About this vendor
DARRYL J. IS THE DJ AND MC FOR THE FREE SPIRIT AND THE BRIDES THAT AREN'T AFRAID TO BE SILLY, LIVE OUT LOUD AND WILL KICK OFF THEIR STILETTOS TO TURN ALL THE WAY UP!
BORN IN TRINIDAD AND RAISED IN THE CULTURAL MELTING POT OF NEW YORK CITY, DARRYL J. IS INFUSED WITH THE INGREDIENTS NEEDED TO ENTERTAIN FUN SEEKERS OF ALL CULTURES. SINCE 2005 DARRYL J. HAS BEEN A DJ/MC FOR THOUSANDS OF WEDDINGS, SPECIAL EVENTS, NIGHT CLUBS AND CONCERTS IN CITY’S LIKE NEW YORK, LA, MIAMI & ORLANDO.
A MIXOLOGIST IN ALL GENRES INCLUDING TOP 40, HIP HOP, REGGAE, KOMPA, SALSA, MERENGUE, BACHATA, SOCA, JAZZ, HOUSE, MASH-UPS AND MORE. HE GIVES AN ENERGY TO HIS CLIENTS THAT TRULY ELEVATES POSITIVE VIBES AND INCREDIBLE ENERGY AT ANY EVENT.
DARRYL J. IS A TRUE DJ THAT MIXES AND BLENDS YOUR FAVORITE MUSIC TO KEEP YOUR GUESTS LIVE AND ON THE DANCE FLOOR. YOUR WEDDING OR SPECIAL EVENT SHOULD BE FUN!
HE GIVES YOU THAT NIGHTCLUB FEEL WITH A SPLASH OF ORGANIZATION FOR A SMOOTH FLOW YOUR EVENT DESERVES. HE KNOWS MUSIC AND READS THE CROWD TO MAKE YOUR EVENT THE BEST ONE YOUR GUESTS HAVE ATTENDED ALL YEAR.
Details
Business Attributes
- Black-owned Business
Equipment
- Audio/Visual Equipment
- Sound Equipment
Music Genres
- African
- Caribbean
- Classical
- Country
- Dance
- Disco
Music Services
- MC Services
- Recorded Music
- Sound Equipment
Wedding Activities
- Rehearsals & Parties
- After Party
- Wedding
- After Party
- Ceremony
- Reception
Awards and Affiliations
7-Time 'Best of Weddings'
2026.2025.2023.+4 more.
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As a DJ and an MC throughout our wedding, Darryl did a fantastic job of informing and entertaining our families and guests. In the planning process, he was very communicative and h...
elpful. I highly recommend him to anyone in the central Florida area looking for a DJ to set the right mood for their event.
Darryl absolutely nailed our wedding.
From the ceremony to the final song, everything flowed perfectly. He kept the energy exactly where it needed to be all night — elegant and me...
aningful during the important moments, then full-on celebration once the dance floor opened up.
The father-daughter dance was especially special to me, and Darryl handled it flawlessly. The timing, the sound, the transitions — everything felt smooth and intentional. It was one of those moments you don’t get back, and he made sure it was perfect.
He read the crowd, kept people engaged, and made the whole night feel effortless.
If you want a DJ who is professional, organized, and knows how to run a wedding the right way, Darryl is the one.
Highly recommend. 👏🔥
If you want a Dj that feels like family from the moment you meet him, if you want a Dj who feels the energy feels the crowds vibe and plays music according…. This Dj is the one for...
you he made our entire night so perfect. He had every single chair empty because everyone was on the dance floor. Thank you we couldn’t have chosen a better Dj and we will recommend you for years to come
DJ Darryl MC’d our May 2025 wedding, and saying he exceeded our expectations is truly an understatement. From the detailed consultation to flawless execution, we were beyond impres...
sed. He handled our last‑minute changes with patience and professionalism, and even down to the wire, he delivered 100%!
He brought the Jersey vibes to Florida and kept our family and friends dancing all night long. The energy never stopped, and the dance floor was packed from start to finish.
If you’re looking for a DJ who will go above and beyond, you will not be disappointed with him.
Thank you, thank you, THANK YOU, Darryl! 🎶💃🕺
- The Muhamads
If you’re looking for a DJ who completely transforms your wedding, DJ Darryl J is your person! From the moment he arrived, his energy, personality, and professionalism were unmatc...
hed. He didn’t just play music, he created an atmosphere. Every song transition was seamless, every beat was on point, and he read the crowd perfectly all night long. His personality alone could light up a room, but paired with some insane DJ skills, it brought our night from magical to next level. Guests were raving, the dance floor never emptied, and the vibe went from elegant and classy to electrifying and raving which was exactly what we hoped for and more. 10/10 would recommend a thousand times over. If you want unforgettable memories and a DJ who brings pure magic to your event, look no further!
We booked Darryl J. for our wedding after searching for months for a DJ who resonated with our family and culture. He was truly in tuned with the crowd, vibe and overall experience...
of our special day. He maintained communication with us throughout the planning stages and made sure he was attentive to every detail down to pronunciation of names. His attention to detail and amazing expertise of mixing made our wedding day one to remember! Thank you for being a part of our special day and making it that much better Darryl!
We couldn’t have asked for a better person as our DJ! Darryl creates the best vibe for our wedding, and in general was a favorite with our guests. He’s kind, patient, knows how to ...
read a room, and set the stage for our big day. I highly highly recommend
Darryl J. Weddings did a phenomenal job at our wedding from beginning to end! He was attentive and professional from the very beginning. At the reception as soon as my wife and I w...
alked in he did not miss! Every song that he played was tailored to us! The dance floor was never empty! I will use him at any event! If you want to have an amazing time and fun at any event hit up Darryl J. Weddings.
DJ Darryl J really brought the energy ! The speakers sounded amazing, the LED up lights set the perfect vibe , the photo booth looked great, and I was surprised when I saw the led ...
sticks that everyone was waving around lol. He really helped to make our wedding night a movie ! Thank you so much 🙏🏾
We loved having Darryl be our wedding DJ! He's an absolute professional and lovely to work with. He played great music and had all of our guests dancing and having fun all evening....
I recommend him wholeheartedly!
Darryl was amazing in the lead-up to our wedding. He had a clear doc to detail everything we needed and follow-ups to be sure he understood our needs. On the day of the wedding, Da...
rryl was amazing. He hit all the marks and never had the dance floor empty!
Darryl J. DJ’d and MC’d our wedding. His music selection was awesome and diverse. Our guests were on the dance floor the whole night! He was pleasant to work with from before the ...
wedding to after the wedding. He made sure he reached out to get all of the details he needed including the unique names of our wedding party and family. He also provided a lot of the accessories you’d want to make your day special. If you’re looking for someone to give you various music options and keep the vibes of the night going I 10/10 recommend having DJ Darryl J at your event!!
If I could give Darryl 10 stars…. I would. Everyone at our wedding commented on how amazing he was. Best DJ ever and the only one I will book for future events. We love you Darryl!...
!!!
I have followed Darryl on social media for a long time now and I always knew when it was my turn to get married that I wanted him as my DJ. My day finally came and he absolutely ex...
ceeded all expectations. My family and friends have been raving about the music and his amazing job keeping the party going. His attention to detail and commitment to excellence was second to none and he gets a glowing recommendation from me to anyone who’s planning a big event. Thank you Darryl for making our special day even better.
Omg what can I say! I was a guest at TWO weddings where he was the DJ and he knows music so well! He’s literally got the best energy. We were all dancing and having a great time! D...
arryl J. is the only choice!
I would first like to say wow! Darryl J did such a phenomenal job at our wedding on yesterday. He pushed himself as an artist on the genre of music I grew up on and delivered. He w...
as so professional ie great communication, showed up on time, extremely organized, and gave great advice! My husband and I were super impressed and knew we were in great hands from the beginning. Thank you Darryl J for the memories and hope we can create more with you in the future!
Amazing DJ who kept the party going until they kicked us out! I don't think there was ever a moment where I didn't want to dance. It was epic. He delivered. Communicated everything...
he needed to get the job done. Highly recommend !
Our experience with Darryl J. Weddings was amazing! The energy Darryl brought to our wedding keep the mood elevated and everyone on the dance floor, when we had a leave a few times...
because he kept the crowd moving, no one notice. The uplighting and pin lights enhanced our décor that much more! A year later and everyone is still talking about the turn-up at the party. He really knows how to keep the party moving and shaking! One of the highlights of our wedding was having his amazing DJ skills! If I did it over, I would hire Darryl again. His attention to details is remarkable. He was very communicative and ease to talk to. I appreciate that Darryl spends time getting to know to his couples, I think this helps to enhance the process! The pricing matched the stellar level of services provided. Darryl, thanks for bringing your energy to our wedding and making it one for the books!
Darryl was very professional throughout the entire process. He is great at what he does. He was extremely prompt with his response. He kept me and my guests on the dance floor. He ...
can be a little bit intimidating and strict whenever you make a request or need to make changes. He does have a 30 day window to make changes. Which can be difficult for someone who is learning the process as they go along. I do understand his stance on it as it prevents errors on your big day. I also had a Situation wherw some of my guests went too close to his DJ booth because he was playing a great song that everyone wanted to hear again, and he didn't like that, which is understandable, and I completely agree with him. However, he could have handled it a different way. He said that the party would be over if anyone came close to his booth again. His delivery was off and so many people stopped dancing after that. He killed my mood a little but I totally understand and agree with his position. Just wished he didn't come off so strong because we werw all having wonderful. Nevertheless the music waa great and I would use him again and recommend him again.
Oh My Goodness… It was a blast! You were fantastic we seriously could not have asked for a better DJ
When you have a DJ Our friends and family are still talking about how much the ...
dancing was at the reception. The uplighting was beautiful.
Thank you so much for everything! that perfectly sets the mood for your evening and reads the crowd our guests can’t stop talking about had very memorable experience you end up with a wedding to remember. I would recommend you to anyone looking for a professional and fun DJ 😊. Thank you so much for everything!!!
Darry J is the BEST! Had the pleasure of working with him for my wedding yesterday! My guest were on THE FLOOR ALL NIGHT LONG! I want to get married all over again just so I can bo...
ok with him again! Stop reading and start booking, you will not be disappointed!!!
Darryl absolutely went above and beyond for our wedding! He was so easy to work with and kept the party going all night! Our multiracial family all enjoyed his music and energy. Mo...
st of all we are beyond grateful for his ability to go with the flow when our vendor threw last minute curve-balls. We highly recommend Darryl!
Darryl is AMAZING!! Everyone had such a great time. Everything was perfect and he kept the energy going all night we didn’t want it to end! Still getting texts from people wishing ...
they were back at the wedding all thanks to Darryl!
Aside from marrying my husband, hiring Darryl to be our dj was the best decision I made for our wedding. He went above and beyond in every way. He was there from day one all the wa...
y till we shut down the venue. Our timeline got so thrown off, but he kept the party going and helped reel everything in. We got so many compliments from everyone there and we were dancing the whole night. Save yourself the stress and time and book Darryl, you will not regret it 😁
The best DJ you can possibly book. He was extremely organized, punctual and hit our vision spot on. My day of coordinator had completely incorrect information and he was able to ta...
ke over the show because she was an unreliable, mess. I didn’t have to worry about anything with this aspect of our wedding because he was on top of everything. Stress free and extremely easy to work with. If I could give more than 5 stars I would. Thank you, thank you for taking such great care of us. We were dancing all night!
Darryl J is awesome
Experiences create memories and Darryl J provided us with a memory that we’ll never forget. Our entire experience from our initial consultation until the conclusion of our wedding,...
Darryl J remained professional, attentive, organized, and all around was a pleasure to work with. He made sure all of our guests had a great time and were on the dance floor all night! The selfie booth was a wonderful add on that provided our guests such a fun experience. If you’re looking for the overall experience and not just someone who will play music, Darryl J is who you need!
When I tell you this is one of the best DJs around! He made sure music was right from ceremony to reception. Even with a few surprises we threw in there, he never failed, just kept...
doing what he does best. Darryl had our party lit and my guests couldn’t stop talking about how he kept the party going all night! If you are lookin for an incredible, amazing and down to earth wedding DJ look no further cause you found him. We had the pleasure of having him rock our party and he made it a day we will never forget!
Darryl J definitely exceeded our expectations and he kept our wedding live the whole night. When I was eating, I told my wife, "Wow, Darryl J is killing it right now with the music...
!" Our family and friends loved it and he had a great mix of island and hip hop music. It was ultimate wedding experience!!!
Please do not hesitate to book with DJ Darryl. He is nothing short of amazing and will rock your entire wedding!
Where do we even begin with Darryl?? He brought THE ULTIMATE WEDDING EXPERIENCE to our big day! During our initial consultation, we told him how important it was for us to bring ou...
r Colombian and Caribbean cultures together. Not only did he create the perfect blend through music, he created magic and brought our families and friends together for an unforgettable night. The energy that Darryl brought to our wedding and the dance floor was one of a kind. He had everyone jumping, celebrating and waving napkins in the air… our guests are still talking about him a week later!! Darryl is professional, personable, energetic and truly the best in the business! Thank you for making our wedding so incredible!
Just wow!!!! Darryl J Weddings provided an incredible experience at our vow renewal. The music was ON POINT all night. The dancing on a cloud/cold spark unit add-on during our firs...
t dance was incredible! Everyone was amazed and in awe! The timing was perfect and made for beautiful pics/videos. I couldn’t have asked for a better experience. There’s no one I’d recommend more for weddings than this company!
Darryl is hands down the best wedding DJ ever!!! He made the process so easy and stress free! He was there to answer any questions or concerns we had along with suggesting other al...
ternatives or ideas when it came to our music selection and playlist. Everyone from our wedding night keeps raving about how amazing the music selection was and how good Darryl was. He reads the crowd and makes sure all guests are on the dance floor having a good time! I 10,000% recommended him for a DJ ! Trust me DO NOT LOOK ANYWHERE ELSE! Choose Darryl and you’ll see for yourself!
Wedding planning is already stressful enough and the beauty about hiring Darryl is you don’t have to worry about the entertainment! He’s experienced, professional, talented, and t...
horough from the jump! He makes his couples feel special and excited from the first call. That’s exactly what every bride and groom hope for when it comes to their DJ! And he offers so much more than his DJ services. Details like cold sparks and dancing on a cloud make the night magical! The entertainment is one of the most important decisions a couple will make and he offers it all! With Darryl, he’s going to bring flavor and excitement to your special day. I’ve witnessed it myself and it’s a whole vibe!!! It’s the best decision you can make hiring Darryl! You won’t be disappointed!
If I could’ve made this review 10 stars I would’ve!!!! Hiring Darryl j was by far the best decision I made for my wedding!!! He turned my wedding into a carnival ;people were danci...
ng , waving flags(napkins) and having so much fun!! Most djs stay behind the booth but Darryl j was out on the dance floor partying with us! His communication and organization of the wedding plan was spot on. As a first time bride , he made this process so easy and provided so many suggestions and enhanced the wedding. His prices were amazing and he even provided a discount on some of the additional features which made the wedding even more magical. He has officially become a part of our family !!! Don’t question it, you need to hire him , you won’t be disappointed!!!! Darryl thank you for being a part of our journey and making our wedding the most memorable wedding amongst our family and freinds !!!!!
It was amazing. So many people complimented him and i loved that he was able to mix in our random requests so quickly and effortlessly. 10 out of 10 recommend. My friend who atten...
ded my wedding and is also getting married would like to hire him for her wedding. That’s how great he was.
Darryl J. was AMAZING! Very professional and kept the vibes going from the ceremony to the reception! Our guest are still talking about it! We definitely will be contacting him aga...
in for any other big events!
Okay, our wedding was a month ago and we are still hyped!
From the moment that we contacted Darryl, he was so professional and made us feel at ease. Leading up to the wedding, he w...
orked with us and all of our vendors and made sure that our wedding went so smoothly.
HE ROCKED OUR RECEPTION! We are still getting so many compliments with how fun the wedding was. We had a diverse group of attendees and there was not one awkward moment at all throughout the night. I don’t know what to say except for BOOK HIM for your wedding! If you already booked someone else, I’d say cancel with them and book with Darryl J Weddings!
Darryl made our DJ/Entertainment experience a breeze!! We followed all his steps he needed from us to make the big day as smooth as possible. He’s prompt in his responses and very ...
timely. A true professional in the business! Our guest had fun and he even makes a great commentator LOL. It was truly an amazing experience working with him every step of the way!
The day we chose Darryl to be our DJ,we knew we were making the best decision ever. Darryl had our best interest from start to finish. Every time we had a question Darryl was there...
to answer. He’s very patient and kind. Darryl had our guest on the dance floor the entire reception. Our guest and ourselves had an absolute blast! We thank you Darryl!!!
Love,
The Mixon’s 11/27/21
Darryl was absolutely amazing. From the moment we connected he was and has been very kind. He answered all our questions and even gave suggestions. He is super professional and not...
to mention he had the night lit 🔥and beautiful with the lighting. The cold spark experience and dancing on clouds was a chefs kiss for the night. If you need an amazing DJ, stop looking and get in contact with him. I wouldn’t change anything about that night. He is worth every penny! Thank you for the memories from our wedding night.
Darryl gave us the party of a lifetime! He listened to what we wanted but also clearly stated his expectations of us, this was so important to me and I like things to run smoothly!...
He read the crowd so well and kept people on the dance floor all night long!
Wow - what can I say ! Darryl is truly amazing at what he does . His professionalism, communication, amenities & ability to start the party & keep the party going is unmatched! He ...
is not just your average DJ who just puts a playlist together, hits play & lets the songs just play through - he is so much more than that ! He MC’s - which was one of my biggest things I searched for when picking the right DJ. Someone that could speak to a crowd of people, read a room & really set the tone for our wedding experience & with Darryl , he exceeded all my husband’s & my expectations along with blowing our guests away ! We also booked the high quality digital photo booth with Darryl which our guests absolutely loved & had a ball with taking pictures & creating boomerangs . Would highly recommended adding this to your package , well worth it - we can’t wait to get all the photos & videos our guests took back to see the fun they had with it !! If I could give Darryl 100 out of 10 stars I would - If you haven’t booked him already book him NOW , you won’t regret it !!
Darryl had our wedding guests enjoying their experience from start to finish! I highly recommend him if you want your wedding day to as magical as ours!! We can’t thank you enough,...
Darryl! We appreciate you!
Love,
The Chestons
DJ Darryl understood the atmosphere we were looking to set for our wedding. Our guest were dancing before my Wife and I made our entrance which is exactly what we wanted. The night...
was full of memories, and we could not have asked for a better DJ. We highly recommend DJ Darryl.
- The Coopers
DJ Darryl was professional, responsive, and energetic. He made was so animated when announcing us as a new couple, which got everyone else excited. Also, he was amazing at gettin...
g the party started and adjusting to the crowd. As a result, everyone from my best friends to my grandparents commented that this was the most fun they ever had at a wedding. Thank you DJ Darryl!
Darryl gives exactly what he says he gives... "the perfect mix of DJ entertainment". Darryl is a professional wedding DJ who is organized, a communicator who listens to his couple'...
s desires, and educates you on his process. It was very important to pick a DJ or any vendor who truly enjoys what they do but can also take you along the process so you know you are investing in a quality service that is uniquely packaged for you. We told him top layer what we wanted and he worked his magic! We received a ton of positive feedback on him from our guests and vendors. He was able to keep the transitions and vibes of the wedding seamlessly moving. His flow made my wedding feel like a movie that you didn't want to end. All to say is.... book Darryl NOW! He will keep the party going all night long. Your guests WILL have a blast with him. AND your coordinators and stand-by vendors are going to love the music hype as they work. :P Book him now before your date is gone.... Thank you Darryl! 5 stars
If you are looking for a PARTY you need to stop searching and book Darryl J. as your DJ right now!! When I first contacted Darryl I told him we are a party group and want to be up ...
all night dancing no down time and he did it!! Our wedding was an absolute blast and it’s all thanks to Darryl! I HIGHLY recommend him and I’m sure I will be using his services again in the future! Thank you so much it was truly an unforgettable night for not only us as the bride and groom but all our wedding guest that can not stop talking about the night and how much fun they had!!
10/10 I would highly recommend!! Darryl is literally awesome! He’s not only a DJ but a Awesome MC he literally vibes with the crowd. Darryl is professional and communicates well! I...
couldn’t have asked for a better wedding night. If your reading this go ahead and book him you won’t regret it!!! Thanks again 💪🏾
Darryl was AMAZING! On time, very professional and definitely knows how to get the crowd going. If anyone is looking for a DJ for their wedding he’s the one. He also has dancing on...
the cloud and a photo booth! What’s better than that?! Absolutely loved him. Keep on being amazing Darryl and thank you for everything 🙏🏼💕
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Darryl J. Weddings