Modern disc jockeys employ a wide variety of skills and techniques that they can adapt to entertain any audience.  But finding and hiring a DJ that specializes in a specific area of expertise is often the smartest and most cost effective decision employers and event coordinators can make.  Here are four of the most popular DJs available for hire and where to find them:

1.  Wedding and Event DJs – Often referred to as Mobile DJs, these jocks are responsible for playing music that encourages guests to get out onto the dance floor.  They emcee much of the event, introducing guests, narrating slideshow presentations, etc.  Because much of the success of an event depends on them, they come prepared with their own sound and lighting equipment, a vast collection of popular music, including many of the current mainstream hits, and an unparalleled ability to read their audience.

2.  Club DJs – A staple at bars, night clubs, discotheques and raves the world over, these disc jockeys are highly sought after for their mixing, scratching and beatmatching skills.  They are responsible for keeping the crowd’s energy level up and bodies on the dance floor.  Unlike wedding and event DJs, these DJs will not often provide their own gear, but will have no problem working with house or hired turntables, mixers and other necessary equipment.

3.  Radio DJs – Arguably the most exposed DJs in the world, these jocks not only spin the current hits, they are responsible for entertaining massive audiences on a daily basis with witty banter, humorous interviews, live on-air contests and fun interactive shows.  Therefore, they must be quick on their feet, have dynamic personalities and strong, radio friendly voices.  And much like wedding and event DJs, they will often take song requests.

4.  Karaoke Jocks (KJs) – Found at parties, karaoke bars and even inside taxi cabs, these DJs stay on top of current trends, maintaining massive catalogues of songs that cater to all genres of popular music.  They queue up the songs, announce performers, ease the nerves of reluctant vocalists and when there’s a lull, they will take the mic up themselves and sing a song or two.

All four of these popular disc jockeys along with video jocks, trivia game hosts, etc. are available for hire 365 days a year.  To begin your search for the very best, consulting a reputable agency is a wise choice.  First type the kind of DJ you are looking for into a Google search and start with the agencies provided on the first page, as they are often the most popular.  What you want is an agency that will let you search by location, specialty and price range.  Quotes and reviews should also be available upon request.  Rest assured, no matter what kind of disc jockey you’re in the market for, a great one is available at a price you can afford.

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