If You Need a DJ are an established and well respected DJ service covering all of your DJ needs.
Based in Chelmsford but covering the whole of Essex, we offer a professional DJ service for any occasion. From weddings and birthday parties through to corporate events, we have consistent 5 star reviews and offer it all at a competitive price.
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35 customer reviews
Sharon Cook
David was our wedding DJ just over 2 weeks ago. The service from start to end was fantastic. We gave him a play list of things we liked and he did the rest - he was spot on, everyone commented on how good the music was and how he kept the dance floor full all night. We would highly recommend and use again. Thanks David x More...
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Aden Hynes
Found David online after not knowing who to hire for my 60th party. Looked at the fantastic reviews, and was not disappointed whatsoever.
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Lisa
DJ
He was really flexible, gave us more hours playing for our money, and was friendly efficient spot on time and got everyone dancing. Would recommend. Excellent value
Chris & Shivon
David DJ'd at our wedding this month and did a fantastic job. He was very helpful and friendly and he also agreed to do the compering which we were very grateful for. He played all the songs we asked for and played suitable suggestions around those too. We had a brilliant time dancing the night away. David was understanding of us not wanting the volume too loud which we appreciated. He also asked us what we would like played during the meal and was very accommodating to our wishes. We would recommend him to anyone looking for a DJ. We also enjoyed the confetti canon during our first dance!! Thanks so much David for making it a great wedding celebration for us! :D More...
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Shivon G
David DJ'd at our wedding this month and did a fantastic job. He was very helpful and friendly and he also agreed to do the compering which we were very grateful for. He played all the songs we asked for and played suitable suggestions around those too. We had a brilliant time dancing the night away. David was understanding of us not wanting the volume too loud which we appreciated. He also asked us what we would like played during the meal and was very accommodating to our wishes. We would recommend him to anyone looking for a DJ. We also enjoyed the confetti canon during our first dance!! Thanks so much David for making it a great wedding celebration for us! :D More...
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Ben
DJ
Very professional DJ with excellent set-up. Kept the party going nicely all night with a brilliant mix of requests and track choices that kept us all dancing. Clearly knows his stuff. Highly recommended. Cheers More...
SteveLeigh Knights
David stepped in last minute to support my Mother-in-law / Father-in-law 50th Wedding Anniversary. Music was just right for the target Audience. Would highly recommend and would definatley contact David again. More...
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Charlotte
DJ
Absolutely brilliant x I couldn't wish for more I booked if you need a dj for a surprise 40th birthday party and the music was great and exactly what I wanted.
David made the booking so easy and was really helpful in every aspect. David was professional and made this part so easy to do x
Thanks David x will definitely book you again x
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Samantha Taylor-King
Absolutely fantastic yet again. I have personally used David on many occasions for quite a few years and he never fails to give everyone a wicked night. He always goes above and beyond and has never once let me down or been late. Absolutely first class and would highly recommend to anyone. It’s a five stars from the Sams and thank you again for making our wedding go on to the early hours of the morning. We had the best day and night ever. ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ More...
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Marcus Harland
We contacted David and the Team to DJ our Wedding, and we couldn't have been more pleased with the results.David worked tirelessly to help get everything in order, and went above and beyond the call of duty. Quick response time, professional and incredibly helpful.Most importantly, everyone was up dancing for the whole night!I wouldn't hesitate to recommend "If You Need a DJ" to anyone looking for a DJ for their upcoming event, we certainly won't be looking elsewhere! More...
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Sandra Trott
Booked Dave for my 40th and was a great DJ! Gave him a really small playlist from which he built a great set. Fitted in with everything else that was going on and my guests commented how good he was. Would definitely recommend :)
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Garry Hunter
Dave Thank you so much for making my wife`s 50th Surprise Party special you made her night the music was fantastic and the dance floor was rocking all night we cant thank you enough and we will be recommending you, thanks again
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Nicola McDaniel
We used If You Need A DJ for our wedding. The music was great everyone was up dancing. Will be using again! Thank you again, David!
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Susan
DJ
Extremely professional and efficient service on booking
Victoria Taylor
We booked Dave for our wedding reception he was a fantastic choice, highly recommended. Any large future events we will not hestitate to give him a call.
We met in advance and discussed what music we both liked and disliked, and then provided him a playlist of our favourite songs that he could incorporate into his own playlist. Very professional, reliable and friendly. An amazing DJ. We are so thrilled we booked him. Thank you again Dave.
Mr and Mrs Taylor
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Reply from If You Need a DJ
Thanks for this lovely review Victoria. Very much appreciated. I hope that you and Phil had a great evening. Congratulations and very best wishes for the future.
Jeanette
DJ
So far very happy with all communications from David at If You Need A Dj
Stuart
DJ
First class DJ - reliable and very accommodating. Added greatly to the success of the evening. Would 100% hire again.
Reply from If You Need a DJ
Thanks Stuart. Very much appreciated.
Carol Chatfield
Many thanks to David for a great 40th wedding anniversary celebration. He was an amazing DJ played all our requested music and much more. We would highly recommend him for any celebration. Thank you More...
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jo King
I would highly recommend David for any party. The music he played was fantastic, he knew just what to play to get everyone enjoying themselves on the dance floor and it was thanks to him that our party was a great success. He was really easy to deal with, very flexible about the type of tunes he could play and on the night we did not have to worry about anything dj related, he just got on with it. 200 people from the party would also highly recommend him - what a night, thanks David! More...
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Albana Adams
From the beginning we made contact we couldn't have been more happy. David was professional and took time to get our selection right and played brilliantly on the night of our party getting everyone up and enjoying themselves. We will never need to look for another DJ. Couldn't be faulted - HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. More...
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Andyh Kim Software
We booked Dave for our wedding and I couldn't recommend him highly enough. He essentially managed anything that needed sound for the whole day from the PA system for the ceremony and post-ceremony entertainment to a DJ set in the evening. He asked for a list of the songs we'd like to see played and then worked this into a set that had a great mix for all ages and musical tastes. He was so helpful and his whole manner meant that we didn't have to worry about anything with the music all day. We wouldn't hesitate to book him again for any event. More...
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Laura Grant
We used Dave for our wedding and he was absolutely perfect! We would highly recommend him for any events you have coming up - the dancefloor was filled all night! Prompt arrival, good communication before the big day which made everything really simple for us. More...
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DJ
Thank you David for a great party, very professional, great communication, would definitely recommend. Both myself and my guests were really pleased with songs and the uplighting was amazing. Thank you!
Reply from If You Need a DJ
Hi Gemma. Thanks for this feedback. Very much appreciated. Glad you enjoyed your party! Best regards, David
Natalie
DJ
Great communication and very professional
Wedding DJ
very quick to respond and very helpful, competitive price too
Wedding DJ
Really great well pleased relaxed guy
Reply from If You Need a DJ
Thanks for the booking and for leaving the review. Much appreciated. Hope to see you again.
Phillip
Wedding DJ
What a great guy looking forward to our reception
Reply from If You Need a DJ
Thanks for this. Am really looking forward to providing the music for your special day. Best regards, David
Saira Holbrook
Dave came recommended by one of the guests for our wedding, and we definitely made the right choice! He was friendly and professional, and made the process completely stress-free.
We met with him in advance, and talked through the kind of music we'd like played (and not played) and just before the day provided him with a list of songs we wanted incorporated into his playlist. There wasn't a single moment that the dance-floor wasn't occupied and everyone commented on his fabulous lighting set up. He took our lead on timings for our speeches etc and provided us with a wireless microphone so that we could stand by our cake (at the other side of the funtion room to his set up).
Would highly recommend him to anyone, regardless of occasion (he was definitely fantastic for our wedding). We will definitely be using him again for family functions and parties.
Thanks again Dave. Kind Regards
Mr & Mrs Holbrook
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Cee
DJ
David was the most professional with his work; he arrived early and set up in time for the first guest's arrival 45 minutes earlier than expected.
The girls had given him a playlist and requested clean versions. David was able to provide them with all but one song on the list and clean versions as requested.
The girls who usually took time to engage in party atmosphere or at times not at all thoroughly enjoyed themselves and I have had girls and parents alike telling me it was the best party they had been to.
Thanks to David, the party was a rousing success and I will use him time and again.
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Chris Pipe
Many thanks to Richard and his team for a great 30th birthday experience. From the initial correspondence to executing a DJ and photobooth set on the night, I've been very impressed with everything and been made to feel relaxed and comfortable that everything is in hand. Would definitely book again for a great night. More...
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ChrisP-102
Many thanks to Richard and his team for a great 30th birthday experience. From the initial correspondence to executing a DJ and photobooth set on the night, I've been very impressed with everything and been made to feel relaxed and comfortable that everything is in hand. Would definitely book again for a great night. More...
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Aaron Kemp
Gret DJ. Well organised and he took care of everything. The music was excatly what i asked for. Would recommend to anyone.
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Heather
Dave was beyond fantastic! He didn't just do an amazing job he went above and beyond being a dj! He really helped out with the run up to the wedding and even rescued us the day before when we couldn't download our ceremony music. He was amazing on the day and he played a perfect set. I cannot recommend David enough for a birthday, wedding or anniversary party! My husband and I were extremely grateful for all he did and so pleased he was part of our big day!! Thank you Dave x More...
AmandaC5
Highly recommended
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Amanda C.
A fantastic service. David is a great DJ who is clearly passionate about what he does. We were delighted we booked him for my 30th birthday party as he delivered above and beyond our expectations. It sounded great, it looked great and everyone commented on how great the DJ was. Thoroughly recommend. More...
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What’s the secret to keeping a party dancing all night long?
This is a skill that is developed through experience, with the secret of success being to read the crowd and time your big songs for the right moment. You don't want the dance floor to peak too early, but need to keep people interested from the start. In my experience, most people at a party want to have a chat and a few drinks first before dancing, so we use this time to read our crowd and see what's catching people's attention, and then build from there. As the atmosphere builds, we know which songs will get the best reaction and ensure people are having a great time.
How would you describe your ‘style’?
Fun, good time music, professionally mixed. We think it's very important how one song blends in to another, building an atmosphere and being in control of a dance floor. Whilst developing these skills over a number of years I've had the pleasure of DJing at some of the world's most famous clubs and brands including the Ministry of Sound and Pacha, and have always thrived on seeing people have a great time on the dance floor. Now covering a broader selection of music, my passion for what I do and why I do it is as strong as ever, and is clear to see.
What do you love most about your job?
Seeing people enjoy themselves to the music I've selected. It may not even be my favourite music, but it's a great feeling when you get it right for the crowd in front of you.
What inspired you to start your own business?
I love DJing. I love meeting people. I love connecting with them when I'm playing music and seeing them enjoy themselves on a dance floor. I'd played in clubs and bars for many years and kept getting asked if I'd do private bookings, and after accepting a few I found I was really enjoying them, so realised quite quickly that I wanted to go more down this route. The business startup was the next logical step and one of the best things I've ever done. It's grown rapidly since I started with many fantastic parties, consistent 5 star reviews, and numerous people recommending me to their friends. Please check out the reviews on here and on Google to see what my clients have thought. You're in safe hands.
Why should our clients choose you?
We offer a friendly and professional service and genuinely care about putting on a great party for you. We love seeing people have a great time, and that's what our business is all about. We will add a wow factor to any event, and as experienced professionals we know what it takes to deliver a successful party in the right way. There are many types of DJs out there, from inexperienced youngsters through to some that have plenty of experience but are stuck in the dark ages. As our reviews and testimonials prove, we're not like that at all and offer a genuinely great service. Please take a look at our website, www.ifyouneedadj.co.uk and contact me on 07888 760335 for a friendly chat to discuss your requirements in more detail. If You Need a DJ.....we're the one that you want!