James and Aaron were instrumental to the success of our wedding day. From the large playlist we shared, they quickly understood our taste and curated music that made the day feel personal for us and meaningful for our guests. We especially appreciated the time they took to get to know us during our initial conversation, along with the thoughtful guidance they offered on details that ultimately elevated the overall experience. We would confidently recommend Ceremony DJs to anyone looking for a team that delivers an exceptional soundtrack. read more

Working with James and Aaron was an amazing experience from start to finish. They're super knowledgeable yet receptive to your taste and preferences, and are also able to guide you through what can be a very intimidating wedding planning process! They bring professionalism together with a sense of authenticity that separates them from others. With big thanks to them, the music, dance floor lighting, and vibes at our wedding were impeccable. read more

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James was amazing! He clicked and knew exactly what we wanted for our rock n roll Britpop wedding. He even brought out some vinyl! Please use ceremony DJs they are perfect for people who want a different type of wedding read more

My 50th was brought up a notch with Aaron the DJ. Very professional and kind. Thanks for such a great time!!!

Similar to other couples here, I reached out to Ceremony DJs after seeing New Order's Power, Corruption & Lies album art in their profile. One of the most important aspects of our wedding was the music for me and photography for my wife. Our initial call with Jamie was super fun. We immediately started to discuss ideas and visions for how we wanted our wedding to sound. It felt like I was nerding out with a friend and just talking about music and shows in general which was different from other vendors we had calls with. Our wedding was in Los Angeles in May 2024 so Jamie connected us with their local DJ here in Los Angeles, Aaron Castle. I really enjoyed all our creative discussions with Jamie and Aaron throughout the process. We handed off several large playlists for different parts of the night and covered various genres as inspiration for Aaron to work with. On the day of the wedding, Aaron and his assistant handled all the logistics as we transitioned from one space to another (ceremony, cocktail hour, reception). Their speaker setup sounded really good. We also had one of our guests performing live during our cocktail hour. The Ceremony Team handled all the logistics for our musician friend and she was able to deliver a beautiful performance. Aaron curated a pretty eclectic and fun playlist for the night and he DJed it live starting from the reception all the way to the last song. We kept getting great feedback on the music selection throughout the night and afterwards. Yes, we noticed minor issues here and there but those didn't take away from how well the music was executed on our wedding day. The night flew by pretty fast and my wife & I both wished that we had an extra hour of dancing with Aaron DJing at our wedding, instead of an after party somewhere else. Overall, I would highly recommend working with Ceremony DJs if you care about music in general and looking to curate a unique sound for your wedding. read more

Ceremony DJs did a great job in providing audio and music for our wedding. Everyone was able to hear the ceremony and speeches crystal clear with no issues. The music was great! Benji, our dj day of, expertly mixed all our music tastes. He flowed beautifully between goth, 80s new wave, 90s house, salsa, 00s rap, disco and few other genres. Our guests danced the whole time. I highly recommend Ceremony DJs for anyone that wants to have their event's music to be more than Top 40s! Though I am sure they could do that too! read more

We're so glad we chose Ceremony DJs for our wedding! James and Aaron were great - from the get go it was clear that they are passionate about music and appreciate all kinds of genres. We had great conversations with them covering the range of music we like and wanted to hear throughout our wedding day. They were professional and showed great attention to detail, making sure everything audio-related went smoothly at our wedding (at a farm a few hours from the city). Aaron expertly set the mood throughout the day, from the chill French lounge vibe we wanted for cocktail hour to getting everyone on the dance floor right away after dinner. Highly recommended! read more

We just had our wedding and both of us were thrilled by the quality of the DJ!! He took the time to talk with us about our music tastes, special song requests, order of operations of the event, and we asked him to help us flesh out the playlist with some recommendations based on our music tastes, and he nailed it. The night went so smoothly, the music was perfectly timed for each portion of the wedding! There were no audio or mic related glitches or hiccups of any kind, no high pitch feedback, no mistakes. My wife and I feel lucky to have found these guys. Also, they were totally professional, our DJ was not heavy handed or bossy during the wedding. He never demanded people get on the dance floor, he let the music do that, and it worked beautifully. Incredible DJ, 10/10, thank you guys again for the stellar job! read more

We hired Ceremony DJ's for our wedding and they did an excellent job. We had an initial meeting w/ Benji (our DJ) and Jamie (the founder) to discuss what musical vibe we are going for. Their knowledge of music is extensive, these guys know their stuff. You will get something different than the typical "Wedding songs", and they don't just click play on a playlist and walk away - they were actively DJing the whole night. Their catalogue is extensive (90+ page document!). We got a ton of compliments on the music from our guests. We opted for the disco ball upgrade (it is giant!) and the upgraded sound package (definitely worth it). Jamie has done a ton of weddings, so he had good advice regarding the general flow of the day, what key songs to pick, and other useful tips. Music is really important to us, and Ceremony DJ's nailed the vibe of the day. Our wedding was a ton of fun, and we would hire them again in a heartbeat. read more

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After an initial discussion with Ceremony DJs it became clear that their prime mission was to fuel a zine-worthy wedding dance party. Not just any party but one where you're going to have anyone with a good sense of music come tell you that they're experiencing the "coolest wedding ever!!". No joke. If Mick Jagger was hanging around for the vibes I wouldn't have been surprised. Working with Ceremony DJs is like flipping through your good friend's record collection and saying "Oh yeah!! This has a great track on it..let's play this for sure!". I'm pretty sure the crew at Ceremony DJs could simply write for Rolling Stone or NME and make a fine living off their extensive knowledge of music and it's interplay with culture but no.. us folks planning weddings are blessed with their insight and taste being channeled for the purpose of throwing what you'll know is the coolest wedding you've ever been to. Prepare to have your faces melted :) read more

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Working with Ceremony DJs was easily some of the best parts of planning our wedding! From the start, my husband and I agreed that music and atmosphere were really important to us. We knew our crowd wasn't likely the dancing type but we still wanted a top notch DJ for the night. Jamie and Aaron were a perfect fit for us. If you want, they will nerd out with you and go over all your musical interests (not just for the party!) Or, you give them enough info and you can trust that they will take it from there. The "homework" we got from them - putting together a playlist of our favorite tunes - was honestly some of the best bonding time for us as a couple in the weeks leading up to the party. Aaron was our DJ for the night and filled the Fairmont Penthouse with the best soundtrack. He handled some initial tech issues without batting an eye, and his set sounded great on the equipment he brought. The night flew by and I wish we had more time to hear Aaron's stuff. From our initial call (super responsive) to contracting (straightforward agreement with very fair pricing) to the prep (a few fun calls in the weeks leading up to our event) to the actual night of, Ceremony DJ were great. They have worked with so many different couples and events, I'm certain that they have the music you want and can create an awesome soundtrack for whatever you want for your party. Care about music? Want to work with some personable professionals who love what they do? Contact Jamie and enjoy the ride! read more

I couldn't have asked for a better experience working with Jamie from Ceremony DJs! My now-husband and I hired him to DJ our wedding in July 2022. Before we selected him as one of our vendors, we had a two hour long Zoom meeting during which we hung out, drank beers, and chatted about all our musical interests and influences. We clicked with him immediately during this initial meeting and opted not to look at other DJ options even though he was more expensive than we originally budgeted for. That was okay with us though because we wanted to prioritize making our wedding a party and we could envision that happening with Jamie behind the decks. During the planning process, Jamie asked about everything: each of our musical preferences throughout the years (high school to college to the present day), what our friends listen to, and what our families listen to. Then we made a collaborative Spotify playlist that he used to create his wedding day set, but we also gave him some creative control since he obviously knows what he's doing. He stayed very available throughout the planning process via text and phone call, which made it easy to work with him. On the actual wedding day, the DJing was absolutely perfect and so much fun. He did a great job controlling the energy of the event, from the guests arriving, to cocktail hour, to the actual reception. Our playlist and preferred music leans towards electronic in terms of genre, particularly house for this event, but he also mixed in tons of fun hip hop and old indie favorites in a way that flowed really nicely. Since the event, multiple guests have told us that that they had fun specifically because the music and DJing were so good, so thank you Jamie for helping to make our wedding a success! read more

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From planning to execution, Ceremony DJs did it all. Very easy to work with, always on time, and very communicative. They worked with us to make a custom playlist that paired perfectly with our wedding reception timeline. They mixed between multiple genres of music. They played both vinyl records and high-quality digital files and all of our guests were very impressed!!! Truly unforgettable. This is who you want to choose for your event. Thanks, Ceremony DJs!!!!! You rule! read more

Benji djed our wedding in September, and it was the dance party of our dreams. We knew from the start we were in for a party, beginning with my husband having a 2 hour "music nerd" zoom call as we planned our wedding from Philadelphia. My husband having been a dj and in music production, has his own very impressive vynl collection, so this was important to him. They met us at the venue a few months ahead of time and figured out sound and lighting for various settings. Day of was so smooth... one of my favorite moments was how perfectly timed the beat dropped as we recessed from ceremony! Out of movie! Cocktail hour and dinner was wonderful in the way he created the vibe without overpowering the moment. The DANCE PARTY was next level! Everyone on the dance floor til 2am!! Honestly the best, I could not reccomend Ceremony Djs more! Hire them, don't think twice! read more

We had a great time working with Ceremony DJs. Jamie worked with us during the process to figure out our music interests and identify special songs for the wedding. Communication was quick and easy. DJ Benji DJed the wedding ceremony and reception, and did a fantastic job. The ceremony was flawless, dinner music was wonderful, and he kept people on the dance floor the entire night. We sent over a few playlists and he took inspiration from those, and he was willing to play special requests the night of the reception. The blending/transition from song to song was great, and he played a good mix of different genres. It also looked like he was having a blast for our whole wedding! Thanks so much for an amazing night. read more

From the start of the wedding planning through the end of the wedding night, our experience with Ceremony DJs was absolutely wonderful. They got to know us and our musical styles and interests. They guided us through song selections and musical cues. They walked the venue with us and helped us figure out the best way to set it up. The reception was wild. DJ Benji crushed and blew the roof off the Hotel. Very Happy and Highly recommended read more

I really don't think I could have found better people than James and Benji from Ceremony DJs to prepare an awesome playlist for our wedding. Benji was the one DJing on the day of our wedding. Working with them was definitely, by far, the most fun part of the wedding planning activities! James and Benji really exceeded my expectations! I knew they were going to be good, but what they ended up delivering was pure magic. They worked really hard into assembling a perfect playlist for our wedding, and they really put a lot of thoughts into it, and they definitely cared about us. Their passion of music really shined during the months leading up to our wedding and on the day of. I was so impressed by their extensive knowledge of music through so many genres and decades. Having a DJ who could spin actual vinyls was a must for me, and I liked that they could also pull up digital files seamlessly if needed. They definitely helped a lot in making our wedding day the best of our lives so far. We met over video a couple times before the wedding to discuss our musical preferences, where they asked us about bands and artists' names we liked. They 100% listened to our suggestions, and I never felt judged, and they were able to mix both our diverging musical preferences together on the day of. We also gave them a Spotify list containing about 200 songs in total to help preparing the final playlist. I think they must have played all the songs we requested on the day of, and Benji who was spinning vinyls for us that day and evening (4:45pm to 11:15pm) even found a way to play some more really good songs that were not in our initial playlist! The after-dinner party was so epic and everyone had a blast on the dance floor! I think the best part is that Benji even accepted to play some of my vinyls that I had brought to the Palace, and when he slapped on Your Hand in Mine by Explosions in the Sky as we were sitting down for dinner, I almost cried of happiness, it felt like a dream. One of my sisters and my mom actually said those words exactly, that the wedding day and evening felt like a movie, just like a dream. My only regret is that our wedding was at the Palace in SF, and they forced us to leave at around 11:15pm, and I feel like we were just getting started, it felt so good I could have kept dancing until the early morning. I will be recommending James and Benji at Ceremony DJs very strongly to friends and family. read more

James and the Ceremony DJ team were wonderful! Dancing and great music were at the top of my list for things I wanted at my wedding. I provided the dancing, but James' catalog was tremendous, covering every possible genre we could need for the big day. He worked with my wife and I to really get a feel for our style, reinforcing our geeky themes with fun remixes of the "Mad About Me" (the cantina song from Star Wars) and letting us show off with some ballroom dances. James and the team are professional, courteous, and fun to work with, and it was a pleasure to have them play the first music I've danced to since the pandemic started. read more

You need look no further when you find Ceremony DJs. They blessed our day by coming prepared and making sure the ambiance was perfect. From the beginning, our communication with Jamie and Benji was great. We worked for a few months on several playlists that we passed on to Benji and then he mixed everything during the wedding. Bringing along a couple crates and stacks of 45s, he spun our favorite soul, funk, disco, hip-hop, and world music flavors. Benji is a master of his craft. He was tuned into the music, the crowd, and made sure everyone was having a great time. Our recommendation for Benji, along with Jamie, goes beyond the music. These two guys are so genuine, down to Earth, humble, and more than anything they really want to put on a great time. We feel fortunate to have found them. These guys are excellent! read more

We had an absolutely amazing experience with James and Aaron were awesome. We were very focused on delivering a fun party at our wedding and James and Aaron both invested the time with us to be sure they hit the mark. After a few planning calls, Spotify playlists, and a site visit the team delivered perfectly. They did the sound for our wedding, cocktail hour, dinner and dancing and it was right on the mark. We set out to find a "non-wedding DJ, wedding DJ" and we couldn't be happier. In the biggest sign of approval from our guests we continue to get requests from wedding guests for our "playlist" Thank you! read more

Jamie was the best DJ we could have hoped for! Music is a big part of my partner and I's relationship, and we wanted a DJ who could reflect that. Jamie worked with us from the beginning to build a playlist for every moment of the night that would reflect us and our families and friends. When the night came, he expertly wove in our requests to a set that fit the moment perfectly. Most importantly, when it was time for dancing he kept the floor packed until the end of the night. You can't find a better DJ if you love music or just having a good time! read more

Ceremony DJs exceeded our expectations! We wanted a lounge atmosphere for our wedding and Jaime did a great job crafting that experience. He took the time to talk to us about what types of music my wife and I like and carefully crafted a playlist. A month before the wedding we had some logistical issues with the venue and he gladly worked with the wedding coordinator and facilities manager to come up with solutions. Wedding day was when we really got to see him shine. Jamie played the most appropriate songs for every milestone in the wedding, especially when he played Sade after some very emotional speeches from the Dad's. He did a great job reading the room and took requests from our guests. I highly recommend Ceremony DJs!!! read more

Jamie's DJing at our wedding was beyond our expectations, and we knew from our first Zoom call with him about two years before our wedding that it was going to be good. Throughout the planning process, Jamie asked us questions about what we listened to, what our parents listened to, what our friends listened to, and we wanted to hear at our wedding. He did a great job making our wedding music suit us and also reading the room and playing music from all eras that everybody could dance to. If you love music you can't find a better DJ. Jamie was friendly and professional throughout the planning process and our wedding night. His MCing of the wedding was exactly what we wanted to--the announcements for dinner, our entrance, and toasts were casual and not cheesy. When the dancing started there wasn't a moment when the floor wasn't filled. So many people came up to us that night to say that they loved the DJ. We will always be grateful for the chance to have Ceremony DJs at our wedding, and you should have them too! read more

We worked with Jamie for our Covid wedding celebration and were thrilled with his talent, communication and hard work. Jamie is easy and quick with his communication, which is important when planning an event with so many moving parts. We were looking for someone with a passion for music and who could share tastes beyond the top 40 hit list (Please note: if top 40 is your jam, Jamie would do an AMAZING job setting the musical mood. He is a music nerd and is seriously passionate about all kind of music.) Jamie was very thorough in understanding what we were looking for musically and really hit the mark. We wanted a range of music that touched on the Punjabi culture of the bride's family, along with some old school hip hop and oldies. Our guests were really impressed by the musical mood Jamie set and many asked about him after the party was long over. read more

We we're looking for someone to create a latin vibe for our wedding and James made it come true! He walked us through the entire day and worked with us to create an amazing set list. He played salsa, merengue, reggaeton, top 40s and house music. My favorite part of the night was hora loca! I highly recommend James, he's a true professional and trustworthy to DJ your big day. Thanks again James for giving us a day we will cherish forever. read more

Jamie by far is one of the nicest djs I have ever met. He djed for me and my wife's wedding in May. When I heard he actually uses turntables and records I was blown away with excitement. Months before the amazing day he sent us an extensive list of stuff he has. Me being really into an eclectic range of genres had a blast picking and choosing bands/artists my wife and I would love to hear at our wedding. We was stoked on some of the stuff we chose and he also was very intrigued by our love of 90's hip/hop and country. Weeks before the wedding he came and toured our venue with us to see where he was going to set up. Jamie did such an amazing job queing and looping the jams all throughout the day and night! We had a blast dancing and everyone enjoyed all the music! He goes above and beyond and you can see and tell he enjoys what he does. Thanks again Brother! read more

A DJ, MC and lighting team that elevated our entire wedding program. From the initial inquiry, Jamie was very thorough to understand our wedding theme and expectations. He also provided past insight during our pre-wedding brainstorm to help us plan out the run of show (welcoming cocktails, grand entry, toasting speeches, first dance and party music). We were not having a ceremony and wanted the reception to be more than the usual open bar + dance floor program. Jaime and Rocky delivered more than just the usual dance floor/club/top40 music. There was deep consideration for the range of guests (family vs relatives) to really make the music feel like a soundtrack for all on our special night. The equipment was not only high quality in sound and setup in a true audiophile consideration- there was not a table that was overwhelmed by the speakers placement. Last thing to mention, the communication during the whole process went smoothly. They followed up on our curated playlist suggestions, were punctual with load in/out and partnered well with our day-of coordinator and venue staff. Thanks again Ceremony DJs for making it a memorable wedding and New Years party for all! read more

We found Ceremony DJ's to be very professional, very thorough, and easy to work with. We worked with Jamie and he asked thoughtful questions, we felt really listened to, and he was very accommodating to our needs. The dance floor was full the whole evening, and the dinner music was perfectly mellow. We would absolutely recommend working with Ceremony DJ's! read more

James with Ceremony DJs was phenomenal, the setup, the music, the transitions, his taste in music, and the way he followed the wanted list of music when needed but threw in his own sound in the best ways possible. 10/10, my ONLY regret is knowing that James is in California and I won't be able to easily hire him again for something in Texas!! read more

James Guzzi was the beating heart of our wedding reception and after party! He played all of our favorite tunes and our wedding guests were astounded at his deep knowledge of the out-of-the-ordinary genres that we love. James and his wife were also life savers when it came to helping us with some logistical challenges for another element involving sound at our reception. We literally couldn't have done it without them. I can't speak high enough praise for James! His hard work, DEEP music knowledge, and commitment to an awesome time are all FIVE STARS!!! read more

Working with Jamie was a breeze. He is super friendly, communicative and managed the music for our day with ease (traditional south Indian ceremony paired with our shoegaze/ J city pop/ bollywood outro) We received so many compliments during the wedding on his set (and vinyl setup). The time and effort he put into research for our wedding was apparent. Highly recommend! read more

Jamie of Ceremony DJs was incredible both before and during our wedding! We knew we may have a good match when we visited Ceremony DJs' website and it declared, "Finally, a DJ as cool as you are." Jamie and my now husband immediately hit it off. I loved that Jamie prioritized getting to know us and our tastes, but also took the time to hear about our guests. He has a great sound system, which was important for our outdoor venue. Jamie was super friendly, easy to work with and incredibly professional, keeping us on track and focused, without overburdening us. Jamie even made it out to our venue a few months before the wedding to check everything out and talk through the plan. Day of, Jamie was a lot of fun and killed it! He had music going from the moment guests arrived at the ceremony to the final moments of the reception. It all tied together and set the mood for every aspect of the day and evening, transitioning seamlessly. Our guests had great things to say and we couldn't agree more. Thank you Jamie! read more

When you read James Guzzi's reviews, a question crosses your mind; how can one DJ be this good? But when you first talk with him as my now wife and I did, his infectious positive energy and true love of music and what he does makes it clear. James took our loose ideas of what we were looking for and guided us to a vision of what our wedding could be. When you talk to James, you start to feel the vibe that he is going to bring to your event and it makes you giddy. This is exactly how my wife and I felt when we first talked to DJ Guzzi. But wait, Lets rewind a moment. I feel like I need to start by saying that my taste in music has always been a little mundane and cliché. That was until I met my partner and she opened my ears to amazing artists like Magnetic Fields, Regina Spector, Pulp, Tegan and Sara, Islands, and Wet Leg... the list goes on. This was one of the first things that I fell in love with her for, and something that changed my life. As we were putting our playlist together, knee deep in 60s girl groups and early 2000s indie pop, my fiancé confided in me her fears that we would never find a DJ who would understand and honor her musical tastes and bring her party vibe to life, especially as she was not looking for your typical wedding jams. But within the span of a short phone call, we were left with a giddy excitement of what our wedding would be. DJ Guzzi gave us homework and helped us shape our little playlist into a reality, offering us tips and structure to shape each part of our ceremony, dinner hour, and reception into an event with musical cohesion and fun. He was not only able to seamlessly blend our requests with his own selection of music, but also able to blend them on the turn tables in a way that made the artists into musical collaborators. Not only that but DJ Guzzi brought his A-game in terms of making our night special. He went out and bought lights for us based upon a special request, took evening of musical requests on the fly and worked them perfectly into the flow. We were all left with a night worth remembering. I don't know how many more times in life I will be looking to hire a DJ but I know that if I can it will always be Ceremony DJs and DJ Guzzi. read more

Really loved having James DJ our wedding. He put so much thought into our mix, and worked really hard to include our requests and deep cuts :) He was really helpful and generous with his time and spent a long time on the phone with us prepping us for what was needed. He was the first to arrive and the last to leave our venue. We got tons of good feedback from our guests who loved the music as well. I definitely recommend James to anyone who wants a music mix that goes above the standard lot. read more

Love this guy!! Played the best set at our friends wedding would book Jamie for all of my events best cover photo ever also

My friend hired Jamie for his wedding and we had such a good time that we knew we would have to get him for our wedding, too. In fact it was one of the first things we booked--right after locking down the venue, the first thing we did was reach out to Jamie! We had a ton of fun discussing our music tastes and planning out the vibes for the day. Unfortunately, due to the pandemic, our April 2020 wedding had to be postponed... indefinitely. Thankfully, Jamie was extremely patient and understanding with us about the whole situation, all the way up through when we were able to finally have our wedding over 2 years later. And it was worth the wait! We had a first dance choreographed to Daft Punk--and when the first dance song ended and transitioned into another dancier Daft Punk song, Jamie and the other guy with him came out with Daft Punk helmets! It was such a fun and delightful surprise for us that really set a great mood for the rest of the evening, and showed how much thought he put into the whole set. The set was great--stellar tunes in the genres we wanted, not cliché, and very "us." Everyone had a great time, and the dancing went all the way until the very last possible minute. Hopefully I don't get married again, but if I were going to, I would definitely work with Ceremony DJs again! read more

Jamie was terrific at our wedding. In preparing for the big day, we immediately knew he had a broad and eclectic knowledge of music that makes him suitable for any couple's taste (ask him about his vinyls). During the big day, not only was he a great DJ (feeling the crowd and playing the right song within our taste), he MC'd like none other. He knows how to introduce, transition, and direct the event, all without overshadowing what's really going on. 10/10 - you should hire this man. read more

Our wedding was on a Friday night and Jamie and his team delivered a rocking playlist for all our guests. Excellent and timely communication before the big day too. Highly recommend for any event! read more

Jamie was so great to work with and provided an amazing soundtrack to our big day. He was extremely consultative and more or less doubled as our wedding coordinator throughout the process :) He did a great job making sure the music we wanted was played while mixing in with his amazing taste - all crowd-pleasers. A wonderful MC for the evening as well! read more

Couldn't have asked for a better experience. After a brief conversation with Jamie where we discussed my desires for music genres and goals for the party, Jamie hooked us up with Jackie who was absolutely the perfect fit for our party. She knew the genres I was looking for (cumbia, bachata, etc.) and was able to score a perfect lineup of music that kept us dancing all night. I highly recommend Ceremony DJs read more