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Premium DJ Service for Kalamazoo and West Michigan
Palladium DJ is a wedding DJ and emcee specialist based in Kalamazoo, MI. Palladium DJ is owned and operated by well-known former radio and television show host, Mark Keady. His vast knowledge of all genres of music, and top-level party performance will bring the highest level of entertainment to your event dance floor. Palladium DJ serves Kalamazoo, Portage, Battle Creek, Jackson, Grand Rapids, Saugatuck, South Haven, and St. Joseph to South Bend, IN.
Mark has spent nearly twenty-five years in the entertainment industry. He firmly believes the DJ makes the party. But booking a DJ for your wedding requires more than a serious mix-master. The technical aspects of your ceremony, in-depth planning, professional emcee requirements, and his extensive collection of ideas for your wedding dances are all some of the things that make Mark a top-level DJ in the area. He always says, 'you don't want a stranger showing up to play tunes on your wedding day.'
Mark offers mindful services designed to cater to your needs and event vision. He will work with you to tailor a playlist of your favorite music mixed with guaranteed hits, ensuring the energy of your dancefloor matches the vibe of your wedding aesthetic. What’s more, he will gladly emcee your function in his trademark professional broadcast-level fashion.
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- Veteran-owned Business
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- Audio/Visual Equipment
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Music Genres
- Classical
- Country
- Dance
- Disco
- EDM
- Hip-Hop
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- MC Services
- Recorded Music
- Sound Equipment
Wedding Activities
- Rehearsals & Parties
- Wedding
- Ceremony
- Reception
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Mark, we can’t thank you enough for the job you did on our wedding night. It was seriously above and beyond awesome! The dance floor was packed the entire night. I can’t tell you how many compliments we had from all of our guests. You really did an amazing job! I don’t think I’ve ever had that much fun at a wedding, and the music couldn’t have been more perfect. Even my 84 year old grandma was getting down on the dance floor. She was loving every minute of it! We appreciate how attentive you were and how easy it was to communicate with you.
If you are looking for an energetic and professional DJ, Mark is the man! 12/10 recommend his services!
Mark helped us tear it up on the dance floor! He was so communicative with reminders as dates approached and made it super easy to make sure all the important moments were accounted for. When our timeline was running a little behind he was also so great with checking in to make a quick game plan without stressing us out. So go with the flow, so fun and knows exactly what the vibes were from start to finish. We had such a cute little moment with all our closest friends and family to “Unwritten” and this is a song I never in a million years would have requested but I loved it! Mark didn’t even cancel our zoom call when a tornado was going through his town. He’s a real one for sure!!
Response from the Vendor on 08/19/2024
In hind-sight, the tornado was 1/2 mile away---I probably could have pushed out an hour or two! LOL... fortunately, nobody got hurt. That was crazy when it just popped up out of nowhere.
Thank you Cary and Alec: your day was so wonderful a...
nd I enjoyed every moment. I loved the food truck! (I'm having it again this weekend at an event!) You guys and your families were so awesome. Thank you for letting me be your dj. All the best to you in your new life together. - Mark
Mark was an AMAZING dj on our special day! From the day we booked him up until the wedding he was there for us! He tailored the music to our taste and made sure the party was bumping all night! Even more so, we didn’t hire a day of coordinator but it didn’t even matter because Mark made sure everything ran smoothly whether it was related to the music or not. Our wedding would not have been what it was without him!
Response from the Vendor on 08/19/2024
What am I supposed to do with this video I have of you in your wedding gown doing The Worm?
Erin: thank you and Brett for having me and for a simply marvelous day. The weather, the food, the atmosphere was off the charts. What a day! All the...
best to you both. - Mark
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Mark was amazing! He was so easy to work with leading up to our wedding. He helped with our ceremony and reception. Nothing but wonderful comments and feedback. Mark is very upbeat and keeps you engaged and on the dance floor all evening. Highly recommend!
Mark was phenomenal! Has a great flow chart document to work from which kept communication open and details accurate. Mark made a custom edit of a Mac Miller song , I had always dreamed of walking down the aisle to this song and he made it happen! Announcements were great, dance floor so lively, his voice is awesome. His equipment has crisp sound and projection. Lights were so much fun too. Couldn’t have asked for a better DJ!!
A fantastic DJ that helped create a memorable experience that my wife and I will never forget. Would gladly recommend to friends or hire again if I was ever planning a large event!
We can't say enough about Mark. He TRULY cares about his clients and their big days. He put in so much extra time to establish details, fine tune the schedule, and make us feel comfortable that his expertise was exactly what we needed. His music choices fit our vibe and was tailored for optimal enjoyment, our dance floor was packed all night! You will not be disappointed!
Mark knocked it OUT OF THE PARK. He Dj’d for my wedding and coordinated music from start to end and we got nothing but amazing compliments about the music. Always had people on the dance floor and had me running back to the dance floor after my breaks. 10/10 recommend.
Mark absolutely nailed it! Despite our wedding being in the middle of the day with guests wanting to be outside mingling in the sun and playing yard games, Mark held his post in the barn and kept the dancefloor groovy. Not only does he know music like the back of his hand, but he is also highly personable. I would highly recommend Mark for any event.
Mark was a phenomenal DJ! He helps us with every step of planning our ceremony and our reception. He's an excellent MC and makes sure everyone has everything they need whether it comes to speeches, making announcements, special dances, and making sure everyone is miked up when they need to speak. It was a pleasure working with him, would 100% recommend to anyone who wants their event to go smoothly.
Mark did an amazing job! He was very professional and helped keep the party pumpin :)
Mark Keady was awesome! He gave us a fantastic deal for a phenomenal service. He met with us before our wedding to go over the details, helped us plan, and killed the night. He's a one-of-a-kind DJ. He is very skilled at what he does. I cannot recommend him enough.
Mark made planning our wedding so much more enjoyable because he took the worries of the reception running smoothly out of the equation. He was incredibly thorough in his questioning of how we wanted the order of our reception and he made sure we got everything that we needed. He interacted with the people at the reception and could tell what the people there liked to hear. Mark not only gave great direction for what people needed to do, but also got the party started and kept it going all night long. We highly recommend him. He will not disappoint
Mark was the best! The whole evening went smoothly because of him. The dance floor was filled the entire night. Great communication throughout the whole planning process as well, and very reasonably price for those with a tight budget.
If you are looking for a DJ that is super organized, great personality, and will put all your favorite genres into one playlist, Mark is your guy! Mark was one of the best decisions we made for our wedding day. I cannot say enough good things – he was outright amazing! He was super organized which made it so easy and reassuring while planning. I felt like his personality meshed so well with mine, my husband’s, and my parents’ that he felt like an old family friend.
He did a great job with facilitating the night for us and played some great songs! His sound system was exactly what we needed for our space. Mark arrived early to set everything up for the ceremony and reception areas and handled everything with our wedding coordinator, so I didn’t have to worry about anything on the wedding day. Mark is an awesome guy who loves what he does and does it well!
Mark was wonderful! He was thorough in the explantion of how the ceremony/Reception would play out. Communicated with my other vendors, the night couldn't have gone smoother! Thank you Mark!
Response from the Vendor on 01/26/2023
We had such a fun night out there. I can't believe how good the weather was. It was beautiful. Thanks for having me. I loved how that rooms sounds and can't wait to go back. Take care you two!
Mark is simply an amazing DJ. He made the entire planning process easy. My wife and I live in Wisconsin, so Mark set up a Zoom call with the two of us to get to know us better. He asked us both about our musical tastes (likes/dislikes), what type of reception we were planning, and an overview of the types of people we had invited to our reception. Mark also provides music for wedding ceremonies, but our wedding ceremony was in a church, so we just needed Mark for the reception. But as good as the planning and preparation was (especially when we gave him short notice), the execution was flawless. The music selection was amazing and Mark did what all great DJs do - he got a diverse group of folks (some of whom don't particularly care to dance) out onto the dance floor and enjoying themselves. Just as importantly, Mark knew when to fade his own influence into the background to allow others to shine that night. He is also a genuine person, and this came across clearly to all of those who attended our wedding and interacted with him throughout the evening. Mark's equipment is top-notch and his services are all-inclusive for a VERY reasonable fee. We could not recommend a DJ more highly than we recommend Palladium DJ and Mark Keady. Thanks, Mark!
Response from the Vendor on 01/26/2023
I have to hand it to you, Erik...you've humbled me. I'm so deeply honored by this review. It speaks to the effort I provide all couples to let them know I'm invested in the success of their wedding. I had a blast with your family and I wish all...
the best to you and Kimberly.
Mark did such a great job with our reception and he is a very talented DJ! Leading up to the day, he was great at communicating and listening to what we wanted. Day of, everything went great! Very thankful for Mark.
Response from the Vendor on 01/26/2023
Amy and Jordan: Thank you so much for choosing me to DJ your wedding. It was a beautiful room, and a great night. All the best to you both!
Mark's DJ/MC services made our wedding phenomenal! He is very organized, worked with our other vendors, and met with us prior to the event to help curate playlists to our tastes and give us a totally unique experience. He also has the perfect voice for making announcements and informing guests of what was happening at any given time during our event.
More than one guest left asking for his information for their own weddings that are coming up in the next few years.
Response from the Vendor on 01/26/2023
Thank you, Nicole. I love your music choices! It created a fairy-like forest fantasy. It was perfect! And the rave was one of my favorite moments of the year. All the best to you both.
We enjoyed working with Mark! He made planning very easy, and did a great job at the wedding.
Response from the Vendor on 01/26/2023
Thank you so much for this wonderful review, Nick! It was a terrific evening and I really enjoyed your familes. Thank you so much for choosing me. All the best.
Brian and I hired Mark to dj our wedding and to say he was amazing is an understatement! He reached out to us multiple times to make sure we had everything on track, he was super friendly and wonderful to work with! He kept people on our dance floor the whole wedding night and even popped out on the dance floor a little bit himself (which we thought was awesome and super fun)! His music never faltered and there was no technical issues the whole day. He was more than willing to make any announcements we needed and stayed in communication not only with us but also our photographers. We highly recommend Mark and if we ever need a dj in the future he is our guy!
Response from the Vendor on 01/26/2023
Can we just get together and just play "The Time" by Black Eyed Peas every year? Thanks for this awesome review, Jessica! All the best to you and Brian.
Mark was fantastic! He was friendly and professional from the first phone conversation to the end of our reception. His energy and music knowledge made our wedding reception run flawlessly. He was very open to changes, especially last minute and during the reception, and had great suggestions on timeline as well! We had him do some lighting as well, and it was simple but very tasteful. Mark definitely helped keep the reception on pace and run smoothly, and provided our guests a fun and enjoyable evening. We highly recommend him for any event that music services would be needed!
Response from the Vendor on 01/26/2023
Emily and Bobby! It was such a pleasure. I had so much fun. Thank you for these kind words and choosing me to DJ your wedding. All the best to your new family!
DM Productions was an excellent choice as our DJ and ceremony music. Mark was professional, flexible, and prepared throughout the entire process. His organization skills are excellent, and it made the entire process smoother and less stressful for us. Overall, we would recommend Mark as a DJ for any wedding. He is terrific.
Response from the Vendor on 01/26/2023
Thank you for this awesome review, Matt! I was just listening to "The Spy Who Loved Me" the other day and you and Kendra came into my mind. Love your James Bond flair. All the best to you both.
Mark was the best DJ! We gave him a list of song suggestions, and he ran with it...he kept people on the dance floor ALL night! He was also so easy to work with and helpful throughout our entire event!
Response from the Vendor on 01/26/2023
WSI is a blast to play for. Thanks for having me, Jessie. See you again soon!
Mark was absolutely phenomenal!! He provided exceptional service from our very first contact with him and followed through with making our wedding reception unforgettable. Mark will put you at ease with his Dj-ing and music knowledge. He kept our reception flowing while balancing song requests and special dances. The planning and support he provides allowed us to enjoy our reception and provided our friends and family with great atmosphere through dinner and into the night. Mark is a must have for any event!
Response from the Vendor on 01/26/2023
Thank you Trevor for this amazing review. I'm so thrilled. You guys had the best dancers of the year. Hands down. It was a terrific night and I wish you guys all the best.
Mark was an amazing DJ for our wedding. He kept the crowd entertained and the event running well. We got so many compliments on the music and how much fun Mark was having. I would tell any couple to use him! We both felt like Mark listened to our choices and offered amazing advice on timing and music choices.
Response from the Vendor on 01/26/2023
Sorry we burned down the place. I was a deer in the headlights for days after that party.
Mark was simply sensational in every way! Right from the start he had great communication and took time to meet with my wife and I to discuss our expectations/desires for the music at our wedding. Our reception was lively and fun and Mark was at the center, playing great music, engaging the guests, and making my bride and I feel so special. He was truly first class in every way possible and greatly surpassed my expectations!
Response from the Vendor on 06/20/2022
Joel and Nikki: Thank you for letting me be part of your special day. We had a blast. All the best for your family in your new life together. - Mark
Olivia S.
Response from the Vendor on 01/26/2023
Thank you Olivia, and thanks for the referral! See you soon.
Top notch planning. Every conceivable detail was covered in our preplan meeting. Sound and lights were solid, and you can tell Mark has a vast broadcast background as his announcements were clear, professional, and the right touch of personality. I felt like we found a hidden treasure with Mark and DJing our wedding.
Response from the Vendor on 04/27/2022
Peter and Janet, it was a pleasure. Thank you so much for the kind words! Best of luck in your new life together. - Mark
Highly recommend hiring Diane for your next event! Diane was amazing at keeping people out on the dance floor! Communication with her was great on selecting the right music for our day. Very professional and also very fun! Can’t wait to have her at our next event!
Diane was amazing at our wedding. She thought of everything. Our family & friends had a great time. She kept the party going! Best DJ we could have asked for!!
DM was the perfect blend of intuition and personality and made the day extra special! I would get married all over again (to the same person) just to have them celebrate with us!
Diane had amazing attention to detail and her pre-planning was excellent. The day of the wedding was a breeze. She managed to get all the separate groups of people out on the floor dancing. 100% recommended.
Stacey M
Diane Was AMAZING!! The energy was fantastic, yet still so classy. Her voice and vibe are perfect for a wedding reception and the music choices got us all up and dancing. You could tell she really cared about making everything run smoothly and making everyone feel comfortable and welcome. Could not recommend more!
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Grand Rapids, Kalamazoo, West Michigan
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Mark Keady
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Groom: "I've never seen this many people dancing at a wedding, ever!"
Mark: "Is it weird that this happens to me every night?"
Hi. I'm Mark. I ran radio stations across America and was a popular on-air host for 14 years. Then I moved to TV for ABC in Asheville before the pandemic brought me back to Michigan where I now help electric couples create the most epic wedding party imaginable. We'll work hand-in-hand together to make sure no detail is left untouched & your day goes off without a hitch. I'm not your normal wedding dj--and fit for my couples is important. Let's have a consultation!
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