DJ Donovan Yaukey of Phantom Shadow
$1,495 starting price
PA, WV, VA, DC, MD, NJ,NY,DE,MA
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Donovan Yaukey
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Thank you for visiting my profile. My name is Donovan Yaukey. I started entertaining at the age of 13 with my family dance band. I played drums, trumpet, and sang with the band. At the age of 18 I started my DJ Business...Phantom Shadow Entertainment Services based in South Central Pennsylvania.
From 1985 until 2017, My business entertained at over 30,000 events nationwide. We sold everything in 2017 and I bought a new DJ sound system, lighting, and uplighting. Since 2017 I have been entertaining primarily at Weddings but I still entertainer for Proms, High Schools, and many other types of events. In my 40 years as a professional DJ I have put in my 10,000 hours. I absolutely love entertaining for Weddings and helping to make your dreams come to fruition.
The entertainer you choose is very important. Choosing the DJ the "fits" your vision is worth spending the time to interview several choices.
I can be reached at 717-860-6466. I look forward to helping your create your dream wedding.
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Donovan Yaukey
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I started entertaining in 1979 when I was in 8th grade. I played drums in my family dance band. I started to DJ in 1985. From 1985 until 2017 my company Phantom Shadow Entertainment produced over 30,000 events. I now simply book one wedding a day and can focus entirely on your event. I have personally performed at over 2000 weddings in my career. I have been a two time Top 10 Finalist for DJ Entertainer of the Year at the DJ Expo International Mobile DJ Convention in Atlantic City. I love to DJ for weddings and I bring the best in sound and lights for your event.
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John G
5.0
8/12/2024
When planning our wedding, this wasn't just another event. This was the most important party of our lives. While every aspect was important to us, what we wanted most of all, was an event where our guests would be thrilled to spend the night celebrating with us and the type of event where everyone would be bummed when it ended.
Wow! DJ Donovan delivered all that we were dreaming of.
Donovan was such a delight to work with. He knows his role as an MC and entertainer and enjoys it, which was evident to all of our guests.
We've received many compliments from our guests thanking us for inviting them to our wedding. They hadn't had so much fun in years!
Thank you, Donovan, for bringing our vision to life!
Blair B
5.0
10/02/2022
DJ Donovan Yaukey was the best DJ I've ever worked with! He was so personal and made sure everything ran exactly on time and to schedule. He accommodated our musical requests and chose songs that fit our style for dancing. I highly recommend him for your next wedding or special event!
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Krista W
5.0
11/16/2018
Jenn was so great at our wedding! We trusted her to play appropriate songs and everyone had a great time! They were interested in which songs you want to hear during ceremony and reception and was out on the dance floor with us having a good time!
response 08/27/2021
Jen is available to book at www.DJJennergy.com
Samuel F
2.0
7/31/2018
We met with the DJ a few weeks before the wedding and walked through the ceremony, reception, music, etc. The DJ and photobooth attendant arrived early and had everything set up well before the wedding began. The DJ was fine to work with the entire evening, as he made sure he pronounced all the names right and made announcements when we needed him to. He took some liberties with the music (e.g., did not play our cake cutting song, played some songs outside of our list), but he was fine overall and kept people dancing. The photobooth attendant was awful, however. Rather than spending most of the night around the booth and encouraging people to use it, she spent 90% of the evening at the DJ's table, which was nowhere near the booth. We had multiple people tell us that no one was there when they used it. Plus she set out all the props on the floor so people were kneeling down to pick things up. Who does that? We had to tell her to find a table to put them on - inexcusable. So we spent over a grand on a booth and absentee attendant. In all, I'd say the DJ was four stars and the photobooth was zero stars.
response 08/27/2021
Things have changed drastically since 2018. We no longer have employees that do silly th...
ings like this. Now it is only the two original owners that DJ and provide photo booths. Thank you for your review.
To book the owners: www.DJJennergy.com www.DJ-Donovan.com
Megan D
5.0
11/07/2017
Working with Phantom Shadow for our wedding was a great experience! First things first, Whitney (the Wedding DJ Coordinator) was super responsive and answered all of our initial questions. The questionnaires their team provides, for both the ceremony and reception music, were very thorough and included many things we had not thought of previously. My husband and I had some unique ceremony music that we chose, and our DJ, Jen, executed the pre-ceremony music, entrances and exits flawlessly! Our goal for the night was to have our guests out on the dance floor having a blast, and I can't remember a time during the reception that it wasn't full! Jen did an awesome job keeping the energy up, mixing guest requests and our playlist that we provided her with. We still are receiving compliments from guests about Jen and they're well deserved!
response 12/21/2021
DJ Jennifer Yaukey is available for your event. Contact her at www.DJJennergy.com She is...
one of the best DJs on the East Coast.
Lynn M
4.0
10/10/2017
We used Phantom Shadow for our wedding DJ services. Whitney was a wonderful coordinator. We had Jen as a DJ and it went well. She strayed from our list some but our guests seemed to enjoy it so we were fine with this. There were some initial communication problems before the wedding (not getting back to us) but we were able to iron those out about 1.5 weeks prior to the wedding. She had good music ideas, as well as selections. Overall, good experience.
response 12/21/2021
DJ Jennifer Yaukey is available for your next event. www.DJJennergy.com Most couples do...
not finalize the information we get until 1 week before the wedding.
Miranda S
5.0
6/08/2017
We used Jon Smithfield from Phantom Shadow as the DJ for our wedding on 5/6/17 at the Gettysburg Hotel. They also provided a gobo light and uplighting. Jon did an amazing job that far surpassed our expectations, and we are so happy that we chose Phantom Shadow. The process was extremely easy with the worksheets that they have you fill out prior to the event. Plus, Whitney was very helpful with making sure that everything was in order and went through several rounds of proofs with us to make sure our gobo light was perfect. On the day of the wedding, Jon did an excellent job of creating an atmosphere that energized our guests and got them on the dance floor, which isn’t an easy task with a group that spans several generations. He listened to all of our requests and preferences, and from there seamlessly selected music that kept the party going all night. If you’re looking for an experienced DJ for your wedding that does more than just hit play on a playlist—that actually engages with your guests and ensures everyone is having a great time, all while being true to what the bride and groom want —I highly recommend Phantom Shadow.
response 08/27/2021
Jon is available to book at www.DistrictDJs.com
5.0
11/10/2015
I can not being to express how thrilled we were with our experience with Phantom Shadow, Donovan, and Mason. My guests are still talking about it and requesting contact information for there events! Lighting was beyond what we expected. The professionalism between my other vendors and this company was flawless. The interaction between the djs and my guests were memorable. New twists on old traditions that that absolutely blew everyone away. Fun, entertaining, and just an overall delight!
response 12/21/2021
Donovan Yaukey is available to Dj your event. www.DJ-Donovan.com
May Mason RIP. :(
Jenna S
4.0
11/20/2012
In my recent November wedding we used Phantom Shadow as our DJ. We had Jenn as our DJ. She was great in some aspects. We had this really elborate entrance planned out for our reception, which needed to be timed with music and flicking the lights off at the exact time at particular point in a song. She executed this flawlessly by working with The Gettysburg Hotel staff by practicing beforehand. Although she was pretty great; we were a little disappointed with the music. Only because we live in Philadelphia and go out on the weekends to dance to house music and we gave her a list to play off, yet there were some off the wall songs such as the wobble (which is just awful in our thoughts and a little too -uhm much). Overall, she did a great job and for the most part attentive to our needs!
response 12/21/2021
Sounds like she did a great job.
Megan D
4.0
10/18/2012
Our DJ service was great and everyone enjoyed the music at our wedding. The one downfall was it was hard to hear the DJ in certain areas of the reception hall. He also sounded like a football announcer or an auctioneer-or possibly a hybrid of both. Which people either loved or hated, and unfortunately I was the latter. Although, I had a wonderful night parting with the family so the DJ did great in that respect. My advice would be to meet your DJ in person if possible or just define your style better then I did.
response 08/27/2021
Good advice. It is best to meet and see if the dj is a good fit. That was DJ Mike G. w...
ho is a truly awesome person. Sorry he wasn't the best fit in your eyes.
To book the owners: www.DJJennergy.com www.DJ-Donovan.com
Lauren C
5.0
9/27/2012
The DJ was great and energetic!!
response 12/22/2021
To book the owners: www.DJJennergy.com www.DJ-Donovan.com
Carrie W
5.0
9/09/2012
Jen was wonderful to work with and knew exactly what we wanted after our first meeting with her. Highly recommend phantom shadow for any event. They are fabulous!
response 12/21/2021
Book Jen for your event at www.DJJennergy.com
Courtney B
4.0
8/19/2012
The owner deejayed our wedding. He was friendly, came to my house to meet and discuss all the details, and demonstrated patience when I was indecisive. :P haha He interacted with the guests well and was very professional. The only thing that I wish he wouldn't have done was include so many remixes of songs that I had requested. However, I'm sure that this could be remedied by requesting that only originals be played. :)
response 12/22/2021
Yeah I was a little re-mix happy at one point. Folks don't want to hear a remix of Don't ...
Stop Believing. I agree 100%. Good lesson for me as a DJ. Thank you.
www.DJ-Donovan.com
Katie K
5.0
6/19/2012
We booked Phantom Shadow Limousines at a bridal show, which meant we received a pretty hefty discount off the normal price for services. Our limousine driver was very professional and kind. He was very willing to assist with just about anything, from helping people in and out of the limo, loading the trunk with everyone's belongings, to making sure everyone was comfortable. Even though we were half an hour late in leaving the reception, he told us not to worry about it and even emptied out the rest of the coolers of drinks for the groom and I to take with us following the reception! I really enjoyed our service, even though it was really brief! I highly recommend Phantom Shadow Limos - timely, professional, and caring to customers!
response 12/22/2021
We closed the limousine business in 2013. It was a blast.
Kristin R
5.0
11/17/2011
Phantom Shadow is a tried and true DJ service. You can never go wrong with them. Everyone is very professional and you can be guaranteed a great night!
response 12/22/2021
To book the owners:
www.DJJennergy.com
www.DJ-Donovan.com
Stephanie S
5.0
10/12/2011
Phantom Shadow has a reputation for being professional and great at what they do. My wedding was no exception. The DJ was on the floor with my guests, getting everyone involved. It was everything I could have hoped for. I highly recommend Phantom Shadow.
response 12/22/2021
To book the owners: www.DJJennergy.com www.DJ-Donovan.com
Sam W
3.0
10/08/2011
Our DJ played the recessional for the processional and then never played any music for the recessional. He came unprepared to play the music we had discussed weeks prior for the father/daughter dance. I had to ask one of my guests to download the song on her IPhone and borrow the phone for the dance. (Horrifying) He was nervous and made everyone feel on edge.
response 08/27/2021
Had a blip in an otherwise successful career, plus the brides were not organized at all. ...
The DJ was Mike G.
Susan K
5.0
9/13/2011
We enjoyed working with Phantom Shadow. There was a bit of confusion at one point because I had called to figure out when to meet with our DJ and no one got back to me so when I called again I was told that everyone was booked so I had a bit of a freak out at first but soon got a call back and was told that we would recieve an upgrade because we had already paid for services. The DJ was great, and kept everything moving right along. He played exactly what we asked for and didn't play anything we didn't want (I was specific about certain artists not being played too). Overall I would recommend them.
response 12/22/2021
To book the owners: www.DJJennergy.com www.DJ-Donovan.com
Holly D
5.0
1/12/2011
I had 2 DJ's at the wedding, and they were both awesome! I would absolutely reccomend this company for their experience and because their prep-work/ organization was remarkable.
response 12/22/2021
To book the owners: www.DJJennergy.com www.DJ-Donovan.com
Jen L
5.0
1/10/2011
The service was great! The Hummer Limo was beautiful!
response 12/22/2021
To book the owners: www.DJJennergy.com www.DJ-Donovan.com
Melissa J
5.0
12/15/2008
response 12/22/2021
To book the owners: www.DJJennergy.com www.DJ-Donovan.com
DONNA C
4.0
8/18/2007
;THE DRIVER COULD HAVE BEEN MORE PERSONAL
response 08/27/2021
We provided limousine services. We closed the limousine business in 2013. We now only pr...
ovide DJ and Photo Booth Services.To book the owners: www.DJJennergy.com and www.DJ-Donovan.com
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