The Best Rap & Hip Hop Wedding Bands & DJs in Kensington, CA

The Best Rap & Hip Hop Wedding Bands & DJs in Kensington, CA

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109 Wedding Bands & DJs in Kensington, CA

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Golden Bell Music 

5.0

  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Kensington, CA

Golden Bell offers a unique musical blend that packs a high-energy punch! The DJ/live fusion band, or DJ/live band hybrid, is always anchored on a DJ set but supported by live musicians. With all the energy and hype of a live band and the flexibility of a DJ, you won’t have to decide between hiring a band or a DJ for your next event or wedding.

Awarded Best of Zola
Marlon!! YOU AND YOUR MUSICIANS ARE AMAZING!! All our guests can’t stop talking about how fun all the music details were and we have you to thank for all of it! AND YOU NAILED THE PUERTO RICAN PLENA!!! That was truly the most epic surprise. We want to express our deepest gratitude for everything you guys did. Your attention to detail and personalized touches truly made our day so memorable and special. We were blown away. The fact that you went out of your way to incorporate a piece of our culture into the music meant more to us than words can express. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for going above and beyond to make our wedding day truly unforgettable. We will cherish the memories of the music you played for us forever!
Adriana G., 4 months ago
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Sutherland Entertainment 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Serves Kensington, CA

Sutherland Entertainment is a Bay Area entertainment service that specializes in weddings, corporate parties, and other private events. Sutherland Entertainment combines heart with veteran finesse to make events, both tiny and titanic, feel incredible.

Awarded Best of Zola
Spencer was incredibly professional, organized, and created a super fun dance party for our wedding! We’ve had guests asking for the playlist from our wedding because it was so on point and we owe it all to Spencer. Spencer also handled all of the lighting (indoor and outdoor) at our Brazilian Room wedding, it looked fantastic and he accommodated our special requests. Spencer provided us with a spreadsheet to help us get organized, and then he made sure we stayed on time and kept the speeches and other cues on time.
Alex P., a year ago
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All Ears DJ 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Kensington, CA

Music is everything. It’s your history, your identity, and your joy. It’s what moves you on the dance floor and what moves you to tears. Quite simply: it’s the most important decision you’ll make at your wedding. All Ears DJ is a premier entertainment group that boasts a ten-deep crew of highly-skilled DJs and musicians. Don’t settle for anything less than a DJ who can wow audiences with perfect blends, mashups and song selections. Talent matters, and All Ears DJs have shown up & showed out at more than 1000 weddings in the San Francisco Bay Area & Chicago during the past decade.

Richard was awesome. We talked to him a few times to work out some ideas and I sent him a quick playlist I drew up and he said he would take it from there. He nailed exactly what we were going for and people had a great time all night. The guitar set he played at cocktail hour was perfect as well.
Matt R., a year ago
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Rice Entertainment 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $2,495
  • Serves Kensington, CA

Welcome. Rice Entertainment is an event production company with almost a decade of professional DJ, Audio, and Lighting experience. With roots grounded in the Bay Area, Rice Entertainment has served clients throughout the entire Northern California region and across the nation. As an entertainment production company, Rice Entertainment is committed to making each client's event a memorable one by tailoring our services to meet client needs.

My wife and I got married in September at the botanical garden in Berkeley and were so fortunate to have Brandon as our DJ. From our very first call with him, he was attentive, flexible and so easy to work with. We knew music would be a huge part of our wedding (since we love concerts and festivals) and immediately felt at ease after just our first chat with Brandon. Brandon made all the planning easy with follow-up calls, an app to suggest songs for different playlists and brought all his expertise in terms of pacing, timing, and audio setup for different parts of the night including the first dance, toasts and general dance music. Throughout the night itself, Brandon was communicative and flexible. He changed up the energy and read the crowd so well! We honestly had such a blast and our guests did as well. Can't recommend him enough. Thank you Brandon!
Jason W., a year ago
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DJ Stallion Entertainment 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Serves Kensington, CA

Established in 1992, DJ Stallion Entertainment is a full-time DJ business that has been dedicated to creating unforgettable moments through the power of music. With an unwavering passion for the craft, DJ Stallion Entertainment has become a trusted name in the industry, specializing in a wide range of events, including weddings, anniversaries, birthdays, private events, and corporate gatherings.

DJ Stallion (aka Anthony) is one of the best DJs in the business. His vast knowledge of songs and musical genres makes him a one-of-a-kind DJ. I'll never forget a wedding we did together where the groom picked only 90s heavy metal rock as the musical choice. I was mortified as the planner, that it was going to be a terrible celebration with that genre; but DJ Stallion nailed it! He was able to deliver the groom's request and also keep the guests happy and on the dance floor. We've worked together for years and he will always be my first call when looking for a DJ.
Christa, 8 months ago
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Zhaldee's Eats & Beats 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $2,250
  • Serves Kensington, CA

We are an elite team of professional event planners, audio/visual technicians, chefs, and DJs who share Zhaldee’s passion for food, music, and community. You can trust our 25+ years of experience to help you create exciting, vibrant events and memories!

I have hired Zhaldee for several Corporate Holiday Parties and many Weddings (I am a Wedding Planner) and he is also the DJ for my own Wedding. He knows how to get the party started and keep the crowd dancing! He is professional, communicates well and knows how to read the vibe in the room. Zhaldee as your DJ will be the best money you will spend for your big day! You and your guests will always talk about your Wedding being one of the most amazingly fun nights you all ever had!!!
Janelle Granfors, 2 years ago
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Party Ardi 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Kensington, CA

What if community and relationships were built around intentional connection, curated music & environment with high energy and loads of fun? With a combination of professionalism and personality, I seek to create an experience that creates lifelong memories and a lasting impression on everyone I work with.

Party Ardi is someone who does it all! He was an excellent MC & he truly helped us plan our program out. We had no idea what we wanted as far as a “program,” but he didn’t hesitate to help us create a nice little timeline for our reception! Ardi also took the time to meet with us Via zoom prior to the wedding, to plan out the timeline & also discuss music of course! He provided all the vibes & played us exactly what we wanted. Our guests LOVED the old r&b love songs during dinner, I loved seeing everyone’s faces when he’d play certain songs! The custom light add-ons are definitely worth it too! I highly recommend booking with Party Ardi- not just because he’s our friend, but because he’s simply the best all around!! Thank you for everything :)
Angelica L., 2 months ago
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Twin Spin Entertainment 

4.7

  • DJ
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Kensington, CA

Twin Spin Entertainment is a professional full service DJ, Emcee, Video DJ, Audio, Lighting, Video and Event Production company based in the San Francisco Bay Area. We've been serving the event and wedding industry for over 25 years, specializing in high end exquisite weddings all across the United States. We have a team of Elite level DJs that each have a minimum of 25 years of experience as a DJ and MC. We specialize in weddings, corporate events and nightclubs. We also offer bilingual MC services in Spanish, Cantonese and Mandarin.

It's been a week since our wedding with Twin Spin Entertainment and we have to say they did not disappoint. After speaking with Young, he made us feel very comfortable in planning our wedding, as well as gave his wisdom and insight to weddings, which really helped. He was also very accommodating with all of our requests. Furthermore, after talking and getting to know who Young is and what motivates him, we felt that he was a very genuine person that wants to create a wonderful experience for all of his customers. During the wedding, the music, the MCing and the dance floor was very much to our liking. Young brought the energy to our attendees and made the environment lively and interactive. Can't thank him and his crew enough on how they did on our wedding. 100% recommended!
Julia K., 2 months ago
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Sounds Elevated 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Kensington, CA

Sounds Elevated specializes in offering the best premium wedding and event services in the SF Bay Area and select destinations worldwide. We create exciting and unique events and go above and beyond to create a special experience for our couples and clients. We have a team of event professionals who specialize in DJ / Live fusion, world-class dance parties, stunning lighting design and high-quality photo booths. When good isn’t good enough and your worst fear is getting that cheesy DJ that your guests don’t like or won’t remember, Sounds Elevated is here to help!

This review for Zeb (and the whole Sounds Elevated Team) is long overdue. Zeb is not only an incredible musician in his own right but plays the role of musical conductor with equal panache. A true “Jack of All Trades.” Some of the many hats he wore for our wedding include: -He played solo guitar for our ceremony -Lined up a jazz quartet for the happy hour -Setup the party lighting (party but classy) for the reception -Setup a photo booth for guests to take fun photos (a big hit btw) -DJ’d with a live accompaniment combo for the reception - stayed up way later than we asked him to, and DJ our afterparty (which was a VERY different vibe than the reception). He was hustling for easily 10 hours straight. And every single element he contributed to the festivities was top tier. My older cousin, a professional musician for many years, was blown away by the level of talent. It’s been almost two years since the wedding and we still get compliments about the entertainment. He and his team went above and beyond. Easily the best “value” for anything we spent money on for the wedding. I strongly recommend meeting with Zeb and gearing his philosophy/approach to weddings/events.
Kelsey D., 7 months ago
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Complete Weddings + Events Napa (DJ) 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $250
  • Serves Kensington, CA

Complete Weddings + Events, Napa Valley's leading event and wedding photography, videography, lighting, DJ & photo booth rental services provider. Whatever you need to set the stage for a phenomenal special event, we have you covered. When you party with Complete Weddings + Events, it's completely about you!

From the very first call with Complete Weddings Events Napa (DJ), we were impressed by their clear, coherent, cool, and calm communication style. Their team proved to be highly professional, efficient, and accurate in executing our wedding music and entertainment. They made sure to play all the music we requested right on cue, and DJ Cleptic kept our guests on their feet all night with the perfect song selections. We very much enjoyed our special day, and would highly recommend Complete Weddings Events Napa (DJ) to any couple looking for a top-notch DJ service.
Kevin, 2 months ago
The Celebration DJ 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,750
  • Serves Kensington, CA

I’ve been playing weddings for over twelve years and I love my work! My services cover any or all aspects of wedding & receptions. I have found my life’s artistic calling in becoming flexible to every type of music my clients could desire. I learn to enjoy whatever my clients love and this resonance makes my job sustainable and ever-enjoyable. But, I do tend to request the ability to make choices for the dance-floor that rely on my years of dance-enhancing experience. I meet with my clients to determine what music they would love to hear and what music they do NOT want to hear.

The Celebration DJ was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding. From our very first interaction, they were easy to communicate with, highly organized, and clearly very experienced in their craft. On the day of the wedding, they delivered an excellent performance that kept our guests dancing all night long. They were fun, high energy, and really played to the crowd, spinning a groovy mix of tunes that had everyone moving. At a couple points, the order of our events had to be changed on the fly, but the DJ was able to seamlessly roll with the punches and suggest the best way to adjust the schedule. They also did a fantastic job as the MC, expertly directing all of our guests and keeping the night flowing smoothly. We couldn't have been happier with the Celebration DJ and would highly recommend them to any couple planning their wedding. Our venue and photographer both said they had never seen that many people on the dance floor before, a testament to how amazing he was!
Taryn & T., 15 days ago
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NODJNOPARTY ENTERTAINMENT 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Kensington, CA

Tre'cee Artis (born July 28th, 1992) better known by his stage name DJ TNT, is an American Hip- Hop DJ and producer born in Buffalo, New York. Growing up he loved to play with cassette decks and record radio stations. While moving around with his family he learned about different genres of music, culture and the influence music has on people. DJ TNT got his start at the age of 14, while living in Maine his father (DJ Teddyb) brought him into the club nightlife scene (East Coast Rap & Top 40) and helped him land his first residency in the year of 2008, while attending high school.

A lot of these DJ's I work with just slap your playlist or some basic playlist they do at every wedding on the speakers. DJ TNT actually mixes an scratches good music together, whether its his playlists, yours, or songs people request his mixes flow together good. DJ TNT also has a chill vibe over himself thats easy to vibe with and feel comfortable around. The importance of a good DJ that knows his stuff is a really big deal in your wedding. You want someone who has had experience in their craft. DJ TNT is that DJ
Your Moments Media , a year ago
Ace Entertainment 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Kensington, CA

ACE ENTERTAINMENT is the Bay Area's premiere professional DJ and entertainment services company. In addition to top-notch DJ services, we also offer MC's , AV, Event Lighting, and Photo Booths. With your satisfaction at the forefront of our concerns, and no matter what your event requires, our expertise and know-how ensures that it will turn out to be an unforgettable celebration. Customer service is very important to us and we continue to exceed our clients' expectations by providing the very best entertainment the Bay Area has to offer.

We cannot recommend their DJ and emcee services enough! We have worked with them on numerous occasions, and they consistently deliver a top-notch experience that exceeds our expectations. Ace Entertainment's professionalism is unparalleled. Their team is always punctual, prepared, and ready to bring the energy to any event. They work closely with us to understand the clients specific needs and preferences, ensuring that the music and atmosphere are tailored to the unique requirements of our couples. One of the standout features of Ace Entertainment is their state-of-the-art equipment. Their sound system delivers crystal-clear audio, and their lighting setups create an exciting and vibrant atmosphere that keeps guests engaged and entertained. Rob and the other DJs are equally impressive, as their charismatic and engaging hosts keep the event flowing smoothly and keep the crowd entertained. They are experts at reading the room and adjusting their approach to match the mood and preferences of the guests. In conclusion, Ace Entertainment is a reliable, professional, and talented DJs and emcee service provider. Their dedication to delivering a memorable and enjoyable experience is evident in every aspect of their work. We highly recommend them for any event, big or small. Thank you, Rob and Ace Entertainment team, for consistently providing exceptional service!
Joel and Kristine, 9 months ago
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Second Song 

4.9

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,495
  • Serves Kensington, CA

Second Song is a boutique Wedding and Event DJ/MC service. We are a network of some of the most experienced and most referred DJ/MCs in Southern California, and specialize in DJs that focus on providing you with a complete music and planning experience.

Awarded Best of Zola
Choosing second song as our DJ service for our wedding was the best decision we could have made!! The team is so accommodating and made the process of choosing our DJ so easy. After choosing second song, they allowed us to set up phone calls to interview DJ's to find the perfect fit for us. We ended up choosing DJ Daniel Cabral. Daniel was attentive and set up multiple meetings with us prior to our wedding to discuss our vision for our wedding day. Everything ran perfectly throughout the entire day. The audio for our ceremony was perfect and the music selections throughout cocktail hour, dinner, and the reception set the mood for our wedding. We also hired a string trio through second song and they did a beautiful job at our ceremony and cocktail hour. Our reception was a party and Daniel made sure people were on the dance floor all night long. We also had my cousin play the trumpet at our reception while Daniel played a song in the background. Daniel mic'd up his trumpet for us and it was such a hit! We also got our Photo Booth through second song and they provided the uplighting at the venue! They are everything you could want from a DJ service and more!! If you are looking for a DJ service, second song is the way to go!!!!
Liana, 4 months ago
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The Cool Rulers 

5.0

  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $6,000
  • Serves Kensington, CA

Meet The Cool Rulers! A youthful, professional and world class dance band collective from Brooklyn, NY specializing in Motown, soul, funk, disco and more. Our videos and reviews speak for themselves. Made up of real friends with real musical chemistry and a true love and passion for the songs that we play, The Cool Rulers cater to clients seeking an alternative to your typical flashy top 40 event bands.

How to begin to sing the praises of the best band there is? We’ll start with unsolicited reviews from our friends: “Would you be offended if I use your same band for my wedding? I feel like anything else would be a let down.” “What’s your band name? I have to follow them on Instagram.” “Pretty sure that was the best band I’ve seen in 20 years of weddings.” We had our wedding at the Prospect Park Boathouse, and by 20 minutes into the first set the band had amassed a crowd of passers-by who stopped to watch and listen from a nearby bridge and stayed all evening long. Logistically, The Cool Rulers made life easy. We had a number of special requests for our wedding and The Cool Rulers approved them without hesitation and executed them flawlessly. This included learning 3 new songs, one of which was to be sung by 2 of our friends. Charles & Co coordinated with our friends to send them a demo and arrange time for a quick rehearsal, all of which culminated in a “performance” that seemed as if it had been rehearsed for months. The even accommodated a specific request for how they were set up, leaving us an aisle to walk down and filling it in during a short break later in the evening. The Cool Rulers are immeasurably talented, and the perfect complement to that talent is their ability to set the tone, ride the energy, and deliver an absolutely perfect evening of music and dancing. We could not be happier and could not recommend them more highly. A
Matt, 4 months ago
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Cello Joe Productions 

5.0

  • Production company
  • Serves Kensington, CA

Create an unforgettable experience for your family and friends by hiring Cello Joe to play at your wedding! Take the stress out of planning and trust the music to a pro. From welcoming music before the ceremony, to the ceremony, cocktail hour, dinner and dancing, Cello Joe can handle it all for you. From classical cello to alternative, funky, beatbox cello grooves to DJing a dance party, Cello Joe can perform for ceremonies, cocktail hours, and dance parties.

Awarded Best of Zola
Joe was exactly what we wanted for our wedding. He was easy to work with, great communication, punctual, well dressed, and most importantly sounded great! We had a custom request of "Perfect" by Ed Sheeran and he took the time to learn it for us and turned out exactly as we hoped. HIGHLY recommend CelloJoe!
James, 6 months ago
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CVU Event DJ’s 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,250
  • Serves Kensington, CA

Let us help you create the perfect atmosphere and vibe at your wedding or event. We are CVU DJ's and we curate original playlists comprised of your favorite tunes to enhance any event and get the party started. No event is too big or too small for us to make an impact on. With over 20 years of DJing experience, this talented team knows how to read the crowd and keep the dance floor packed.

Awarded Best of Zola
We had an awesome experience with Chris and Genevieve from CVU Event DJ's. Communication with Chris and Genevieve leading up to our big day was easy and cooperative - they both took the time to understand our musical tastes and any special requests we had to make sure the reception music & flow was tailored to us. They absolutely delivered the fun, exciting vibe we envisioned for our reception. The dance floor was packed all night long thanks to the well-curated song selection and ability to read the crowd. Chris and Genevieve seamlessly integrated our must-play songs and took requests from our guests too. Overall, their professionalism, enthusiasm and attention to detail as our emcee and music requests made our reception a blast and ensured that the dance floor was never empty!
Sibil M., 2 months ago
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Pantera Event Productions 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Serves Kensington, CA

We specialize in creating the atmosphere to your event that will bring smiles to your faces. We put our heart and soul into every single event and celebrate each one as our very own.Pantera Event Productions brings heart and soul to every event. They can play a variety of musical genres and add entertainment and graphics to create an immersive entertainment experience. You can have a consultation to discuss your vision for your big day so they can make it a reality.

Awarded Best of Zola
Jonny did an amazing job at our wedding! From the beginning he was kind, friendly and professional. He was extremely helpful when choosing music for the ceremony and cocktail hour. He answered all of our questions in a timely manner, provided suggestions and he listened to our wants. He MC’d in both English and Spanish, which helped make everyone feel included. He was able to read the dance floor and play music, transitioning between American music and Mexican music. We highly highly recommend him!!
Yaritza, 3 months ago
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Mark Addington Events 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Kensington, CA

I’m Mark Addington, owner, founder, emcee, DJ, public speaker, and most importantly…creative at heart. I started my DJ career over 20 years ago for fun and fell in love with it along the way. My goal is to make this choice a simple, informed and fun part of the wedding process. I’m here to communicate and plan pre-wedding so you and your guests can leave it all on the dancefloor the day of the wedding.

As a planner, I have hired Mark over 20 times. He is warm, kind, easy to work with, and goes above and beyond for all our clients. The day of the wedding always goes smoothly with Mark because he also lends a hand when needed. MOST IMPORTANTLY, he keeps the dance floor packed and engaged and can read the crowd. I highly recommend Mark Addington Events for your wedding or important events.
About Joy Events, 10 months ago
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DJ Daniel Mobile Music 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $900
  • Serves Kensington, CA
  • Offer

DJ Daniel here: We do things WAY differently than typical wedding DJs. We prioritize YOUR music preferences! Enjoy fun, affordable, reliable, and 5-star rated DJ/MC services from our experienced wedding event pros. Our services focus on exceptional DJ music and classy MC announcements, tailored to your preferences. Don’t just take our word for it—read our reviews HERE or ask us for links to dozens more reviews from other websites!

Awarded Best of Zola
Daniel from Daniel Mobile Music did a fantastic job DJing our wedding reception. He was very easy to communicate and coordinate with leading up to the big day, which we really appreciated during the hectic planning process. Daniel was extremely professional and helpful onsite as well - he worked closely with us and the other vendors to organize the event timeline and make sure things flowed smoothly. Most importantly, he played all the songs we requested and even made some great suggestions that really got our guests out on the dancefloor having fun. We would highly recommend Daniel for your wedding or special event if you want a DJ who will help make your celebration truly memorable.
Emma M., 13 days ago
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Funk Almighty 

4.9

  • Band or Ensemble
  • Serves Kensington, CA

"TOP NOTCH GROUP!" - Latest Review. Welcome to Funk Almighty. We’re professionals that understand music is the language of emotions; and we’re fluent. From jazz classics to modern pop hits, we bring the groove that'll get your grandma and your best friends on the dance floor at the same time (This is fact, check out our reviews). Head to our website to discover how we’ll bring your special day to life with an experience tailored just for you.

Awarded Best of Zola
Funk Almighty was no doubt the best booking we made for our wedding. The band was electric and had a sound that can only be made from a group that plays together consistently. Their old funky classics and new hits were excellently played and made the dance floor the place to be! Some of our guests said their favorite part of the reception was the band, just watching them play and entertain was a great show. From initial inquiry, to final performance, they were responsive and professional. They performed live the songs for our first dance along with the father/bride and mother/groom dances as well. Overall they are a major talent and perform a terrific set, all while remaining in budget. Let this review be the one to get you to book this band, you will not be disappointed!
Neal Zoellick, 4 months ago
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Fog City Entertainment 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,499
  • Serves Kensington, CA

Fog City Entertainment (FCE) is one of California’s foremost event services providers. Through both our brand and leading industry partners, FCE provides a complete suite of award-winning services by utilizing our local professional network. With a rich history of quality, artistic vision, and innovation, FCE services exceed expectations at every level. Despite our success, FCE remains a family business, is female-owned, and is fueled by the pride that comes with personal ownership. Fog City Entertainment can make magic at any type of event no matter how large or small.

Awarded Best of Zola
The Sound Originals Photo & Video team recently shot a wedding with awesome entertainment from Fog City Entertainment. They were professional, timely, and kept everyone in great spirits the whole evening. We'd work with them again in a heartbeat! We love Fog City Entertainment and would recommend them to anyone.
Emily, 5 months ago
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Heart of Gold DJs, Inc. 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Serves Kensington, CA

Heart of Gold DJs is an all-woman & non-binary team of professional mobile DJs based in San Francisco. We provide all events with a customized mix of all your favorite tunes and none of the cheesy gimmicks.

Awarded Best of Zola
We have been to 3 weddings that hired Heart of Gold (HOG) DJs and each time the dance floor was popping! We were not only looking for sometime to throw an amazing dance party but for someone with run of show experience and Allison, our DJ and founder of HOG ensured the seamless operation of all the sound-related elements throughout our entire wedding. We heard compliments of our DJs professionalism and song selection from a number of attendees. Allison’s communication, coordination, and planning efforts were key in reducing the stress and effort of the overall wedding planning process. We did not have to worry about any potential sound-related issues during the ceremony, speeches, or dancing portion of the evening. Additionally, my husband is a DJ himself so he has a high standard for the expertise of his fellow DJs and he wanted to play his own short set during our dance party. Allison was gracious enough to collaborate with him in order to make that happen. She is upbeat, easy going, and her experience and confidence at our specific venue was helpful. We highly recommend Heart of Gold for any special events you throw!
Grace R., 5 months ago
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DJ Erick V 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,350
  • Serves Kensington, CA

Professional, reliable, and friendly. I have great sound quality, one of the best dance floor lighting effects and wireless uplighting/uplights on the market. To have the latest and hottest music is a must for me, due to the fact that this is my full-time job and average 2-4 events per week. I'm also a bilingual M.C. (English/Spanish) who knows how to make all the announcements, entertain, and coordinate your event if needed. Visit my social media and see client reviews and the work I've done. Weddings, Sweet 16's, Night Clubs, Sports Bars, Festivals, Grand Openings, School Events, Birthdays. You name it; I've done it all!

Erick was our favorite vendor we hired because he responds fast anytime of the day with questions through text or call. He was on time and set up fast. He has a good feel for the type of music people like on the dance floor in the moment. That makes a big difference for the party, making it feel more lively and everyone has a really great time. The lights were a great bonus. Price was fair and our wedding reception was awesome thanks to Eric!
Katie & M., 10 months ago
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Lucky Devils Band 

5.0

  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $2,020
  • Serves Kensington, CA
  • Offer

We're live music experts, wedding enthusiasts, and party starters, infusing every event with energy and full dance floors. We're here to make your wedding the greatest party of your life! The Lucky Devils are a premium, customizable 3 to 14 piece band specializing in high-energy music–at a sensible price. Visit our website for upcoming showcase dates where you can see the band perform LIVE before booking. You can also tailor the dream band to suit your style and budget. Reach out to get started! We also offer Photo-Video services!

The Lucky Devils Band absolutely made our wedding reception! From our initial phone call with Meredith, we knew we were in excellent hands. She took the time to thoroughly understand our vision and musical tastes, making thoughtful suggestions along the way. Communication was prompt, fun, and Meredith was so approachable throughout the planning process. On the big day, the band blew us away with their incredible talent and ability to perfectly execute our song requests, from jazz to oldies to classic rock. As musicians ourselves, we were so impressed by their skill level and experience and professionalism. During cocktail hour, two musicians played jazz, then they switched to rock mode for the reception. They truly made it feel like our own personal concert and kept people on the dance floor for literally 3 hours! The energy was palpable from their very first note, and their song selections kept guests of all ages dancing all night long. They ended the evening with “Purple Rain” by Prince and it made my life. We can't recommend the Lucky Devils Band highly enough - they were total professionals and our biggest splurge, but SO worth it I’d do it a million times over!!
Holly, 3 months ago
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Nocturnal Cafe 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,950
  • Serves Kensington, CA

Nocturnal Cafe's focus is simple… DESIGN, PRODUCE & EXECUTE an amazing experience! Nocturnal Cafe is a full, featured single-op, entertainment company providing audio & visual entertainment services for all social, private & corporate affairs. Creating a unique audio and visual experience for your entertainment needs, blending a mix of live audio and eye-candy visual effects! Whether your event calls for a soft elegant motif or an all out extravaganza, we will plan, and execute your entertainment vision.

Awarded Best of Zola
Keith was the perfect DJ. Honestly! There is nothing that we would change about our wedding night, it was truly perfect. Keith is a class act professional who makes no compromise between quality and affordability. He values his clients and offers extraordinary service at an affordable price. I went in with high (but reasonable) expectations for our wedding night, and he definitely delivered above and beyond!! We had read other reviews of weddings that Keith had DJ’d where the clients were musicians and they had curated a specific type of music they wanted throughout the night, and he nailed it. I consider myself a little bit of an audiophile, so I listen to a wide range of music, and I can also attest to just how amazing Keith’s music selection was! Part of a DJ’s job is to get you excited to go out on the dance floor, and we were already excited before the dancing began, because we just knew Keith was going to kill it (spoiler alert: he did!). He even mixed together multiple songs at once and it was amazing! Keith kept the atmosphere alive all night and there was never a dead moment. Most of the people were up and dancing, even people who have never been willing to dance before! It takes a skilled DJ to do that. It was electric. We had had a negative experience with another DJ company that we spoke to before we decided to look to Nocturnal Cafe, but just from the first conversation with Keith we knew he was our DJ. Keith was incredibly respectful to us, he was patient and understanding throughout the whole process, and he worked with us every step of the way to make sure we were going to have the best night of our lives. His process with his clients is great and made us feel very comfortable. He does a great job of avoiding the typical eye-roll cheesy songs (unless you request it, of course) and he picks songs that suit well for what you’re looking for. We gave him some songs/artists/genres we would like to hear (and some to songs to avoid) but we ultimately wanted to just give him an idea of what we were thinking and for him to use it as a guide more than a ‘must’. We gave him creative freedom to just let him work his magic and boy, was it magic that came out of those speakers!
Chase P., 2 months ago
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DJ - A Better DJ And Photographer Nationwide 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $799
  • Serves Kensington, CA
  • Offer

We will make your reception fun for all of your wedding guests! We have provided top level DJ-MC services for over 25 years in budget friendly packages. We also offer spectacular wedding photography and HD Video. Visit our site and see over 1 million photos, thousands of reviews, and some great package prices. If you give us a call before you book any of these vendors you'll quickly learn why over 15,000 couples have chosen us to help make their special day magical. All packages include expert planning assistance, which will take away a lot of the stress associated with planning your wedding! We are available nationwide including your area!

We would highly recommend A Better Dj & Photographer Nationwide!! They are professional, courteous, very knowledgeable & created a smooth, fun, upbeat vibe on our wedding day. Sound system, all photography & video were amazing!
Elissa S., 5 months ago
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Party Doctor LLC 

5.0

  • Production company
  • Starts at $2,499
  • Serves Kensington, CA

NOTE: Don’t be misled into thinking all Mobile Event Companies are the same. We are your Luxury Event Consulting/Production Company. We've been informed that we are truly the best of our kind in the United States. Guaranteed. The Party Doctor Team can handle any event with the utmost professionalism. The Best Brands in the World never apologize for their Prices. "We do Extra because you Deserve Extra".

Awarded Best of Zola
With his over 40years of event planning, DJ, and MC work. The Party Doctor really knows how to bring the party. Young and old will be captivated by Docs ability to include everyone into his one of a kind sensory experience. I highly recommend The Party Doctor for your next event.
Fiesta Event Insurance, a year ago
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DJ RomanN 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $799
  • Serves Kensington, CA

Hello everyone! My name is Roman and I've been DJ-ing since 2004, moving towards private events in 2009- Weddings, Birthday Parties, Proms, Baptisms, Grand Openings, Corporate Events and anything that involves music. I also offer various lights and effects for the event, including but not limited to: battery powered uplights, mirror ball, RGB lasers, moving heads, big size/ concert style moving heads, "stick" lights, fog/ haze/ geyser machines, confetti machine and always adding more and more. My 2024 packages start at only $800 for an "all-inclusive" 5-hour event around Sacramento area. Thank you!

We’ve invited Roman to be the Dj at several of our parties and it was awesome! The music selection that he has every time pleases every guest and the atmosphere is epic every time. He has such a wide variety of equipment from confetti machine, to lights, laser beams, smoke machine, soundbars and so many speakers. So stay assured it will be loud and quality sound. Will definitely call him every time for many more parties to come!
Diana & A., 6 months ago
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Pueblo Events 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Serves Kensington, CA
  • Offer

Pueblo Events is a professional DJ company that can make your wedding in Chicago and Los Angeles a party to remember. Owner and lead DJ Eddie understands that music entertainment has a huge impact on the mood and atmosphere of a celebration. He specializes in curating lively DJ sets that get people dancing the night away to their favorite songs and genres. He is also a classically trained pianist! His musical knowledge has helped him to be more creative and innovative in his craft. His clients have raved about this! He holds residencies at popular bars and has a robust portfolio of prestigious clients such as Apple.

Eddie is the best. You will save his number and have him in mind for all possible gatherings, weddings, parties and more. He made our baby shower be filled with music we love. He is also Salud’s (a 501 c(3) nonprofit) main sound and audio for events. He always does an incredible job and I highly recommend! Call him today and have one less worry for your special moment!
Ricardo C., 4 months ago
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Felix and Fingers Dueling Pianos 

5.0

  • Band or Ensemble
  • Serves Kensington, CA

Felix and Fingers is the highest rated dueling piano company in the country. It is a full service, all-inclusive, events entertainment option specializing in wedding, corporate, social, and fundraiser events. We are an organization of highly talented individuals trained to accommodate your wedding needs with professionalism and fun. Should you need background music, no problem! Emcee the introductions… done! Whatever you want playing, we take care of it! Live or DJed, When it’s time for everyone to hit the dance floor, F&F will get your guests dancing, with every show being unique and tailored to you and your guest's requests!

We were planning Impromptu I Do's and Felix and Fingers came in clutch for us. Having been to so many weddings where DJs were a bust and having an older crowd of guests, we knew we wanted something unique! Jake and Mike were fantastic, we got so many compliments on everything from the dinner music to the main event. They even accommodated a late addition ask of them to cover the ceremony which as the Bride I had no time for. Couldn't be more pleased, Jakes communication was outstanding and really put my mind at ease knowing I wouldn't have anything surprises to worry about!
Terri J., 11 days ago
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Cage and Aquarium 

3.7

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,700
  • Serves Kensington, CA

We are a collective of highly trained photographers and DJs. Our photographers combine natural portraiture with a creative documentary style to tell a unique story for each couple that chooses us. Masters of their craft, C+A's DJs specialize in turntable DJing, giving your event an authentic music experience.

DJ Demchuk (Daniel) did an absolutely amazing job during our wedding! The dance floor was bumping all night and we got SO many compliments on how good the music was, including from our older guests. Both the CA team and Daniel himself were super professional, kind, and communicative to work with throughout the planning process and during the night itself. We asked for some edits to our first dance song and Daniel made it happen flawlessly. He also sent us a full track list from the wedding within a few days so we can relive the party over and over. We could not have been happier with how everything turned out, and would recommend this DJ to anyone looking!
Julie U., a year ago

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About wedding bands & DJs in Kensington, CA

How much do couples usually pay for wedding music in Kensington, CA?

Live bands typically range from $500 to $18,500, averaging at $3,800. DJs range from $750 to $3,000 and average at $1,500. You can also book music for your ceremony only, starting at $150!

Ultimately, the cost will depend on the number of hours booked, and in the case of live bands, how many musicians are in the band.

Do bands and DJs typically play the entire party from start to finish?

It depends! 77% of bands and DJs in Kensington, CA cover cocktail hour and 75% will play for the ceremony, in addition to the reception. 65% offer services for the after party if you’re having one!

Do most bands learn new songs if you ask them to?

66% of bands in Kensington, CA will learn new songs! Make sure you ask about the lead time they need to learn and rehearse something new.

What are the most popular bands and DJs in Kensington, CA?

The most popular bands in Kensington, CA are Louis Pettinelli Entertainment, Felix and Fingers Dueling Pianos and Lucky Devils Band. The most popular DJs are Second Song, ARIA EVENT SERVICES LLC and Sutherland Entertainment.

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