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Darius Seddiqui
HEAD WEDDING DJ AND HAPPINESS OFFICER
Typically responds within 24h
AWARD WINNER (3X)
Thanks to recommendations from couples on The Knot
We serve All Washington and Reno/Lake Tahoe
DJs, photo booth, lighting! We have all resources to customize your wedding. I founded Groove on Hyde Street Wedding DJs to bring the utmost professionalism, skill and value to the couple's wedding day.
I am always honored to be selected to be the DJ/MC on one of the couple’s biggest days of their lives, and I strongly believe our role makes a large impact on the wedding experience. This is why I have invested in a streamline process to bring many solutions when it comes to creating ambiance, entertainment and overall flow. We can help with lighting, photo booth, yard games and other memorable add ons.
I have trained a small team of DJs who are super dedicated and excited to take part in the mission. We do an amazing job every time; mother’s love us, bridesmaids love us and most importantly the couples love us. Let’s talk and we promise we will be your best value and best vendor.
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- Darius SeddiquiHead wedding DJ and Happiness OfficerI come from a long career in customer service, financial services and entrepreneurship. I always searched for a meaningful career where I would best make an impact in people’s lives. I decided if I can be the best damn DJ for your ONE big day then I can die happy. I have done many events from organizing seminars, parties and DJing weddings since 2010. I take pride in delivering the highest quality service at a very good value. I always over deliver and provide the greatest value.
- Dwayne WilsonWedding DJSince 1997 DJ DW has been a presence in the California's urban music landscape either through his former record label "Massmen Records", his many hip hop production credits, or his exceptional DJ skills. Originally from Washington D.C. and son of Washington's first female DJ (DJ Special K of WKYS Radio), DW has been heavily influenced by music his entire life and reflects that in his selection and performances. DW spins Hip Hop, Dancehall/ Reggae, Old School Classics, Rock, Mash Ups and 80's. The diversity in the audience he performs for is a true reflection of the many genres he crosses in and out of. DW has performed in 26 of the 50 states and has played in Canada, France, London, and Germany. DJ DW is available in the San Francisco Bay Are
- Shawn WilliamsWedding DJWhat Shawn loves most about being a DJ is that it gives him the opportunity to share his love and passion for music. He truly believe music is the universal language for all and that it has the potential to bring all of us closer together. In addition to his passion and love for music, he brings over 15 years of professional experience combined with 15 years of live music performance and production experience, along with a diehard commitment to absolute client satisfaction. Shawn has a huge personality and heart and looks forward to the opportunity to work with you and bring color and joy to your special day. DJ Shawn serves only Seattle area
- DavidWedding DJDavid Hamid David was born in Afghanistan and grew up in the Bay Area and has been living in Kirkland with his wife and two sons since 2016. He is extremely passionate with his work in Engineering and taking family vacations. He loves hosting parties and bringing his music knowledge. He is not only very knowledgeable with all decades of music he specializes in international music (Persian, Arabic, Turkish, Bollywood, Latin, etc.)
- SethWedding DJA North Carolina native and enjoys the summers in Seattle with his wife and newborn, while it is hot and muggy back home. Seth works freelance teaching and producing videos, he is a professional MC and DJ for corporate and wedding parties, with over ten years of experience and over 500 completed events. Seth enjoys… and if you are looking for a professional that over communicates and will bring white glove services to your event Seth is your guy
- BlakeWedding DJHe is young and on a mission to follow his passion. He is the host of the Seattle based podcast "NAST Podcast". Since the creation of the show 4 years ago, he has highlighted over 300 artists, creatives and business owners across the world as well as in local Seattle. Community is a very important aspect in Blake's life. He strives to connect people through art. DJ'ing has become another way for him to share with audiences and support artists. Blake is a Seattle native and proudly shows his skyline tattoo. If you are looking for a friendly, spunky and hip DJ for your wedding he is your guy.
- ArtemWedding DJArtem is our analytical ands calculated DJ. He knows how to have fun and will do it with precision. He loves to study and learn music and the art of people and celebrations. He comes from the far away land of Moldova, the country where they have a national wine day. He grew up all of Washington and graduated from U of W with a degree in history. Artem hiked for weeks on end through the entire state and is up for challenges all the time, this is why he is passionate to DJ and MC your big day and be the best DJ and vendor you would ever work with.
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Reviewers had overwhelmingly positive experiences with the DJs from Groove on Hyde Street for their weddings. Darius, Shawn, DJ David, and other team members were commended for their professionalism, communication, and exceptional services. Multiple reviewers highlighted the seamless coordination, diverse music selection, and ability to adapt to changes during the events. The DJs were praised for creating a fun and engaging atmosphere, actively engaging with guests, and ensuring a memorable and enjoyable experience. Additionally, the company's photo booth service was a hit at the weddings, adding extra entertainment value. Overall, reviewers highly recommended Groove on Hyde Street for weddings and special events.- Top reviews
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Wilson D
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5.0
4/28/2024
Wow! I have no words to describe Darius!
Man is a literal legend! I found him in January for our wedding lined up on April 20th 2024. I found him on the knot vendor list and I just went for him and he turned out be just too good! Like amazing!
Details for my strong words up there:
He is great with coordination via text or email and sets up an application that is easy to use and has song suggestions for the main dances and recommendations. So, easy peasy once that Is filled up and he works with you to fill it up if it gets overwhelming (as there can be many main songs, if you are planning a wedding you know) this was his service leading up ti the wedding. He also has plethora of packages and ideas to make the big day special!
So, this is what happened at our wedding and this is how Darius came through for us and quite literally saved our day! We lost all power at the venue 30 minutes before the ceremony! Is it even a wedding if crisis doesn’t strike? Haha! Darius straight got into problem solving mode, hooked up his 4 runner to his system so that the wedding ceremony takes place! No whining, no complaining, straight problem solving and tackling! Just to give you a gist of the venue, it’s was an expensive one and we had over 150 guests but the venue had no generator (Woe still blown away by that)!
He and the other vendors then worked with our family to get generators and actually get the wedding party started, mind you on time!!! We danced the night away and no glitches in sound at all and he also did so great MCing. Great!
Now, more details on the type of wedding, it was interracial marriage (American/Indian) we had a 50/50 split guest list but he did so darn well getting the music mixed and playing all the right songs that everyone was on the dance floor dancing to Country (even line dancing), to Bollywood, to Punjabi, to Rap to 80’s disco.
To sum it all, go for him, he service any type/race of clientele… also just an amazing man, amazing service and very highly skilled!
Vendor response 04/29/2024
Thank you Wilson and Hannah for being an amazing couple and genuinely enjoying your Big da...
y no matter the circumstances. That's the point of a wedding to be present and focusing on your loved ones and embracing the moment. One of my favorite weddings! Best wishes
Julianna H
5.0
1/23/2025
Darius did an amazing job! Our first dance was 1.5 minute of different sections of a 4-minute song that I spliced together, but Darius was able to make it seamless. The app he uses allows you to add songs directly from Spotify so we just made a playlist of about 30 songs and Darius was able to match the vibe with other songs. I had people complementing me all night that the music was great!
Any questions?
Ruby H
5.0
11/18/2024
We had a very non-traditional wedding and our dj helped us out the whole way through. The app used to select songs and see the timeline was very user friendly and easy to edit. Our dj also checked in with us throughout the wedding, couldn’t recommend enough!
Vendor response 11/19/2024
Thank you so much Ruby! It was great to work with you
Maia S
5.0
10/28/2024
We were so happy we went with this company! We did a ton of research and interviewed a lot of DJ's before picking this company. They were really quite amazing, Darius was very professional and was very organized. Wedding planning is A LOT and he made every part of this process very easy for us. The app they use is very organized and made picking songs and understanding the order in which the night will go really effortless. All of our guests were on the dance floor ( that was something I was worried about) because they did such a great job. A couple weeks before the wedding Darius called us to make sure everything in the app was filled out and checked to see if we had any questions. He made me feel like I didn't need to think about or worry about anything. Everything was perfect and I HIGHLY recommend them. Oh and get the photo booth! It was a huge hit and everyone loved it!
Vendor response 10/28/2024
Thank you so much for the kind words Maia. We do our best every time to make sure your ce...
lebration runs smoothly and provide great entertainment. I am so glad you added the photo booth, your guests really enjoyed it
Camryn P
5.0
10/23/2024
My friend used this company for their wedding and worked out great! DJ Art was awesome!
Vendor response 10/25/2024
Thank you Camryn, we look forward to being part of your big day next summer.
Emma B
4.0
10/22/2024
We worked with Darius from Groove on Hyde Street. After we signed the contract there was no communication from him until we reached out the week before the wedding. He agreed to meet with us 48 hours before the wedding via phone call to review the music questionnaire we were given. We were not confident leaving that call that Darius was the right choice for us.
The microphones did not work during the ceremony so most of our vows were not heard by the guests but that’s not the worst thing to happen at a wedding.
That being said the music on the dance floor was fantastic and he really seemed to get our vibe. The guests were dancing all night and raving about how great he was.
Vendor response 10/22/2024
Thank you for the feedback, Emma, and we are very pleased you were all thrilled with the m...
usic and vibe. As a wedding DJ leading up to the dance party is as important if not more. We always plan to have a confidence call 1 week prior to the wedding to go over your songs and timeline in our planning app - sorry it was a slow start.
With over 1000 events we have never had an issue with mics - unfortunately there was a last minute tech difficulty due to the frequencies on the lake. Of course your wedding is the most important day and it is our job to anticipate, we are very sorry it didn't go as well as it should have.
We are so glad the weather turned out great rather than the expected rain and were able to dance on the deck and the uplights looked really nice. I am glad guests were"raving" on the music. Again thank you for hiring me, it is always an honor to DJ/MC the big day
Regina R
5.0
9/10/2024
Shawn was phenomenal. His phone call before the wedding was quick and informative and then he showed on time and got to work. He created a wonderful atmosphere for our ceremony and reception and coordinated well with my wedding coordinator so I wasn't bothered all day about small things. He also was very adaptive. We ended up not doing the cake cutting or bouquet toss etc and he was like yep sounds good! Overall I would highly recommend Shawn and his company.
Megan H
4.0
8/27/2024
Our conversation on the phone were all great! We rented up lighting and I felt like we didn’t even notice it on our wedding day we were caught up in all the moments. Other than that everything was great! Very nice and respectful vendor!
Amber B
5.0
8/22/2024
Groove on Hyde Street was recommended by our wedding coordinator. Darius responded to our inquiry with lightning speed and was great about reviewing our options during the scheduled consult. DJ David met with us virtually before the wedding to review our preference sheet and ask clarifying questions. The wedding day ran smoothing and was exactly what we wanted - thank you David!
Vendor response 08/22/2024
Thank you si much. We take pride in making your day run smooth and enjoyable!
Kamira N
5.0
8/13/2024
Darius and James were absolutely amazing! They were so kind and FUN. They made our special day one to remember and made sure we enjoyed every second of it. They also took a lot of stress off our shoulders. I couldn't recommend them highly enough. Not only were they amazing and the music and photo booth photos turned out amazing, but the pricing was the best by far compared to other companies that you could not bundle multiple services with.
Thank you so much Darius and James!
Vendor response 08/16/2024
We are so happy we helped make your day amazing. You are such an amazing and fun group of...
friends!
jon g
5.0
7/26/2024
Great night! Darius really delivered a fun evening of music from cocktails and dinner to late night dancing
Vendor response 08/16/2024
Thank you for the review we really had a great time with your family and friends
Glass S
5.0
7/25/2024
David H from Groove on Hyde Street was such a pleasure to work with. The music set list was great throughout the event and put you in a feel-good mood. David was very flexible the day of the wedding working with adjustments in the moment. I noticed he went above and beyond when I saw him communicating with the photography and videography team to ensure we were all on the same page and that we were providing the best experience for the couple. David was such a wonderful DJ to work with, I can only hope we work together again in the future.
Vendor response 07/25/2024
Thank you we love working with your team
Rhiannon O
5.0
7/07/2024
We worked with them recently as their micro Day of Coordination team. They were very nice, quick to respond via email (COMMUNICATION is BIG in our book), incredibly fast setting up, and calm under pressure. There were some major issues day of, and they didn’t once complain. They were just asking “ How can I help?” or “How can we adjust?” “Do you need us to stall for like 20 minutes?” We have never worked with the team from Groove on Hyde Street before and we so pleasantly surprised by the level of professionalism that they have. Our couple had DJ David H. He not only went above and beyond to find Ukrainian/ Polish/ current non English world music for the couple- he confidently mixed it into rotation. The sound was solid for speeches, amped up at the correct moments, guests of all ages enjoyed themselves and our team was very impressed. Kept our 32 guest micro wedding on the dance floor for hours. 10 out of 10 will refer DJ David H. and the incredible team at Groove on Hyde Street to any of our couples.
Ciara C
5.0
7/03/2024
ABSOLUTELY STELLAR EXPERIENCE!! Darius was not only an incredible DJ, who worked seamlessly with our other vendors on timing and putting together an awesome set that had folks dancing all night! I wasn’t a bridezilla by any means, but definitely anxious about putting a list of songs together that we loved. Darius immediately put our minds at ease, asked us to send over a few and that he’d use that list to create a great lineup. We also rented a photobooth and outdoor games from Darius. The photobooth was a HUGE hit. My only regret is not writing this review sooner. Thanks to Darius, photos I thought I had lost were recovered by him nearly 2 years later, I’m grateful and couldn’t recommend him enough!
Emma S
5.0
6/20/2024
Shawn was amazing! He checked in with us throughout the night to see if there was anything that needed to be adjusted. We had some things change at the last minute, he did great going with the flow of everything. Our food vendor loved how well he did dismissing tables one by one to make sure no one was waiting in line for food. Would highly recommend to anyone looking for an event DJ!
Jordan M
5.0
6/19/2024
The team was great! The photobooth service was really easy to manage and their team was just really easy to work with!
Chris C
5.0
5/11/2024
Darius was an AMAZING DJ for our wedding! We had a unique layout with the ceremony and reception rooms, but Darius navigated it flawlessly. He also took our eclectic music taste and spun it into pure dance floor gold! His transitions were smooth, and he kept the energy high all night. He even cued the music perfectly for the songs that were special for us that we were hoping to hear (songs from our first date!). Darius is a joy to work with and will make your wedding unforgettable. If you're looking for a wedding DJ who will keep your party going strong, Darius is the best!
Vendor response 05/12/2024
Thank you for doing your destination wedding from Chicago to the cliff of Salish Falls in ...
Washington! I am glad your family and friends got an amazing experience.
Jeffrey C
5.0
5/06/2024
Dwayne was our DJ/emcee for our wedding banquet out in the Bay Area, CA. He responded promptly to messages and requests for phone meetings leading up to our big day. Dwayne also mentioned scouting our venue, prior to our wedding day, to ensure there would be no issues with his equipment. On the day of our banquet, Dwayne was professional and on schedule with announcements, and played music requested with good song transitions. We also received good feedback from our guests. Would recommend if you need a DJ/emcee for your wedding. Thanks Dwayne/ Darius and Groove on Hyde Street!
Asad N
5.0
12/11/2023
I was very satisfied with the service provided.
Khatra L
5.0
11/06/2023
I could not recommend David more. He was an exceptional DJ for our event by preparing and meeting us prior to our event. He wanted to ensure that he provided the correct style of music and experience for our guests. I highly recommend him for your event!
Natalie M
5.0
10/26/2023
Blake was excellent to work with. He was punctual and very professional. Also great DJ! Would totally hire him again
Alicia T
5.0
10/26/2023
DW has DJ'd events for my family for many years. He has done 2 Anniversary parties, a birthday party, and a wedding reception. Always a top-notch professional and keeps the party going.
Vendor response 10/26/2023
Thank you Meghan, we love Napa weddings! Thank you for having us. We wish you and the fami...
ly the best in 2024
Mark F
5.0
10/26/2023
Honestly a great DJ and Photobooth was awesome! Easy to work with and played all the songs we wanted! This was a Deaf Wedding and was able to help us figure out how to get captions on a screen for my now husband and our friends to follow along with the music and what was being played! I would highly recommend!!! Thank you so much for making our special day feel amazing!!! You are a rockstar!!!
- Mark and Lucas
Alyssa W
5.0
10/25/2023
Groove on Hyde Street made our wedding a night to remember. From the first beat to the last dance, they had everyone on their feet and grooving. The DJ's skill in curating the perfect playlist for our diverse crowd was remarkable. They seamlessly blended different music genres, creating an atmosphere that catered to all our guests' tastes.
What truly set them apart was their attention to detail. The lighting and sound setup transformed our venue into a captivating space, and the music flowed flawlessly. It was evident that they put a lot of effort into customizing the experience to match our personalities and preferences.
The DJ not only played music but also acted as an engaging host, guiding the evening with grace and energy. Their ability to adapt to the mood of the crowd was impressive, ensuring that the dance floor was never empty.
Groove on Hyde Street added an extra layer of magic to our wedding. They are a team of true professionals who genuinely care about making your special day extraordinary. We highly recommend them for their outstanding service and unforgettable performances.
Carri M
5.0
10/24/2023
Darius has been great to work with over the past several months at our building's social hour - karaoke edition. We really enjoy the energy he brings, and he ensures that people feel comfortable to grab a microphone and sing with a group or solo. Our tenants have a fantastic time, and I would highly recommend Yodeling Fox Entertainment for your next event.
Vendor response 10/25/2023
Thank you Carri, It is fun to start a karaoke company alongside weddings. I am hoping to ...
offer a karaoke offer for some brides ad grooms who want to add it to their wedding
Weiwei S
2.0
10/23/2023
We got married this September and worked with Groove on Hyde Street to be our wedding DJ. We thought that we were working with a professional but who we got instead was DJ Shawn.
We filled out an app with all of our preferred music for the different sections like the ceremony, dance floor, and reception. My mother had a song that is very special to her that we wanted to play for her grand entrance, so we included that with notes in the app.
We had a phone call with the DJ to go over the schedule for each section and it seemed like he was on board. There was a shoe game we wanted to play and have the DJ host for us but they didn’t sound too confident so we ended up asking a friend instead (which went great!).
Reception entrance - it was a TOTAL MESS!!!
He completely skipped announcing my parents at all and went straight to the groom’s parents, playing my mom’s song! The song order was messed up, so he played the groom’s parents' song to introduce the groomsmen. After the groomsmen had already sat down, he introduced them AGAIN instead of the bridesmaids. For our entrance song we wanted it to start 2 minutes in (which I put in the note in the app), but he played from the beginning which is when I got frustrated. Why have us put all of this into the app if you aren’t going to read it at all!
We walked out with the song and just wanted to make it to our first dance, which we had practiced for several months to a version of ‘Dancing in the Moonlight’. We got up to the dance floor and he played a different version of the song and we froze. My husband asked him to replay it from the start and we decided to just dance the second-half, but it completely threw us off balance and ruined our first dance. All of our hard work for this moment was just thrown away.
During the rest of the night he was gone so often our friends didn’t see the DJ, leaving our playlist on autoplay. At this point we really wondered why we didn’t just bring our own speakers and play Spotify instead.
We never heard any apologies, maybe they think that is normal.
I would give 2 stars for Groove on Hyde Street, 2 stars for add-on services they provided. The fog machine and monogram were really nice, they personalized the venue and we both liked them a lot. If you are looking for a DJ to be present at your event, please look elsewhere.
Vendor response 10/25/2023
We take accuracy and attentiveness very seriously. DJ Shawn has always been reliable. Af...
ter discussing with him he mentioned he lined everyone up, but with so many songs and people to introduce he said the family and friends were not following the introductions per cue. We should have been vocal without rehearsal there could be risk with introducing so many people with different songs. The first dance song seems to be an error on Shawn's part, you did give us the correct version and we sincerely apologize. And we are sorry you feel Shawn was not around, we do make sure we are available for the couple and wedding planner and follow your timeline. We thank you for your trust and deeply sorry we did not meet expectation
Ashley C
5.0
10/09/2023
We booked Groove on Hyde Street in early 2023 for our September wedding and enjoyed the whole experience of working with them. The introduction meeting over the phone went well and was low pressure and setting up the app they use to track song choices, Vibo, was easy to use and a nice way to collect the songs from before the ceremony to the last song on the dance floor. Our DJ for the day of was Artem, he did a great job with everything, especially keeping the dance floor going the whole time with a variety of music that matched our taste. He was prompt and professional while still being fun. We’ve received so many comments after the wedding about how great our DJ was and we are so happy that we chose Groove on Hyde Street. Would highly recommend booking them for your wedding!
Vendor response 10/09/2023
Thank you Ashley. We are always trying to be the best vendor every couple books. We love...
weddings!
Alex T
5.0
10/08/2023
We hired David for our wedding and everyone had a ball! Fantastic music and the dance party lasted all night! He's a fantastic DJ and very professional, we'll definitely be using his services for all future events!
Vendor response 10/09/2023
Thank you Alex. Everyone loves DJ David
Emily C
5.0
10/08/2023
My friend was married this September and it was an absolutely perfect wedding! They hired Groove on Hyde street, who sent their DJ Artem out. Artem was a crowd favorite. He was playing hits all night long. There was not a moment that anyone wanted to leave the dance floor. There was a time when the groom thanked the DJ for being there and we all chanted his name because we were so thankful that he brought the party. As the MOH I saw that he was on time, set up quickly, and very attentive to the bride and grooms requests. 💒
Vendor response 10/08/2023
Thanks so much Emily, we can't wait to rock your wedding next!
Jami M
5.0
10/02/2023
I had the pleasure of working with Shawn for a wedding this past weekend. Not only was the pre-wedding communication great, but the day of the wedding was super smooth thanks to Shawn. As a planner I appreciate when DJs are flexible, come into the day prepared and are a good time - Shawn was all the above and I'll be recommending him to future couples!
Vendor response 10/09/2023
We can't wait to work with you again.
Sydney N
5.0
9/26/2023
We had a great experience with Hyde Group & Artem. They were very professional & flexible from start to finish. Our wedding was originally supposed to be outside but it started raining as soon as we were supposed to walk down the aisle.. Artem was very willing to work with us and moved his set up 2 times with no complaints. He played every song we asked for plus others that kept people dancing & having fun. The feedback from our guests was that we had the best dance floor/party of any wedding they’ve ever been to and we can attribute a lot of that to the DJ. Highly recommended working with them if you are in search of a wedding DJ!
Vendor response 09/26/2023
Thank you so much Sydney. We take pride in our flexibility, professionalism and talent. ...
Thank you for trusting us with your big day!
Madeline M
5.0
9/25/2023
Darius was awesome! We had a unique situation where we did not have a wedding planner. We had two different locations for the ceremony and reception. Darius was very professional and was able to set up everything great with a smooth transition from location to location. I also had specifics on the music I wanted played and he got it down to a T! Highly recommend this company :)
Vendor response 09/25/2023
Thank you Maddie. Everyone should get married on Whidbey Island, breath taking ceremony ov...
erlooking the water, mountains and sandy beach. Thank you for having me!
Stas L
5.0
9/22/2023
We had the pleasure of having Dwayne as the DJ at our wedding in Santa Cruz, CA, and we couldn't have been happier with his exceptional talent and professionalism. From the moment we reached out to him, he displayed excellent communication skills and a genuine enthusiasm for making our special day memorable.
Dwayne understood our musical preferences well and seamlessly incorporated our favorite songs into the playlist. The transitions between songs were flawless, keeping the energy on the dance floor high throughout the entire evening. He skillfully read the crowd and adjusted the music accordingly, ensuring that everyone had a fantastic time.
Not only was Dwayne incredibly skilled at his craft, but he also went above and beyond to create a captivating atmosphere. His state-of-the-art equipment and lighting setup added a magical touch to the venue, transforming it into a vibrant and lively space that perfectly complemented the joyful atmosphere of the celebration.
Dwayne's professionalism and attention to detail were outstanding. He arrived well-prepared and set up his equipment efficiently, allowing us to focus on other aspects of the wedding without any worries. His warmth, kindness, friendly and approachable demeanor made him a pleasure to work with, and he effortlessly blended in with the guests, ensuring everyone felt comfortable and engaged.
Our wedding day was truly unforgettable, and we owe a great deal of that to Dwayne. We wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone seeking a talented and personable DJ who will elevate their event to the next level. Thank you, Dwayne, for contributing to our magical day and creating memories that will last a lifetime!
Kelsey W
5.0
9/21/2023
We had a great experience working with David and Groove on Hyde Street at a mutual clients wedding. David had great communication and was extremely easy and fun to work with. His ability to read the room and play the right songs at the right times kept the wedding fun and exciting! We would love to work with David and the team again!
Vendor response 09/21/2023
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Anna J
3.0
9/19/2023
Our DJ was a nice addition to our wedding. Booking them for our date was easy. It was confusing though because their pricing in the website and what on different parts of our contract were different, so I had to make sure to clarify the cost. It also stated in our contract that they’d reach out to us before the wedding and I ended up having to reach out because they didn’t. Maybe because it was busy wedding season, but yeah. Also, we were under the impression that the person who had worked our venue would be working our wedding. When I contacted them before the wedding, they told us that was not the case which was a bit concerning. But, it ended up working out fine. The DJ played all the songs we wanted them to and almost all of our songs went well. Our father daughter dance didn’t go too well since they played the beginning of the YouTube link instead of going to where the song started. But, small detail and overall was great. Definitely helped the flow of the evening go better than if we had done it ourselves. The DJ had all of their equipment and did a good job keeping everyone on the dance floor!
Vendor response 09/20/2023
Thank you for the kind words and feedback, Anna. Thank you for realizing the DJ brings mu...
ch needed flow from ceremony to the last dance, it is not a passive job. Sorry about the typo on the contract and also not reaching out 2 weeks prior to the wedding as July is super busy. Rest assure we treat every wedding like the super bowl, and focus on each wedding one at a time, this is why we guarantee smooth transitions with your timeline throughout the wedding with deliberate MC announcements and introductions. On rare occasions we will fall short on a detail, but we keep the party moving and help make it a day you will not forget. Best wishes to you both and thank you for trusting us with your big day.
Dmitriy L
5.0
9/19/2023
This wedding DJ delivered an exceptional performance that left us in awe. His ability to read the crowd, seamless transitions, and engaging presence created an unforgettable atmosphere. His professionalism and attention to detail made the planning process stress-free. We highly recommend this DJ for an incredible wedding celebration. Thank you for making our night magical!
Bobby P
4.0
9/18/2023
Groove on Hyde Street did an excellent job as DJ/MC at our Wedding. DJ's arrived on time and everything went per schedule. Audio during the ceremony was perfect and the sound system for music was loud and clear. Highly recommend this DJ for your event.
Vendor response 09/20/2023
Thank you Bobby, your guest are very punctually and love to have a good time. I love work...
ing at Maplehurst Farms. Best wishes to you both!
Eric F
5.0
9/05/2023
Darius was great! We gave him some songs to give him an idea of what kind of vibe we wanted for our reception and he took it from there. He read the crowd very well and understood when to switch genres if needed. Our wedding ceremony and reception were at different locations and he made sure to be set up at both with plenty of time. Thanks for making our wedding so much fun!
Brandon S
5.0
8/28/2023
Darius the owner was super easy to deal with, communicated well, and listed to our ideas. Honestly I was kind of a pain in the a** to deal with as I had a million questions but he was patient and understanding. The DJ did a tremendous job, was dressed nice, set up a really good sounding system, was punctual, and made the party a blast. Overall I'm very pleased and will be using their services again in the future.
Vendor response 09/05/2023
You were a joy to work with Brandon. It is my job to answer many questions and glad I was...
able to bring clarity to your big day
Billy M
2.0
8/13/2023
Darius’s set up was fine. The issue was when asked about playing the music we spent time hand picking he claimed the lack of WIFI at the venue was the reason he could not play it. This was honestly very upsetting but we tried not to let it ruin our day. He also played the artist that was on our DO NOT PLAY list. I wouldn’t recommend Darius if you want to hear the music you choose for your big day.
Vendor response 08/14/2023
It breaks our heart we fell short of expectations and we do our best each time to over del...
iver. I am so sorry to hear your disappointment with the dinner "ambient background" music. Of course I will play music the couple wants. I ALWAYS download the ceremony songs, special dances and must plays to be independent from Wifi. In this case playing a YouTube playlist I would have to rely on Wifi or cell service. I am sorry this warranted a 2 star rating but I respect your feelings
I am pleased we had a 2 hour solid packed dance floor in which I played your top 15 songs amongst other hits. I am glad we had a perfect ceremony, announcements, releasing over 20 tables for the buffet line, 20 uplights, lit up DJ booth, yard games, extra speakers for the room.
Luckily we are all grateful the weather was amazing with the clear backdrop of Rainier for the ceremony, 200 happy friends and family made it. Lots to be proud of. I genuinely really hope you are happy with the wedding because it was honestly a wonderful and beautiful wedding and your pictures and video will remind you of that years down the road. I wish you and Nikki many more happy milestones to come.
JT S
5.0
8/13/2023
Dear Darius, we are so happy to have found you for our wedding DJ services, & are eternally grateful to you for sending DJ Seth Felder our way for our wedding last month.
We really enjoyed meeting you during our preliminary phone call, &
we subsequently knew from our conversations with Seth that we would be in great hands: he was attentive to our needs, listened actively to us, made helpful suggestions, & was prompt with promised follow-throughs.
From beginning to end, Seth was absolutely pivotal in making our wedding a stress-free success.
He has a beautiful, serene presence, & made sure our wedding stayed on schedule with timing & announcements to the guests.
And when it was time to dance, he created an amazing, beautiful mix that got everyone up and dancing (even those loved ones who had pronounced beforehand that they just don’t dance!)
In short, Seth’s amazing presence & talents allowed us to truly enjoy every moment of our special day.
Much gratitude to both of you for all you do.
Vendor response 08/14/2023
Thank you JT and Charles, we understand it is your big day and we truly do our best to mee...
t expectations and it is always amazing to hear we exceeded them. We wish you two the best and many more milestones to come!
Dean W
5.0
8/09/2023
Shawn was our DJ, and we can't speak highly enough of him. He meet every expectation and helped to guide our guests through the event perfectly. He was very adaptable to the needs of our venue, which had the ceremony, dinner, and dance floor in different spaces.
Shawn was extremely professional and listened to our needs. He was there to make our planning and day easier, and certainly succeeded at that.
Shawn read the vibe of the guests very well and put great music together for the different parts of the night, and then finished it off with a great dance party.
Vendor response 08/09/2023
Thank you so much Dean, we are always so happy when we help make the Big day memorable! We...
are lucky to have Shawn and if Washington couples knew how awesome he truly is he would be booked 5 years out. So thank you for spreading the word! Best wishes to you both
Lauren A
5.0
8/03/2023
We booked Groove on Hyde Street for our wedding in July of 2023 at Craven Farm and are so happy we did!! We started out working with Darius, who then connected us with DJ Shawn, who was our DJ and MC at the wedding.
Darius and Shawn had a great flow sheet for us to fill out with our timeline, must play songs and must not play songs, as well as other details for the run of show (including names of people giving toasts, genre preferences, cocktail hour and ceremony music - EVERYTHING). Shawn was SO receptive to our flowsheet, he was accommodating and super pleasant in our prep meetings, and we knew from the beginning that he was going to be a great fit for us.
The day and night went exactly as it was supposed to - thanks to Shawn! He was fun, funny, energetic, and once we were on the dance floor, we barely left! Thank you to Groove on Hyde Street and Shawn for making our special day so much fun!
Vendor response 08/04/2023
Thank you so much. We strive to bring the greatest impact to your wedding and your feedba...
ck is so encouraging. Thank you for your trust and best wishes to you both!
Sophia C
5.0
7/14/2023
Working with Darius was an absolute pleasure. He effortlessly managed to create an exciting atmosphere and kept our guests engaged throughout the entire reception. His exceptional directing skills ensured a smooth flow of events, and he went above and beyond to make our guests feel energized and involved.
Vendor response 07/14/2023
Thank you so much Sophia. It was a lovely event and the guests were so friendly. I reall...
y appreciate you having me and best wishes to you both.
Stacey J
5.0
6/29/2023
Thank you @grooveonhyde_dj for helping us create the perfect storybook wedding for Katie and Tyler!
The music was fantastic from procession to last dance and everyone had so much fun dancing the night away! The whole wedding went off without a hitch!
The photo booth was so fun and the pictures will be a wonderful reminder of what a joyful, happy day we created for our family & friends!
The whole thing exceeded our expectations and we cannot thank you enough for helping us with the flow of the day and making it all so perfect!
We hope we can use you again for another event in the near future! You were amazing!!
Vendor response 06/29/2023
Thank you! Such wonderful family and friends and perfect wedding venue and weather. Coul...
dn't be better! It is always an honor to be part of the experience and memories
Jami K
5.0
4/25/2023
Darius was the ultimate professional to work with! He worked attentively with the bride and groom leading up to the wedding to understand what they wanted their celebration to feel like. He achieved that seamlessly. He read the crowd and kept the dance floor filled the entire evening with his music choices. It was a party, and there is no question how important it is to have the right DJ to create that atmosphere. Darius is THAT DJ! He worked thoughtfully behind the scenes, before, during and after the wedding (we used his photobooth service as well, and he sent all of the photos taken throughout the night to us digitally), keeping the focus right where it should be - on the bride and groom!
Vendor response 04/25/2023
Wow thank you so much for the thoughtful feedback. It is always an honor to be selected f...
or the big day. Thank you for hiring me and congratulations to the newlyweds with many more milestones to come.
Chelsea H
5.0
12/23/2022
We were looking for a DJ that could play a good mix of American and Bollywood music. DJ David was everything we could have asked for and more. We were very impressed with the whole process, as well as the professionalism and care that Darius and David both gave to making sure we got the experience we wanted. After an initial call with Darius, he matched us with David who is familiar with Bollywood. David met with us multiple times to make sure we were all on the same page about what we envisioned for our day. The whole wedding went very smoothly, and we were very impressed with David's flexibility and ability to get everyone dancing. We highly recommend Groove on Hyde Street!
Vendor response 12/24/2022
Thank you it is such a pleasure to help create an amazing experience, We know it is your ...
one and only day and take pride in helping make it memorable. Thanks you for your trust and nice words. Many more milestones to come.
Cayne B
5.0
11/02/2022
Darius was just awesome. Completely professional, and knows how to entertain. He helped make our wedding just perfect.
-JenniferandCayne
Vendor response 11/02/2022
Thank you! Couples like you make this the best job in the world and it is always a pleasur...
e to be party of a beautiful milestone
Obinna C
5.0
10/29/2022
Dwayne was amazing. He took the time to understand every aspect of what we expected of him and delivered every way imaginable. Highly recommend.
Vendor response 10/29/2022
Thank you so much for trusting us with your big day, it is always an honor. Multicultural ...
weddings are always so much fun
Bailey S
5.0
10/19/2022
Darius was an AMAZING DJ! Was really good at feeling the vibe of the room and keeping energy high, while also throwing in a few classic moments. Very easy to work with and had great suggestions. I wouldn't change anything about our experience!
Vendor response 10/19/2022
After 50 weddings this year yours was one of the most memorable. Please accept my greates...
t gratitude for working with couples like you. I truly wish you and Mic many more amazing milestones to come!
Marci M
5.0
10/10/2022
Our sister had them Dj for her wedding in July and we had all good things to say! We’re looking forward to having them Dj for our wedding in November:) would definitely recommend!
Kayla P
5.0
9/07/2022
We highly recommend working with Darius and his team for your wedding!! Everything went perfectly with David as our DJ of the evening, playing a perfect mix of music for both our families. Both Darius and David were awesome in their communication and availability for questions/concerns. Don’t hesitate to book this awesome company!!
Vendor response 09/07/2022
It is always an honor to DJ and MC the big day, thank you for your trust in us
Erin W
5.0
9/05/2022
We cannot say enough amazing things about Shawn!! From the moment we met him, my husband and I knew this would be an awesome partnership. Shawn was so kind and quick to accept our music requests. We wanted to start out with family friendly “classic” wedding music and then transition into true club music with lots of fading between songs. We were blown away with how he completely understood the assignment!! He really has a passion for music and DJing and we were lucky to have him at our rave in the woods.
We had a fairly spread out venue with our ceremony, cocktail, dinner, and dance floor all in different places. I was really concerned with how Shawn would navigate this but he was so professional and easy and ended up setting up his equipment in two different spots!! It was perfect and really was such a relief.
Not only was Shawn professional and talented, but he was also such a fun guy to have around!! Our guests absolutely loved him. Literally they’re all still talking about “Sexy Shawn: dopest DJ in the PNW”
Our wedding reception was awesome and we really owe it to Shawn for giving 110% effort and throwing us a damn good party at an incredibly reasonable rate.
Definitely hire him (and Groove On Hyde). You won’t be disappointed!
Vendor response 09/06/2022
Amazing thank you so much, of course it is our pleasure to rock your party! We can't go w...
rong with a great couple and a great venue. We wish you both the best and many more milestones to come
Katie G
5.0
9/01/2022
DJ David was amazing to work with! As a planner, it is incredibly important to have good communication throughout the evening since times are constantly changing from the timeline. Not only was him communication great, but David was very easy to work with and is great with any last minute changes we needed to make on the fly.
Guests LOVED him since he was always accommodating them with constantly song requests!
Vendor response 09/01/2022
Thank you Katie, it is always great working with your team at Town and Country Wedding Pla...
nners
Grace J
5.0
8/16/2022
Darius was amazing! He had everything organized, kept us on track, and we loved the song selections throughout the evening. A lot of our guests commented on how good of a DJ we had!
Dale M
5.0
7/07/2022
We are a DJ company named Puget Sounds and Darius assisted us at a wedding this past weekend. Our Bride and Groom requested more uplighting than what we have, so Darius brought uplighting and set them up. The Bride and Groom were also event planners, so their expectations were high. They loved the uplighting and also the new addition to our DJ booth (the white facade with uplighting). I can’t say enough about how organized, professional, and enthusiastic Darius is as a DJ. I would highly recommend him for any event and trust that any of our clients would be in good hands with him as their DJ.
Danielle M
5.0
6/30/2022
As a Wedding Coordinator, I had the pleasure to work alongside Darius on June 24th. He has a fantastic attitude, is very professional, efficient, and fun to work with!
Throughout the evening there were a few minor changes made, and I was very pleased with how quickly he adapted without hesitation and made things so easy. Darius exceeded the couples expectations and created such a fun filled evening, getting everyone up and moving!
I HIGHLY recommend Darius as your official DJ & MC!
Vendor response 07/01/2022
Thank you Danielle I hope to work with you again soon!
Sally H
5.0
6/27/2022
Darius was so great to work with and gave us exactly what we wanted!! The party was incredible and he played the perfect mix of songs!
Vendor response 06/27/2022
Thank you so much Sally and Ryan. The secret is out, you got to have your wedding at the ...
perfect setting. It was a magnificent backdrop, weather and guests. It is what all weddings should be : )
Ruvim A
5.0
4/13/2022
Darius was a fantastic choice for our wedding. We had a 2 cultures coming together and were worried about everyone being happy with how it turned out. The planning process with him was extremely easy and stress-free.
Darius truly made it a night to remember. The music was fantastic, uplighting made for a cozy ambiance. Darius also provided us with sparklers for a grand, photo exit.
It was truly a perfect night and Darius was a major part of making our wedding exaclty what we wanted it to be.
Vendor response 04/13/2022
Such a great crowd, you all know how to party. Hope you got great photos with the sparkle...
rs. I highly recommend Russian food!
Daniela V
5.0
1/31/2022
Shawn was awesome! The music selection was spot on. The transitions were executed well. Plus he was quite personable! I’m still hearing from guests who are raving about my wedding reception. One of my guests, Tom, who is 80 years old said it was the best wedding he’s been to. You and Shawn may have seen him cutting up on the dance floor. Lol. I couldn’t have asked for a better DJ.
Sarah C
5.0
11/17/2021
Darius was easy to work with. Good initial conversations helped us narrow down what we were looking for in what music we would like played at our wedding. We had a few unique requests that were untraditional and he executed our vision perfectly. I loved that Darrius was the Master of Ceremonies and kept our timeline running smoothly. We even got rained on but that also did not deter his great services. Thank you!
Vendor response 11/17/2021
Thank you so much Sarah, you and your family have so much heart. I am grateful to be part ...
of it and help make it flow. No one slipped on the wet deck which is another thing to be grateful for : )
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