Better DJs

Founded by one of the best DJs in the world

Minnesota - Wisconsin

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5.0

Praised by couples for:

DJ quality

Unique party atmosphere

Music selection

Through the craziness of the wedding day our DJ Dan helped keep everyone moving steady. Through the moving parts and changes in the time frame he was not only understanding but helped make everything easier.

Bobbi A.

5.0

Freddy was a great DJ for our wedding! The dance floor never emptied the entire night from open to close. We had a more modern and EDM/dance music focused vibe and he delivered with that along with some good other genres mixed in at the perfect times. He was very responsive to our emails/texts as well as all our requests and making sure the night ran smoothly.

Brett O.

5.0

Fred Schmid

MANAGER

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AWARD WINNER (3X)

Thanks to recommendations from couples on The Knot

Better DJs is a boutique small wedding DJ service company based in Saint Paul, MN founded by the legendary DJ Freddy Fresh, who has been rocking weddings, parties, and other events around the world for over 35 years. Better DJs philosophy is to provide personalized DJ services with top professional DJs carefully selected. What separates Better DJs from other companies? -Our services are completely personalized. At Better DJs our priority is to build rapport and connect with our clients from the planning stages until the end of the event, guaranteeing a well-planned reception and an unforgettable event fulfilling your vision. -All our DJs are highly trained with vast experience in the club entertainment industry. Our team is comfortable working in fast paced environments and understands the needs of clients and their guests. Our DJs are trained in master mixing techniques blending your songs on tempo to guarantee a more consistent dance floor. (no amateurs djs here) -Our Better DJs team understands that music selection is unique for every event. Therefore, the playlist for each client will be carefully crafted and tailored to suit our clients’ preference, guaranteeing the perfect music for your event. If your goal is to keep the dance floor packed all night long, rest assured your reception will be one to remember. -Better DJs make the musical planning process simple, allowing you much-needed time to deal with other aspects of your event. -Our team of DJs is committed to providing top-quality service at affordable rates, offering a range of packages to fit all budgets without compromising the quality of services provided. Please don’t hesitate to contact us at info@betterdjs.com today to schedule a consultation, also feel free to check out our three packages! We are looking forward to being part of your special day! Better DJs Team

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African

Arabic

Bluegrass

Bollywood

Caribbean

Celtic

Classical

Country

Dance

Disco

EDM

Flamenco

Folk

Hip-Hop

Indian

Jazz

Latin

Polka

Pop

R&B

Rock

World Music

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Se Habla Español

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Rehearsals & Parties

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Wedding

After Party

Ceremony

Reception

Awards and Affiliations

3-Time 'Best of Weddings'

2025.2024.2023.

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Meet the team

DJ Jocelyn
Disc Jockey
DJ Jocelyn has Performed at over 300 weddings and received awards, including Bellagala's 2023 DJ of the Year. Jocelyn is a vibrant and energetic wedding DJ who promises you and your guests an unforgettable experience. With a background in business and a love for music, Jocelyn discovered her passion for DJing after completing her MBA at Northwestern University. Known for her outgoing personality and love for all genres of music, Jocelyn's connection to electronic music, particularly progressive and deep house, shines through in her sets. She excels at creating lasting memories for couples and their loved ones, reading the crowd, and feeling the energy of the night to keep the dance floor lively. What sets Jocelyn apart is her ability to adapt to the crowd, accommodate requests, and seamlessly blend songs to keep the party going. Her goal is simple: to make your wedding night as fun and unforgettable as possible. By choosing Jocelyn as your wedding DJ, you are not just hiring someone to play music; you are bringing in a dynamic entertainer who will enhance your celebration with her contagious energy and dedication to creating moments that will be treasured for a lifetime. Get ready to dance the night away with DJ Jocelyn!
Freddy Fresh
Founder / Disc Jockey
If a full dance floor is required , I'm your guy! Over 30 + years of experience in DJ entertainment, 1,000 + weddings, private parties, corporate events, clubs, festivals, and performances in more than 35 countries. I provide music in all styles with world-renowned master mixing techniques. My goal is to provide a memorable, fun atmosphere for my clients, my music library spans 70 years of recorded music in virtually ALL GENRES. I provide private consultations either in person or by phone with all potential clients guaranteeing that I tailor each event to their specific needs. I have been ranked as one of the top 50 DJs in the world by (DJ Magazine ). I have shared stages with Prince, Bjork, Daft Punk, Bob Dylan, Eminem, Metallica, Violent Femmes, Grandmaster Flash, Blink 182 . Look forward to hearing from you! I also have an extensive collection of vinyl with rare gems for cocktails and dinner music so that I can guarantee a unique sound selection as opposed to cookie cutter play by numbers obvious tunes which are commonplace at weddings. I want each wedding that I play to be unique and memorable, therefore, I customize each musical experience, tailor made for each client. Check out our new company. https://www.better-djs.com/ ***Cannot afford my services or I am booked for your date? Effective 2021 I am now offering professionally tempo blended mixes of your favorite chosen tunes to GUARANTEE to keep your floor packed in my absence.. contact me about this service!
DJ Dan
Disc Jockey
Dan S. has DJed over 200 weddings since 2014. His awards include "Bellagala Rookie of the Year DJ 2014" and "Bellagala Studio of the Year DJ 2016".DJ Dan's #1 goal for weddings is to execute the couple's vision above his own. Dan starts his process by listening to find out his clients' likes and dislikes involving music, emcee energy level, and overall vibe for their big night. He lets his couples choose their song lists, including must-plays, maybes, and do not play. He will take the couple's preferences and use them as a tool to keep guests dancing all night. The wedding couple can also make requests on the night of the wedding, and DJ Dan will play all of them on the spot. Dan's services include free live classical acoustic guitar during dinner. With 22 years of guitar experience, Dan will play his personal renditions of songs such as "Hallelujah," "Can't Help Falling in Love With You," "Shallow," "You Found Me," and "A Million Dreams," weaved in with his own instrumental songs and riffs. This service is completely optional! As a polished emcee, DJ Dan's announcements are always at the right volume and clarity, ensuring guests stay engaged and understand the event's flow. His grand march is lively, speech introductions are concise, and the first dance intro is graceful. Dan always communicates with all relevant parties before key events, such as the grand march, speeches, and special dances, to ensure a smooth and surprise-free experience.
DJ Dave
Disc Jockey
With over ten years of experience as a DJ, Dave Kellner has performed at numerous weddings, shows, and music festivals for top companies in the Twin Cities. He now heads the DJ division for one of the Midwest's largest multi-operation wedding service companies. Dave holds three music degrees: An audio engineering degree from McNally Smith, a BAS in Music Business from Concordia St. Paul, and an MBA from Berklee College of Music. Not only is he a skilled DJ, but he is also an enthusiastic educator, mentoring the next generation of DJs. Dave believes that being a great wedding DJ starts with being a good person. He is a charming communicator with a keen eye for detail, ensuring that your wedding day runs smoothly, allowing you to focus on being the bride and groom while he takes care of the rest.

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Reviewers rave about DJ Freddy Fresh, praising his professionalism, quick communication, and knack for reading and energizing crowds. He live-mixes across genres, keeps the dance floor packed, and handles ceremony and MC duties seamlessly. Responsive, self-sufficient, and highly recommended.

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Bobbi A

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Through the craziness of the wedding day our DJ Dan helped keep everyone moving steady. Through the moving parts and changes in the time frame he was not only understanding but hel...

ped make everything easier.

Brett O

Freddy was a great DJ for our wedding! The dance floor never emptied the entire night from open to close. We had a more modern and EDM/dance music focused vibe and he delivered wit...

h that along with some good other genres mixed in at the perfect times. He was very responsive to our emails/texts as well as all our requests and making sure the night ran smoothly.

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Madeline H

DJ Freddy Fresh was absolutely incredible and made our wedding reception unforgettable! From start to finish, he kept the energy high, played an amazing mix of music, and knew exac...

tly how to keep the dance floor packed. He was professional, fun, personable, and made everything feel completely effortless. We had multiple guests come up to us throughout the night and tell us that DJ Freddy Fresh was the best wedding DJ they’ve ever heard, and we couldn’t agree more. He truly went above and beyond and played a huge role in making our wedding night so special. We couldn’t recommend DJ Freddy Fresh more highly. If you’re looking for a wedding DJ, book him! You will not regret it!

Simon V

DJ Freddy Fresh was amazing, would highly recommend. He kept the vibes good all night and kept people on the dance floor.

Logan V

Freddy does an amazing job creating a dance floor that people want to stay on. The song selection process is pretty much unlimited. Freddy responds very quickly to any communicatio...

n throughout planning and performing. His talents shine on the dance floor! One of the only DJs to still live mix at events. This is my third wedding I’ve been to with Freddy performing and every event had guests dancing all night. I recommend Freddy to anyone that is getting married and needs a DJ who will truly make the night a night to remember!

Morgan L

DJ Freddy Fresh was absolutely phenomenal!! There was never a dull moment on the dance floor. He did a great job with the genre's we gave him to play around with and he did NOT dis...

appoint!

Charles G

We couldn’t be more thankful to have found DJ Freddy Fresh for our wedding reception! Freddy was absolutely amazing!! You can tell he truly loves what he does and really cares abou...

t playing the perfect mix of music personal to you and your guests. He has a ton of experience under his belt and is professional, but also fun! There’s no doubt that he understands how to read the room and will keep the dance floor alive all night! We had people coming up to us the whole night raving about how great he was! He was also great to work with throughout the planning process - quick to respond and all around a super nice guy! Freddy helped us create a night he we will never forget and we will forever look back and remember how much fun we had. We would 100% recommend DJ Freddy Fresh to anyone looking for a DJ. He’s the best!!

Lindsay W

Dave was our wedding DJ and I couldn't recommend him enough!! He read our crowd like a book and knew how to keep the energy up. He was incredibly easy to work with and communicate...

with. He was thoughtful in his communication leading up to the wedding to figure out our vibe and what we wanted out of a DJ. He worked seamlessly with our coordinator. We had zero tech issues, which was my only real concern leading up to the wedding (fully outdoor wedding with a "room" flip). 10/10 would work with him again!

Travis H

Dj Freddy fresh was the absolute best person to have on my wedding day! He is very professional, enthusiastic and friendly. He had people on the dance floor the entire night. 10/...

10 would recommend him for a wedding/ event. If I ever have an anniversary party he will be my first call. All of my wedding guests said the music was great!

Lindsey J

Incredibly professional and commucative! Will use again! Freddy's first prom and it went off without a hitch!!! His experience was greatly appreciated - he live recorded some song ...

clips on the spot for the "Old Hollywood" themed prom we had. WOULD HIGHLY RECOMMEND

Travis M

Cliff Notes Review: Freddy Fresh says that he will keep the dance floor full and he means it. If dancing at your reception is important to you, then go with Fred! He was very easy...

to work with, his prices offered a great value. He has been doing this for many years and his knowledge of the wedding process is spot on. He needed very little guidance and was self sufficient taking a *huge* load off our shoulders on the day of. The music was a home run, there was not a single moment the floor was empty all evening! I'll offer a more in depth review for people that may be on the fence. Freddy Fresh did such a good job we feel we owe him a proper review. Communication: From the first point of contact Freddy Fresh was on the ball. I contacted him three separate times until the wedding day and he responded within hours all three times if not immediately. He is an easy going guy, and an effective communicator. There was no gray area in my understanding of the process or what he needed from us to make things go off without a hitch. Master of Ceremony: From the moment he stepped onto the wedding/reception site you can tell that Fred has done this many times. He found the owner of the venue, and figured out his power situation for the reception as well as the ceremony. He had himself set up an hour+ in advance with little to no guidance from us. Which is a massive help, as we had so many other things on our plate. He is very self sufficient, and this took a lot of stress away. After he was set up he came over to talk about specifics for the ceremony ,bridal party entrance, speeches, cocktail hour music, etc. And then he took it from there. His timing was spot on for the entire evening, and everything went off without a hitch. Music: When you hire any vendor you see the reviews, but you just don't know how it's going to go until the day of. I can say with 100% confidence that Freddy Fresh surpassed all expectations. The DJ was one of the most important decisions for us since a wedding is a celebration after all. He has an great website where you give him 20-50 songs that you want to hear throughout the evening and then he will build an evening of dancing based off your tastes. We had Country, Oldies, Rap, EDM, the classics (cha cha slide), etc. And he was able to mix them together so that the dance floor was hopping at all times. He is an extremely attentive DJ and reads the dance floor constantly. If the crowd wasn't feeling a genre change, he'd change it back or try another. If people weren't ready to slow down, he'd pick the pace back up. I said it above, but if dancing is important to you. Freddy Fresh is a sure bet!

Megan V

Fred helped create the wedding of our dreams. He showed us confidence and reassurance from the moment we inquired about our wedding date. He created such a fun atmosphere that kept...

the party going until the very end. Any time we had a question or an idea, he was right there supporting us! He is professional, responsive, creative and so much fun to be around.

Kelsey S

If you want your dance floor packed all night long, amazing mixing, and someone who will be more than just someone hitting play, do not go anywhere else. We had the pleasure of hav...

ing Damian at our wedding and we had so many people tell us how awesome the music was and how much fun they had. Leading up to the big day he made everything so easy and was fantastic at communicating throughout it all. He mixed songs and had the perfect level of interaction with our guests throughout the night. Would not hesitate to do it again with them!

Zander F

We cannot recommend Freddy enough! Freddy arrived early to set up and was extremely attentive to our unique requests. He handled the audio for our ceremony, set up speakers outsid...

e, and played music indoors, all while doing an incredible job. The party was rocking the entire time! Guests came up to us and complimented Freddy on his awesome song mixing!

Hunter H

Best DJ we could possibly have asked for! The resources made planning easy, and they made sure that our experience as a couple was at the forefront of the entire process. Our DJ wa...

s a true professional and did a great job of keeping the dance floor crowded and fun all night while seamlessly blending in our “must play” list. The music was curated to our personal style for every portion of the celebration. It was so nice to know we didn’t have to worry about a thing the entire night - Our DJ kept things running smoothly and kept the party going. We were incredibly pleased with the excellent level of service provided, and highly recommend this company!

Emilee F

Hiring Freddy Fresh to DJ our wedding was the BEST planning decision we made! As a musician, I was looking for someone who is a true artist (i.e. someone who pays attention to chan...

ging keys and tempos) in addition to someone who knows how to throw a party. I wanted more than a "press play" DJ, and I got exactly that! Freddy Fresh was THE. MAN. He mixed live, generating sick beats that helped keep our crowd on the dance floor all night long. I had numerous guests approach me both during and after the wedding to specifically compliment our DJ. In fact, he was so good that he had the entire bridal party jumping around the table and chanting his name. I cannot describe how happy I am with the Better DJs service and would recommend to literally everyone in the greater Twin Cities and Wisconsin area. Do yourself a favor: skip the unnecessary internet research and book Better DJs for your next event!

Sydney L

DJ Freddy Fresh did a great job DJ'ing our wedding! We enjoyed his friendly and professional demeanor. Everyone had fun and we would definitely recommend using his services!

Coleman F

We just had our wedding a couple weeks ago and I still cannot get over how much fun we had! One of our main priorities when planning our wedding was that we want everyone to think ...

it was the best reception they’ve ever been to and that we don’t want anyone to leave the dance floor. Freddy Fresh was the only person I thought I could trust to make that happen and he absolutely delivered. We had a very specific playlist we wanted and Freddy was able to really make the night have high energy from start to finish. His mixing was amazing, his transitions were on point, and he knew when to switch the song up. His ability to read a crowd and keep everyone dancing was seriously impressive. I couldn’t tell you how many people came up to us throughout the night telling us it was the best reception they had ever been to!! If you really want y our reception to stand out amongst other weddings, Freddy Fresh is your guy!!

Noah M

It was a pleasure working with Freddy and Dave for our wedding! Dave was responsive, flexible, organized, prepared, and helped curate a great music selection for our wedding recept...

ion. Would recommend their services to anyone.

Brian P

DJ Freddy Fresh was fantastic. He stepped up last minute to play our ceremony music after our original plan fell through, and the switch-up went seamlessly - the ceremony was perfe...

ct! He also did a great job with announcements during the reception, and kept the dance floor active, playing a variety of music that catered to guests of different ages and interests. Thank you Fred!

Jane L

Freddy was very professional and always maintained open communication. We needed to make a few changes, and he was always very receptive and played every music genre we wanted for...

our wedding (I still have blisters on my heels). He allowed us to use his mics and speakers as my cousin sang a song in the processional. I would recommend his services in a heartbeat!

Meher S

Freddy dj’d my partner’s surprise birthday party at Watershed Spa in NE Minneapolis. Freddy did an amazing job creating a set using her favorite songs spanning a wide variety of ge...

nres even including Hanson. He also mixed in some music I asked for that was wildly different from her favorites. Freddy was communicative, professional, punctual, and fun to work with. He also recorded his set and shared it with us after the party! My partner listens to it all the time. I’d recommend Freddy for any events large or small and I am planning to book him again for future events. Thanks Freddy for an awesome evening!

Beth L

DJ Freddy Fresh provided ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception music for our wedding, and did an amazing job! He was very thorough in ensuring he had the correct versions of song...

s for the ceremony and entrances. During the reception, he was great at reading the room and adjusting what was played accordingly to keep the dance floor packed all night. He’s not just pressing play on a playlist, he’s an artist - live mixing, tempo matching, mashing, across all genres throughout the night. We had so many complements from our guests. Our British friends knew who he was and wanted pictures with him! Freddy was professional, responsive, and a pleasure to work with!

Meagan K

Freddy was so fun to work with! We left a lot of the music to dj choice and just gave the type of music we liked and he nailed it!

Isabel S

Excellent service, very professional, and on point with all the dances we had prepared, our family members are Spanish speakers and our DJ did an amazing job providing all the anno...

uncements in Spanish and English. We danced all night long! Thanks for helping us to make our day even more fun!

Katherine S

DJ Fred was incredible! Love that he is passionate about music like we were. Fred kept the dance floor packed for 3 hours and really read the crowd. He even went above and beyond t...

o help do a custom mix for our recessional. He was professional and communicative - he even jumped through hoops for our venue insurance!

Nora B

Looking for a real DJ? Look no further than Freddy Fresh! My husband and I hired Freddy as our wedding reception DJ, and he did an amazing job. We were very picky in choosing a D...

J for our big day as we didn’t want a run-of-the-mill person who would simply create a playlist and press “play.” Freddy used his skills to feel out the crowd and match the music to the crowd’s movements. We received so many compliments about the music, and were so happy with our decision to choose Freddy. We wanted a great vibe, good transitions, and a great MC. Freddy ticked all those boxes and more. He was also communicative (but not too much), professional (but not stuffy), and personable (but not annoying). He read the room well, didn’t play anything on our no play list (which was extensive), and had our friends and family on the dance floor all night. Multiple guests asked me how I found him because he was so great! 11/10 would recommend.

Brianna P

We used DJ Fred for our wedding ceremony, cocktail hour, dinner, and reception and he did fabulous. The music sounded clear and amazing, the transitions were incredibly smooth, and...

he was very talented at reading the crowd. 10/10 recommend him for any wedding or party that wants to have a good time! Very easy to communicate with and get in contact with as well!

Michael P

Freddy Fresh was incredible! For anyone choosing a DJ for their wedding, I wouldn’t look any further. Such talent, easy to work with, and really reasonable rate. My wife and I have...

very particular and eclectic tastes in music. We provided a playlist to Fred a few months before so he could get an idea of what we like and he absolutely BROUGHT THE HOUSE DOWN!!! It wasn’t a religious wedding, but DJ Freddy Fresh TOOK US TO CHURCH! Day-of, he was extremely flexible as we last minute moved our dance floor outside, he accommodated quickly and got the party going! I highly recommend him to any couple, but especially anyone that wants all their guests raving about the DJ, a stress-free planning and day-of, and a DJ that gets people that don’t settle for top-40.

Emily K

Better DJs did an amazing job as our wedding DJ. All of my guests had a great time. We were able to dance all night long. We received compliments from our guests on how great the...

music was. If you want to have an epic party go with Better DJs.

Samantha R

DJ Freddy Fresh was the absolute BEST!!! Seriously, people kept coming up to me telling me how awesome the DJ was. And I have heard repeatedly that it was the most fun wedding they...

’d ever been to! Freddy Fresh made the night and was super easy to work with throughout the whole process! Definitely recommend!!

Lindsay M

DJ Freddy Fresh crushed our wedding. He is highly knowledgeable and experienced, took plenty of time to talk and meet with us to hear our wedding music dreams, and most importantly...

, our dance floor was packed the entire night. Everyone had the most fantastic time dancing and celebrating. We couldn't have asked for anything more!

Casey H

DJ Freddy Fresh was absolutely great to work with! He was very professional, communicative, and it was clear from our first interaction with him that he was drawing upon a wealth o...

f previous experience. This benefited not only our planning phase (Freddy was basically the only vendor we weren't at least a little concerned about), but when the event came, everything went very smoothly. He timed announcements expertly, he knew how to read the room, and he was very responsive to our timing as some small things fluctuated. Working with Freddy was more similar to working with a teammate than coordinating with a vendor! And of course, everyone had a blast!

Kimberly A

Fred was extremely professional and responsive to our emails and texts. He collaborated with us on our music and made sure he had all the details - keeping up with our changes. W...

e loved how energetic he always was. He met us at our venue as soon as we arrived to reassure us he was all set up. He played all the songs on our playlist and is super awesome at mixing music and keeping people dancing. Everyone who commented about him only had very positive things to say and had a great time. Also, it was very nice that he checked on me and the groom individually several times throughout the evening to make sure we were having fun. I can't recommend DJ Freddy Fresh enough!!

Michael D

Freddy Fresh was one of the best DJ’s we’ve ever experienced. Even the bartenders said he was “a top 5% DJ” so you know he’s good when they hear hundreds of DJ’s each year. The cus...

tom mixes he did throughout the night kept the dance floor flowing all night long. If you want a DJ that knows what he’s doing and provides the ultimate customized experience for your wedding, look no further than Freddy Fresh. 100% professional, friendly, quick on his feet, and ready to make your wedding a memory that will last forever. Thank you Freddy Fresh, hope to see you again at one of our friends / family wedding in the future!

Diane T

Amazing service! As a small company that provides a personalized service, our dj was very involved in the process. We communicated back and forth through 8 months. When our big day...

came, everything turned out as expected. Our guest had a wonderful time dancing and the dj made our special day a very fun one! We will definitively recommend Better Djs again.

Rose O

Fred was our DJ for our wedding on 7/30, and we truly could not have asked for anyone better. He was very communicative in the time leading up to it, and we got to fill out a custo...

m form with music we wanted to hear. Day of, he was very kind, fun, and professional! The dance floor was busy all night, and he even found some Tunisian music on the spot (not easy) for my husband's father. Fred is absolutely the very best at what he does, and we can't recommend him enough!

Samuel J

The DJ was amazing we were dancing all night, from start to finish our floor was packed! Highly Recommended 5 stars

Anna R

Freddy was the life of the party! Five stars!! My family was here from New York, and we danced non-stop all night. We booked Freddy a year ahead and communicated back and forth whe...

n we had questions. If you truly want to have fun at your wedding reception, book Freddy ASAP. He was totally worth it!

Patrick R

Thanks, better DJs, especially Damian, a very professional DJ who kept our guests dancing all night long. My wife let me take care of the entertainment, and I'm glad I chose better...

DJs, it was affordable, and overall, everybody was happy. I definitely would recommend better DJs to play at any wedding.

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