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$1,500 starting price
Huntsville, Alabama
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Michael West Jr
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AWARD WINNER (2X)
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Uncle Smiley The DJ is a dynamic entertainer based in Oak Harbor, WA, bringing a fresh party sound to weddings across the Washington area. Born and raised in Miami, owner Michael West JR takes his musical style from the city's vibrant nightlife. A resident performer at Skagit Skate, this innovative DJ promises to keep your dance floor packed and the tempo intact all night long.
As a US Navy veteran, Michael traveled around the world, experiencing diverse cultures and musical expressions. His military career continues to inspire him today, infusing his services with dependability and adaptability. Since 2011, Michael has transformed a lifelong passion for music into a professional business with a mind for making weddings unforgettable.
With Uncle Smiley The DJ, couples can enjoy all-in-one packages focusing on quality music and punctuality. Michael is delighted to offer to-be-weds absolute flexibility with music choice, a free consultation, and a military discount. His setlists cover a host of genres, from oldies to club beats, with plenty of soulful sounds in-between. As part of their package, couples can also avail of MC services, lighting, and fog machines.
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Michael West Jr
Owner
Uncle Smiley the DJ is renowned for his ability to turn any event into an unforgettable experience. Whether it is a wedding, a family reunion, or an all out party.
Uncle Smiley was born and raised in Miami, FL, where he was inspired by the city’s vibrant party culture. He cultivated a lifelong love of music, and began DJ’ing professionally in 2011 while attending Florida A&M University.
Currently, Uncle Smiley maintains a prolific schedule of performances around the Washington area.
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4.9
out of 5.026 reviews
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Uncle Smiley the DJ received glowing praise from multiple reviewers for his exceptional DJ skills, professionalism, and ability to keep the party energized all night long. Reviewers emphasized his seamless mixing, killer track selection, and talent in creating the perfect musical atmosphere for weddings. Many appreciated his flexibility, punctuality, and excellent communication, making him a highly recommended choice for couples looking to elevate their special day with top-notch music and entertainment.- Top reviews
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Francis O
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5.0
12/21/2024
Uncle Smiley the Dj is an absolute powerhouse behind the decks! Their seamless mixing, killer track selection, and ability to energize the crowd are unmatched. Every beat hit perfectly, and their unique style kept the vibe electric all night. If you want an unforgettable musical experience, Uncle Smiley is the one to book!
Response from Uncle Smiley The DJ on 12/21/2024
Thank you all for having me. GO NAVY!!
Megan L
5.0
9/11/2024
Michael was amazing!! I will always recommend him. He was professional, flexible, and did a great job. He showed up early and graciously accepted all the last minute changes we threw his way. He had an amazing playlist that everyone absolutely loved. He followed our timeline to a T and made everything stress free so we were able to enjoy our wedding. He is amazing and should be top on everyone’s list.
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Christine B
5.0
8/23/2024
We were impressed with the professionalism of Uncle Smiley. If you are looking for a great Dj 🎧 he’s your person.
He kept the beat going all night long. He made sure all of what I wanted was what I got. He will be my dj for any of our next events.
Samuel G
5.0
8/09/2024
From the time the reception started to cleanup, uncle Smiley kept the hits coming and the dance floor in heavy rotation for all ages!! Wish I could do the reception again!
Conner K
5.0
7/24/2024
The only thing I was in charge of for my wedding was the DJ and I’m so glad I picked DJ Uncle Smiley. Couldn’t recommend him more, he knew the right song for the vibe the entire night.
Response from Uncle Smiley The DJ on 07/26/2024
Thank you. Well wishes 🍺🍺
Sophie L
5.0
7/17/2024
Uncle Smiley the DJ (aka Michael) played at our wedding and he was awesome! Not only was he super chill and super kind, but he also had great taste in music! He was quick at responding to emails and was willing to work with my requests. I liked the songs he chose and was happy he included songs from my playlist as well. Mics for the ceremony and lights for the dance floor were all set up for us. He came early to the wedding and we were able to work everything out from there. Everything went smoothly and he made everything so easy on us! We got a ton of compliments from our guests saying that he was the best DJ they had ever experienced! Highly recommend DJ Uncle Smiley if you’re looking for someone to pump up your party!!!
Response from Uncle Smiley The DJ on 07/26/2024
Yeeeeah. Appreciate it 🍺🍺🍺
Kenyatta C
5.0
7/14/2024
Uncle Smiley the DJ was top notch for my wedding!! He's hilarious and a whole vibe! His music was on point and energy was point. He knows how to take care of his clients. He's super nice and we will book him again without a doubt. If you book him for your wedding TRUST ME you will not have to worry about a thing!
Response from Uncle Smiley The DJ on 07/26/2024
Thank you fam 🍺🍺
Elizabeth S
5.0
4/05/2024
The DJ was amazing! He delivered on all the details that was asked of him. The music was on point with our crowd. His set up was wonderful. He hyped up the kids and helped them feel confident for their performance. There isn’t anything I could say that I didn’t like or enjoy. I would definitely hire him for any events in the future. Thank you Uncle Smiley for helping to make this event memorable in the most amazing way!
Savanna D
5.0
4/05/2024
10/10 would recommend
Priscilla S
5.0
4/05/2024
First off this was a long time coming and Michael West (DJ uncle Smiley) really showed grace with us. We had contacted him 2 years before our 10 year wedding renewal . He really listened to our ideas and respected the must plays and must not plays. He also helped with the announcements that we didn't want to forget in the hecticness of the day. Our friends and families felt special. He arrived early and brought the energy. He even got some on the dance floor that I was not expecting. We had a lot of children at our party and the kids felt comfortable with putting some request in and Michael didn't seem to sweat the craziness of the kids. What gave me peace is his communication with us. We were a lot to handle as a couple who didn't get to celebrate how we planned the first time. He joined us in the celebration. We're looking forward to having him at future parties. Our kids sweet 16
Evan H
5.0
12/07/2023
Professional, punctual, reliable, communicative, knows how to put on a party!
Nick M
5.0
9/09/2023
Michael was an excellent DJ and emcee for our August wedding in Port Townsend. He was easy to communicate with leading up to the event, came prepared and set-up quickly, then proceeded to DJ the dance party of a lifetime! He kept announcements for toasts/food/etc brief but clear and fun, and during the dancing he transitioned excellently between songs we chose ahead of time and songs that were better than we could have come up with. We're so glad we booked him so far in advance!
Riley G
1.0
7/21/2023
I wish we had the same wedding experience as these other amazing reviews… When we hired Michael West I told him that one of my concerns was how late he could stay, he told me “don’t worry about it, you have unlimited amount of time”. He also told the venue owner right before the ceremony the we had “unlimited amount of time”. Around 10:45pm we asked a Michael West to make an announcement to gather our group of queer friends for a photo. Shortly after that Michael West made an announcement saying this song was his last… He packed up and left claiming he had another gig to go to. There was no mention of this other gig at any point prior, just him telling multiple people we had unlimited time. Our first dance was at 9:30pm, we barely got to dance at our own wedding. Not to mention he played four line-dancing songs in a row while people were just starting to eat dessert so we had to ask him to play the songs again once everyone was on the dance floor. I sent him an email a few days after our wedding saying that we were disappointed, etc. (as 80% of our wedding guests had flown in from the east coast to dance for an hour and a half) with no response. I emailed him again a week later and he responded only because I asked him if his actions were homophobic, he didn’t deny it, he just said I was insensitive for asking. Bottom line- Unlimited time means unlimited time, period. If you really have another event to go to tell your clients so they can find another DJ, period.
Hannah T
5.0
3/03/2023
I spoke with Michael a couple times fairly brief. Got right down to the chase of what I want, and even asked his advice on some things as we didn’t have a planner.
When I say he NAILED IT, I 100% mean that. I asked for 90s-2000s hip hop, rap, pop etc annd literally named a few of the artists to get an idea and boy did he take me back to those days!! We had such a blast more so when all the old folk left obviously LOL and he did a fantastic job with it all! I’m so happy we chose him to be our DJ. I’d hire him again for any event.
Thank you for killin it and making our day perfect!
Andre S
5.0
11/14/2022
Uncle Smiley was the absolute best DJ we could have asked for! He showed up hours early to set up for our special event and was completely prepared to host our event for us. We asked for him to have specific songs for our entrance music and Uncle Smiley had it down and took all the pressure off for our wedding day. I would recommend Uncle Smiley to anyone for their wedding.
Helen B
5.0
9/07/2022
Absolute 10 out of 5 stars! Uncle Smiley was the DJ for our command's family picnic on Friday, August 19, 2022. All of our family members and Sailors raved about his crafted playlist and how smooth the flow of events went, especially since we had about 800 plus show up! We could not have pulled off this day without him and truly grateful that he made it a remarkable day!! Would DEFINITELY hire again!!
Response from Uncle Smiley The DJ on 09/07/2022
Thank you thank you. Christmas party for round two.
Ajoney S
5.0
9/06/2022
Uncle Smiley was fantastic. He brought amazing vibes and energy to our big day. There was never a dull moment with him there. I really enjoyed how he mixed in the requested songs with his own style and music choices. My guests loved him! He was an amazing MC as well and made our night unforgettable!
Response from Uncle Smiley The DJ on 09/07/2022
Ayyyyyye thank you thank. Skate jamz for part two!!!
Hannah S
5.0
7/19/2022
He was fantastic! So easy to work with, so self sufficient, please to be around and all our guests loved him. He rocked the dance floor. Couldn’t have picked someone better.
Response from Uncle Smiley The DJ on 07/20/2022
Thanks. Well wishes
Andrew P
5.0
7/17/2022
Uncle Smiley The DJ kept in close communication with us prior to the wedding day to make sure we were on the same page with our song lists; he showed up early enough to set up prior to the wedding starting. Throughout the day he kept the party going all night long. There was never a dull moment in his performance.
Casey S
5.0
6/28/2022
We hired Uncle Smiley for our Wedding in June. He came with the heat! Hit after hit, he kept it lit. His transitions from song to song were really good. When we'd ask him to play a certain song, he kept the vibe going after, with yet another hit. My niece even got ahold of the mic, and she started singing Frozen. Uncle Smiley was quick to find the song to help her sing along. He was very professional and always responded quickly to any questions or needs. I highly recommend him! Thank you once again Smiley!
Response from Uncle Smiley The DJ on 06/28/2022
Thank ya’ll for booking me. What a great night!!!!
Corey G
5.0
6/07/2022
I do not have enough positive words for Uncle Smiley The DJ!!! After our previous DJ confirmed, accepted our deposit, only to back out a few days later... My fiancée (now wife) found Uncle Smiley on the knot and we locked in a phone call shortly after.
Our phone introduction was brief but in depth, but I told my wife after our call that "He reminds me of me. Book him."... three weeks later and the night before our wedding date, I emailed Uncle Smiley at 1:38am and had a simple request, and that was "Please do not hold back the hip hop & r&b...", shortly after he responded "Bet"...
From our grand entrance to the sparkler exit, Uncle Smiley keep our guest engaged, entertained with laughter, prompt and on script with our timeline and when it was time to dance, he had a little bit of everything in his bag and everyone was on the dance floor grooving (... including me, the groom - at several points during the evening I was so hyped with his selections, I could be seen dancing on the tables lol).
They say everything happens for a reason and with us booking Uncle Smiley, my Wife and I, including many of our guest, believe this was the best wedding we have ever been to, in large part to Uncle Smiley The DJ...!!!
Response from Uncle Smiley The DJ on 06/07/2022
AYYYYYE IT WAS A VIBE. BEST COUPLE I EVER DJ’d for.
Catherine A
5.0
3/07/2022
Uncle Smiley the DJ was the dj for our wedding. He was very responsive and easy to talk to. His pricing was more than reasonable. He was very professional and brought all of his equipment. His music was amazing and had all my friends dancing. He was such a joy to work with. 10/10 recommend!!!
Response from Uncle Smiley The DJ on 03/07/2022
🔥🔥🔥🔥
Hannah L
5.0
12/03/2021
I was a guest to a surprise proposal and we all enjoyed listening to DJ Smiley all night. It was such an incredible evening. Thank you for contributing to that amazing night.
Zoë B
5.0
8/30/2021
Uncle Smiley The DJ was recently the DJ for our wedding. From the beginning, he was quick to respond any time we reached out. He was happy to meet with us for a consultation to discuss any questions or concerns; he is friendly and easy to talk to. He arrived well before the ceremony began, with plenty of time to set up and prepare. Our guests and other vendors thought it was awesome that he uses turntables, referring to him as the real deal. The sound quality was amazing, and the volume was great even with our ceremony taking place somewhat far from his setup. All brides and grooms are probably most concerned about their ceremony songs (entrance/exit), welcome back song, and first dance song, and he executed all of those perfectly (he even seamlessly looped the ceremony entrance song when it was going to end too early). Another commendable thing was that he stuck it out through an unexpected rainstorm in August. He came prepared with a large tent, and dried off his equipment as needed. He even helped push excess water off of our large reception tent. Uncle Smiley was also a great MC with positive energy. We gave him a brief script outline and he was able to make it his own. The only thing that is a possible area for improvement is we would have liked to hear more songs from the playlists we created and shared. All in all, we would recommend Uncle Smiley — very dependable, talented professional!
Andrea S
5.0
8/23/2021
Hands down the most amazing DJ! He’s affordable and has a great personality. Weddings depend on the DJ a lot from music to being the emcee. Having a good upbeat DJ that is on point is so look no further this is your DJ. All night he went with the vibe of the crowd and kept everyone on the dance floor. We ended up extending an hour longer because all our guests didn’t want to leave.
I will always hire DJ uncle smiley for any events I have in the future. I am one happy bride!
Johnuz B
5.0
5/26/2021
Dj Smiley lives up to his name. Everyone walked out with a smile. Michael B doppelgänger, smooth like Sinatra & rocks like Elvis.
Response from Uncle Smiley The DJ on 06/28/2022
Had the block jumping!!!!
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