us. Even my family members who like a totally different style of music were dancing all night! Our guests absolutely loved him. 11/10 recommend!
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    Unforgettably Excellent!

    We just had our wedding and both of us were thrilled by the quality of the DJ!! He took the time to talk with us about our music tastes, special song requests, order of operations of the event, and we asked him to help us flesh out the playlist with some recommendations based on our music tastes, and he nailed it. The night went so smoothly, the music was perfectly timed for each portion of the wedding! There were no audio or mic related glitches or hiccups of any kind, no high pitch feedback, no mistakes. My wife and I feel lucky to have found these guys.

    Also, they were totally professional, our DJ was not heavy handed or bossy during the wedding. He never demanded people get on the dance floor, he let the music do that, and it worked beautifully.

    Incredible DJ, 10/10, thank you guys again for the stellar job!
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    They killed it!

    James and Aaron form Ceremony DJ's really killed it! I cannot express how satisfied I was with their attention to detail and the live DJ'ing and mixing during the event. They really pay attention to your needs and don't throw any curveballs. Easiest and most professional vendor to work with. They have an amazing music taste and managed to mix my alt/goth rock faves with my family's Russian/euro disco favorites ... and it was a complete success! Can't recommend them enough!
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    Awesome DJ's for Curated Dance Playlist!

    We worked with James and Benji for a wedding in October and they are absolutely amazing. James had a really in depth call with the bride that we were able to sit in on where he went into detail about their curated music style with really interesting questions about all of their tastes and the family. They were able to take songs that might not normally be dance songs, and spin them so they totally got people up on the floor! On the wedding day Benji was a dream, arrived early and had fantastic equipement, we had a disco ball and lighting through them as well. We had really intense weather circumstances with rain but he didn't seem phased by it at all and just kept things going with our team. There were some odd timeline/flow requests as well and could throw off a DJ normally, he just went with the flow with grace and professionalism. He had people DANCING! As a wedding planner we know how key a great DJ is and would absolutely love to work with this team again. On a day that was stressful to plan due to other elements (challenging venue and weather) it was so amazing to work with Ceremony DJ's. We love these guys!
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    Awesome DJs!

    I recently hired Ceremony DJs and couldn’t be happier with the experience. Their song selection was awesome, perfectly catering to our tastes. They were incredibly responsive throughout the planning process, making it easy to communicate our vision. Overall, a fantastic DJ who made our special day even more memorable! Highly recommend!
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    Choose Ceremony for your Ceremony (and everything else!)

    So many amazing things to say about Ceremony DJs, from the stellar introduction from Jamie to the end result: an unforgettable dance party. When we got started, Jamie took the time to set expectations, share the unique elements that set apart Ceremony DJs (like that they compensate their DJs fairly and competitively), and describe their SUPER impressive list of artists on both digital and vinyl. Then after learning about our musical tastes, he identified a perfect DJ - Benji - to help us out that day. We got so many compliments from our guests about the music and so much of that credit goes to Benji who expertly crafted set lists that drew from our favorite artists. We can’t recommend Ceremony highly enough! Two thumbs up!
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    Crushed our wedding!

    Ceremony DJs did a great job for our wedding! James was easy to talk to and a great guy. Aaron DJed our wedding and was on point logistically and tore up the dance floor. Highly recommend!
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    Get’s the party started!

    James is the guy to get the party started at your wedding! He was super easy to work with and he seamlessly integrated our eclectic music taste to get everyone on the dance floor. You won’t be disappointed by bringing him to your wedding/party!
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    A Ceremony for the Ages!

    We truly enjoyed working with James. My wife and and I both felt that Benji interpreted our requests and added the perfect amount of his own knowledge to create a dance list that was wonderful. We also enjoyed his energy and looking at the gear. Many of the guests commented how much they enjoyed the music and its presentation. My wife and I will be sure to recommend you whenever possible and will be looking for a reason to have an anniversary dance with you at the helm!
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    Awesome wedding dj!

    I can’t say enough good things about these guys. James is so incredibly responsive, professional, and easy to work with, not to mention super fun and passionate about music! He did an amazing job handling all the sound for our wedding and our dj Benji absolutely killed it with the music and all our guests loved the live vinyl set. Look no further for a kickass wedding dj!
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    Best spins ever, a pleasure to work with before and during my wedding!

    I can’t say enough about Jamie and Benji (my ceremony DJ)! They helped my now-husband and I coordinate for the event of our lifetimes. Both were incredibly professional, thoughtful, detail-oriented, guest-oriented, and YOU-oriented. Benji did an awesome job spinning throughout the night and keeping everything on a tight schedule. I am looking forward to the next opportunity I get to work with Ceremony DJs!
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    Vinyl Forever - Ceremony Brings the Vibes

    Ceremony DJs did an incredible job with our recent wedding! We worked with Jamie, and enjoyed the entire process. We had multiple calls ahead of the wedding with him where he asked a bunch of questions to learn about our taste, our vision, and our family and friend’s tastes. He drove down from SF to the South Bay for a site visit to make sure there were no venue surprises and everything looked good.
    He was clearly invested in making sure that not only we but also all of our guests had a great time and that everyone hit the dance floor.
    As an indie music lover, I loved that I could trust Jamie to make my eclectic request list work! He played everything from Cocteau Twins to The Chicks to Donna Summer to MUNA to Talking Heads, and made it all work. I really felt like the wedding music from pre-ceremony to the end of the night reflected my taste and both of us received compliments from guests and family.
    Jamie nailed MC duties and killed it on the decks too. It was a treat to get an all-vinyl dance set and guests were super impressed! I would absolutely recommend Ceremony DJs to any couple looking for wedding music with a personality that really feels like them - and if you don’t know, trust Jamie to help you figure it out.
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    Susan Sent on 03/01/2024
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    Hire Ceremony DJs

    I will say without shame that my husband and I are a little snobby about music. Early in the planning process when we discussed what we wanted to hear at our wedding we agreed that we didn't want a "wedding DJ" at all...we wanted a good DJ who would just happen to be playing at our wedding. (No offense to Earth, Wind, & Fire, but if we never heard "September" ever again, it would suit us just fine.) With this as our North Star, we started looking and were mostly disappointed in the selection, until we found Ceremony DJs.

    I admit that I first reached out to Ceremony because I noticed they used a New Order album cover as their cover photo, and I assumed from this that they'd be cool. Well, I was right.

    From the moment my husband and I first spoke with Jamie Guzzi, we knew we were being understood and that our music was in good hands. Although his company is based in San Francisco, Jamie has connections in cities all up and down the West Coast and are expanding Eastward. Jamie hooked us up with an LA-local DJ, Aaron Castle, and we had an hours-long conversation about the music that shaped us, the artists we love the most, and what we definitely, not under any circumstances, did not want to hear. It was like having drinks with new friends and by the end, we were convinced we'd made exactly the right choice.

    On the day of the event, Aaron ran sound at the ceremony, set the vibe at the cocktail hour, and kept the dance floor packed at the reception. All night people were coming up to my husband and I to rave about the musical selections.

    My husband and I could not be happier with this vendor and we would recommend them to anyone. If you care about music, hire Ceremony DJs.
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    Perfection

    From our very first phone call with owner James to midnight on our wedding night with DJ Aaron we couldn't have been happier or more fulfilled than with Ceremony DJs. They managed to strike an almost impossible balance catering to our particular music tastes while ensuring over 150 guests danced all night. They were professional and personable, and each step of the way we felt completely cared for and attended to. We had very specific music cues during our ceremony and Aaron nailed every one.

    And they’re affordable!

    I'm lucky and honored that they were a vital part of my wedding and would enthusiastically recommend them for yours. Also, our wedding was in LA, so if you're not in San Francisco don't let that stop you from reaching out to them.
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    Not your stereotypical wedding DJ!

    We hired Ceremony DJ's for our wedding and they did an excellent job. We had an initial meeting w/ Benji (our DJ) and Jamie (the founder) to discuss what musical vibe we are going for. Their knowledge of music is extensive, these guys know their stuff. You will get something different than the typical "Wedding songs", and they don't just click play on a playlist and walk away - they were actively DJing the whole night. Their catalogue is extensive (90+ page document!). We got a ton of compliments on the music from our guests. We opted for the disco ball upgrade (it is giant!) and the upgraded sound package (definitely worth it). Jamie has done a ton of weddings, so he had good advice regarding the general flow of the day, what key songs to pick, and other useful tips. Music is really important to us, and Ceremony DJ's nailed the vibe of the day.

    Our wedding was a ton of fun, and we would hire them again in a heartbeat.
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    I am sure they are the best wedding DJs around! Don't hesitate to book them and let them help make your wedding day the best day of your life!

    I really don't think I could have found better people than James and Benji from Ceremony DJs to prepare an awesome playlist for our wedding. Benji was the one DJing on the day of our wedding. Working with them was definitely, by far, the most fun part of the wedding planning activities! James and Benji really exceeded my expectations by a lot... I knew they were going to be good, but what they ended up delivering was pure magic. They worked really hard into assembling a perfect playlist for our wedding, and they really put a lot of thoughts into it, and they definitely cared about us. Their passion of music really shined during the months leading up to our wedding and on the day of. I was so impressed by their extensive knowledge of music through so many genres and decades. Having a DJ who could spin actual vinyls was a must for me, and I liked that they could also pull up digital files seamlessly if needed.

    They definitely helped a lot in making our wedding day the best of our lives so far. We met over video a couple times before the wedding to discuss our musical preferences, where they asked us about bands and artists' names we liked. They 100% listened to our suggestions, and I never felt judged, and they were able to mix both our musical preferences together on the day of. She likes more commercial stuff like Bruno Mars, OneRepublic, etc. I'm into less known stuff like Four Tet, Bonobo, Darkside, Tim Hecker, Burial, Cigarettes After Sex, Kiasmos, Caribou, Chromatics, Dixon, Pachanga Boys, Leon Vynehall, Frankie Knuckles, etc. We also gave them a Spotify list containing about 200 songs in total to help preparing the final playlist (it was actually really hard for me to keep it down to so few, I had twice as many songs at first and even then, I had to limit myself). I really enjoyed preparing a list of my favorite songs, it was nice to dive back into some stuff I hadn't listened to for 2 decades.

    I think they must have played all the songs we requested on the day of, and Benji who was spinning vinyls for us that day and evening (4:45pm to 11:15pm) even found a way to play some more really good songs that was not in our initial playlist, including hip-hop and rap classics that I had actually taken out of my final playlist to try and reduce it somewhat. I also loved that he sprinkled over the whole thing some good Indie Rock, for which I had not given enough suggestions. The after-dinner party was so epic, everyone was having a blast on the dance floor, even my uncle and auntie who are older than 60 years old were bouncing up and down with us!

    My only regret is that my wife and I had to go away to take pictures during the reception, so we missed out on that part of the party and couldn't listen to the songs Benji played at that time. But it sounded really good when we left to take wedding pictures away from the reception area, and when we came back to the reception, things were absolutely grooving! Another thing is that our wedding was at the Palace in SF, and they forced us to leave at around 11:15pm, and I feel like we were just getting started, it felt so good I could have kept dancing until the early morning. It even turned into a late 90's/early 2000's rave for a little bit at some point when he played some of my more obscure Techno and almost Trance-like suggestions, and it would have been so epic to keep going all night! The vibe was there for sure, and the part when he played some classic house was so fun too and made me relive some of the best parties I have been to through the years!

    I think the best part is that Benji even accepted to play some of my vinyls that I had brought to the Palace, and when he slapped on Your Hand in Mine by Explosions in the Sky as we were sitting down for dinner, I almost cried of happiness, it felt like a dream. One of my sisters and my mom actually said those words exactly, that the wedding day and evening felt like a movie, just like a dream.

    This magical day actually made me want to hire them again to throw a party at some point! I would love to see what they could do with a carte blanche, without giving them so many suggestions, but instead let them work their magic with total freedom.

    I will be recommending James and Benji at Ceremony DJs very strongly to friends and family... it would also be so damn nice to experience them DJing again at another event!
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    Don't think twice, book them!

    Benji djed our wedding in September, and it was the dance party of our dreams!
    We knew from the start we were in for a party, beginning with my husband having a 2 hour "music nerd" zoom call as we planned our wedding from Philadelphia. My husband having been a dj and in music production, has his own very impressive vinyl collection, so this was important to him.
    They met us at the venue a few months ahead of time and figured out sound and lighting for various settings.
    Day of was so smooth... one of my favorite moments was how perfectly timed the beat dropped as we recessed from ceremony! Out of movie!
    Cocktail hour and dinner was wonderful in the way he created the vibe without overpowering the moment.
    The DANCE PARTY was next level! Everyone on the dance floor til 2am!!
    Honestly the best, I could not recommend Ceremony Djs more! Hire them, don't think twice!
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    10/10 highly recommend! :)

    If you have a niche musical taste and the music is of the highest importance for your reception, I highly recommend booking Ceremony DJs. We were very particular about what we did and did not want to play at our wedding, and James absolutely knocked it out of the park for us. He spent time with us going over our individual music tastes as well as the music tastes of our loved ones for a beautifully curated experience. On the night of the wedding, their DJ booth was set up in a way that perfectly complemented our venue, and that extra touch added the perfect amount to the overall vibe of the party. I really appreciated the care and thought that they put into our playlists for the evening and how everything just fit together so well with our venue (as well as our personal style/taste). No offense if you like top 40 music, but we can’t stand it and we loved that ALL of the music played was only music that felt like “us”, nothing generic, or soulless. Basically, if you’re punk or goth or emo, or maybe just have a really diverse taste in music, you will be in perfect hands with Ceremony DJs. A true musical gem, this is a DJ company that I will continue to recommend to all the cool people in my life for years to come.
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    Absolute Coolest Wedding Ever.. No, I'm Serious.

    After an initial discussion with Ceremony DJs it became clear that their prime mission was to fuel a zine-worthy wedding dance party. Not just any party but one where you're going to have anyone with a good sense of music come tell you that they're experiencing the "coolest wedding ever!!". No joke. If Mick Jagger was hanging around for the vibes I wouldn't have been surprised.

    Working with Ceremony DJs is like flipping through your good friend's record collection and saying "Oh yeah!! This has a great track on it..let's play this for sure!". I'm pretty sure the crew at Ceremony DJs could simply write for Rolling Stone or NME and make a fine living off their extensive knowledge of music and it's interplay with culture but no.. us folks planning weddings are blessed with their insight and taste being channeled for the purpose of throwing what you'll know is the coolest wedding you've ever been to. Prepare to have your faces melted :)
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    Yes they are amazing

    These guys were AMAZING. Not only were they extremely professional and helpful, their music taste was perfect. They played some of our favorite songs on vinyl and were super easy to work with for our wedding. Highly recommend!
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    DJs who share your love for music

    Working with Ceremony DJs was easily some of the best parts of planning our wedding! From the start, my husband and I agreed that music and atmosphere were really important to us. We knew our crowd wasn’t likely the dancing type but we still wanted a top notch DJ for the night. Jamie and Aaron were a perfect fit for us. If you want, they will nerd out with you and go over all your musical interests (not just for the party!) Or, you give them enough info and you can trust that they will take it from there. The “homework” we got from them - putting together a playlist of our favorite tunes - was honestly some of the best bonding time for us as a couple in the weeks leading up to the party.

    Aaron was our DJ for the night and filled the Fairmont Penthouse with the best soundtrack. He handled some initial tech issues without batting an eye, and his set sounded great on the equipment he brought. The night flew by and I wish we had more time to hear Aaron’s stuff.

    From our initial call (super responsive) to contracting (straightforward agreement with very fair pricing) to the prep (a few fun calls in the weeks leading up to our event) to the actual night of, Ceremony DJ were great. They have worked with so many different couples and events, I’m certain that they have the music you want and can create an awesome soundtrack for whatever you want for your party. Care about music? Want to work with some personable professionals who love what they do? Contact Ceremony DJs and enjoy the ride!
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    Christina Sent on 10/06/2023
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    THE BEST DJ!!! Unforgettable night!

    Right from our initial communication, Jamie was great to work with. He took the time to really understand our musical preferences and the vibe we wanted for our wedding. His attention to detail and dedication to creating the perfect playlist was truly commendable. Prior to the wedding, I had compiled a playlist of 400+ songs and was so happy to hear some deep cuts from that list during the wedding.

    Jamie’s use of vinyl records added a unique and nostalgic touch to the evening. He also seamlessly incorporated our family's cultural music, showing his flexibility and commitment to making everyone feel included and connected to the celebration.

    During the cocktail hour, our guests were already on the dance floor, and that was all thanks to Jamie's incredible energy and music selection. He had a fantastic ability to gauge the crowd's mood and adjust the music accordingly, ensuring that the dance floor was never empty.

    In the end, I can confidently say that Jamie was worth every penny. He played a pivotal role in making our wedding a roaring success and the best day ever. His professionalism, talent, and ability to connect with the crowd were second to none. Our wedding wouldn't have been the same without him, and for that, we are eternally grateful.

    If you're looking for a DJ who will exceed your expectations, create a fantastic atmosphere, and leave your guests raving about the music, look no further. DJ Jamie is a true gem and will undoubtedly make your special day even more memorable.

    Thank you, Jamie, for making our wedding an unforgettable celebration!
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    Everyone will talk about your dj!

    Ceremony DJ'S WERE INSANE!!! From the moment of our first call with Jamie, we knew it was a perfect match. His extensive knowledge of all genres (even afrobeats. My family is African) combined with his chill demeanor and hilarious personality really made the whole planning process so fun! I had a Napa wedding of 182 people that I was mostly planning by myself so you can imagine the stress. And yet any call we had with Jamie, immediately put me at ease. I kid you not he was the ONLY part of the wedding I didn't have to worry about. He also has experience coordinating weddings and it really helped to have someone who could anticipate the other aspects of a ceremony and reception. My whole family and all our friends were WOWED (which is not an easy thing to accomplish considering there were so many types of personalities and backgrounds). Jamie felt the energy of the room and just ran with it from cocktail hour through the reception. And the rate was more than reasonable. He even threw in some equipment no charge!! I'm bummed I'm based in LA because I would hire his company to play any event I have. I HIGHLY recommend anyone searching for a DJ to hire Ceremony DJ's. You will not regret it. Guests are still raving about the music.
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    We Love Ceremony DJ's

    From the start of the wedding planning through the end of the wedding night, our experience with Ceremony DJs was absolutely wonderful. They got to know us and our musical styles and interests. They guided us through song selections and musical cues. They walked the venue with us and helped us figure out the best way to set it up. The reception was wild. DJ Benji crushed and blew the roof off the Hotel. Very Happy and Highly recommended
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    Thank you, Jamie!

    We had a great time working with Jamie! The planning process was a breeze thanks to his approachability and enthusiasm. He was super responsive via email and he addressed all our questions and offered advice for our ceremony songs. It was so fun discussing music with him too during the planning meeting—his knowledge of music is vast and from the get-go we knew we were going with a DJ who not only knew his stuff but also totally understood our music taste. He blended indie rock/folk and ’70s rock perfectly for the cocktail hour and dinner, and for dancing he stuck to a fun ’80s / new wave set list. He used vinyl throughout the night and threw in some fun surprises (we loved the Julee Cruise during dinner). He also put his own spin on some guest requests, like playing a double length version of Billy Idol’s “White Wedding” with an extended instrumental breakdown. We also appreciated that even when the dance floor wasn’t bustling, he still kept the energy up. Thank you so much, Jamie!
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    Erik Sent on 07/26/2023
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    Ceremony DJs is the best!

    From planning to execution, Ceremony DJs did it all. Very easy to work with, always on time, and very communicative. They worked with us to make a custom playlist that paired perfectly with our wedding reception timeline. They mixed between multiple genres of music. They played both vinyl records and high-quality digital files and all of our guests were very impressed!!! Truly unforgettable. This is who you want to choose for your event. Thanks, Ceremony DJs!!!!! You rule!
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    Catarina Sent on 07/16/2023
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    Review for Ceremony DJs

    We had a great time working with Ceremony DJs. Jamie worked with us during the process to figure out our music interests and identify special songs for the wedding. Communication was quick and easy. DJ Benji DJed the wedding ceremony and reception, and did a fantastic job. The ceremony was flawless, dinner music was wonderful, and he kept people on the dance floor the entire night. We sent over a few playlists and he took inspiration from those, and he was willing to play special requests the night of the reception. The blending/transition from song to song was great, and he played a good mix of different genres. It also looked like he was having a blast for our whole wedding! Thanks so much for an amazing night.
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    Best Wedding DJ!

    Jamie was the best DJ we could have hoped for! Music is a big part of my partner and I's relationship, and we wanted a DJ who could reflect that. Jamie worked with us from the beginning to build a playlist for every moment of the night that would reflect us and our families and friends. When the night came, he expertly wove in our requests to a set that fit the moment perfectly. Most importantly, when it was time for dancing he kept the floor packed until the end of the night. You can't find a better DJ if you love music or just having a good time!
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    Ben H. Sent on 07/03/2023
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    Best DJ for Music Lovers (and everyone!!)

    Jamie's DJing at our wedding was beyond our expectations, and we knew from our first Zoom call with him about two years before our wedding that it was going to be good. Throughout the planning process, Jamie asked us questions about what we listened to, what our parents listened to, what our friends listened to, and we wanted to hear at our wedding. He did a great job making our wedding music suit us and also reading the room and playing music from all eras that everybody could dance to.

    If you love music you can't find a better DJ. Jamie was friendly and professional throughout the planning process and our wedding night. His MCing of the wedding was exactly what we wanted to—the announcements for dinner, our entrance, and toasts were casual and not cheesy. When the dancing started there wasn't a moment when the floor wasn't filled. So many people came up to us that night to say that they loved the DJ. We will always be grateful for the chance to have Ceremony DJs at our wedding, and you should have them too!
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    Noah Sent on 06/20/2023
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    Personal, professional, and insanely fun team

    DJ Benjie and the Ceremony DJ team were beyond fantastic! DJ Benjie presented an eclectic mix of music that got people on the dance floor between age 2 to 85! Not only did they have a thorough but simple process for personalization of dance playlist, but they also have lots of pro-tips that helped guide through choosing our ceremony songs. Bonus points for handling the drunken song requesters at the end of the night and keeping. My only regret choosing this DJ was not finding a venue that would let him play longer (which is totally not his fault)! Great DJs, great company, and great music.
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    Maya Sent on 06/07/2023
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    Fantastic job!

    Working with Jamie was a breeze. He is super friendly, communicative and managed the music for our day with ease (traditional south Indian ceremony paired with our shoegaze/ J city pop/ bollywood outro) We received so many compliments during the wedding on his set (and vinyl setup). The time and effort he put into research for our wedding was apparent. Highly recommend!
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    Dillon Sent on 06/03/2023
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    Masters of Their Craft

    Jamie and Benji are two true gems! The communication from the get-go was excellent and they were super receptive and enthusiastic about taking on our wedding. I would really like whoever is reading this to understand that Benji is a true mast of his craft. So humble, down to Earth, and genuine about spinning great records. We gave him some playlists that we'd worked on for months and he mixed everything to perfection - making sure the transitions throughout the evening were seamless. And when it came down to keeping the dance floor rocking, he really came through...so did the tequila shots. Our wedding was a labor of love and we could tell that Benji puts so much love into his craft. We were so thrilled and think that if you're an obsessive audiophile, bonafide music lover, or simply want someone who will take care of your music preferences you need look no further. Benji really blessed our day and we are forever grateful.
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    Sophie Sent on 04/25/2023
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    best DJs ever

    we could not be any happier with Ceremony DJs. these guys are truly THE BEST. we knew from our very first meeting with them that we were going to be in excellent hands. there wasn't one moment throughout the night where Benji didn't have the dance floor completely filled. I really can't thank these guys enough for all of their hard work and incredible music abilities. they made our special day even more memorable and truly a night we will never forget. do yourself a favor and book them !! 11/10.
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    Nickolas Sent on 04/25/2023
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    Ceremony DJs — A+, 5 stars, 10 out of 10!!!

    Everything about our wedding was perfect, but the thing everyone consistently remarked on was how great the music was, and how awesome our DJ Benji was. He not only hit all the major marks of the day flawlessly with great timing and accuracy but he read the room and kept the dance floor full. When we were introduced to James and Benji of Ceremony DJs we knew we were in good hands and had nothing to worry about. They proved us right on our wedding day. Our big day wouldn't be the same without them. A+, 5 stars, 10 out of 10!!!

    Thanks again!
    Nick + Sophie
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    Taylor Sent on 03/14/2023
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    Amazing experience working with Jamie from Ceremony DJs

    I couldn't have asked for a better experience working with Jamie from Ceremony DJs! My now-husband and I hired him to DJ our wedding in July 2022. Before we selected him as one of our vendors, we had a two hour long Zoom meeting during which we hung out, drank beers, and chatted about all our musical interests and influences. We clicked with him immediately during this initial meeting and opted not to look at other DJ options even though he was more expensive than we originally budgeted for. That was okay with us though because we wanted to prioritize making our wedding a party and we could envision that happening with Jamie behind the decks.
    During the planning process, Jamie asked about everything: each of our musical preferences throughout the years (high school to college to the present day), what our friends listen to, and what our families listen to. Then we made a collaborative Spotify playlist that he used to create his wedding day set, but we also gave him some creative control since he obviously knows what he's doing. He stayed very available throughout the planning process via text and phone call, which made it easy to work with him.
    On the actual wedding day, the DJing was absolutely perfect and so much fun. He did a great job controlling the energy of the event, from the guests arriving, to cocktail hour, to the actual reception. Our playlist and preferred music leans towards electronic in terms of genre, particularly house for this event, but he also mixed in tons of fun hip hop and old indie favorites in a way that flowed really nicely.
    Since the event, multiple guests have told us that that they had fun specifically because the music and DJing were so good, so thank you Jamie for helping to make our wedding a success!
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    Very good and professional DJ

    Very good and professional DJ. Thamks
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    Stephanie Sent on 12/27/2022
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    Awesome Latin Wedding DJ

    We we're looking for someone to create a latin vibe for our wedding and James made it come true! He walked us through the entire day and worked with us to create an amazing set list. He played salsa, merengue, reggaeton, top 40s and house music. My favorite part of the night was hora loca! I highly recommend James, he's a true professional and trustworthy to DJ your big day. Thanks again James for giving us a day we will cherish forever.
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    Definitely hire Ceremony DJs!

    I cannot recommend Ceremony DJs enough! Working with Jamie was amazing. He really took the time to get to know us as a couple, our music tastes, and the vibe we were hoping for for our ceremony and reception. Jamie was also just a really nice, genuine person who is clearly doing what he loves. And he was totally on board for helping us execute on all the small details to bring our big day together. The music was absolutely perfect — all of our guests heard something they were in to! Choose Ceremony DJs and you will be so, so glad you did.
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    Kevin Sent on 12/20/2022
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    Perfect Experience!

    Ceremony was exactly what we were looking for. They exceeded our expectations and then some. Jamie was so great to work with in the early stages; his enthusiasm was contagious and it made this part of the wedding planning process by far the best and easiest. Jackie Sugarlumps was our DJ and it was such a relief knowing we were in such good hands with our tunes. We met with her a few times over Zoom before and shared some playlists to give an idea of our taste and she took care of the rest. The music was what we got complimented for at our wedding the most by a significant margin and that was all thanks for Jamie and Jackie. Highly highly recommend!
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    Dream come true!

    Ceremony DJs was easy to work with, communicative right from the start. Had intake meeting to understand our hopes and dreams with what music we want played at our wedding. Jackie Spent months researching a seed playlist we created and then expanded that small playlist to create music that lasted all night long perfectly suited to our style and interests.

    DJ Jackie was phenomenal! She handled all the microphones for the ceremony, supplying extension cords and speakers to make sure our guests could hear us, our guitar player and our officiant at our outdoor ceremony. The dance floor was never empty and everyone had such an incredible time, even Jackie! She was enjoying our music as much as we were, dancing along while playing records. She was respectful of our do not play list despite multiple pleas from our guests asking for songs (electric slide). We couldn't imagine a better DJ for our magical day!
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    Stevie Sent on 10/19/2022
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    Drop Dead Amazing

    James with Ceremony DJs was phenomenal, the setup, the music, the transitions, his taste in music, and the way he followed the wanted list of music when needed but threw in his own sound in the best ways possible. 10/10, my ONLY regret is knowing that James is in California and I won't be able to easily hire him again for something in Texas!!
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    Kellan Sent on 10/10/2022
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    Best DJ of All Time

    Jamie is dope! He has mastered his craft, both on the music and business side. By far the easiest vendor to work with for our wedding and by far the best. He will absolutely get your community dancing, he will do what you wished for and do things you didn't even know you wished for. If he and is team is available, go with Ceremony DJs. Fixed problems we didn't even know we were going to have.
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    Kevin Sent on 09/29/2022
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    Best dj ever!

    James Guzzi was the beating heart of our wedding reception and after party! He played all of our favorite tunes and our wedding guests were astounded at his deep knowledge of the out-of-the-ordinary genres that we love.

    James and his wife were also life savers when it came to helping us with some logistical challenges for another element involving sound at our reception. We literally couldn't have done it without them.

    I can't speak high enough praise for James! His hard work, DEEP music knowledge, and commitment to an awesome time are all FIVE STARS!!!
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    Daria Sent on 09/26/2022
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    Unique and thoughtful mixes from a fellow music nerd!

    Really loved having James DJ our wedding. He put so much thought into our mix, and worked really hard to include our requests and deep cuts :) He was really helpful and generous with his time and spent a long time on the phone with us prepping us for what was needed. He was the first to arrive and the last to leave our venue. We got tons of good feedback from our guests who loved the music as well. I definitely recommend James to anyone who wants a music mix that goes above the standard lot.
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    James Sent on 08/27/2022
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    Perfect Wedding DJs

    Could not possibly recommend Ceremony highly enough! The music was probably the most important part of the event for us, so we really thought hard about who he wanted to DJ the event, and couldn't be happier with our decision. Jamie was awesome to work with in the entire build up to the event, spending as much or as little time as we wanted to the entire way. He was easy to work with, communicative, friendly, and enthusiastic. He did a ton of work to build a massive bank of potential songs to play (all on vinyl) at the event based on how the guests responded to previous music. On the day of the event the music was incredible, spanning countless genres and vibes while still keeping everything fun and danceable. A lot of our friends told us after the fact that he was the best event DJ they'd ever heard, and requested to get the wedding playlist. 11/10, could not POSSIBLY recommend them highly enough. Everything was perfect.
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    Emerson Sent on 08/23/2022
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    Truly amazing!!

    We were married in Sonoma this year. I consulted with Ceremony DJs, and they took an incredibly thoughtful approach. They took my inspiration, and crafted a vinyl DJ set that completely blew away our expectations. They were very receptive to our requests around announcements or lack thereof. Our tastes and requests were pretty eclectic, ranging from disco to dreampop to Bossa Nova to reggae and beyond, and Benji incorporated it all in an incredibly cohesive set. The entire evening folks from teens to grandparents were tearing it up on the dancefloor, and it stayed popping all night! We've been getting compliments on the music for weeks since the wedding. Seriously, book Ceremony DJs, they are the best in the business.
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    Thomas Sent on 08/13/2022
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    Hire This DJ!

    When you read James Guzzi’s reviews, a question crosses your mind; how can one DJ be this good? But when you first talk with him as my now wife and I did, his infectious positive energy and true love of music and what he does makes it clear. James took our loose ideas of what we were looking for and guided us to a vision of what our wedding could be. When you talk to James, you start to feel the vibe that he is going to bring to your event and it makes you giddy.

    This is exactly how my wife and I felt when we first talked to DJ Guzzi. But wait, Lets rewind a moment. I feel like I need to start by saying that my taste in music has always been a little mundane and cliché. That was until I met my partner and she opened my ears to amazing artists like Magnetic Fields, Regina Spector, Pulp, Tegan and Sara, Islands, and Wet Leg… the list goes on. This was one of the first things that I fell in love with her for, and something that changed my life. As we were putting our playlist together, knee deep in 60s girl groups and early 2000s indie pop, my fiancé confided in me her fears that we would never find a DJ who would understand and honor her musical tastes and bring her party vibe to life, especially as she was not looking for your typical wedding jams. But within the span of a short phone call, we were left with a giddy excitement of what our wedding would be.

    DJ Guzzi gave us homework and helped us shape our little playlist into a reality, offering us tips and structure to shape each part of our ceremony, dinner hour, and reception into an event with musical cohesion and fun. He was not only able to seamlessly blend our requests with his own selection of music, but also able to blend them on the turn tables in a way that made the artists into musical collaborators.

    Not only that but DJ Guzzi brought his A-game in terms of making our night special. He went out and bought lights for us based upon a special request, took evening of musical requests on the fly and worked them perfectly into the flow. We were all left with a night worth remembering. I don’t know how many more times in life I will be looking to hire a DJ but I know that if I can it will always be Ceremony DJs and DJ Guzzi.
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    Amazing DJ

    Ceremony DJs was worth every penny! Ian was our wedding DJ and he could not have been friendlier, more accommodating, or more knowledgeable about every aspect of the music for our wedding. Our caterer said he'd never seen SO MANY people on the dance floor at a wedding, and that was all thanks to Ian and his killer set and vibes.
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    Best DJ, if you want a unique experience!

    These guys are the absolute best! Our wedding was at the Four Seasons in Calistoga, CA and we wanted to mix the romantic aesthetic with vibey music. And James and his team absolutely delivered. Everyone raved about the music at dinner that ranged from Jungle, SG Lewis, Kygo to Whitney Houston. We even had friends ask us for the dinner playlist after the wedding. How often do you hear of wedding guests asking for the playlist?? Then, on the wedding night, there is no better testament to a good DJ than the fact that we were still jumping up and down when the venue had to force us out at 2am. Literally we weren't sure if the stage was going to break because we were all dancing like monsters, jumping up and down. So if you want the most epic dance party that goes well into the night, isn't your conventional wedding playlist, 100% go with Ceremony DJs. No joke we had people dancing for 5 hours straight to Purple Disco Machine, Kylie Minoque, Robyn, etc. etc. Nothing matters more than music!
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    Emily Sent on 07/13/2022
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    Would absolutely recommend

    We found Ceremony DJ's to be very professional, very thorough, and easy to work with. We worked with Jamie and he asked thoughtful questions, we felt really listened to, and he was very accommodating to our needs. The dance floor was full the whole evening, and the dinner music was perfectly mellow. We would absolutely recommend working with Ceremony DJ's!
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    Matt Sent on 07/07/2022
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    Perfect Wedding DJ!!

    We had an absolutely amazing experience with James and Aaron were awesome. We were very focused on delivering a fun party at our wedding and James and Aaron both invested the time with us to be sure they hit the mark. After a few planning calls, Spotify playlists, and a site visit the team delivered perfectly. They did the sound for our wedding, cocktail hour, dinner and dancing and it was right on the mark. We set out to find a “non-wedding DJ, wedding DJ” and we couldn’t be happier. In the biggest sign of approval from our guests we continue to get requests from wedding guests for our “playlist”
    Thank you!
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    Jackie was amazing!

    Jackie Sugarlumps was our wedding DJ and did an amazing job! Our choice of music was quite unconventional, including pop, bollywood, party greek, and traditional greek music. Despite being unfamiliar with bollywood and greek music, Jackie was able to work with us and pull off an amazing night which all of our friends enjoyed! Several of our guests commented on how smooth and fun everything was—would 100% recommend!
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    DJ Jamie Review

    Jamie is very responsive from the start till the end of our wedding.
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    Yuriy Sent on 06/27/2022
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    Writing this review for Jamie, easy to communicate with.
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    Shae Sent on 04/27/2022
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    Absolutely perfect!

    The wedding music was absolutely perfect! We are a pretty eclectic couple with music taste across the board and Jamie nailed it! The dance floor was packed from start to finish! He absolutely crushed our request for a full on pop punk dance party to close out the night. Weeks later we are still receiving feedback from all ages saying how much fun the dance floor was, repeatedly hearing, “that’s how every wedding’s dance floor should be!” The only complaint we received was that everyone wished it could have lasted longer.
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    Patrick Sent on 04/12/2022
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    Delightful DJ Dazzles Dinos

    James and the Ceremony DJ team were wonderful! Dancing and great music were at the top of my list for things I wanted at my wedding. I provided the dancing, but James' catalog was tremendous, covering every possible genre we could need for the big day. He worked with my wife and I to really get a feel for our style, reinforcing our geeky themes with fun remixes of the "Mad About Me" (the cantina song from Star Wars) and letting us show off with some ballroom dances.

    James and the team are professional, courteous, and fun to work with, and it was a pleasure to have them play the first music I've danced to since the pandemic started.
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    Amanda Sent on 04/10/2022
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    Fantastic DJ!

    Our wedding was on a Friday night and Jamie and his team delivered a rocking playlist for all our guests. Excellent and timely communication before the big day too. Highly recommend for any event!
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    AMAZING vendors to work with!

    Jamie & DJ Jackie were AMAZING! More than we could have asked for. I've had some really awful experiences with previous DJs and so I was super nervous trying to pick one for our wedding. I felt in such good hands after my thorough first chat with Jamie. He walked me through the process and when DJ Jackie got involved it was continued smooth sailing. I highly recommend Ceremony DJs. We had guests absolutely blown away by DJ Jackie. People were coming up to us all night saying they had never been anywhere with such a great DJ. (that's a great feeling on your wedding day!) I cannot say enough thanks, you were kick ass! *They did our uplighting too! It was perfect!
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    Katrina Sent on 12/03/2021
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    Please Book Ceremony DJs!

    Jamie was a delight to have as our DJ! I knew he was meant to be the moment I spoke with him over the phone and then again when he facetimed us, getting to know us and our music taste. He is funny and very personable He curated music dear to our hearts and made sure he incorporated songs and artists our parents, friends, and family would love. He played an array of music from 80s boogie funk, 2010s, to Bay music! Our guests had so much fun and kept asking about our DJ and how we found him. He made our day that much more memorable, and I can’t thank him enough for the time, effort, and dedication he put into our wedding. If you want an emcee, DJ and wedding planner all in one, he does it all! We recommend him 100% if you want the wedding of a lifetime. Thank you again Jamie/Ceremony DJs for taking part in our wedding and make it so memorable. I can't stop replaying that day in my head. I can say that you will be our DJ for any of our future big events. We’re already looking forward to it!
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    Ted B. Sent on 11/10/2021
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    Such a pleasure to work with + great tunes!

    Jamie was so great to work with and provided an amazing soundtrack to our big day. He was extremely consultative and more or less doubled as our wedding coordinator throughout the process :)

    He did a great job making sure the music we wanted was played while mixing in with his amazing taste - all crowd-pleasers. A wonderful MC for the evening as well!
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    Nate Sent on 10/26/2021
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    Fantastic DJ! Highly Recommend!

    My wife and I could not be happier with the job that Jackie Sugarlumps and Ceremony DJs did for us during our recent wedding in San Francisco. We absolutely recommend her and Ceremony DJs for your event.

    One of our top priorities for our wedding was that we have a good DJ, someone who was knowledgable and passionate about music, someone who could read a crowd and put together a solid set list that got people moving. Jackie exceeded our expectations in every category.

    First of all, she was incredibly organized and easy to talk to. We had several meetings before our ceremony and Jackie was always ready to go with questions and great ideas that helped make our experience smooth and unique to our musical tastes.

    At the event, Jackie arrived early to the venue and made sure that the sound and lighting would be perfect. As major music nerds and audiophiles we were super impressed. The bass and treble were perfectly set and both the chapel for the ceremony (indoors) and courtyard for the reception (outdoors) had studio-quality sound.

    Jackie supplemented the songs that we chose with similar genres and artists that melded perfectly with our musical tastes. Moreover, you could tell that she herself is a huge music fan. As she DJ'd she danced along with the music and made our guests feel like they were attending a music festival. We received so many compliments from our friends and family for our choice of DJ. Everyone, especially this newlywed couple, went home happy.

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    Deedee Sent on 10/25/2021
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    A true master of ceremonies

    Jamies does his research! Jamie introduced us to his large library of both digital and vinyl albums to pick anything that jumped out. He also had us send a list of artists we loved early on so he could research all the background relations of tracks he was unfamiliar with in order to build out a constellation of melodies for the dj set. Jamie was a great listener and built a set that felt so personal and special to us and our guests. Live vinyl was such a treasure! Because we were so excited about his vinyl library, Jamie brought his beautiful vinyl table to mix in some oldies. Our guests were blown away when they would see album covers propped up from time to time of the song being played. Jamie was a spectacular host and a true "master of ceremonies" for our wedding day. Playing all the right songs is one thing, but Jamie’s charismatic personality to lead the sequences of events with poise and humor really made our day have such a magical flow.
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    Daniel Sent on 10/10/2021
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    If you want a cool wedding, hire these guys.

    My wife and I were really set on finding a DJ that wasn't too cheesy. Thank God we found Ed and Blue with Ceremony DJ. They did an awesome job tailoring the playlist to our personalities and preferences. They have incredible taste (a super impressive catalogue of vinyl) and gave us exactly the vibe we were looking for. Not only did they plan a great set, but they were seamless about working with requests and feeling out the vibe as the evening went on. Couldn't have been happier with our choice to work with these guys. From the moment we spoke with the owner James we knew we were in good hands. Also, they're just an incredibly nice group of people who worked really hard to make sure we had the best night possible. Hire these guys, you won't regret it.
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    Thomas Sent on 10/08/2021
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    In A Class of Their Own

    Ceremony DJs could not have been a more perfect fit for our wedding. Jamie and team were super attentive taking the time to hear our likes and dislikes from an early stage. They easily picked up on our tastes from an hour conversation and turned it into a magical evening of music that people are still talking about. Jamie is a consummate professional who expertly led the reception through key moments underscoring everything with the perfect soundtrack. Not only did he manage to accomplish exactly what we wanted, but he did it all while live mixing the music. You absolutely must book Ceremony DJs for your next event!
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    Angela Sent on 09/13/2021
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    You want an unforgettable dance party? Hire this company.

    We could tell from the website that Ceremony DJs is for the couple who loves music, but we fell in love with this company after our first conversation with Jamie back in 2020 because we spent almost an hour on the phone just geeking out about artists we loved. We hired him on the spot but then realized we'd given him the wrong date and he was already booked! Jamie offered to send his friend, Ed, in his place, and we trusted him. It was one of the best decisions we made. We met Ed, and his partner, Blue, over Zoom with Jamie after we hired them and found ourselves drinking whiskey and laughing about the absurdity of life.

    Our homework after that call, apart from choosing songs for our processional, recessional, first dance, etc, was to put together a Spotify playlist of ALL the music we love. Even stuff we would never want played at a wedding. Tall order. We eventually gave them 13 hours of music, and they would have wanted more!

    Then the pandemic decided no one was getting married for awhile, and we found ourselves in the position so many other couples can relate to, trying to figure out when/if/how to salvage our wedding day in a safe and worthwhile way. And these guys stayed with us through all of it - all five attempts at our celebration. We ended up with about 90 people on a mountain in the Santa Cruz Redwoods on 8/21/21, and it was magical.

    We wanted an epic dance party at our wedding, but we also wanted to shy away from traditional wedding songs in favor of the music we really love. I was, admittedly, a bit concerned about the music leading into the weekend because we never gave Ed a top-ten list or a must-play list, or a don't play list. etc, and I was worried people would only want to dance to music they knew. Or that our tastes wouldn't make for good wedding vibes. But we didn't NEED to give these guys any lists because they are THAT good. They actually clicked through the massive playlist we sent them and interpreted US by indulging in our musical tastes, which is nuts because our combined affinity for lyricism and melodic beats is super random. We love the classics, 90s rap, synth-pop, indie and American folk, but we also LOVE drum and bass, Bay Area rap, blues, ambient electronica, EDM, soul, Southern gospel, Indian hip-hop, French pop, Israeli folk, a Capella groups, emo throwbacks, you name it. SO. Random. And our guests LOVED it. Everyone I danced with was praising the music.

    And we got our wish! Our dance floor was packed from the first song until the last song with clever transitions, insane drops, and the happiest energy. Every song was so us. Ed wove tracks together so seamlessly, spanning multiple genres and eras to create a truly unique set-list, and we danced our hearts out with our favorite people until we had to leave.

    You can hire any DJ to play top 40 hits and hope they know how to read a crowd, but if you want a customized experience, I can wholeheartedly recommend this company.

    Jamie and Ed are incredibly talented artists who happen to also enjoy being a vital role in major life events, and the wedding industry is lucky to have them. And BLUE! Blue is the most adorable, and stunning, emcee I could have asked for and a joy to be around. To us, these three are so much more than vendors. They are friends, and we feel so fortunate that our paths crossed when they did because they made our wedding day unforgettable.
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    Jashwal Sent on 07/22/2021
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    James is Amazing!

    We can’t say enough great things about James. From the first time we spoke with James, we knew he had to be our wedding DJ. Initially, he was booked, but due to Covid rescheduling, we were able to find a suitable date with him—he was also accommodating as our dates changed due to COVID restrictions. James helped us envision what the music and mood would look like from cocktail hour all the way to the end of the night. During the process, he worked very closely with us to understand our music preferences and the music preferences of those that are close to us: parents, friends,etc. On the day of the wedding, it was 95 degrees out, and due to this, James had a few overheating issues, but he was able to rectify this to make our wedding a success. We’d also like to add that James is one of the only DJs that spins his own records and has great taste in music! Our guests really enjoyed James’s music selection from We really appreciate everything that James did for us and highly recommend him to all those that are looking!

    -Jess and Jashwal
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    Rachel Sent on 06/26/2021
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    Highly recommend!

    So happy we hired Jamie to DJ our wedding! He was awesome to work with, and as enthusiastic about our music selections as we were. Truly so grateful to find someone who loves Indie Rock as much as I do!! It was so fun hearing lots of my favorite songs throughout the dinner set, and absolutely incredible to see so many of our guests out on the dance floor from start to finish. We had the best time, and got so many compliments on the music. Couldn't imagine our wedding without him. Highly recommend!
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    Awesome DJ!

    Jamie was fantastic - very knowledgable and made a great set. He incorporated a lot of our selections, but created a balanced mix that everybody seemed to enjoy! We were thrilled when we came back from pictures and found nearly everybody on the dance floor - better yet, everybody kept dancing until the end of the reception. We highly recommend him (especially if you are into Indie!).
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    Highly Recommend!

    My husband and I hired Jamie as our DJ for our wedding this past September and he did such a fantastic job! He really wanted to get to know what types of music our guests and we loved to listen to and customized the music to fit our group perfectly! On top of DJing our entire wedding, he also helped us live stream our wedding to all of our guests who were not able to make it. He spent so much time making sure everything went perfectly and we are so happy our friends and family who couldn’t travel were able to share our wedding day with us! Jamie was so fun and easy to work with and we are so fortunate to have chosen him for our special day!
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    Jamie Rocks!

    Jamie’s recent livestream of my son’s wedding was outstanding!
    His attention to detail and ability to capture the larger picture allowed loved ones from around the world to fully experience the event, together. A precious gift for virtual guests. The feeling provided could not be captured in any better way. My gratitude is overflowing!
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    Exactly who we wanted!

    My wife and I made our decision to hire a DJ about two months prior to our wedding. We noticed Ceremony DJs was highly rated on multiple platforms so we set up a call. We liked Jamie so much that we didn’t call anyone else! During the first call Jamie asked us questions to get an understanding of the kind of music that we liked as well as what our guests might like. From there, he crafted an amazing set for the entire wedding! Another awesome thing with Jamie is he helped us with day of coordination since we did not have a wedding coordinator.

    Apart from handling the entirety of our music, Jamie and his good friend Ed helped us stream our entire wedding for our loved ones who could not make it. They have a combination of cameras for a variety of situations and we received much praise from the stream viewers!

    Jamie is amazing at what he does but even better than this he is an awesome person to work with! We will be recommending him to all of our friends and family that are getting married!
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    Ernest Sent on 09/01/2020
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    Incredible

    Jamie freakin ROCKS!!..

    Extremely professional and talented. Truly cares about music and had a deep understanding for the feel of the event.

    I will be using Jamie for every event moving forward!
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    Awesome dj!

    Jamie was so awesome to work with from the beginning. He met with my husband and I to get a sense of our individual music tastes and to see how he could fuse them together. We appreciate his openness to our requests and understanding of what kind of vibes we wanted to set for our reception. We had a much smaller wedding reception and it still felt like a huge party! The original timeline of events didn't quite go as planned but Jamie was great at going with the flow and reading the crowd to see what was best. Our families love to dance and so 99% of the night consisted of us dancing.
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    Country-Mexi-Indie Soup

    Groom is a country aficionado, the bride prefers indie and the brides family saved their pennies to visit from Mexico. What to do? what to do? Leave it to Jamie! he figured out how to balance all of our music needs from the uniqueness of our ceremony songs to the out of right field cake cutting song. I told Jamie I didn't want the dancing to stop during the reception so, he kept my family happy with cumbias, norteñas and even some reggaeton mixed in there. It was the best to see our families mixing in together as one on the dance floor. Jamie brought the house down!
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    More than a party DJ. A live soundtrack to our wedding!

    A DJ, MC and lighting team that elevated our entire wedding program. From the initial inquiry, Jamie was very thorough to understand our wedding theme and expectations. He also provided past insight during our pre-wedding brainstorm to help us plan out the run of show (welcoming cocktails, grand entry, toasting speeches, first dance and party music).
    We were not having a ceremony and wanted the reception to be more than the usual open bar + dance floor program. Jaime and Rocky delivered more than just the usual dance floor/club/top40 music. There was deep consideration for the range of guests (family vs relatives) to really make the music feel like a soundtrack for all on our special night. The equipment was not only high quality in sound and setup in a true audiophile consideration- there was not a table that was overwhelmed by the speakers placement. Last thing to mention, the communication during the whole process went smoothly. They followed up on our curated playlist suggestions, stayed punctual with load in/out and partnered well with our day-of coordinator and venue staff. Thanks again Ceremony DJs for making it a memorable wedding and New Years party for all!
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    Benjamin Sent on 10/31/2019
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    Coolest DJs

    Jamie and Rocky did a fantastic job. We had several meetings/calls/email exchanges before the wedding and got on the same page (in great detail) about the genres/artists/vibe that we were looking for. Jamie was all about developing a "vision" - not just playing requested songs, but actually creating a program for the dance party that we wanted. Jamie and Rocky were also great at navigating the inevitable logistical/technical challenges that came up. We had no qualms about being in their hands and would recommend them to anyone who wants a cool and non-stodgy wedding.
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    Danced all night

    Thank god we found Ceremony DJs for our wedding in Mendocino in August. Jamie was a pleasure to talk to about music and life and weddings from the first minute. He has no end of enthusiasm and excitement for his craft in stark contrast to many other DJs I spoke to who had their canned set and feared deviation. Rocky sent us a long list of songs and we went to town marking our favorites and our despised and Jamie dug in and really heard us. The music was on point and our friends and family stayed on the dance floor until 2am. We got many incredible compliments from our guests on how good the music was. Jamie and Rocky worked through a bunch of technical and transitional nightmares behind the scenes because of our venue and they were professional and flexible the entire time. My husband and I and all of our guests had the time of our lives thanks to the most excellent playlist that Jamie performed - just like bringing the coolest SF club to our tent!

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    Sean Sent on 10/28/2019
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    Awesome DJ!

    Ceremony DJs and Jamie in particular were awesome to work on. From the moment we met, I felt like we totally understood our vibe and was able to really build on the things I already liked. His skills really gave the wedding the perfect feel, and all of my friends and family loved it.

    Additionally, Jamie is a calming force pre-wedding. He exudes that "I got you" vibe that's super helpful when you're stressing out about a million little details. Great guy, great DJ!
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    Ashley Sent on 10/22/2019
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    Not your boring DJ!

    We used Ceremony DJs for our wedding in June. Jackie Sugarlumps was the DJ and she was great. She and Jamie were both very enthusiastic which was great. As we weren't local when we booked the DJ, she made sure to have multiple video calls with us to understand us as a couple and the type of music we liked. I never felt like she tried to impose the type of music she wanted to play on us, she just really wanted to understand what we liked. I loved the music played at our wedding and I especially love the pictures I have of Jackie rocking out while she was DJing!
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    Everyone was Grooving!

    James was amazing! My husband talked to him on the phone when we were on the hunt for a DJ and called me up afterwards to tell me that he didnt want to talk to any other ones, James was the one. He is super outgoing and attentive and really just seems like he loves his job. He played everything we wanted the night of our wedding and at some point during the night a friend said "how do I get this guys playlist?!". Everyone was out on the dance floor and many people gave compliments at the end of the night. I would highly recommend to any friend or family member!
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    Cyrus Sent on 09/23/2019
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    Enthusiastic, Knowledgeable, and Kickass DJ

    James DJ'd at my wedding 2 weeks ago and he completely blew away both me and my wife's expectations. From the first phone call I had with him, he was extremely enthusiastic and I knew we were in good hands. We simply gave him a list of some of our favorite songs and he managed to break them up perfectly into a groovy afrobeat cocktail hour and 70's inspired main set that had everyone on the dance floor. Couldn't recommend him enough.
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    Mariah Sent on 09/15/2019
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    DJ Jackie Sugarlumps is the best!

    We had a blast with Ceremony DJs at our wedding, and can't recommend them more highly! DJ Jackie Sugarlumps was awesome. She did a few prep calls with us in advance to understand our music tastes and key song choices, and she asked great questions to guide her music selections throughout the night. She handled audio for both our ceremony and reception which were in a large outdoor space - no easy feat. Her song choices were on point all night and matched our tastes exactly. The dance floor was full with all our friends and family (young and old) from beginning to end, and everyone was raving about the music. Plus, Jackie was just really cool and easy to work with. Such a kind and thoughtful presence at the wedding and during planning. Thanks Ceremony DJs!
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    Neetu Sent on 08/14/2019
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    Amazing music for the whole event

    Jamie of Ceremony DJs was incredible both before and during our wedding! We knew we may have a good match when we visited Ceremony DJs' website and it declared, "Finally, a DJ as cool as you are." Jamie and my now husband immediately hit it off.

    I loved that Jamie prioritized getting to know us and our tastes, but also took the time to hear about our guests. He has a great sound system, which was important for our outdoor venue. Jamie was super friendly, easy to work with and incredibly professional, keeping us on track and focused, without overburdening us.

    Jamie even made it out to our venue a few months before the wedding to check everything out and talk through the plan.

    Day of, Jamie was a lot of fun and killed it! He had music going from the moment guests arrived at the ceremony to the final moments of the reception. It all tied together and set the mood for every aspect of the day and evening, transitioning seamlessly.

    Our guests had great things to say and we couldn't agree more. Thank you Jamie!
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    Professional, knowledgeable, enthusiastic and down for a bit of an adventure.

    Jamie listened to our ideas and developed the perfect soundtrack for our wedding in the Joshua Tree area. He seamlessly transitioned from Gram Parsons-inspired, country/western tunes early in the event to a dance party that had the older and younger folks kicking up dust in the desert late into the night.

    What's more is that Jamie and his girlfriend/co-DJ, Rocky, were excited for a bit of an adventure and made the trek to the desert from SF for the wedding!

    Phenomenal service! Highly recommend Jamie and the folks at Ceremony DJs!!!

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