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DJs for Lovers
Alex was AMAZING!! From our first meeting until the last minute of our party, he was professional and kept the party going! I will be recommending DJs for Lovers to everyone!! Thank you, Alex!!!
Alexa H.
5.0
Alex was our DJ for our wedding and matched the vibes and energy perfectly! He was very flexible with our day of timeline, professional, and helped keep all our friends and family dancing throughout the reception. I really appreciated the strong communication leading up to our wedding day as well. We were recommended DJs for Lovers by our friends and I would 1000% recommend them for your next event too.
Nora K.
5.0
AWARD WINNER (3X)
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Reviewers raved about the DJ’s professionalism, communication, and flexibility, noting prompt setup, rehearsal attendance, and seamless handling of last-minute changes. He served as an excellent MC, provided reliable sound and lighting equipment, and tailored diverse playlists for cultural and themed requests. Guests praised his crowd-reading skills and ability to keep the dance floor packed all night.Review photos
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Doris W
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5.0
An Absolutely Wonderful Experience with Michael at DJ for Lovers!
Michael with DJ for Lovers was truly exceptional! From providing the music and microphones to DJing and MCing th...
roughout my daughter and son-in-law’s special day, he played such an important role in making their wedding magical and unforgettable.
There were so many moving parts to bring together, and Michael handled everything with incredible professionalism, grace, and such a wonderful personality. He helped everything flow beautifully, created the perfect atmosphere, and added so much joy to the celebration. It was such a relief knowing we had someone so talented, dependable, and genuinely invested in making the day special.
What really sets Michael apart is that he goes beyond simply providing a service. His warmth, attention to detail, and personal touches made us feel that he truly cared about making this day everything we had hoped it would be. And the Hawaiian shirt! The icing on the cake! It was such a fun, thoughtful touch that perfectly reflected his wonderful spirit and made the day even more memorable. He changed from his professional black suit coat to a Hawaiian shirt later in the evening at the request of my daughter, just to tease me.
I am incredibly grateful that we chose Michael to be part of their wedding. He helped make a beautiful day even more meaningful, and I honestly wish we could do it all over again!
If you are looking for a DJ and MC who brings professionalism, personality, talent, and heart to your celebration, I cannot recommend Michael and DJ for Lovers highly enough. He will be at the top of my list for any future celebration, and I would recommend him without hesitation to anyone looking to make their special day truly unforgettable.
Thank you, Michael, for being such a wonderful part of a day we will cherish forever! You were absolutely amazing!
Response from DJs for Lovers
Doris, This has to be the best review I've ever received. Thank you for the very kind word...
s and gratitude. It's an honor to play such an integral role in my couple's most special day. Receiving a review like this is my icing on the cake! Wishing everyone all the best. - Michael
Alexa H
5.0
Alex was AMAZING!! From our first meeting until the last minute of our party, he was professional and kept the party going! I will be recommending DJs for Lovers to everyone!! Than...
k you, Alex!!!
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Nora K
5.0
Alex was our DJ for our wedding and matched the vibes and energy perfectly! He was very flexible with our day of timeline, professional, and helped keep all our friends and family ...
dancing throughout the reception. I really appreciated the strong communication leading up to our wedding day as well. We were recommended DJs for Lovers by our friends and I would 1000% recommend them for your next event too.
Nathan R
5.0
Michael was a fantastic DJ who was able to keep everyone on the dance floor all night. He was very professional and was able to connect with our guests and vendors amazingly. He co...
ordinated with us very proactively and made sure to ask all the right questions so every aspect of the event went smoothly. He crafted a custom playlist based on our input that had a great flow for the event. Our officiant was very thankful for Michael as well as it was her first wedding and he made her feel super comfortable and was able to help guide her through the process expertly. I would definitely recommend Michael for any future event!
Response from DJs for Lovers
Thank you for such a kind review Nathan. I think you captured exactly what I intend to acc...
omplish at each wedding. I'm so grateful that I was able to serve you and Taylor and help bring your wedding day vision to life. I truly have the greatest job! Best regards, Michael Murphy
Jennifer T
5.0
I was the wedding coordinator this weekend where Mike was the DJ. Out of over 100 weddings I’ve been a part of, Mike was hands down the best DJ I’ve ever met or worked with. He was...
great in communication leading up to the wedding, day of he was prompt on arrival, and made sure everything was ready to go. Throughout the reception he kept the audience engaged and there was not a single moment of down time, every song flowed seamlessly into the next. Every timed song was executed perfectly, and I could not recommend him enough!
Response from DJs for Lovers
Jennifer (Southern Luxe Event Co), We made a great team on Saturday. I truly appreciate yo...
u taking the time to write me a review and such an awesome on at that! What you wrote is exactly my goal for each wedding. I hope that we'll get to work together again, because that's how to have an amazing wedding... By hiring the right people for the job! - DJ Mike
Rachel B
5.0
Wow! Mike was phenomenal! He kept us dancing all night long and there was never a lull in the music. I am so impressed with his professionalism and his personality is unmatched. 10...
out of 10! Book DJs for Lovers!!
Response from DJs for Lovers
Thank you so much for this review Rachel! It really made my day to see this and know that ...
you're happy with how your wedding day turned out. I thought it was a perfect wedding from start to finish. It was a team effort and we all did our part to make it amazing. Also thanks for the music guidance. I loved playing that early 00's hip hop especially! - Best, Mike
Lily V
4.0
Alex was a great addition to our wedding day and was knowledgeable about our unique venue. We did have one instance during the day where the set plans didn’t work out perfectly. Fo...
r an anniversary dance, the incorrect song was played for the song to get everyone on the dance floor, and our first dances were in the wrong order. However, we were happy overall with his service.
Response from DJs for Lovers
Thank you for your thoughtful feedback. It was truly a pleasure to be part of your wedding...
day, and I’m so glad to hear that you were happy overall with my service. I’m sorry the dance sequence did not unfold as expected. The revised order of the first dances was not reflected in any of the timelines I received before the wedding, and I learned of the change only after the music had already begun, when the planner reassured me to continue. Had I received the updated order in advance, I would have gladly adjusted the music and sequence. I truly appreciate the opportunity to have celebrated with you and wish you both all the best.
Grace P
5.0
Mike was absolutely the best! He took the time to really make sure the music and overall vibe really felt like us. We were very grateful to have someone who knows what he is doing ...
-- Mike was very patient and helpful with all of our questions :) DJs for Lovers was such a big part of what made our night so magical! Wish we could do it again and again!!!
Response from DJs for Lovers
Thank you so much Grace. These weddings are bonding experiences and I feel very endeared t...
o you and Carter and your family. Best regards to all! - DJ Mike
Andrew R
5.0
DJMike was awesome ! He worked with us above and beyond, showed up when other vendors didn’t, helped organize and distribute things, remembered every little detail we requested, an...
d much more. I cannot say enough good stuff about these guys and their professionalism but also delivering quality music and keeping the party going! We had everything from our grandparents to young children at our event and also our friends who love to party and he did a great job keeping everything moving! Highly recommend
Response from DJs for Lovers
Andrew, This is such a fantastic review. Thank you so much. It's my honor to help you have...
a perfect wedding day!
Best regrads,
DJ Mike
Tara K
5.0
DJ Mike was so amazing to work with and made our wedding so much fun. He is an incredible MC and kept everything moving seamlessly! He was kind, communicative, and flexible. We wou...
ld recommend his services time and time again!
Response from DJs for Lovers
It was a joy and a pleasure working with you, Tara. I'm grateful to have been a part of yo...
ur wedding celebration.
Best regards,
DJ Mike
Alivia P
5.0
Michael was amazing! He communicated well, took our music preferences to heart, and kept the dance floor packed all night. He also did a great job as our emcee, keeping everything ...
running smoothly and on schedule. The shoe game he added was such a fun highlight that everyone loved. He helped make our night so fun and stress-free. I highly recommend DJs for Lovers!
Response from DJs for Lovers
Thank you! It was such a pleasure working with you! I've added some of your great song sel...
ections to my rotation.Much appreciated!
Deanna C
5.0
Michael did a phenomenal job. We had many detailed, specific requests, and he worked with us to make them a reality. He met with us multiple times (including at the rehearsal) an...
d was always a pleasure to work with. Due to rainy weather, we had to pivot from an outdoor wedding to an indoor one at the last minute, and he navigated the change without issue. Every element of the ceremony and reception were handled splendidly. In addition to being very experienced, qualified, reliable, flexible, and easy to work with, he also offers very reasonable rates and contractual terms. Highly recommended.
Response from DJs for Lovers
It was an honor to be a part of this phenomenal wedding! Much Love!
Dan P
5.0
Mike was truly the best. Just had a wedding this past weekend, he was amazing! Everything was perfect and exactly how we pictured. Would highly recommend DJ mike for your wedding a...
nd other events. Thanks Mike, you rock!
Response from DJs for Lovers
No you rock! Thanks for this awesome review, Dan and Kalina! I'm so glad that you were hap...
py with everything! it really was an amazing wedding! Best regards, DJ Mike
Trevor W
5.0
Mike was absolutely outstanding. From coordination and ease of communication, he made sure we were all on the same page music wise and schedule wise. At the wedding, he went the ex...
tra mile and MC'd during dinner and speeches-- the little things that made our night so much easier and fun. Overall just a great guy and easy to work with. I highly recommend working with him whether it be a wedding or any other event. I truly appreciate it Mike.
Response from DJs for Lovers
I’m always amazed at how the right couples find me. You were no exception. I loved your vi...
be and taste. I’m still dancing, thinking about Saturday night on the patio. What a night! Thank you for the 5⭐️ review.
- DJ Mike
Beverly A
5.0
Michael’s the one you’re looking for!
From our first consultation call, we knew he was the right pick. Michael went above and beyond to make sure our guests had a beautiful time ...
and a diverse, engaging set of songs to dance to. Our wedding was Nigerian-American and Michael DJ’ed and MC’ed effortlessly through it all!
Even with the limited time we had, he somehow fit in all the dances we needed and had everyone, young and older, on the dance floor. He’s incredibly friendly, very communicative, and super flexible. For example, we had a last minute change to our list of bridesmaids and he quickly updated his script to reflect the new names in our bridal party. We’re deeply grateful for his attention to detail (down to the accurate pronunciation of words in Igbo) and his creativity.
We would pick Michael over and over again and hope you do too!
Response from DJs for Lovers
Beverly, Thank you so much for taking the time to write a review of my services for you we...
dding. The wedding was the perfect way to kick off the new year for me. It was so fun! I'm sincerely grateful to have had the opportunity to take part. All my best to you and Andrew, and to the asoebi ladies! - Michael
Jamal B
5.0
I was a guest who attended a Nigerian-American themed wedding with DJ Mike as our MC. I was thoroughly impressed by his ability to weave between thematic songs. He read the crowd a...
nd maneuvered songs to match and create the vibe. This wedding stood out in large part because of DJ Michael's artistry. He had an incredible ability to engage and hype the crowd. He was responsive to feedback. And most importantly, it looked like he actually enjoyed being there. If you don't use him for your services, I can assure you that you are missing out. Life is too short to waste time settling for average. Choose better than average. Choose DJ Michael.
Response from DJs for Lovers
It's one thing to get a review from the bride and groom and but when a guest of the weddin...
g goes out of their way to review my services, then I know I did a good job! Thank you so much Jamal! Best regards!
Bailey B
5.0
We can't say enough good things about Michael! From the multiple meetings and phone calls ahead of time, to him personally showing up to rehearsal and helping us practice with musi...
c to the seamless set up and take down day of event everything was perfect! Michael was personable, easy to work with and an absolute blast to have as part of our wedding-he kept the dance floor packed the whole event and the microphones and sound system were crystal clear during the ceremony even with it being outside. Could not recommend more!
Response from DJs for Lovers
Thank you for sharing your experience and for the 5 star recommendation. I’m just thrilled...
and still smiling about how amazing your wedding was. Best Regards, Michael
Susan H
5.0
Michael was outstanding! He was gracious, charming and professional. It was a pleasure.
Response from DJs for Lovers
Thank you Susan! It was a true pleasure working with all of you! Best Regards, Michael
Savannah L
5.0
Michael was an excellent DJ — professional, organized, and great at reading the room. The music flowed perfectly, and the dance floor stayed full all night. We'd confidently recomm...
end him to anyone looking for a memorable night!
Response from DJs for Lovers
Thank you so much. This wedding was so inspiring and kicked off my Summer of incredible da...
nce parties. It's an honor to have the opportunity to work with amazing couples like you and Ben. Best regards, -Michael
Adriana V
5.0
When I tell you Michael is THE guy you need to book for your wedding, I mean it. We had a Star Wars-themed wedding and I had very specific music selections and arrangements in mind...
for the ceremony. Michael was super on top of ensuring everything flowed smooth, the right music played, and when it was time for the reception? Everyone was having a great time! Michael was very communicative and attentive to our wants for the day-of. On top of that, he also provided amazing lighting services, MC services, and perfect sound balancing for the day! Don't even think twice, just book him!
Response from DJs for Lovers
Wow! The best review ever for the best wedding ever. Thank you so much! I'm truly grateful...
to have had the opportunity to work with you and Dylan! -Michael
Syd S
5.0
We hired Michael last minute after our original DJ fell through. As soon as we had our first meeting with Michael, we felt a huge sense of warmth, excitement for our wedding, a con...
tagious passion for DJing. Throughout the entire planning process, he was communicative and helpful with preparing for our day. The day of, our ceremony and reception were in two different locations, Michael was able to provide a set up for sound at both locations. At the ceremony, he did an amazing job emceeing and helped make the night go as smoothly as possible. The dance party after dinner was a massive hit with music that was loved by all ages. We highly recommend Michael if you value having someone invested in making sure your day is as special as you do!
Response from DJs for Lovers
Wow, thank you! I live for reviews like this. I’m thrilled to have had the opportunity wor...
k with you and Sophie. It was an incredible wedding! Best regards, DJ Michael
Kathleen H
5.0
Michael from DJs for Lovers was absolutely incredible and a key part of making our wedding run so smoothly and feel so special. He was not only a fantastic DJ, but also an on-point...
emcee—keeping the evening on schedule, making announcements at just the right times, and even letting guests know when the wedding shuttle was about to depart (a detail we really appreciated!).
He was also wonderfully patient with us in the weeks leading up to the big day, giving us the space we needed to finalize our song list amidst the chaos of wedding planning. When the day came, he executed every pre-selected song choice flawlessly, and where we left things more open-ended (like for cocktail hour), he absolutely nailed the vibe.
Michael came fully prepared with wireless mics for the ceremony, uplighting, and all necessary equipment, and he arrived early to get everything set up seamlessly. He was extremely professional, and his attention to detail was unmatched—especially when it came to honoring our “do not play” list. He even double-checked with us about songs that were similar in tone or style to be sure they aligned with our preferences.
We’re so happy we chose Michael. He went above and beyond, and we can’t recommend him and DJs for Lovers enough!
Response from DJs for Lovers
Wow! Reading this review has totally made my week. I'm smiling from ear to ear. Thinking a...
bout your wedding also makes my smile from ear to ear. It was truly my pleasure!
Em S
5.0
We worked with DJ Michael for our wedding, and he was both awesome and a lot of fun. My husband and I met playing an online game and being giant nerds is a big part of who we are, ...
so we wanted to use a lot of video game music for various things with our ceremony and reception. Michael was genuinely enthusiastic about the idea and put together a great nerdy prelude playlist to go with the specific songs we’d chosen for the processionals. The music he played for dancing at the reception was also exactly what we were thinking of, and we had a fantastic time dancing and singing along with our friends. Michael was so helpful and easy to work with through the whole process, and he even came to our rehearsal so we could practice with music, which I’d never heard of a DJ doing before. Music can help make or break a ceremony and especially a reception, so we’re so happy we picked Michael for that!
Response from DJs for Lovers
It was such a joy to work with you and Tom. It also gave me my favorite courtship story of...
all time! Thank you for this amazing review! All the best, Michael
Emma W
5.0
Michael was AMAZING for our wedding and I can't recommend him enough!!! He was extremely flexible, communicative, and made sure that we were always on the same page. The music was ...
very important to me and I am so pleased with how well Michael executed it. He made sure to include the songs/artists that we wanted to hear, but also added some more mainstream music to please the crowd. All of our guests have gone on and on about how perfect the music was - the majority of the attendees were on the dance floor the entire night! On top of that, my dad is a former DJ and Michael was kind enough to let him DJ a few of the songs during the night, which was so fun and my dad was so excited about it. We are so thankful to have met Michael and anyone would be so lucky to have him as their DJ! Thank you, Michael!! :)
Response from DJs for Lovers
Wow, This really brought a smile to my face to read. It was such a pleasure working with y...
ou and Nathan. Thank you very much! Beat regards
Lindsey W
5.0
Michael worked with us four wedding and we are SO thankful we booked him! He took the time to get to know my husband and I by staying in constant contact through email, text and ph...
one conferences. He went above and beyond making sure we had the right playlist put together from the reception to the ceremony and everything in between! Even the more obscure songs we requested (bagpipe metal covers) he had ready to go for our big day. He even had all of the audio equipment needed for our ceremony, we wanted a cordless set up for the pictures and he had everything set up right on time! I wish all of my vendors were as easy to work with as Michael and I can’t recommend his services enough!
Response from DJs for Lovers
I had a wonderful time working with you and Kyle. So glad we got to connect and work toget...
her. Thank you so much for the very kind review.
-Michael
Aaron J
5.0
DJ Mike is awesome! He took us through the whole process with great flexibility and past expertise. Look forward to his questionnaire to get a sense of your music. During the actua...
l reception, there were no complaints and the music and energy flowed organically but still within our guidelines. They also have excellent equipment we were able to use for our ceremony and to make announcements at an outside cocktail hour.
Response from DJs for Lovers
Thank you so much for the kind words Aaron. I'm glad we were able to make memories to last...
a lifetime. Your wedding was magnificent! Best regards, Michael
Stephanie M
5.0
Working with Michael was great! He made everything super easy and laid back. There was ample communication leading up to our wedding day and he took all of our song choices to crea...
te great playlists. He took care of all the music for the ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception. We couldn't have asked for a better DJ for our big day!
Response from DJs for Lovers
I'm so happy that you and J were pleased with everything. It was all my pleasure! Thank yo...
u for your review!
Kelly R
5.0
We honestly can’t say enough good things about our wedding DJ Michael. Outside of my coordinator he reached out to us more than any vendor in the planning process just to make sure...
we were doing okay which just absolutely put us at ease. You can tell he loves what he does and just brought such a fantastic energy to our evening. I would not hesitate to have him as a DJ for any event you are planning. Thank you so much to Michael!
Response from DJs for Lovers
There were so many awesome moments at this wedding it's hard to keep track of all of them....
Thank you for the super kind review! Best wishes
Andrew H
5.0
Mike was an absolute pro who helped us craft our playlist, figured out what the perfect balance of cultural and fun was, and then adapted on the fly during the reception to match t...
he audience's energy. We didn't stop dancing the entire night thanks to him and he even came to our rehearsal to do a sound check. Would absolutely recommend him to do your weddings!
Response from DJs for Lovers
A perfect review for a perfect wedding. Thank you Andrew and Olive! Best Regards!
Laura P
5.0
Mike just DJ'd our wedding this past weekend and I am so glad he was recommended to us! He listened to all of our requests and made sure that everyone was dancing during our weddin...
g. We were especially happy that he attended our rehearsal to make sure that the music would work for our ceremony! We would highly recommend Mike to DJ your event!
Response from DJs for Lovers
It was such a pleasure working with you and Chip. Your wedding was incredible and unforget...
table. Best wishes!
Avery Rebekah H
5.0
Michael of DJs for Lovers was an absolute joy to work with. From the moment we put an inquiry in to the actual wedding day, Michael was nothing short of absolutely amazing! His mus...
ic expertise really helped to create our perfect wedding playlist, from sending suggestions and playlists alike, and everything came together beautifully. We cannot thank him enough for everything he did to help during the planning process, and for making the wedding day so special. Our wedding day wouldn’t have been the same without Michael, and we are so lucky to have had the chance to work with him!!!
Response from DJs for Lovers
Thoroughly enjoyed your wedding. Thanks so much for having me as your DJ! And thank you fo...
r the glowing review!
shay h
5.0
Look no further for the BEST DJ for your wedding. We truly cannot give enough praises to DJ Michael Murphy and DJs for Lovers. He was so easy to talk to, walked us through the whol...
e process, had multiple zoom meetings with us to really understand what we wanted for our wedding music, and was kind and professional. He even came for our rehearsal so we could envision what walking down the aisle would be like. It was my first happy tears moment!! Every single person at the wedding was vibing and dancing the whole night and multiple times I was told how great the music was. It truly was remarkable. Not to mention, he was incredibly adaptable when my bridesmaids had trouble with my bustle and we ended up behind schedule. We are so happy with his services and just all around great personality. The day after the wedding he sent me a heart felt email thanking me and pointing out his favorite parts. He really has a magic touch with what he does.
Response from DJs for Lovers
Wow, Thank you so much! It's an honor for me to take part in people's wedding day. Your we...
dding was a fond reminder of that privilege from the start to finish.
Carrie S
5.0
We had a fantastic experience working with Michael! Having a fun dance party was really important to my fiance and me, and our expectations were completely blown away. We had so ma...
ny compliments from our guests on the music and emceeing, and it was clear from the number of guests on the dance floor that everyone had an amazing time! Michael was with us each step of the way to help guide decisions when we needed help, or to just roll with our vision when we were clear on what we wanted. He was responsive, professional, executed on our plan exactly as requested, and had a really positive, supportive energy. We have zero complaints and would definitely recommend using Michael!
Response from DJs for Lovers
I loved this wedding. Thanks for the review. It was my pleasure!
Nicole W
2.0
Mike was great, but I feel like everything from our last phone meeting went ignored (approximately a week before the wedding).. During the reception he totally forgot the Mother/So...
n dance with my husband and his mom. He played the wrong version of our first dance (we had come up with choreography for the correct version so we were dancing a little awkwardly for a minute before just rolling with it), and then forgot to play one song my husband had specifically requested for the reception. My last "gripe" would be Mike's demeanor when we were doing the line up. During the last phone meeting we told him that the Best Man is dating one of the bridesmaids and that it would be nice if they were welcomed together rather than having him walk in with the Maid Of Honor. When we reminded him of this the day of, his reply seemed rather irritated as he said "look, I know this is your day, but could we just do it like this?" We were taken back a bit, but just rolled with it.
All around our guests did seem to really enjoy the ceremony and reception, it was just a bit disappointing having little details (especially the Mother/Son dance that I know would have meant a lot to my mother in law) totally ignored.
Response from DJs for Lovers
Hi Nicole,
I appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. Your insights are i...
nvaluable, and I want you to know that I've listened and taken action. New procedures have been implemented to address your concerns, ensuring a better experience moving forward.
If you have any additional thoughts or suggestions, I welcome further communication. Your satisfaction is my priority, and I am committed to continually improving based on your feedback.
Best regards,
Michael
Sheridan S
5.0
Michael was a fantastic person to work with! I'm a very Type A planner and Michael made me feel so comfortable from the start by asking detailed questions and even assisting us wit...
h our timeline in emails and check ins well before the wedding. He went above and beyond as a DJ, with great suggestions for timing and assistance the day of keeping everything on track. He even helped announce our grand entrance even though it was technically before his contract time started. We love rock and 80s power ballads - which are not always the most mainstream - but Michael did an amazing job of balancing our favorites with popular hits that kept everyone dancing all night. We got so many comments that the music was great, and I can't thank Michael enough and I highly recommend him for any event!
Response from DJs for Lovers
Such a joy working with this couple and DJing their unique and epic fun wedding! Thank you...
Sheridan!
Sarra W
5.0
Mike was absolutely awesome! He met with me multiple times prior to the ceremony and reception and he really made sure that we were on the same page about the music choices. He inc...
orporated our music styles and made it flow seamlessly. He kept people engaged with dancing and helped everyone relax and have fun. I would absolutely hire him again for future events.
Response from DJs for Lovers
Thank you Sarra. Your wedding was magical and unforgettable. It was my pleasure working wi...
th you and Grattan.
anonymous u
5.0
Mike was AMAZING! He came to the rehearsal to nail down the timing, which most DJs wont. He walked me through the timing and song choices to make sure I was getting exactly what I ...
wanted from his services. He was very friendly and had a go with the flow personality, which was perfect for all of our last minute changes.
Our wedding wouldn't have been the same without him!!
Response from DJs for Lovers
That's wonderful Shannon! Thank you! I loved everything about your wedding. It was my plea...
sure
Alea K
5.0
Michael was a great DJ and really made the wedding planning on the music front very simple.. He was not over the top with the announcements and kept everything very professional.
Response from DJs for Lovers
One of the most fun weddings in recent memory. It was my pleasure! Thank you Alea!
Christine R
5.0
My husband and I chose Michael for our wedding, and he made the experience stress free, and blended right in with our family and venue! I would highly recommend this business for a...
ny music/ DJ needs!
Response from DJs for Lovers
So cool! Thanks for the awesome review, Christine!
Deauna N
5.0
Mike was such a great asset to our wedding. He made sure he understood what we wanted and what we didn't. He came to the rehearsal so we could practice with the music and double-ch...
eck the start times for the ceremony music. He had people on the dance floor within the first few songs at the reception. He made the night a blast and coordinated with our photographers to keep everything on track. 10/10 would recommend.
Response from DJs for Lovers
Thank you Deauna! I had the best time DJing for you and David and providing your ceremony ...
sound. Best wishes, Michael
Cori B
5.0
Alex was wonderful to work with. He scheduled an informational call with me as soon as I reached out, and I got great vibes from him right off the bat. We had another call about a ...
month before my event where we went through all of my song selections, timeline and a few special requests I had for him. He was super accommodating - even when he learned he’d need to completely move his set up between the ceremony and the reception. Without missing a beat, he said he could do it and offered to bring on his business partner, Michael, to help him for the first part of the evening so the move would be quick. Alex and Michael arrived right on time, got set up quickly, hit their song cues perfectly during the ceremony and then got re-set up before anyone even noticed there was a break in the music. It was clear that they are both true professionals. After the ceremony, Alex transitioned seamlessly into the role of emcee for our entrance, dances, cake cutting and toasts, and then back to DJ to get the dance floor going after the formalities wrapped. Alex had a great read on our guests’ energy and played a great mix of music to appeal to every age group in the crowd. I’m pretty sure every single guest was on the dance floor at some point the night - even my 91-year-old grandmother couldn’t resist dancing to Sweet Caroline. Throw some Lizzo and Britney Spears into the mix and we had ourselves a party! Alex is really fantastic at what he does, not to mention very fairly priced. I’d highly recommend his services to any couple!
Autumn P
5.0
Where do I even start...if I could give him 10 stars I would. He exceeded our expectations of what a DJ could provide. To start, an acquaintance referred his services to us for our...
family reunion. We had never hosted an event of this size and we were anxious, to say the least. Upon our first conversation, he was excited, flexible to our requests, and also was very easy to work with leading up to the event. Michael absolutely KILLED IT!!! His playlist was perfect and he was cool as a cucumber when a beloved, tipsy family member took over the mic. His song choices were perfect and he even joined us on the dance floor! The bottom line is you will not be disappointed and we will use him for our future Richmond events.
Megan P
5.0
We were so happy with our decision to have Mike DJ our wedding! He did an amazing job throughout the whole wedding and the guests had a great time. His music choices were spot on a...
nd included a variety of music that everyone enjoyed. In the weeks leading up to our wedding, Mike was so helpful and really helped us figure out what we wanted at our wedding.
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u!
Claire H
5.0
I was one of the Corona brides who ended up making the painful decision to just cancel the wedding, so unfortunately I never got the chance to hear what wonderful music Alex would ...
have picked for us, but I'm here to sing the praises of him just being a great person. He was wonderful to work with through the entire booking process, was patient with us when we decided to rebook the wedding to a new date, and then was so heartfelt and supportive when we ultimately decided to cancel the wedding. He is absolutely the kind of person you want on your side for your big day!
Carrie B
5.0
Alex was great to work with! We had to make quite a few dramatic changes to our wedding due to COVID and Alex was so helpful while making those changes. We only had 13 guests at ou...
r wedding but he kept the energy up the whole time, all of our guests kept saying how much they loved the music at the ceremony and reception! If you are looking for a DJ for your wedding I highly recommend Alex and DJs For Lovers!
Lea M
5.0
Want your wedding guests on the dance floor all night? Hire Michael!
We hired Michael to DJ and MC our ceremony and reception. We met with him several times to iron out details, ...
and he had suggestions for us when we weren’t sure. He took detailed notes. Everything went perfectly on our wedding day! He perfectly timed the music for our ceremony, and mic’ed the officiant and readers. The reception was the absolute best. Our dance floor was packed from beginning to end! He kept the night flowing by MCing and working closely with the day of coordinator. I can not recommend Michael enough! He is fun, professional, great at what he does, and is reasonably priced.
Ellen B
4.0
Alex was very easy to work with and accommodating. Coordinating our playlist was mostly fine (a couple moments in the ceremony we needed to request a song skip). His presence at ou...
r wedding was very warm and down to earth.
Kate S
5.0
Michael Murphy was an absolute dream to work with! He was so easy to communicate with, very professional and easygoing. When we met to discuss the timeline of our reception and wha...
t kinds of music we like, I knew we were in great hands. He took a full page of notes on our musical likes and dislikes.
During the reception, he did an amazing job sticking to the timeline, making announcements, and keeping everything running smoothly. I truly appreciated his calm demeanor! The music he played was fantastic, and he kept people on the dance floor. He did a great job of reading the crowd and playing songs that we enjoyed! We had numerous guests tell us what an awesome job he did. Beyond being great at his job, Michael is truly just a nice guy! We highly recommend him!
Erica H
5.0
Michael was a dream! Made all my ceremony and reception music visions come to life in the most perfect way! He was professional and easy to work with! I highly, highly recommend...
him!!
Response from DJs for Lovers
Thanks so much Erica. Your wedding was delightful. I was happy to be a part of the occasio...
n. - Michael
Megan M
5.0
I don’t think I can express how happy I am tat my husband and I chose DJ for Lovers as our wedding DJ. Michael Murphy was such a pleasure to work with and made the planning process...
a breeze. He came to venue meetings and he really listened to what we wanted. The ceremony music was well timed and everything was very smooth. Our wedding reception was an absolute blast! Mike made sure he played our preferences while also reading the crowd. It was because of him the party went all the way to last call! I would highly recommend him to anyone having a wedding in the Richmond area!
Response from DJs for Lovers
It was such a pleasure getting to know you and Justin and working together on your wedding...
. I loved everything about it! - Michael
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