The Best Rap & Hip Hop Wedding Bands & DJs in Lanexa, VA

The Best Rap & Hip Hop Wedding Bands & DJs in Lanexa, VA

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72 Wedding Bands & DJs in Lanexa, VA

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Signature Djs 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,395
  • Serves Lanexa, VA

Signature DJs is owned and managed by Brandon Frazier, ​aka "DJ House". In creating Signature DJs, Brandon recruited a team of professional and experienced DJs and event planners available to meet and exceed all of your needs. During your initial consultation Brandon will match you with the best options based on your preferences and event type. We also offer so many different options to personalize your wedding and make the experience unique for you and your guests. We have lighting, special effects, and even licensed pyrotechnicians on our team that can provide professional fireworks displays to end your night with a BANG!

Awarded Best of Zola
It doesn’t get any better than Signature DJs. We booked Signature DJs for ceremony/reception music, Photo Booth, and uplighting. Brandon and Kellie were more than helpful during the wedding planning process. Signature DJs periodically sent me emails to remind me of anticipated steps to keep me on track. I had already booked my Day-Of Coordinators, but had I not I definitely would have booked Kellie! On the day of our wedding, Signature DJs arrived early and easily set up. Meredith with the photo booth was amazing! Our guests loved the customized photobooth strips! We are so glad that we booked Signature DJs because our wedding would not have been as perfect as it was without their services!
Michèle C., 8 months ago
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Summit Events: DJ, Photobooth & More 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $2,100
  • Serves Lanexa, VA

We believe in providing you service that is attentive, accommodating, and above expectations. Attentive: We will communicate promptly from your initial inquiry to your wedding day. We will also pay attention to the details big and small as well as reading the crowd through out the night to play the right songs at the right time. Accommodating: if you want it you got it. We offer an easy-to-use app to help the planning process. We conduct a thorough consultation to ensure that we know exactly what you want and what you don't want on your big day. This also means that every request no matter how specific is taken seriously.

Awarded Best of Zola
Sean as our DJ and Jason with the Summit Band made wedding reception a total dream! We cannot thank them enough. Communication, booking, and planning was all a breeze. Ben was also so kind on the phone when getting information and booking. 10/10 recommend!!!
Callie C., 4 months ago
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JVMMS Events 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,600
  • Serves Lanexa, VA

I've spent the past 15+ years offering my musical knowledge to events all over the world. That experience translates to DJing weddings and events so seamlessly, from being able to read crowds and deliver exactly what you and your guests want, to managing logistics from the DJ booth in an effortless manner. Whether you want a folk-laden cocktail hour, a classic dinner playlist, or a modern dance party, let me be the one to provide the soundtrack to the most important day of your life!

Awarded Best of Zola
Jeremy was the DJ for my wedding in March 2022. He was so professional throughout the entire process. Despite the fact that we were working off of virtual communication due to distance/Covid, Jeremy absolutely nailed every piece of the reception! Our entrances and first dance were just as I envisioned. Jeremy's amazing music list kept everyone on the dance floor until our last dance. I can't recommend Jamz Events and Jeremy enough!!
Kristen, 2 years ago
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Level Up Entertainment 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Lanexa, VA

Take your experience to the next level! Level Up Entertainment specializes in taking your event to the next level by curating an experience designed with you in mind! Our team of DJs are expert Masters of Ceremonies and Mixologists ensuring that every moment is stress-free, memorable, and fun. Our passion is providing an unforgettable night that is sure to leave your guests talking about it for years to come.

Awarded Best of Zola
I cannot speak highly enough of LevelUpEnt! We worked with Darian and he made our wedding day stress free. Due to some unforeseen family health issues we had a LOT of last minute changes at our reception - but he handle them SO smoothly. So grateful for his professionalism and care for our day!!
Abigail M., 3 months ago
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HiMotive Entertainment & Photobooth 

4.5

  • DJ
  • Starts at $600
  • Serves Lanexa, VA

HiMotive Entertainment is a Event/Wedding entertainment service company operating out of North Carolina. From highly skilled photographers to DJs, Our ultimate goal is to handle all of your audio-visual needs.

Awarded Best of Zola
From the moment we booked HiMotive Entertainment & Photobooth, their communication was fast, easy, and personable. He was incredibly professional and went above and beyond to make our wedding day special. When we accidentally ordered the wrong sparklers, he made a miracle happen and got us some beautiful LED sparklers for our grand exit. And the music was absolutely perfect - our dance floor was so much fun all night long! We couldn't have asked for a better DJ. HiMotive truly delivered an outstanding value and we highly recommend them to any couple planning their wedding.
Rachel A., 24 days ago
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Bachelor Boys Band 

4.9

  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $2,020
  • Serves Lanexa, VA

We're live music experts, wedding enthusiasts, and party starters, infusing every event with energy and full dance floors. We're here to make your wedding the greatest party of your life! The Bachelor Boys are a premium, customizable 3 to 14 piece band specializing in high-energy music–at a sensible price. Reach out to get started! Visit our website for upcoming showcase dates where you can see the band perform LIVE before booking. You can also tailor the dream band to suit your style and budget. We also offer Photo & Video services!

Awarded Best of Zola
Book this band if you want the dance floor PACKED throughout the whole reception, and for them to bring guests to tears during the ceremony. They brought the energy all night long and played exactly the style music we requested the entire night. They were nothing short of phenomenal and we got so many compliments throughout the night and after the wedding. Highly highly recommend! Bachelor Boys Band was so easy to work with throughout the whole process and helped us to create the perfect arrangement of musicians throughout the whole wedding - ceremony, cocktail hour and reception.
Melissa S., 5 months ago
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Skye Dreams Entertainment 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,499
  • Serves Lanexa, VA

Welcome to Skye Dreams Entertainment LLC, where we offer premier DJ, photobooth, and entertainment services for your special events. Our team of skilled professionals is dedicated to providing an unforgettable experience for you and your guests. With a diverse music selection, state-of-the-art equipment, we guarantee to take your event to the next level. Whether it's a wedding, corporate event, or private party, our customized packages are tailored to meet your unique needs and exceed your expectations. Let us help you create memories that will last a lifetime. Contact us today to book your event with Skye Dreams Entertainment LLC.

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Dj Touché truly made planning my wedding a lot easier! I was a very chill bride which to some was great but to others it made things more difficult. Dj Touché has this awesome app that he sends you to choose music and I was overwhelmed with the choices! Dj touché was so patient with me and helped me pick great songs for my wedding! He even freestyled a little and he 100% nailed the vibe! The Photo Booth was truly a hit at my wedding and I had no idea I’d get to see all the pictures people were taking during the wedding! He had the pictures scrolling across the dj booth! He also had pictures of my husband and I displayed during the wedding and I had no idea he was going to do that! 10 out of 10 highly recommend!
Cassandra, 6 months ago
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Direct Entertainment DJ-Photo-Video-Booths 

4.7

  • DJ
  • Starts at $845
  • Serves Lanexa, VA

Choose your perfect wedding DJ, Photographer, Videographer, and Photo Booth with an entertainment company and name you can trust, GUARANTEED. We are as professional and fun as it gets, yet simple and AFFORDABLE. Let our team absorb your stress like a sponge! Since you'll be working exclusively with one company, your entire experience is guaranteed to be a breeze, and you SAVE $100 per service when bundling them.

Awarded Best of Zola
Direct entertainment LLC was just what I needed for my wedding a one stop shop! I was able to get my photographer Dave, Videographer Alex and DJ Chip all at one stop! All 3 were very friendly and accommodating! They discussed with me and helped me with the whole process! Very great to work with, just WONDERFUL!!
Crystal B., 6 months ago
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Posh Life DJ Collective 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,450
  • Serves Lanexa, VA

Posh Life DJ Collective is a boutique DJ entertainment provider, bringing a welcomed alternative to traditional DJ companies. Founded and led by legendary DC nightclub DJ, Brian Sadiarin a.k.a. DJ Geometrix, his 25+ years of professional experience knows how to expertly evoke all of the right emotions for you and your guests with a customized soundtrack for your wedding day and a unique modern party experience that will live rent free in your guests' memories for a very long time.

Awarded Best of Zola
We absolutely canNOT recommend Brian Sadiarin and Posh Life DJ Company more for weddings!! Stop everything you're doing and immediately book Brian if he is available on your date! The #1 thing we heard from everyone who attended our wedding was how incredible our DJ was. The whole booking process with Brian was very seamless - he was extremely responsive, and once you book he provides you with this awesome portal to easily put in all of your preferred music, timeline information, everything and connects to spotify or apple music for you to put in the actual song so there are no mistaking the versions. He even was very flexible in requests and purchased a special song that was not on streaming services for the mother-son dance and worked with my dad who wanted to keep the father-daughter dance a secret from the bride. Our dance floor was FULL for the entire 3 hours of dancing whether or not the bride or groom was on it. Having been to another wedding since, I can say 1,000% how much he contributed to making our wedding night the best celebration ever. It was hard to even leave the dance floor. Extremely experienced at reading a crowd and keeping the vibes up. BOOK IMMEDIATELY - you will not regret it.
Ashlee B., 2 months ago
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Born To DJ, LLC 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,250
  • Serves Lanexa, VA

Born to DJ, LLC, based in North Carolina, offers premier DJ services and specializes in weddings and other private events. Our DJ fills your special day with sounds that create and bring back life-long memories. Our DJ service takes an ordinary event and makes it special. We provide you with a DJ/MC that keeps the momentum going with customized music and an engaging personality. We specialize in several genres, including but not limited to Pop, Hip-Hop/Rap, Country, Top 40, Big Band, Rock, Latin, Motown, Gospel, EDM, Beach Music, and R&B. We have music for all ages ranging from the 1940s to today’s current hits.

Awarded Best of Zola
James was everything we could've asked for while dj-ing our wedding night. He really knew how to keep the crowd going and had the bride and groom dancing throughout the entire reception. He is very approachable and accepting of requests! We truly enjoyed our whole experience with Born to DJ!!
Tatiana, 3 years ago
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DJ Maskell 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Lanexa, VA

DJ Mark Maskell is an experienced wedding DJ in the Washington DC area with a background in DC nightclubs and expertise extending far beyond simply rocking the dancefloor after dinner. In addition to DJing hundreds of weddings over 15+ years, Mark has worked extensively as a wedding coordinator and works closely with clients to ensure that the day flows smoothly.

Awarded Best of Zola
Mark was hands down THE best part of our wedding! He was so helpful during the whole planning process. Any questions we had he gave us the best advice. He doubles down as a “Day of Coordinator” as well, making sure the timeline is down to a tee. The lights he set up in our reception was like nothing I’ve seen at any other wedding. He even had us throw down on the turntable and it was such a fun and unique moment that everyone loved!! It really was electric during party time! Mark is also so friendly and personable. He was our favorite vendor to work with. My advice is to stop scrolling now and BOOK THIS MAN for your wedding!!! You will not regret it. THANK YOU MARK FOR THE BEST DAY EVER!!!!
Danielle S., 9 months ago
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CHEERS, THE COLLECTIVE 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Lanexa, VA

Cheers, The Collective is not just your average DJ service; it’s a brand that combines a passion for music with a heartfelt approach to customer service. We believe we are "Artisans of Cheer". When you book us, you don't just get another vendor but a talented professional who truly cares about your event like it's their own. We are driven by a desire to use the gifts bestowed to us by God to spread joy and excitement to a broader audience.

Awarded Best of Zola
Obehi truly made our wedding night unforgettable! His energy was infectious, and he played ALL of our requested songs. From start to finish, he kept the party alive and ensured everyone had a fantastic time. We couldn't have asked for a better DJ. Highly recommend him for any event!
Madison M., 8 months ago
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District DJ 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $2,050
  • Serves Lanexa, VA

Thank you for considering District DJ for your wedding! We specialize in providing a wide range of services to make your special day truly unforgettable. With our talented DJs, skilled musicians, engaging photo booths, and mood-setting lighting, we have everything you need to create a magical atmosphere. Our dedicated team will work closely with you to understand your preferences and ensure every detail is taken care of. We are proud to collaborate with the esteemed Dan McGuire Group for exceptional musicians and bands. Contact us today to discuss how we can make your wedding day extraordinary and a day you'll always remember!

Jon was highly recommended by our wedding planner (Lissa Marie Weddings and Events), and we immediately hired him after our initial meeting. It really says something when other vendors only have great things to say! He did such a wonderful job on our wedding day and really kepted everything flowing smoothly with no hiccups. Our ceremony sounds was absolutely perfect and the microphones were sooo easy to use and captured all the sound perfectly. Jon was great at making announcements, (even though it wasn't planned) like when he had to tell people to go to cocktail hour. We also had a photobooth package with him and the attendant did such a great job running the booth. It was definitely the most popular event and our families still raves about the pictures they took! From the moment we met Jon, he was just so easy to talk to and knew exactly what we wanted for the day when we shared our vision. Jon is so professional, supportive, and positive, and I can't imagine having someone else on our special day. He is definitely worth the money and I would hire him again without a doubt for any event!
Wendy G., 9 months ago
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Dream Team Events 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Lanexa, VA

Our mission is simple, to provide your magical day with amazing memories that will last you a lifetime. From every moment of planning with us in our consultations, to your ceremony where we provide the best sound system as the bride walks to her future husband, and all the way to each song requests that you desire to be planned throughout the night. Your dance party will be a fist pumping, top of the lungs singing, crowd-surfing, and dancing all night type of party!

We’d highly recommend Dream Team Events! Everyone we worked with was very professional and polite. With their DJ service, they have an app that helps coordinate your wedding day timeline and playlist, and it makes a huge difference in the flow of events. They were very organized, and all of their services exceeded our expectations. DJ Sonic did an amazing job and had everybody out on the dance floor! The monogram and the dancing on the cloud machine topped everything off and made it feel like we were in a fairytale.
Kaila P., a month ago
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DJ Shanghai 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Lanexa, VA

The last thing you want is the wrong song played for your first dance. With DJ Shanghai, you can rest easy knowing that every musical moment will be perfect. DJ Shanghai's sole mission is to create the ideal wedding playlist for you and your guests, starting from the moment people walk into your ceremony. She mixes in the right songs to complement your music choices, making sure your unique taste shines throughout the night.

Awarded Best of Zola
DJ Shanghai was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding. From the very beginning, Asia, the owner, was in constant communication with us to ensure she included everything we wanted for our special day. She was incredibly fast, efficient, and understanding, especially when I had to take a step back from wedding planning due to a bout of food poisoning a few days before the big day. Using an app called Vibo, Asia made it so easy to figure out the perfect song lineup and timeline, ensuring we were listening to a fun, lively, and exciting mix all night long. Despite the last-minute planning crunch, Asia's professionalism and attention to detail shone through, and our guests raved about the incredible energy and entertainment she provided. We couldn't have asked for a better DJ experience!
Lexi N., 5 months ago
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DJ - A Better DJ And Photographer Nationwide 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $799
  • Serves Lanexa, VA
  • Offer

BEST OF ZOLA award winner! We will make your reception fun for all of your wedding guests! We have provided top level DJ-MC services for over 26 years in budget friendly packages NATIONWIDE. We also offer spectacular wedding photography and HD Video. Visit our site and see over 1 million photos, thousands of reviews, and some great package prices. If you give us a call before you book your vendors you'll quickly learn why over 15,000 couples have chosen us to help make their special day magical. All packages include expert planning assistance, which will take away most of the stress associated with planning your wedding! Save thousands!

Awarded Best of Zola
I have now been to two events that A Better DJ & Photographer were hired for. One was a wedding. They kept the crowd dancing for hours, they were fun! The other time was a 20th anniversary party - once again, they made it fun for everyone that attended.
P. H., 8 months ago
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Déja Grüv Band 

5.0

  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $9,500
  • Serves Lanexa, VA

With over a century of combined experience, the Déja Grüv Band is the premier choice for weddings. Our versatile 14-piece ensemble can masterfully perform genres from Motown, Jazz, and Soul to Pop, R&B, Country, and Top 40 hits. We travel globally, ensuring that our elite musicians, each renowned in their class, deliver unforgettable performances that elevate your special day to extraordinary heights. We provide music for every aspect of your wedding, from the ceremony and cocktail hour to the reception and after-party, ensuring a seamless and memorable experience from start to finish.

Awarded Best of Zola
Déja Grüv Band was exceptional for our wedding day. Their communication throughout the planning process was prompt, attentive, and professional. The quality of their work and value was exceptional - their musicality and attention to details helped make our wedding the perfect dream day we could have ever imagined. They blew the roof off and kept the energy sky high all night long, playing with a team of note-perfect professionals. I’m a musician myself so I know! If you need a band that will accommodate you at every turn, add special touches, and rock the dance floor, I can't recommend Déja Grüv highly enough. You will not be disappointed!
Tiwa & V., 2 months ago
Limelight Event Group 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Serves Lanexa, VA

Discover the unique, boutique-inspired approach with Limelight Event Group crafting sophisticated and modern event experiences. We redefine the art of entertainment, proudly standing apart from the ordinary. In our world, 'average' is a term left behind. Our commitment goes beyond the expected – it's about curating an experience that reflects and captures the essence of who you are. Our goal is to ensure that your event becomes a cherished memory, marked by exceptional entertainment and flawless execution.

Julian at Limelight and DJ Rashaun were absolutely perfect for us. We knew the vibe we wanted — and, frankly, it was a little off the beaten path since we wanted a bit of a 1930s feeling. We thought we were doomed, though, because we're terrible at selecting exact songs and had no sense of how the music fit into the overall schedule of the night. We hadn't thought past our ceremony! Julian kept things positive, steered us when we had no idea what to do, but gave us space to put our stamp on our evening when he could sense we had ideas burbling. He was helpful, positive and always prompt without ever being pushy, and so many of our favorite moments came out of the things he got us to think about. Rashaun was awesome too. He took our weird list of preferred songs and turned it into an amazing night of love, dining, and dancing. It felt like he'd known for years, always hitting the right classic hit, the right remix, the right memory moments. He was such a kind and lovely man too. We'd hire them again in a heartbeat!
Ben B., a month ago
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Blendmasters DJ Services LLC 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,650
  • Serves Lanexa, VA

Hello! I'm Steve Anderson, Owner, DJ, and MC of Blendmasters Deejay Services LLC. I offer energetic music and entertainment for weddings across the Richmond area. Also, I love to get every guest onto the dance floor, bringing high energy and a passion for music to every event he has the pleasure of entertaining.

Our big day was October 11 and having the Blendmasters team there to help us celebrate was an experience! From the ceremony setup to cocktail hour and then the reception, everyone had a great time and thoroughly enjoyed the music. We also had the 360 Photo Booth which was a hit with our guests! We definitely had the wedding of our dreams and Blendmasters DJ services did not disappoint. If you’re looking for a professional and “turn-up”, having everyone on the dance floor kind of experience, Blendmasters is the way to go!
Cornell Y., 4 months ago
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Sam Hill Entertainment 

3.7

  • Band/dj
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Lanexa, VA

Sam Hill Entertainment is based out of Charlottesville, VA with bands located throughout the Southeast. Over the last 25 years, Sam Hill has helped tens of thousands of brides and grooms book the best in live music across the 50 states and for fly-in international weddings! Our bands cover Top 40 hits, fiery versions of Soul, smooth versions of Motown, elegant jazz classics, toe-tapping bluegrass, and country - it all exists among the performers we work with!

We used Sam Hill Entertainment to book the band “The Dickens”. This is the part of our wedding everyone is still talking about. They played such a variety that every age was able to enjoy. Not a single person was sitting at the tables while the Dickens were on the stage. They were very interactive with the crowd and even let the groom (a guitar player) get up there and jam out with them. This was such a fun addition to the wedding and we loved every minute of it!
Claire S., 4 months ago
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196 Events | NO Boring Receptions Guaranteed! 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $2,299
  • Serves Lanexa, VA

Hey there! We are Devail & Nikki, your husband and wife wedding entertainment team. 196 Events is a professional Wedding DJ & Photo Booth company based in Virginia Beach, Virginia. However, we serve couples across Hampton Roads, RVA, Central VA and the Shenandoah Valley.

We cannot express enough about how much we enjoyed having Devail and Nikki as our DJ duo for our wedding! They most certainly delivered on their promise of No Boring Receptions and has us and our friends dancing all night! They guided the ceremony and reception with ease, and handled any time hiccups that came up without any fuss, making it a less anxious time for all. The planning suite they use is extremely easy to navigate and set s everyone up for success leading up to the big day! A little something that stood out: Our pastor that officiated our wedding is retired and had not done a wedding in 6 years, and it was the first one he had done without his wife of 57 years there with him. Devail and Nikki took time out of their busy schedule to share some video footage with our pastor so that he could show his wife. Talk about making it a personal experience!! They did this sort of thing throughout the whole process of working with them. We know this is a long review, but long story short, We cannot recommend their services enough. HIRE THEM!!!!
Stephen T., 8 months ago
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Sho DJ & Photo Booth 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,295
  • Serves Lanexa, VA
  • Offer

Sho Dj Company is a professional & fun DJ & Photo Booth company servicing Hampton Roads Virginia, Richmond Virginia, and multiple D.C. areas. With plenty of experience in weddings and corporate events, Sho DJ specializes in public and private functions as well as special occasions such as school events, karaoke parties, community events, private parties, birthday celebrations, military functions, family reunions, fundraisers, and anniversary celebrations. We Also offer Premium Photo Booth and 360 Video Booth rental. We are looking forward to hearing from you.

Awarded Best of Zola
I have worked with ShoDJ for several weddings. He is always professional and a pleasure to work with. I highly recommend him!
Simply Grand Events, 3 years ago
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Perfekt Blend 

5.0

  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $25,000
  • Serves Lanexa, VA

Perfekt Blend brings the party to every performance. Each performance includes: - A three-hour non-stop show, where your guests don’t want to go home - Over 100 customized songs performed for your event - High-energy professional choreography and super cool costumes - Options for Cocktail/Dinner Set, String Quartet, DJ and Drum Line - Most visually appealing and sounding production of any non-national artist in the world - Genuinely nice people from booking to the performers - Attention to detail throughout event planning

Awarded Best of Zola
Perfect Blend was a true highlight of our wedding that people are still talking about a year later! The dance floor was always packed and they were so beyond talented and kept the party going all night! Highly recommend!
Greg & E., 5 years ago

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About wedding bands & DJs in Lanexa, VA

How much do couples usually pay for wedding music in Lanexa, VA?

Live bands typically range from $580 to $18,500, averaging at $5,000. DJs range from $350 to $2,500 and average at $1,300. You can also book music for your ceremony only, starting at $100!

Ultimately, the cost will depend on the number of hours booked, and in the case of live bands, how many musicians are in the band.

Do bands and DJs typically play the entire party from start to finish?

It depends! 84% of bands and DJs in Lanexa, VA cover cocktail hour and 82% will play for the ceremony, in addition to the reception. 74% offer services for the after party if you’re having one!

Do most bands learn new songs if you ask them to?

54% of bands in Lanexa, VA will learn new songs! Make sure you ask about the lead time they need to learn and rehearse something new.

What are the most popular bands and DJs in Lanexa, VA?

The most popular bands in Lanexa, VA are Bachelor Boys Band, Louis Pettinelli Entertainment and The Creswell Club. The most popular DJs are HiMotive Entertainment, Summit Events: DJ, Photobooth & More and Born To DJ, LLC.

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