DJ Maskell

! I was originally searching for a DJ who aligned with my aversion to the YMCA and the cha-cha slide, so when I saw that called out on Mark's website, I knew he’d be a great fit for our wedding! We had a wonderful first Zoom meeting and knew immediately we wanted to book Mark. He was extremely helpful throughout the planning process! We had a few planning calls leading up to the big day where he helped us go through alllllll the nitty gritty details, offering expert advice for things I hadn’t even thought of- from timing flow to tips and tricks like how to set up ceremony chairs. As a DIY bride who loved planning her wedding but honestly got kind of fatigued by the end, these talks with Mark were not only invigorating but also made me feel like I wasn’t doing all of this alone. I felt so supported and confident going into the big day. I also planned an East Coast wedding from the West Coast and was excited to finally meet all my vendors face-to-face. After building a great connection with Mark over Zoom the last year, I have to say we were most excited to finally get to meet him in person! Okay, now for the wedding day experience, a couple of words come to mind. Flawless, jaw-dropping, face-melting, fun. I have a special affinity for music, so out of all the wedding day components, I was most excited for the tunes. One of my friends told me the pre-ceremony music made them feel like they were in a movie (score!) and the timing of all the ceremony songs was on point. More compliments ensued during cocktail hour. At this point, I was floating on cloud nine with my now husband, so it was super helpful when Mark rallied the bridal party together for our reception entrance and created exactly the energetic atmosphere I was hoping for! Mark was the perfect emcee for all the speeches, and cracked a few jokes before my brothers did their speech. At that point, I remember thinking Mark felt like more than a vendor. He was like family! Okay, now for my favorite part- the dancing. I had expressed to Mark that I thought it’d be fun to do crowd-pleasing songs for a little while and then transition into more EDM style music. The best way I can describe how fun dancing was is to say that within our core group of friends, for 3 hours NOONE wanted to leave the dance floor to get another drink, to go to the bathroom, or anything. Anytime I thought I was going to sneak away for a second, a banger would drop and I would say, “well I can’t leave now!!” Also, THE LIGHTS! Check out his Instagram videos, and you’ll see what I mean. I’ve never seen such cool lights at a wedding before. It transformed the whole experience. Mark even invited my husband and me behind the DJ booth. I got to give the light control a spin, which we both agreed was one of our favorite moments from our whole wedding! If I had a nickel for every time someone came up to me to ask me how I found Mark, to tell me how much they liked the music and lights, or how this was the best dancefloor of any wedding they’d ever been to, I could retire! TL,DR: book Mark now. He’s an absolute genius and the best in the world at what he does. No hyperbole here!! Thank you so much Mark, I’m so grateful I found and connected to a wonderful human, and for everything you did for us!

to do the job for us when: he told us he’d been doing this for decades and has experience as a coordinator as well (we love a professional with lots of experience); he strived to make things simple for us by not complicating fees and add-ons — he simply said “you have me for the ENTIRE day, and if it fits into my car, I’ll bring it for you”; and most importantly he emphasized to me how much he hated “the typical wedding song”. Future brides and grooms, you can either have “Happy” played at your wedding, or you can have a killer dance floor - not both, I’m sorry. Mark not only has excellent taste in music that will *actually* get your guests hype and feral, he knows how to read the room, which is arguably the most important skill a DJ could have. He knows when to play what type of song when, and he also knows how to MC your ceremony, toasts, grand entrances, first dances, etc. so that there are never awkward pauses in the room. As an extremely detail-oriented bride, I also knew someone had to plan and set up the *vibes*. News flash - vibes don’t just create themselves! And this is where things like background music playing and LIGHTING is so important. As I said above, Mark is happy to bring any gear that he possesses and will fit into his car. He brought everything from speakers and mics to magical equipment called “up-lights” (Google photos - you’ll know what I mean) that turn each room into a dreamy, romantic, and vibey space. And last but not least, Mark brought his insane light show for our dance floor. Have you ever been to a concert where the arena and stage was just dark? No, you haven’t because that would be a really terrible concert. If you want a fun dance floor, you’re going to need multiple lights of different colors, all flashing to the beat of the song. And luckily for you, Mark is a huge lighting wizard, and he will bring all sorts of equipment to make you feel like you’re at the club or a crazy concert. Stop looking elsewhere and just book Mark. Seriously.

Maskell, we knew he was the right fit. We interviewed a few DJs, but the instant connection and professionalism we experienced during our first Zoom call with him set him apart. Mark shared a detailed Google Doc with us during that call—a thoughtfully organized template covering everything from music planning to seating arrangements, budget, guest list, and even a photography section. His philosophy is truly remarkable: even if you don’t book him, he still wants to help guide your planning process. That level of generosity and care is rare! When it came to our wedding day, DJ Maskell exceeded every expectation. He turned our reception into a high-energy, club-like atmosphere, complete with stunning dance floor lighting and uplighting to set the perfect mood for the venue. Months before our big day, he went out of his way to visit the venue, taking pictures and videos to help us envision the space—a thoughtful gesture we deeply appreciated. On the day itself, Mark was a lifesaver. From ensuring our officiant had a microphone to running up with a spare when we began reading our vows, he was always one step ahead. He handled last-minute changes—like switching the groomsmen's entrance song and adding a bridesmaid’s speech to the programming—with ease and professionalism. Mark even offered practical tips throughout the evening, like suggesting the perfect time to mingle with guests during the meal or reminding us to check our teeth before photos (which was surprisingly helpful!). And when it was time to hit the dance floor, he *brought the party*! Everyone had a blast, thanks to his incredible playlists and his ability to read the room. He also sent us Spotify playlists in advance to help us get a feel for his style, and his planning spreadsheet had space for must-play songs and a "do not play" list, ensuring the music perfectly matched our vibe. DJ Maskell was more than just a DJ—he was a planner, problem-solver, and all-around fantastic person to work with. We can’t recommend him enough! If you want someone who genuinely cares about making your wedding or event unforgettable, DJ Maskell is the one to call. Thank you, Mark, for making our special day truly magical! 🌟🎶💃🕺

! We had such an incredible time! He got to know our vision and helped to execute an amazing party!