A friend of a friend had suggested I contact DJ Fedora (Paul) to DJ our wedding in Dana Point. With so many wedding vendors to select from, I decided to go down the referrals route since referrals usually have the best outcome (at least it hasn't failed me yet!). Paul had a lot of great reviews on his website, though not on any public review websites, so in a way I was taking a risk (which is why I decided to create this Yelp page for him). He seemed really nice and outgoing over emails, and the price was right. The friend of a friend described him to be very professional, but a bit quiet. I beg to differ, haha. My husband and I are both from SF, Bay Area. We drove down to SoCal one wkend to meet with all our vendors, including Paul. We were eating in Korea town and decided to meet in this indoor plaza. Poor guy's never been to Korean town, hopefully he didn't get too lost. He said he would be wearing a fedora hat. Already I'm thinking - how can this guy be quiet or shy?? As soon as we sat down, the conversations started flowing. This guy is HILARIOUS, super outgoing and way easy to talk. He works for Disneyland as an actor - so really??? quiet?? Not even close!! We started talking about music and the kind of theme we wanted. He had a bunch of suggestions and even started singing them! Lol love this guy! So planning process - this guy is SO responsive. It's a breath of fresh air really, when you've worked with vendors who takes weeks to respond. He was always so positive and took in all of my requests - including my long list of PLEASE PLAYS! :) I filled in the DJ worksheet and he took it and did wonders with it. I admit I was a bit skeptical about how it was all going to work out, but I think its natural for every bride. You spend so much time on the bits and pieces of everything that it's hard for you to imagine how it's all going to come together. " "How does he know when to play this song?" "Will he remember to bring all of the songs?" "What if he doesn't set up the equipment correctly?" "What if there are awkward silences? NO AWKWARD SILENCES PLEASE!". It was clear that Paul had DJ'ed plenty of weddings before and just *knew*. It was so natural for him. He came to set up two hours before the ceremony and stayed until 10pm. He even had his own strobe light - how cool is that? (It was a big hit btw!) I sent him a few songs I purchased online, including a classical piano piece for the bridal march. As soon as the doors opened and I heard that song, I knew everything was going to be perfect. If you request it, he can also make announcements while he DJ's - like when guests should sit down, when certain events will be happening (like the bouquet toss), when the photobooth will be opening until, etc. He may add in comments to the announcement, they're almost always funny and very fitting. He has a DJ voice - you know what that sounds like? His voice is loud (but not the uncomfortable loud), makes himself known and heard, smooth, and he enunciates. This is exactly what you need in a group of about 200 guests (who may be tipsy :)). Just overall, pleasant and wonderful experience. I really lucked out with him. I've been weddings where NO ONE, I mean NO ONE danced. That sucks for them 'cuz at my wedding, EVERYONE danced and the ENTIRE TIME :) Thank you, Paul! read more

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A friend of mine recommended that I call Paul and have him be the dj for my wedding in Camarillo. I knew I liked him from the first phone call! He was so nice and his voice is great and so easy to listen to! We met him a few months before the wedding and he was so polite and easy to talk to! He genuinely cared about what we wanted and was determined to make our day as perfect as we wanted! When the day of the wedding arrived, we were amazed that he was even better than we could have imagined! He said everything we requested and added little things here and there to keep our guests involved and feeling comfortable. He made sure we were the center of attention and played only songs he knew we would love! We had so many guests compliment on how great our dj was and how fun he was to listen to! He was AMAZING!!! I recently was a guest at a wedding he was dj-ing and I was reminded again of how good he is at what he does! I walked over to him during the reception and he remembered my husband and I and gave me a hug! He's not only a great dj, but also a great guy!!! I would recommend him to anybody looking for a dj!!!! He is better than any dj I have ever seen! read more

Paul was the DJ at my sister's wedding, and he does a phenomenal job. Unlike some DJs who want to be center stage and entertain non stop, Paul just wants the guests to be entertained. There is a difference. He meets guests requests as much as possible without compromising the overall feel that the bride and groom have designed. He is a naturally charismatic person and makes everyone feel like they are amongst friends. He fits in naturally to pretty much every crowd and brings life to every party. Classy, fun, awesome. read more

This review is long overdue! Paul DJ'd my wedding 4 years ago and was absolutely amazing. He has the natural ability to get people out on the dance floor and he was so wonderful to play every request my husband and I had. Our guests even stayed an hour after we left to keep dancing! A few days ago Paul DJ'd my mom's 60th birthday party and he was brilliant! I literally have never had so much fun! My mom ( and the rest of us) danced the entire night and again, Paul played every request. He his also very talented in his mixing technique, every song just flowed so smoothly from song to song. My mom said all she wanted to do for her 60th birthday is dance to good music with all her friends and Paul definitely made her wish come true!!!! Paul is the only choice when looking for a DJ! read more

Paul was the DJ for our wedding and we could not have asked for a better person. His charisma with our guests, amazing mix of music, and seamless flow of entertainment and music got all of our guests on the dance floor. Paul's professionalism starts from the beginning and carries all the way through to the end. We literally had no idea what to do, or what not to do, but Paul made it simple for us and walked us through everything. He was committed to making our wedding special. So many of our friends and family told us how great our DJ was. We will be forever grateful to Paul for making our wedding reception such a fun night. Thank you, Paul!!! read more

Paul is the most awesome DJ! I have worked with him personally as a wedding planner and also have enjoyed his DJ skills as a wedding guest at multiple weddings. There is never a dull or awkward moment with Paul. He is professional and super fun!! Knows how to keep the energy alive and also how to keep the flow of the event moving. He is the best to work with in the industry!!! I would definitely hire him again and again. read more

DJ Fedora came all the way out to the San Bernardino mountains to DJ an elementary school event for me and it was awesome! The kids had such a great time and enjoyed the music and silly dances he taught them. The greatest part was he knew the importance of playing age appropriate music. From start to finish he was engaged and interacted with the kids from the pre-k's to the tweenagers. He was fantastic and so affordable on our small schools budget. I would definitely recommend him to anyone looking for a DJ for any event. read more

We had Paul C. DJ our daughter's wedding. He was very sweet, friendly and respectful. He did a great job with commentary for the typical/customary events such as Father Daughter Dance, cutting of the cake, etc. Paul picked great songs that were perfect for the mood and moments during the partying and dancing times. He made a great effort at making sure to cover all requested songs, too. We were very happy with the job he did. I would recommend him to anyone looking for a good DJ. I would definitely hire him again if I am in need of a DJ. read more

Paul DJ'd our wedding in Oct '13 and he was AMAZING!!! We got so many compliments on how great the music was all night! Paul's timing for everything was awesome! We just told him a general idea of what to play and he did his DJ magic! He was so professional and extremely easy to work with. He makes you feel so comfortable, almost as though you have been friends for a long time! I would highly recommend him to anyone looking for a DJ for any special occasion!!! read more

Paul is by far one of THE best Wedding DJs out there in the industry! I am a full time wedding photographer, who shoots 30-40 weddings a year. When my wife and I got married last year, it was without a second thought that we hired Paul for our wedding. I have worked with A LOT of different DJs and he is by far the most professional, attentive, prompt and fun DJ you can hire. One of the most important things we wanted for our wedding was for our guests to have a great time partying and dancing. Even after we left, our bridal party told us that there were over 50 people that stayed to dance! That is how good Paul is. He makes you feel comfortable and confident that your wedding will go according to plan! He has a great lighting set up and great speakers. The ceremony and the reception were off the hook! 5 stars for Paul! He is worth every penny and he is definitely not as over-priced as the rest of the industry!! He should be worth over $2000!!! Thanks Paul for all your hard work! Ivan read more

Professional, prompt, courteous, personable, well dressed, presentable for any type of venue, up to date with technology, has a large selection of music. Have attended several events MC'd by Paul. Cannot say enough about his ability to entertain, his ability to handle his equipment, his preparedness, and his incredible attention to detail. I would have no problem hiring Paul for any number of events. He has been totally responsible/reliable. read more

Paul is the consummate professional and incredibly entertaining! He's a genius at learning names and truly getting a read on people and their preferences and interests! This makes a huge impact at any party or gathering in that it allows him to intuitively understand what to do to keep things fun and exciting for everyone. Having attended a few of his comedy picnics where he is host, DJ, and performer, I cannot stress enough how talented Paul is! You will love having him as a host for any event. read more

Amazing DJ! Paul is a really nice guy. Easy to work with and has great DJ skills. He is also really well recommended. I feel like every time I go to a wedding I see him there. He is great! read more

Simply PERFECT! Fedora DJ - Paul came to me us as a recommendation for our Wedding. And what a recommendation! Wedding was Oct 2013. We planned our wedding on our own and really relied on guidance from others. Paul went above and beyond to walk us through the process before the big day. Got to meet and over go over the songs we really wanted (and the ones that we didnt). My husband and I love all different kinds of music but didnt have a specific list. Thats where Paul put his magic together. The day of our big event the Santa Ana's decided to terrorize the weekend. The day of we had to alter the events of the day. Paul was amazing and went thru the chaos with out batting an eyelash. People LOVED the music and his personality through out the evening. People still talk about the shoe game played. Paul, THANK YOU for everything. Best Wishes, Mr. and Mrs. Ball read more

Paul DJed my June 2015 wedding in Tarzana, CA and I do not think words can express how happy my family and I were with his work. Paul was extremely professional throughout the planning process. He answered all emails promptly and answered all of our questions. When we met with him to plan our reception, he had a lot of great ideas and was also very responsive to our desires. I really felt like he was on our team and wanted our wedding to be amazing. His personality and sense of humor also make him a pleasure to talk with and meet with. He makes the wedding planning process easy and fun. Paul showed up at 3:30 to set up for our 6 pm ceremony/reception. The music throughout the ceremony and reception was exactly to our desires & tastes. He executed flawlessly. When it came time for the Grand Entrance he lined everyone up and practiced our bridesmaid and groomsmen names outloud to make sure his pronunciation was correct. So thoughtful. At one point during the reception he got out on the dance floor and taught my guests a dance. I cannot tell you how lively the party was. Nearly everyone was dancing the whole time. I think that Paul is, in a large way, responsible for a very succesful wedding party. Everyone keeps telling me how much fun they had and how great our DJ was. That happiness and awesomeness showed up in the pictures and video. I hired Paul after watching him DJ my cousins wedding in September 2014. One of my best friends is getting married next year and she wanted the name of my DJ. I recommend Paul for your wedding or other special occasion without reservation. read more

The most amazing wedding DJ ever. I've been involved in a lot of weddings and seen a lot of DJ's and he is hands down the best I've seen. He was a huge part of making my wedding day amazing! I highly suggest you call him if you are planning a wedding or know some one who is! Such a talented person!! :-) read more

We had a great wedding and couldn't have done it without Paul. It was back in September, and as I was cleaning out my inbox, I saw a request for review. Anyway, on to some stuff that may help other people choose him for their next event! You should know: - He's very adaptable. He can be laid back and chill (which is what we wanted), but at the same time, detailed and meticulous. He caters to his clients very well. - Great, fun likeable host! He helped plan and coordinate the event, and everything went smoothly and perfectly. Everyone enjoyed the music and we all had a blast! - Of course, just as important, he has great taste in music. Whether you have a pre-selected list of music you'd like to play, or would like him to set the mood for you, he knows what he's doing. Thanks again Paul! We created this Yelp account just to review you lol. read more

I Love DJ paul he's energy is fantastic. He's all ways playing the right songs according. Your event He's funny sweet And kind. He's always up for a good chat wen he has the time. . So if u ever want good party higher him to day . Is Ben to any events he has hosted he's jut awesome read more

Dj Paul is the best. He truly loves his job and tries to give you the best day possible. I used him for our wedding he was on time, very nice, he listened to what we wanted, and even got on the dance for with us. Thank you for making our day special. I strongly recommend using him for any occasion. Melaney read more

I used Paul for my wedding back in June and WOW is all I have to say. For my wedding we wanted everyone on the dance floor and that is exactly what we got. Paul read my guests to a T and played all the right music. When I look back at videos and photos it is great seeing everyone dancing and having the time of their lives. I was so impressed by Paul and how he took the time to meet with us and make sure he got to know us as a couple and what we wanted for our wedding day in terms of a DJ. He was great at all the announcements (he has a great voice) and his timing for everything was impeccable. I have already recommended him to several of my friends who used him for their weddings and loved him. So need a GREAT DJ look no further. read more

We chose Paul for our daughter's wedding on Memorial Day weekend and could not be more pleased. He was punctual and prepared for our meetings, and very responsive to any emails or calls. He helped us with our timeline and the entire ceremony and reception was perfectly timed. We asked for a mix of very specific music that was very 'us' and he came through, plus dealt with any last minute changes or requests seamlessly. If you're looking for a DJ that is professional, warm, has an easygoing personality and is just plain likable, hire Paul Carganilla! read more

Paul was phenomenal! He made the entire experience completely enjoyable. We had a custom playlist and custom ceremony music and he made it very easy to send him everything and the entire day went off without a hitch. Do yourself a favor and book Fedorda DJ for your wedding! read more

DJ Fedora is absolutely incredible and I would recommend him and his services to anyone! I work for a start-up company and needed a Dj for our big pre-launch ribbon cutting event. He was incredibly easy to get a hold of, always responded quickly, and maintained the upmost professionalism from start to finish. Paul is more than just a DJ, he is an entertainer! This was a corporate event that required quite a bit of MC work and he executed it flawlessly! I was so impressed with his attention to detail. He knew everything we told him about the event.. each and every event detail. As an event coordinator, choosing reliable vendors is key. He made everything so simple and easy. He is the kind of vendor I would book again and again! His music selection was perfect- even before the ribbon-cutting, he played "the final countdown" (without any instruction- Paul goes the extra mile to make your event exactly what you want it to be) Those little details make your event exciting for your guests! Thanks DJ Fedora for making our Pre-Launch Summit incredible!! Can't wait for the next gig! read more

Paul of Fidora DJ was my DJ for my wedding and let me say... he was the absolute BEST vendor choice we made! He took the time to get to know us as a couple, listened to all of our musical requests, and was super intuitive about what music to play during different parts of our reception. Paul has an incredible stage presence, and led each event perfectly. I really cannot say enough about his services... professional, fun, personable... he's the full package. Highly recommend him for weddings and special events!! read more

Paul or Fedor DJ is amazing!! After giving him my music selections, he completely understood the vibe of my wedding and played exactly the type of music I wanted throughout my entire event! He is professional, punctual, polite, and very knowledgeable as a DJ. Not too crazy, not too mild- just the right amount of spicy. I can't sing his praises enough. Pin him down for your next even NOW or you might miss out. read more

Paul DJ'ed our wedding last weekend and was an absolute joy! He made our reception the most memorable party ever! Our families couldn't stop taking about how great he was. Paul was referred to me by some friends and I couldn't be happier we decided to go with him! Besides being an awesome DJ, he's also very friendly and easy going. We skyped before the wedding to go over all the wedding details and he always gave his professional opinion on how to make it the best while respecting out wishes. I highly recommend Paul for any party you want to be THE BEST! Thank you Paul for helping make our wedding day perfect :) read more

Thank you so much for all your hard work you really made our wedding day perfect. Got so many compliments on the music! Cannot recommend you enough! read more

I run an event venue where DJ Paul is booked at on a regular basis. We (me and the staff) love working with Paul. He is very easy to work with, always on time, very flexible, extremely professional and an all around NICE GUY! We can't say enough about Paul and would recommend him for any event (and do!!). read more