Questions & Answers
We know you have questions and that's a good thing. The more you care about the outcome of your event, the more you will love and appreciate our specialized services. We love our business and we love to assist our clients every way possible and insure their event is even better than they imagined. We have listed some common questions and answers here but invite you to call us direct for more information or to arrange a personal consultation with our friendly, knowledgeable professionals.
Does your service provide a written contract?
Absolutely! We can’t stress enough how important it is to have a written contract with your service provider. If they say you don’t need one, run and run fast. A contract outlines important details like starting and ending times and where the event will take place so there is no discrepancies on the ever so important big day.
How much time is required for set up?
This varies depending on what additional options our clients choose choose but generally we request between I 1/2 and 2 hours prior to the starting time. We always give ourselves extra time for any delays that could occur.
What types of music do you play?
Our music library rivals large radio stations accept we carry a much bigger variety. This includes: 50s, 60s, 70s, 80s, 90s, Acoustic, Big Band, Classic Rock, Classical, Country, Dance, Disco, Ethnic, Folk, Funk, Gospel, Hip Hop, Instrumental, Jazz, Motown, Oldies, Pop, Punk, R&B, Rock, Soul, and Swing. Very few companies have invested so much time and money in a music library to insure that our clients can have just about any song their hearts desire.
Will you take song requests from our guests at our event?
Yes! We not only take requests from you and your guests but actually play them too. We always use our experience and best judgment to decide if the requested song is appropriate for the event. We also make every effort to purchase and play songs you or your guests request that are not included in our vast library. You can even tell us songs you prefer DO NOT get played at your event.
What is the attire of the Disc Jockey entertainers?
The attire depends on what type of event we are doing but we always dress appropriately for every event and we wear suits for formal events.
Do you have liability insurance?
Yes, this is so important for both the client and our company and most of the banquet facilities require it. Surprisingly, only a handful of services are professional enough to purchase it and we highly recommend you avoid anyone who cannot provide proof. We carry a $1,000,000 policy which is ALWAYS available upon request.
Can we meet our designated Disc Jockey entertainer before the event?
Yes, we always arrange a meeting with the DJ/MC to go over your event timeline from start to finish to insure nothing is missed.
Does your service charge extra for travel expenses?
We do not charge for travel expenses if your location is less than 30 miles from our office. A surcharge may apply for downtown Chicago and locations beyond our primary area that require extensive travel and hotel accommodations.
Do you specialize in any ethnic type events?
We do many different ethnic events every year including Asian, Croatian, Greek, Irish, Italian, Jewish, Latin, Polish, Serbian and many more. We even have bilingual disc jockeys on our team. We work very closely with our clients to make sure their event is exactly what they want.
Do you have back-up Disc Jockeys and equipment in the event of an emergency?
YES! This is very important. Many services are part time single operators and do not have any back-up plan. We have multiple Disc Jockeys and one is always available for an emergency. Our service has been around for over 30 years and we have one of the most solid reputations in the business. We also carry extra equipment including just in case something something isn't working properly.
Can the DJ/MC stay longer if we want them to?
Yes in most cases we can play beyond the scheduled time as long as you have made arrangements with your facility. Our fee for extended time is $100 per half hour and should be paid to the DJ/MC prior to the scheduled ending time.
Should we tip tour DJ/MC at the event?
Gratuities are NEVER expected but ALWAYS appreciated. We always work very hard to insure that you and your guests have the best possible party as possible. At the end of the night, if you feel the we have gone above and beyond your expectations it certainly makes our night to receive one. Generally speaking, gratuities range between $50 and $200 depending on your level of satisfaction.
Does your service provide additional services beyond Disc Jockey entertainment?
YES! We offer many additional services and including Photography, Videography, Musicians, Photo Booths, Room Décor Up Lighting, See Your Name In Lights Spotlight, Memory Montages, and much more. Just ask if you want something not listed. We go out of our way to help you locate anything even if we don't offer it.
Does your service provide a written contract?
Absolutely! We can’t stress enough how important it is to have a written contract with your service provider. If they say you don’t need one, run and run fast. A contract outlines important details like starting and ending times and where the event will take place so there is no discrepancies on the ever so important big day.
How much time is required for set up?
This varies depending on what additional options our clients choose choose but generally we request between I 1/2 and 2 hours prior to the starting time. We always give ourselves extra time for any delays that could occur.
What types of music do you play?
Our music library rivals large radio stations accept we carry a much bigger variety. This includes: 50s, 60s, 70s, 80s, 90s, Acoustic, Big Band, Classic Rock, Classical, Country, Dance, Disco, Ethnic, Folk, Funk, Gospel, Hip Hop, Instrumental, Jazz, Motown, Oldies, Pop, Punk, R&B, Rock, Soul, and Swing. Very few companies have invested so much time and money in a music library to insure that our clients can have just about any song their hearts desire.
Will you take song requests from our guests at our event?
Yes! We not only take requests from you and your guests but actually play them too. We always use our experience and best judgment to decide if the requested song is appropriate for the event. We also make every effort to purchase and play songs you or your guests request that are not included in our vast library. You can even tell us songs you prefer DO NOT get played at your event.
What is the attire of the Disc Jockey entertainers?
The attire depends on what type of event we are doing but we always dress appropriately for every event and we wear suits for formal events.
Do you have liability insurance?
Yes, this is so important for both the client and our company and most of the banquet facilities require it. Surprisingly, only a handful of services are professional enough to purchase it and we highly recommend you avoid anyone who cannot provide proof. We carry a $1,000,000 policy which is ALWAYS available upon request.
Can we meet our designated Disc Jockey entertainer before the event?
Yes, we always arrange a meeting with the DJ/MC to go over your event timeline from start to finish to insure nothing is missed.
Does your service charge extra for travel expenses?
We do not charge for travel expenses if your location is less than 30 miles from our office. A surcharge may apply for downtown Chicago and locations beyond our primary area that require extensive travel and hotel accommodations.
Do you specialize in any ethnic type events?
We do many different ethnic events every year including Asian, Croatian, Greek, Irish, Italian, Jewish, Latin, Polish, Serbian and many more. We even have bilingual disc jockeys on our team. We work very closely with our clients to make sure their event is exactly what they want.
Do you have back-up Disc Jockeys and equipment in the event of an emergency?
YES! This is very important. Many services are part time single operators and do not have any back-up plan. We have multiple Disc Jockeys and one is always available for an emergency. Our service has been around for over 30 years and we have one of the most solid reputations in the business. We also carry extra equipment including just in case something something isn't working properly.
Can the DJ/MC stay longer if we want them to?
Yes in most cases we can play beyond the scheduled time as long as you have made arrangements with your facility. Our fee for extended time is $100 per half hour and should be paid to the DJ/MC prior to the scheduled ending time.
Should we tip tour DJ/MC at the event?
Gratuities are NEVER expected but ALWAYS appreciated. We always work very hard to insure that you and your guests have the best possible party as possible. At the end of the night, if you feel the we have gone above and beyond your expectations it certainly makes our night to receive one. Generally speaking, gratuities range between $50 and $200 depending on your level of satisfaction.
Does your service provide additional services beyond Disc Jockey entertainment?
YES! We offer many additional services and including Photography, Videography, Musicians, Photo Booths, Room Décor Up Lighting, See Your Name In Lights Spotlight, Memory Montages, and much more. Just ask if you want something not listed. We go out of our way to help you locate anything even if we don't offer it.