DJ Expectations

As you know, we highly suggest working with one of our preferred DJs for your wedding. However, we understand that couples will sometimes want to explore other options. Below is a list of expectations we expect from DJs working in our space.

#1. Limit Excessive Volume/Bass

Louder is not always better! Some DJs feel like they're not doing their job if people can still have a conversation. FALSE! A good wedding DJ does not need to over compensate with insane volume. We are in a residential area and need to limit volume to around 85-90 decibels. If they hit 95, we ask them to turn the music down. We promise that even 90 is borderline too loud to enjoy your wedding.

#2. They must provide their own equipment

We have a house system that they are able to use the aux cord to play a Spotify playlist for cocktail hour but we do not allow them to plug directly into our system (besides our preferred DJs). We do not supply any equipment for them to do their jobs (microphones, speakers, lights).

#3. They must be are able to provide a Certificate of Insurance listing The Bridge Lemont LLC and 308 Canal LLC as additionally insured up to $1,000,000 per incidence.

This is a requirement for all vendors when working at The Bridge Lemont. Any professional vendor should have no problem providing a COI with other businesses listed as additionally insured on their policy.

#4. No Duct Tape, only Gaffers Tape.

Any professional wedding DJ will have this tape. It is special tape so that it does not leave a residue behind after pulling it up.

#5. No Sparklers/Smoke/Confetti

Any sort of add ons that a DJ sells you must be approved first. Our building is 90% wood and we'd like our building to remain standing after your wedding. Please reach out to us if you are considering doing anything "extra". Approval is up to our discression.

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Please take a look at the reviews below of our most preferred DJ, Shaun Anthony – Signature Entertainment! His website can be found here!

I cannot say enough about how AMAZING Shaun is. He hyped up our entire crowd when we entered our wedding and the entire night. He always checked on my husband and I to make sure we were okay and didn’t need anything. His music selection and mixes are incredible. Our dance floor was instantly full and did not empty ONCE until our wedding ended. Thank you so much for helping make our wedding perfect!

Shaun is THE BEST DJ EVER!! He is kind, knowledgeable, talented, and fun!! He knows how to read the crowd and plays the best music. Our dance floor was packed all night!! He also made sure to check in on us during dinner to make sure we were eating and enjoying the day. All around great person, and so happy we picked him for our wedding day! Shaun, you’re amazing!!

Shaun was the best to work with. He was always team bride and groom and was able to provide the best atmosphere. I love recommending Shaun to other brides because not only does he provide amazing entertainment but he is also a great human being. I love running into Shaun and I'm so grateful to have the memories of our wedding that he helped create. Truly a visionary!

Shaun is the best DJ and I am honestly so impressed with his skills and how he caters to the bride and groom! Anything on their do not play list, he will ensure stays that way - he curates the playlist to the couple and their wants and puts together something that flows for the whole party! I cannot recommend him enough!