Andrew Sent on 05/28/2026

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Andrew and Kaitlyn Wedding

We just wanted to say thank you again for a wonderful experience at our wedding at the LA Arboretum! All of our guests kept saying they loved our DJ. You were an integral part of making our day a success and were a pleasure to work with. We especially loved the grand entrance, the “Be Our Guest” sing-along at dinner, the Bluey “Dance Mode” song that got everyone on the dance floor, and the Horah! Thanks!

Nelson Sent on 05/05/2026

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Best LA Arboretum Dance Party!

We were extremely happy with John and Cyndi.
We sent inquires to several DJs and John and Cyndi responded the fastest and were extremely friendly from the start. We appreciated the in person meetings to go over details. They were flexible in incorporating recorded songs and our own mashups.
During the wedding, Everyone got on the dance floor! John did a perfect mixture of modern and classics to include everyone.
John's emceeing also helped the night flow smoothly!
And We loved the lights for our wedding. It was the perfect warm party vibe!
The sound was also the perfect volume-enough for dancing but not painful to the ears.

Would highly recommend John and Cyndi!

Julie Sent on 10/17/2025

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Super fun wedding!

John created a great reception vibe and sound for our wedding. From the lighting to the music, he made the entire night fun and had everyone on the dance floor. He and Cyndi are very responsive and helpful throughout the planning and have great suggestions. Definitely consider them for your wedding! Thanks John!

Laurel Sent on 10/07/2025

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A great team!

We really enjoyed working with Cyndi and John. They were so well organized and had all the details down for the day of our wedding. John was awesome on the day, serving as emcee of the whole event beyond just music. He helped us with things like releasing tables for dinner and getting everyone pumped for a photo dash. Plus the dance floor was full all night! Young and old folks, everyone loved it. We are so glad we went with a DJ who treated us like family rather than a contractor from a large company.

Juliet Sent on 09/14/2025

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Great DJ and lovely addition to our big day!!

We had a great time with John and Cyndi! They were so lovely and made the process seamless. And the big day went over great! We both danced all night and our guests had a blast. We 100% recommend them for your big day!!

Orozco Sent on 09/08/2025

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Outstanding DJ Services

John and Cindy,
Thank you so much for all the great work you did to ensure our wedding was a success. We can’t thank you enough for being so proactive in helping us smooth out the small challenges that showed up along the way. Your experienced, expertise, and ultimate customer service were evident and constantly on this play before and during the wedding. It was indeed a pleasure doing business with you.

Lucy and I highly recommend you to any family interested in finding a highly professional, experienced, and customer oriented DJ. You are great at what you do!

Thank you John and Cindy. It was indeed quite a treat doing business with you.

Carlos and Lucy

Laura Sent on 04/03/2025

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Perfect wedding DJ

John and Cyndi were great, highly recommend! Great music, we had so much fun!

Bri Sent on 11/19/2024

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Dance the night away thanks to John !

John and Cyndi were awesome! Our fave part about them was their flexibility and responsiveness. Last minute changes , no problem. John made sure to check in with us throughout the night and made sure the party kept going. His emcee skills is exactly what you need to get any party going . Thank you so much for everything !

Laura Sent on 10/05/2024

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Amazing wedding DJ!

We hired John as our wedding DJ and he was absolutely perfect! He brought such a great energy and really picked up on the kinds of music that everybody liked and kept the vibes high- I heard from multiple guests that "it was so hard to leave the dancefloor!" which was exactly the kind of party we wanted. He helped create a good flow of the day and also made sure to communicate with our videographer and our officiant to make sure all the sound was captured perfectly. We also had a call about a month prior to the wedding to chat about the flow of the day, and for him to really get a good feel of the type of music we wanted to hear. It was honestly so perfect and we loved working with John so much!

Genevieve Sent on 04/23/2024

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Amazing wedding DJ!

It has been such a joy to work with John and Cyndi. They went above and beyond to ensure the event ran smoothly and John was an amazing emcee. I highly recommend Dance Syndicate! :)

Michelle Sent on 02/18/2024

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40th Anniversary Celebration

My husband and I were exceptionally happy with everything about Dance Syndicate. From the first exploratory phone call to follow up calls prior to the event. We never worried about the music and keeping the party moving! We would use them again!!

Dean Sent on 11/21/2023

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Best Day Ever!!

It is not often my wife and I can let total control of anything go. With John and Cyndi, we did just that! We used their timeline and let John play whatever music he felt. The dance floor was full all night long and the timeline we followed with them, made it feel like we were dancing the whole reception!! We cannot give a higher recommendation or approval for Dance Syndicate services. Just know, if you want to have the best day ever, they must be a part of that day!!

Brooke Sent on 10/25/2023

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So happy we chose Dance Syndicate for our wedding!

We cannot say enough great things about having Dance Syndicate provide DJ and master of ceremony services for our backyard wedding. Cyndi and John were easy to work with for planning, and Mark was a fantastic DJ the day of the wedding. Every element went smoothly and guests of all ages enjoyed dancing into the night! Would highly recommend Dance Syndicate to a friend for their wedding!

Carlos Sent on 09/11/2023

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The DJ for Eclectic Tastes and Mosh Pits

“We love music, and we don’t want the standard top 40 at our wedding”- that was our introduction to John, the DJ at Dance Syndicate. During the interview process, John and Cyndi took their time to get to know our musical taste and our love story. With an easy “fill-in-the-blanks” schedule where we plugged in songs for dances, and their presence on Spotify for any playlist you want them to mix up, Dance Syndicate was the best choice to keep the life of the party going. I gave them a playlist that had more than enough music and John knew exactly what to do with that! From the entrance to the first dance, to the big party on the dance floor, everyone’s attention was held, and the dance floor was never empty… there’s not many weddings that can say this, but there was a mosh pit at ours! Dance Syndicate comes with our highest recommendation!

Molly Sent on 09/09/2023

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John & Cindy Kept the Party Going

John was our DJ for our wedding at the LA County Arboretum on 7/9/23. We had booked live music for the ceremony and the cocktail hour and Carlos at the Arboretum recommended Dance Syndicate for the dancefloor. We're so happy he did!

We had a lunch meeting with John and his wife Cindy and immediately clicked. They were incredibly personable, had all sorts of templates to help with planning, and were quick to give recommendations when we were walking through the music we liked. Our playlist was pretty eclectic and John did a great job making it flow and getting the crowd going.

John and Cindy were very on top of all communication and super helpful in figuring out tiny details. They jumped in to help us plan a mother-son polka that was a big hit. They even took special care to play certain songs in honor of my parents, who have passed away, at specific points in the night. They also get MASSIVE points for playing the Dropkick Murphys and Sweet Caroline without being asked - my big Boston family loved it!

John was even kind enough to help our friends playing the ceremony and cocktail hour with their equipment, and act as an MC throughout the night. We couldn't recommend Dance Syndicate more!

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Lauren Sent on 08/25/2023

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The Party Never Stopped!

John, Cyndi, and their team provided the best DJ services we could ask for! They took time to get to know us and our music tastes, as well as helped us better understand how to create the best possible timeline for our special day. Their team is always available for questions and knows our venue (Castle Green) inside and out! The day of, we did not have a care in the world as John kept the timeline on track and the party going all night. His seamless transitions between parts of the ceremony and reception made the day flow perfectly! We are so grateful for their team and cannot recommend Dance Syndicates highly enough!

Stephanie Sent on 07/30/2023

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Incredible DJ!

John and Cyndi were absolutely outstanding! They were a pleasure to work with and so helpful in coordinating our reception timeline. John put together a great set based on our interests and got people dancing! Cyndi was so kind, helpful, and responsive. We'd book them again!

Jack Sent on 07/26/2023

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John & Dance Syndicate are wonderful, making our parties special!

I am so happy to have found John & Dance Syndicate a few years ago and use him and Mark for all of our events. Our last event had almost 300 people and John was wonderful. I received so many compliments from attendees telling me that John truly made the party special. Thank you again John and Mark!

Chen Sent on 07/25/2023

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Highly recommend!

We cannot overstate how much we loved working with John and Cyndi. From the first meeting we could tell they are very experienced and love what they do. They genuinely cared about making our wedding great and man John came through! We've been to many weddings and never had a MC/DJ like John, the music created the right ambiance at all times and John had so many tricks up his sleeves to rally up a great mood for our guests, he had us cracking up all day! John made a world of difference for our wedding, we were so lucky to have found him and you would be too!

Jackie Sent on 05/29/2023

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Amazing MC and very professional

Johnny is an absolute amazing MC. He has a wide variety of music and it extremely good at getting everyone on the dance floor. My family has used Johnny for multiple weddings and we are happy with his work every time! Cyndi is amazing at creating a timeline and making sure everything runs smoothly in the planning process. If you book, you will not be disappointed!

Britnee Sent on 04/10/2023

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Book Now, You will not regret it!

I cannot say enough great things about my experience, booking them was the best decision I could have made. From our first meeting with John & Cyndi, we knew they were the perfect fit for us and were ready to make sure that our special day was everything we dreamed of, and they did not disappoint. Leading up to the wedding they made sure that our timeline was in perfect order and ready to share with all others needed. They communicated to all other parties to make sure everything was in order, and I just felt so relieved that I was not having to stress about any of it. Wedding Day... It was perfect! John did everything as imaged and more. A month later and everyone is still talking about how amazing and fun our wedding was, and that is all thanks to John. Best decision I made was to book them! Working with them both was an absolute pleasure.

Alexis Sent on 01/30/2023

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Wonderful experience! Great with kids and families

Cyndi, John, and Mark were the best to work with! We hired them for our son's bar mitzvah. Cyndi and John took a lot of time to explain their services and plan the day with us. Mark was our DJ on the day of the event and he was fabulous at getting the kids and adults up, dancing, playing games, and having fun! Many guests commented to us how great he was and good with the kids--he truly made the party! We would 100% hire them again to for any future event.

Jonathan Sent on 11/17/2022

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Awesome experience

John and his team did our wedding and it was a GREAT experience. The care, the detail and the professionalism were greatly appreciated. We have worked with them multiple times since and will continue to do so.
HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!

Jane Sent on 11/11/2022

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Epic wedding dj

John & Cyndi were incredible!! Our favorite vendor we worked with for our wedding. They went above and beyond to make sure we had the perfect music & set up from the moment the guests arrive until the last song of the night. I have never seen a dance floor so wild!! there was not a moment where the dance floor stopped. We gave a vibe of what type of music we wanted and he ran with it, it was perfect for our crowd and everyone raved about the DJ the next day at our brunch. John even went as far as checking on us to make sure we had food and drinks all night.
100% recommend John for your wedding (or any other event for that matter)

Timothy Sent on 11/10/2022

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The Kind of Personality You're Looking For

John Villa is more than just a DJ. He brings positive vibes with him wherever he goes. He brings the right kind of atmosphere to the party. He's encouraging and soulful. It doesn't hurt that he hits those sound effects buttons at the right time every time. I'm one of those people who are dedicated to rehiring John every year for our event if the people I work for allow it. John & Cyndi, if you see this - Thank you for being you!!!!

Rachel Sent on 11/07/2022

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Dancing in the moonlight!

We want to start by saying that Dance Syndicate is a phenomenal team. Johnny & Cyndi made a genuine effort to get to know us and execute our vision to capture the vibe we wanted for our wedding. Johnny is a true master of ceremonies. He did a fantastic job of directing the energy of the night. He was quick and adaptable to our timeline and the setbacks that inevitably arise, no matter how much time and planning you put into an event. It ended up raining on our wedding night while being outdoors. All of our guests were embracing the rain and dancing the night away, and Johnny put on “It’s Raining Men,” which was hilarious and so fitting. He kept the momentum going, and there wasn’t a single person not out moving on the dance floor. Everyone had a blast!

It truly makes a difference to have someone who authentically cares, along with having the confidence and intuition needed to read the room and keep the party going. Johnny is that person! He had great instincts when choosing the order of songs to keep the pace and the energy of the evening moving along in the right way. Cyndi was an integral part of the planning. She didn’t miss a single detail and was readily available if we had any questions, concerns, or song change requests related to our timeline.

Cyndi and Johnny are incredibly charismatic human beings, and it was a pleasure to work with them. We cannot recommend and rave more about them and how extremely grateful we were to have their outstanding services be a part of our special day.

Ari C. Sent on 09/19/2022

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Couldn't Have Asked for a Better DJ

John and Cyndi were an absolute joy to work with when compiling the music and overall "vibe" of our wedding. They understood exactly what were looking for and even threw in suggestions that elevated what we had in mind! They were kind, communicative, and just so easy to work with and I can't recommend them enough!

Jorge Sent on 08/23/2022

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Very professional dj and mc. Wonderful to work with

We found John through a family member and they recommended his dj services for our wedding. It was an amazing experience and never a dull moment. His attention to detail is wonderful and we will recommend his services to anyone

Kevin Sent on 06/27/2022

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John started us off on an incredible note!

John went above and beyond to accommodate us. He was the first vendor we spoke to, and the last one we said goodbye to on the big night. Every meeting with John left my wife and I more and more excited about the big day, and he delivered to an amazing degree. His music kept everyone dancing and his MCing kept our entire schedule smooth. I cannot recommend this DJ more!

Allie Sent on 06/27/2022

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Best DJ ever!

DJ John and his wife Cyndi are the best! They drove over an hour for our first meeting and really made wedding planning fun. John went above and beyond figuring out what kind of music we liked, listening to lengthy Spotify playlists that we had made and including all of it during the reception. He’s excellent at knowing what to play to get your guests onto the dance floor, people were dancing all night!

Krystal Sent on 06/22/2022

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Best DJ to get the party going!

John and Cyndi were absolutely wonderful during the entire wedding planning process. We found them on the list of preferred vendors at our venue and could not be happier with the result. We met a couple times during the year of planning and it was so easy to communicate last minute changes leading up to the big day. John was great at directing the flow of events and really understood our music preference choices to get the party going! Highly recommend John and Cyndi if you are looking for kind people who care, and know how to have fun!

Julie Sent on 06/09/2022

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Amazing Experience!!!

You will not be disappointed when you hire John to provide the best tunes and entertainment for your reception! My husband and I hired John to provide the entertainment for our reception, and he was nothing short of amazing. He is so personable, funny, and got the party going! He was so easy to work with from the very beginning. From setting up meetings, to discussing our wants and needs. I would highly recommend you use him for your wedding or event! We are so happy we did, and our guests are still telling us how much fun they had at our wedding. Thank you John, for ALL that you did for us! We are so grateful!

Brian Sent on 05/06/2022

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Best Wedding DJ Ever!!!

John and Cyndi are truly the best in the business and represent so much more than a wedding DJ. They met with us several times in the year leading up to our wedding and helped us to plan most of our reception and ceremony, including the timing and structure of both. They were so enthusiastic about the planning that it made us even more excited for our big day. They even called us the night before our wedding to see how we were doing, make sure we weren’t nervous or anxious, and give us advice on how to best prepare for the day. As for the wedding, itself, it went flawlessly thanks to John and Cyndi’s ability to keep everything organized and on time, and they did so without making anything feel rushed. John is the best hype-man I’ve ever met and kept everyone at the wedding excited and energized the entire night. Almost every person at the wedding reached out to us the next day to say that it was one of the most fun dance floors they had ever been a part of. We truly can’t imagine what the day would have been like without John and Cyndi, and we are so grateful that we were lucky enough to have them there.

Tracey Sent on 04/26/2022

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Simply Amazing!

John and Cyndi are so amazing. I planned our wedding in about 2 months and I was so stressed out before speaking with them. After our first phone conversation I started feeling so much better! They had the perfect time line for the wedding, and had things I haden't even thought of yet!

Where our wedding was held at a hotel that normally doesn't host the ceremony but did for us. At our rehearsal, John and Cyndi took the lead because the hotel staff dont typically run the rehearsals.

They were such a big help the day of! Our ceromony was supposed to be outside but due to rain we had to move indoors. Super felxible with that last minute switch.

So friendly with everyone at the wedding. I am still getting told the music was so great and everyone had such a great time. The dance floor was never empty. I have already refered them to a friend getting married later this year. 100/10 recommend!!!!

Grant Sent on 04/19/2022

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Best in the Game

There’s no other option than John and Dance Syndicate. John and Cindy took every detail into consideration. Things we hadn’t even thought of, including the uplighting the day of our wedding. John looked at our reception during setup and new it was missing something. He went to his bag of tricks and gave us the extra special touch for our night. We had a more than one issue arise but the way John MC’d the night, no one noticed. These guys are the real deal and worth every penny.

Jessica Sent on 04/18/2022

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Absolutely Fantastic!

John and Cyndi were so friendly and easy to work with. They're organized, flexible, communicative, and friendly. They worked super well with all of our other vendors to create a seamless experience for us and for our guests. John did a fantastic job of combining our musical tastes with the energy he read from our guests that night, and his engagement with the guests (as well as his attentiveness to the schedule and flow throughout the night) made the perfect party for everyone! I recommend him to anyone and everyone considering a DJ for their wedding!

Amber Sent on 10/10/2021

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More than a DJ

Our first consultation with John and Cyndi was outside a cafe; it felt more like meeting with friends! John isn't there just to play music; he's there to get to know you as a couple, and then spread that energy with your guests throughout the event. We had lofty music requests for him too: Kpop, West African, and funky hits from the 70s/80s were our must haves, and he ran with it and did it seamlessly. As the MC, he got the guests engaged with singing and games that kept the energy flowing. We had so many guests rave about how good he was. We got everything we could have asked for and more with John as our DJ.

Mary Sent on 06/29/2021

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Amazing - highly recommend!

My wedding was planned in 7 weeks and John and Cyndi are the absolute best! John was fabulous at the wedding and such a joy to have there. He executed everything perfectly and was so attentive before the wedding as well! I definitely recommend them for any of your party/wedding needs!

Shan Sent on 05/18/2021

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John and Cyndi are the best

What would we do without John? John was truly amazing during the wedding and everything leading up to it! You can tell that he genuinely wants to know his couples and provide a personal touch to everything. He and his wife Cyndi helped us with our timeline so that the flow of our wedding went smoothly!

John really goes above and beyond! In addition to help keeping the partying going, he helped out change over the ceremony to the reception area, made sure we had champagne glasses for us and our maid or honor and best man for their speeches, and even danced with us during Cupid Shuffle lol

He really loves what he does and that’s what we loved about him. He is so passionate about making sure his couples have an amazing time and thanks to John, we did! We highly recommend John!!

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Amazing dj!

John is the nicest guy you will ever meet, and is the party-professional that you’re looking for if you want to throw the BEST event! He was absolutely crucial in the smooth execution of our recent wedding, and we cannot recommend him enough!

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Fantastic!!

John did a fantastic job for our wedding. We loved meeting up with him and his wife, Cyndi, to discuss details before the event. They helped give us new ideas and reinforce our own to make the best experience. We trusted John to run the event and couldn't be happier with the results. We received many compliments from our guests on the music variety and on John as a DJ. FYI, we never write reviews, but we were so impressed with John and Cyndi that we want to support them in any way we can. We wish them every success and happiness.

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Fantastic DJ for a Busy Wedding Day!!

We had a very hectic and long wedding day with a ton of children at the reception. John was fantastic at handling the craziness of the crowd and the day - highly, highly recommend!!

We used Dance Syndicate for sound, lights and DJ - all great.

Sarah Sent on 10/21/2019

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Best dj ever!

We LOVE John!! Thank you so so so much for everything you did for us leading up to our wedding and the day of! Super detail oriented and kept the crowd going during the reception!!! HIRE HIM!!

Maria Sent on 09/30/2019

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Simply, the best! Beyond expectation!

John at Dance Syndicate Entertainment was not only extremely easy to work with and professional he intuitively brilliantly expanded on the limited play list we presented him. His energy and expertise at his craft contributed to the success of our wedding celebration. He was so good the neighbors (not actually in attendance at our wedding) told us how much they enjoyed the music at our party! He was a major component of the best night of our lives! Bravo to John and his company!

Brittany Sent on 07/28/2019

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Absolutely amazing

Absolutely the BEST dj team ever!!! Cindy and John made the entire process so easy and enjoyable! On the day of, they took care of everything and made our wedding an amazing party! I would recommend them to anyone getting married! They were professional, kind and are part of the family!

Lindsey Sent on 07/09/2019

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The best DJ with great prices

Absolutely fantastic! Gets the crowd going, makes sure your guests are having fun. Very interactive with the group, plays amazing music and takes requests. Everybody told me how great he was and that he was the best DJ. Had the absolute best time. Thanks so much John!! You won’t be disappointed. I wanted my wedding to be a big party and John made that happen.

David Sent on 05/20/2019

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Unforgettable Experience!

We initially hired Dance Syndicate through a referral from our venue coordinator. After meeting John and his wife Cyndi in person for the first time, we knew we were in good hands! Not only did they show up with a pre-planned program and great recommendations for our reception, but also did us the kindness of walking through our venue to brainstorm on decor, table layouts, and lighting. We loved them so much that we also purchased uplighting and projection lighting for the ballroom (even at a discount!). Our DJ of the night, Randy, also called us in advance to go over details and was amazing to work with. On the night of the wedding, he delivered a fantastic music set from start (grand entrance) to finish (last dance). Throughout the reception, he was energetic, funny, and entertaining; many of our guests came up to us and complimented how good the DJ was! If you are looking for a professional, friendly, and competent DJ experience for any of your event needs, I’d highly recommend the dynamic team at Dance Syndicate.

Samantha Sent on 03/24/2019

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Above amazing company

John and Cyndi made our wedding, we still have guest giving us compliments on how John kept the whole wedding dancing, laughing and enjoying every minute. Not only did they keep us beyond entertained they made sure everything went smoothly leading up to the wedding and during the wedding. They took the time and sat down with us making sure they had the contacts of all our vendors just Incase they needed to contact anyone for us. When people say something big always happens the day of your wedding, they are not kidding haha. My florist was supposed to arrive at 1pm she never showed I began to panic, Cyndi looked at me and calmed me down and said I’m on it. She made phone calls to try and get me something at this short notice and found someone, then my florist showed up 20 mins before the ceremony was about to start. Cyndi handled it all without me ever asking. I don’t know what I would have done if I did not have them making our day as special as they did. From the bottom of our heart thank you so very much John and Cyndi V.

Veronica Sent on 11/17/2018

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Packed dance floor!

John was amazing! After a last minute venue change (and a stressed bride), John assured me he would make sure everyone had a great time. He was right! Our dance floor was packed the whole time and everyone was saying it was the funniest wedding they’ve been to. All thanks to John!

Denise Sent on 11/05/2018

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Exceptional Experience with Dance Syndicate!

John Villa and his wife Cyndi were amazing from the first phone call we had with them. They had a detailed timeline that worked perfectly with our venue. John took the time to learn about us as a couple and our journey to understand the type of vibe we wanted for our big day. John is charismatic, personable, and professional. His music made our reception very memorable. During the dinner hour, John would check in with me and my husband to see if we needed anything or needed to alter the timeline. We appreciated all of John and Cyndi's help on our big day. We HIGHLY recommend going with Dance Syndicate!

Linda Sent on 11/04/2018

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Amazing experience!

We were referred to Dance Syndicate by our wedding coordinator and she was right on target with her recommendation! John and Cindy were an absolute pleasure to work with. We were on a super tight budget and were blown away by the quality and service along with them being able to work with our budget. My husband and I had great initial meetings with John about the type of music we wanted and he had great suggestions for special moments for music that we didn't even think about. Our DJ for our event was Mark and he was fantastic! Easy to communicate with, friendly, energetic, and we loved having him at our wedding. Thanks Dance Syndicate!

Nicole Sent on 10/08/2018

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Dj John was amazing! Him and Cindy are very personable to work with. They were very easy to get in contact with as well which is a plus when you’re already stressed! The music choices were great and every one was dancing. Great lighting, good sound system, all around positive things to say. If I ever needed another DJ this would be the company I’d go with. Thank you for making our day so special.

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Nancy Sent on 06/28/2018

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We are so grateful that our wedding coordinator recommended Dance Syndicate Entertainment! Cyndi and John were so helpful and attentive and our DJ Steve was fantastic! We made the rookie mistake of hiring an acquaintance for our wedding DJ and she backed out a few days before. Stranded and thinking we would be playing Spotify at our wedding the team at Dance Syndicate swooped in and saved the day! Seriously you guys are amazing and we are so grateful we found you. Steve was extraordinary and took all the requests including my brother-in-law's for Immigrant song by Led Zeppelin. Don't think twice call them, you won't regret it.

Courtney Sent on 03/24/2018

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John was the DJ at our wedding in January, and he did an amazing job! Everyone stayed dancing till the last song! Not only did he pull of playing the hits, but he also played Greek music! Our wedding was half American and half Greek, and everyone was impressed! He also had a few tricks up his sleeve that were very clever, and crowd engaging! Thank you John for being awesome!!!

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Alyse Sent on 03/16/2018

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John with Dance Syndicate is without a doubt the best way to go for your wedding DJ!! Everything from the start was a great experience with this company. He was recommended to us by a work friend and we also happened to see him DJ our friends wedding. He was very professional, but also really cool and laid back. My husband and I liked that a lot because we wanted a DJ that could interact well with people and be flexible. John met with us multiple times to answer all of our questions and we were able to get to know each other over some delicious Mexican food! He added all of the song requests to the reception and our guests were so happy to hear their song. We had so much fun dancing with our family and friends and really enjoyed his funny and unique ways to interact with our guests. I would highly recommend him to anyone I knew that was planning a wedding. He took the stress out of everything...even when we got our preferred playlist to him really late! Thanks John for making our wedding very special. It truly was a pleasure working with you.

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Melissa Sent on 03/13/2018

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John is simply, "the best"!! Recommended by a friend, I contacted John many months before our wedding. Since the first day we spoke, I knew that he would be a great M.C. and DJ for our wedding. John took the time to get to know us and scope out our style. We expressed what we wanted/didn't want and he took everything we said into consideration and developed the perfect timeline for our wedding. I knew that I didn't have to worry or stress out on the day of our wedding. We let John handle everything and he did an AMAZING job!!! John checked in on us during our reception to make sure we were were doing ok and making sure we were happy and having fun, which we definitely were. Everything flowed well, our guests had a lot of fun, and my husband and I had the best time of our lives (so far). Our wedding reception was everything we wanted, and more. We were thrilled that all of our guests had a blast and they continue to this day to tell us how much fun our wedding was. It couldn't have been done if John was not there. Thank you, Dance Syndicate for giving us a wedding reception we will never forget!!

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Mia Sent on 10/24/2017

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John was referred to us by one of our close friends and he did an amazing Job at our wedding. He kept the party going and engaged with all my guests, played amazing music and kept everything to schedule. Everyone had such an amazing time and loved our DJ John. He is the best DJ ever and a pleasure to work with. Thank you John for making our wedding so much fun!

Rhoda Sent on 07/21/2017

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What else can I say but THANK YOU JOHN!! My wedding was so amazing & I owe a huge part of that to this guy. My guests were so impressed with how smooth everything went & my dance floor was packed all night long! John is the ABSOLUTE BEST! Thank you again!! xoxo Rhoda & Dominic

Rachel Sent on 07/03/2017

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John villa at dance syndicate is awesome! He made my reception so much fun. We had an American/Mexican wedding and he did a great job mixing these types of genres. He had the guests play different games at their table (during the downtime waiting for dinner) and it kept them SO entertained--everyone was laughing and having fun. I recommend John and this company for any type of DJing you need. He's very flexible, responsive to your wants and needs, and makes you feel like family by making sure things are the way you like.
Thank you John for helping us have such a fun wedding reception! It's u forgettable

Karina Sent on 12/19/2016

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John Villa is the absolute best!! Professional, punctual and so much fun! He completely understands the importance of special events and easily works with you to create the perfect atmosphere you have envisioned. He's flexible and will find any genre of music you need. We have utilized his Emcee and DJ services for multiple events including our wedding. Choose him. You will have a DJ for life!

Alex Sent on 10/07/2016

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My wife and I got married on October 1, 2016 at Castle Green in Pasadena, CA and needed a DJ for our event. We interviewed several vendors but never fit what we need because they were either: too expensive, not responsive and late, or their styles seem fake (throwing in a fake English accent when they lived in America since they were born). We ended up interviewing John Villa, a friend's friend for the gig. Not only did he offer DJing our event, he also was able to offer us lighting, and be our officiant as well (he was ordained in California)! So he was a one stop shop to take care of 3 things at once!

So when we did the interview, we realized he was just as sarcastic and had a sick sense of humor like my wife and myself. It made conversation much easier and comfortable that we could talk about cupping each other balls (I have no idea how that got in the conversation). That being put aside, he is also a perfectionist like myself and wants to know detail by detail, line by line, about everything. He also acted similar to a wedding coordinator and has great ideas on how to make everything flow seamless. For example, we ended up doing a grand entrance for the bridal party as well as the bride and groom. Rather than going back to our seats, he had us stay there, do a group photo (as he mentioned that most of the time you don't get good pictures after the ceremony cause everyone is doing their own thing), and then shoot to the first dance as all the gusts have already been seated and facing the dance floor. This is just ONE example of the tricks of his sleeve to make things seamless.

He went along with everything we had to say. He had great opinions on certain things but we didn't use all of them. But since we had a Vietnamese wedding with Vietnamese names, he learned the names with us (btw, he's not Vietnamese) and did a great job of learning them. We wanted to roast our bridal party and he helped us put together jokes that caught everyone off guard

Renee Sent on 08/03/2016

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We highly recommend using DJ John Villa. He DJd our wedding, my cousins wedding, and my sisters wedding. Each one was such a blast! John knows how to get the party started, keep it going, and make some moments very magical. He will go above and beyond and makes a great connection with you. He is incredibly organized and I put my full faith in him- he was amazing!

Toni Sent on 05/09/2016

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John Villa did an amazing job with our wedding! He made sure it was fun and stayed on track! He is amazing at what he does and I would highly recommend him to anyone!!

Stephanie Sent on 11/15/2015

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This is a review for John and Dance Syndicate for the outstanding service we received for our wedding that took place in October, 2015. We had the great pleasure of working with John and booked his services 7 months before our event. He was referred to us by my mom and sister which witnessed John's quality of service as DJ during my mom's holiday party. From the moment we spoke to him on the phone to learn about his services to the day of our wedding, he not only delivered what he promised but also helped make the entire crazy wedding experience a more relaxed, organized and less stressful one. He has 20+ years experience and we really felt at ease and knew we could count on him. He is truly a great MC, great DJ and extremely reliable person. He was willing to work with our tight budget and always provided great service and was quick at responding when we had questions. He day of was amazing! Great ceremony music he helped us choose, sound was on point, and then followed a reception to remember for years to come - awesome music that kept guests dancing and talking about for days, fun games during dinner, outstanding reception coordination and excellent equipment and lighting. John, I hope you are reading this: we are forever grateful for you being part of our special day and for making it extra memorable. Thank you!!!

Jessica Sent on 07/31/2015

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John is the best DJ that we could've asked for our wedding day. He did both our ceremony and reception, which were in two different locations. John made everything work and run very smoothly. Our guests loved him and the fact that he did not let the party stop, he kept the ball rolling ALL NIGHT! He definitely went above and beyond for us; we are really greatful for having him as our DJ. He is definitely not just like any other DJ, you can tell that this isn't just a hobby for him this is his passion and he loves what he does. If you're shopping around for a DJ give John a chance you won't regret it!

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People are still talking about how great the music was at our wedding! John did an amazing job of helping us with music selection, playing the right thing at the right time - hitting our cues, and NOT playing the cheesy stuff. He was a pleasure to work with at every meeting we had with him prior to the wedding - really made it easy. He even set up a second sound system and did extra lighting for us without asking. Really made our night special - Definitely recommend him.

Bridgit Sent on 06/09/2015

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We were so FORTUNATE to have John Villa as our DJ/Emcee at our daughter's wedding. From the pre-planning sessions, hearing what the couple wanted, and being flexible throughout the day of the wedding truly made the experience so seamless. John was extraordinarily professional, listened to what our daughter wanted while providing wonderful insight and suggestions on how we could make the day even more special. Throughout the day he continually checked in with us to make sure that things were going well, if we needed something more from him, and he went out of his way to ensure that we were enjoying ourselves. John made certain that the timeline was adhered to, never allowing a lull in the action.The dance floor was never empty due to John's ability to judge the reaction of the guests and changing the music if necessary. His selection of music was fantastic and he made sure it crossed the generations. As an Emcee, John got the crowd excited, had them involved in so many ways, from the entrance to the bouquet toss, he managed the entire reception. We cannot begin to tell you the number of people who told us DURING the reception how fabulous our DJ was, and a few days later, John is still referenced as being the best DJ/Emcee they have ever heard. We would hire John again in a heartbeat. John is so attentive, very knowledgeable, super easy-going, tremendously personable, and never once made the event about him - - it was always about our daughter and her husband . We HIGHLY RECOMMEND John for any event you are planning. John we are incredibly grateful for your thoughtfulness and diligence in providing Caitlin, Ryan, and all of our guests a truly memorable wedding/reception experience.

William Sent on 04/28/2015

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We can't say enough great things about John Villa and Dance Syndicate Entertainment. John is a true professional and one of the nicest guys you will ever meet. My husband and I were planning a wedding reception for our one year wedding anniversary and we had a lounge/club theme in mind. We wanted to make sure that we had a music list that spoke to the different generations that were going to be there, plus represent our own tastes in music. John was very receptive and had a lot of great suggestions for play lists. We were able to give him some song selections so he could get an idea of what we were going for and he was able to run with it and build a great selection of songs for the party. All night during our reception, all we received were complement after complement on how great the music variety was and how the majority of the crowd were on the dance floor almost all the time. He was very good about judging the crowds and switching up the music to get the crowd going again. In addition to his great DJ skills, he was very instrumental in being our Emcee during the first portion of our reception. He got the crowd excited during our entry, he read a great introduction for our first dance and found a great instrumental version of our favorite song to play when we renewed our wedding vows in front of our family and friends. When you hire John, you're not just getting a great DJ or Emcee, you're getting someone who is reliable, attentive, friendly and a true professional. You won't go wrong with John. We highly recommend him and will continue to do so to all of our family and friends. Thanks John for making our night a memorable one.

Aley Sent on 02/07/2015

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I shopped around for a wedding DJ/ MC for our wedding ceremony and reception, and I found a guy I thought seemed great and professional. After a little back and forth conversing, something felt off about that guy. To keep my options open, I asked our venue for their preferred DJ/ MC. Lo and behold, they gave me John Villa’s info. I called John to see how he compared, not trying to pit them against each other. Even if I had gone with the other DJ, John was supportive of whatever direction I went and told me to call him anytime if I had questions. Even if I didn’t hire him. Suffice it to say, we went with John. I met him later at a bridal show in Whittier. I can’t review the other entertainers at Dance Syndicate, but I could not be more satisfied and thrilled that John was the one at our wedding. Here’s a list of his characteristics that make him an amazing guy to work with. He is
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These are just some of the qualities that you will notice right off the bat. He takes care of the bride he works with, and he really helps you out if you’re feeling overwhelmed!
He provides up-lighting and GOBO’s if you want (which he can help tailor to your colors), and he can really help to bring the room together with spotlights etc. He was continuously asking me if I needed any extra set up help before the ceremony (Again, he’s amazing!), and even though I didn’t, I was more relaxed that day knowing I had the extra support.
My husband raves about how he kept everybody moving on the dance floor (even dancing up on stage along with the crowd), seamlessly transitioned for music and events (garter toss, cake cutting, toasts), and how easy he is to talk to and work with even throughout the craziness of the wedding day.

If you want vendors you will love before, during, and after the wedding (or any event), you will not go wrong with John Villa!

Jeanne Sent on 10/10/2014

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My wedding would not have been perfect without the professionalism and talent that John showed. Everyone boasted about him and how wonderful the music was. One of the biggest compliments was that when someone requested a song he played it right away! From young to old, he had every type of music for a spectacular event. As the bride, you had me dancing all night long and I loved the evening. It truly would not have been so successful without you.

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Amy Sent on 10/04/2014

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John V. did an amazing job and made it a great wedding. Things happened that were out of my control and he stepped in and helped. It made it so much easier and less stressful. I recommend him most definitely. He does more than just a dj roll, he helped get my husband and i served with food and drinks, poured the cider for a toast, was flexable on songs, and was great at going from one transition to the next. Excellent job john.

Maggie Sent on 09/16/2014

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John was amazing! He went far and beyond to ensure that everyone at our wedding was having a good time. John was very helpful and attentive to all of our needs, he was able to work with any situation and do things on the fly if needed.

Judith Sent on 08/12/2014

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John did an amazing job! I decided to go with John for my wedding in July after seeing him in my cousin's fifteenth party. He was all I expected and more. He really made me and fiance feel really at ease because he was very professional and it was obvious he knew what he was doing. He has a great personality and really knows how to get a crowd going. He was able to really find a balance between the music my most of my guests and enjoyed and what me and fiance really enjoyed ( I had many family members come in from Colombia and Mexico.) John was also able to help us and give us great suggestions with other details, for instance around how long the slide show should be and other things like that. I would really recommend him to any bride! And not to mentioned he recommended me to his amazingly talented cousin John Torres, which was my favorite part of my wedding along with John Villa.

Liz Sent on 05/29/2014

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John came through for us as our emcee/DJ. He really knows how to get the crowd going and works hard at his craft. He made sure that all of the little details and ideas that we had planned became a reality. I'd recommend him for other events. No complaints.

Morgan Sent on 05/01/2014

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John was great. I couldn't have asked for a better DJ. He was easy to work with fun, and he made my wedding even more special.

Joseliz Sent on 04/30/2014

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A real master of ceremony! Things always don't go according to plan but his flexibility in carrying out changes made our reception running smoothly and lively.. Truly made our wedding day memorable.

Nichole Sent on 04/30/2014

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John was amazing! We used John for our wedding ceremony and reception. From the first meeting John was extremely helpful and attentative throughout the wedding planning process. He kept everyone entertained and had a great sense of humor. He was very conscientious of the diverse crowd we had and played a wide variety of music that kept everyone happy. John also did up lighting throughout the room that gave the whole ballroom an entirely different look. John surely did not disappoint on my rainy wedding day! He even made my husband and I plate of food!

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I have had the pleasure of seeing DJ John in action during many different events that I've attended within the past years. There are no words to justify his level of professionalism, care, and ability to transform any celebration into the best party ever. In my personal experience, whether it's a casual school sponsored dance party for middle schoolers or a classy wedding affair, John, in his versatility, is always able to create an atmosphere that fits our vision. He goes above and beyond to make sure every detail is personalized to fit our needs, and in doing so, was able to create a wedding that is unique to me and my (now) husband.

It has been one month since our wedding. While all of our friends have long forgotten the little details of our special day, they are STILL raving (to the point of yelling while speaking passionately) about "our awesome and amazing DJ." They often speak of his ability to "read the room" and use his discernment to make appropriate song choices to keep the energy up. Most of our guests are not typically very enthusiastic about dancing. Somehow, John was able to get everyone up and dancing for the ENTIRE night. We needed a bigger dance floor! Our wedding also had a lot of very traditional, non-English speaking guests. John, as our MC, did a great job in making things clear and including them in the activities. He mingled well with the guests and made them feel very comfortable. We wish we could take full credit when our guests say, "That was the best and most fun reception I've ever been to!," but we know WITH CERTAINTY that it was because of John. From beginning to end, we never had to worry about the flow of the day. He had it all taken care of, and he rocked at it. It is with great confidence that we give John and Dance Syndicate our highest recommendation for anyone who may be looking for a DJ, MC, or lighting specialist. It will be one of the best decisions you make for your event.

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Dance Syndicate Entertainment was AWESOME!! John Villa, our DJ extraordinaire, was so much fun. He was very personable and easy to talk to. He got to know my husband and I and personalized our music based on our selection and his suggestions. John was a wonderful MC as well. He got the party started at the right time and the timeline down perfectly so everything flowed and all of our guests had an amazing time. John had ideas that we hadn't even thought of which made our wedding special and unique. He's done a few of our friends/families weddings now and it is such a pleasure to see him at other events. I would highly recommend John from Dance Syndicate. They are very professional and extremely knowledgeable in their craft.

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We used Dance Syndicate for a 60th birthday party. The music was fabulous, but the lights, equipment and props added even more to the total party experience. Our excitement level was increased several notches.

Alice Sent on 08/29/2013

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John! I am so glad we met and I’m so thankful you were the DJ at my daughter’s wedding! You are a wonderful person and an amazing DJ. The reception was completely enjoyable and you made it happen. You are a professional and you know how to get the party started and keep it going. When I arrived I was impressed with your equipment, set-up, and I appreciated that you worked with the venue’s indoor/outdoor layout. Many of our guests complimented your flair. I look forward to our paths crossing again, and I’m sure it will be at our next celebration!

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Amazing job :) after the wedding all my guest would say how awesome the dj was. He really knows how to throw a party and make the room dance!!

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John is by far the best DJ ever! very professional, on schedule, very caring, great energy, positive attitude, very helpful in every step of the way, works with clients on choosing the type of music desire and is very considerate to his clients/guest. My husband and I love John and his crew. We highly recommend John. In fact my guest loved him and he actually was booked for an event shortly after my wedding and was wonderful as well. We have gotten a lot of great compliments on John and his service. I will recommend him over and over. We will book him for our next big event. Thank you John so much we love you.
Val

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John was very easy to work with and he had such positive enegry during the whole night. He was ready with all the music genres from ballroom to hip hop and was able to mix them in seamlessly. The danceflorr was never empty.

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I WOULD TOTALLY RECOMEND! John is the best D.j and master of ceremony i'v ever met. He was amazing at our wedding he was on top of everything on schedule made sure that all my vendor were ready with what they had to do, that took a lot of stress of me..he also gave us a lot of ideas for our wedding things that we would've never thought that we could do, and that made a HUGE diffrence.. The music was awesome he did a great job at mixing the diffrent kind of music that we requested, he kept that dance floor full at all time we got a lot of complements from guests about the music and the DJ being one of the best!!!
Thankyou so much John and to your assistant Joe for being part of my special day YOU GUYS ROCK!!!!!

Melanie Sent on 07/13/2012

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John from Dance Syndicate Entertainment is truly a great guy and there is a reason he was the DJ not only for my wedding, but both of my brothers too! I first met him thanks to my oldest brother's wedding and at the end of the reception, I went up to John and told him that he's definitely going to be our DJ when I get married (I was not even engaged yet, but that's how great he was!). He probably thought I was joking at the time, but 19 months (and another brother's wedding) later, there John was, DJing and emceeing our wedding! He's great to work with and I highly recommend him! He has driven so far to meet with us, and he makes everything so easy. He is extremely reliable, kind and genuine. John is the man and he knows what he's doing!

Nicole Sent on 06/11/2012

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John from Dance Syndicate was the best. DJs can make or break your wedding and I'm so glad we were referred to him. We met with him twice before the wedding (he came all the way to Orange County during the week for us) and went over every detail. John is very detailed and organized, which is a must for receptions. Our venue messed up when it came to our photo slideshow, for some reason the music wouldn't play...so I told John the songs that went with the slideshow and he played them to go along with the slideshow. Mind you it was in the middle of the reception, so there was a lot going on as is. He faded each song out to go with the next section of the slideshow and you couldn't even tell there was an issue. It was such a good save! He was on point with the reception timeline and even got out on the dance floor during some of the dances. He had a lot of great ideas to make our reception unique. John also showed up early (well dressed too) and stayed late. We were beyond pleased with his service.

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Hello everyone just wanted you guys to know that we had a Quinceanera for my daughter this past weekend and we had John as our Entertainer and he was excellent. He made the party run really smooth, he keep the guests entertained, he did the Macarena, Electric Slide, YMCA, Chacha Slide, played all the good music we requested and he also did the lighting in the room which made the room look spectacular I would definitely recommend Dance Syndicate for your next

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I highly recommend John as a DJ for your event. Beyond the basics of having talent, an ear for music and entertainment, he truly cares about his profession and wants to make you happy with whatever that means to you. Our wedding was made BETTER because John was our DJ. We discussed before hand what I wanted but John was also able to feel the mood in the room and adjust were needed (which I think is very important because somethings you just can't predict, so you need a DJ that can move with the mood and get people movin!) Everybody danced and had an amazing time and if it wasn't for John I can't say our wedding would have turned out so well. I am so grateful he was there on my wedding day!!!

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John did an amazing job at our wedding. He kept us on a schedule and was very energetic and kept the crowd pumped up. He was always very responsive. He definitely helped make our wedding day more memorable. We highly recommend his services to anyone looking for a DJ/Mcee.

Kara Sent on 06/08/2011

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What can I say about John??? First we've had John dj at all our family's weddings, once we heard him at my brothers we knew he will be with us forever!! When I got engaged my fiance and I immediatly called John and he was always there to help with the planning, providing options for music, etc.

The great thing is that we were so comfortable with John that we left the music selections in his hands. John was nothing short of amazing!! I have some pretty fun friends who love to party, John had everyone on the dance floor till last call! The variety of music was perfect.

Now price, this guy provides supurb service at an amazing price! He was able to fit into our budget and good thing because we didn't want any other dj! My Dad has asked John (at all my siblings weddings) to stay later than contracted, John was always accomodating. John even loaded all his equipment into my parents hotel suite to continue the party there, he has climbed stairs and been out on the balcony just to provide these memories for us. I can't say enough about him!!

Thank you John and Dance Syndicate for making my wedding so memorable and an event that topped all weddings!! I love you and can't wait for the next event!!

~Kara

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World class 5 star wedding DJ and lighting - The best in Los Angeles period.

He is a true professional, super entertaining, technically knowledgeable, understands the needs couples have during wedding time and understands and appreciates weddings. He is highly attentive and provides so much or a very small cost.

We are so glad the we hired John/Dance Syndicate to do our wedding. He really went beyond the call of duty and gave us fantastic MC services, great music, fantastic lighting, and a lot of personal attention.

John oversaw everything on my wedding day, all announcements, kept up with scheduled events, made sure everyone was doing what they were supposed to and cued for each speech and next activity. He even made sure that all my reception dinner candles were lit while we were at the ceremony.

We highly recommend this DJ and lighting service for all couples looking to make their wedding easy to manage, fun, beautiful and highly entertaining.

Thank you John, for making our day extra fantastic!

Sean and Olga
April 16, 2011 wedding

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This DJ was absolutely flawless, perfect, and if I go on will definitely run out of positive adjectives for this guy. His energy was great, his creativity with the games, responsiveness to the crowd, and just his overall energy were just on point. Before the wedding he is very thorough and ensures that all of your needs are met. Twice. During the wedding he will blow the roof off, and after the wedding there is nothing left to do but hope you're at a wedding he is DJing because he is that good.

Props to you Dance Syndicate. You're absolutely the best.

Amy Sent on 06/15/2010

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AMAZING!! John did an excellent job of making our wedding happen. I had no idea how important a DJ is for a reception. Luckily, John does! He took the time to contact all of my vendors so that he could truly be a Master of the Ceremony. And all the while he had people eating, drinking, dancing and singing. He was able to make my ideal wedding party happen. He even got some obscure songs that we wanted to have played. People are still talking about what a fun DJ we had. Young and old alike we’re on the dance floor the whole night. No stress, no worries just a great time! He is awesome. You will be so happy you have John on board for the big day!

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John knows how to throw a party that your guests will not forget! He seems to be able to read what works for your guests and what doesn't and quickly adjusts. The dance floor was packed the entire night with both the young and the old. Honestly, people who usually never dance were on the dance floor, dancing! Not only did John provide an excellent atmosphere with his music and entertainment, John helped save our party when the lighting in our tent was barely exsistant. John got on a ladder, installed extra lighting and repositioned some of the lighting, out of our guests eyes. So many people complimented us on our DJ! He is a hard-working, diligent professional who I wholeheartedly recommend.

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John V. Is the very best .... He provided me with services for my wedding .He worked with me as far as my budget. We met to exchange the info as far as music I wanted and of course the music we were going to use for the ceremony. He was @ my reception/wedding on time ( actually he was there before me) setting up talking to guest getting any request from them as far as if anyone wanted to give a speech. He had my friends and family danceing the night away.Everyone @ my wedding complaimented me on the DJ he played nice music during the time evryone was being seated to the time he announce my wedding party. all our requsts were filled and EVERYONE had a great time . HE IS THE MAN. Not once did he seem upset with me consdiering I kept changing songs on him and requesting things... He would email me back within 30 min. he would return calls promptly ......Always sounded happy and cheerful..... You would not regret hiring him for any of your music needs........

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John villa was great; He went above and beyond for our wedding. My guest loved the music and the entertainment that he did with great photo opportunity! He helped pick out a lot of are music and guided us when picking music. His price was great too! I would highly recommended Dance Syndicate Entertainment.
Tiffany Espinosa.

Carol Sent on 08/19/2009

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John Villa was our DJ and he did a fantastic job! He took time to meet with us to discuss the type of music we wanted played and the atmosphere we were looking for. Everyone had such a great time and we got many compliments throughout the reception about the music. He's great at getting people to interact with each other and does a fantastic job at keeping us "on schedule" throughout the reception so that everything went smoothly. I highly recommend him!

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Our DJ John Villa came as a recommendation from a co-worker of mine, and i couldnt be more pleased that we chose him to be our DJ. He really set the tone of the wedding getting everyone on the dance floor. He had so many great ideas and props to keep all the guests wanting more. We had so many people tell us he was the best DJ they'd seen. He played all of the music my husband and I chose, and was able to read the crowd to see what else they enjoyed.
John also took the time to make sure my husband and i were having fun, if we needed anything, or any special requests from others. He also coordinated with the photographer to make sure all our special moments were captured.
John Villa is an exceptional DJ. I would definitely recommend him!

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John sure knows how to make people leave their seats and rush the dance floor!! He gets everyone involved with fun props and wedding games. They also provided us with our wedding slide show that broght many happy and memorable tears to a lot of our guests!

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