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Judah Press Entertainment is a team (family) of DJs who love what we do. For over 10 years, we have loved serving the vision of our brides and grooms; going the extra mile to make sure the most expensive party of your life is a night you will never want to forget. With over 300 events under our belt, we've grown, learned, and we've gained more friends and more stories. We're not your typical DJ, we believe it's our job to help you enjoy more & stress less. Our goal is to make sure you have an incredible experience you can share. We love creating custom vibes, genuine hosting, and creating an unforgettable experience you'll cherish forever. From the moment you call us you become our TOP priority and we do everything we can to make sure you always feel that way.
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Jesse was our DJ and we LOVED him. He is a really cool guy and very knowledgable about music. He took the time to get to know us and our music preferences. The music and lights were the perfect vibe for us and so many of our guests danced nonstop the ENTIRE night. After the wedding, our number one compliment was about DJ Jesse and how fun he made the evening.
I cannot say enough amazing things about the Judah Press Entertainment team. They were by far one of my favorite vendors that helped make our wedding day PERFECT! From the first day that I inquired about their DJ services, I knew that Jesse and his team were going to be so much fun! We had DJ Sam for our wedding in October 2021 and he was AMAZING. Our guests are still raving about how much fun our wedding was, and that's due to DJ Sam keeping the dance floor going throughout the entire night. We cannot recommend Judah Press Entertainment enough!!!
JPE did an AMAZING job!!! They were extremely professional and helped my visions of my wedding day come to life! Sam was our DJ and he communicated well, was personal and intentional with time, and just did a phenomenal job!
JPE is absolutely PHENOMENAL. We loved working with Jesse and feel so lucky to have had him as the DJ for our wedding!! JPE was professional, organized, thorough, flexible, and great with communication. But what stood out to us the most from the beginning was JPE's desire to create a custom experience for us, and genuinely get to know us. Questionnaires, discussions, and decisions over music and timeline were all incredibly helpful, and done in a way that was enjoyable and stress-free for us. Jesse took the time to truly get to know my husband and I - our love for each other, the people we love, the music we love, our values and joys and vision for our wedding day. So our wedding day was this brilliant collaboration of who my husband and I are, the raw talent of the DJs present, Jesse's unmatched ability to read the room and bring the party, and the absolute hype that ensued. We have been to so many weddings and seen the DJ make or break the dance floor, and our dance floor was PACKED from the first song until our exit. Our guests raved over how incredible our DJ was and how much fun they had dancing the night away! It felt like the biggest celebration ever and we had the. time. of. our. LIVES. JPE is worth every penny. They were the single best investment we made for our wedding and we would trust them a thousand times over as our DJ!
JPE is the BEST DJ Company I have ever experienced - thankfully it was my own wedding :) They have multiple experienced, fun, up-to-date on music, DJs that want to help make your day everything you want and more. Sam was our DJ and he met with Calvin and I in person to discuss everything. He got to know more about us, what we needed help with (ceremony, reception, special song choices, etc.), what our priorities were, etc. He also let us get to know him, tell us about his experience and vision. Sam played DJ'd during our ceremony, cocktail hour, reception, and all the special moments within. We also had light upgrades for our reception to add to the experience -- DO IT, it's worth it!! The process of collaborating on atmosphere music vs dance requests vs special moments on separate playlists was especially fun for me because I enjoy making playlists and love a variety of genres, artists, remixes...but I know that even if you're not THAT person, JPE DJ's will still hook you up with the best reception music you could ask for. They do not just go by a playlist, they use their professional expertise, read the room, mix and transition smoothly, etc. If you want a truly QUALITY DJ, they are worth the money and create a good relationship with you. Thanks again JPE and Sam!! -Heather and Calvin Wheeler
We loved working with Sam!! He did an amazing job of reading the room and really playing what the guests wanted. The additional lighting around the venue made it even more beautiful. We are so happy to have chosen them!
Making a big investment in a DJ for your wedding may seem a little scary. After all, anyone can just play some songs, right? But let me tell you, Jesse and Judah Press Entertainment were worth every penny! From setting the perfect vibe during cocktail hour and dinner, to being on point and fun as the MC for the evening, Jesse handled all the little details you don’t think about as much from a DJ. But of course, where Judah Press Entertainment really shined was during the reception. Jesse absolutely knows how to orchestrate a good time, and our wedding transformed into a total party. The song selections always hit the right notes, he kept the energy at the appropriate levels all night, and even hit the dance floor himself to join in on the fun.
We are so thankful we trusted Jesse and Judah Press Entertainment with our special day. They were total pros throughout the entire process and helped create for us a day that we’ll never forget.
I am so happy I chose Judah Press and DJ Sam for our wedding! From the first moment of planning, they were so helpful and personable. DJ Sam helped pick out the best songs for the reception and helped mix a song for the father/daughter first dance. He even helped out one of the groomsmen karaoke during the reception - which was a highlight of the night. I would recommend them to everyone!
Jesse and Judah Press put on a fabulous wedding for us. Long story short we planned and canceled a wedding for May 2020 and when we planned a new, much smaller, much more low key wedding for July 2020 they were the one thing we still had to have. Jesse was my choice as soon as I got engaged as I knew him from other work he had done. He has excellent taste in music, a contagiously vibrant personality, and a beautiful and Godly spirit. He worked incredibly hard with us and with our venue to put on a perfect ceremony and reception. He was a huge reason that everyone had a blast and we got a ton of compliments. Do yourself a favor and hire Judah Press!
Judah Press was the company we used to DJ our wedding and let me tell you, they did not disappoint. I absolutely could not have been more pleased with their professionalism, organization and communication. They did all of the sound/microphones for the musicians and our officiant and it went off without a hitch. At the reception, our DJ knew what he was doing and was able to read the room well and make it to where people wanted to get up and dance. Loved it!
Jesse did a fantastic job at my daughters wedding reception. He was professional and provided exactly what they wanted for special songs and entrance / exit, etc. He was respectful and a genuinely nice guy. The music was fantastic also- everyone had a wonderful time. Highly recommend!
Our DJ was Sam and let me tell y'all he was FANTASTIC! With our wedding being 8/22/20, my husband and I faced some planning roadblocks, but in the end, DJ Sam handled everything perfectly. The guests RAVED about the playlist he created! Sam helped our whole wedding go smoothly and when it came time to dancing, he got everyone hyped! I mean even people that we didn't think would be dancing on the dance floor were dancing! Not only did they provide excellent service, but they were so thoughtful from beginning to end. We're so thankful for our DJ and would definitely recommend Judah Press!!!
Judah Press ended up being the BEST. DJ Sam was so incredibly personable, kind, thoughtful, and easy to work with. He made all of our wedding party dreams come true and for that, I would recommend them time and time again. We had some difficulty communicating with them at the beginning, but also it was in the midst of a pandemic so there is a lot of grace there. JPE really helped create a reception that felt like us but also was so pleasing to the masses. He had fun remixes planned and also played my requested songs. He felt like part of the party but didn't make himself the star of the show. Sam rocks, JPE rocks, COVID doesn't rock but JPE helped make our day the best despite external factors. 10/10 would recommend.
Judah Press was fantastic!! From the beginning when we met with Jesse, he made us feel very comfortable, and he was so friendly and easy to work with. DJ Sam DJ'd our wedding and I don't have enough good things to say about him and how well he read the room and brought the party for our guests. He did an amazing job of keeping things rolling and was an incredible emcee. I had no worries about anything during the reception and was able to have the time of my life! If you are looking for the PERFECT wedding DJ company, don't go any further. You'd be hard Pressed (see what I did there) to find a better DJ service in the area.
Judah Press Entertainment is an AMAZING wedding vendor!!!! We had DJ Sam and he was so helpful, kind, and accommodating with our safety concerns. Having a wedding during COVID can be challenging, but Sam helped us with ease and kept the atmosphere alive to make sure our guests were having a great time dancing but still felt safe. I had a few personal details like playing a home video during my Father/Daughter dance and wanting my new husband to rap a Hamilton song, and Sam took our ideas and executed those so well. We felt so taken care of and will forever remember that day because of Sam.
I was so lucky to be able to have Judah Press Entertainment as my DJ for my wedding and I was BLOWN AWAY! They are wonderful and communication and listening to your requests. They did everything they could to make our day easy and enjoyable! DJ Sam did an amazing job at our wedding, and I could not have been more happy.
Judah Press is AMAZING! 100% recommend them. They are so thorough and really get to know you and your wedding vision. Sam did great!
Judah Press was fantastic! Our DJ responded quickly to all of our questions, was helpful with picking out songs and an easy/fun person to talk to! Everyone had a blast dancing at the reception and I can't think of a way it could have been better.
Judah Press made our best day even better! We loved working with them and DJ Sam in particular. They were the perfect compliment to our day and the music was literally perfect. Also this may sound like a little detail but their timing is impeccable. Like they hit the beat right at the perfect time. We recommend them to everyone!
Judah Press Entertainment was amazing to work with. We had a dry reception so I was a little worried very few people would dance but let me tell you, everyone danced and partied because of how great the music was. They are also so very affordable and budget friendly. I truly can't recommend them enough!
Judah Press Entertainment is hands down the absolute best group of DJs I’ve ever seen. They are nonstop fun. Every wedding we’ve ever seen them at, they basically took it to another level. They’ve done tons in our circle of friends. I’ve told their CEO multiple times that I only wish we could have gone back years ago and let them DJ our wedding. Multiple ones of their DJs have even come to work our seasonal events at my business and the response is the same - our attendees absolute adore them and it’s not the same when they are not there. They take the energy of the whole event to ANOTHER LEVEL. Seriously. True Pros at what they do. My wife and I couldn’t recommend them any higher and we are BIG FANS of all their guys. Choose them with confidence!!!
Judah Press is amazing!!! DJ Sam had an incredible awareness on how to read the energy in the room and got a great feel for what songs were working and it really made the reception a HUGE hit! To be honest from beginning to end the entire wedding was great. The ceremony went really smooth, transition was seamless, and like I said above the reception was a blast. I'd have DJ Sam, Jesse, or any of the Judah Press team MC any event I did. They are the real deal.
Judah Press is simply AMAZING!! DJ Sam was our DJ and he killed it! The music was fun and perfectly selected for the wedding party. Everyone was dancing! The tone of the night was just perfect. DJ Sam was so prepared and handled everything for us as we just enjoyed the evening! What a Memory!!!
Judah Press is unreal talented. Good listeners before the wedding and they really know how to pack out the dance floor after the wedding. I loved their musical choices and genuine interest in customizing the wedding music experience for their clients.
I was in a wedding that DJ Sam hosted. He stuck out to me because the wedding party had so much fun with him before the reception- it was almost like he was another groomsman! On top of that he was really professional, flexible and made a great host. I remember when the bride wanted to do a last minute surprise dance with her Mom, DJ Sam was quick to give great song suggestions and helped make it so fun and meaningful. The whole night was a blast!
My husband and used Judah Press 4+ years ago at our wedding and it was incredible. It was one of the best parties we've ever been to, before or after. To see their growth in recent years and everything they are doing now (even from a creative standpoint) is really really fun. DJ Sam, DJ Evan, DJ Michael, DJ Alvin, and the CEO Jesse (who DJ'd our wedding) - we've seen em all and thrown down with them all. They are the freakin best. When you hire JPE, you feel like you become part of the family. They become your friend who's cheering you on in your life, so it feels natural to cheer them on too. I absolutely LOVE listening to their new Spotify playlists they drop all the time and watching them recap all their fun moments from their current weddings on Insta. We could not recommend them faster. They will not only throw you the party of your life but they will do it in a professional and on point kind of way. It's the best of both worlds.
We used Judah Press to run sound for our ceremony + DJ our reception- it was EASILY the best decision we could have made for our wedding. Not only was Jesse a warm and fun host to our guests , he helped make the whole event run so smoothly! During our meeting prior to the wedding, he was so intentional about learning about our tastes and how he could help make our day a one- of- a- kind experience! 3 years later, and we still get compliments on how fun the dance party was! We can't thank you enough!
Judah Press Entertainment was worth every penny when we brought them to run our Ceremonial Sound, Cocktail Hour, and throw us the dance party of our lives!!! Everything flowed so smoothly. They are just really fun and love to get everyone up and dancing without it "being about the DJ". No egos, just super fun. Never corny and they don't have to force moments. They somehow just work the room. The Reception was amazing and on top of that they played all of our favorites and none of the ones we didn't want to hear. Easy to work with and incredibly fun, it was obvious they loved what they were doing. And they loved us the entire time through. DJ Sam & DJ Jesse have long been our favorites in the scene and we basically tell everyone we know to hire them. They are worth it and are wonderful to work with. If you ever get the chance to see them live, you'll totally get what we mean. Can't think them enough for one of the best memories of our lives!
Working with Jesse was seamless and wonderful. He takes the time to get to know his clients and goes above and beyond. With Judah Press Entertainment (JPE), you'll have a hype party (and HYPE it will be), an emcee (who does a great job hosting the party), all audio handled across the board, streamlined coordination with your vendors, and more. If you hire JPE, you don't need to worry about the flow of your wedding.
Don't just take my word for it—once you talk with Jesse for the first time, you'll quickly realize there's simply no other option!
Judah Press Entertainment has been the #1 choice for DJs for the past 5 years for any of my friends and family. If they show up, we all just kind of look around and know that THE PARTY IS ON. I leave the weddings they serve basically drenched in sweat. But even my friends who aren't big "dancers" have an amazing time in these moments because they are so fun and genuine instead of lame and corny like what I thought wedding DJs would be like. They help everyone have a good time. It's the thing I think they are best at. I also think they are very trustworthy. Some (many) DJs are not so much in my experience. But Judah Press DJs have earned my trust and respect by the way that they treat their clients and host their events. Think classy but high-energy fun. When I get married, it won't even be a question who I call (and I've told them this in person LOL) and they better be available!!
The best DJs I've ever seen!! They have absolutely crushed multiple weddings in our community and have become *MUST HAVE* vendors to everyone in my world. HIRE IMMEDIATELY!!!
DJ Sam, DJ Jesse, and DJ Evan are always top notch when I've seen them at events this year. These guys take care of everything and are playing all kinds of awesome music, across lots of different genres. Also (very important), they are never cheesy or corny (my biggest fear with DJs) and are such great hosts. At every event where they are vendors, people of all ages are up on the floor dancing the night away. Every time. They look like they really enjoy their jobs and it's hard to fake that. They are just genuine and fun while also professional on the mic. Their experience shows in the way that they manage every single moment, and my friends (usually the brides) say that they have become like friends to them by the time the wedding gets here - just great guys. Guys you'd want to hang out with in your real life who just happen to be awesome DJs.
Basically, our whole friend squad loves these fellas and I hope they DJ every wedding I'm ever at for the rest of my days haha
IT'S A PARTY, IT'S A PARTY, IT'S A PARTY!!! I need to be able to give these guys 10 stars because they made my wedding the biggest dance party EVER! He kept everyone on the floor with the best play list, takes all the crazy request, and makes sure that all your wacky ideas make it on your day! I had Jesse and he was not only my DJ but he also became a Trivia Host to make the dinner portion the preparty!!! Without a doubt this place is worth the price!
Judah Press Entertainment was amazing through the planning and the execution. We loved their online portal that made the prep really easy. Our DJ, Sam, ran our ceremony and reception just like we wanted!
Jesse made our wedding outstanding! He provided music for our ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception. We met him face to face and this made the process so much more personable. He wanted to not just provide great music at our wedding but also ensure that the music truly represented us as a couple. We HIGHLY recommend Judah Press.
All I can say is book them. Now. You will not regret it! Jesse made our day AMAZING! I truly do not think our wedding would be the same without him. I mean every. single. song that came on we were HYPED! Everyone was so excited to dance, and he knew how to read the crowd and be a best friend! Additionally, he made sure we ate! Everyone talks about "oh you will not eat anything on your wedding day". Well, never fear Jesse is here! He made sure not one person bothered us while we ate our delicious food, so we could tear up the dance floor later. Need a beer? Jesse. Need someone to ward off family members while you eat? Jesse. Need an epic nae nae dance? Jesse! Use them for the best wedding of your life!!
We couldn't have asked for better service from Judah Press for our wedding reception! DJ Sam really took the time to listen to our vision for the wedding and made sure that the music was uniquely "us." Our guests had so much fun and we know that Judah Press had everything to do with that! Thanks for everything!
My husband and I could not say enough good things about Jesse Pilkenton from Judah Press Entertainment. As our DJ for our wedding, he went above and beyond in creating a reception so unique to us. He made sure he knew everything we wanted, from the flow of the evening to each special jam song. And because of his diligence and focus on us, he created one of the most fun and vibrant dance parties our guests had ever experienced. Judah Press makes events that feel, sound, and love like the hosts, and it is because of their commitment to us as the bride and groom that I would recommend them to all.
WHAT a gift Michael from Judah Press was! He took the time to get t o know us as people, then as a bride and groom which made his music choices so personal and perfect. He took SO many requests and truly created a party to remember! Most of all, he just let us know that he was genuinely invested in us and our marriage which meant the world. LOVE JudahPress!
Sam and the rest of the Judah press crew helped make my day so perfect. We had the time of our lives at the reception and it was everything I wanted and so much more. They took care of all the details and even helped me fan out some fires behind the scenes. I could not have been happier , I would recommend and will to everyone I know! Y’all it was LIT �, thanks Judah!
We worked with Judah Press for our wedding and thought things were going great! Unforunately when it matter, they came up short.
First, we gave specific instructions when to cut our first dance. Our day of DJ did it early and my big dip was in awkward silence.
Second, we gave instruction on the parent/child dance and it was disregarded as well - it went on for twice as long as requested.
Third, we gave a huge list of songs that our guests requested on their RSVPs. We heard a few of them over the course of the night and any requests were shut down due to a lack of WIFI (cell phone hot spot would have fixed that). We also requested a handful of slow songs and had one.
You might think we didn't communicate clearly enough - but there were emails, google docs and playlists passed back and forth. We thought were all set. We were wrong.
Overall, wouldn't recommend them again. Maybe we just got a dud for a DJ, but it's such an important part of your event that as a bride who was robbed of her big moment, I can't recommend.
We loved working with Jesse and he did a fantastic job DJ-ing our wedding! I didn't have to worry about any of the logistics - he took care of everything from the ceremony, the cocktail hour, dinner and reception. Our guests LOVED him and we keep getting compliments about how fun our wedding was. He helped everything flow smoothly and worked great with our day-of coordinator. Thanks, Jesse! Highly recommend these guys!
Jesse was very friendly and helpful when I initially contacted Judah Press. He put me in touch with Sam who ultimately took care of the DJ/MC and sound equipment duties at our wedding. They did a good job and we would recommend them.
Jesse and Judah Press were absolutely phenomenal in helping us with our wedding reception! Not only were they completely committed to giving us exactly what we were looking for as far as musical selection (We loved getting to form our own playlist of favorite dance songs along with a list of our favorite bands and songs that are meaningful to us) but they also helped with much more than your average DJ stuff. Jesse helped us form a timeline of the entire event, not just the portions he was a part of, and created a plan for the overall flow of the event with a pretty tricky venue space to make sense of. He even coordinated our sparkler send off and jumped into action at the first sign of a couple rain drops! We couldn't have been happier with how everything worked out and that's due in no small part to Judah Press!
Judah Press Entertainment truly took the time to get to know us as a couple prior to our wedding. This really allowed them to create the music feel we wanted at both our ceremony and event. Very easy to work with! We wanted a dance party and we got it!
If I could recommend them to every bride in GA I would! They were wonderful. Drew was our DJ and he really did take the time to get to know us beforehand and gave us a wonderful party which is exactly what we wanted. He basically coordinated the entire reception, he checked on me and my husband and got us food and drinks when we needed, he made sure we had time to eat before we were bombarded with people. He was wonderful and this company is too. We were so happy with them and couldn't have asked for a better DJ. Highly highly recommend!
Look no further for an entertainment company that will go the distance to provide you with spot on service. From the first call with their team, you know that they are dedicated to making your event special and fit your personal needs/desires. Every couple and event is different, so JPE works with you to set the mood for the event and keep it flowing the whole time. The JPE team has a special touch and methodology to guide its customers through the process of selecting music and setting the tone for your event.
For us, we were planning a wedding in Athens while living in NYC. The JPE team made communication a breeze with regular Face-time/Skype calls and prompt email responses. While its always easy to find good music for your run or a long drive, we found deciding music for a wedding much more difficult especially for the first dance, transition songs, etc. The JPE team was there to provide recommendations and other ideas so that we could curate the perfect event.
During the event, the JPE team was there early and stayed late. Not only were they focused on the main show (the reception), they were also lending a hand to the rest of the wedding team to make sure our ceremony was smooth by providing microphones and transitioning music during the entire event. Our event was outdoors, so JPE made it easy with multiple speaker set ups, wireless microphones and plenty of tunes.
The JPE team have the experience to make your event a success. For us, there was always a special song playing, which inevitably made the night end way too quick. It was a pleasure having them assist us with our wedding, and I would not hesitate to contact them again in the future for other entertainment needs.
Thanks for making the event truly spectacular!
Having been to at least 50 weddings, all over the country...I can honestly say Judah Press throws the best party and hosts the best events. My husband and I chose them for our wedding after seeing them work their magic at ALL of our friends' weddings. They are so good that everyone we know who sees them wants to hire them for their own. We felt cared for from the first meeting to way into marriage. They are organized, caring, and more than accommodating. They even flew to Texas for us! From the ceremony to the reception, our guests were ushered by excellent hosts with clear direction, then the dance party hit and everyone went wild into the most killer dance party. Crowd surfing even happened...that's just how good they are. Judah Press has the best selection of music with awesome remixes. We wouldn't hire or recommend anyone else!
I truly don’t believe there is a better DJ in the biz!! Jesse is absolutely amazing. The DJ is a huge make or break to a wedding and I could not say enough incredible things about Judah Press. Jesse really gets to know you as a couple in order to tell your story on your day. He brings so much energy, intervenes when necessary to keep the atmosphere fun and running smoothly. Two words for you- HIRE HIM. He’ll make all your wedding day dreams come true!
I have been blessed to attend numerous weddings where Jesse and Drew have DJ'd. Simply put, they keep the party alive and bumpin'! Without a doubt some of the best DJ's in the business.
Judah Press is an excellent group of guys that showed they really cared about helping make our wedding day fun and exciting. They were easy to contact throughout the process. Only reason I can't give them a 5 is because while the sound wasn't awful, it wasn't great. We had guests tell us and could later hear in our video that it was hard to hear speeches or announcements because of the way the speakers were turned. Maybe it was the size of the room. Overall though, they were great to work with and really did what we asked of them!
Judah Press Entertainment never fails to exceed my expectations! I have worked with Jesse and his team on several occasions and I am always impressed with their professionalism. Always prepared, and definitely entertaining!
Judah Press Entertainment was absolutely amazing. Our DJ met with us and got down to business right away with the details of the ceremony and reception, making a timeline and telling us what we needed to do to continue prepping for the big day. On our wedding day, he was there ALL DAY LONG. He set up everything we needed and was so proactive in anticipating our needs. He was amazing hosting our reception. He got everyone on their feet to welcome us in to the ballroom and we felt so loved. He played all of our song picks throughout dinner and then had a great mix for the dance party. We had SEVERAL people ask who he was because they wanted him at their next event/wedding.
You can't go wrong with Judah Press!!!!
Judah Press Entertainment is the best DJ service we could have asked for at our wedding. Drew was an amazing DJ, but he was more that just that because he worked with my coordinator to make sure the entire reception went smoothly and exactly how we planned, or if we didn't plan for something, he was right there to keep things running smoothly. We truly could not have asked for a better DJ for both our ceremony and reception. This company made the entire process from choosing music before our wedding to the end of the night as simply and stress free as it can be when planning a wedding. Drew got the entire crowd dancing, even my mom!, and made our night absolutely perfect.
Jesse with Judah Press Entertainment gave my husband and me some really solid advice when looking for a DJ. He said, keep in mind the person you hire as your DJ serves as the official voice/host of the biggest, most expensive party you'll probably ever throw. Awesome advice and honestly the selling point for bringing Jesse on as our DJ. From the moment we met him we knew he had to be there on our big day. Not only does he throw an AMAZING party with the most perfect soundtrack for our day but it was the best feeling to know he had our back if anything were to go wrong or haywire during the day. It felt like having a trusted friend there as a safety net which is an invaluable feeling as a bride! We built an amazing team of vendors that helped our day be the MOST perfect wedding day and Jesse is a big part of that. Best decision, hands down!
Five out of five stars for this incredible company!!! Jesse and Judah Press made our wedding reception an absolute blast... and on top of that, he even threw in the biggest surprise/blessing ever at the end! Jesse is great at feeling the room, getting everyone hype, and moving the event along without dampening the mood. He is the absolute best, and it is SO worth the investment to hire Judah Press as your DJ!
My husband and I could not have asked for anything better than Judah Press Entertainment for our wedding this past year! In the months and weeks leading up to the wedding, both Jesse and Drew went out of their way to get to know us both better so that they could help make our special day exactly what we wanted. We were able help plan out the entire reception with him prior to the day and map out how we wanted it all to flow! This made the day so much easier and enjoyable when it got there! The atmosphere that Drew created was so great and everyone had so much fun! All that being said, they did so much more than just play music at our wedding. They were a huge part of making the day exactly what we had dreamed of thanks to all the extra time and effort put into it far before our big day got there! The experience that we had with them was unbelievable! We loved it! I would HIGHLY recommend Judah Press Entertainment!
My husband and I recently got married, and from the beginning of our wedding planning, one detail was for sure: Judah Press Entertainment would DJ our wedding, no doubt about it.
Jesse is a fantastic entertainer and a brilliant facilitator of a good time. He knows people, he knows music, he knows business, and he knows fun. Jesse helped us craft our vision for our reception dance party and executed it beautifully. Beyond just the dancing, he paid careful attention to every single detail of our wedding: from the timing of music for our bridal procession into the ceremony to the coordinating of the sparkler exit at the end of the night.
Jesse made sure all our wishes were heard and made them happen. He went above and beyond to make our day special for us, and we are so thankful! We recommend him with the highest of confidence that he will make your celebration fantastic!
We would book Jesse and the Judah Press Entertainment guys again. And again. And again.
Sure, you want to hire a good DJ. But Jesse is a GREAT DJ. He stands out among the rest with this thoroughness, attention to detail, people skillz + ability to throw one killer, memorable party!
He's worth every bit of $$, guys. Kevin and I promise you won't be one bit disappointed!
My husband and I had Judah Press Entertainment DJ our wedding in Athens and we couldn't have picked a better DJ Service!! We worked directly with Jesse and he took so much care in making sure that the dance floor stayed packed with clean music and never played any songs on our "do no play" list. We barely had to provide guidance, he completely gets it and is such a fun DJ to have! I didn't realize we'd make a lifelong friend out of it, the care this company takes in keeping in touch with their clients even after the fact is unheard of. I would choose them all over again. Brides: planning a wedding is stressful, keeping up with vendors is stressful, do yourself a favor- go with Judah Press Entertainment and I promise you won't be disappointed and you won't have to worry about another thing, they completely understand how to be a great DJ and let you have one less thing to stress over. I would give them more than 5 stars if that was an option!!!
We cannot recommend Jesse & Judah Press Entertainment highly enough!! When my husband and I envisioned our wedding reception we knew we wanted an awesome dance party, so the DJ decision was really important to us. Jesse met with us before the wedding, got a feel for what we wanted, and worked with us to create a schedule for the reception. Once we kicked off the dancing, there was never any room on the dance floor! Even my dad was out there, and that was literally the only time I've ever seen him dancing before. Jesse read the crowd with skill, played a great variety of music, and it was all clean. In addition to that, my event coordinator went home sick midway through our reception, but I didn't even know until after our honeymoon because Jesse kept the whole evening running smoothly! Several of our guests have asked us about our DJ, as well as people who were not even at our wedding but heard the reception was awesome! Throughout the whole process Jesse maintained the highest professionalism and exceeded our expectations. He is also a fantastic guy to have leading your guests in a new dance :) You will not regret booking with Judah Press!
My husband and I had a fantastic experience with Jesse. Not only was he able to turn the dance floor into a party but he did other things! He made sure he had a detailed schedule of the night so that he could give those who needed it microphones. He kept track of time and would come to us and give us 10 min warnings before we needed to do things like first dance, cutting the cake, etc so that we were able to wrap up visiting out tables. He also stepped in and helped the caterer with making sure we had what we needed at our table as well as making sure our guest were happy. All that to say, not only was he a great DJ but he was a great emcee and always willing to help our other vendors. We heard that a DJ could make or break a classy wedding and Jesse definitely made it!
Jesse Pilkenton and Judah Press are the best in the business when it comes to mixing professionalism, excellence, and fun. Having them work any event - whether it be weddings, parties, church events, conferences, etc. - takes loads of worry and stress off of the one holding the event and adds loads of joy. Jesse is a master of ensuring that everybody have a great time and feel comfortable in any environment, whether that be capturing the beauty and tenderness of a husband and wife's first dance or encouraging humor and silliness on the dance floor til the end of the reception. Booking Judah Press Entertainment will not be a disappoint.
Judah Press Entertainment is hands down the best wedding vendor my wife and I ever worked with. Jesse met and excedded all of our expectations. Not only did he play all the songs we loved but he also helped us facilitate a once in a life time celebration! We never had to worry about the next thing coming up it was all handled with such intentionality and excitement. We loved him. We would totally recommend Judah Press Entertainment to anyone!
WE LOVE THESE GUYS! Jesse has a heart of gold-he is the most intentional guy we encountered during our wedding planning. He took all the stress our of planning our wedding, and made sure we had a reception that reflected us perfectly. From providing and setting up our sound equipment for our ceremony and reception to playing all the best dancing music (seriously-the BEST), he made us feel incredibly loved and blessed throughout this whole process. We recommend him to EVERYONE, he is that good! You cannot get better than Judah Press Entertainment.
Jesse goes above and beyond for each bride and groom - his intentionality to each couple is unmatched in the industry. We had Jesse run sound for our ceremony and cocktail hour, and then DJ our reception, and could not have made a better decision. He helped us map out the flow for each part, and when it was time to party - he helped us break it down like no one else. When we were outside taking pictures we knew he was keeping everyone engaged because we could hear the music bumpin'! Everyone has said how much fun they had and how awesome He was! His attitude and intention to serve are so special and you will truly feel like he takes every idea you have ,and helps you take them to the next level. The value he added to our day was truly worth more than anything else we could have paid for. You will not regret getting to know him and having him make your day all you want it to be!
We really couldn't have asked for a better DJ than Jesse and Judah Press Entertainment. We could really tell that Jesse's number one goal was to create a setting that personified Tommy and I as a couple. He truly cared about us and our desires for the reception. He didn't want to just manufacture the same old atmosphere with the same old playlist and punchlines- he wanted that reception to be unique to us and a party that we nor any of our guests would ever forget. And he nailed it. We still get people to this day (3 years later) telling us how much fun they had and asking us who that DJ was. Jesse created and facilitated an unforgettable experience for us for which we are forever grateful. I would recommend Judah Press Entertainment to anyone and everyone who is looking for a party that will be talked about for years to come.
Choosing Judah Press Entertainment could very well be the absolute best decision you make next to choosing your respective spouse on your wedding day. I have attended a wedding in Georgia where Judah Press was the DJ... I can honestly say it was the best time I have EVER had at a wedding. And I am not alone... the entire reception was filled for hours and the bride and groom even stayed until late in the evening. It was as if this DJ knew perfectly every age and personality in that room, and he was playing hits that got every single body up and moving. The atmosphere was JUST. SO. FUN. Not only that, it was classy. There were no older couples frowning upon a dirty dance floor. And there were no young folks bored because of the typical reception repetitives. It was a perfect blend for everyone. And I loved that he did not place the focus on himself but the bride and groom, even engaging the crowd in the most adorable games that highlighted the couple on their big day. Judah Press is so friendly yet professional. They will listen to your every need and make your reception a night to remember... and one you don't have to stress about. I would recommend Judah Press to everyone!
I have attended multiple weddings by Judah press, and I have even been the best man at one of them, and I can honestly say that this company's culture of honor and business model has changed the way I see wedding vendors and their role in the wedding process. Time and time again I have seen the guys from Judah press go above and beyond their scope of practice and help out any way they can. Plus they put on the sickest playlists I have ever heard.
Jesse was truly a blessing to our wedding. He not only kept our entire group of wedding guests entertained throughout the night, he made sure the night was exactly how my husband and I wanted it. He also did the music for our ceremony, and it went beautifully! Jesse really poured a lot of love into our ceremony and reception, and it was very evident throughout our entire wedding day. He was very easy to work with, and even had some awesome ideas that we absolutely enjoyed (ask about The Shoe Game!). We have had so many people tell us how awesome our DJ was, and I wouldn't trust a special day like that with anyone else!
We chose to work with Jesse of Judah Press after having a blast at a friends wedding that he DJed and are SO glad we did. He went above and beyond in helping us out, not only with our music, but also with helping us envision our reception and how to make it run smoothly. He is very easy to work with and it is so clear how much he loves people. We really wanted a reception where people would dance and celebrate with us and Jesse's enthusiasm and energy helped make that happen. Not to mention his awesome dance moves :) He worked with us to make sure we were able to get the feel we wanted at the ceremony and reception in a way that really made it feel personalized. We still hear comments from friends and family about how much fun they had. We could not recommend him more highly!
We could not have asked for a better DJ for our wedding! As a bride, having several different concerns/stresses about her wedding, one thing I did not need to worry about whatsoever was the music, which believe me, was a huge load off my plate! I remember I was literally down to the weekend of my wedding trying to select certain songs for the ceremony and Jesse was so patient and willing to do whatever was needed! The music, the service, the attitude, the encouragement, the prayers, EVERYTHING was so phenomenal and truly helped make our wedding so memorable for us! We had SOOO many guests/friends/family members compliment the music and DJ from our wedding and tell us it was one of the best weddings they had ever been to! We love Jesse and would definitely recommend him, as well as any member of Judah Press Entertainment. Thank you so much Jesse Pilkenton :):):)
When planning your wedding there's the ever-present debate of DJ or band. Well, let me make that decision easy for you, if you can get Jesse as your DJ, then stop the talk and make it happen. My wife and I live in California but as we are both from Georgia we ended up getting married at the Botanical Gardens in Athens. We were looking for a DJ and our wedding planner recommended Jesse and we couldn't have been happier. We talked over Skype and immediately liked his attitude, enthusiasm and adaptability. We communicated through email a couple of times and then finally met in person the weekend of the wedding. He did a fantastic job with the music but even more importantly he did an amazing job controlling the pace and energy of the wedding. He knew when to switch up the pace of the music to give people a chance to rest or to get people dancing again. Additionally, he had my wife and I play a game that we appropriately called the Shoe Game that for many people was a definite highlight of the reception. We can honestly say that without Jesse, our wedding would not have been the success that it was and we will forever be grateful to him for making our special day so perfect.
I would highly reccoemnd Jesse as a wedding DJ. He met with us and stayed in touch in the weeks approaching the wedding and did a great job combining our music selection with crowd favorites. He is well-informed, skilled, and made the night seamless. The search process can be daunting, and in this case listening to word of mouth proved successful.
I've been to over 30 weddings in the past 4 years and have seen many different types of weddings. However the big kicker with any wedding is if there are people dancing on the floor.
I've seen Jesse DJ for over 5 weddings and without fail he always gets a party started. He is the best wedding DJ I've seen and does a killer job with everyone forgetting where they are and letting loose.
I would highly recommend him to anyone looking for a DJ for their wedding! He's super fun and is excellent at taking control of any situation. The worst is when you have an awkward Emcee and Jesse does a great job of talking and introducing the wedding party.
Judah Press Entertainment did an excellent job as our dj for our wedding! They were very professional and I could definitely tell they had a lot of experience. They made my day less stressful which please me the most. I would highly recommend!
Hands down the best DJ I've ever come across. Our entire wedding planning became much easier as soon as we hired Jesse. Before we met with him, there seemed to be so many moving parts and confusing options, but Jesse was able to pull everything together. He's so nice and caring, and his role in our wedding was much more than "music guy" or "entertainer." This guy seriously knows the wedding-day process inside and out, and therefore he was able to collaborate seamlessly with our coordinator and other vendors to make our wedding better than we could have dreamed. At our reception, everyone danced--and danced hard! To this day, people often remind us of how "legendary" our dance party was. Without a doubt, that was 100% due to Jesse's ability to stir the crowd. Even our grandparents threw down! From our experience, we learned that having a high quality DJ is absolutely necessary in order to have a fun wedding. And in the dozens of weddings we've been to since our own, Judah Press is the best we've come across: they're knowledgeable, extremely talented, and they really cared about us as people--not merely clients. Looking back now, we would have paid Judah Press twice as much in order to make our day as memorable as it was. Worth every dime, and more. Thank you, Jesse!
My wedding was two years ago, and we are still so excited and thankful that we got to have Jesse from Judah Press as our DJ! We loved, loved, loved having Jesse DJ our wedding. Out of all of the compliments we received throughout our reception and after our wedding day, they were all about Jesse! Jesse was the piece to our wedding that left a lasting impression on our family and friends. We love to dance and have friends and family that love to dance, and Jesse definitely brought the party! In the planning process Jesse was very organized, always responded to communications quickly, provided great ideas to make our reception more personal, and was always very genuine and intentional in communicating that he was going to go to every effort to make sure he made our wedding reception the best night of our lives. And, he definitely followed through! On our wedding day, Jesse got to our reception site early and was prepared for every part of the day. He led the flow of the reception very well and in implementing his ideas he engaged our guests throughout the night. Also, he had asked for our top 10 songs we wanted to hear and songs we definitely did not want to be played and he followed through with those requests, too. His high energy, great music selection and awesome dance moves made for the best dance party of our lives! Many of our guests shared with us that our wedding reception was the best one they had ever been to and we have Jesse to thank for those high compliments. I have and will continue to recommend Jesse for my friends’ and family members’ weddings, because he does an amazing job! Thank you, Jesse, for making our wedding day better than we could have ever imagined!
Judah Press Entertainment is awesome! They are very thorough, detailed and organized. We met several times before my wedding, making me feel very comfortable with them. I easily trusted them and knew they'd throw an awesome party.
THEY THREW AN AWESOME PARTY! Everyone, I mean EVERYONE, was dancing at my wedding. They understood the group of people coming to my wedding and played music everyone could dance to. The DJ pronounced all of my wedding parties names correctly, was very attentive to my needs, and an awesome host.
Jesse was a phenomenal DJ! He has a natural gift for working a crowd, and he knows a good balance of how much involved to be while being DJ. I've been to countless wedding with mediocre, or corny DJs and was SO pleased with Jesse. I was recommended to him by 2 different people and their great experience with him also. He plays a great mix of music, and really makes it custom to whatever the bride and groom's style is. Additionally, he made it so easy for my husband and I to enjoy our reception and not have to worry about what we were supposed to be doing next. We met with Jesse a few weeks before the wedding and went over the timeline and other details about what we wanted from the reception, and he made it happen. He was so accessible and easy to work with. We loved having him as our DJ as it made for such a fun environment! We would highly, highly recommend him to anyone.
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