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Delivering live music for your ceremony and cocktail hour and dance worthy DJ services, Joe strikes the right musical balance to give you the most memorable night of your life!
Joe is an award-winning musician and highly recommended DJ with over 10 years of experience. His wide range of styles and diverse list of songs make him a versatile live performer who can also deliver world class DJ service all in one night.
Live Music or DJ? When planning an event, most people struggle with the choice between hiring a band or a DJ. You don’t have to make that choice because Joe can give you both! Why settle for a typical cookie cutter DJ experience when you can get an intimate, personal, memorable touch to your wedding music. Joe sings and performs solo on acoustic guitar and keyboard. He performs covers ranging from the piano styles of Norah Jones and John Legend to the guitar sounds of Ed Sheeran and Chris Stapleton. Joe can accommodate a dinner crowd with background music, or capture everyone’s attention with his unique twist on today’s top 40 hits.
When DJing, Joe’s positive energy and ability to read a room is unmatched and his music collection is large enough to cater to any client’s needs. Experience is Key! Joe books over 60 weddings a year so he understands that each event is uniquely different. Backed by years of experience, he will work with you to create a custom-tailored soundtrack for the happiest day of your life!
Five-Star Rating! It’s Joe’s promise to provide you with the musical entertainment you always envisioned for your very special day. He takes pride in offering a unique experience for each client and has the reviews to show for it! Joe has received over 350 Five-Star Ratings and has been acknowledged with top awards from The Knot and Wedding Wire for over 10 years in a row!
State of the Art Sound Equipment/Insured Using state of the art sound equipment (always with back-up), Joe provides you with the support you need to make sure your day goes off without a hitch! Additionally, he is fully insured for all events, and can provide you with a Certificate of Insurance when requested.
Complete Wedding Package:
Ceremony: Joe is proficient in classical, jazz and contemporary music but will perform any piano and/or guitar song requested by the Bride and Groom. Instrumental or Singing – or a little bit of both – you choose!
Cocktail/Dinner Hour: In addition to the traditional jazz cocktail repertoire, Joe’s impressive list of cover songs spans all generations and genres of music.
Reception: Years of performing has provided Joe a comfort level behind the mic that only experience of that nature can achieve. His MC style is very easy going but never overbearing and the focus is always on the Bride and Groom. The music usually starts out traditional and builds as the night progresses. Joe knows how to read your crowd’s energy and plays songs that will keep your guests entertained, and the dance floor packed, all night long!
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Joe Farren
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This singer/songwriter and recording artist is also an award-winning musician and DJ specializing in professional entertainment for weddings and corporate events. Before starting his private entertainment business over 10 years ago, Joe toured as a songwriter and received an Indie Record Label deal. While studying music at the University of Maine, Joe broadened his musical horizons by delving into different genres of music as well as honed his digital recording skills – experiences that benefit him in running his entertainment business today.
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5.0
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Joe provided outstanding, versatile music, live piano for the ceremony, acoustic guitar/vocals for cocktail hour, and DJing/emceeing for the reception. He’s professional, responsive, adaptable, and reads the room to keep the dance floor packed. Highly recommended for a seamless, memorable wedding soundtrack.Review photos
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Alexandra Z
5.0
5/03/2026
Joe was absolutely amazing! He was kind and helpful. He did such a fantastic job from beginning to end from playing piano for the ceremony, to live music for cocktail hour and dinn...
er and then kept the vibes going on the dance floor for the reception. Getting him for your wedding is an absolute steal since he’s basically a live band and a DJ/MC all rolled into one. He’s the absolute whole package for music! Don’t think twice about booking him.
Victoria C
5.0
4/07/2026
Joe Farren was absolutely outstanding at our 4.4.26 wedding. He seamlessly handled multiple roles throughout the day—playing keyboard during our ceremony, performing live vocals an...
d guitar during the social hour, and then transitioning into DJing for the reception. Everything flowed perfectly, and he did a fantastic job keeping the event on schedule with clear, well-timed announcements. Beyond his talent, he brought great energy and professionalism that really elevated the entire experience for us and our guests. We couldn’t have asked for a better musician and DJ!
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Michal O
5.0
4/02/2026
Joe was receptive, clear, and punctual from our initial meeting through our wedding night. His musical talents are broad so we were able to get everything we wanted all from one pe...
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On a personal level, Joe has an instant-best-friend kind of vibe. Cool, laid back, and no ego. We highly recommend him for your special day.
Rachel K
5.0
3/30/2026
We cannot say enough amazing things about Joe. From the very first note, he completely set the tone for our day—elegant, emotional, and unforgettable. The ceremony music was absolu...
tely beautiful and had our guests tearing up (in the best way). We had an intimate family beach wedding and Joe knew exactly what to play to capture the moment as we had always visioned!
He was incredibly easy to work with, responsive, and truly listened to what we wanted. He even learned special songs for us and executed them flawlessly. During the cocktail hour, his playing created the perfect coastal atmosphere—relaxed, classy, and just the right volume to enjoy both the music and conversation.
From the cocktail hour to the dinner, Joe nailed it. He played a combination of our favorite songs and sang from his heart. He is a true talent!
If you’re looking for someone who will elevate your wedding and make it feel truly special, look no further. We would hire him again in a heartbeat! Thanks again Joe!
Alexa B
5.0
2/09/2026
We are so happy we found Joe to DJ our wedding! We loved that he was able to do a mix of live music with his guitar, piano, and vocals as well as DJ. From the instrumental piano he...
played during our processional at the wedding ceremony, to the mix of mp3 & live guitar/vocals at cocktail hour, to keeping the dance floor packed the entire night - our guests are still talking about how much fun they had & how great the Joe was! He listened to our requests, gave valuable advice, and made our night so memorable. We would recommend Joe to anyone looking for a DJ for their wedding!
Ella T
5.0
11/16/2025
Joe did an awesome job as our musician, DJ, and master of ceremonies for our Sunken Gardens wedding. He was very professional in the planning stages and then he executed everything...
perfectly at the wedding. Beginning with the sound system for the ceremony, to talented live music and vocals, to the party at the reception, he did not miss a beat. All of our guests commented on what a talented musician he was! Thank you so much Joe!
Leila F
5.0
11/11/2025
From our first interaction with Joe, he was brilliant. We knew from his energy and demeanour that he would bring all the good vibes to our wedding day, and he did not disappoint! J...
oe was super open to hearing all our ideas and made sure he hit all the right notes– he learned to play songs we requested for our walk down the aisle, did a very chill acoustic set and emceed beautifully during the cocktail hour and dinner, then got everyone on the dance floor to end the night. If you want to have the best day of live music and exceptional DJ-ing, hire Joe!
Sophia U
5.0
10/28/2025
Joe was next level at our wedding! He played all the songs we had on our requested list, did not play the ones on our do not play, and added in different songs that matched the ene...
rgy throughout the night! In addition, Joe teamed up with a saxophonist to bring another dream of mine to life! They played along to different songs including pop and throwbacks throughout the night. My wedding guests are still talking about how incredible it was to this day! Having him play instrumental during the ceremony was also an added bonus that not many DJs can offer. I highly recommend having Joe be apart of your special day :)
Sarah S
5.0
10/21/2025
Joe was absolutely incredible and truly can do it all! From playing the piano beautifully during our ceremony to singing and playing guitar throughout cocktail hour and dinner, and...
then seamlessly transitioning into DJ mode to get the party going; he nailed every moment.
We loved the mix of live performance and DJ; it gave our day a classy, elegant feel early on and then turned into a full-on celebration at night. Our guests credited the entertainment as one of their favorite parts of our wedding, and our dance floor was packed all evening.
Leading up to the wedding, Joe was a great communicator. He made sure every detail was confirmed ahead of time, and anytime I had a question, he responded quickly, usually within hours. He completely understood the vibe we were going for and brought it to life.
Joe is professional, responsive, and incredibly talented—piano, guitar, vocals, DJ… he really does it all.
Elise H
5.0
10/19/2025
Joe is terrific — we highly recommend him for wedding ceremonies and receptions!
We greatly appreciated how Joe played beautiful live music on his piano and guitar during our wed...
ding ceremony and cocktail hour, plus he was an awesome DJ during our wedding reception! Joe really contributed positively to the atmosphere of the ceremony and cocktail hour — we especially enjoyed the beautiful songs he played on the piano during our ceremony. During the reception, Joe did a great job emceeing the event. All of the logistics were smooth and handled professionally. He played nearly all of the songs we requested and did a great job contributing to an unforgettable night of dancing!
We also appreciated how Joe was punctual on our wedding day. He was also very friendly and maintained good communication with us before our wedding day.
Madeline L
5.0
10/19/2025
It was great having Joe who is able to both play live music as well as DJ our Wedding. He played beautiful renditions of our chosen songs on the piano for walking down the aisle, a...
n excellent acoustic guitar set during our cocktail hour, and He kept the dance floor going all night and was a pleasure to work with.
Alexandra M
5.0
10/17/2025
Joe played and DJ'd for our wedding welcome party, ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception. Couldn't have asked for a better experience! He created a great atmosphere over the cours...
e of two days, providing a wide range of musical ambience from acoustic rock, to jazz classics, to hip hop and dance music. Everyone had a ton of fun, and he dealt with any issues quickly and without us even knowing. We're very happy with our choice and I would contact him again for any event!
Emily D
5.0
9/10/2025
My husband and I cannot recommend Joe enough! From start to finish, Joe was professional, organized, and cared about making our day special. He really kept the energy high and the ...
dance floor packed all night long. Our guests are still talking about how much fun they had! Joe was super easy to work with and he really knows his stuff. If you want a DJ who keeps the party going and makes your night unforgettable, Joe is your guy!
Kaylin T
5.0
6/03/2025
Joe was fantastic! He kept our dance floor bumping the entire time! He always was awesome to work with on some of the special elements we wanted to add to our Father/Daughter & Mot...
her/Son dances. A true star.
Response from Joe Farren Live Music & DJ Services on 06/03/2025
Thanks Kaylin:) What an awesome night!
Holly B
5.0
4/20/2025
Joe was fabulous and our wedding g guests are still raving about his talent! Great communication and ensured all of our requests were followed through. We couldn’t be happier with ...
our music choice for our wedding! He is amazing.
Elaina M
5.0
3/12/2025
The best DJ ever!! He played the best music that totally fit our vibe
Allison W
5.0
12/08/2024
Joe was my MC/Musician at my wedding last weekend and I cannot thank him enough! I was so stressed planning my wedding by myself - he made what I felt was the most important part,...
the easiest! He engaged the crowd so well, he was so funny! And, he listened to every request I had. I even told him at one point “I’m too tired to make decisions on music for cocktail hour so I trust you to get the crowd going!” and he delivered 1000%. Best money spent!
Kelseagh B
5.0
11/19/2024
Cannot recommend Joe enough! From start to finish, he was incredible and truly elevated our wedding. We entrusted him with the sound design (DJ services AND live vocals during our ...
ceremony/cocktail hour), and he absolutely delivered. Guests have been raving about how lively the dance floor was throughout the entire night, and we completely attribute that to Joe’s ability to read the room and keep the energy high. Even with minimal direction on our music preferences, he seamlessly adapted to the crowd, making sure everyone stayed on their feet. We are so grateful to have had him as a key part of our celebration, and without a doubt, we would recommend him to anyone looking for a talented and professional DJ!
Ashton G
5.0
11/13/2024
Joe did a great job blending a variety of styles and genres for us at our wedding! We requested a lot of emo/alternative, in addition to 80s, 2000s, and modern hits. Our dance floo...
r was alive all night and everyone loved the song choices! We had a fantastic time with Joe as our DJ.
Katharina G
5.0
6/13/2024
Joe was extremely professional. He even pulled the weight of other vendors at times and kept people on the dance floor the whole time, I'd use him again and again and recommend him...
to EVERYONE. For any event !
Paul S
5.0
5/16/2024
If you are looking for the perfect kind of entertainment for your wedding...look no further! Joe Farren delivers live music and his vocals are intoxicating! Joe can also DJ beside...
s playing live acoustics. Joe was exraordinary and exceeded our expectations to make our wedding absolutely perfect!!♡
samantha s
5.0
3/19/2024
My wedding was this weekend and people are still telling me how amazing Joe was. He played guitar and sang for our ceremony, He played live for our cocktail hour and while we ate a...
nd he was absolutely amazing. A lot of my new husbands family are musicians and the rave he received was incredible. They were all beyond impressed and wanted his information for events. Then he switched up to awesome Dj. We wanted a good mix and requested clean music due to kids in attendance. He was able to accommodate our request and still make the music killer. My husbands almost 90 year old grandparents down to the babies were all out on the dance floor loving it. Me and my husband even got some of our favorite emo music in there, in the perfect amounts! He is incredible and worth every penny. I would 100% recommend his for any event.
Rachel C
5.0
2/11/2024
We are so appreciative to Joe for everything he did to make our wedding special. Not only did he keep our dance floor packed all night, he also didn’t miss a beat when we decided l...
ast minute we wanted to add in more lighting and a custom gobo to project on our venue wall. Everyone commented on what a lovely ambiance his live guitar brought to our ceremony and he even went above and beyond to learn a new song for us. Whether you’re in Maine, Florida, or anywhere in-between, Joe is your guy!
Thank you for everything, Joe!
Rylee D
5.0
1/24/2024
Joe was so easy to work with! We had a destination wedding and he was always available by email and phone anytime we had questions. Our day would not have been possible without him...
. We ended up running ahead of schedule and he was so flexible and went with the flow. He is very professional and personable when it comes to the big day. I could not recommend Joe enough!
Lauren B
5.0
1/22/2024
We had our wedding on 1/13/24. Joe did an incredible job! We got TONS of compliments about the DJ performing live music. Many people said they “had never seen a DJ do that before”....
Joe was easy going and his “wedding planner” document made everything even easier when it came to planning. If you are looking for something that will make your wedding unique without breaking a sweat I highly recommend Joe! Also, if you are just looking for a great DJ he’s your guy! Thank you so much for a great night.
Edna D
5.0
11/11/2023
I highly recommend Joe Farren! He has a fantastic voice and really knows how to read the room. We provided some direction on the music we like and didn’t like and just trusted his ...
experience. Everyone was very complimentary of him. His prices are very reasonable and we were very happy!
Carl D
5.0
11/11/2023
Amazing DJ and an awesome singer, we got the best of both worlds, thanks Joe
Alexa M
5.0
9/20/2023
Joe was amazing! He is professional, friendly, and fun. His preparation was thorough, and from the start of the ceremony through the last song of the reception, everything went per...
fectly smoothly. Also, his song choices for the dance floor were impeccable!
K H
5.0
8/10/2023
Joe Farren created the most perfect and beautiful environment at our wedding. He played piano with classical songs for our ceremony, acoustic guitar with chills songs for cocktail ...
hour and dinner and then DJ for the dancing and party! Often I see at weddings a DJ that can be (for lack of a better word) kind of annoying or in a way making it their personal show. Joe was the opposite. Our day was made by the relaxed, dream-like music he played for us that day. I will forever be thankful for his laid back, calm, focused, flexible, TALENTED and kind personality. One of my friends said afterwards, "I think the musician was challenging us to see how long we would stay on the dance floor...he won!" HAHA Dance floor was filled the entire night and everyone had an amazing time. I truly think so much of this was due to Joe. He brings so much to the table! Especially for a bride who is so stressed with planning and overwhelmed (I think we all are) - Joe can take a huge weight off your shoulders. He was the perfect answer for the music that day. I just could not recommend him enough! Cheers and congrats!
Brian B
5.0
8/07/2023
We hired Joe to play both acoustic guitar, sing, and provide DJ services for our summer wedding in Maine. From the first interaction, a connection with Joe was instant. He helped m...
ake process simple, seamless, and professional. He even accommodated a few late changes to song choices and quick practice on our wedding day for our first dance. I can only provide the strongest of recommendations for Joe and for you to seek him out for your event. He kept the party going until the very last moment of our wedding.
Kelsey D
5.0
6/19/2023
Joe had our guests on the dance floor all night. I didn't even want to leave the floor for a glass of water. Each song was better than the next. He did such a great job seeing what...
the crowd responded to! It was also so nice that he was able to do it all, from performing music at the ceremony and cocktail hour, announcing us, to DJ'ing all night, we would 10/10 recommend Joe to anyone.
gabriella q
5.0
6/05/2023
I highly recommend working with Joe for your event. He played at our wedding ceremony and cocktail hour and he was amazing: professional, accommodating and sounded amazing. Highly...
recommend!
EJ I
5.0
4/26/2023
My wife and I hired Joe for our wedding. Joe hit the mark in every category and really added to such an amazing night. He made planning the music for our reception and cocktail hou...
r super simple and painless.
What really sets Joe apart from other DJ's is his ability to deliver a really solid live performance. For our cocktail hour and during dinner we asked him to play instrumentals and to sing. He really set a great mood. And for his DJing, he can really read a room. There were one or two moments where people were moving off the dance floor and Joe played a song that packed the dance floor without missing a beat. I 100% recommend Joe to anyone as a DJ and certainly if you're looking to add some live music to your event.
Thanks Joe!
Jesse K
5.0
3/27/2023
Joe was fantastic. He was very accommodating when we needed to postpone, and throughout the entire planning process. On the night, his music choices were on point and his demeanor ...
relaxed but professional. He played off the crowd very well and was incredibly easy to work with. Sound quality was excellent, and the wedding planner spoke highly of him.
Lindsey W
5.0
3/25/2023
We couldn’t be happier with our choice of Joe as our DJ! I had a destination wedding, and he was so great to work with throughout the entire process. He really put me at ease! Ever...
ything went so smoothly on wedding day, and his execution was outstanding! My family and friends had a blast
Alexandra F
5.0
1/21/2023
Joe did such an amazing job with our wedding. He provides both live music and DJ services. Our guests loved listening to him play and sing as well as DJ! He played everything we as...
ked him to including some very unusual music choices we wanted for the dinner portion of our reception. We wanted music from movies and video games we love and Joe made it happen flawlessly! He couldn't have made our night more perfect! Joe is an excellent musician and that is very much reflected in his work. He really knows how to read the crowd and play the right things to keep the party going. If you want a superb music experience for your wedding or event then hire Joe!
Jessica B
5.0
1/03/2023
Highly recommended!!! We were introduced to Joe by our wedding planner (Katy of Coastal Coordinating — also wonderful to work with!) and couldn’t be happier! From our first telepho...
ne meeting, it was easy to see that Joe had a great, positive vibe. He provided a very thorough questionnaire to help guide us through all of the music selections and provided knowledgeable input and advice in areas where we were stuck. On the day of our wedding (the first time meeting in person), he was very personable, and his delivery throughout our entire wedding ceremony and reception was seamless. We really enjoyed his live singing, acoustic guitar, piano, and mix of recorded music. Kept us all dancing and helped to make it a memorable evening for all! We can’t say thank you enough!!!!
Kristin K
5.0
12/16/2022
Joe was the best and so easy to work with!!
Lauren V
5.0
12/14/2022
We hired Joe to be our DJ for our wedding this fall; I have nothing but wonderful things to say about our experience working with Joe.
He's laidback personality matched ours, he ...
was flexible, and offered tons of great tips. Joe played acoustic guitar through our ceremony and was willing to do a duet with a friend while she sang during our ceremony, it was magical. He played guitar during our cocktail hour and then when it came to the reception, he kept the night flowing, never making it awkward for us our guests! Joe didn't MC too much, which was my preference he let the music selection keep the hype of the night up. Our guests had THE MOST fun, we closed down the dance floor!
Joe was great to work with and would recommend him to anyone. 10 out of 10!
Louden W
5.0
8/05/2022
Joe Farren was fantastic to work with on our wedding! He provided excellent live music for parts of the ceremony and dinner and did a fantastic job with the music selection for the...
reception afterwards. He was on point the day of the wedding and kept everything running smooothly. The dance floor was packed all night long! I would highly recommend hiring Joe for your wedding. His ability to provide both live music and DJ services was a huge boon and greatly simplified our planning.
Wyatt M
5.0
5/26/2022
We had Joe Farren perform for our wedding on 02.22.2022. We could not be happier with our decision to go with Joe. He communicated with us numerous times leading up to the wedding,...
to ensure that our experience would be one to remember. He gave us everything we wanted and expected, and helped us with suggestions here and there, which was greatly appreciated.The mix of live, with Joe singing and playing guitar, along with a superb variety of MP3s, made for a fun night, which was enjoyed by all. Whether for a big or small event, Joe can do it for you, and we highly recommend!
Amanda A
5.0
5/09/2022
Joe is wonderful! He provides a one stop shop for beautiful live music that sets such a perfect tone and also rocks it as a DJ & MC. He was exactly what we were looking for at our ...
Brewery wedding and we are so pleased to have worked with him. He is punctual, has a great attitude, is organized, pricing is very reasonable, and he is a joy to work with. We are so thankful he was able to play such a key role in our wedding day. The planning process was easy and he really listened to the vibe we were looking for and went above and beyond to make that happen.
Cara A
5.0
5/09/2022
Joe is absolutely amazing! I have worked with him at countless events in the past and just recently had the pleasure of having him play at my own wedding! His talent is versatile a...
nd was loved by my guests of all ages. His communication before and during the event was impeccable. Truly just made the whole process easy from start to finish! I’d recommend Joe Farren to anyone and everyone!
Rebecca E
5.0
4/28/2022
We very much enjoyed working with Joe, a genuine guy. We originally met Joe, as he was the DJ for a good college friend’s wedding. We chose him because he could play live music (gu...
itar/piano) as well as emcee for the night. The sound set up was on point and the sound quality was excellent during the ceremony on the outside deck of the Tampa River Center. Joe’s DJ style is not abrasive nor reminded me of a nightclub DJ. He very much sticks to your suggestions and listens to what you want. He will also help with your timeline, as he will be main voice of the night. We would choose him again for any event.
Becca O
5.0
4/05/2022
Joe was great! He played live at our cocktail hour and that was a nice little treat for my guests, He knows how to read a room and kept my dance floor going all night! I loved that...
he didn't try and take over the reception and he let the music do the work. He is great and very professional. Thanks Joe for making my wedding so much fun!
Valerie I
5.0
12/28/2021
Joe Farren is hands down the best all around! We had so many compliments about him from our guest. They all enjoyed the live music, as well as, the DJ'ing skills. I could not be mo...
re happy with how the night turned out. It was absolutely perfect in every way. Joe was very communicative before, during, and even after the wedding. I would recommend Joe Farren for any event that you may have. I know that if and when we have another big event I will be sure to have him there!
Laura D
5.0
12/24/2021
Joe is so awesome !! We got so many compliments from guests on Joe’s singing and DJ skills. He was able to blend polka and Spanish music and somehow keep the dance floor packed !!
Connor L
5.0
12/21/2021
Joe made our wedding spectacular. I would strongly recommend him to anyone!
Johna D
5.0
12/21/2021
Joe Farren is a very talented and professional musician. He picked up the vibe we wanted for the wedding and ran with it! We got so many compliments from our guests who loved him! ...
I highly recommend Joe for any special event.
Lindsay J
5.0
12/21/2021
Joe does it all! He sings, plays, DJ's and will even throw down on the harmonica at request. You will not be disapointed in you choose him. I was actually referred to him by my wed...
ding planner that was also using him as her wedding and then I referred him to my friend and she used him too 2 week after my wedding. He gets around in a good way.
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