Sound Investment DJ Service, Lights & Photo Booth
$796 starting price
Connecticut, New York, Massachusetts, Rhode Island
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AWARD WINNER (12X)
Thanks to recommendations from couples on The Knot
What We Do and Why We're Different
Most people think we just show up with a sound system and play music. There's a lot more to it than that. Being successful Wedding DJs means we need to know many things: Protocol, Tradition, Music Knowledge, Psychology, Public Speaking, and the ability to "read" the crowd. But we also need to be a little bit of "Wedding Coordinator" too. Our Responsibilities to you are:
Before Your Wedding...
• Have Several Planning Meetings
• Site Survey of an Unfamiliar Venu
• Provide Liability Insurance to Venue
• Have All of your Music
• Attend the Ceremony Rehearsal
• Arrive 1 to 2 hours Early
• Test all Equipment
• Have Music Playing as Guests Arrive
• Formally Dressed
During Your Wedding...
• Follow your Plans, Keep things on track
• Line up, Introduce You and your Bridal Party
• Instruct the Best Man & Maid of Honor for the Toast
• Establish a rapport with your guests
• Coordinate Introductions, First Dance, and Dinner with the Caterer and Vendors
• Get people on the dance floor in between courses
• Keep our finger on the "Pulse" of your Wedding so that it never gets boring
• Keep the music volume at a reasonable level during Dinner
• Alert the Photographer/Videographer if plans unexpectedly change
• Handle the Cake Cutting
• Introduce Parent Dances
• Announce any Birthdays or Anniversaries you may provide
• Tastefully handle the Garter/Bouquet Toss, if you're doing it
Your Wedding Package Includes:
• Professional DJ/MC for the length of your Event
• State of the Art Sound System
• Backup Equipment
• Online Planning Account
• Online Music Library
• Complimentary Light Show (night events)
• "Day of" Coordination
Add-Ons to Consider:
• Ceremony Sound System
• Ceremony Microphones
• Photo Booth Rental
• Giveaways
• Decorative Lighting
• Custom Monogram
• Video Slide Show
At Sound Investment, we have worked with every Photographer and videographer in the area and at over 450 Catering Venues. Check out our Venues Page to see if your Reception Site is listed.
Sound Investment DJ Service, Lighting & Photo Booth is a wedding entertainment company based in Danbury, CT.
What You'll Love About Sound Investment DJ Service, Lighting & Photo Booth
Couples love the energy and enthusiasm of these event experts. They also appreciate the team's communicative and professional service. Check out the FAQs for more information about what Sound Investment brings to your special day.
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Indian
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Reviews
4.9
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Kirk Michaels received glowing reviews as a wedding DJ, with many praising his ability to read the crowd, create a fun atmosphere, and keep guests entertained and dancing throughout the event. Reviewers appreciated his communication, professionalism, and willingness to meet and discuss details before the wedding. Kirk's flexibility, music selection, and overall impact on the party were highlighted, making him highly recommended for couples looking for a charismatic and talented DJ for their special day.- Top reviews
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Emily Rose C
5.0
9/01/2024
Kirk did a great job as DJ and MC at our wedding. He created a great vibe from cocktail hour through dinner and responded quickly to any song requests from our guests. Kirk was communicative and helpful in our planning process, and brought the humor we needed to de stress.
Margaux A
5.0
6/26/2024
We got married 5/24 and Kirk did a great job at reading the vibes of the party and keeping people engaged and on the dance floor. He took directions really well and was very responsive if we wanted a song to end early. He was flexible with meeting before the wedding. He genuinely seems like he loves weddings and was a very kind person to work with through the whole process.
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Thomas G
5.0
12/06/2022
Kirk was absolutely fabulous. He was attentive to our desires and responsive to our requests for "off the menu" service items and songs. Ran a great event with sound, lights and one of those goofy photo booths (that proved to be quite popular). I would hire him again.
Radek N
5.0
11/02/2022
Kirk was not only our DJ, but became our friend. To this day, we still keep in touch and sometimes grab a coffee. When we met Kirk, we had a rigid timeline on a spreadsheet, of times, playlists, expectations, etc. , but really didn't know what to expect. When we spoke with him, we could tell that we were in good hands and that he had done this many times before. We felt the stress of the rigid timeline leaving us and felt fully comfortable giving him flexibility based on his expertise. It was the best decision we could have made. He had all the songs on our playlist and was able to also advise on some changes based on our guest list. He is punctual, professional, and has a fun attitude that got all our wedding guests to the dance floor.
Mike S
5.0
11/01/2022
Professional and interactive when it was time to interact! Kept everyone on the dance floor, playing music that entertained Boomers to Gen Z. The right amount of energy to keep the night humming, but did not "outdo" the main event!
Leslie C
4.0
10/31/2022
Sound Investments DJ Service was easy to work with. Kirk was prompt, well dressed, and professional. He made it easy to for us to concentrate on our day.
He did a nice job with our entrance music to the wedding and for the wedding party entrance to the reception. He MC'ed the evening, played requested music, and kept people dancing.
Ashlie B
5.0
10/30/2022
Kirk was the perfect DJ for us! He went above and beyond to help us have everything the way we wanted, met with us several times before the wedding to go over the details and was super accommodating when we had to move our date a year forward because of the pandemic. He also has a great sense of humor and was an amazing MC! Thank you Kirk!!!!!
Robert F
5.0
10/30/2022
Kirk Michael’s Is a great DJ and entertainer. He takes the time to get to know his clients and his audience so that he can make the entertainment for your special day the best that I can be. He was able to keep people on the Dancefloor all afternoon on our special day.
Arthur S
5.0
10/30/2022
Excellent DJ!!
Linda S
5.0
10/30/2022
Kirk is an amazing DJ. We recently hired him for my daughter’s wedding. Everyone had a great time!
This is the fourth time we have hired him for various events and he did an amazing job every time!
Brian S
5.0
10/30/2022
Krik and his team made sure our party was a blast. He made sure to follow our requests. We have received many compliments on how the event went and how the DJ read the audience and ensured we all had a great time.
Matthew M
5.0
10/30/2022
My wife and I loved working with Kirk Michaels. He guided us through picking the perfect wedding playlist, and he was an excellent DJ: he kept the party going and knew exactly what to play at what time. He’s great at reading the room and knowing what’ll get people on the dance floor. My wife and I are thrilled with him, and would 100% recommend him to any couples planning a wedding. A DJ can really make or break a wedding, and I know hiring Kirk Michaels will ALWAYS make a wedding - he’s incredible at what he does.
Andrea S
5.0
10/30/2022
Kirk Michaels is an incredible DJ - he is personable and charismatic, and wants to make sure you have an amazing wedding AND the wedding that you want. He’s been in the business a long time, so he also has great suggestions and ideas if you’re stuck picking music for certain parts of the wedding reception. I loved working with him, and I’d highly recommend him to anyone planning a wedding. He helped create a great party and a memorable evening for my husband and I!
Venus P
5.0
10/29/2022
Kirk of Sound Investment was fun to work with and very professional. All our guests loved the music and had a great time. He played the right style of music based on whether we were eating, mingling, or dancing. We would definitely hire him again.
Christopher L
5.0
10/28/2022
We were extremely pleased with Sound Investment DJ services. Kirk Michaels kept in touch with us and met with us in advance to be absolutely clear regarding our plans for our celebration. We were delighted with the entire event. Our guests danced throughout the evening and had a fabulous time. We highly recommend Sound investment.
Armond C
5.0
10/28/2022
Hiring Sound Investment to provide the music at our wedding reception turned out great and was beyond what we were expecting. Kirk was very easy to talk to and was very enthusiastic in making our day special. It was great that we could choose the songs to be played. Using the website to select from the vast library of songs was fun and easy. He met with us early in the planning stages and also right before the wedding to make sure everything was set. During the reception the music sounded amazing and was the perfect volume. He encouraged our guests to be more involved, dance, and have fun. He also was happy to play some of our guest's music requests and helped with announcements. The price was also very reasonable. I highly recommend hiring Sound Investment for your next event.
Mike P
5.0
10/27/2022
If you’re looking for a DJ for your next party, wedding or event Kirk is your guy! He was easy to talk to and always available by phone, text or email when my wife & I had questions. We met multiple times before our wedding to go over timeline, song selections and every other detail. He made us feel at ease that he would handle getting the party started and telling our guests what to expect next. The dance floor was packed all night from Kirk’s awesome playlist!
Rebecca P
5.0
10/27/2022
Kirk was the prefect addition to our wedding day! He took the time to meet with us before our wedding and go over all the details. He gave suggestions, helped plan the timeline and calmed our nerves about how our night would run. The music selection was perfect for our guests, they were able to request and he got everyone out on the dance floor all night! Highly recommend Kirk for your next event!
Deb E
5.0
10/19/2022
Our daughter, the bride, loves all types of music and provided Kirk with many hours of songs from her various playlists. Guests' ages ranged was from 3 to 79, and Kirk had everyone up on the floor and dancing all night long. He readily played suggestions that the guests brought to him, and our daughter received many compliments on the range and appeal of the music - he knew just what to play, and when. The photo booth he provided was a huge hit with young and old alike. We had a wonderful experience with Kirk and Sound Investment DJ Service!
Emily R
2.0
10/26/2021
The good: Kirk got all of our ceremony music right and played good music prior to the wedding, during cocktail hour, and dinner. He played relatively good music for the reception as well.
The bad: From the very beginning of our working relationship, Kirk spoke most directly to my husband and spoke over me, frequently. He, on more than one occasion, made jokes to my husband that they'd have to "take the bride's ideas into consideration," with an eye roll. As if my husband was the client, not the couple. On more than one occasion he even suggested that our taste in music was questionable (I'm a professional musician. So...) meanwhile he made suggestions for pre-ceremony music that were, at best, Muzak. So he either wasn't listening to us or doesn't know how to work with peoples' tastes. SO we ended up creating our own pre-ceremony playlist for him to use. We were planning our wedding from out of town so most of our meetings occurred over Zoom so I figured, maybe he just doesn't read that well over the internet. The week of the wedding we met in person and Kirk took diligent notes, so I felt a little less anxious. And despite his behavior towards me throughout the process, assured us he's very "pro-chick." So don't worry brides, he's enlightened. But, the day of the wedding, Kirk seemingly forgot all of the details he'd taken notes on. He made incorrect announcements throughout the night that my husband had to then rectify with the guests. He also griped and complained to our day-of coordinator, frequently. During the speeches, when my mother went up to speak, he saw how long her notes were and said "Oh my God" and rolled his eyes. She heard this and it hurt her. He looked bored and huffed during other speeches, which admittedly lasted a while. But we have a big family and no one else was complaining. During the reception, he frequently looked bored and checked out and his energy was flat, at best. We had the opportunity to add an hour to his time but chose not to. At the end of the night, he cornered my husband and demanded that he speak to him. My husband was distracted because, we had just gotten married and were dealing with shuttle issues. Kirk literally snapped in my husband's face and said "Dude you have to pay attention. I'm talking to you here." Frankly we were uninterested in what he had to say about what he would have done differently. Because what he thought he should have changed was way off base. He was rude as hell. Then, after we had left, he stuck around and asked the bar to give him drinks.
Over all, if we could do it over I'd hire someone else. Kirk may have been great in his prime but I think he's exhausted and should probably retire.
Kyle L
3.0
7/17/2021
Good and bad:
My wife and I hired Kirk for our wedding. Kirk was very accommodating prior to the wedding to help us organize the music part. He gave us ideas for different types of music for the ceremony which was helpful. For the reception we selected a lot of our own music we wanted played. We had a lot of Spanish music, which we were concerned he didn’t have a lot of experience playing. He bought the songs that he didn’t have so we could play them the wedding day.
Now the bad part. Because Kirk didn’t have a lot of knowledge w Spanish music, he didn’t know when to play certain songs to get the party dancing. I told Kirk, all I want is to make sure everyone dances all night and he unfortunately fell a little short there. My wife went up to him during the reception and asked him
To change things up to get more people dancing but struggled. Finally the last hour he was able to pick it up a little and get people dancing.
As a DJ, you have 2 main jobs (IMO) play music and make people dance. When there wasn’t many people dancing, you need to feel the crowd and know what it will take to get people dancing, Kirk couldn’t do that. I feel like Kirk is past him prime and struggled getting everyone hyped. We had multiple complaints on the dj from guest days after. Kirk is a nice guy and probably does a fine job w basic events. We are a younger couple and wanted the place jumping all night and it didn’t happen. If the crowd wasn’t dancing to a certain song, he would play the whole song instead of changing it up to get people to start dancing again. I’ve never DJ’ed before but I’ve been to many clubs and events and I know when a DJ is good at their craft, Kirk can play music, that’s it. My wife and I both agreed we think we should have found someone younger that has good energy and can adapt to any crowd to make them dance. We had a great wedding but one thing we would’ve changed is the DJ.
Christine L
5.0
11/01/2019
Sound Investment was the DJ at the wedding I went to and I had a great time. Kirk played great music and he was very entertaining. If I ever get married again, I think I will call Sound Investment!
Jeremy P
5.0
10/31/2019
Experienced D.J., used for my own wedding and have had two cousins use him for theirs. Our family loves him. Always, always does an awesome job.
Becky P
5.0
10/31/2019
Outstanding D.J., highly recommended. Also great for corporate events, Sweet 16 parties. Always relaxed and gracious when dealing with guests. Lots of experience and awesome music.
Mary S
5.0
10/31/2019
I highly recommend Kirk! He's very personable and has a great sense of professionalism and humor.
Suzanne S
5.0
10/31/2019
We had so much fun at our daughter's wedding because Kirk from Sound Investment really created an awesome event! He had all of us dancing! Great music, great fun! I'd give him 10 stars if I could!!!! <3
Victoria P
5.0
10/28/2019
Kirk Michaels did an excellent job as our DJ at our wedding reception! I’ve been to many other weddings before and since and haven’t enjoyed the entertainment as when Kirk is DJ. He remains professional throughout, but also keeps everyone engaged and throws in humor to keep things upbeat. He pronounced all names perfectly and kept things moving along. Would recommend Sound Investment DJ Services very highly!
Sue C
5.0
10/25/2019
Stop looking for a DJ because I know the BEST one!!! Kirk Michaels from Sound Investment is absolutely amazing. We met and talked over ideas and songs and he created the perfect playlist for our wedding!! Everything came out perfect and my guests had a blast dancing the night away. Kirk is a blast to work with and I couldn’t imagine my day without him there. I can’t thank him enough for making our day so memorable. It was so much fun making great memories with family and friends!! Kirk is a MUST HAVE for any party and especially your wedding!!! 5 stars aren’t enough, I would give 100!
Erica f
5.0
10/25/2019
My wedding experience was nothing short of a magical experience thanks to Kirk and Sound Investment entertainment.
He helped us pull off a wedding within a month and really brought to light our vision!
Thank you Kirk and your team!
Nicholas P
5.0
10/24/2019
Kirk was fantastic. He was extremely helpful in walking us through the process of selecting music, how important the flow of the evening is, and introduction of the wedding party. He made everything on our end feel effortless and the result was phenomenal. There are still guests and family members commenting on our music selection. We even had wait staff at our venue, who have seen hundreds of weddings with different djs, comment on how great our music and flow of the evening was. There were always people on the dance floor. I could not be happier with the services Kirk provided us, including the extras like the photo booth and the unexpected photos and videos he took of moments which our photographers didn't even get! Overall Kirk is amazing and I would recommend him to anyone!
Jessica R
5.0
10/24/2019
Kirk with Sound Investment was amazing from start to finish! There were always people out on the dance floor and the song recommendations he gave us were top notch! Everyone, even the waitresses at our venue who have probably heard many dj’s pass through their venue for weddings, complimented me on how well the music selection was. All of that couldn’t have been possible without Kirk! I can’t recommend him enough!!
Jean S
4.0
10/23/2019
Kirk did an excellent job with the flow of the wedding. From announcing the bridal party to each event and keeping everybody engaged on the dance floor. We first met Kirk when he did my older son’s wedding and was happy with him so we had him do my youngest son’s wedding also. Good luck Kirk!!!
Lisa W
5.0
10/23/2019
I found Kirk when planning my daughter's wedding from 800 miles away. He treated us like family, paying careful attention to our every request. I would recommend his services 100 times over. Thank you Kirk, for going the extra mile.
Miranda J
5.0
10/23/2019
We LOVED Kirk. He was the only one able to express our crazy personalities and I'm so grateful for it. It's been 6 months and my guests still compliment my DJ.
Brianne M
5.0
10/23/2019
Kirk did a great job and everyone had fun at our wedding!
Nicole C
5.0
10/22/2019
Kirk was awesome to work with! From the first meeting of planning out our ceremony and reception to the day of our wedding! He knew every time I logged into our account and would reach out to me to make sure all was ok. Bill (our dj the day of) was AMAZING! He had our guests on their feet and everyone still talks about how much fun they had at our wedding! We also had the photobooth through Kirk - which was attended by one of his employees. The props were awesome, guests had great laughs and really enjoyed it. I highly recommend Kirk and his crew!!
Hayley B
5.0
12/15/2018
My sister used Kirk 4 years ago for her wedding and he did such a good job that it was a no brainer that we use him as well! He is very easy to work with and really cares about you individually. He’ll take all direction you give him but is also willing to help you when you’re not sure what to play! He takes all the stress out of planning a party. He kept all my guests on their feet and the party going! It was such an pleasure to work with Kirk and I would recommend him to anyone looking for a fun, accountable and well seasoned DJ!
Stacy A
5.0
11/01/2018
We hired Kirk with Sound Investments for our wedding in July 2018. He was highly professional throughout the process of initial meetings, selecting songs, and helping arrange and recommend suggestions on the flow of the wedding. On our wedding day, Kirk was able to quickly adapt to some last minute changes and was always in tune with the mood of the guests with his playlist. Kirk can interact with a variety of guest’s personalities and keep the mood fun while still fun maintaining the schedule of events. We would definitely hire him again and highly recommend his services.
Courtney W
5.0
10/30/2018
Kirk was an absolute gem and added immeasurably to our wedding. He even came to the rehearsal dinner and played all of our music to make it seem more “real.” He met many times with us, and was very respectful, funny and knowledgeable. It was a source of great comfort to know that he was at our wedding. We miss him!!!!
R S
4.0
10/30/2018
Punctual. Professional. Customized a complete playlist for us and was the emcee for the evening.
Leonard S
5.0
10/30/2018
I am so glad that we chose Kirk as our wedding DJ. He was so helpful leading up to the wedding with song choices, ideas to get the guests up and involved, and did an awesome job on the big day. The guests all loved the music, and the fact that it wasn't so loud that you couldn't talk to each other. He knew just what to play to get people up and dancing. I would highly recommend Kirk!!
Jessica G
5.0
10/30/2018
Kirk helped make our wedding perfect! He was the DJ at my sister's wedding, and when it was my turn, I knew I wanted him to DJ ours as well! Not only was he great on the actual wedding day, but he was always available to meet, and willing to help us choose certain songs when we were struggling and always gave honest and helpful guidance. Our wedding guests are still raving about how good our DJ was, as the music was never too loud, and he always knew what songs to play to get people up and dancing. He made sure to include every song that we wanted played. I could not recommend Kirk enough!!
Halie B
5.0
10/29/2018
Kirk was awesome! He helped us pick music for all age groups at our wedding and made sure he played everything we requested! The dance floor was never empty! Kirk made it to all of our meetings, and rehearsal on time and even added lights last minute! Kirk was also super attentive to all details like both our parents wedding songs, and information about our wedding party, which we wouldn't ever think about in planning! I would definitely recommend him to any couple looking for a fun, outgoing, and upbeat DJ.
Joseph B
5.0
10/29/2018
Kirk did an excellent job putting together a fun playlist for our wedding. We met twice prior to the wedding to get a good feel for us and to make sure everything was covered and prepared to run smoothly. He added a few tasteful suggestions and was friendly to our guests. I’d highly recommend Kirk!
Bart B
5.0
10/29/2018
Kirk of Sound Investment turned a dark & stormy day into a great one. He seamlessly made all the adjustments necessary when the outdoor portion of the Whalen-Sigetti wedding had to be moved indoors. Marvelous integration of live and digital music during the event... solid coordination with those involved in the ceremony... kept the guests engaged and entertained well into the evening. Sound Investment went above and beyond to enhance this special day.
Chris S
5.0
10/29/2018
Professional and thorough. Knows how to read a crowd and keep things going.
Kelly G
5.0
10/28/2018
Kirk Michaels is wonderful! We did lots of research and we were having a difficult time finding someone that would meet our criteria: someone that could travel to another state, play both Greek & English music, create an uplit monogram, handle uplighting, provide us a photo booth with props, handle the ceremony AND be a total master of ceremonies...in ninety degree weather...during a holiday week...without charging us an arm and a leg. Kirk was our guy! Our wedding wouldn't have been half as awesome if he hadn't been placed in charge of those items. He is super easy going and flexible. We are so appreciative of his efforts. I personally have hired very well rated DJs in the area for multiple events but don't be fooled when you search Google for "wedding DJ," for example. A DJ doesn't set the tone for the event...a true master of ceremonies does. A lot of these "top rated" DJs will charge top prices to place top 40 songs all night...but they don't coordinate with vendors, personalize their interactions with guests or facilitate the evening. You'd be silly not to hire Sound Investment!
Carly A
5.0
10/28/2018
Kirk was excellent. I have nothing but good things to say about him. He made our wedding night rock! Our guests were commenting on him for weeks after our wedding, saying how wonderful he was, how he kept the crowd engaged, how he knew exactly what music to play at exactly the right time. I am so happy we went with Kirk, and we’d do it again in a heartbeat if we were to need DJ services for another event! Highly, highly recommended!
Shawn A
5.0
10/28/2018
Looking for a DJ? Look no further; Kirk Michaels, from sound investment is your guy. Everyone who knows me, knows that I don’t give rave reviews lightly. (Some calll it stingy. I call it being real) I pride myself on reserving my best words for the most deserving. Kirk is, without a shadow of a doubt, one of those “most deserving.” He will have you laughing, crying & dancing all night long. Sometimes, all at the same time! His work, professionalism, personality, & overall attitude & demeanor are not only commendable, but also out of this world! A few years ago, I honestly wouldn’t have been able to give you an answer as to whom you should book as your DJ. Fast forward to now, & the only answer I can even muster up for you, is: Kirk Michaels!! I can promise that you will not be disappointed. His work is excellent, & Kirk, as a person, is even better! BOOK HIM NOW! What are you waiting for?
Gene b
5.0
10/25/2018
Kirk was fantastic very punctual fun and very professional knows how to read the crowd.
Jillian B
5.0
9/29/2018
Kirk was our DJ for our wedding on September 7th. It was very easy deciding to book Kirk for the wedding day; meetings were fun, questions were answered easily and deciding songs and being able to request them were simple. He also did our ceremony music and came to the rehearsal so that way, he knew certain cues and made sure timing was perfect. He did SPECTACULAR with the reception; my friends and co-workers still talk about him to this day. He did amazing at making sure events were balanced and that everyone had a good time. We highly recommend Kirk for your wedding event.
Kelly H
5.0
7/07/2018
Kirk Michaels is the man. We met Kirk at a bridal show and he was able to quote us what we felt was a very reasonable quote for uplighting, photobooth, dj for ceremony and reception, as well as a personalized uplighted monogram. We had a Greek American wedding in another state about 2.5 hours away. When we met with him to sign the contract, he was true to his word and we signed for the same amount- half the price we'd been quoted by other DJs who also asked we pay for mileage, gas, lodging, etc.
Kirk was always responsive via email or text. We met with him twice more.
He did his homework for sure...created a custom uplit logo for us which was also utilized on our photo strip for the booth, he picked up some extra photo booth props that went with our theme and even did a site survey without charging us for anything extra. We found this remarkable since he was pretty much a one man show.
He showed us what the uplighting, etc. looked like before the wedding to ensure we were all on the same page.
He was able to obtain a serious amount of detail about our family and friends in a short meeting. We didn't realize what he was up to until the night of our wedding when he did an indescribably awesome job using those details to get everyone out on the dance floor and to keep them there. We could have used an extra hour of dancing...and this coming from a group that is typically shy!
At the end of the night, he handed us a USB with all our Greek and English music, as well as all the photos from the photobooth and some add ons...including a group shot he facilitated of everyone out on the dance floor!
I've worked with very popular local DJs in the very recent past and I can say with confidence that there is a huge difference between a DJ and a true master of ceremonies. Don't expect a great party if you hire a DJ that will play music but doesn't know how to speak to or work a crowd. Expect a great party if you hire Kirk Michaels, the ultimate MC, (master of ceremonies) to handle your event.
We've had absolute rave reviews from all our guests and you will, too! Thanks, Kirk!
Mary F
5.0
10/28/2017
DJ Kirk Michaels was outstanding. The dance floor was hopping the entire wedding.
Kirk took the time to get to know what the bride and groom wanted (and didn't want!) for music and the "traditional" wedding moments.
He offered to join us for the rehearsal dinner since he also did the music for the wedding ceremony.
He is a very classy DJ with an excellent selection of music and he really knows how to keep the party going for five hours (6 including the ceremony) No small task.
All of the family and guests commented on what a great time they had, they never danced so much!
I highly recommend DJ Kirk Michaels.
Gabi H
5.0
10/28/2017
We had such a great wedding with Kirk as our MC/DJ! Kirk did a fantastic job with the flow of the evening and keeping us on time. He really understood our vision and helped it come to life. All the phases of the wedding were accompanied by well chosen music, and our requests for the entry/cake cutting/ first dances were played smoothly and without a hitch. He even had the equipment needed for the video portion of a toast. Our guests loved the music during the dancing and overall was an awesome night!
Lauren H
5.0
10/28/2017
Kirk did a fantastic job at our wedding in September. All the guests were up dancing and everything we planned happened without a hitch!
Bernadette Q
5.0
10/28/2017
Kirk was awesome! He personalized the wedding by making the guests feel warm and a part of the family. His ability to get everyone to participate on the dance floor through a wide variety of music was key to all the smiles at the wedding ... thanks Kirk!
Magee K
4.0
10/27/2017
Kirk was very willing to meet with us at a convenient time and place to go over wedding details. At the wedding, everyone loved the music and the photobooth!
Lauren P
5.0
10/24/2017
Kirk did an amazing job with our wedding! The music was great and he really worked with us on helping to pick the songs for our wedding. It was a pleasure to have him as our dj!!!
Jessica L
5.0
10/24/2017
We had the pleasure of having Sound Investment for our July wedding. Kirk and Bill were really great to work with and went beyond our expectations. They are really great people and we recommend them for your wedding!
Erin M
5.0
10/24/2017
Kirk was absolutely fantastic. Our guests were on the dance floor all night. I felt that he really paid attention to the special requests that we had and he also was very sensitive to a difficult change in the planned dances. Kirk also came up with a fun idea for our Red Sox/Yankees rival. We have had multiple guests tell us how great the wedding was and specifically how great the music at the wedding was. I highly recommend Kirk as a DJ. He really helped make our reception such an unforgettable night.
Jillian J
5.0
10/24/2017
Kept everything moving and on time. Very easy to work with !
Melissa C
4.0
4/24/2017
Kirk Michaels was very creative, fast to respond, and has great ideas! We had a great time planning the wedding with his help. Everything was wonderful! Our only issue was that we needed a final meeting and were given short notice which was quite stressful, but everything went well, we were pleased with both music and photo booth.
Heather O
5.0
11/03/2016
I can't say enough good things about Kirk! He really helped make our day personal and special. He was also great at helping calm my nerves and select all the songs I needed when I felt overwhelmed! Also the photo booth was a huge hit! So much fun! I would highly recommend Sound Investment to everyone!
Kevin M
5.0
10/29/2016
Kirk recently DJed our wedding at Tarrywile Mansion. We had several meetings and he made a big effort to get to know us. During the wedding he helped keep us on time and our guests entertained. The music he played was a mix of specific songs we requested & crowd favorites. He even found an acoustic version of our first dance song that we loved so much. Our guests had a great time and it was hugely due to Kirk's expertise and dedication to making sure each & every wedding is a success.
Kevin M
5.0
10/29/2016
We contacted Sound Investment after seeing them on our venues preferred vendor list. After speaking with Kirk it was very obvious that he knew what he was doing. Planning a wedding out of state is no easy task & Kirk's knowledge of the venue made him an ideal DJ for us. We told him we wanted to have lawn games during cocktail hour & he quickly suggested several setup options for the music. We signed our contract after a few phone conversations. About a year later, we met with Kirk in person to talk through our details. He asked a ton of questions to better get to know us, our guests, and understand the vibe we wanted for our wedding. My husband is very into music and had a solid vision for the type of music and flow he wanted. He & Kirk talked about bands & songs that would help accomplish our wedding goals. You could tell Kirk really knows his music & how to run a wedding! He even obtained a few rare songs for our ceremony and an acoustic live version of our first dance song! The day of the wedding he helped organize our parents and bridal party for the ceremony & introductions. Throughout the night he made it his mission to keep our timeline moving & not have any lulls or downtime for our guests to get bored. He kept everyone dancing throughout the night & played a fantastic set. Our guests had an amazing night & we truly appreciate Kirk's efforts to make sure the day went as smooth as it possibly could. Numerous people have said they hadn't danced that much at a wedding before! We would recommend Kirk to others.
Steven D
5.0
10/26/2016
Kirk was a GREAT help to making our wedding a success. Leading up to the wedding, we had a number of very particular musical requests, and when we gave him a list of 100 songs(a third of which he wasn't entirely familiar with), We were very impressed when he came back to us having investigated each one and organized them together into a wonderful playlist coordinated with our plan for the day.
Even further, when we started to have our schedule thrown completely off, Kirk easily rolled with the punches, and even helped advise us on how to best move the party forward and keep our guests happy. Even near the end when we were planning to extend the reception an extra 30 minutes to an hour, he consulted with us and showed us that the party was actually fading and we would be better off saving our money that we would have to spend on overtime for all the hired staff (himself included).
Kirk was instrumental in managing the ambiance of our wedding and reception and we will forever be greatful to him.
Judith T
5.0
10/25/2016
Kirk Michaels of Sound Investment makes certain that his company lives up the name he has given it. Not only does he ensure that his clients get a lot of bang for their buck, but he is truly invested in your event succeeding.
He spent a lot of time and energy making certain that he understood our wedding - the traditions we wanted to incorporate, the music we wanted to include, and the tenor of wedding. He was patient when my fiancé and I seemed undecided about elements of the wedding and offered examples of what others had done, assuring us that we had options and we couldn't really go wrong.
Kirk was particularly considerate of the fact that we were planning the wedding out-of-state. Kirk spoke with us on the phone and met with us in person several times. He remained flexible when our plans (and budget) changed. His knowledge of the venue (because he has worked so many events in the area) made him an asset as we tried to create floor plan that maximize our dance floor.
On the day of the event, he ensured the ceremony, cocktail hour, dinner, and dancing seamlessly flowed. He played the music that we selected, which included going out of the way to particular versions of New Orleans jazz songs. And Kirk knew when to call the party. This (tipsy) bride wanted the event to go on an extra hour, but Kirk (against the interest of filling his pockets) knew we should pack up on time.
Kirk was organized, courteous, and thoughtful and he knows how to work a crowd. I'd recommend him and Sound Investment to anyone.
Steve M
5.0
10/24/2016
Kirk was fantastic! He was so helpful in the planning process, which made the music part of our wedding stress-free. He then played a great mix of music that kept the people on the dance floor and made the reception so much fun! Friends and relatives are STILL telling us 6 weeks later that they can't remember the last time they did that much dancing and had that much fun at a wedding. He also included some personalized surprises which were very much appreciated. I HIGHLY recommend Sound Investment - they definitely lived up to their name!
Laurie N
5.0
10/24/2016
Kirk was excellent! He provided some excellent suggestions prior to the wedding, and selected the exact music that kept our guests dancing all night!
Kevin E
5.0
10/24/2016
My wife and I were married on December 30th of last year. I was in charge of very little, however, my wife-to-be allowed me to be responsible for the entertainment. Some time before our wedding, Immaculate High School celebrated its 50th anniversary and my sister was at the Saturday night dance held that weekend. She raved about the DJ, saying that he was great and that she never left the dance floor. The DJ was Kirk from Sound Investment. I put in the call and it was perfection from start to finish. Kirk met with us a couple of times and after all was said and done, I realized why this was important. I had some very specific ideas of how I wanted to music to go and if there is such a thing as a Groom-zilla...I was it. Kirk listened and executed and never got exasperated, at least as far as I could tell. He asked very specific questions about our particular story and he was able to work that information into the evening. He also some details about the wedding party and he added some personal touches to the introductions that I thought were amazing. Deirdre and I recommend Sound Investment DJ service whole heartedly and without reservation! 5 stars...!
Sarah A
5.0
10/24/2016
We were so happy with the services provided by Sound Investment for our wedding in August... Kirk did an amazing job of getting to know us and of reading our very mixed crowd of wedding guests to get everyone up and dancing. The music is such an important part of the entire day, and I couldn't have asked for anything better or more in tune for the vibe that we wanted to create. Thank you so much, again, for making our celebration as fun and joyful as we had hoped it would be!
Daisy M
5.0
10/24/2016
Kirk was wonderful! Not only was his price very affordable, he kept everyone on the dance floor throughout the evening. Would definitely recommend!
Kristina K
5.0
10/24/2016
Bill did a GREAT job at our wedding! He kept the guests dancing all night and was very interactive with them. I couldn't have asked for a better DJ!
Lisa D
5.0
10/23/2016
Kirk was great! Made my daughters wedding a very memorable event.