Talented roster of Des Moines DJs
$1,500 starting price
Iowa, Nebraska, Illinois, Missouri, Kansas & Destination
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Martin Botts
DJ MARTY MCFLY
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AWARD WINNER (5X)
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DSM Dance Party DJ's is a wedding DJ collective operating out of Des Moines, IA. Each of the twelve DJs this entertainment business offers excels at bringing high energy and great vibes to your wedding celebration.
The management team at DSM Dance Party DJ's are renowned in the community for excellent client communication. As soon as you book with them, they will consult with you to learn about your musical tastes, including the songs that make up the soundtrack to your love story. They will also learn about your wedding vision to ensure they meet all your entertainment needs.
The DJs can play anything you'd like for your wedding music and seamlessly blend musical genres and eras. They aim to entertain each and every one of your guests. An MC will introduce your speeches and keep your timeline flowing. Your package is fully customizable, including 7 hours of service, state-of-the-art speaker systems, dance floor lighting, and wireless microphones. The team will provide complete setup and breakdown services and can travel anywhere within one hour from Des Moines. DSM Dance Party DJ's will rock the house and join you in celebrating your new marriage.
+8 years in business
Speaks English, Spanish, Russian, Tagalog, Swahili, Luganda, Hindi, Gujarati
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African
Bollywood
Caribbean
Celtic
Classical
Country
Dance
Disco
EDM
Flamenco
Folk
Hip-Hop
Indian
Jazz
Latin
Polka
Pop
R&B
Rock
World Music
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MC Services
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Se Habla Español
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Wedding
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Ceremony
Reception
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Meet the team
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- Martin BottsDJ Marty McFlyDJ Marty McFly is a trusted professional and is a sought-after event DJ. Catering his services to upscale wedding clients, large scale corporate events and specialized social gatherings. DJ Marty has the experience of working at some of the most elegant destination wedding locations. He has traveled the United States providing the soundtrack for the Colorado Rockies Coors Field, numerous concerts and community events. Marty has a huge passion for music and the local music scene in his home town of Des Moines. DJ Marty McFly is driven to provide clients with the best experience possible and is recognized as "The Knot 2019 & 2020 Best Iowa Wedding DJ". As a producer, his exclusive remixes and mixes can be found on youtube and have been used by DJs internationally at their events. Spending time in the studio for his remix projects is only part of Marty's content, he also produces a podcast that is streamed on iTunes, Spotify & more. In addition to McFly's impressive profile he founded DSM Dance Party DJs in 2019 and has established an incredible resume not only as a performer but as a respected influencer, and mentor. He has harnessed innovation, pushed boundaries with modern out of the box concepts, and has set the new local entertainment standards. While perfecting his craft and inspiring fellow DJs, Marty has an ability to connect old to new while blurring the lines between nightlife and private entertainment. He has created a seamless fusion of talent, music programming knowledge, and mind-bending technical production. If you are planning an event anywhere in the world, and would like to consider DJ Marty McFly to perform, host or assist in development, please complete the contact form on this site.
- Ren JamisolaBooking ManagerOur Booking Manager, Ren Jamisola, is the first point of contact between clients and the DJ. From setting up initial consultations, assisting throughout the booking process, to following up after events, she enjoys interacting with clients and meeting new couples. She thoroughly enjoys her position and loves every minute of it. In her free time, she likes to connect with friends on social media, rest and relax. Don’t hesitate to reach out to her with anything you might need, she’s best known for her prompt response time and helpful, positive attitude :-)
Reviews
4.7
out of 5.031 reviews
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DSM Dance Party DJs received glowing reviews for their exceptional service, professionalism, and ability to keep the party alive. Reviewers praised their DJs, particularly Marty Mcfly and Riley, for their fantastic energy and skills in reading the crowd. The company's attention to detail, top-notch sound and lighting, and creative production were highly appreciated, making events unforgettable. Additionally, guests highlighted their ease of communication, personalized services, and the fun add-ons like photo booths. Overall, DSM Dance Party DJs were highly recommended for weddings and other special events for their outstanding performance and engaging atmosphere.- Top reviews
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Maci N
5.0
1/03/2025
Wonderful customer service! They set up for you and tear down!
Jose E
5.0
12/30/2024
Was nervous about getting a DJ for a my wedding but after talking to Martin he made it easy for me to communicate what type of music we wanted to dance too showed up on time and was extremely helpful with setting up microphones for the ceremony he was also very nice over all 10/10!
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Joseph S
5.0
12/29/2024
I’ve heard so many brides and grooms rave about DSM Dance Party DJs. Their ability to read the crowd and keep the party going is incredible. Plus, their production skills make every event feel unique and special!
Clint M
5.0
12/29/2024
Whether it’s a wedding, corporate event, or concert, DSM Dance Party DJs knows how to deliver. They’re experts at keeping guests entertained and ensuring everything runs smoothly. Highly recommend!
Tancy P
5.0
12/29/2024
This company is the real deal for anyone planning a wedding or event. Not only do they have amazing DJs, but their event production—from lighting to sound—is top-notch. They take care of everything, so you can just enjoy the party!
Mhey B
5.0
12/29/2024
Planning an event can be stressful, but DSM Dance Party DJs makes it easy. They’re professional, reliable, and so creative. I’d recommend them to anyone who wants an event to remember!
John T
5.0
12/28/2024
I’ve had the pleasure of working with the team at DSM Dance Party DJs, and I couldn’t be more thrilled with the experience! The creative process behind the content we’ve developed together has been seamless, fun, and collaborative. Their team brings a fantastic energy to every event, and it shows in the incredible visuals and posts we share online. The vibe they bring to every party is unmatched, and I love how we get to showcase that passion through social media. It’s truly a joy to help share the excitement of their events with the world—DSM Dance Party DJs makes every moment unforgettable!
Jasmine A
5.0
12/28/2024
DSM Dance Party DJs knows how to bring the energy! Their ability to mix different genres seamlessly is unmatched, and I’ve heard nothing but great things about their professionalism. If you want a packed dance floor and an unforgettable event, they’re the way to go!
Molly H
1.0
11/19/2024
We used DSM Dance Parties for our wedding in August. We originally booked with Devon (DJ Cowboy) and we were so excited for him to be there! Unfortunately, Devon had some personal issues and was not able to make it to our wedding last minute (totally understandable). I was informed the night before the wedding, which was already really stressful, but the company told me they would send Marty, the owner, in Devon’s place. They made sure to tell me that they would do me the favor of not charging me Marty’s rate, which was double what Devon would have charged…. Which is crazy to me because why would that even be a thought, that we would be charged more for something out of our control? Fast forward to the next day – wedding day, and everything was going really well until reception. I almost got the vibe that because Marty knew he wasn’t going to make what he normally collects, he just didn’t care as much about our night, almost like he was too good for this. He was not very personal and didn’t take the time to even get to know us one bit. I’ve been in a few weddings and usually the DJ has more personality to them, typically you want someone lively to be able to start the party… As the dance floor opened, Marty approached me and asked if they could play off of my playlist, the one that me and all my bridesmaids spent hours curating. I was so preoccupied with everything else that I just said yes, and he proceeded to play songs that not many people enjoyed and it kind of killed the vibe. It really sucks because typically the dance floor should be lively and full, granted it was hot out so I know that could also have been something to do with it. Although, I had many people come up to me after the fact and tell me that the DJ experience was lacking. I’m just so disappointed in the experience, and I just know Devon would have killed it that night instead! Again, overall, I just got the vibe that Marty thought he was too good for the night.
response 11/20/2024
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. First and foremost, we apologize for...
any stress or disappointment you felt on such an important day. Our goal is always to provide an exceptional experience, and we regret that we fell short of your expectations.
To address a few points:
1. Last-Minute DJ Change: We understand the stress caused by last-minute changes. While Devon was unavailable due to unforeseen circumstances, we sent Marty, our most experienced DJ, to ensure your event received the utmost professionalism and expertise. We did communicate the difference in rates to clarify that no additional charges would apply to you.
2. Playlist and Music Selection: We honored your curated playlist but noticed it wasn’t resonating with the crowd. To keep the energy up, we made adjustments after consulting with your event planner. We regret if this approach didn’t meet your expectations.
3. Interaction and Atmosphere: As a professional team, we often work closely with event planners to ensure everything runs smoothly. While this may have limited direct interaction with you, we were focused on executing your vision behind the scenes.
We deeply value your feedback and are always striving to improve. If there’s anything further you’d like to discuss, we’d welcome the opportunity to connect.
Thank you,
DSM Dance Party DJs
Amy B
5.0
12/31/2023
I recently attended a special event and was absolutely amazed with the experience! DJ Marty Mcfly was professional, had an extensive music selection, and knew how to keep the party going all night long! Their sound and lighting system was top-notch and provided an amazing atmosphere for all our guests. I would highly recommend them to anyone looking for a great DJ! 5 stars for sure!
DJ Marty Mcfly was an absolute pleasure to experience! He had the perfect mix of energy and charm that kept the dance floor moving all night. He played a great variety of music, from old-school classics to the latest hits, and knew exactly how to get the crowd going. His transitions were seamless, and his energy was contagious. He was also very personable and took the time to chat with guests and make sure everyone was having a good time. We would highly recommend DSM Dance Party DJ's for any event!
Roy L
5.0
12/31/2023
Showcased utmost professionalism, ensuring a seamless and enjoyable event experience.
Ellen C
5.0
12/31/2023
Had an amazing time at the wedding with DSM Dance Party DJs. They made it super easy to enjoy the night, keeping the party alive with great vibes. No complaints here—would absolutely recommend!
Cel V
5.0
12/30/2023
Great energy and vibe! The DJ knows how to read the crowd and deliver an unforgettable experience.
Eryn M
5.0
12/30/2023
If you're searching for DJs who can turn your event into a dance floor phenomenon, look no further than DSM Dance Party DJs! This Des Moines crew brings the party with a dynamic team of talented DJs, top-notch sound and lighting, and a passion for creating unforgettable experiences.
Marie J
5.0
12/30/2023
DSM Dance Party DJs delivered an exceptional experience—professional, engaging, and kept the party alive. Highly recommended!
Annabel C
1.0
12/06/2023
It’s unfortunate that I have to leave a review like this, but I do NOT recommend DSM Dance Party. Specifically Marty. I initially booked Marty because of the raving reviews and wonderful social media presence, but my experience was anything but good.
Marty was contracted to be at my wedding by 2 pm Sat., 12/2/23. At 3:20 pm, 40 MINUTES before my ceremony was scheduled to start, we realized he was not there. We called him and he stated he had a “flat tire” but had a “team” on their way. He also said he had called my venue and explained the situation to them, which was a complete lie. After we talked to him and realized we wouldn’t have his services during the ceremony, the venue was able to contact him to get the songs for the ceremony and they had a mic and speakers we were able to use. The “team” arrived at 3:55 pm, or 5 MINUTES before my ceremony. They had to wait until the ceremony was over before they could start setting up and ended up setting up during cocktail hour. Marty was supposed to play a list of songs I had provided for cocktail hour, but he was the only one with the list. Instead of enjoying cocktail hour and talking to guests, we had to consider what to do if Marty didn’t show up at all because his “team” had no idea why he still had not arrived. Marty still wasn’t there by 5:30 pm and the food was ready to be served, so we asked the “team” to handle the grand entrance so we could then start dismissing tables for dinner. It was at that point we discovered the “team” he sent DID NOT INCLUDE A DJ and they were only there to setup/tear down. We again started to panic because they refused to announce the bridal party so we started searching for someone in the crowd to announce. Thankfully a “team” member agreed to announce. It wasn’t perfect but we had 250+ people waiting to eat. Marty finally arrived around 6:45 pm (over 4 hours late!) and then there was an issue with the speakers so we had another delay before we could start speeches and first dances.
Despite all of this, I still held out hope that Marty would “make it right” as he kept repeating. He informed the venue he intended to issue a
full refund. When he didn’t contact us Monday morning, my mom called, texted and emailed. He finally responded and called my mom and was completely unprofessional, unaware and oblivious to any stress he caused us, and said he provided services pursuant to industry standards because he’s “the best DJ in the state.” Instead of trying to make things right, he told my mom “sometimes things don’t go as planned” but he could see that everyone had a great time, so he was confident he delivered his agreed upon services.
I’m disappointed and honestly disgusted in the way that my family and I were treated on MY WEDDING DAY. I work in customer service and understand that some things are just out of our control, but this was ridiculous. Marty had an opportunity to change this around and rectify what happened, but he simply chose not to. The only reason my wedding day wasn’t a complete disaster was because of my venue and photographer, (both who are able to back up everything I’m saying). Please, do yourself a favor and look elsewhere.
Meghan N
5.0
7/20/2023
Riley was absolutely amazing! He crushed it! Very engaging with the crowd and kept our guests on the dance floor all night long. Riley was very easy to work with the day of the wedding and eased any nerves the wedding party had. It genuinely seems like Riley loves what he does and has an absolute blast doing it. We had several guests ask for his business card during the wedding and are interested in his services out of state. 11/10 recommend having Riley as your DJ, you won’t regret it!
Stephanie E
5.0
5/14/2023
Christian was the DJ at our recent wedding in Des Moines on 5/6/23. We couldn’t recommend DSM Dance Party DJs enough - Christian was amazing, he was good at reading the room and vibe and kept our dance floor packed all night.
They were so responsive during the whole process and provided several opportunities for check-ins and questions. I really appreciated that they conducted their business online so the timelines, portals and meetings were always easy to work with (we were planning our wedding from Chicago). We also rented the photo booth for our event and our guests had so much fun with it - great add on. Thanks Christian and DSM Dance Party DJs!
Mikayla H
5.0
1/08/2023
I can't thank DSM Dance Party DJ's enough for making our wedding so amazing. When we originally started looking for DJs, I knew I wanted someone that could make our reception feel like a club experience. We came across DSM Dance Party DJ's when starting our initial wedding vendor hunt. Once we met with Marty, we knew we had found our DJ vendor. Marty made the whole process extremely easy and it was centered towards what we wanted. I LOVE music, so this part of the wedding planning process was very important to me. As we neared our wedding date, we had the opportunity to meet and work with Riley Schneekloth. And WOW. I cannot recommend Riley enough. Riley made sure we felt at peace, our guests were engaged, and everyone could have the time of their lives. If you want a DJ that makes your wedding reception feel like a club, Riley is your guy. I have had so many guests reach out to me complimenting how amazing he was and how much fun they had. I wish we were getting married again, just so we could hire Riley. I can't recommend this DJ company enough. 10/10 would recommend!
Mandie W
4.0
1/02/2023
DSM Dance Party DJs were great to work with!! We paid extra to reserve a specific DJ from their team and boy was it worth it! Riley was the perfect emcee for the evening and made our experience so fun. We met with Riley virtually a couple of times before our big day to get everything planned out and he had so many great ideas and was able to accommodate everything we wanted! We also had a photo booth in our package which was really fun! The only reason I didn't give 5 stars is because they misspelled our last name on the photobooth strips.
response 01/02/2023
Hello Mandie, Thank you so much for sharing your experience with us! We’re glad that you e...
njoyed our service! We sincerely apologize for the incorrect spelling of your last name on the Photo Booth Strip. We will be reaching out to see what we can do.
Lauren G
5.0
12/14/2022
I've worked with DSM Dance Party DJs a few times and they are easily one of my favorite DJ companies! As a wedding planner, it can be difficult to find quality vendors to recommend to couples, but I ALWAYS recommend couples book with these guys! So far I have worked with Marty and Christian, and they are both awesome! I can't wait to work with these guys again and meet even more of their amazing DJs!
Clara A
5.0
8/13/2022
They were so organized throughout the entire planning process and were incredible at the ceremony and reception! They timed each song perfectly for the ceremony and kept the reception fun even after most of our guests left! They were also great at getting out there and teaching a couple dances to the songs! I cannot recommend these guys enough!
Margeaux B
5.0
8/10/2022
Riley was an amazing guy with a great personality! He was incredibly accommodating with the venue, weather, and last minute changes. He also gave advice when necessary which went so far. Riley was able to improve the atmosphere with his DJ experience and witty personality. His clever jokes before the ceremony really took the edge off on a nerve wrecking day.
The Photo Booth by DSM Dance was a big hit on our wedding day.
Autumn B
5.0
6/06/2022
We hired them to do some special effects for our first dance and exit at our wedding on 6/4/22 this weekend and it was everything we wanted and envisioned and more! We did the dancing on a cloud, sparkler fountains, and had a slide show playing in the background during our first dance and also used the sparkler fountains for our exit. Marty was AMAZING, super detail oriented, and ensured that everything was perfect and exactly how we wanted it. We got so many compliments and everyone loved it! They are also extremely easy to work with and make the process super simple and stress free! 12/10 recommend hiring them for your next event!
Jovonte S
5.0
4/06/2022
A complete must have for your wedding. When they say they will feel the vibe of crowd and keep people on the dance floor, they meant it. All night, I had people come up and tell me how much they liked the dj (DJ Marty). Been to a few weddings this year and I don't think one dj kept the floor full expect them. Makes me wanna have another wedding...... with my wife again haha
Allyson M
5.0
3/27/2022
I found DSM through the owner - DJ Marty McFly! We wended up booking with Riley and his assistant. DJ Riley was absolutely amazing! He went above and beyond to make the planning seamless and the event one of the best nights ever. I had countless guests come up and sing high praises about Riley.
William A
5.0
12/28/2021
Awesome tunes at the wedding I was at over the weekend. The DJ did a fantastic job playing great music that got everyone going on the dance floor! Impeccable timing and amazing execution!
Marie N
5.0
12/28/2021
Went to an event recently where DSM Dance Party DJs was the DJ service and was blown away by the amount of skill & professionalism the staff had! The DJ read the crowd easily and everyone was vibing and having fun. They definitely know how to keep the party going and would recommend them to anyone looking for DJ services for any event!
Alexis G
5.0
11/24/2021
DJ Riley was absolutely phenomenal at our wedding! His energy was so positive and contagious to both us and our entire crowd. He received numerous complements from not only the venue staff, but all of our guests. Thank you Riley for making our night so memorable! We could not have asked for a better atmosphere from anyone else!
Nicole S
5.0
8/07/2021
DJ Marty and his team were an absolute joy to work with. I received a recommendation for the company from another DJ who was not available on our wedding date. Marty was such a great find and we could not be happier with our experience! While DJ Marty was not able to actually attend our wedding, he coordinated all of the details for our day. I received a response to every e-mail within hours. We had multiple meetings to determine the music for our ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception. Marty and his team were so flexible with the multiple changes we made to our wedding, including the date. They created a schedule for the entire event, complete with music choices and timing for each segment. Antonio was the DJ for our actual wedding and he was phenomenal. He was incredibly kind and so respectful of our guests and venue. We left a great deal of the music as the DJ’s choice and he perfectly captured the mood that we were hoping for. His transitions between events throughout the evening were perfect and he was a great emcee – cheerful, pleasant, and excited. The owner of our venue made a point to let us know how great of an experience that she had working with Antonio. After breaking down his equipment, Antonio offered to help the venue clean up after the wedding. DSM Dance Party DJs could not have been a more perfect choice. I plan to recommend them to everyone I know!
Melissa J
5.0
8/06/2021
We had the pleasure of having DJ Des from DSM Dance Party DJ’s host our wedding. There are so many stressors on the big day and this was not one of them, in fact, he eliminated quite a few. From ceremony to the last song DJ Des was on point the entire time. The services that the company offers combined with their excellent emcee’s I could not recommend a better vendor for your music/audio needs.
response 08/06/2021
Thank you so much for your kind words, Melissa! We really appreciate you taking the time o...
ut to share your experience with us . We count ourselves lucky for client's like you. We look forward to working with you again in the future!
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