The Best Rock Wedding DJs in Wadena, MN

The Best Rock Wedding DJs in Wadena, MN

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28 Wedding Bands & DJs in Wadena, MN

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DJ Sound Productions & Entertainment, LLC 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $675
  • Serves Wadena, MN

We specialize in making your wedding day the most epic celebration ever since 1998! Our passion for excellence is what sets us apart from the rest. We don’t do boring here – our tailored approach means that we cater to your unique style and preferences, creating a wedding that’s as unique as you are making it the most unforgettable experience imaginable. We provide a professional and polished performance that will keep your guests on the dance floor all night long. A DJ Sound Productions wedding is what every Bride desires! So what are you waiting for? Let’s create the wedding of your dreams and make it a party that nobody will ever forget!

DJs are expected to be perfect, every second they are working, every day. No other job has this expectation. We understood this and wanted a human DJ, not a robot. We wanted a DJ company that can follow what we wanted, what we put on the forms, a DJ to play our music, fill in great songs to match our taste and style, to pack the dance floor (we know this isn't a reasonable request as this relies on guests, not solely the DJ alone), a DJ that can pick music to encourage guests to dance, and show up on time and do not a perfect job, but amazing job. And this DJ did just that! Our fear was a dance that had poor music and no dancers. That's it. We've seen so many other DJ fail at this. Not this DJ company, they were amazing and exceeded all requirements above. The DJ was outstanding and worth every penny. And I loved that I could call the COMPANY at 10pm with questions. Knock out job and very well done. Highly recommend these amazing (not perfect) humans! :)
Janice T., 3 months ago
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Bluewater Kings Band 

4.9

  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Wadena, MN
  • 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 Bluewater Kings are a premium, customizable 3 to 14 piece band specializing in high-energy music–at a sensible price. Reach out to get started! 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. We also offer Photo & Video services!

We were thrilled with the Bluewater Kings Band for our wedding! Owen was fantastic to work with - he was prompt, organized, and enthusiastic in his communication. We splurged on adding a sax player and were so glad we did - it really brought an extra layer of talent and fun. The band absolutely nailed our preferred musical vibe. As soon as the music started, the dance floor filled up and stayed packed all night long! The set list matched our taste perfectly. The band brought a highly professional yet fun energy that kept the party going. Their musicianship was top-notch and their song selection had something for all our guests to enjoy. We felt like royalty celebrating with the Bluewater Kings Band behind us - choosing them was one of the best decisions we made for our big day!
Amanda S., 5 months ago
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Musical Genius Productions 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $850
  • Serves Wadena, MN
  • Offer

Musical Genius Productions is an upscale DJ service delivering unmatched entertainment across Mankato and Minnesota! As a bilingual DJ, we ensure your requests are met with custom packages designed to elevate every wedding. Since 2009, we've helped couples create memorable nights with stunning sound and lighting. From the first consultation to the last dance, we ensure everything runs smoothly so you can enjoy your big day. Trust us to bring smiles, good music, and an unforgettable energy!

Before booking a DJ many of our married friends and family told us that DJs can make or break your wedding reception—long story short Omar and Musical Genius Productions definitely made our reception night! All of our guests were happy and pleased with the music. People we never expected to dance stayed on the dance floor for most of the night! Young and old all enjoyed the music. Grandmas and kiddos alike tore up the dance floor. We were very, very happy with our service! We would (and are) recommending musical genius production to all our soon to be married friends and family!
Ella D., 8 months ago
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DJ Services By Paul Young 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $695
  • Serves Wadena, MN

I’ve done over 3000 weddings, and this experience pays off in many ways, from musical knowledge to skills required to mix the music in exciting ways. As I “read the room” I take requests, and time the playing of each track based on YOUR taste in music- I guarantee to follow your “must play” list, “do not play” list. Unlimited, personal planning time is included with me, personally, who will be your actual DJ (not a subcontractor).

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Paul was very communicative and friendly. He was very helpful in planning the whole day! We booked him for the ceremony and reception and he did a great job! He was also very flexible when my anxiety as the bride decided to change a couple things up last minute and not do the shoe game and move up the first dance. He took requests and even played songs that I didn't even know existed when he was asked. My husband and I asked for a specific song that meant a lot to us and he even was able to play that, even though the band is a small Minnesota band. His pricing is also very reasonable and I heard he was better than other DJs that have higher price points. Definitely recommend him!
Rachel B., 2 years ago
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DJ - A Better DJ And Photographer Nationwide 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $799
  • Serves Wadena, MN
  • 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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Louis Pettinelli Entertainment 

5.0

  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Wadena, MN

Louis Pettinelli Entertainment is a musical entertainment company that offers an unrivaled musical experience for clients around the country. We currently service over 25 metropolitan areas throughout the lower 48, and provide musical entertainment for hundreds of events every year. Our past clients include The United Nations, Lockheed Martin, Nationwide Auto Insurance, The Shell Oil Corporation, and many more. No event is too small or large for us. Louis Pettinelli Entertainment has musical ensembles that range from a soloist to a 15 piece party band, and everything in between!

I was blown away by the talent of the musicians, they really take their craft seriously. I requested a Roaring Twenties theme from Louis Pettinelli and they went above and beyond to make it happen. The singer Karlea was phenomenal and did an amazing job of keeping our guests engaged and entertained. The musicians were all courteous, professional, and exceptionally talented. They dressed appropriately for our wedding theme and many of the guests at the Hawthorne Hotel wanted to take pictures with Karlea in her Twenties attire. In addition to being a wonderful experience, they were also a great value for the price. These are top quality musicians and we paid a reasonable price for the band. I highly recommend this group for your wedding.
Rochelle P., 3 months ago
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Tyler Preston | Country, Southern Rock, Americana 

5.0

  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Wadena, MN

Tyler Preston's soulful Southern twang and irresistible finger-lickin' chicken pickin' will bring that warm, down-home charm to your country wedding. Whether he's gently strumming his acoustic guitar or electrifying the stage with his band, Tyler Preston creates the perfect atmosphere with timeless country tunes. As you and your loved ones boot scoot the night away, you'll sing along to classics by Chris Stapleton, Luke Combs, Morgan Wallen, Zach Bryan, Tyler Childers, and more. Let Tyler Preston work his magic to make your wedding an unforgettable celebration of love and joy your guests will talk about for years to come.

Tyler made our Anniversary a night to remember. He serenaded my wife at dinner as we celebrated 16 years together. He was able to take a list of songs I asked him to sing and create a beautiful arrangement in less than a week, including learning a custom song that had been written for our wedding. He would be a Blessing to have perform for any occasion. I highly recommend this wonderful artist.
Bruce M., 3 months ago
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Felix and Fingers Dueling Pianos 

5.0

  • Band or Ensemble
  • Serves Wadena, MN

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!

I had the absolute pleasure of working with Jake and Eben for my wedding, and I couldn’t be happier with the experience. From the very beginning of the planning process, they were incredibly professional, skilled, and easy to communicate with. I had complete confidence in them, and they exceeded all of my expectations. The entertainment on the day of the wedding was fantastic—I’ve had guests reaching out all week to rave about how much fun they had! I feel so lucky to have stumbled upon this company and to have had them as a part of such a special day. Highly recommend!
Courtney, 2 months ago
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Lake String Quartet 

5.0

  • Ceremony only
  • Starts at $700
  • Serves Wadena, MN

We provide beautiful string music for your elegant ceremony or reception. We love working with you to tailor the music to your tastes. In addition to the classical repertoire we offer a broad range of Jewish, Scandinavian, Irish and contemporary popular music.

The Lake string Quartet was so easy to work with they were so seamless coordinating with me, the officiant, and my coordinator. I told them everything that I wanted, and they gave me so much more. My one recommendation to anyone is have your handful of songs that you really want played by the string Quartet, but then trust the experts to also pick out songs that they would recommend. What I did was I provided them a list of songs that I really wanted to hear and then let the experts do what they do best and pick out whatever song they thought would match the vibes from the guests.
Sam P., a month ago
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DJ BRETTLY 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,695
  • Serves Wadena, MN

Welcome to DJ Brettly’s award winning, highly reviewed world of premier entertainment! Based in La Crosse, but, travels throughout Wisconsin, Minnesota, Illinois and Iowa, DJ Brettly is your ultimate choice for unforgettable weddings. With exceptional experience and dedication, DJ Brettly ensures your special day is both flawless and memorable. Whether you're planning the wedding of your dreams or seeking a seamless event experience, DJ Brettly’s impeccable music, engaging presence, and personalized touches set the stage for an extraordinary celebration. DJ Brettly is alsoDJ at Stadium View, Legends, Icon, The Glenwood and more!

DJ Brettly was incredible as our wedding DJ. He took such care in preparing for our big day and on the day of did everything we wanted. We got SO many compliments from guests and our other vendors on how amazing he was, and everyone was on the dance floor the entire night. He went above and beyond for us and I cannot recommend him enough! We have already referred him to two other friends getting married next year
Courtney L., 5 months ago
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Golden Touch DJ Entertainment 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Wadena, MN

Welcome to Golden Touch DJ, where Minnesota DJ Bill Young has dazzled guests of weddings and many other events in the Twin Cities (and surrounding area) for more than 15 years. Bill’s journey as a DJ started years ago when he was a professional dancer. Also born into a musical family, Bill instinctively knows how to get a crowd going—reading people and intuitively choosing songs to get them out of their chairs and onto the dance floors until the party’s over.

I would highly recommend Bill from Golden Touch DJ. He was super attentive to details from start to finish, and had many helpful suggestions. We were thrilled with his services and had a very fun wedding reception with Bill leading the event!
Andrea & G., 3 years ago
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Instant Request DJ Entertainment 

4.8

  • DJ
  • Starts at $985
  • Serves Wadena, MN for additional fees

Instant Request DJ prides themselves on providing a service that is customized, tasteful, and fun. With their detailed and valuable online event-planning tool, couples can personalize their options to suit their individual needs. They will help answer questions and discuss options leading up to the wedding. Couples will review the entire plan of the day with their handpicked DJ. Their DJ package includes the emceeing and organizing the night of the event. With over 40 years of experience and stellar reviews they have proven themselves a reliable and award-winning company.

We have mixed feelings about our experience with Instant Request. Our experience working with the company, overall, was positive, but in retrospect, we wish we would have paid the additional cost to upgrade to a VIP DJ. That way, we could have requested our preferred DJ based on their reviews from other couples. A little over 2 weeks prior to our wedding, we were assigned our DJ and had our phone consultation with him. Our DJ was very kind, friendly, and asked us thoughtful questions about us and our wedding day, but we had multiple concerns, one of which being that he had never been to our wedding venue, especially since we were using the DJ services during the ceremony and reception, and also, we would be transitioning to a silent disco at the end of the night (as required by the venue). We could tell that our DJ really cared about our vision and logistics of the wedding day, however, our impression was that he had a reserved personality, and we requested an outgoing and energetic DJ on our preference form. Due to these concerns, I reached out to Instant Request and spoke with one of the staff, who reassured me that they would reach out to our DJ to discuss the layout and logistics of our venue with him. On the wedding day, our DJ was professional and everything went according to plan. We appreciated that he was intentional about asking each person that was giving a speech and bridal party member how to pronounce their name and facilitated the shoe game during our reception. Overall, we thought our DJ was very friendly and skilled, but would have preferred a DJ with more of an outgoing and upbeat personality. We would still hire Instant Request, but would have paid the additional cost to upgrade to a VIP DJ.
Jessica, 2 months ago
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3rd Shift DJs 

4.7

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Wadena, MN for additional fees

3rd Shift DJs is an Elgin, IL-based DJ company that specializes in weddings and nuptial events. This budding business is owned and operated by Alex Dingmann, a DJ professional with a passion for adding thrill and excitement to parties through the sound of music. With years of experience under his belt, Alex helps newlyweds across the country celebrate their new chapter, creating personalized playlists that have everyone dancing all the way home.

We hired 3rd Shift DJs for our wedding and they were amazing. Alex, our DJ, was incredibly profession, understanding, and helpful throughout the entire process. He was very easy to work with and had amazing ideas to help us out when we were stumped on song choices, including putting together a great mix for our grand entrance. Alex's personality was also very friendly and welcoming, and I had multiple people tell me how amazing the music and DJ were all night long. The quality of their work was very professional and they were very attentive to every detail. I would definitely hire 3rd Shift DJs again for an event. Thank you again, Alex and the 3rd Shift DJs team, for helping make our wedding day so special!
Theresa P., 3 months ago
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DJ Mitch Entertainment 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,695
  • Serves Wadena, MN for additional fees

Hi, my name is Mitch! I grew up surrounded by music. I started playing saxophone in 5th grade and pretty much from then on music has encompassed my life. After graduating from college with a music degree and working in customer service for over 3 years, the thought of combining my passion for music and love of serving people always sounded too good to be true! My number one goal is to help you craft an unforgettable wedding, one note at a time! How do I do that? by getting to know you and catering to your likes and dislikes! Also with my secret weapon! (my saxophone)

We cannot express enough praise and gratitude for Mitch! We had the privilege of working with him for our wedding on 7/6/24. From preplanning meetings to the wedding day, Mitch was extremely on top of everything to ensure our wedding day ran smoothly. He also communicated with our other vendors on the day of the wedding to ensure everyone was on the same page! When we had our live acoustic guitarist back out somewhat suddenly, we reached out to Mitch for references. To our surprise, he offered us an even better idea to have him play sax and a friend play guitar at the ceremony. All of our guests absolutely loved it and it brought a really special feel to the ceremony. On top of that, the energy he brings to MCing got our guests super excited and involved! Part of our package included having Mitch play Sax at the reception… JUST DO IT! It was so fun having him jump on the dance floor and interact with our guests! Mitch made our wedding a day to remember for all, and we cannot recommend him enough. Thank you DJ Mitch!
Shae B., 4 months ago
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Tyler Herwig 

5.0

  • Solo performer
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Wadena, MN for additional fees

When I was 16 years old I began to teach myself how to play guitar so that I could impress a girl that I had a huge crush on... she wasn't very impressed at the time. However, one day I was playing outside and a woman walking by asked my to sing in her wedding. That day change my entire life. I truly fell in love with music when I performed at that wedding, and have since made it my job to make every wedding day as special, and unforgettable as possible. (please email herwigmusic (at) gmail for booking-- sorry i can't put the actually email address in there...)

Awarded Best of Zola
We hired Tyler to perform for our daughter's wedding. He was so wonderful to work with and was willing to make several adjustments last minute that would have been impossible with recorded music due to unfortunate weather the day of the wedding. Tyler walked us through music options for the ceremony helping us choose music that was more than just 'nice' but brought out our bride and groom's personalities. He was a calming spirit and his music for the ceremony and cocktail hour was perfect! We loved him so much that we hired him to play at our son's wedding as well. We absolutely recommend Tyler Herwig for any event!!
Leonard H., 2 years ago
Harmon Entertainment 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Serves Wadena, MN for additional fees

Harmon Entertainment is the ultimate DJ service in the Midwest area. Offering MC/DJ packages, lighting, photobooths, and even videography we can build the ultimate experience for you and your wedding. Our DJs are trained to create an epic dancefloor no matter what and we guarantee your guests will be saying "That was the best wedding reception....ever!"

I got married on June 15, and Mason was our DJ. He was absolutely amazing and made our wedding so much fun! I highly, highly recommend him. From our first meeting to the big day, he made everything so easy. We had multiple meetings to go over every detail, even things I hadn’t thought about (and I’m definitely Type A). So many friends and family members came up to me during and after the wedding to say how great he was and to ask for his information for future events. I honestly don’t have a single negative thing to say about him. Mason even got on the dance floor to teach some dances and was constantly helping with other wedding-related tasks besides the music, like making a schedule, helping with our slide show, watching over our raffle stuff and keeping it safe, helping tear up tickets, and so much more. I wouldn’t have wanted anyone else there for that day! He was fantastic on the mic, keeping the energy high and ensuring everyone had a great time. The dance floor stayed full the entire night which was definitely a fear of mine but EVERYONE danced ALL NIGHT! Mason truly did an amazing job. If you’re looking for a DJ, I promise you, Mason is your guy!
Emily B., 5 months ago
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DJ Joe 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $995
  • Serves Wadena, MN for additional fees

Are you searching for a seasoned DJ to make your wedding a memorable one? Look no further! I'm DJ Joe, with over 20 years of experience, I have successfully rocked weddings, events, and nightclubs throughout Minnesota. As a versatile DJ well-versed in all genres of music, I know how to create the perfect atmosphere . You can trust me to effortlessly mix music, keeping your guests on their feet and the party going all night long. Additionally, with my exceptional emcee skills, I will ensure that your event flows smoothly from start to finish.

DJ Joe kept all of his promises and was super easy to work with. He kept the party going all night, his footprint didn’t take up a ton of space and his equipment all worked flawlessly. Terrifically nice guy and I highly recommend him!
Dayne H., 8 months ago
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Ryan Shephard 

5.0

  • Solo performer
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Wadena, MN for additional fees

50+ 5-star reviews across major event platforms, and brand new to Zola! My name is Ryan Shephard, and I'm an artist from Cincinnati, OH, (Now located in Chicago, IL) with a large repertoire of experience ranging in a wide variety of musical genres and endeavors including working with and sharing the stage with bands and artists like Sublime with Rome, Richie Ramone of The Ramones, and Chance McCoy of Old Crow Medicine Show. I've played 600+ events that include over a hundred weddings, performances for Fortune 500 companies, high-profile politicians, and more! Quality is my expertise! Let me give you a night to remember.

Ryan Shephard was an absolute pleasure to work with as our wedding singer. From our first call, his communication was thorough and consistent. He was incredibly kind and made the whole planning process easy. On the day of, his quality of work was detailed, he was very prepared, and he had fun positive attitude. Ryan learned multiple songs just for our wedding and traveled a long distance to be there, which we really appreciated. Everyone at our wedding LOVED him! His voice was amazing and really added the vibe we wanted to our wedding. He was also flexible with using songs we wanted from Spotify and playing live music. We couldn't have asked for more. He is phenomenal!
Claire G., a month ago
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DJ Johnee D'Shea Entertainment 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,200
  • Serves Wadena, MN for additional fees

From the humble beginnings of spinning my K-Tel, KISS, ABBA and Foreigner records for my stuffed animals as a young kid in the 70s - to DJing for thousands at a Minnesota Wild event to playing campfire songs on an acoustic guitar and doing skits for 1 million people on KDWBs DAVE RYAN IN THE MORNING show, along with being a bassist of 40 years for cover bands Hairball, Arch Allies and RockGodz & original acts Rainmaker and 1000 Pleasures. Music has been my life's passion. It's been there when I need a friend or advice in life when I couldn't find the answer. I'm dedicated to making sure to share that passion with others. It's my superpower.

Easy to work with. Professional experience and equipment
Only Toons DJ Service, a year ago

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About wedding bands & DJs in Wadena, MN

How much do couples usually pay for wedding music in Wadena, MN?

Live bands typically range from $450 to $18,500, averaging at $5,000. DJs range from $395 to $2,100 and average at $1,000. You can also book music for your ceremony only, starting at $100!

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! 87% of bands and DJs in Wadena, MN cover cocktail hour and 83% will play for the ceremony, in addition to the reception. 74% offer services for the after party if you’re having one!

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

70% of bands in Wadena, MN 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 Wadena, MN?

The most popular bands in Wadena, MN are Louis Pettinelli Entertainment, Felix and Fingers Dueling Pianos and Bluewater Kings Band. The most popular DJs are Golden Touch DJ Entertainment, DJ Services By Paul Young and Lens On Records Llc.

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