JohnJ entertainment

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I believe that music is vitally important to your event, it is a major factor in making it a success. Whether it be a wedding, reunion, company function, backyard barbecue or any kind of private party, my goal is to create the right mood and ambiance for your celebration to be memorable! My passion is music but my mission is creating a memorable event! Every event is unique as you are! There are no cookie-cutter playlists! I have over 25 years of experience, with over 30,000 songs in my personal inventory! My collection spans 100 years of music for parties of every kind and size (25 to 250). Weddings, company functions, reunions, and themed parties are my specialty! I am also subscribed to Spotify, Apple Music, and YouTube Music so I have access to millions of songs. Some of the unique weddings that I recently deejayed include: -) An all 80's power rock / power ballad reception. -) A bride wanted none of the overplayed, 'trite' 20 songs that you hear at most weddings (including Love Shack, YMCA, Don't Stop Believing, line dances, etc) ... and the dance floor was still packed! -) Another bride wanted a 'swing' affair - old fashioned Glenn Miller / Andrews Sister plus NewWave Techno Swing -) Another bride wanted no songs released prior to 1990, another wanted absolutely no slow songs, and yet another wanted a heavy metal event! -) In 2024 I deejayed 6 weddings in June and July and 7 different types of events in Aug 2024: a) a 5-hour street festival in St Albans b) a 5-hour grand opening celebration of a business in St Albans c) a multi-year class reunion for 150 alumni in Milton spanning 1944 on d) a 60th b'day party as well as a 70th b'day party e) 2 bar mitzvahs f) 2 nursing home visits g) emceeing a NY record company search for talent (think Ryan Seacrest) as I host a 3-day competition. I'd love to hear what the plans are for your reception / event! I can make it a night you'll remember! Putting a smile on everyone's face and keeping the dance floor packed and moving is most important. If you are looking for a club-style DJ with ear-pounding bass mixes or scratching -- that's not me. But if you want a throwback style DJ that remembers you are the star at your wedding or if you need an emcee for your reunion / corporate event without the 'cheese' of an "are you ready to rumble" announcer, then read on... Why choose John J entertainment? 1) My name is on the door! I don't sub it out to a rotating pool of DJs. You get me and my experience. 2) My price includes travel, lighting and a second sound-system for use at a ceremony (ex: gazebo, arbor), three hours of backup power and more! 3) I offer several discounts: Military, mid-week event, guest size, venue, 'special anniversaries, and themed parties. Please check out my web-site and reviews! (Links here on thumbtack). I look forward to hearing from you! All the best for a healthy and prosperous 2024 and beyond!

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Hired 51 times

Serves South Burlington, VT

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1 employee

16 years in business

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Customers rated this pro highly for professionalism, responsiveness, and value.

Excellent 4.9

61 reviews

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Past Customer

Dec 18, 2024

From Google

What a wonderful time had by all for our holiday team party in Lake Placid while we were there for a hockey tournament! I found them just by googling DJs in the area and Im so happy I found them! John and Mike did a fantastic job keeping both kids and adults entertained the whole night with games and a ton of dancing and singing along to amazing songs! John was amazing from the beginning with communication and reassurance being we were so far away! If I could give them 10 stars I would! We will definitely be using them next year!

JohnJ entertainment's reply

Hi Christina! Mike and I also had a wonderful celebrating with the kids, coaches and parents! What a fun group - you folks can really sing! We are already looking forward to next year! Thanks again for making us part of it! Happy Holiday and best wishes for a safe and prosperous 2025 and beyond! JohnJ

Past Customer

Sep 30, 2024

From Google

John J Entertainment DJd our wedding recently on 9/28/24 in Stowe, VT. The rate that we paid was very affordable. They were extremely communicative since the day that we chose them, and they encouraged us to make our wedding truly ours by choosing songs that meant the world to us, even if it was nontraditional. With my lack of experience planning a wedding, their custom planner made the process of understanding it all so much easier. The music they played tailored to every generation present with a great mix of current and old tunes. We had a small wedding of 50 guests, but John managed to get most of them to tear up the dance floor! They also included certain games to play throughout the reception, my favorite being a game where we had to get a picture with all of our guests from each table in the span of one song. And rather than my husband and I having to sprint to each table and get awkward poses around everyone, they set up chairs in the middle of the area for us to sit in, and our guests had to sprint to us. This created nice-looking group photos for our photographer to capture. This game made my anxiety about getting pictures with all of my guests go away!In short, if you are looking for a DJ for your Vermont wedding, you have found it right here. We promise- John and Mike will not let you down! So hop on it before someone else does!

Past Customer

Aug 5, 2024

From Google

JohnJ Entertainment joined the oncology society and local chemotherapy clinic for a charity fashion show. It was the perfect venue with our DJ John. Everything went smooth because of John, and the event was super fun with great music

JohnJ entertainment's reply

Louise, thank you for the review. I appreciate it, It was wonderful being part of the first (hope to be annual) fundraiser for the chemo clinic. It is such a great cause! Should you hold the event in 2025, I would love to be a part of it! JohnJ

Past Customer

Jul 23, 2024

From Google

We used JohnJ Entertainment as our wedding DJ and could not have been happier. John and his son were responsive to emails, helped guide us in song choice directions when we had decision fatigue, and did a phenomenal job the day/night of. The music played kept the dance floor busy all night, the games were fun, and everyone was really happy with the entertainment.

JohnJ entertainment's reply

Bonnie and Ian, Thank you for the 5-star review. We really appreciate it! Mike and I really enjoyed being apart of your wedding and playing for you, your family and friends. We really liked the request they brought to us, especially the classic, "Time Warp"! We've played that before at October parties, but never before at a wedding. Your guests responded so well to it that I've played it twice since and it's been a huge hit. We wish you and Ian a lifetime of happiness. John&Mike

Amy P.

Apr 2, 2023

Hired on Thumbtack

I hired John for my birthday party. From the start, he made sure that he had the songs that I wanted-even the ones that were not usually played at functions. The communication prior to the party was great. He was at the hall and all set up before I even got there. Tables needed to be moved to create a dance floor which he took care of. He kept the music going with a variety of music that we all loved. He didn't mind the requests from my guests for country, swing, salsa, waltzes, and even the Hora. EVERYONE had a great time. Even our bartender asked about him and said that they may hire him for other functions they have there. I am sorry that this site only allows three options because if I could, I would also include the other two-Value, & Punctuality. If I ever am in need of a dj again, I would hire John again in a heartbeat. Thank you, John for making my party wonderful!

Details: Birthday party • 25 - 49 guests • 31 - 50 years old • 51 or older • 18 - 30 years old • 13 - 17 years old • 12 years old or younger • 80s • Oldies • Rock • Banquet hall or ballroom

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What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
Our all inclusive price includes: SIX HOURS of ceremony and music, free lighting, free second sound system for ceremony use at an arbor/gazebo, no mileage charge, three wireless microphones! At the ceremony, everyone hears the officiant and the wedding couple. I also offer up to $200 in discounts (See below). In addition, I have THREE hours of backup power, so the party can continue, if the lights go out! Currently, our MAXIMUM wedding price for 6 hours is: $1,950. We have 7 discounts which can reduce the price to $1,750 Our price for non-weddings is flexible -- please call -- but the average is about $125 - $150 per hour depending on several factors and discounts. Discounts Available (up to $200 total) Charity events: $100-$200 Military or first responder: $50 Other discounts for party size, location, venue, milestone celebrations, intimate party size (
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
1) An initial phone call to collect information about the venue, event, music desired and potential additional equipment (Karaoke, dry ice) and other associated events (rehearsal dinner, post party, etc) I DO NOT use a cookie-cutter thumb drive from someone else's wedding. You are unique, your tastes are unique, your wedding should be unique. 2) I then assemble various playlists for cocktail, dinner, and dance hours and schedule a follow-up meeting. I prefer this follow-up to be face-to-face but it can be done by phone. When face-to-face we can have fun sampling the playlists and adjust the amount of music style (country, oldies, power 80s, hip/hop, dance, pop, etc). 3) If at a venue, I schedule a walk-thru so I can ensure I will have any necessary equipment to fit within the stage, etc and that they allow such equipment as a dry ice machine. I have 3 sizes of equipment, ensuring the appropriate size for the venue
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I have been performing wedding and event DJ services for over 20 years. I have hosted events at GE and IBM as well as dozens of weddings, parties and reunions. I hosted a radio show for four years in high school and college and have done commercials for radio.