The Best Soul & Motown Wedding Bands & DJs in Washington, DC

The Best Soul & Motown Wedding Bands & DJs in Washington, DC

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226 Wedding Bands & DJs in Washington, DC

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JVMMS Events 

5.0

Washington, DC
  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,600

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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Kelton Higgins 

5.0

Washington, DC
  • DJ
  • Starts at $2,950

Kelton Higgins is a multi-award-winning DJ based in Washington, DC and Brooklyn, NY. Flawless mixing and a vast knowledge of music combined with exceptional planning and organizational skills ensures each event is a tailored experience. Specializing in weddings (ceremony, cocktails & receptions) and private event entertainment you can be assured your working with one of the absolute best. If you need a DJ who can play ANYTHING and EVERYTHING you want - then Kelton is the one for you.

Awarded Best of Zola
We hired DJ Kelton Higgins for our recent Wedding Reception. The DJ really does make the party and he made our’s a success. I highly recommend DJ Kelton. He was easy to book and work with to plan our song list and schedule. He brought all his own equipment and showed up right on time. He is a true authentic DJ mixing all the music … not like some DJs that just press enter and use Apple Music. He made it a really fun joyful celebration of music and dancing. Kelton is a real professional and high class DJ!
Jeff P., a year ago
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Marquee Artists 

5.0

Washington, DC
  • DJ
  • Starts at $2,200

The best DJs, lighting and photo booth services in DC, Maryland, Virginia, Philadelphia & NYC. From weddings to private events Marquee Artists combines club-level DJ skills with a decade of private event expertise. We pride ourselves on being friendly, professional, fun, communicative and extremely flexible. Most importantly, we know how to throw amazing parties while tailoring them to your tastes.

Awarded Best of Zola
Kelton was wonderful to work with from start to finish. He stuck with us even when we had to postpone our wedding for two years due to the pandemic, so we really appreciated his commitment to working with us. Kelton has a great system for figuring out your taste, priorities, and run of show. He set up very quickly at our venue, which was key given we were running on a tight schedule, and he managed to produce nice sound in a very cavernous space (no idea how!). He kept us running on time and made all transitions seamless. His music perfectly matched the vibe we wanted, starting with a relaxed cocktail hour and dinner, and gradually increasing the tempo into a full-scale dance party as the night went on. And our friends and family had an absolute blast! He had everyone from 20 somethings to family in their 60s and 70s dancing until the very end! We got so many positive messages the next day, including one person who described our DJ as being "on fleek."
Stephanie & T., 2 years ago
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DJ Reece 

5.0

Washington, DC
  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,250

Dedicated to making your wedding a memorable event with over 10 years experience in the wedding industry, DJ Reece has provided the utmost superior services throughout Washington, DC and surrounding areas. Providing complete satisfaction for your special day, DJ Reece is a fully insured company committed to making your wedding day as stress free as possible. Planning the specifics of your wedding has never been easier with Reece’s extremely helpful Cloud Wedding Planner included free of charge. From specifying the first dance song choice and scheduling appointments to making payments, DJ Reece makes it convenient for you!

DJ Reece made our reception so amazing. His online portal made our music requests and ceremony order so easy to notate. He did exactly what we needed him to do. Amazing!
Kamisha K., a year ago
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SpeechLess Music DC 

5.0

Washington, DC
  • Production company
  • Starts at $2,500

SpeechLess is a boutique entertainment group with dedication to musical excellence and five-star service. Whether you need a jazz ensemble for your holiday party, strings for your wedding ceremony, or a high energy band and DJ for your reception, SpeechLess has you covered. SpeechLess has performed for numerous household names including Taylor Swift, Leonardo DiCaprio, Steph Curry, and Earth Wind & Fire. Corporate clients include Salesforce, Bloomberg, Stella Artois, and Mercedes Benz. We've performed at the Conrad Washington DC, Belle Haven Country Club, and the Ritz-Carlton Georgetown.

The SpeechLess team is incredibly easy to work with, supplies such amazing musicians who always engage with our clients, and truly ensures success of the event from start to finish!
ABP Agency, 10 months ago
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Bachelor Boys Band 

4.9

  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $2,020
  • Serves Washington, DC
  • Offer

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., 3 months ago
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TCC Productions 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Serves Washington, DC
  • Offer

Welcome to our page! I'm Maurice AKA The Covenant Child, and I'm the founder and lead DJ here at TCC Productions. Since 2010, we've been rocking events across DC / Maryland / Virginia and beyond. We’ve been fortunate to DJ at company parties, live concerts, private house parties, and more. But weddings are particularly dear to us. It’s always an honor to join couples in their celebration of love. We would love to be a part of your celebration as well!

Awarded Best of Zola
We had an amazing time at our wedding. We are thankful to Maurice and his team for making the night flow so smoothly. We did not have an MC for our wedding reception so Maurice filled that role and was able to DJ and host well. There was a variety of music and the crowd was engaged. Very satisfied with their services.
Oluchi M., a year ago
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Posh Life DJ Collective 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Washington, DC

Posh Life DJ Collective is a boutique DJ entertainment provider, bringing a welcomed alternative to the traditional DJ companies of the Washington DC, Northern Virginia, and Maryland area. 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
Brian, owner of Posh Life DJ Collective (aka DJ Geometrix), went above and beyond for us, significantly exceeding our expectations on our wedding day. We cannot thank him enough! Brian really got our party started, mixing tracks and reading our dance floor to give the crowd more of what they loved the most. We had a crowd of mixed age ranges and diverse cultural backgrounds, and Brian made sure that everyone felt included and inspired to dance!  Not only is Brian a great DJ, he's also a talented and personable business owner. He was very attentive to our specific desires for genres to play, and he has a great app platform that allowed us to select specific songs and fill out our preferences for various aspects of his role. This made the process very easy and organized. He also spent time to (last-minute) mix and cut our mismatched procession songs to blend them seamlessly, taking a potentially ugly transition and making it beautiful! Another great advantage to working with Brian is the way he prices. He gives you one price and is available for the entire event. He set up outside for us and allowed us to use his mics and sound equipment for our ceremony at no additional cost. This saved us a lot of money and simplified the planning process for us as he ironed out those details for us. I am so grateful to Brian. He's extremely professional, reachable, relatable, and a really great guy to work with!
Amy H., a year ago
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Avtomat Audio-Visual Services 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $350
  • Serves Washington, DC

I’m an experienced DJ and have been spinning at events for over 25 yrs. In addition, I’ve participated as talent, as well as tech and presentation, in music related events all around the Washington DC/Northern Virginia/Maryland region for three decades. I branched out into doing weddings in the 00’s, and it has been great! I love playing weddings and sharing in the joy of the happy couple and their families!

Neal was a great DJ who was happy to do whatever he could to make our wedding go as smoothly as possible. His mobile setup was perfect for our ceremony location and he did a wonderful job with all of his announcements and making guests happy. (Photos by @sopho.tography)
Caitlin P., 4 months ago
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DJ Casanova Productions 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Washington, DC

If you’ve had a good time at a wedding or event in the DC/Maryland/VA area, chances are it was DJ Casanova that got you moving. You know him as DJ Casanova, but around the office, we just call him Jamie. Back in the day, he was just a child of immigrants recording his favorite songs over his parent’s cassette tapes (sorry Mom and Dad) so he could listen to them on his prized Walkman. Jamie entered the DJ field in 2009, and before long he was spinning something at a different party every week. Pretty soon he realized that sharing his love of music with like-minded folks was more than just a hobby, it was a gift.

Awarded Best of Zola
Jamie Alberti, aka DJ Casanova, was the BEST DJ we could have possibly chosen for our wedding. He was incredibly helpful in the lead up to the big day and met with us in advance to discuss the details, the vibe we were going for, and the types of music we definitely wanted played on our big day! On the day itself, he had all the tech set up and ready to go for our ceremony, the cocktail hour, and the reception itself - all of which were spread out in different locations across our venue. He definitely got his steps in on our wedding day but he was certainly up to the task. He did a great job with the announcements for the evening and we're so happy that we went with him! Highly recommend!
Kate D., a year ago
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Imani Entertainment DJ, Karaoke, & Photobooth Service 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Washington, DC

I am Andy Yorke aka DJ Hpnotiq, President of Imani Entertainment DJ, Karaoke, and Photobooth Service and I would love to provide DJ entertainment for your wedding or event. I have had a twenty-one year professional career in radio, sixteen of which as an on air personality with WHUR, WOL, WJZE, WGAY, WKYS. As a club/mobile DJ, I have provided DJ entertainment for numerous Weddings, Corporate Events, School Events, Sweet Sixteens, Bar/Bat Mitzvahs, Quinceaneras, Showers (Baby and Bridal), Fashion Shows, Store Openings, and Private Parties. I have performed at several clubs. bars, and event venues in DC, MD, VA, DE, and PA.

Awarded Best of Zola
From the moment Imani Entertainment arrived, they were professional, punctual, and ready to make our wedding reception a night to remember. They kept the dance floor packed all evening with a great mix of classic and contemporary hits that had all our guests singing and dancing. When we needed the microphones for toasts, they were there instantly to ensure everything ran smoothly. Their photobooth was also a huge hit, providing endless entertainment and hilarious photos for our guests to take home as keepsakes. We couldn't have asked for a better DJ service to complete our special day.
Jennifer and R., 23 days ago
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Maryland's DJ 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Washington, DC

Maryland’s DJ: Best Parties in DC, Maryland, & Virginia. We strive to create experiences that exceed your vision. We are: 🎶 Masters of the Mood 💗 🎉 Paragons of the Party ✨ 🕺 Guardians of Good Times 💃 That is to say… Our specialty is making your event unforgettable. We have a proven process, professional training, and premium equipment. Our DJs are better than the competition and their tools are too. We offer everything you need to make your event a success! Our event services: Wedding DJs Corporate DJs Event Lighting Photo Booths

I can't praise Marylands DJ enough! The team that worked with me, Taylor, DJ Steve, and DJ Scott were wonderful. Steve even condensed a song that I loved but felt was too long for a first dance down into a shorter version and now that's the only version I listen to. I told the team I wanted the vibe to feel like my favorite college bar and Scott, who dj'd our wedding in November 2023, was awesome! He kept the dance floor full until the very last minute!
Janelle I., 4 months ago
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Exclusively Entertainment 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Washington, DC

With our widely respected and talented team, we take entertainment seriously, providing the very best in DJs, Musicians, and Lighting. At EE, we take great pride in the values and philosophy by which we operate, as well as the promises we pledge to all our clients. Most importantly, we conduct ourselves with the utmost level of professionalism and are fully committed to our core values. Simply put, with the highest standard of customer service and the expertise and experience of our entertainment professionals, we are among the highest-rated DC entertainment companies to call upon when you want to make your event unique, fun, and memorable!

Awarded Best of Zola
A team of Top Notch Entertainment Professionals who work above and beyond to make your event a success. They go BEYOND THE STARS to communicate with you from Day 1. Organized, Professional, Patient and Incredible to work with. Seamless and Easy they truly listen and understand what you are looking for . Having worked with them for over 20 years their attention to detail and teamwork receives our highest recommendation. Its a privilege to work in the industry w
Patrice G- Events By PG, 3 years ago
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DC3 ENTERTAINMENT 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Washington, DC

DJ D Spade is the husband of DJ Queen Spade and together they make an awesome team with over 20 years experience. It is our goal to create an amazing atmosphere for you and your guests. As a married couple we understand the importance and the value of having the wedding of your dreams. We don't take the opportunity to serve you and your guests lightly. It is our pleasure to make your wedding day the best ever and to ensure that you and your guests will be speaking about for years to come.

DJ D Spade brought our wedding to life with his talent and great vibes. He was so easy to work with and so kind. He understood the processional, customs and dance party we had in mind for our wedding. We couldn’t be more thrilled with how our wedding went and all in part because of DJ D Spade. If you’re looking for an amazing DJ for your big day, pick him!
Jaclyn R., a year ago
PopCulture Strings - Kushner Entertainment 

5.0

  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $900
  • Serves Washington, DC

PopCulture Strings offers an innovative and contemporary take on the traditional concept of a classical string quartet. PopCulture Strings presents themselves with a youthful appearance, dressed either in traditional black-tie, or alternative costume options to fit the theme of your event, or to simply lift the atmosphere. Another twist on the typical string quartet is their capability of performing any variety of musical styles from Sinatra favorites, to classic rock, to R&B and any of the current Billboard Top 40 hits heard on the radio and in dance clubs.

PopCulture Strings was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding. From the very first call, their communication was efficient, transparent, and incredibly helpful. Their knowledge and confidence set us at ease throughout the planning process. The quality of their work was truly professional and modern - they learned new songs for our ceremony and reception and provided honest, valuable feedback to ensure everything fit our vision perfectly. Our guests raved about the energy and skill of the musicians, and we could not have been happier with the experience. PopCulture Strings is a fun option for anyone looking to add contemporary string music to their next event. Super professional and very reasonably priced, I highly recommend using them!
Kristin B., a month ago
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Firedog Entertainment LLC 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $2,150
  • Serves Washington, DC

Firedog Entertainment: Igniting Unforgettable Weddings We redefine wedding entertainment with passion and innovation, tailoring each celebration to your unique love story. From dynamic DJs to captivating performers, we bring energy and personalized touches that make your day distinctly yours. Let us transform your dreams into an unforgettable reality—contact us to craft a dazzling wedding experience together!

Joe is a reliable, professional and fun DJ to work with! Firedog Entertainment is on our preferred partner list at Sweeney Barn, and we love having him at our events. Our couples always leave having had an amazing evening with a great dance floor. We highly recommend Firedog for your event!
Andrea VW, Sweeney Barn, 2 years ago

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About wedding bands & DJs in Washington, DC

How much do couples usually pay for wedding music in Washington, DC?

Live bands typically range from $175 to $20,000, averaging at $5,000. DJs range from $150 to $3,000 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! 53% of bands and DJs in Washington, DC cover cocktail hour and 55% will play for the ceremony, in addition to the reception. 50% offer services for the after party if you’re having one!

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

36% of bands in Washington, DC 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 Washington, DC?

The most popular bands in Washington, DC are Bachelor Boys Band, Louis Pettinelli Entertainment and EastCoast Entertainment. The most popular DJs are Dj Lennox: DJ And Photo Booth Services, HiMotive Entertainment and Summit Events: DJ, Photobooth & More.

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