These people do not know how to manage an event. What a complete mess. There was trash everywhere and no Manager managing anything. The event was easy but they made it seem complicated because of their extreme lack of communication with their staff. I saw Managers running around not delegating anything to ANYONE. The staff was laughing at HER. Because She had absolutely zero business managing anyone at all read more

SOS nails it every time. I am a Venue Manager for an indoor + 4 outdoor venues + can always trust SOS to follow policy, thoroughly plan, + create a memorable experience for our clients! read more

DJ Greg and his assistant Kyle were so great!!!!! They kept the wedding moving smooth with the timeline, and guests had such a blast danging the night away!!!! We are so happy we chose to use them. Keeley was really great with setting everything up before the big day, giving me different options, making sure all the things I didn't even think of were going to be covered! SOS is great as a DJ but they also took care of things like lighting, curtains and all the small extras that really added that element to the room and give a fantastic ambiance! I cannot say enough great things about them and the team! Thank you!!!!! read more

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I have worked with SOS many times in the past for several events at my past job, it was no question as to who I would use to DJ my wedding. This is by far the best team of people you will ever have the pleasure of working with. Keeley and Derek are so passionate about what they do. Keeley is extremely accommodating and treats everyone she meets with the uttermost care, she made things so easy and I absolutely knew that when it came down to making sure the reception at my wedding was blast, I had nothing to worry about. A good DJ/MC is extremely vital in wedding planning, it really can make or break a party......if you want to have a guaranteed fantastic blow-out party, this is the place to go. They are so professional but extremely fun at the same time. I have recommended numerous friends and family to them and will continue to do so. If you want to go with a company you can trust with such an important day, SOS is the way to go hands down. :) read more

After all the wedding planning and decision making weather to have this to eat or what color flowers... the easiest decision was who was going to announce our wedding.... SOS Entertainment has been DJ'ing for longer then I can remember. They have a vast amount of knowledge and experience for really any Dance , show, wedding, benefit or large Concert. Family Run - Kind - non corporate-Perfectionist. Thats them.. So with those traits it was a one two three for the wedding and Djing at our wedding 9-25-10 . Of course Derek came with more then necessary staffed and on time for even our wedding planner to be happy and she was on the ball like a hawk that night.. Everything went with a ripple and we were very pleased. I would suggest SOS and of course Derek for any event that needs a DJ a sound system set up or Properly run. I have and will constantly refer all that I know to work with SOS Entertainment. Aaron Hartshorn. read more

Greg was really helpful in leading me through my first DJ lesson. I had always wondered what I was looking at when watching a live DJ performance. One class was a huge eye-opener to what's going on during a show. Greg was patient, and by the end of the class, I was able to blend songs, adjust tempos and effectively choose new songs based on pitch. I would highly recommend this company, as all the staff I was introduced to, was very professional as well. read more

Our experience with SOS was nothing less than incredible! From the beginning, their organization in the planning was great. Keeley didn't leave any pertinent question out and helped us create a timeline. Any question I had, they were happy to help! On out wedding day, our DJ was wonderful! The ceremony and reception went flawlessly. The DJ is such an important part of the day, because they're running the show as far as playing the right song at the right time, making announcements, etc. and Kyle did an incredible job! They also provide an assistant who helps coordinate the grand entrance, etc. and Rachel was great. The music was SO GOOD at the wedding and we constantly had everyone on the dance floor, and still are having tons of compliments!! We were all on the dance floor until midnight!! read more

As an event planner & stylist for the past 10 years I have experienced more than most when it comes to just about any aspect of an event. I feel a referral equally reflects that of the one providing as it does the one being given. With that said it is rare I encounter a vendor which I am confident that their quality, professionalism and business ethics parallel with my own. I met Michael at the venue a day prior. Michael would be the MC/DJ for a outdoor wedding and reception. Michael was completely on board with all requests of the couple as well as had a full understanding how he would be instrumental in moving guests around a large outdoor space. A concern I have with a "M/C" at a wedding is some become too involved with "entertaining" and make themselves the center of attention taking away from the newly married couple. Michael was nothing short of amazing! Personable, well spoken, knew when to work the crowd and when to not. He had everyone up and on the dance floor playing all types of music. Michael was extremely knowledgeable with regards to equipment and power requirements. He worked as a team player to make the event 100% awesome. I am glad to have had the opportunity to work with Michael and look forward to future events. read more

I had the pleasure of working with SOS Entertainment for my Wedding & could not be more impressed. Keeley & Derek were fantastic and exceeded our expectations when it came to our wedding reception. We worked with them on a DJ & Lighting package & it was amazing! We got so many compliments on the DJ, the lighting, & the overall vibe we were looking for to transform a ballroom into an upbeat dance party! They were fantastic when it came to keeping things on pace, feeling the crowd for the music, and knowing just when to play specific songs. Derek was so great in making us feel comfortable in saying exactly what we wanted/didn't want beforehand which made the experience that much better! I would recommend them 100% for any lighting or DJ needs to make your big day the BEST DAY EVER :) read more

Our business group uses SOS Entertainment several times a year. They are always top notch and professional. Great team.

We used SOS Entertainment for our wedding ceremony and reception and they were amazing for both! The timing and transitions for all the ceremony songs were seamless and they got everyone dancing at the reception! We didn't want to stop the party to cut the cake because people were having such a good time dancing! read more

Derek & Keeley are just an amazing couple and have a great team to work with. I hired SOS for my wedding and 6 other large charity events. I enjoyed how they embrace our out of the box ideas and enhance them to a whole new level. From their sound stage to their lighting, our experiences have been top notch! SOS is our go to company for all our entertainment needs! read more

I really hate to even be writing this review. But here it goes... I was lucky enough to come across SOS Entertainment at the Not Wedding in San Diego in March 2013. I LOVED what they did. They were fun from start to finish. So much fun that when it came time to research DJs for my own upcoming wedding... they were first on my list. Our initial phone conversation went really well. I was impressed with their services and just overall really excited to hopefully be working with them. The conversation ended on a great note and I was told I'd be hearing from them within a few days with a quote for the services. And then a week passed, and nothing. I sent a follow-up email explaining that I was looking very eager to hear from them. And more nothing. It's now July and I still have yet to receive anything from the company. Not that I'm even relying on them anymore. It is just very disappointing to be so excited at the possibility of working with a great vendor to only be disregarded and ignored. And it is extremely unprofessional and unacceptable. read more

We hired Eric at SOS Entertainment to DJ our house party last Saturday night. He did an awesome job! He and the staff at SOS are very professional, polite and organized! read more

Working with Kellie & Erin at SOS Entertainment has been such a wonderful experience. Their events are so well thought-out from the beginning to the end. They are knowledgeable, reliable, and go way above and beyond. My favorite part about working with the team over at SOS is that they treat you more like friends and family than clients! read more

We loved working with SOS Entertainment. Michael was our DJ, who played music that kept the dance floor full throughout the night, and Nicki was his assistant who was very on top of her duties and easily accessible and quite responsive if there was something we needed her for on the spot. Keeley, the coordinator we worked with over the phone, was so lovely and pleasant to talk to. The small issue we did run into she handled with such professionalism and went above and beyond to mend the situation. Overall, we highly recommend this company for your wedding! read more

This review is LONG overdue, but well deserved! We used SOS for my wedding 2 years ago, and Derek & Keeley did an amazing job! I personally believe that the DJ is one of the most important elements to creating a great event. SOS definitely made our wedding memorable! To this day I still have friends and family asking who we used for our wedding! Every single person there danced the night away. SOS goes beyond just music though! Derek & Keeley strived to help us with anything we needed help with... from wedding timeline to lighting! Derek even went so far to help me get my vendor to allow us to bring in special lighting for my big day! Since our wedding we have used SOS for other events, and have never been disappointed! read more

My husband and I hired SOS to do our wedding. In the weeks leading up to our wedding, Keeley followed up with us many times and even made a detailed time line for all my vendors to follow. This made a nervous bride extremely comfortable. She walked us through all of the songs that we needed to pick out for our wedding and was very detailed about telling us how many songs we needed and for when during the ceremony and reception. When our wedding arrived SOS was at the venue early to set up. My husband used to do lighting for events so he wanted to make sure that our event was nothing less than a spectacular light show. SOS did not let him down. The entire room was lit up in turquoise and white (our wedding colors) and there was even a pin light on our beautiful cake all night. We didn't use the lights that the venue had to offer at all! Derek was our DJ and a longtime friend of my husband's from high school. He kept our guests on the dance floor all night. When it came time to do speeches I was surprised that Derek did a speech. My husband and I were extremely touched. SOS made our wedding a night that we will never forget. They were professional, friendly and extremely talented. I'm so glad we chose them to produce our wedding! read more

SOS Entertainment is a great company to work with! I'm a small business owner and have teamed up with them in the past on collaborations and projects and was blown away with their professionalism and attention to detail. Hugely recommend them to anyone! read more

We booked SOS for our wedding in May based on a recommendation from our venue. From my first conversations with Keeley over the phone, to our initial meeting, to the DJing at the actual event by Kyle and Kelly, they were awesome!!! Keeley was always available to answer my questions via phone and email. Kyle did a great job during our whole event and keep everyone on the dance floor. They provided the perfect soundtrack for a day we will never forgot! read more

As a professional photographer, I've worked with dozens of event companies over the years. Some are good, others are sub-par at best, and then there are those which transcend all others; namely SOS Entertainment. From top to bottom, start to finish, table centerpieces to music selection, the company is top-notch. I've never encountered such professionalism, organization and high-end event production as that which SOS provides to each and every one of their clients. I can say with the utmost certainty, I am proud to work with them on a freelance basis, and if I were a client seeking the services which they provide, I wouldn't hesitate to hire them for even a second. Whether it be a school dance or an extravagant wedding, they can and will provide anything and everything needed to make your event flawless. Trust me... I've seen and captured it firsthand. read more

We just used sos for our 25th wedding anniversary party and they were amazing!! Very professional and did our music just as requested. Dj Swaye was fantastic and I would definitely recommend this company. Very reasonably priced as well. Can't wait to use them again in the future!! read more

I've worked with SOS Entertainment on numerous occasions as a third party rental supplier with San Diego Kids' Party Rentals. The staff at SOS is very easy to work with and all of their events are well organized. They also happen to be our neighbors, which comes in handy, too! read more

Martin made the party!!! He was the DJ at my son's bar mitzvah. He was prompt, professional, and did a great job. He got everyone up and dancing. Martin played the music the kids love. I would recommend SOS Entertainment. Brynn (on the administration) side was so helpful. Lot's of fun! read more

Surfrider Foundation San Diego just threw a huge event at Pueblo in Pacific Beach. Over 100 attendees including singer, song writer Jack Johnson and other prominent environmental activists. This had to go without a hitch and thanks to Jesse of SOS it did! I highly recommend using them if you want a professional event to go just right! read more

This past April, my group performed at a conference in Ontario, in which SOS Entertainment was in charge of all the lighting and audio visual needs. Derek, Julian and the team were amazing to work with and were a huge part of our production's success! Not only were they extremely professional and talented, but they were also super helpful, patient and friendly. They made the entire experience very pleasant. We performed 2 different days and they were quick to make adjustments to make our second day even better than the first. I am thankful for their hard work and their ambition- as you can tell they love what they do! I highly recommend them to anyone who wants to bring a professional look to your next performance or event. read more

I had the pleasure of working with Kyle and Rachel at a wedding. Kyle was not only a great DJ and kept the party going all night long, he was also a great emcee as well (which you don't find in a lot of DJs). Rachel was such a big help as well and made sure everything ran smoothly. They were both punctual, organized, professional and very personable. I highly recommend them and hope to work with them again in the future! read more

SOS did a fantastic job providing the perfect lighting for our wedding! Our reception was on a large lawn with no existing lighting and they were able to create a special ambiance with just the right amount of light for dinner and dancing. It looked great in pictures too! Keeley was such a pleasure to work with :) read more

SOS was AMAZING in making a perfect day for my son's wedding! From the moment we contacted the office (Keeley) to the second the DJ (Derek) and Assistant (Michael) stepped foot on the grounds, things could not have gone smoother! They know what they are doing and provided everything to make it such a special day for the bride & groom. Highly recommend this group! read more