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Ryan from Perfect Memory Events receives overwhelmingly positive reviews for his DJ services at weddings. Reviewers highlight his responsiveness, professionalism, and ability to keep the event running smoothly with great music selections. Clients appreciate his clear communication, helpfulness in planning, and energetic personality. Ryan's attention to detail, ability to adapt to changes, and dedication to ensuring a memorable experience for couples and guests make him a highly recommended choice for wedding DJ services.Review photos
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Tiffany A
5.0
11/11/2024
Ryan was incredible to work with! From initial planning to day of, Ryan was responsive and brought great suggestions to make our wedding day run smoothly. He was an incredible DJ & MC and definitely helped our wedding ceremony and reception run smoothly and full of fun. Thank you, Ryan! We highly recommend Perfect Memory!!
response 11/20/2024
Tiffany,
Your ceremony by the water took my breath away! I'm so glad you chose to hold yo...
ur reception as well outside. That view of the river was gorgeous! Your first dance with Aaron literally looked like you were dancing on the water. Your first dance was my favorite this year because of that beautiful scenery.
Also, with me getting married a week after you, your advice of "I'm so over it" really helped me to not focus on the little stuff, but to take care of the big stuff got me through so much. Really, that's the best wedding advice I've ever received. Thank you sooooo much!!!
Jenny H
5.0
10/30/2024
Ryan provided an unforgettable experience at our wedding at the crag rat hut. From start to finish, he was invested and enthusiastic about making sure everything went the way we wanted. He helped with making announcements to tell people where to go and was set up in multiple places around the venue to provide music and microphones wherever they were needed. He played good music and all of our guests said they had so much fun dancing. Can’t recommend him highly enough! -S&J
response 11/20/2024
Jenny,
You & Simon's wedding was my biggest surprises this year. I was blown away with th...
e atmosphere at your venue and how all your family & friends contributed to making your wedding what it was. Getting to meet some of your friends from Australia & evening have them teach a special dance was fantastic. As I mentioned to you before, looking out on that beautiful view, seeing your guests continuously dance on the dance floor. I just had a personal reflection and thought to myself... This is truly one of the greatest moments I've ever experienced. I can't thank you enough for giving me the honor to help you both.
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Taylar S
5.0
10/30/2024
Ryan Dj'd our wedding and we cannot recommend him enough! He was extremely helpful during the planning process and easy to get in touch with. I was very nervous at first to discuss all the ins and outs of the wedding as it was so unfamiliar to me, but Ryan walked me through it and was always there to answer my questions promptly!
During the reception he was very professional yet personable and played great music to help keep the dancing going, even for someone like me who hates to dance in public! The whole night ran so smoothly and overall, we couldn't have picked anyone better to DJ our special day!
response 11/20/2024
Taylar,
Thank you for your kind words. It truly means the world to me to be able to make ...
every wedding so special and that's what we did! You & Alex are such a deserving couple. I loved seeing you both smile all day long! In the history of me doing weddings, I've never had a wedding, where randomly I knew at least 1/3 of your guests from various walks of life. It was truly a joy :)
Courtney S
5.0
10/30/2024
Ryan was very amazing to work with, he made everything go so smooth for us during the wedding and reception. All of us dance are buns off all night! Definitely a night to remember and Ryan helped make that happen!
response 11/20/2024
Courtney,
The history that you & Tim have is beautiful. It made your vows even that much ...
more special. One of my favorite parts was surprising Tim with the intro to the song "Lose Yourself" by Eminem for your reintroduction into the reception. Knowing that he's a fan of Eminem, it was a cool moment. I will say, having the bridal party with you & Tim all take a fork & all eat a piece of cake at the same time was a fantastic idea. I had an incredible time!
Kyra G
5.0
10/29/2024
Ryan was the best DJ we could have asked for! He helped our wedding run smoothly and made sure to cover all our sound needs, even the things we didn’t even realize we needed. I would absolutely recommend!
response 11/20/2024
Kyra,
You and Nick are such a nice & genuine couple. I've never been a part of MC'ing a B...
ulgarian Tradition like we did before dinner. It was so much fun & full of laughter :) There's something special about being up at Mt. Hood with close friends & family. I still can't get over your first dance & Nick spinning you around like a couple on "Dancing With The Stars"
Randall K
5.0
10/25/2024
Ryan is highly energetic and knowledgeable about wedding timelines and events altogether. He is fun to work with and ensures the right vibe and energy are maintained through the entire event. I would hire him over and over and over again and so should you.
response 11/20/2024
Randall,
You & Heather are truly too kind. My wife Mimi enjoyed making you custom cupcake...
s & helping with additional details. Your ceremony was so unique, genuine and had a sense of style that was unmatched. I loved being able to play some old school music for the dance. What a night!!!
Theresa S
5.0
9/25/2024
Ryan was amazing! He had every detail thought of beforehand and was so organized! He served as DJ and host of the evening. Kept everything on track and help us come up with a schedule for our wedding that flowed so well. He got many compliments from our guests during and after the wedding. Would definitely book him in the future!
response 10/02/2024
Theresa, thank you so much for your wonderful compliments. You are now the historic "World...
Record Holder" for the longest straight dancing, I've ever done in my life. 5 hours, 9 minutes & 45 seconds. I looked through my music history to confirm. In my entire career & most likely over 1,200 weddings, you are the peak of the mountain. Having this be the 3rd wedding my company has DJ'd for your family it is truly an honor to say your #1
Natalie L
5.0
8/14/2024
Ryan was absolutely amazing through this whole process. He is highly knowledgeable about his field and helped us plan for details we didn't even think about! He was always open to speaking with us whenever. We gave him some songs and vibes we wanted and his set list just blew us away--it was perfect!! He will go the extra mile for his clients. Thank you for everything Ryan!!
response 08/19/2024
Natalie,
Your walk down the isle was perfection! I loved the song from the movie "Crazy R...
ich Asians" Can't Help Falling In Love. You got every bit of that moment. It was also fun to learn about Michael's love for "Taco Bell" It's the fun simple facts about a couple that really stand out and make it fun for everyone! I will say, I love how we ending the evening with everyone one the dance floor to make the last couple songs special.
All My Best,
Ryan
Kristen W
5.0
8/05/2024
Ryan was amazing to work with! His enthusiasm, organization and experience was unmatched and I would highly recommend him to anyone looking for a wedding DJ!
response 08/19/2024
Kristen,
You're wedding was a complete hit! I loved the "Wedding Times" Newspaper you had...
at the sign in table with you & Colin. Super cool with your story & fun facts. Having an instructor teach country line dancing was one of the best ideas a bride could have and to have a sea of guests laughing and dancing added so much to the entertainment that evening. You and Colin were such a joy to work with!
Gwenyth A
5.0
7/08/2024
We LOVED Ryan for our wedding!! If you are looking into this vendor for your DJ services I would highly recommend Ryan. I had spoken to a couple of DJs before Ryan and in our initial phone call I knew he was the right pick for us. I had mentioned that we needed a day of coordinator for the wedding and hadn't found one yet and he kindly recommended his fiance (Mimi) because she manages events, I ended up hiring her (separately) and they made the perfect team and I'm so happy we hired them because they go above and beyond. Ryan takes care of every single detail and does not only do a great job with the music but also manages all the little things for your wedding. He makes sure the dessert tables look good for pictures, lines up your bridal party, and makes sure everyone knows what is happening before they walk. He took so much stress off our shoulders and I was not worried about a thing during my wedding day. He has clear communication and the thing I love the most is how passionate he is about his job. He truly loves to make your vision come to life and he LISTENS to your wants. He has such good energy and he made sure everything was perfect. He played the perfect blend of American and Spanish music because my husband is from Spain and we needed both and it blended perfectly. We ended up doing the shoe game as well but didn't have a person to mic it and he did that for us and it was so funny and amazing! I asked for no dirty questions and to keep it interesting and that's exactly what he did. It was so fun and if I ever needed another DJ for an event I would hire him again. Mimi was also fantastic and it was so easy to communicate with both of them and bring them all my worries and wants and they dealt with it. I cannot recommend both of them enough. Most importantly our guests loved the music and were dancing for hours!!
response 07/09/2024
Gwenyth,
What a true honor it was to help you and Javi. Your wedding was so beautiful in ...
so many ways. To see a two families come together in the way they did at your wedding was truly magical! Right before the ceremony, I got word that the groomsmen wanted to do a special 4 song melody surprise dance, They had the time frames written out and came to me with it. I had the best Man confirm the right cue points, was able to download a song and set it up to blend from one transition to the next. From the moment dancing began, it was electric and that 4 song custom melody mixed on the fly added another special touch from so many wonderful moments throughout the day. Thank you both for a wedding I will always remember with the biggest SMILE :)
Emily L
5.0
7/02/2024
Ryan was the perfect choice to DJ our wedding! He came all the way out to Dufur, OR at the Balch Hotel, and took everything in stride! He brings such fun energy to every phone call, meeting, and finally to the big day! I knew we were in very capable hands, and he delivered. He had great timing on the music, was so helpful with important announcements and ensuring that the day was flowing seamlessly, and he added personal touches that were perfect for us, thanks for the last dance song :). We all had so much fun out on the dance floor. We are so grateful! Thanks, Ryan!
response 07/03/2024
Emily,
It was an absolute gorgeous day and I did enjoy the drive! It was so nice to learn...
even more about you both with toasts and personal little conversations throughout the day. Learning about how much of a Taylor Swift fan brought out a creative idea of how we could end the evening just like in a concert. I was in complete awww during that moment and watching you and Tristan dance. I will always remember that special ending :)
Rochelle B
5.0
6/25/2024
My husband used to work with ryan and had nothing but good things to say about him. He was right, ryan fit the vibe of my wedding perfectly. Catering to all my guest but making sure my husband and I were always having the best time ever. I would suggest Ryan in a heartbeat to dj! He lead the chicken dance and every one of my guest loved it!
response 06/26/2024
Rochelle,
I had such a fantastic time helping you & Johnathon. It was so cool to play you...
r specific EDM music requests that I rare get an opportunity to play. The night was a complete blast!!!
Rachel A
5.0
6/02/2024
Ryan did a beautiful job for our wedding! He is so organized and prepared and our day wouldn't have been the success it was without him. We had our wedding on May 4th and are big Star Wars fans and he incorporated the music from Star Wars beautifully into our reception. We also had a fun shoe game where he also included really fun Star Wars questions. He is always available for any questions you have regarding the wedding and was so helpful at making the ceremony and reception go smoothly. Would 20/10 recommend that you book him!!
response 06/05/2024
Dear Rachel,
You are so kind... I had an absolute blast being a part of your wedding!!! I...
t was so fun to incorporate the Star Wars title song to your introduction into the reception. Also, playing the Imperial March to introduce both fathers for the toast was a little personal dream of creating a moment that I loved. If you can believe it, I personally took about an hour to come up with some of those custom Star Wars questions to add into the shoe game. It was so worth it and I knew you and Desmond would be surprised with the custom added touch.
My top favorite Star Wars questions were... "Who is more likely to get lost in the forest traveling with an Ewok?" / "Who has more of the force within them to have control of the TV remote & all of it's powers?" / "When getting up early in the morning, who has the most of the dark side within them?" / "Who would be better at keeping the secret location of the rebel base from Darth Vader?"
It was such a rare opportunity to be able to think outside the box. When we first spoke on the phone I instantly knew we would end the evening with the classic Throne Room song for the sparkler exit as an additional surprise & just like the ending in Star Wars.
We brought your wedding to life!
Ryan :)
Veronica B
5.0
5/06/2024
Ryan was fantastic! He really knows what he's doing. If you're getting married in the Portland/Vancouver area, I seriously recommend him.
Going over pricing with him, it was clear he wasn't going to nickle and dime you. He doesn't do the "bare bones" set up with up charges for every tiny thing, he has a comprehensive package with reasonable up charges (like if a second set up is needed).
The microphones came through clear as day, and he really got the volume on point for every portion of the evening. He also honored our "please play" and "don't play" lists while throwing in some surefire hits. The dancefloor was kicking off all night.
He went above and beyond helping with the flow of events! My husband and I didn't have a day-of coordinator and Ryan stepped up to help us time out when to do our cake cutting, whether or not to delay the ceremony by a few minutes, when it seemed like guests were ready to put away dinner and get on the floor! My husband and I were truly able to enjoy our day, and spend some time together in the moment rather than dashing around trying to figure out what was next.
If I ever host another DJ'd party, he's my first call! Thank you Ryan!
response 05/07/2024
Veronica,
Thank you so much for the very kind words. I really enjoyed you both. The main ...
introduction had so much energy from you two & the bridal party and in my book it was a perfect "10". The deserts were such a hit and the way you and Chris danced together was so sweet. You are that classic timeless couple!
Andrew R
5.0
4/08/2024
Fantastic DJ and Emceewho went above in beyond with helping give suggestions, planning, and adjusting to changes before the wedding as well as day of. Great music selection whether you know exactly what you want or just need a few time slots filled. All the guests loved our Dj!
response 04/08/2024
Andrew,
You & Annika were absolutely wonderful to work with! To have a helicopter entranc...
e to the James Bond theme for the ceremony was AWESOME!!! From the fun mini golf course you had, choreographed first dance, Lord of the Rings table dismissal by groups coming up by table names for a custom group picture, 9 toasts, flash mob, line dance lesson and cold sparks grand entrance, you packed the most I've ever had a couple do into one wedding that was fantastic!!!
Cayte M
5.0
10/06/2023
Need a DJ? Need an MC? Need a friend? Look no further! Ryan was the best decision we could have made for our wedding, and words cannot fully express how much we appreciate him.
Wedding planning is hard enough as it is without having to interview dozens of vendors, but when Ryan and I spoke on the phone, his energy was so prevalent, so strong, so positive, and that carried through to each and every other conversation we had - including with my husband. After the first phone call, I told my husband we were no longer looking for a DJ as we had already found one. It was just like the venue, once we spoke with him, we knew he would be the best option for us. We ran into some personal issues, beyond our control, before the wedding that threw us for a loop in planning, but Ryan made absolutely certain that everything was perfect! We had an outdoor ceremony and indoor reception, and the quality and clarity of the music and the mics were so clear, it was like listening on headphones.
The reception music was excellent. We couldn't decide on the playlist, so we sent him a few lists of music that we loved and asked him to get creative and choose what he thought was best. HE DID! Once the dance floor was available, it was used! He took cues for when to fade out a song, he fused songs together perfectly, and he made our time on the dancefloor seem so much longer than the clock said it was. He played music that even got the shy kids on the floor, and some family members who otherwise didn't dance.
There is no way we can thank him enough for the effort, the energy, the execution, and his kindness in all the stages. Literally the best decision for a DJ, hands down. Thank you Ryan!
response 10/09/2023
Dear Cayte,
Your wedding was truly meant to be! I wanted to personally make sure that you...
& Josh received the wedding you both deserve from the wonderful & hard working couple you are. To have so many guests come up to give an impromptu toast was such a fun highlight! Your rock geode cake was one of the most beautiful cakes I've ever seen. I love the custom geode coasters you gave as wedding favors and now I use it every day :) Your wedding was complete perfect down to our last song.
Kari K
5.0
10/04/2023
Seriously, from the first phone call we had with Ryan we knew we would be making the right decision! Hands down the best experience we could have ever asked for. We had a meeting before our big day and went over the music, the wedding party names, and all the details! He was amazing with having music set for us from the beginning of our day to the end of our day. His artistic ability to be able to know when to fade music, start, and MCing was hands down the best. We let him choose the music for the reception and he did an awesome job! Even a special request day of for a surprise rap song from family members! Haha You will not regret this decision to use Perfect Memory Events for any kind of party!
response 10/04/2023
Kari,
The personal touches that you and Dan incorporated in your wedding with all the pic...
tures and decor was something I've never seen before. The amount of love & support for you both was overwhelming! I did video the custom "Rap/Toast" on my phone because I knew it was going to be amazing!!! The next time I see Darrell, I'll air drop it to him since the file was too large to send. The custom surprise shirt that he also made to have guests sign & write well wishes just added to a magnificent day!
Amber B
5.0
10/03/2023
Ryan went above and beyond for my wedding. He made sure the day went smoothly and ran everything by me and my husband. He checked in with us before making any final decisions. Ryan kept the party going for us and made sure all the songs we talked about during our meetings were played. Ryan was able to give me and my husband a final dance just the 2 of us and then got everyone organized for our grand exit. Ryan truly made our wedding the hands down best wedding we could have asked for. He stayed in constant communication with us during our planning process!
response 10/04/2023
Amber,
I really enjoyed your wedding! The timing of the music for your walk down the isle...
and the song you chose was unbelievable! It was incredible with all your family and friends coming up to give you both such amazing toasts. How we ending the evening was so special with the glow sticks and that beautiful private last dance. I really enjoyed giving you both that moment while lining up everyone outside and coordinating to have specific guests video and take pictures of the exit while I played Taylor Swifts song "Love Story" as you were departing from your list to create the perfect ending to a Fairy Tale wedding :)
Kelsey D
5.0
9/18/2023
Ryan was BY FAR the most amazing DJ I have seen at an event. He was on top of everything and was incredibly accommodating to any changes or requests we had. He played the best music and took requests from our guests. He is very upbeat and has the perfect personality for a DJ. His professionalism and skills made our wedding one that we will never forget. We HIGHLY recommend Ryan and perfect memory events. Seriously, do not look anywhere else! Thank you so much, Ryan!
response 09/21/2023
Kelsey,
What a beautiful & unique wedding you and Adin had! I loved your song choice for ...
walking down the isle to "Concerning Hobbits" Your recessional song that I chose was the theme from the the 1991 movie Robin Hood Prince of Thieves. It gives such great impact and a cinema experience, especially with the song you chose. To be able to play such fun cool alternative rock is a rare experience and your guests loved every minute of it. I always play to the people and your wedding was one of a kind!
Megan H
5.0
9/11/2023
Ryan with Perfect Memory Events was absolutely AMAZING!! He was such a joy to work with for our wedding. Full of positive energy, organized, hard working, attention to detail, thorough, and was one of the key parts in making sure our wedding day was everything & more we'd hoped for. He was one of my favorite parts of the entire wedding planning process. Truly a dream to work with! I can't recommend him enough! My friend recommended him to us initially & then my brother used him for his wedding as well the month prior to us. Thank you so much for everything Ryan!! I can only hope we get to work with you again in the future!
response 09/14/2023
Megan,
It was such a joy helping you and Nick. Your venue was so cool and felt like you w...
ere in Italy! It was so fun to incorporate some Italian / Flying themes to your wedding through & through. Your wedding was truly one of a kind!!!
Meagan C
5.0
8/28/2023
Here's the TLDR version: BOOK RYAN!
My husband and I could not be more happy with Ryan as our wedding DJ! He was the most attentive and thoughtful vendor to work with. Our friends hired him for their wedding in July 2022 and we were impressed with how he kept the energy and flow of their reception timeline and dancing going. They also gave us a super glowing referral for him so we knew we wanted to reach out once we were ready for our own wedding planning. After the first phone call, it was a no brainer to book him. He guided us when we had questions and very genuinely cares about all the details to make the wedding music/audio and script special and great. Ryan is a total hype man. We loved working with him this summer and our guests were so pleased with how he was the master of ceremonies. A week after the wedding, we even received a handwritten thank you card from Ryan, expressing gratitude for booking him. The pleasure was all ours!
response 09/01/2023
Meagan,
You & Brandon were so wonderful to work with! You're ceremony is one I will alway...
s remember with the special energy from all your guests. That first dance was "So Cool" with both your dance moves :) I'm so glad you enjoyed the card I sent. To me it's very important to be genuine & thankful for every couple I get the honor to work with. You & Brandon enjoy your travels & adventures!!!
Sincerely,
Ryan
Dayna C
5.0
8/14/2023
Ryan is so much more than a DJ. He was instrumental in allowing our wedding day to go so smoothly, with keeping everyone on track and making sure we were where we needed to be, all while playing the best music! He is so organized, diligent, responsive, kind, and truly made the process so easy. I will 100% be recommending him to all my future brides!
response 08/16/2023
Dear Dayna,
I really loved you and Spencer's energy and fun chemistry, especially during ...
the ceremony. It was so fun to watch the way you laugh and enjoy each others company! The way we ending the evening with Taylor Swift's song "Lover" was perfect since you walked down the isle to the instrumental version of that song. I enjoyed adding that touch into the day. You're wedding was a true fairy tale :)
Amanda K
5.0
8/05/2023
What can I say about Ryan other than he absolutely understood the assignment and killed it! From the first phone call we had with him to the conversations on the day of, Ryan always was on our side giving tips and going beyond just being a DJ. After every phone call I felt invigorated to keep planning and was in a better frame of mind because of Ryan’s spirit and energy! He made sure we were both heard during our vows. He faded songs in and out so seamlessly on the dancefloor such that there were no lulls in dancing. Ryan was able to guide the evening along with simple but effective announcements about dances, speeches, dinner, anything. If you need a DJ who goes above and beyond, Ryan is your man! We’re so thankful for Ryan and all he did to make our day one that no one will forget!
response 08/07/2023
Dear Amanda,
You and Brett are such a great couple! So many details regarding your weddin...
g really reflected you both. From the Greek style buffet, which I rarely see and was so yummy to your bridal party. I still remember Amanda, your fathers toast about meeting Brett for the first time. Right off the bat, your father mentions how much genuine love he has for his mother and those around him. That was so touching. Then, your brother did it!!! He is easily in my top 5 of best toasts I've ever heard in my life :) He told such detailed stories about you both, had props and what really got me is when he said, "It was really you being his hero and making him always wanting to be more." The way he phrased his toast totally got to me and right there, I knew I had just witnessed something so special.
I loved how we ended the night with Queen's "Don't Stop Me Now" and as I mentioned, I'm always going to think of your family every time I play that song!
Brittany B
5.0
8/05/2023
Highly recommend Ryan & Perfect Memory
Ryan was the best! I interviewed several DJ’s and chose Ryan because he was all over the logistics - down to how speakers should be positioned so that everyone can hear best during the ceremony.
I joked that he was my spirit animal as I was also super specific on things like what music I wanted played the 30 min leading into the ceremony, the time mark I wanted our entrance song to start at, and the overall timeline for the day - Ryan was super flexible, accommodating, and nailed all of it! And had an awesome dance party at the end.
The best part about Ryan is how much he cares - he genuinely wants you to have the best day ever. And we did! I highly recommend Ryan.
response 08/07/2023
Dear Brittany,
Thank you so much for your wonderful experience. I had so much fun with ou...
r phone conversations and going through your wedding details! Your first dance was absolutely amazing and such a surprise to your guests! David really was "Patrick Swayze" on the dance floor. That lift was incredible.
Krista W
5.0
8/04/2023
Ryan was so wonderful to work with from our very first phone call. His energy eased my anxiety knowing he would keep the flow moving and the party going til the very end and that’s exactly what he did!! Thank you Ryan for such a memorable experience!
response 08/07/2023
Dear Krista,
You guys know how to party!!! I had such a wonderful time at your wedding an...
d Logan's dance with his mother to the cover of "I will always love you'" was one of the most touching and heartfelt mother/son dances I've ever experienced!
Joe M
5.0
8/01/2023
I can absolutely promise that if you choose Ryan with Perfect Memory Events you will have an electric and unforgettable dance floor, all while providing a service to ensure that each step of your wedding flows smoothly.
Before our wedding he offered us as many virtual or in-person meetings as we liked to hear about our wedding planning. He offered great advice on the timing of events for our wedding. He was very responsive and always so kind and courteous during our conversations.
We decided to leave the music choice entirely up to Ryan for our wedding, and he did a wonderful job as he was able to keep our dance floor busy and our guests dancing for 3.5 hours straight! There was not a single time we didn’t have people dancing, and we owe this partly to our guests, but a lot of it to his choice in music. He also made our guests happy by accepting any and all music requests!
With regards to our first dance, he was even able to assist us in our special request of remixing and combining two songs. He provided amazing advice on how to fully realize our first dance wish, and it was an absolute highlight of our wedding for us.
All of the above is what a couple hopes and expects with their choice in DJ, however Ryan take his service one step further by getting to know your photographers, wedding planners, venue hosts, and more to provide a seamless wedding. We were incredibly impressed with his attention to detail and flexibility when it came to our schedule. He listened to our needs and wishes when we wanted to do certain activities, and provided excellent advice on when to start/stop other activities to allot time when needed.
As I said when I began this review, I promise you that choosing Perfect Memory Events will make your wedding day absolutely special and the event it deserves to be.
Thank you SO MUCH for an unforgettable wedding and all of your help!!!
response 08/02/2023
Dear Joe & Jess,
What a wedding you both had!!! I loved the energy of your friends & fami...
ly which translated to the amazing energy we had on the dance floor. It was so cool to run into one of our guests who saw me at a wedding he attended 3 months ago. The Best Man speech was so amazing and playing that audio from him not being able to make it was such a crowd pleaser. He should be a standup comedian :) You're first dance was amazing transitioning into an acoustic version of Whitney Houston's "I Wanna Dance With Somebody" cover into the real song & inviting guests out to the dance floor to kick off the night. I'm so happy I could find a beautiful version to make your vision come to life!
All My Best,
Ryan
Melissa H
5.0
6/19/2023
Ryan was amazing! From the beginning to the end, Ryan had great ideas and suggestions to make my granddaughter's wedding the Best Day Ever! I cannot say enough great things about Ryan's professionalism, support, encouragement, and fun! He had some many wonderful ideas from his vast wedding experience. Ryan made the wedding ceremony run smoothly and played all the songs perfectly. And the reception was so much fun no one wanted it to end. I have hired DJ's in the past for other weddings and Ryan is absolutely the BEST! If (when) we have another wedding to plan, Ryan will be our first call! If you want your wedding day to be your Best Day Ever, then Ryan at Perfect Memory Events is the DJ for you!
response 06/20/2023
Dear Melissa, I'm so happy you reached out to me to find someone for your granddaughters w...
edding. I loved seeing your excitement with all the fun songs everyone came up with and to truly make the day special for Benjamin & Sierra. From the walk down the isle out on the pathway with the beautiful green grass leading up to the gazebo, introduction, fun toasts, special dances, we captured everything leading up to a fun bubble exit. To see the joy in everyone's faces is why I love what I do so much :)
Rose H
5.0
6/19/2023
I cannot say enough great things about Ryan! From the very first phone call consult he went above and beyond to help make our dream wedding come to life! As a DIY bride, he was so integral in having a fun, stress-free wedding. From creating the timeline of the day to providing tips throughout the planning process he went way beyond excellent music and sound on our big day which he also totally delivered!!! Ryan is professional, kind, encouraging and super fun! 1000/10 would recommend him!
response 06/20/2023
Dear Rose,
I had an absolutely wonderful time helping you & Cort on your wedding day! Fr...
om the cool ceremony music to the recessional song by Mac Miller cued up at a perfect point of impact, working with your brother Finn & photographer Matt to kicking off the evening with your mother Maggie's special song request, it was a truly magnificent time!!!
Morgan M
5.0
1/19/2023
Ryan was the most incredible DJ we could have ever asked for. His attention to detail, strong and clear desire to make our day the best one ever, his ideas, passion, infectious jovial personality, willingness to ride with the flow or change something in a heartbeat...I could go on. I truly believe we lucked out finding the best DJ in all of Oregon.
Ryan is an aspect of our wedding I will never forget. He is personable, easy to talk to and work with, and understanding.
He goes out of his way to work with the vendors you've hired to create a cohesive environment that ensures everything goes off without a hitch.
We frequently talk about how we want to relive our wedding day, and if we were to do so, it wouldn't be possible or the same without Ryan. He truly made the day one of the best days of our life!
Stella D
5.0
1/16/2023
Ryan was AMAZING! He was super patient with us and helped us put together our ideas. My husband and I have different tastes in music and he created a cohesive playlist for us that included everything we wanted! Ryan helped coordinate the events of the day as well as made sure everyone was keeping to schedule. There were no awkward lulls throughout the entire event and all of my guests were telling me compliments about Ryan. Everyone thought the wedding was seamless, and my husband and I had so much fun! Ryan took care of so many details and he was also super personable and warm. The day was so much easier for us with Ryan!
Guy S
5.0
1/09/2023
When looking for a Wedding DJ, we didn’t really know where to start. It was one of the last vendors we picked because it was the one that we had the hardest time knowing what to look for. When we had our first phone call with Ryan, we loved how excited he was about us and how he really took the time to get to know us and what we were looking for. We knew then that he was the right guy for the job. Ryan was perfect for our big day. He was always very professional while still knowing how to be fun. Ryan was there to really help make our day flow smoothly with making announcements for guests so that everyone always knew where/when to be. If you’re looking for a DJ with lots of experience and someone who can make sure your wedding day flows without any bumps, we highly recommend Ryan and Perfect Memory Events.
Charles B
5.0
11/30/2022
From the moment I spoke with Ryan over the phone, I could immediately tell that he would do everything he could do ensure our wedding reception ran as smoothly as possible. He was always very attentive to our requests and did an excellent job DJ'ing and MC'ing for our reception. Thanks again, Ryan!
Kelsi S
5.0
11/29/2022
Ryan is incredible!! I was referred to him by our Venue, and he exceeded all of my expectations. I was able to send him our dance songs, aisle song and ~20 songs we likes to show our style and he took it away from there. Our friends and family also spoke highly about him.
Very clear communication, up best personality, roll with the punches demeanor which helped us ease any worries.
Thomas P
5.0
11/11/2022
My wife and I could not be happier that Ryan DJ'd our wedding!
He is professional, knowledgable, prompt, and most of all friendly. He was always available whenever we had questions about music (or quite frankly anything else related to weddings), he was able to direct our guests with ease, and had the perfect songs at the perfect time. I couldn't think of a better person to have been there on our day.
Abby J
5.0
9/23/2022
Ryan was such a wonderful addition to our wedding day! He was punctual, professional, and fun. He really took the time to get to know us as a couple before the wedding and it made all the difference. After each pre-wedding check in I always felt so excited for the wedding and knew that we were in good hands with Ryan. We cannot say enough good things about Perfect Memory Events!
L & Y J
5.0
9/02/2022
Ryan from Perfect Memory Events is very passionate about what he does, the moment we met and talked with him we knew we had to go with Perfect Memory Events. He guided and helped us plan out with the event timeline, music and everything. He was on point, understood what we wanted exactly and made it happen.
Thanks to Ryan, we definitely had a dreamy once in a lifetime Wedding.
Sara M
5.0
8/24/2022
Ryan was the perfect DJ for our wedding. We booked with him back in 2020 and he rode with us along this long journey to our 2022 wedding. He perfected every detail about our wedding and assisted so much with keeping the day flowing smoothly. We can't recommend him enough! Thank you Ryan!
Hallie H
5.0
8/24/2022
We can’t recommend Ryan Hein's DJ services highly enough! Ryan helped us with so many tiny details about our August 2021 wedding by having us fill out a specific questionnaire to help us organize our special day, down to the minute. Before the wedding, Ryan communicated with us via phone and email several times (because intense Covid restrictions were still in place), answering all of our questions and making us feel comfortable with how the day would go. His pricing is reasonable and honest with no hidden fees. Ryan was knowledgeable about our venue (Mount Hood Skibowl), and even helped with creating our wedding day timeline. He made every moment special, such as playing music during our cocktail hour, dinner, and even while we cut the cake. (That was one of my favorite moments of our wedding, the music during the cake cutting!) His musical transitions between cocktail hour, dinner, after dinner visiting, speeches, cake cutting, and first dances were flawless and well-thought-out. When our timeline got a little offtrack towards the beginning of our reception, he calmly and easily went with the flow. Ryan also checked in with us throughout the evening to make sure we were enjoying the music and if we needed help with anything. He played all of our dance song requests and he had such a fun mix of music that kept so many of our guests dancing that night! We couldn’t have had such an amazing wedding reception without Ryan and are so thankful we found him.
Andrea C
5.0
8/15/2022
Ryan was a fantastic DJ. From the moment we met till the very end of the process Ryan showed up, was enthusiastic, and made us feel SO special. I would recommend him over and over again!
Courtney S
5.0
8/04/2022
From our first meeting to the wedding itself, Ryan was the absolute best! As a bride, it’s difficult to find vendors you can trust, but Ryan made the entire process so easy. He’s thoughtful and organized and so fun! We received so many compliments from our guests that Ryan did a great job guiding the timeline of our wedding without demanding too much attention. My day-of coordinator was so grateful for his help. He always just made it feel like he had things handled—and he truly did! I would absolutely recommend Perfect Memory Events. He did a fantastic job!
Sarah S
5.0
8/04/2022
Ryan was just the most amazing DJ. All our guests loved him, he is an MC too and did a very funny augment introducing all of our bridal party which our guests loved. He was able to read the room and dance floor and kept people dancing until 1am! When the wedding ended. He helped make our day so special. I will definitely be recommending Ryan to friends and family. He was a pleasure to work with throughout the Covid rescheduling process too. Always so bright and bubbly he has a great personality. Thank you Ryan Hein (Perfect Memory). Your services were invaluable :-)
Ashley S
5.0
8/01/2022
Ryan Hein did an amazing job. We booked a year before the wedding and he had constant talk through the year up until the wedding day! We worked together to create a perfect wedding day rundown, complete from ceremony to end of reception. He is very outgoing, personable, and overall, FUN! When it came to wedding day he was on top of everything. Quick, professional, and very creative. We had many compliments and we did not have a normal wedding. We did our theme to Harry potter and worked together on the playlist for guests arrival as well. I had so much fun with Ryan and hope to cross paths with him again.
Love Ashley and Charles Bagley
Leah P
5.0
7/05/2022
Ryan was so professional throughout my wedding and planning process. He definitely goes the extra mile to make sure that everything you need gets done! Before I even hired him he helped me plan out a timeline for my wedding and sent it to me just because! He is so friendly and there was never a dull moment during our event! People stayed out on the dance floor all night and he was everything we could’ve asked for! Thank you Ryan!
Lily T
5.0
7/02/2022
Ryan did a great job DJing and MCing our wedding last month. During the reception, he was able to keep most of the crowd on the dance floor having a good time, but he was also able to sprinkle in our favorite line dances. He was so professional and really cared about making our wedding into everything we wanted it to be.
Ashley H
5.0
6/17/2022
Ryan made us feel so incredibly special and taken care of! The music was perfect! We have been impressed since day one by his work ethic and talent, and have already started recommending Perfect Memory Events to friends!
Gail T
5.0
6/13/2022
I could not have chosen a more perfect company to go with for my wedding. Ryan Hein is one of the most positive, professional, helpful, and fun people I have ever had the opportunity to work with. He not only helped with all the music, and gave songs to select from. He helped plan out every step of the wedding ceremony and reception, I had absolutely no idea what I was doing, and having Ryan there to walk me through it was invaluable. I am incredibly thankful I found Perfect Memory Events, they made our wedding so wonderful! I will be recommending Perfect Memory Events to anyone I know planning an wedding or event. Thank you Ryan!! :)
Paige H
5.0
5/09/2022
Ryan was so positive and professional from our first phone call until after our wedding day. His experience shone through, guiding us with his suggestions and allowing us to customize his services to our audio needs. He was extremely professional and also maintained consistent perfect music selections from before the ceremony to the final song of our reception - we received many compliments from our guests on his music choices for every aspect of the wedding!
Charlotte M
5.0
3/03/2022
Ryan was amazing! Super helpful, professional, upbeat, and FUN! Highly recommend.
Avalon T
5.0
2/02/2022
Ryan and Alex from Perfect Memory Events were so awesome to work with! Ryan was so prepared for our first meeting and had so much information already prepared it made our decision to work with him easy. The entire planning process was so easy and so many options to choose from that we got exactly what we wanted. Alex was our DJ on the day of and was equally as great! Very flexible and accommodating with everything. Very happy with our choice!
Sabrina M
5.0
1/23/2022
Ryan was so helpful! Not just in figuring out the music, but he helped us plan out our whole day's schedule too. He was super enthusiastic, professional, and insightful. As soon as we got on our first phone call to meet him, we both knew he was who we needed for the job. Our guests absolutely adored him! We cannot recommend him enough!
Danielle S
5.0
1/09/2022
Ryan was absolutely amazing!! He has such knowledge about weddings that made him a great resource about fine tuning out day of schedule. His help was invaluable! The one piece of advice I would give future couples who hire Ryan is to plan with him some songs that you're ok missing so you can do pictures! Ryan played all of our favorites so we didnt want to get off the dance floor!!!
Alaina R
5.0
1/08/2022
Ryan was AMAZING! He was positive, easy going, professional, and a truly gifted DJ. He made sure my husband and I were taken care of with music and the flow of events. Our wedding was memorable and ORGANIZED, which I valued. Ryan made it happen!
Peter + Sami G
5.0
1/07/2022
Ryan was absolutely fantastic! We gave him very little to go off of in terms of music selection, but even with that hurdle in place he was able to make an amazing playlist that didn't have a bad song on it! He was very professional on the day of the wedding, showing up early to get set up and orient himself to the venue and our plans, and then following that up by managing the flow of the ceremony and reception perfectly. His energy and enthusiasm are contagious, and helped wipe away any day-of jitters we had. 10/10, thank you Ryan!
Harrison R
5.0
1/06/2022
Ryan is incredible and was a vital part of making our day all it could be. We wanted a very non-traditional wedding on Halloween and Ryan's enthusiasm and experience was so helpful in making everything run smoothly. He was incredibly responsive to questions and worked with us to pick out perfect moments from our requested songs to play as well as understanding the vibe we wanted and making suggestions to make our ceremony one of a kind. Perhaps the best endorsement came from our guests who had nothing but great things to say about Ryan.
Jessica N
5.0
1/05/2022
Ryan’s attention to detail is outstanding! I was so particular about our music and he blew it out of the water. Was able to roll with the flow and there were no hiccups because of his impeccable pre-planning. He is super passionate about what he does and it really shows! I recommend him to everyone I know.
Brittany H
5.0
10/26/2021
One of the things I was most stressed about for my wedding was choosing a DJ. They honestly play a huge role in your special day. I had a phone conversation with Ryan and was pleased with his knowledge and experience and we secured our date with him. He was responsive and helpful through the whole process. Our wedding day could not have gone smoother and I truly believe Ryan played the biggest part in this, always making sure we were on schedule.
Not only that, but I was really worried no one would dance at my wedding. And let me tell you, there was not even a second where the dance floor was bare. Even when you thought you were ready to take a break and people started to break off to grab a drink or snack, Ryan would play a nice slow song and then follow it up with a huge hit that everyone flocked the dance floor again.
I even had guests telling me how great he was. If you’re trying to find the perfect DJ for your special day. Look no further. Ryan is the best of the best.
Emy L
5.0
10/11/2021
When I first found Ryan on here, I couldn’t believe he had 5 star reviews but once he helped us with our wedding I realized he deserves every 5 star review he has on here! He is amazing, so kind and literally helped us through the entire wedding with minimal effort and he was ever the consummate professional. We didn’t hire a wedding planner but if we had I almost feel it would have been a waste because Ryan did all the work a wedding planner would have done. He made our night so seamless it was dare I say magical? Haha but seriously hire Ryan you won’t regret it!
Jon N
5.0
9/27/2021
I want to thank you for doing an excellent job at our wedding. Ryan you really went above and beyond for Riley and I.
I can’t thank you enough, you played such an important role in how flawless the wedding went. The music was absolutely perfect. The guests knew where they needed to be and what was happening next with zero confusion. We didn’t have to worry about a thing, you worked wonderfully with the other vendors and kept my giant bridal party of 20 in line.
The only anxiety I had was saying my vows at the alter and our first dance, and that was me worrying, because I didn’t want to mess up.
You did a perfect job and I have had countless compliments about how great you did with music and that when Riley, Ernie and I did the ceremony, the crowd heard every word crystal clear.
I’m sure you hear this all of the time but our wedding was the perfect day and you’re a huge reason it was.
Chi H
5.0
9/01/2021
Ryan was very on top of things, worked great alongside our day-of wedding coordinator, and even went the extra step to send us a thank you card after working our event. A stand-up guy and a great business.
Haley W
5.0
8/13/2021
Ryan is a phenomenal DJ and the person you want to have next to you at your wedding. His enthusiasm and positivity is contagious, and he kept us excited throughout the entire process (including having to postpone our original wedding due to COVID). Ryan is responsive and a wealth of knowledge. He is truly experienced at what he does, and it shows. He helped us get back on track seamlessly when our wedding had to start a little later because of traffic from an accident on the highway leading to our venue. He kept the dance floor packed. Multiple people commented on how much fun they had, and I attribute much of that to the atmosphere Ryan set. He personalizes so many details, and you can tell that he genuinely loves his work. If he is available for your date, don't hesitate to book him. You won't regret it.
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