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Benny Goodman Entertainment offers wedding DJ and live music services with a focus on creating unforgettable moments. With over 25 years of experience in the industry, Benny Goodman brings a wealth of musical expertise and a genuine passion for entertaining to every event.
As a classically trained pianist, producer, and accomplished recording artist, Benny's journey in music has been rich and diverse. He's had the privilege of working alongside renowned artists and performing at countless weddings and private events throughout his career.
With a deep understanding of music and a keen ability to read the room, Benny ensures that every celebration is infused with the perfect blend of energy and ambiance. Whether it's a wedding, corporate gathering, or birthday party, Benny's commitment to delivering a seamless and enjoyable experience shines through in every performance.
Benny Goodman Entertainment takes pride in providing high-quality, white-glove service to every client. From personalized playlists to expertly crafted DJ sets, Benny and his team are dedicated to exceeding expectations and creating memories that last a lifetime.
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- Classical
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- Dance
- Disco
- EDM
- Folk
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- Recorded Music
- Sound Equipment
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- Rehearsals & Parties
- After Party
- Wedding
- After Party
- Ceremony
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Benny Goodman is consistently praised by multiple reviewers for creating an exceptional and unforgettable wedding experience. Reviewers commend Benny's professionalism, responsiveness, and attention to detail in planning and executing weddings. From creating the perfect atmosphere for dancing to accommodating unique music preferences, Benny's energy, expertise, and ability to read the crowd stand out. His communication, problem-solving skills, and seamless execution, including adjusting plans on the spot, have left couples thrilled with their weddings. Benny's dedication to understanding each couple's vision and creating a personalized, memorable event makes him a highly recommended DJ for weddings.Review photos
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Benny created the most beautiful, real, and fun wedding party that was also 100% us. Many of our guests have told us that they have never danced this much in their lives. We had a blast and each song we played is etched into my brain, made special by the fact that it was part of our wedding. And maybe the first ever father-daughter dance to Ripple in the history of the world?!!! It wouldn't have happened without passion Benny's lazer-sharp attention to detail, generosity, and hilariousness. We couldn't be luckier to have him with us on our special day.
Response from the Vendor on 12/11/2023
Ariella, thank you so much to you and Neil both for trusting in me. What a night to remember. Cheers to you both and many happy returns!
My wife charged me with finding a DJ for our wedding in Newport. After much deliberation, we ended up working with Benny Goodman who has a confidence and demeanor that is magnetic. I must have emailed/called/texted Benny 100+ times over the course of eight months and every single time he answered my questions and was available to walk me through anything we needed help with like a true professional. Our wedding was simply wonderful from start to finish, Benny helped create the perfect atmosphere and when it was time to dance he was a relentless in keeping everyone engaged on the dance floor and the energy at full speed. Benny is truly one in a million and I have already given his number to two of my groomsmen getting married this next year.
Response from the Vendor on 11/07/2024
Alan, it was such a pleasure working with you and Stephanie! Thank you for trusting in me, I look forward to partying again with you this next year at John's wedding. 🙌
Benny's energy was so infectious the first time we chatted, I knew we needed to hire him for our wedding! Our dance floor was packed all night long thanks to him! Benny was extremely generous with his time and had multiple calls with my husband and I before the wedding to ensure he knew what songs we absolutely wanted played, and when. We had a unique venue for our reception, but he absolutely crushed it with the acoustics, and the up-lighting made it even more special. We can't thank you enough, Benny, for making our night so perfect! 100/10 recommend!
Response from the Vendor on 10/21/2024
Molly, it was such a blast getting to work with both you and Eric! Thank you SO much for trusting in me, I hope we can find an excuse to party again soon!!!
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Where do I even begin to start, how bout Dj Benny Goodman was THE man for the job at my wedding. For that to even mean anything you would have to know that - what I asked of his services was far above what any average dj could accomplish. Benny is no average dj. At the get go, our intro call I felt at ease and comfortable with Benny and his confidence in how the entire wedding process unfolds. News to me, weddings are a whole a$$ production, my new wife and I watched it go by in a blur as we acted in what felt like a movie to us. I may have been nervous, but none of it came from “I hope the sound is clear, what if the mic shuts off, the music better be good”. I was so none aware of the entire aspect of sound because it was pristine the whole way through. Vows, speeches, and toast, anything that was important was heard clear.
Ok, now the truly amazing part.
Wedding plans and logistics changed, whether it was decided by the bride to-be in a fit of ocd.. or just fine details that can only be made right on the spot. Benny was locked in, effortlessly. Do you understand how grounding that feels when you’re the one under the gun and spot light? This guy lead in triumph.
The music.
From start to finish everyone loved the music. That would be a normal ask of a dj IF It were normal music. Me and my wife love edm (electronic music) {multiple sub genres} as do our friend groups. Not only did Benny keep the toes tapping and vibes flowing with the (classics, rock and roll, light rock, surf rock, alternative rock) through our cocktail hour and dinner, he had mixed my obscure/non-mainstream club bangers for my wife and I to get lost on the dancefloor together with. My older family loved the cocktail/dinner music. My younger friends and new siblings danced like no one was watching to the computer noises. Everyone had a blast. And when the older crowd rehydrated and was waiting for an oldies dance hit that everyone knows, Benny was waiting there to upper cut them with tracks that got everyone on the floor. He took request, he bounced from genre to genre, the guy crushed.
I have a huge family, I’ve been to 5+ weddings, me being so music oriented, the dj was important to me… AND one of the only things my wife let me be in charge of lolol. It was huge to me and having everything perfect was a must, and it was. Such a blast and I wish the night never ended. Huge thanks to Benny for a seamless execution.
Response from the Vendor on 10/21/2024
Frank, both you and Abbigail rule! That was certainly one for the books, thank you for trusting in me, I look forward to catching up with you soon!
My husband I are so thankful that we found Benny! I was so nervous about everyone having fun at our wedding but when I spoke with DJ Benny Goodman he immediately put my mind at ease. From the planning to the music selection to all the details, Benny was on top of everything! We did 2.5 hours of dancing and people did not leave the floor all night. If we could give Benny 15 stars we would
Response from the Vendor on 10/16/2024
Pam, it was truly a pleasure working with you and Jonathan. Thank you for trusting in me and I hope we can find an excuse to party again soon! Have so much fun in Capri 🙌❤️
From our very first phone call, my now husband and I, looked at each other and said “yup, we are deff hiring him”. We had the most perfect wedding day, and Benny played a huge part in that! Benny was so easy to work with and was always available to us while making us feel like his priority. Benny is amazing at what he does. His experience was on full display as nobody wanted to leave the dance floor all night. Our guests haven't stopped talking about how much fun they had. My husband and I highly recommend him!!!
Response from the Vendor on 09/21/2024
Katherine,
I cannot tell you how much this means to me and how amazing it was working with you and Alex! What an amazing party, thank you so much for trusting in me. So much love!
Benny is unquestionably the best DJ out there! My husband and I had our wedding at the Regatta in Newport with over 200 guests, and we needed someone who could really bring the energy. From our very first call with Benny, we felt completely at ease and knew we were in good hands. Over the course of 8 months, Benny proved to be the most responsive and communicative vendor we worked with. On the wedding day, he played piano beautifully during the cocktail hour and then kept the dance floor packed until the very end. We’re still receiving compliments about how incredible our DJ was. DJ Benny Goodman is simply the best!
Response from the Vendor on 09/06/2024
Jillian, it was such a pleasure being part of your Wedding! Dan and I had so much fun. Please send my best to Rick and I hope you guys had a blast in Paris. I'm jealous 🙂 Looking forward to partying again soon
Benny does not just DJ weddings... he creates a vibe and experience everyone will remember through meticulously planning and executing on wedding day.
From the initial planning calls to the day of execution, Benny was always accessible and willing to make changes to create the intended vibe for each part of our wedding. Benny always honored our final decisions while also making expert suggestions. Specifically, although we initially had different plans for our cocktail hour music, Benny suggested a classic rock cocktail hour playlist that is incredible. My wife and I still listen to it to this day!
Moreover, Benny created an incredible Bridgerton acoustic playlist that set the exact vibe we wanted for dinner, followed by a seamless transition into a rocking 2 hours of amazing dance and nostalgic songs.
Despite experiencing an unexpected thunderstorm and showers that forced Benny to relocate all of his equipment in a matter of minutes, Benny's calm and swift actions allowed for our wedding to go on seamlessly.
Since our wedding day, I have had a friend cancel his scheduled DJ for his wedding, and instead decide to go with Benny because he and his fiance enjoyed him so much at our wedding.
I am forever grateful to Benny for creating such a memorable experience for my family, friends, my wife and I. DJ Benny Goodman is truly the best in the business!
Response from the Vendor on 07/12/2024
Anthony, it was such a pleasure working with both you and Victoria! Thank you for trusting in me, that was certainly a party to remember. I appreciate you and am sending much love and happiness your way. I'm looking forward to round 2!
My wife and I hired Benny well over a year in advance after a significant amount of searching. We wanted something a little ‘different’ from most weddings. We requested that Benny not play a long list of the wedding ‘classics’. For most DJs, this request would have frustrated or challenged them - forcing them outside their comfort zone. In classic Benny fashion, he said “rock on, let’s do this!” We knew music would be the most important part of our night and Benny delivered, and then some. We had multiple long phone calls game planning exactly what the night would look like. When he says he is always available, he really is. Benny was not shy to share pointers and tips as he was a veteran at our venue. A true team player, and able to deliver on whatever you want your night to be! Thanks so much for making our wedding truly special.
Response from the Vendor on 07/04/2024
Sean, I appreciate you! You knew what you wanted and we talked it out until we crafted the best party ever! I cannot tell you how happy I am that both you and Erin were so psyched. That's 100% why I do this. Sending you both my love and thanks ...
for believing in me 🙏🙏🙏
Benny is truly an amazing DJ & an even better person. My wife and I hired Benny for our wedding & he was absolutely brilliant. If you want a boring wedding, do not hire Benny.
Benny brings so much enthusiasm and passion to make any event feel special. Numerous times throughout the wedding process he checked it to make sure his plan was upholding our vision. Benny takes the time to get you know you so he can make the event unique and catered directly to your event & crowd. Not only that his crowd control is unmatched, if you want him to get the people going, he will.
I give Benny five stars and wholeheartedly recommend him for anybody looking to host an event needing a DJ.
Thanks for anything Benny! - Drew
Response from the Vendor on 06/11/2024
Drew, what can I say? You and Caleigh rule with an honorable mention to your new papa dukes! Thank you for trusting in me, that party was a BLAST and I very much appreciated the Blink-182 on chairs. I'd like to say that's the first time I've...
seen it but... :P Sending my love to you guys, I hope to party with you soon!
There are tons of DJs in the universe but only one STELLAR DJ, and that's Benny Goodman!!
DJ Benny is second-to-none in my book when it comes to communications, setting expectations and execution of a wedding entertainment experience that you will never forget! Our son's wedding was amazing...and that's because DJ Benny delivered the ultimate wedding MC and DJ experience that other DJs can only imagine...Benny is "da man!"
DJ Benny's superpower is simple, this guy knows how to "read the room" and creates the vibe to get everyone off their "asses and boogie"! From your teen attendees to your grandma in a wheelchair, Benny is sure to please!
Why? Benny is very meticulous in having consultations with his clients. I don't know of anyone that takes this approach as he gets into your mind to get to know you.
I can go on and on about this guy! But I'll stop here. As a highly busy business professional, the best compliment I can give Benny is to MAKE time and write this review for him. Benny, you ROCK, man!!
Hire Benny now for your wedding; you will NOT be disappointed. I guarantee it! Edgar from San Francisco!
Response from the Vendor on 06/11/2024
Edgar, I can safely say that your entrance was the most fun I have had as an Emcee all summer. Not often do I get to go full Ozzy Osbourne with a group! I'm so glad Jon and Heidi had the wedding of their dreams. I'm not gonna lie, those food...
trucks made it a wedding that was a dream to the hungry kid inside of my soul!
Lastly, thank you for what you are doing for the people of Hawaii with your music. I send my love.
Working with DJ Benny was a pleasure. He made our day 4/13/24 one to remember and listened to everything we were looking for. The dancefloor was packed all night and Benny went above and beyond to keep the energy at a 10. My wife and I were very happy we decided to go with Benny Goodman Entertainment.
Response from the Vendor on 06/11/2024
Thank you so much Eric. I hope Alison was able to admit that you knew best when it came to the end of the night, although we all know you won in the long run! My best to you, your family, and friends, I hope we can all dance together again re...
al soon.
My wife and I are both very music oriented and our families both dance, so it was crucial that we found a DJ that would understand our vibe and keep things moving all night. DJ Benny Goodman was all of that and more. From the first phone call we knew Benny was the right fit for us. He spent hours of the course of months walking us through everything and helping us figure out what we actually wanted. Best DJ around. End of story. Thank you Benny!
Response from the Vendor on 04/25/2024
Jon, it was so wonderful to be a part of your day! Thanks for trusting in me. I hope you and Diane had a blast on your honeymoon. 🙏❤️ I really need to get to Italy!
My husband and I are so thankful that we found Benny for our wedding last month in Newport. From the very first call, Benny instilled both confidence and excitement in us. I was overwhelmed by everything and when I spoke to Benny he always knew how to calm me down and figure out what I was looking for. When it came to the day of he was simply on top of everything. No one stopped dancing all night and Benny even had my little niece come and DJ with him...SO CUTE! Benny is the best of the best
Response from the Vendor on 04/04/2024
Angela,
It was such a pleasure to be a part of your and Joe's special day. I'm so glad it was all that you had hoped and more! Thanks for trusting in me. I'll see you at Jill's wedding next June! 🙌
Benny was an absolute lifesaver to work with. My wife and I planned our wedding last minute and from the second we spoke to Benny he hit the ground running. He turned what could have been a very stressful process into the best day of our lives. We had 2.5 hours set aside for dancing and the floor didn't let up once. We can't recommend Benny enough, if you are looking for the best of the best, look no further.
Andrew and Meghan
DJ Benny Goodman kept the party going all night at our wedding! He was very professional, and he was especially helpful with input to the reception timeline, which we really appreciated. He had great energy and all the guests had a lot of fun. Thanks Benny!
Response from the Vendor on 12/11/2023
Thank you so much for letting me party with you and your family! You both are amazing and it was such a pleasure getting to know you. HAPPY HOLIDAYS!
First off - my feet are still killing me. Benny is a gem. I was skeptical of going with a DJ but Benny really came through for us. Whether it was dealing with our requests and revisions or keeping the energy going on the dance floor. You really got the vibe he could read what the room was feeling. Our friends raved about how much fun they had dancing and how great the DJ was! Thank you Benny Goodman!
Response from the Vendor on 09/21/2023
Daniel, you and Sheri rock! I literally sweat through my clothes hopping up and down the whole night, it's always the best when people are hanging onto every song. If I could have a crowd like yours every week I would. Thank you for trusting in...
me ❤️ sending my best to you and your family 🙏
DJ Benny Goodman
From the moment my wife and I started planning we both agreed how important the music would be to our day. We knew when we met Benny we were in good hands. He was very charismatic and spent time getting to know us which reflected in his choices of music to spin for the dance floor. Our friends and family LOVED him and were dancing the whole night. We must have reached out to him 10 or more times with changes or requests along the way and he was always accommodating. If you’re looking for someone who is going to make it their priority for you to have fun then Benny is your man. His energy drew people to the dance floor. We feel like Benny really cared about our day and helped make it really special. I cannot recommend him enough. Thank you Benny!
Response from the Vendor on 09/15/2023
Dan, it was such a pleasure to work with you! It was no problem changing all of those tunes, that's kinda what I do :). I hope you had a blast on your honeymoon, thank you so much for taking the time to write this! Cheers
DJ Benny Goodman absolutely killed it! He took the time to get to know us ahead of time and took extra time in making our special requests happen, even last minute! No one stopped dancing all night! DJ Benny shouted us out all night in the most enthusiastic tone and really made us feel on top of the world! In all of our pictures on the dance floor DJ Benny is smiling just as big as we are you can truly see he was having a great time with us and absolutely LOVES what he does!
Response from the Vendor on 07/26/2023
I had so much fun with your whole crew! Everyone danced all night and were such a blast to party with. Thank you so much for trusting in me! I hope you have a blast for your honeymoon, congrats on nursing school Ashley 🙌 please send my best to...
Deven
We booked Benny for our wedding and we are so happy that we did! It felt like we were working with a friend who was simply an expert the entire time. Benny not only knows how to put on a party, he knows how to listen to people and pay attention to the details. My husband John and I are very picky and Benny stayed on top of everything down to making sure the last songs of the night! If you are looking for THE BEST DJ, Benny is that and more. Thank you Benny, I am still getting texts almost a month later!
Response from the Vendor on 06/27/2023
Alison, thank you so much for having me! I'm so glad things worked out with your sister and you weren't kidding about your family dancing all night. Please send my best to John, I hope you both had fun on your honeymoon!
Benny is a consummate professional. The event he did here with us (at Northeastern University) is our annual 50th anniversary dinner - this year the class of 1973. He played hits of that era, and also treated the audience to some piano playing as well. I'd recommend Benny for any event of any size for any demographic.
Response from the Vendor on 09/15/2023
Thank you so much Matt, it always such a blast working with all of you! Can't wait for next year and if you need anything in the meantime, please do not hesitate. Cheers
Benny jumped in to replace our original DJ who got sick just a few weeks before our wedding and he truly never missed a beat. He's extremely professional, attentive, fun and exactly who you want to DJ + MC your wedding. He's got all your transitions covered from the ceremony, to cocktail hour to the goings on at the reception. And the dance floor was packed the entire time!! You can trust Benny to really set the tone of your party, 10/10!
Response from the Vendor on 05/10/2023
Ali, it was such a pleasure being a part of your wedding and both your family and friends were awesome. The floor didn't let up all night, you guys brought it and then some! Thank you for letting me party with you. Have so much fun in France!
Benny was recommended to me by a friend to play my daughter's quinceanera party last week. From start to finish, Benny was engaged in making sure her night was perfect. And as a result, Benny was able to encourage the teens as well as coax the adults and grandparents out on the floor to dance together for the majority of the night. It was such an amazing party! Everything went super well – thank you for a fantastic job!
Response from the Vendor on 03/14/2023
Liana, it was truly my pleasure. What a fun family you have and the girls didn't stop all night. I wish I had that type of energy at every party, not to mention that your dad is a gem. Thank you again
Benny
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Response from the Vendor on 03/14/2023
Howard, it was so nice to meet you. I have been truly enjoying all of your musical recommendations and hope we can jam on the piano sometime! I have a lot to learn from you,
Benny
We hired Benny for our wedding last month and he helped make our day absolutely PERFECT! Everything from helping us figure out when the best time was for what to creating a special song for my grandmother! His attention to detail and people skills are top notch. If you're looking for a total pro just a nice person to help, look no further.
Response from the Vendor on 02/20/2023
Adam, it was such an honor to be a part of your and Sheila's wedding! Thank you for trusting in me. I hope Grandma Kerrie had as much fun as we all did!
Top notch! Benny was phenomenal and incredibly professional, organized, and enthusiastic during the planning stages. Benny BROUGHT THE PARTY to our company event! His song choices, lighting, and energy set the stage for a fantastic night! We’ve already talked to him about being a part of next years event!
Response from the Vendor on 02/03/2023
Krysten,
You guys are so so awesome and I hope to be a part of the party every year. Thank you so much for having Cindy and I 🙌❤️
Absolutely incredible! A+++ would highly recommend DJ BENNY!
Response from the Vendor on 02/20/2023
I had so much fun with you, Adam, and your family! Thank you for trusting in me. Much love to you both in the future!
He has a great musical taste, and sure knows how to make people keep dancing.
Benny is the best. Easy to communicate and schedule with. High energy and knows his stuff. It was an excellent experience working with Benny.
Hired for a corporate event...A++++ dancing all night. The lights were awesome!
When it came to looking for DJs for our wedding we were totally in the dark. My husband and I must have called 20 vendors before we ended up speaking with Benny. By the time we hung up the phone we knew Benny was going to be our DJ. Our wedding was so beautiful and it went off flawlessly, much in part to Benny's incredible attention to detail! We had our wedding at a friend's farm and despite it not being a regular wedding venue, Benny figured out all of the logistics and handled it like a total pro! We got married in May but are still hearing about how awesome our party was! If you're looking for the best DJ around then look no further, DJ Benny Goodman to the rescue!
Response from the Vendor on 02/20/2023
Elizabeth, I JUST saw this! Thank you so much for taking the time to write all of this. The pleasure was truly all mine! Please send my best to Doug and the fam! If you ever need anything please do not hesitate.
EXCELLENT dj! he was easy to work with, really set the right environment in the room, has a great DJ voice, etc. top notch!
My husband and I definitely did not have your traditional wedding type music! Benny came through with unbelievable style, class, entertainment and most of all fun!!! We could not have asked for a better DJ on the entire planet. I would recommend him for anything that requires music. He is so incredibly talented and pays attention to every little detail. He really came through for us and we could not be happier with him.
DJ BENNY GOODMAN!!!!!!!!!!!! Benny literally MADE THE NIGHT. Our guests did not leave the dance floor for 3+ hours… they have said it was the best wedding they have ever been to. He knew how to get all the guests up and on the dance floor and made our wedding into an absolutely PARTY from start to finish. He helped during the planning process as well- suggesting timelines to ensure we make the most of our celebration was truly the most helpful. He played piano during our cocktail hour, which really added to the elegance of the space; he made a custom entrance song for us so that we could have the entrance we have always envisioned; and he LIT UP THE ROOM with insane lighting. He and his fiancé truly know how to keep a party going and we cannot recommend them enough!
My wife and I got married at the beginning of this year and we could not be happier that we chose Benny. We are both very particular and knew what we wanted. Benny took our ideas, ran with them, and made them into a reality. From organization to energy to vibe, Benny has it all! What you see in his videos is what you get, we are STILL hearing about how much everyone had...including us! Thank you so much for being so accommodating, understanding, and such a professional. If you want your day to be perfect then I highly recommend Benny and Benny Goodman Entertainment. You can thank me later.
Stop your search because Benny NEEDS to be your DJ. Looking for a DJ was a little overwhelming... a photographer can show you their portfolio but you are really trusting that a DJ can do what they say they can. We had a cocktail style reception, meaning no seated dinner and mostly dancing. That really put the pressure on Benny and boy did he deliver.
Benny really made an effort to get to know us as a couple and learn about our taste in music. He felt the vibe of our guests and really played to the crowd, which meant the dance floor was always packed. Every DJ plays that one song that makes people leave the dance floor to grab a drink and hit the bathroom... not Benny. Non-stop killer music the entire time.
I'm so grateful we found Benny and Alicia, I honestly can say our wedding would've suffered without them! 5 stars aren't enough.
Response from the Vendor on 02/09/2020
You totally know how I feel about you guys!! Talk about an amazing new years! Thank you so so so much, it really means the world to me to read this kinda stuff. 🙏🙏🙏💕💕💕💕
Finding a DJ for our wedding was definitely not an easy task. There are so many companies out there that it was almost overwhelming. When my husband and I saw Benny's video we knew already we were watching the right guy. As soon as we called him he picked up right away and spent almost an hour explaining the whole wedding industry, what we should be looking for and not even selling himself as much as trying to help us. I say all of this because when it came to our wedding this last December Benny just made our day perfect. From the music selection to how organized both he and his assistant were, we felt great from start to finish. Benny, Jon and I cannot thank you enough and we have already recommended you to a bunch of our friends. If you have not figured it out yet, if you are looking for a great DJ, call Benny :)
Response from the Vendor on 02/09/2020
Lauren, it was such a pleasure to be a part of your wedding. Thanks for letting me choose the last song, it looked like your guests liked it 😉 I'm pretty sure all of the videos speak for themself! I hope you both have an amazing 2020 🙏💕
My guests are still raving how they had such a great time at my wedding!!! I can't thank Benny enough for all of his hard work, understanding and willingness to talk my husband and I through every step of the way. If you want someone who really understands how to rock a party and run a wedding, hire Benny!
Response from the Vendor on 02/25/2020
Jackie, it was truly my pleasure and I cannot thank you both enough for allowing me to be a part of your special day!!!! Cheers to you both. Hope you're having a wonderful 2020.
Benny and Alicia provided amazing musical entertainment for a wedding I attended last summer! They really brought so much life to the party and helped to create such a fun and memorable experience. I noticed right away how professional they were, as they were punctual and seamless in their compilation of music for the evening. Cocktail hour was particularly enjoyable for me as I loved hearing some great tunes that triggered all the good feels! I also noticed how well Benny and Alicia worked together and I've recommended Benny Goodman Entertainment several times, since then and can really say, they know their craft!
Benny Goodman Entertainment did my best friend’s wedding and she was the ultimate “bridezilla,” so expectations were high when we decided to hire him! Well, he and his professional, experienced, and talented team exceeded those and impressed some pretty tough customers! Benny took my calls leading up to the wedding and probably should have charged me for the amount of time he spent on the phone. He reassured us that everything would be tailored to every request made. Music was spot on, executed seamlessly and not a soul sitting down the whole reception! I’m now hiring him for my sister’s wedding and so many guests asked him if they could hire him for future events. I am so thankful for the incredible job they did to make this day even more special. Thank you Benny!
Response from the Vendor on 12/04/2019
Carla, it was such a pleasure working with you and Janet! Thank you for giving me the honor and I am so glad that it all worked out perfect. Alicia and I had a total blast and I'm looking forward to round 2 with your sis this summer! I'll be in...
touch. 🙏💕🐕
My partner and I got married on Sunday, October 27th, 2019 and we chose Benny for our DJ and we were so happy we did. I have been working with Benny since the fall of 2018 to plan our wedding music and he was so accommodating and thoughtful. He and his team were just fantastic and they had everybody on the dance floor with an amazing selection of songs that kept people rockin'! Benny's attention to details were great and he always wanted to make sure he was providing us with the type of wedding music we wanted. It was outstanding! Look no further. Benny is the one!
Response from the Vendor on 02/25/2020
Richard, thank you so much, your wedding really was beautiful and it was my honor to have been a part of it. Thank you and Simon for putting you faith in me. My best to you both and have a wonderful 2020!
We couldn't have chosen a better DJ for our wedding!! We hired Benny for our DJ and the Speak EZ Duo to play during cocktail hour/dinner and everyone was AMAZING!! I had people coming up to me all night saying how awesome Benny was, even though I already knew from the size and energy of the crowd on the dancefloor all night. Benny was great at communicating and working with us during the entire process and helped us fine tune the outline of the reception to make it the BEST EVER! Benny really is your advocate for the day to make sure everything goes smooth without you having to worry about it on your big day! He really does bring the hype, which was so great having that energy to get our guests of all ages onto the dancefloor. Him and his assistant Alicia even took videos of the dancefloor after our photographer/videographer left which is so fun to have those late night dances to look back on. I really cannot say enough good things about Benny! I already want my friends to hire them for their wedding just so I can party with him again!
Response from the Vendor on 10/15/2019
Brittany,
I don't think I need to tell you how MUCH FUN Alicia, myself, and the Speak EZ Band had at your wedding. Every time I drive to another state the first thought that goes through my head is "I hope this one is gonna be good." YUP. I...
t was amazing! Your family and friends were such a blast and you and Dan are just awesome! Thank you so much for letting BGE be a part of your special day and please reach out if you ever need us! Much love to you and Dan, congratulations!!!!!!!
Look no further. Benny is your guy. You want responsibility and reliability? Check. You want charisma? Check. You want care? comedy? Something bespoke? And an all around FUN time?? Check, check, and 1000% check! We can't recommend Benny enough. He was the glue that kept the fun running all night long. Benny was in touch with me constantly throughout the entire planning process, carefully designing what would ultimately be the best wedding I could ask for. He is responsive, takes initiative, prepared, a planner, and what comes from all of that? Success. And that's what our wedding was. Beyond that, Benny spun the BEST tunes that kept the night rocking, people happy, and wanting more. But the best part was Benny, Alicia, and his team orchestrated a surprise bespoke performance with me for the Groom. Benny played beautifully on the piano, Alicia sang gorgeous vocals, and Benny recruited a badass guitarist to play a solo while they prepped, trained, and practiced with me for my singing part. The soul and heart behind Benny and his team are incomparable. Thanks so much Benny, Alicia, and his entire team of professionals dedicated to making this the BEST night of our lives! If we were to do it all again, it'd be with you.
Response from the Vendor on 09/27/2019
Jean, what can I say that we have not already said! Your friendship and getting to know you in this last year has just meant the world to me. Paul could not be luckier and I could not be luckier to call you both friends. I got to jam with Ae...
rosmith, Boston, and Extreme and get to call that a day at the office. I wish you guys nothing but love and good vibes and can't wait to come see you in LA! Cheers
When I got married I did not even think twice to ask Benny Goodman. I have known him for the better part of 15 years and he is one of the most talented, personable people I know so it was a given we would have him be a part of our wedding. As both my wife Sara and I expected, Benny came in and helped make our day perfect, playing just the right music, MCing like a champion, and keeping my friends and family going. Trust me, I've known this guy for almost half of my life, you could not find a better DJ, musician, or person, for that matter, to help with your wedding! Call him.
I can't say enough good things about Benny! I have hired him for several events and he has never let me down. He is reliable, professional and current on trending music and knows how to play to the crowd. If you are looking for a event DJ that is sure to please, don't think twice about hiring Ben! He is an absolute sweetheart on top of everything else!
Response from the Vendor on 09/27/2019
Amy, it has ALWAYS been a pleasure working for you and after doing years of events I can only say how much I have appreciated every single moment! Cheers!
I have attended a few weddings where benny was the DJ! Love his style and he is great with getting the crowd going! We will for sure be having him do our wedding!
Response from the Vendor on 09/27/2019
Thanks so much Sarah, it has been great seeing you this summer! It is amazing how many friends we have in common, you keep me posted and good luck with the singing!
Benny was the DJ for my wedding 3 years ago at Fairmont Copley Plaza and he was nothing less than AMAZING. He was always accessible during the planning stages whenever we had questions, special requests or concerns, and he tailored our event perfectly to meet our specific needs. I cannot possibly recommend him enough. His ability to get every guest out of their seats and up on the dance floor was phenomenal. This was something that was extremely important to us. Even those family members who are infamous for staying seated at every function were up and dancing the night away! Our night was truly a night to remember, and we owe a lot of that to the amazingly talented Benny! We had several guests of various ages raving about our DJ even months after our wedding. I promise you, if you are looking the best for your special day, then look no further. You will not be disappointed!
Response from the Vendor on 09/24/2019
Tara, thank you so much for taking the time! I hope you both are awesome and it was genuinely my pleasure. Your family is amazing and I'm happy to call you a friend! Cheers
I don't leave reviews too often but had to write one for Benny Goodman Entertainment. They DJ'd for a friend of ours and I was blown away. Their knowledge of music and how to take a party to that next level is amazing and my friend also said that they had been wonderful to work with too in tailoring it all to what they wanted for their special day. I was just so impressed and we all had an amazing time! I highly recommend Benny Goodman Entertainment.
Response from the Vendor on 09/19/2019
Mary, it was so nice meeting you! My best to you and the little ones, thanks for letting me party with you :)
I’ve never considered myself a music person. However after recently attending the wedding of a good friend of mine, the DJ he had hired opened a brand new world to me. Benny’s knowledge and expertise in music allowed him to orchestrate a night that will never be forgotten. I highly recommend Benny Goodman Entertainment. The level of professionalism, attention to detail, and overall experience is unparalleled. Great work guys, keep it up!💪🏻☝🏻🙌🏻
Response from the Vendor on 09/19/2019
Luke, you got mad dance floor skills and Sean is lucky to have you as a friend! Thanks for making my night THAT much better, it always helps when people request GREAT songs. We appreciate it, cheers!
DJ Benny is the man!!! What can I say Benny and Alicia of Benny Goodman Entertainment was better than expected. We could not have asked for a better DJ or music at our wedding. Benny was very accommodating, easy to work with, and kept the dance floor packed all night. Everyone told us what a great time they had. We would highly recommend them for any event or wedding!
Response from the Vendor on 09/18/2019
Matthew, it was such a pleasure! I don't need to tell you how much Jeanne and her whole family mean to me! It was an honor to party with you guys, thanks for letting me get Wonderwall in! Cheers to you both
Music, the most important part of the wedding... besides the dress! Benny Goodman Entertainment was everything we were looking for! Could not have asked for a better DJ! Very accommodating, easy to work with and attentive to all of our needs! Ben was exceptional from start to finish! Music was phenomenal! Great variety of songs, kept everyone entertained and dancing all night! I highly recommend for any wedding or event!
Response from the Vendor on 09/06/2019
Thanks so much Brittany! I am so glad it was all you had both talked about! Congrats on your three year anniversary, cheers
Where to begin, Benny is the full package! Right from the start he is nothing but professionalism with a super easy vibe. He was so fun to plan with and full of great fresh ideas. He is a master as a DJ, will keep everyone on the dance floor but also a gifted musician. If you have the opportunity to make Benny part of your special day, do it!! He will elevate your event with a lot of class, great music and kindness.
Response from the Vendor on 09/04/2019
Coralie, you are the reason the Speak EZ Band exists!!! I hope life is amazing and thank you so much. Cheers on behalf of all of us at BGE and the Speak EZ Band
Benny Goodman is somebody that will bring a great positive energy to your event...along with his immense talents, on an instrument, in the studio, or at the DJ table. If you want somebody who genuinely understands and appreciates music, and can bring that passion to your event, you can't go wrong with Benny.
Response from the Vendor on 09/06/2019
Josh, it always has been a pleasure working for you. I think its been over 20 years, cheers to you and the entire family!
I crossed paths with Benny Goodman Entertainment at a wedding recently and was just super impressed. I always have to interact with the entertainment at events I attend and Benny and Alicia were top notch human beings. Professional, cordial and just a blast. They were friendly, accommodating and clearly know how to keep the dance floor going until the very end. Their mix was fresh and eclectic. I definitely recommend them for any of your entertainment needs!
Response from the Vendor on 09/19/2019
Alex, I always tell brides and grooms "if your friends want to have fun then we will have fun." You're EXACTLY why weddings are fun and thanks so much for coming and chilling with us. Hope it works out with your band, would love to hear you g...
uys sometime! Gotta support your fellow musicians
Honestly all I can say is UNBELIEVABLE! Benny is the real deal. I can't say enough good things about our experience. From the beginning, Benny was welcoming, enthusiastic and really got our vision for our wedding day. I could already tell from our initial phone call that I picked the right person! When it was closer to the wedding, we sent Benny our timeline and top songs and had a final phone review which helped a lot with my wedding anxiety! The day of the wedding, our dance floor was constantly full of guests! It was actually unreal how every single person was out there on the floor. He played songs for all age groups and people are still raving about the music. I think a DJ is the biggest part of your wedding day and I would recommend Benny 100%!! He is extremely knowledgeable & his confidence really eases any concerns a bride might have! His assistant Alicia even took some behind the scene snaps of our day and It meant a lot to have these memories! I'm forever grateful!
Response from the Vendor on 09/03/2019
It was such a pleasure!!!! Thank you for letting Alicia and I be a part of your day. Your wedding was literally perfect and your friends and family are awesome. Your dad still cracks me up! Cheers to you both and I cannot wait to show you what ...
we do with your videos.
Benny & Alicia
I had tasked my husband to find a DJ for our wedding and within one call he had convinced me that Benny was our guy. Was he EVER! All of my life I had been dreaming of my special day and when you have someone actually make that happen just the way you had hoped...well, it made this girl (and my family and friends) more than happy! From the music to the announcements to just the friendly way Benny dealt with my wedding party, it was clear he is great at what he does. I have never seen someone have more fun and be so on the ball at the same time. Two months and a honeymoon later we are still all talking about it. If you are looking for THE BEST DJ in Boston, Benny Goodman is him. Thank you so much. 10/10, A+
Response from the Vendor on 09/03/2019
Anna, thank you so much. The best feeling is when you get to read something like this because you always hope that's how a bride feels after the fact. 🙏🙏🙏💕💕💕
Benny was amazing - I am SO happy we chose him to DJ our wedding! He was great to work with from the start and it is clear how passionate and serious he is about his work. The day of the wedding went so smoothly and the music was incredible. People the next day were asking us if we had a wedding playlist since the music was so great. We have a group of friends and family who love to dance and the dance floor was full the entire night. We had the best night ever and our guests are still talking about the music and how much fun they had. If you are looking for someone who just gets it and knows exactly what to play at the right time then hire Benny, you will not regret it! Thank you Benny - you were amazing!
Response from the Vendor on 09/03/2019
Kara, you both were amazing and time flies when everyone dances like that. I looked over at Alicia and it was like we were in a time machine! I hope married life is treating you well and thank you so much for having us. Cheers to you and your f...
amily 🙏
Our wedding was truly amazing and we give a huge amount of credit to our DJ/emcee, Benny. Benny was absolutely amazing to work with from start to finish. He was always so responsive and really helped us figure out what would work best any time we were indecisive. Talking with Benny on the stressful days of wedding planning always changed the mood and ended in laughter and excitement for the big day! Benny took a ton of time to get to know us and made sure our wedding truly reflected our personal style. And everyone had such a great time, which was really the most important thing to us. Family and friends are still telling us how much fun they had at our wedding! Benny was honestly one of the best decisions we made, so seriously, if you are still looking for your DJ - stop. You will not be disappointed! :) Highly HIGHLY recommend!
Response from the Vendor on 09/03/2019
You guys were such a blast! Thank you for having us and I love when we can all look back and just 🙌 this means the world to me! 🙏🙏🙏💕💕💕 to you both!
Benny is a rockstar! Definitely recommended for your next event! He knows how to keep the crowd going from the start all the way to the end!
Response from the Vendor on 09/06/2019
It was so nice meeting you, I hope you ENJOYED every night of Aerosmith, I had to work and was incredibly jealous! Small world, cheers and may there be good cigars and drinks in the near future for you
My fiancé Joe and I saw Benny at our friends wedding and were just blown away. We have been doing the typical summer wedding thing and have been seeing band after DJ after band and no one has really resonated with us. We started to look about two weeks ago for a DJ for our own wedding next year and really didn't know what to look for. Benny was engaging, great on the microphone, and did not leave one minute for us to be bored. When it came to dancing I literally did not stop for the entire wedding, his taste in music and his timing was perfect, that is beside the fact that the lights he brought made everything look like a music festival! Benny, thank you for taking the time to talk to us and for making our weekend awesome! We hope to talk to you when we seal our venue, we are looking at August 2020! Thank you again!
Response from the Vendor on 09/03/2019
I cant wait to party with you! Time for round 2 🙌 I look forward to it, call me if you need anything!
We had DJ Benny Goodman and his Speak EZ Band for our corporate party and we genuinely could not have been happier. Benny helped coordinate our huge annual event we had where we flew in our team from around the country and was able to make the whole night seamless despite multiple changes, he rolled with the punches and acted "as if." The Speak EZ Band was something else altogether. They played a variety of music old and new (we have people from 30-60 so this was appreciated) and did so flawlessly. Benny's piano is truly phenomenal and the rest of the band were fantastic. Our team kept asking how we even got them to play! When it came down to Benny DJing he had everyone up and dancing the entire time even though there wasn't even really a dancefloor! Not only was Benny and the band a pleasure to work with, but we are still getting compliments from the team to come back to Boston! If you're looking for someone who not only is capable of flawless entertainment, but someone who knows how to actually run an event, Benny is perfect for the job. Thank you again!
Response from the Vendor on 09/03/2019
On behalf of myself and the Speak EZ Band THANK YOU. There is nothing more fun than getting to play for a group that digs what you do. It makes it not work anymore. I hope you will think of us again next year! Cheers
This review is LONG OVERDUE!
My husband and I got married on New Years Eve this year (12/31/18). Our main goal was to throw an epic party to celebrate our marriage as well as the New Year. We knew that in order to accomplish our goal we needed the perfect DJ. Benny went above and beyond and by passed all expectations! He was professional, brilliant, and responded within an hour to any question or worry we sent his way. Not only was he the DJ for our reception but he also played classical music for our ceremony and cocktail hour. The ceremony music was absolutely magical, Benny was able to blend two of our favorite songs! The music during the cocktail hour was also perfect.
Benny knows how to read a dance floor and is able to make the night flow smoothly. He played hit after hit after hit. My husband and I never left the dance floor and neither did our guests. Benny and his assistant would come to us throughout the night to run ideas by us or even tells us their thoughts on what to do next. Every idea or comment they had was spot on!
From the moment the dancing started eveyone was on the dance floor till the very last song (which was epic), and even then they didnt want to leave. My husband actually required physical therapy (luckily my MOH is a PT) the day after our wedding because he danced so hard!
Even months after our wedding we are still getting comments about how amazing it was, how it was the best wedding they had ever been to and how amazing our DJ was.
If you want a beautiful ceremony, with music that means something to you, hire Benny. If you want to party and dance all night long, hire Benny. If you want an epic dance floor where people never leave, hire Benny. If you want to feel so sore the next day because you partied your buns off, hire Benny! Whenever I need a DJ in the future, I will ALWAYS hire Benny!
Response from the Vendor on 09/03/2019
Kelly, how long did we plan your wedding out? Every detail. And you know what? It was worth it because that was SUCH A BLAST!!!!! Talk about an incredible way to ring in the new years! Sorry this response has taken me so long to get to. I hope ...
you both are enjoying married life, thanks for letting me ring in the new years the RIGHT way 🙌🙏💕
My wife put me in charge of finding a DJ and I’ll be totally honest, I hadn’t a clue of what I was doing. I called a few different companies and spoke to a bunch of DJs and when we got to Benny, within the first two minutes we knew we wanted him to be a part of our wedding. Benny was very assertive right from the beginning, helping make decisions and organize our day much beyond just being a DJ so we could do things right without figuring it out the hard way. From figuring out what music we wanted to how the flow was going to go, Benny was on top of it. When it came to the day of everything went perfect. You are so worried about things that you just hope it happens right and it did. Benny ran it all like a true BOSS and we couldn’t be more thankful because everything turned out beautiful. So if you don’t know anything about DJs, or putting on a wedding, or what makes a good party, just give Benny a call, he will set you straight! Thank you again, being able to say “I told you so” really worked out in this case!
Response from the Vendor on 09/19/2019
Dan, it was totally my pleasure. Thank you for letting me "boss" it for you for the night :). I hope you two have been enjoying married life and I am glad I made you look good to the Mrs!!!! Thanks for making me feel good and look good on the...
internet! Cheers to you
I was lucky enough to attend a wedding Benny Goodman DJed, and he did not disappoint! He began and stayed at 100% the entire party, and I know my friends were thrilled with his services. He managed to play every song they had on their list, yet still found time to work in individual requests. He really had folks dancing on the floor from the beginning to end. If you're looking for that just right combination of DJ maestro and party animal, then Benny is your man. I can't wait to hire him for my own wedding!
Benny Goodman was by far the best DJ (really, a musician) choice we could have made for our wedding! Throughout the entire process, from signing the contract until he left for the night after the wedding, he was professional, friendly, accommodating and, most importantly, accessible. I can’t tell you how many times I sent him emails or texts at all hours of the day with ideas or concerns, and he always got back to me. He was readily available with suggestions to my wedding timeline, giving me expert advice on what he’s seen work and what might be a better solution. We also hired him to play piano for our cocktail hour, and it was amazing! He is a true musician, his love of piano is evident in his finesse and musical prowess, seamlessly transitioning between Beethoven and Queen and making is sound beautiful!
DJ Benny is a must have for your wedding. I’m serious. He’s a great listener, and always puts you first. He always has you at the top of his priority list, going out of his way to ensure your wedding is exactly the way you envision it! Thank you Benny for an unforgettable wedding!
Response from the Vendor on 09/19/2019
Jonathan, thank you SO SO SO much for letting me a part of your wedding and appreciating that I take music seriously. I always say to just wind me up and let me go. That is when I do my best and you trusted me from the beginning, and for that,...
I thank you. My best to you both, I hope married life has been incredible. Cheers and please reach out if you ever decide to throw another EPIC party!
Benny is extremely hard-working, communicative, and positive; we had a great time working with him throughout preparation for our wedding (for which he & his band provided both live music and DJing). I appreciated that he opened our communication with a very clear, honest explanation of his style/preferences for providing music (e.g., what kinds of music he would/wouldn't be able to learn in time for a live performance) and working with parties, and he kept up the great communication throughout. His energy is infectious, and we and our guests loved the performances. Thank you to Benny & his band!
Response from the Vendor on 09/19/2019
Diana, it was so great and a tremendous honor to have been a part of your day. Both myself and the Speak EZ Band had a blast and your family and friends were simply wonderful. Weddings like yours are the reason I get out of bed and do what I ...
do. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.
My wife and I got married a few months ago at the Seaport Hotel. Finding a DJ was supposed to be my thing so I went and talked to like 5 different companies and 10 DJs. From the first call I knew that Benny was our guy. He was confident, knew our venue, and this was clearly second nature for him. If you talk to him for a few minutes you realize this guy is pretty talented outside of being a DJ and hilarious. So when I went back to report it was clear that Benny was our best bet. And we bet well because Benny brought it. He was always quick with communication, organized literally my ENTIRE wedding layout with me and my wife, and ran everything like clockwork. He even sent me some videos of some amazing moments after our videographer had left! Thank you Benny, we couldn't be happier! If you're looking for someone who takes your wedding seriously and knows how to make it happen, Benny is your guy.
Response from the Vendor on 09/19/2019
John, you guys rock! Thank you for believing in me and letting me do what I do. I truly mean that I try to make things as simple as possible and getting to work for people like you makes MY job that much more simple. I am glad you enjoyed th...
e videos, sometimes you just have to catch the epic ness when it happens. There certainly was not shortage thanks to your friends and family. Cheers and my best to everyone.
I dont normally write reviews..... but I felt compelled to refute the comments of a certain James R. who is literally the only bad review out of 84. So you can do the math on who is full of S*it or not.
I am a groom to be and was charged on finding a DJ for my wedding. I found Benny's profile and since Im not much for emails I decided to give him a total cold call.
Out of the 10 other calls I made that day Benny was one of two DJs that picked up an unknown number!
Long story short... We quickly established that he was unavailable for the our date. This is where it get awesome...
He stayed on the phone with me for an hour and a half! answered every question I had and gave me a ton of information I didnt even know I needed. At the end of our call he gave me two great reco's (one who I ended up hiring) and put me in touch with another contact that he thought could help.
If you want a DJ who is going to rock your party, take the time to get to know you and the feeling of the event you are looking for Benny is your guy for sure. My best advice is look to book him close to a year out as people know whats good when they see it and he books fast!
Response from the Vendor on 09/19/2019
I am so upset that I did not get to be a part of your wedding. That said, I am beyond happy I get to call you and Steph friends and I hope you had the party of the century. I was thinking of you shooting guns in the woods. Please hit me up n...
ext time you come to Boston and congratulations again!
He DJ’d my best friends wedding and was great! Nothing but positive things to say about him and the experience. 10/10 would recommend
Response from the Vendor on 09/19/2019
Kate, thank you so much!!!! This means the world to me :). Cheers
Where do I begin!? I can honestly say that my wedding would not have been nearly as amazing as it was without Benny. He was professional, punctual and kept the dance floor PACKED the entire night. As a bride, I had fears that I would have an empty floor with no one busting any moves. Benny made sure that did NOT happen. In fact, he helped my husband's band set up a surprise set for me, had my 5 year old niece surprise me with a song (stealing the show might I add) as well as my dad and a close friend also getting on the mic! From the planning (which was an out of state wedding he traveled to) to the after party, Benny was there for it ALL. To this day we have guest two years later STILL talking about how amazing the wedding was. Every detail and song was so well thought out, I barely had time away from the dance floor! I am SO excited to say that he will be the DJ at my sister's wedding this summer! Benny is outstanding at what he does and will not disappoint. Don't let this one get away!
Sorry for writing this so late, but Benny went above and beyond for our wedding. Not only did he make sure every moment was flawless for our big day, but he went so far as to setup a full band for myself (and other musicians of course) to Have a surprise performance for my wife. The dance floor was never empty, and two years later I still have people telling me how much fun they had at our wedding. Benny did such an amazing job that he will be DJing at my sister in law’s wedding as well this coming year. I would 100% recommend Benny for any event. He is professional, punctual and knows how to keep the night going!
Benny DJ'd our company party and he was nothing but a delight to deal with. He kept the flow of everything going, got the dancefloor happening, and even helped raise money when it came to raffle time. Between the music, the lights, and his attention to detail, we will definitely be working with Benny again.
We could not be more complementary of Benny. After many weddings with average DJs we were particularly interested in making sure that we had someone that could meet (or exceed, in this case) our expectations.
Benny was a true professional and oriented his approach to exactly the type of reception that we wanted. I am sure that he could have MC/DJ'd any kind of wedding, but the fact that we made our's unique and special was in part due to Benny. The music was absolutely spot on. The dance floor was full the entire night...and electric. He got us excited, but was not overbearing at all. Contrary to many DJs that we have seen, he did not make it about him, he made it about my wife and I, at every turn. We had at least 50 people (out of 200) tell us that is was the best reception and dance floor that they have been a part of - usually you get a few of those... but 50? We have Benny to thank for a lot of that.
Every one of our vendors did a great job on event day, it was a flawless 16 hours. But another important part of the equation is how vendors act leading up to the event, and after. This is equally important in our minds.
Of all our vendors, Benny was by far:
1) the easiest to get in touch with
2) most responsive
3) most courteous
4) most available
5) most energetic
6) most organized
7) most flexible
8) best money that we spent on our wedding
It is with all these things in mind that I couldn't give a higher recommendation to Benny. Five stars... ten stars, if we could.
We got married at our alma mater, had the reception at the Colonnade hotel in downtown Boston, and 200 guests attended. Benny adapted to the situation and our unique wants and aspirations. I am sure that he could and would do the same if you were hosting a wedding similar to ours or something completely different.
Thanks, Benny!
I cannot say enough good things about Benny Goodman! He was AMAZING! Our guests are cannot stop talking about how great our DJ was. Not only was he on time, professional and full of energy, he made our reception an absolute BLAST! He had all our guest pumped and they didn’t leave the dance floor. Leading up to the wedding he took the time to talk with my husband and myself and get to know each of us. We both like very different music and I don’t know how Benny did it, but he managed to include a piece of each of us in his music selections. We had specific songs that needed to be played and he helped us select the best times to do it so it wouldn’t ruin the vibe of the wedding. For cocktail hour, the venue had a piano and Benny was able to play the piano for our guests which set the tone for the night. Prior to the wedding I had some people question my choice to get a DJ over a band, but after listening to Benny play the piano and then DJ the reception they realized this wasn’t your ordinary DJ. I even had people coming up and asking me how I knew Benny, because they thought for sure he was either a family member or a friend, just by the way he engaged with the crowd. I want to have another event just so I can hire Benny again! You need this man at your wedding!
We were going back and forth on whether we wanted a DJ or a band for our wedding at Willowbend Country Club in Mashpee, MA on 8/18/18. We really wanted a DJ to play all the songs we love, but a band to bring a fun energy to the ceremony and cocktail hour. We spent a lot of time researching our options, and believe us, you will not be disappointed if you pick Benny and his team. We could not have been happier with our decision, and our guests would say the same about them. Benny and his Speak EZ band are unique in that they can provide BOTH a band and DJ option for your wedding day. Not only were Benny and his team extremely responsive, professional, and helpful throughout the entire planning process, but they were truly outstanding at reading the dance floor and selecting the best music for everyone! We had the band play during our ceremony, cocktail hour, and part of dinner, and then Benny switched the DJ'ing for the rest of the night. First, I'll start with the band. They absolutely crushed it. They played all of those feel-good songs that got everyone excited to be there and be a part of our day. Guests kept coming up to us and complimenting the band and the singer, Adam. They can really execute any genre, tweak songs to make them unique, and sound amazing when doing it. We were really impressed with Adam's singing, the guitarist, and of course Benny on the keyboard. They brought the exact ambiance we were hoping to have during both the ceremony and cocktail hour. The band even went above and beyond to learn and perfect a Florida Georgia line song for us ("Meant to Be") prior to the wedding day, so that they could perfectly perform it for us during our recessional. They had never played it for anyone else before, and it was clear that they were willing to work hard and learn a new song just to make us happy on our big day. They really impressed us! When we switched to DJ'ing during the reception, Benny was a fun awesome energetic MC, and he really knows how to read the dance floor. He tactfully selected each song to get all of our guests of all ages out onto the dance floor, and keep them there all night! He works off of the energy in the room, and knows exactly when to switch up the songs to keep everyone dancing. We even had some guests who never dance out on the dance floor having the best time. All of our guests were coming up to us throughout the night to compliment the DJ & band. We are so so so happy we chose Benny and his band to perform at our wedding. You will be so incredibly happy on your big day if you choose them as your vendors, we highly recommend them! Planning a wedding can be very stressful, but these guys are on top of it all! They clearly know what they are doing when it comes to throwing a great party. If we could give them 10 stars, we would :)
DJ Benny is a very responsive, detail-oriented, and easy to work with. His energy adds a life to your event that music alone cannot do. We would highly recommend him to DJ your event. He is quick to answer questions that arise throughout the planning phase and respectfully offers suggestions that fit your taste. He is flexible to communicate through many forms of communication preferred by the couple such as email, phone calls, and text messages. He reviews every detail down to the last days before the wedding including names of the wedding party to ensure that there are no hiccups on the big day. If we had to do it all over again, we would have DJ Benny DJ our wedding.
What can I say? Saw Benny and my best friends wedding and it was the most fun me and my fiance have had in a long time. We didn't stop dancing and he didn't seem to either. It didn't hurt that he had a killer light show. We will be in touch Benny. Thanks!!!
It was an absolute delight to have Benny DJ our wedding at The Bohlin in Newport, RI. From the first time we spoke with him, we knew he was exactly what we were looking for. He's professional, thorough, attentive, collaborative, and full of non-stop positive energy. He worked closely with us in the months leading up to help craft our wedding day. He always had great feedback and opinions on all our emails, never sparing how the logistics and details would work. It was fantastic to not be worried one bit about the entertainment ahead of time, and on the wedding day he delivered an incredible playlist that had everybody dancing all night. And in addition to DJ'ing the reception, he played keyboard with his band during the ceremony! We'd highly recommend using Benny for any event, especially if you want a very memorable wedding!
Through just a few phone calls and emails with Benny, my wife and I gave him a list of songs we liked (and disliked) and he perfectly nailed the playlist for our wedding this past weekend.
He showed up early, setup his equipment and was well prepared. Vibes were great and everyone was dancing. I have a tendency to stress over minor details but never needed to with Benny, I knew we were in good hands.
Benny’s positive attitude and excitement for what he does is infectious. He’s an exceptional, personable DJ who has no issues reading a room and is incredibly easy to work with. Worth every penny.
10/10 would recommend to anyone!
*never mind his top notch sound system, but his light show?! You want it.
I saw Benny DJ my boyfriend's Grad party and he made the night worth while. Everyone knows that these things are all about the music and we were on the dance floor until they kicked us out! Not only did he play all our favorite songs, but he was very personable! Everyone loved him and the atmosphere he created. This guy knows a crowd and gave us just what we needed to have an epic grad night. Thank you Benny Goodman, and thank you whoever hired him for my big man's big night. Could not have asked for a better DJ.
We couldn't have asked for anyone better. Benny was incredible to have. From first contact to the final note, he made it so easy and seamless for us. The amount of options you have in working with someone like Benny was a huge draw for us. From setting up a PA for our outdoor ceremony and playing the songs we selected for those special moments, to moving into cocktail hour and playing a grand piano, and ending with a funky dance party into the night.
Benny read the room and the vibe of the day the entire time. He played songs referenced in some of the speeches, or songs from memories he heard as people reminisced; really thoughtful!
You can't go wrong with this Benny, his band, or any combination thereof! He takes care of everything, he's a great MC, and people respond to him. A true talent and a pleasure to work with. Hire him, and throw yourselves a damn party! You won't regret it!
I was the maid of honor at my sisters wedding and Benny was our DJ. I wanted to do something special for her and make a song/megamix for my speech and Benny put it together like a pro. He was so much fun and everyone had an absolute blast. He paid attention to the details, was professional, and ran everything perfectly. That is besides the fact he is an incredible musician, too!!!