5.0
Praised by couples for:
DJ quality
Unique party atmosphere
Music selection
FreshTracks / Party Rocking Dj / Polished MC
Mammoth Lakes, Bishop, Southern California, Reno, Lake Tahoe
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We loved working with Rick for our wedding! He helped us personalize the music for the ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception. He also served as our MC and made sure the entire event proceeded smoothly. The music was incredible, but he also made sure we had practical matters covered -- including microphones for the ceremony and speeches and plug-ins for other musicians. The dance party at our reception was insanely fun and catered to different generations at the wedding while keeping everyone on the dance floor. We would highly, highly recommend Rick -- you won't regret it!!
Tim d.
5.0
A few months before our wedding we drove up to Mammoth, and Rick met us for coffee to talk about music. He was not there to collect a song list. He wanted to know what actually makes us move, what we grew up on, what still gets us out of our seats. We talked for a long time and left thinking this guy really gets it.
We sent him a playlist that was honestly way too big, and somewhere in there he found the night we did not know how to ask for. Everything he played felt like it belonged, and the transitions were so much fun that people kept looking at each other like, wait, he really just did that.
What stood out most was how he read the room. He could feel where the energy was going before it got there, and he would shift with it, and somehow nobody ever drifted off the floor. Our people danced all night.
The setup looked great, the sound was dialed, and every part of the night flowed the way we hoped it would. But the thing we keep coming back to is Rick himself. His energy is contagious, and having him there made the whole day better.
If you are getting married in Mammoth and you want someone who will actually care about your night, this is who you want.
Mikayla V.
5.0
Richard Kunkel
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AWARD WINNER (9X)
Thanks to recommendations from couples on The Knot
Energy, service culture, detailed music programming and meticulous event preparation define FreshTracks.
Together we will create a wedding day soundtrack that reflects your taste and style as a couple. Together we will create moments, memories, and once in a lifetime celebration! Let's Dance.
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African
Country
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Hip-Hop
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Pop
R&B
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World Music
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Awards and Affiliations
9-Time 'Best of Weddings'
2026.2025.2024.+6 more.
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Hall of Fame
Earned by winning 'Best of Weddings' four or more times.
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Meet the team
Richard Kunkel
Owner/ Party Rocking DJ / Master of Ceremony
Every wedding day begins with a vision—a vision shaped by hours of collaboration with my clients, meticulous preparation, thoughtful planning, and a deep understanding of what makes each event unique. Extensive knowledge of music, years of DJ education, technical skills, and hands-on experience. Wedding days are about bringing it all together and most importantly bringing energy. I open my heart, connect through the music, find each event's unique “flow state.” Emotion, energy, moments, your guest list, and everything unfolding in real time. This is how we rock a party. Live mixing and song selection—on the spot story telling. Style, creativity, a diverse range of genres and decades—crafting an experience that’s truly yours . Together we can make moments and memories. We can celebrate your lifetime and your love.
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The DJ provided highly personalized, professional service, working closely with couples during planning and coordinating with other vendors. He read the room perfectly, handled technical needs and special performances smoothly, and kept the dance floor packed across generations. Reviewers strongly recommend him for weddings.Review photos
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Anna F
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5.0
If you are planning a wedding in the Eastern Sierra’s, DJ Rick is an absolute must. He is straight-up amazing. Some would even call him a LEGEND! Because he literally is. All of ou...
r wedding guests still rave about DJ Rick - the energy he created, the brilliant and smooth transitions, and the killer music. We literally danced the night away - well until the venue kicked us out - but we dance our booties off because the set was that good! Sure, Im biased towards my own wedding, but i’ve never been to one with a better DJ - and all of the wedding guests agreed. Rick captured our style and taste in music perfectly!
In addition to being a super talent Dj, Rick is just a great dude and awesome vendor. Wedding planing can be tough at times and some vendors can be such a hassle to deal with. This was NEVER the case with Rick. Rick was super accessible and quick to respond throughout the entire planning process. He knows the industry well - making recommendations, helping to work through some timeline logistics, and even doing some coordinating of his own. His positive attitude is contagious and professionalism greatly appreciated. I cannot recommend him enough. Thank you Dj Rick! You played a huge role in making our wedding day as special as it was.
Tim d
5.0
We loved working with Rick for our wedding! He helped us personalize the music for the ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception. He also served as our MC and made sure the entire eve...
nt proceeded smoothly. The music was incredible, but he also made sure we had practical matters covered -- including microphones for the ceremony and speeches and plug-ins for other musicians. The dance party at our reception was insanely fun and catered to different generations at the wedding while keeping everyone on the dance floor. We would highly, highly recommend Rick -- you won't regret it!!
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Mikayla V
5.0
A few months before our wedding we drove up to Mammoth, and Rick met us for coffee to talk about music. He was not there to collect a song list. He wanted to know what actually mak...
es us move, what we grew up on, what still gets us out of our seats. We talked for a long time and left thinking this guy really gets it.
We sent him a playlist that was honestly way too big, and somewhere in there he found the night we did not know how to ask for. Everything he played felt like it belonged, and the transitions were so much fun that people kept looking at each other like, wait, he really just did that.
What stood out most was how he read the room. He could feel where the energy was going before it got there, and he would shift with it, and somehow nobody ever drifted off the floor. Our people danced all night.
The setup looked great, the sound was dialed, and every part of the night flowed the way we hoped it would. But the thing we keep coming back to is Rick himself. His energy is contagious, and having him there made the whole day better.
If you are getting married in Mammoth and you want someone who will actually care about your night, this is who you want.
Ariel E
5.0
Rick was an absolute standout as our wedding DJ, we couldn’t have asked for a better experience! From the very beginning, he was incredibly communicative and easy to work with, alw...
ays responsive and clear in making sure every detail was handled. He brought a level of professionalism and respect that really put us at ease throughout the entire process.
What really set Rick apart was his flexibility. We had a drag show during our reception, and he went above and beyond to support it seamlessly. He coordinated everything perfectly, adapted on the fly when needed, and made sure the performances went off without a hitch. It truly elevated the energy of the night and made that part of our wedding unforgettable.
Overall, Rick delivered exactly what we hoped for and more... great music, smooth execution, and genuine support for our vision. Highly recommend him to anyone looking for a DJ who’s not only talented, but also reliable and easy to work with.
Ju P
5.0
Very professional, attention to detail and fast response to email or text. Rick kept our guest entertained during our photo shoot and he played the jam for our guest to dance throu...
gh the night. It was magical top of the McCoy station at parallax and everyone had good time.
Allison M
5.0
From the first introductory call, Richard was a pleasure to work with ahead of the wedding and really got to know our styles. He seamlessly blended a couple niche inside-joke songs...
with crowd favorites, keeping the energy high the entire night. 6 months later and all our friends and family still talk about how it was the best dance floor they've ever experienced!
Diana Z
5.0
FreshTracks DJ Richard was awesome! This had to be the most important decision we had to make for our big day. Richard was super professional and took the time to get to know us. ...
He even had us fill out this awesome questionnaire to help him really understand what we were looking for in our big day. The music was extremely important to us as it can make or break your wedding. He even took the time to study what that music our culture listens to and how to blend it in with modern day tracks. Our guests had an amazing time and I have to say it was thanks to him. He was able to keep the young crowd engaged while the elderly crowd pleased. We never stopped dancing and the night just flowed perfectly. They say you get what you pay for, I think he exceeded our expectations tremendously. Thank you FreshTracks! Can’t wait to find another party to throw in dance night away with you.
Response from FreshTracks Entertainment
Diana states, "the most important decision we had to make for our big day".
I think if th...
at's your truth, I might be the Dj for you.
If "the music is extremely important to us and it can make or break your wedding". I can help YOU.
The Time to study "their Music and their culture and blend it". I downloaded and analyzed 64 unique cultural tunes to customize Diana and Ara's soundtrack. I didn't just play them randomly, or play them Spotify without understanding them, I brought their music into a live set. We created something so unique, I'm so grateful that Diana and Ara were my clients and proud of the amazing wedding day we shared in.
Jordan C
5.0
Where to even begin? There are simply not enough earthly syllables to encompass the multitudes that make up the man, the myth, the legend: FRESH TRACKS. I referred to him by many a...
moniker: Slick Rick, Pretty Ricky, Maestro of Fresh, Commander of Vibes. He wasn’t just the master of ceremony. Rick is a master of everything.
Rick wasn’t a mere part of the greatest day of our lives. He shaped it. An auditory architect. A blueprinter of beats. He became family somewhere between minute eleven and hour four of our initial phone call (yes, seriously). The vibes just did not stop, and that notion carried from conception to completion.
His musical knowledge ? Encyclopedic.
His intuition? Psychic.
His ability to take the wild, whacky music map in your brain, the deep cuts, the nostalgia triggers, and the emotional arcs, and spin it into a flawless, living soundtrack was truly otherworldly.
I would take a bullet for Rick, and I am 99.9% certain he would do the same for me if it meant saving the vibe. The pro of pros. A legend among mortals.
There was not a single person sitting. From millennials to geriatrics with questionable knees, everyone was moving. The man had the people in an absolute chokehold.
Fresh Tracks forever. Rick for president.
Nicole H
5.0
Rick was a breeze to work with, making everything during the planning process so easy. The dance floor literally took on a life of its own and could not be stopped. The dance floor...
was so lit our photographer said he took 13,000 photos - the most he has ever taken in a single night. Our guests almost felt the need to run to the bar to get refills because they didn't want to miss a second of the dancefloor. I even got to go up behind the DJ booth - could not recommend Rick enough.
Emily C
5.0
Richard made our wedding day the absolute best! We could not have done it without him. He started planning with us over a year in advance and kept everything running smooth and str...
ess free. He was so involved in curating the perfect vibe and worked closely with all of our other vendors to help in every way he could. Everything from the ceremony to cocktail hour to speeches and reception went perfectly with his help. His live mixing and ability to read the vibes of our guests kept everyone on the dance floor all night. I can't recommend him enough! He is by far the best DJ you can hire in the Eastern Sierras and I would hire him for any event I do in the future.
Chris E
5.0
Rick went above and beyond every step of the way! Months leading up to the wedding, of course the epic wedding day, and even communication afterwards! I cannot express how many wed...
ding guests have mentioned to me afterwards how GREAT our wedding DJ was!!
Rick brought THE BEST energy!! I am lucky to have lots of dance floor footage on video, and even re-watching at home I can't help but notice how fun his transitions was, song choices, and remixes into new songs! He listened to everything I asked for and truly brought our wedding to life on the dance floor!
HIGHLY highly recommend Fresh Tracks!! <3
Micah S
5.0
From our very first call with Rick, we knew we were in great hands. His energy, professionalism, and clear passion for music immediately stood out. Throughout the planning process,...
Rick was exceptionally prepared. He anticipated our questions, offered thoughtful guidance, and ensured every detail was covered well before the big day.
On our wedding day, Rick executed everything flawlessly from start to finish. The transitions, timing, and song choices were perfect. There were no surprises, just a seamless flow of great music that kept everyone on the dance floor. He respected our “do not play” list, incorporated all our favorite songs, and read the crowd perfectly.
We received countless compliments from our guests about how fun and memorable the music was. Rick truly elevated our celebration, and we could not recommend him more highly to any couple looking for a top-tier wedding DJ.
Jen G
5.0
Rick was so great to work with, and he put on such an awesome event for us! We only had 32 guests, but he kept the energy high and the dancing alive. Our guests kept raving about h...
ow great of a DJ he was, and we could not agree more! He also made the planning process very smooth, and provided very helpful advice and guidance along the way.
Rita K
5.0
Allow me to take one decision off your planning-rattled minds. Just Pick Rick to DJ your wedding. After attending a wedding Rick DJed, we knew for certain our wedding day would be ...
a bust without him. His energy is boundless; his transitions are perfect; he has disco balls; he may be immortal. All at once he is the life of the party and a total professional. Rick struck the perfect balance of fun contemporary hits woven seamlessly with classic jams that got our parents grooving. Our wedding guests have not stopped raving about how much fun they had on the dance floor. I haven't stopped raving about how easily the day flowed with Rick's direction, skill, and confidence. He is a total delight to work with.
Jenae H
5.0
Rick (DJ FreshTracks) was an absolute pleasure to work with both the day of and in the months leading up to our wedding day. Rick is incredibly professional and easy to communicate...
with and he took the time to understand our preferences, from the type of music we wanted to be played to the vibe we wanted for the evening. He was so helpful throughout the process, meeting with us at coffee shops, scheduling phone calls and video chats, as well as frequent check-ins and help via email. He even adjusted with us while switching venues 6 months before our wedding day. Beyond the music, Rick was great at keeping the event on track, making announcements when needed, directing guests, MCing the reception, coordinating with the rest of the wedding vendors, and reading the energy of the room. He absolutely killed every aspect of it! The day of the wedding, the music was absolutely perfect. The timing of our ceremony music was flawless and everyone complimented how wonderful the cocktail hour and dinner music was. DJ Fresh Tracks had a great sense of what our guests would enjoy, and the dance floor was packed the entire night! He seamlessly blended different genres making sure everyone from our younger guests to our older relatives had a blast. He even took our favorite songs and spun them into killer remixes. The lighting was a great touch as well, setting the mood without being overpowering. We couldn't be happier with our decision to hire DJ FreshTracks. If you’re looking for a DJ who is professional, talented, organized, experienced, and knows how to keep the party going, we highly recommend him. Thank you for making our wedding day an unforgettable party!
julia f
5.0
Rick was perfect for our wedding day. We had a pretty large feat (with live music & even a didgeridoo) and he was open, excited, communicative & ready from the start! We loved meet...
ing with him and discussing our vision and he matched our excitement for our big day :) He also kept our guests dancing all night long. We had many guests compliment his humor & ability to match the vibes of the whole night. I would highly recommend Rick to anyone!
Claire F
5.0
If you're searching for a DJ in the Eastern Sierra, look no further than FreshTracks Entertainment and Rick Kunkle. From the very beginning, Rick stood out with his thoughtfulness ...
and dedication. He took the time to understand not just our music preferences, but who we are as a couple and the experience we envisioned for our wedding day.
Rick's meticulous attention to detail was evident throughout the planning process. Being locals, we had the chance to meet with him multiple times in person, and we also had several calls and emails to fine-tune everything. He even created a music map that made our choices so much easier to navigate. Rick's deep knowledge of weddings was invaluable—he offered insights into what works and what doesn’t, all with the goal of bringing our vision to life.
On the day of the wedding, Rick was a seamless part of our team. He met with our officiant, offering incredible tips we wouldn’t have thought of ourselves. The timing of the music was flawless, and Rick executed every detail perfectly, ensuring the day flowed smoothly and the energy stayed high.
And let’s talk about the music—Rick absolutely killed it! The dance floor was electric, and I’m confident that if we didn’t have a strict end time due to venue rules, our guests would have danced well into the night. Rick’s ability to read the room is unmatched; his energy is contagious, and he truly elevated our special day.
We can’t recommend Rick enough! 100/5 stars. Not only did he make our wedding unforgettable, but it feels like we gained a new friend in the process. Thank you, Rick, for being so rad!
Tina M
5.0
Wow! I am blown away by the professionalism and enthusiasm DJ Rick exudes. From the start, his energy and positivity was exactly what I was hoping for in a DJ. He was very communic...
ative and organized, and extremely helpfull in planning the overall flow of my big day. Right away I knew I had found the jem I was looking for! As a music lover, I knew that the right music can make or break a party, but DJ Rick took it to another level. He worked closely with us to create a highly personalized playlist for everything from the guest arrival to our outddoor forest ceremony (which required special audio equipment due to being outdoors without electricity), intimate ceremony, cocktail hour, and really killed it with the reception. He got everyone dancing just as promised, all while playing tunes personally selected by me and my husband. He was also instrumental in helping plan out the whole day, and ensured all went according to plans. I couldn't be happier and don't have enough words to describe how thankful I am for DJ Rick!
Tassi F
5.0
DJ Richard did a SPECTACULAR job with our wedding. He was there in early planning stages helping us perfect our playlist. He had some wonderful suggestions as well (including the s...
hoe game). Come day of, he kept the dance floor moving and grooving. If you're looking for a DJ in the Mammoth area, FreshTracks is the move. He knows the venues and vendors well and did a ton of his own coordination which was incredibly appreciated!!! Wedding planning is stressful. Richard not only did not cause any stress, he alleviated it. HUGE THANK YOU!!!
Lindsey W
5.0
Rick absolutely brought the energy!! Keeping the event flowing smoothly and throwing in a little something for all ages. I got outstanding feedback from all my guests!
Cassidy K
5.0
I would recommend Richard with no reservations. He is outgoing, collaborative, easy to work with, professional, and very communicative from the moment we reached out to him. He was...
supportive throughout our planning process, always asking for our ideas, preferences, and thoughts. He demonstrated patience as he walked us through the process with ease, allowing us to feel confident with our musical choices and our desires for the night. He was quick to offer suggestions if we wanted any, and created a timeline that was flawless and intentional for our wedding ceremony, cocktail hour, and the reception. When there were slight adjustments needed, he handled them with ease and it allowed his creativity to shine. In addition to that, he communicated with the photographer, wedding coordinator, in order to make sure we were happy. He read the crowd allowing for the dance floor to be packed the entire night, literally from dinner until closing time with 150 people. We could not be happier that we hired him, and would do it again in a heartbeat. Hire him, you will not regret it!
Kate C
5.0
Richard was easy to work with and had great energy!
anonymous u
5.0
DJ Rick is so fun!! We gave him a hard task of playing Persian & American music for our big day. Even though he wasn’t familiar with Persian music before, he prepped, listened to t...
he song, & blended both styles beautifully. Our friends and family loved the music and we danced for hours! Couldn’t have asked for a better time! I would highly recommend Rick for your special events!
Ava M
5.0
Rick was super fun from our first meeting through the entire wedding. He was incredibly organized, timely, and professional. He helped us put together our timeline for the receptio...
n as well, perfect. The ceremony and reception ran so smoothly and he did such a great job not only as DJ but also as MC. He brought the energy without stealing the show and kept the dancefloor packed. I didn't need to communicate with him at all the day of our wedding because he had everything locked down. I really can't think of a single thing he could've done better in any way. If you're not using Fresh Tracks for your event you are missing out!
Deziré P
5.0
Rick absolutely killed it as our DJ and MC. He BRINGS the energy and goes above and beyond! We are forever grateful for the memorable experience he provided.
Prior to booking with...
Rick, he scheduled a
consultation with my husband and me to see if our vibes meshed. He didn’t rush us into making a decision to book him but actually encouraged us to really consider our options. However, after our initial consultation, we knew we needed him to be our DJ. And he did not disappoint.
Early in the process, he scheduled another consultation to just talk music so he could learn what we were into. Music was really important to us for our big day and working with Rick was easy and smooth - he had a music mapping process that was easy to fill out, covered all the bases, and offered room for collaboration.
When the day finally came, Rick absolutely killed it! He brought the energy! He meshed songs together that had no right sounding that good together. He asked people that weren’t dancing what kind of music he could play to get them on the dance floor. He really made sure everyone was enjoying themselves. Our friends and family are STILL talking about him and the incredibly memorable experience he provided. We are so grateful to have had him!
Kristina G
5.0
Rick was hands down one of the best decisions we made for our wedding!!! He was beyond amazing! Everyone was out on the dance floor all night. At one point my mom came up to me and...
said she was so exhausted and was ready for bed but she couldn’t leave because every song that came on kept her wanting to stay on the dance floor!! Rick was organized and so helpful with the whole process from beginning to end. Even when our officiant (one of our best friends) left the marriage license with him he called me the next morning to get it returned to us!!! 😂What a solid human !! If you are getting married or having a party anywhere in the Mammoth area, hire Rick! You will not be disappointed.
Jessica W
5.0
Rick was such a joy to work with and be a part of our wedding celebration. He was extremely helpful with the planning process and, in fact, was our only vendor who didn't leave tas...
ks until the last minute. We felt prepared with our music to-do list months before the official day. When the day finally arrived, I felt super confident with what Rick was playing and we all had an amazing time. My friends coined him, "Saint Rick" after all the laughs, good vibes, and fun DJing he provided. With FreshTracks, you will never be disappointed!
Cecilia S
5.0
Rick was wonderful to work with for our wedding. He was very organized, attentive, and he truly was there to support us and our vision on our big day. I really appreciated his Mu...
sic Mapping worksheet as it was such an organized way to map out all the music we wanted for the day. He also checked-in with us leading up to the wedding to see if any changes need to be made.
Best of all, we loved his energy! He was engaged the whole evening, was able to read the crowd and adjust the music appropriately, and many of our friends and family raved about his song choices. He even had our shyest guests dancing!
Overall, we had a wonderful experience working with Rick, and I would definitely choose to work with him again. Highly recommended!
Thanks, Rick!
Makena E
5.0
Rick is a rockstar DJ! From his communication to his style, he is top notch! He rocked our wedding even with wild weather changes like a true professional.
James D
5.0
DJ FreshTracks was the best experience we could have asked for. He was very professional and detailed about what we wanted. He played great music for the ceremony that we chose w...
ith him, and for the reception. He is a real class act. Best in the business!!!
Casey G
5.0
Absolute rock star! From start to finish, Rick was the most professional, organized vendor we worked with. He listened to everything we said, played every song we wanted and led th...
e night. He’s super fun- pumping up the crowd at all the right times and keeping the party going! I would 100% recommend Rick any and every day of the week. You can trust him and his process to have the best day of your life!!
Elise R
5.0
Working with Rick for our wedding was such a wonderful experience. He was incredibly approachable, professional and detail oriented right from the beginning, and immediately after ...
our first meeting with him we knew we had made the right choice. He made the entire planning process so smooth, easy and stress free. Our wedding day went so smoothly thanks to him- he handled every part of our day and every transition flawlessly and brought so much energy and excitement to the dance floor. Rick is a gem of a person and a wedding DJ and we could not recommend him highly enough!
Lexi S
5.0
DJ Rick was amazing!! From start to finish he was dedicated, communicative, and full of energy! He took the time to have multiple phone call meetings to make sure we had our playli...
sts and flow of the day dialed in. My husband and I would honestly look forward to these calls because Rick was always getting us pumped up while maintaining such professionalism. He was very organized and made the process so fun and stress-free. Our wedding ceremony and reception went perfectly. He brought the energy to all the guests and had our dance floor POPPIN' literally the entire night which was exactly how we wanted it! He let me (the bride) take his mic and rap one of my favorite Eminem songs to the whole crowd which was definitely a highlight for me. We would 100% recommend hiring him as a DJ and wished we lived closer to Mammoth so that we could use him again for parties or any other big event. We had so many of our guests tell us during and after the wedding how great the music was and energy on the dance floor which had so much to do with our wonderful DJ!
Stephanie D
5.0
RICK IS A VIBE!! Let me start off this review with the fact that the DJ was our first wedding vendor that we booked. After minimal research, FreshTracksEntertainment kept showing u...
p everywhere we looked. This was a clear sign that Rick must be good...and boy was he GOOD! I first reached out in September 2021 to inquire about our September 2022 wedding at Forest Chapel and McCoy Station in Mammoth Lakes. We met up for coffee at Black Velvet and were sold. We booked him in October and he checked in every now and then until the wedding. We also booked his Photo Booth because it's a GREAT deal...and we're a big photo booth couple. We had a phone call closer to the wedding and we worked through a Google doc with all of the information he would need (couple info, songs, our preferences, etc.) as a team. He had sample playlists and offered multiple times if we wanted or needed suggestions on songs (first dance, walking down the aisle, etc.). I just can't say enough how AWESOME he was. He set everything up, was on time, the speakers didn't go out, his transitions were FLAWLESS, I mean...he was just perfect. We received SO many compliments during the reception about how the DJ was the best wedding DJ they had ever heard. And still to this day- a year later, our friends and family still talk about the music/party aka DJ Rick. THANK YOU RICK!!!
Victoria N
5.0
Rick was a total homie. If you needed something, he made himself readily available to you. It could be anything… from where to get a snowboard in Mammoth to giving recommendation...
s on how to best time the wedding. He also has a crazy amount of energy- something you want in a DJ. As for the wedding day, the guy had his work cut out for him. We had a pretty hard crowd to please… 1/3 didn’t want to dance, 1/3 was very-very picky, and the other third would dance to most things. Rick didn’t give up the WHOLE night trying to get EVERYONE on the dance floor- which I think most DJs would’ve given up. Would definitely recommend Rick!
Shelby D
5.0
BOOK HIM NOW! Seriously, Rick made our day so amazing. He made everything run so smoothly, and he controlled the mood and vibe incredibly. I cannot emphasize enough how top notch h...
e is. His energy, personality, and organization skills are truly unmatched.
Thank you, Rick!!
Katelyn H
5.0
From the first "meeting" with DJ Rick on the phone, I knew I was going to vibe with him. My husband and I loved his fun, upbeat energy and his taste in music is super similar and v...
aried just like ours is so it felt like a perfect match. We loved how easygoing his personality was and felt he would be a perfect fit for our wedding day- not to mention the awesome funky mixes he creates.
What stands out the most about DJ Rick, is that he felt like more than just a DJ. He truly helped set the bar for our wedding day in terms of the energy, level of excitement and keeping all our guests engaged. He really becomes a friend during the whole process and makes you feel that your day is special. We ended up having unexpected snow during our wedding ceremony and he was able to totally rock it and kept our guests pumped up with the fun, in the moment music he played.
He was an outstanding MC for our reception, again keeping everyone super pumped up, and the dance floor was on FIRE. The floor was literally shaking and was filled with people dancing the entire reception. We had many people absolutely rave about how great our DJ was and we simply could not have been happier with selecting DJ Rick.
From start to finish he was so fun to work with and he is incredibly passionate about what he does which truly shows in the work he does.
You cannot go wrong with hiring Rick- you would be foolish if you didn't ;)
Thanks again Rick!! We loved you <3
Katelyn and Joe Hare 5.6.23 Lake Tahoe!!
Egle D
5.0
Rick at FreshTracks Entertainment is the best of the best. He was incredibly helpful during the planning process - he'll help you narrow down the overall vibe for your wedding nigh...
t, and pick key songs for those special moments. He is great at providing input and suggestions when you're stuck, while hyping you up for those song choices that you know you want. My husband and I didn't have to worry about anything DJ/MC-related on our wedding day - Rick is incredibly professional, prepared, and ready to go. He is killer at reading the crowd. Rick will move between songs so seamlessly, moving on from those the crowd may not be vibing with, and making the fun ones last. He will cater to the energy of your guests, without compromising on what the bride and groom want or don't want to listen to. Rick has such positive energy, it's contagious. He is the person you want by your side to make your wedding the most fun, easy-going, and memorable. Rick will bring the best, most fun-loving side out of you and your wedding guests, and you're guaranteed to have a blast with him as your DJ. Undoubtedly, the absolute BEST hype man from Mammoth Lakes!
Shideh S
5.0
Rick married us 5 years ago and I still keep in touch with him to this day! He is lovely, fun, professional, prompt….I can’t say enough wonderful things about him! Absolutely the b...
est DJ of all of Mammoth Lakes area. Such a pleasure to work with.
Monique J
5.0
DJ Rick is the absolute best! We first experienced his talent when we attended our best friend's wedding. Rick had us all dancing our hearts out, which ignited the flame between me...
and my now husband. So, naturally when we got engaged, we knew exactly who we wanted to DJ our wedding...the guy who had us falling in love on the dance floor in the first place, DJ Rick! Luckily, he was all for it! He helped us plan out the musical portions of the wedding, he met with us quite a few times before our wedding, and he made sure to go above and beyond to make sure our day would be extra special...and it was! He had the dance floor filled up until closing time. I quite literally had to tell the guests that it was time to go home! If given the opportunity to work with DJ Rick again, you best believe we will!
Gina Marie G
5.0
Rick was the absolute best DJ and overall vendor we worked with for our wedding at Convict Lake Resort! Our guests and us were on the dance floor the whole night and he does an inc...
redible job of playing a good mix of music that is favorable to the couple, friends, family etc.. Rick has the best energy which really made the overall experience working with him; not just at the wedding itself, but also with every meeting leading up to the big day as well. He's very organized and communicative throughout the whole planning process. We appreciated the frequent touch points with him letting us know what we could expect, what we needed to provide him with and when as well as what we could expect for the day of. We also loved that he always made an effort to meet up with us for coffee when we were in town to chat / get to know us as a couple.
Couldn't recommend Rick more to DJ your wedding or big event!
Tammy L
5.0
DJ Freshtracks (Rick) CRUSHED IT at our wedding! We had so many people come up to us during/after the wedding and say they had one of their best times at a wedding because the musi...
c was on fire the whole time.
Really appreciated that Rick worked with us through his music mapping document ahead of time to get the right vibes for ceremony, cocktail hour, dinner, and dance floor. And he truly executed the vision! The dance floor was on fire, he was a fun MC throughout the night, and it was overall so seamless.
A ton of fun working with FreshTracks. Highly recommend!
Kiera M
5.0
Richard was the most amazing DJ and I cannot recommend him enough! He cared just as we did about making our day perfect. He made himself available for several planning sessions bef...
ore our wedding and had amazing suggestions on how to make the music fit our style. But even with all the planning, we had several last minute changes in the days leading up to the wedding (even the day of) that and he handled every twist and turn with enthusiasm and professionalism. Most importantly, he kept the party going all night long! I never left the dance floor. Thank you so much DJ Fresh Tracks!
Kenden B
5.0
Do you like music? Would you like to have the perfectly curated soundtrack for the greatest day of your life? Look no further than here and contact Rick Kunkel immediately.
I cou...
ld not recommend Rick any more strongly. He is so immensely talented at what he does as a DJ and he has a passion for his work. He brings his heart and soul into the entire process. He gets to know you as a couple and makes the process personalized to your exact tastes. Rick uses a "music mapping" document and shared playlists to absolutely nail the vibe of what you are looking for in your event from the pre-ceremony music to cocktail hour to dinner through the reception dance floor. He absolutely crushed it for us. The music was exactly what we wanted.
Beyond the music, Rick brings a great energy to your big day as a master of ceremonies and makes everyone feel welcome. He knows exactly when to raise the energy levels and when to keep things low key. He's also the ultimate hype man. We struggled with postponing our original date due to COVID and Rick's positivity and vision of how the day would be laid out kept us moving forward. I PROMISE you will not regret partnering with Rick on your big day. He's the ultimate pro.
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This couple will always be dear to my heart. We postponed, we persevered, it wasn't easy...
, we stayed true to the vision, we became friends in the process. They have rad taste in music. Their Dance FLOOR was rowdy right from the start. All TIME HYPE crowd with the disco ball to match. My honor to rock with you Kenden and Becky.
Lindsey L
5.0
Absolutely the best DJ ever. We had multiple vendors recommend Rick, and each said “he will get every single guest on the dance floor.” They were not wrong. Rick is so fun, easy-go...
ing, and kind. He works hard to ensure the music is what you want and understands how crucial it is for a wedding. He met with us multiple times to get a feel for what we wanted and provided great equipment day of. All of our guests loved him and went out of their way to tell us so. I cannot recommend Rick enough!
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I saved this set. I could play this one again and again! Classy crowd, elegant vibes all...
night and timeless banger tunes. True open format crowd, all the genre's, all the era's and FUN. Dan and Linds are FIRE.
alistair n
5.0
We hired FreshTracks for our July 31 wedding at Mammoth. It was raining so our top of the mountain got cancelled, but in our efforts to do it on the rooftop, Rick took his sound eq...
uipment up and down the stairs a few times. Dude is nothing but positivity and good vibes. The planning process was easy, he took us through a whole music plan, got to know our style, our wedding party, etc. He did an awesome job with the shoe game, which Rick introduced us to and was a huge hit at the reception. He had the dance floor hopping all night long, and not to be overlooked, his MC skills were on point. 10 out of 5 stars.
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Alistair and Courtney!
When he flipped her over his arm on the Grand Entrance, Epic.
Lit...
erally we ended up on plan C for their ceremony. Two valiant attempts were made at plan B on this stormy mountain day. We got soaked. Luckily I had a spare set of socks in my truck! BOSS. Musically we did some deep house cuts later in the night. The love in the room kept building, when we brought the night home w some Rufus everyone circled around Alistair and Courtney, not a soul on that dance floor was thinking about plan C. I will never forget that. So much love on that mountain.
Nicole Y
5.0
These reviews don't lie! Rick is the best DJ in Mammoth and his energy is off the charts! Rick made the entire process a breeze and always made himself available the entire time we...
worked together. I recently got married at Camp High Sierra and everyone at the wedding commented about how AMAZING DJ Rick is! My husband and I can't thank him enough!
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Nicole and Jesse,
Locals! Young and Full of energy, one of a kind ceremony location, gre...
at acoustics and layout at your venue that night. We PUMPED some Punk tunes! We had such similar taste in music right away during our meetings. We had a few of those serendipity moments during our planning process, like " Yup this song here and this song here" Our planning just fell into place. I knew we were meant to work together.
I adore this couple.
Virginia P
5.0
Rick is a best DJ around! We danced the night away! He completely reads the room. We had the best night with them, he is also completely professional and wonderful to work with.
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Virginia, Alex and I never met in real life prior to their wedding day.
We had some amazi...
ng phone meetings and I knew early on she was organized and needed a pro.
Her kind words her mean a lot.
"Completely reads the room" that's the art of the DJ right? What does that mean exactly? I find myself asking that question all the time.
Here's what I'm currently sure of you have to be PRESENT.
Completely present, a bit vulnerable, open to taking chances, you have to trust your instincts, your experience and preparation. From there you let the brush take the next stroke.
Virginia's spotlight list had some throwback Southern Rock tunes in it. There was a moment during dinner, she and her father were standing by the head table, I saw them, I was just feeling "Long cool Woman in black dress" from the spotlight list. I don't play that tune all that often.
Dropped it and IT Landed, Total moment she and her dad danced and smiled as if they were on their own dance floor rising out of the room. I may I have been the only one that even noticed that magical moment but I won't forget it.
Nicholas M
5.0
Rick brought so much fun loving energy to our wedding. His preppanning google document assisted us prior to the wedding and gave us the peace of mind to know what and when key mome...
nts were happening during our wedding day. All of our guests enjoyed themselves and had nothing but outstanding comments on Rick’s energy, awesome sound system, and his skills on the turntables! Love, Nick and Shelby
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THIS COUPLE IS A SMOKESHOW.
I was amped to work with them from day one. They were easy to...
talk with and laugh, laidback and fun. I had a feeling this would be one of the FLYEST weddings of the season. It was. Dope sexy venue, rad club sound and lighting, an intimate guest list under 80 people but everyone was there with love and celebration and DANCE on their mind. FLY couple Epic wedding day WOW. Take Me Back to this room anytime.
Adam L
5.0
Rick was born to be a DJ.
He was attentive and helpful when planning our wedding day and was willing to answer questions and provide guidance. I appreciated his method of pulling...
out our taste in music and determining what vibe we wanted at our wedding without too much work on our end. He was adept at providing creative boundaries and didn’t hesitate to provide constructive feedback. He perfectly walked the fine line between listening to our preferences and incorporating our distinct style while also knowing exactly what works best from his endless experience.
When working with Rick you quickly realize how much he genuinely loves music and knows how to use it to connect people. He intuitively knew exactly what to play and when to get everyone out on the dance floor to keep the party going. He is an artist at mixing songs and a true musical talent.
Rick also brings his own energy during the whole wedding. So many times I looked over to see him bonding with our guests or dancing and enjoying the evening with the rest of us. Once the event was over I can’t remember how many people came up to me and said “your DJ was fantastic, where did you find him!?”
My suggestion, hire Rick and let the man do his thing. He’s a pro.
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