Hi, my name is Chris Ward and I love music.
I’ve been a touring drummer for the last decade with Pattern is Movement. I’ve had the pleasure to share the stage with artists like The Roots, St. Vincent, Dirty Projectors, Shabazz Palaces and tour all around the world. I’ve also been booking shows for years at Philly’s own Johnny Brenda’s. My life revolves around music and that is why I love to DJ.
You might wonder – what makes me The Other Wedding DJ?
Well, I’m not your traditional wedding DJ. I won’t be playing ‘The Electric Slide’ nor will I be bringing any props (see: inflatable guitars, saxes, etc) with me. The way I see it, I’m just hosting the best dance party you’ve ever been to and it just so happens to be your wedding. What does that look like? I’ll be spinning Motown, Madonna as well as TLC, Prince and Beyoncé just to name a few. All of my years of listening to and performing music has helped me hone the ability to read a crowd and when I’m spinning a wedding – my focus is to get and keep the party going.
So, when you hire me, you’ll get a DJ who is emotionally invested in your day. We’ll work together to figure out the songs you’ve got to hear on that special day as well the ones you do not want played. My job is to get everyone dancing from your Grandma to your best friend and I take that responsibility seriously!
Gabrielle Szczepanek
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Chris was the absolute perfect DJ for our wedding! He was able to seamlessly meld together all of our favorite types of music, which led to the perfect atmosphere for our wedding. Chris just *got* us. He was incredibly thorough and organized leading up to the wedding. When we were feeling in the weeds leading up to the big day, a frequent calming thought was "we don't need to worry about Chris, he's got it."If you're looking for a thoughtful, kind, and creative DJ to curate the perfect dance party at your wedding reception, look no further than Chris.
Qais Iqbal
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We absolutely loved working with Chris!!! We're not the most knowledgable about music or what music is good for specific parts of the reception, but Chris was a game changer. He was so easy to communicate with and had a super strong attention to detail. He is also extremely knowledgeable and his vast experience shows. For example, he made a point to learn how to pronounce everyone's names correctly for when he was intro'ing speeches. He also helped us pick a horah song that was perfect for our energy and the space we were using. Lastly, our friends and family were dancing the entire night and there was never an awkward lull. He is an absolute gem of a person and an insanely talented DJ.
Noah Duckett
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We could not have been luckier to have Chris at our wedding! I had a very detailed must play/do not play list and he hit the mark perfectly. He read the room so well and kept everyone dancing; he infused some spooky elements that helped turn our reception into the best Halloween party ever; he was able to perfectly balance music from my culture, from our taste in disco, to things that our friends could really sing to at the end of the night. Every phone call we had with him was SO detailed and considerate - it was obvious that he really cared about us having fun and having a wedding that felt like us and that we were proud of. Our guests loved that he was dancing throughout the night and one guest told me that her legs started cramping because she didn't want to stop dancing!
Iris Walls
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Hiring The Other Wedding DJ is easily one of the best decisions we made for our wedding. Throughout the planning process Chris was incredibly professional, responsive, helpful, and reassuring. Working with him to craft the musical vibe for our wedding and hearing just how much of his expertise and creativity he puts into the experience was a lot of fun, and it made all the difference on our big day. So many of our guests were raving about the music and how they couldn't leave the dancefloor!
Beau Parker
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I can't imagine how our wedding would have gone without The Other Wedding DJ. Chris was able to take our list of music and plug in his knowledge to complete the perfect playlist. His blending of genres was perfect and the talk of our wedding. Chris combined all of our interests and favorite music into a great set list and mixed them with other hits that get people on the dance floor. Chris made the planning process with him so easy, he was always quick to answer any question we had, and worked directly with our venue to handle set-up logistics. Hands down one of the best choices we made for our wedding.
Michele Ozer
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I cannot tell you how special our wedding was because of Chris, The Other Wedding DJ. From our first phone call, we knew Chris was the DJ for us. First - he has a background as a musician and has toured with incredible artists I admire. His understanding of musicality shows in his DJ work. My husband and I met at an indie rock concert, so music is important to us and our taste can be a little obscure. Chris combined all of our interests and favorite music into a great set list and mixed them with other hits that get people on the dance floor. People were dancing all night and continue to compliment us on our DJ. The planning process with him was so easy, he had great input every step of the way, worked directly with our venue to handle set-up logistics, and I cannot imagine our wedding day without him. Hands down one of the best choices we made for our wedding.
Beau P.
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I can't imagine how our wedding would have gone without The Other Wedding DJ. Chris was able to take our list of music and plug in his knowledge to complete...
Michele O.
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I cannot tell you how special our wedding was because of Chris, The Other Wedding DJ. From our first phone call, we knew Chris was the DJ for us. First - he...
Bryce Harris
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Chris was the perfect DJ for our wedding reception. He communicated with us excellently from the first time we spoke. He happily answered questions from us about weddings that had nothing to do with music and offered advice using his extensive experience in weddings. As for the DJ part, he put on the perfect party, catered to our tastes.He used our personalities and music interests to make a wonderful playlist and kept people dancing the whole time.Something that I’d really like to mention is that there were times that a song or band that we wanted to hear maybe wouldn’t fit the vibe of a dance party, so he’d suggest another song or another time to sneak it in. For example, I’m a dead head but you can play a 20 minute jam during the reception! So he suggested a few other Grateful Dead songs and said we could sneak one in during the dinner and it worked perfectly!We received a ton of positive feedback from people of all ages about Chris. And if we had to do it again, we’d pick Chris every time. We highly recommend his services. He was GREAT!Thank you, Chris!!
Claire G.
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Chris was exactly what we needed for our wedding day. He was collaborative from start the finish, flexible with scheduling calls and venue tours, attentive...
Colleen Carr
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We couldn't have asked for a better DJ for our wedding! From the moment we reached out, Chris was professional, making the entire planning process smooth and stress-free. He took the time to understand our music tastes, accommodating all of our special requests and ensuring that the playlist was perfectly tailored to our personalities and the vibe we wanted for our big day.Chris did an awesome job on the wedding day as well. He worked with us to have a seamless set that kept people dancing all night. He also did the music for our ceremony and cocktail hour. What really stood out was Chris's ability to mix genres and cater to all of our guests, from our grandparents to our college friends. Everyone, no matter their age or musical preference, had an amazing time.Beyond the music, Chris was a joy to work with—punctual, friendly, and genuinely invested in making our wedding day perfect. He coordinated effortlessly with our other vendors and kept the night running on schedule without a hitch.We got a lot of compliments on our music and would absolutely recommend Chris for all of your DJing needs!
Colleen C.
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We couldn't have asked for a better DJ for our wedding! From the moment we reached out, Chris was professional, making the entire planning process smooth...
Jackie Pembleton
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We recently had the pleasure of working with Chris Ward, AKA The Other Wedding DJ, for our wedding, and we couldn't be happier with our choice! From start to finish, Chris was an absolute professional with exceptional communication skills. We had three in-depth meetings where he took the time to truly understand our music tastes, ensuring that the soundtrack for our special day was perfectly tailored to us.Chris created a total party atmosphere, which was exactly what we had envisioned. The experience was incredibly customizable, and as big music fans, we loved being so involved in the process. He seamlessly blended our music selections with his own, which were spot-on, keeping the dance floor packed all night. His ability to beat match was fantastic, ensuring there was never a dull moment.One of the highlights was that Chris sent us the playlists after the wedding, allowing us to relive those unforgettable memories anytime we want. It’s a special touch that we’ll always cherish.We would recommend Chris to anyone looking for a wedding DJ without hesitation. He came highly recommended by friends, and he exceeded our expectations in every way. If you want a DJ who’s not only talented but also genuinely cares about making your day unique and unforgettable (and is just generally a really cool dude), Chris is your guy. 100/10!
Jaclyn P.
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We recently had the pleasure of working with Chris Ward, AKA The Other Wedding DJ, for our wedding, and we couldn't be happier with our choice! From start...
Matt Brooks
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Look no further, you found your guy. Chris is an amazing DJ! He knew exactly how to craft the vibe we were looking for. He has multiple calls with you to make sure you know the exact process and what you need to give him, and to make sure you're all on the exact same page. Then you easily plug your choices/schedule into his app and he takes it from there! Multiple guests went out of their way to ask us how we found him. I couldn't recommend Chris more highly. Book him right now!
Matt B.
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Chris was amazing! He knew exactly how to craft the vibe we were looking for. He has multiple calls with you to make sure you know the exact process and...
Shiya Furstenau
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Chris was amazing to work with. His kind, and cheerful approach made planning this special event less stressful, and his amazing eclectic music tastes help make our event a stand out experience!
Richard Moyer
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Chris was the best DJ we could ever ask for! He was responsive when we needed help or had questions, he helped plan our day, and made the entire process easy. Our guests raved about our music and how much fun they had. My wife and I are so happy we chose Chris to DJ our special day.
Richard P.
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Chris was the best DJ we could ever ask for! He was responsive when we needed help or had questions, he helped plan our day, and made the entire process...
Evan Hertzog
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Chris was overall our guests' favorite vendor. He worked with us to create the right ~vibe~. He knew exactly how to work the space with the audio. He fed off our energy on the dance floor and made appropriate calls based on the reactions of our crowd. You can't go wrong booking The Other Wedding DJ! Amazing to work with from start to finish. If I could do 10/5 stars I would!
Leo Brussel
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Chris is an expert- cool, talented, fun. He knows what you want, he plays what you didn't know you needed, and understands what you absolutely do not want played. He has huge range and knowledge, and knows how to make your party good. Most important is what he won't do: he won't play Closing Time when your drunk friends demand it.
Amelia Aretz
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Chris is the best choice around! You could not ask for a more fun and personalized experience for your wedding. Chris is communicative, helpful, and most importantly, kind. His demeanor immediately assured me that our party was in the best hands. You can tell he takes the time to look through your suggestions/wants so you get exactly the experience you are looking for. He shared ideas and was available to talk whenever we needed. Thank you, Chris, for making our night incredibly special!
Brandon Foster
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Chris absolutely crushed it at our wedding. Tons of communication and very knowledgeable between our venue and (of course) music. Our guests didn’t sit down once after the music started. Highly recommendEDIT: we just came from a wedding 6 months after ours and multiple people told us we had the best music at any wedding they’ve ever been to. Couldn’t recommend more
Katherine Hill-Ott
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We are so glad we decided to book Chris to DJ our wedding! From the moment we reached out, Chris was responsive, knowledgeable, kind and helpful. He listened to all our wants and needs and gave us incredibly helpful feedback. The app he uses to get your must play and special moment songs is super easy to use and made this part of the communication really seamless, and man did he throw down on the song selection! I could not have asked for a more well curated playlist! We had the best time dancing at our wedding and all of our friends and family raved about Chris. I wish we could do it all over again! Thanks for everything, Chris!
Katherine H.
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We are so glad we decided to book Chris to DJ our wedding! From the moment we reached out, Chris was responsive, knowledgeable, kind and helpful. He...
Liz Roan
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Chris was the perfect DJ for our wedding! From the very first call (which felt more like a full nerd-out session of all our favorite bands) up until finalizing our playlist, coordinating with the emcee and planner, Chris was the best."Wedding of the century" was one of our guests reviews when talking about the music! And while Chris kept the music to our style, he did so good throwing down Missy, and several guest started to break dance!Chris made the music of our wedding the highlight of the night, giving certain songs a whole new meaning to us, sparking memories we will never forget.I would recommend Chris for your wedding in a heartbeat!
Lyndsey Fox
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The truth is, I wish we could afford to have Chris follow us around and score our every day life - that's how much he got us. Chris is so passionate about what he does and it comes through in the way he runs his business and the work he produces. For us, music wasn't just one part of the night - it was the glue that tied it together. From day one of talking to him, we could tell Chris felt the same way. He speaks of music at a big event as a way to non-verbally cue moments, and emotions and to ensure that the night feels organic. We were nervous when looking for a DJ for our wedding because my now husband and I have such different music tastes, but somehow Chris managed to weave The Waterboys, Wu Tang, Dawes and Donna Summer into a magical night where the dance floor was never empty. Chris worked with us to incorporate an antiquated Jewish tradition into the end of our Hora and was kind enough to walk us through a few different ways that he's done the Hora before. Taking that kind of interest in your client's cultural customs is a special kind of magic. Couldn't recommend Chris more.
lyndsey F.
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The truth is, I wish we could afford to have Chris follow us around and score our every day life - that's how much he got us. Chris is so passionate about...
Ryleigh Freund
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Chris was absolutely wonderful to work with from start to finish! He made the wedding planning process so enjoyable and he was very organized. He made our wedding into the best party- which is what we wanted 🙂 couldn’t recommend him more for your wedding day!!
Victoria Harrington
1703702067
I could never put in words the absolute professionalism and sheer talent of Chris Ward as our Wedding DJ but I will certainly try. From the very beginning, he was informative, friendly, and to the point. Even the UI of his online booking process was impressive. He worked so diligently and precisely with my Husband and I getting ready for our big day. And the way he DELIVERED on the big day- my guests are still talking to me about it and it's already been 3 months since. I can't recommend Chris enough as your DJ for you next big event. You absolutely won't regret it!
Lusi Klimenko
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Chris was wonderful to work with and did an incredible job DJing our wedding. He was extremely responsive, flexible, and helped put us at ease about the flow of the reception and our music selections. Everyone had a great time and our guests kept raving about how much fun they had on the dance floor. Highly recommend!
Brandon F.
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Chris absolutely crushed it at our wedding. Tons of communication and very knowledgeable between our venue and (of course) music. Our guests didn't sit down...
Kate Svigals
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Benji djed our wedding in September and it was the dance party of our dreams. Had everyone on the floor til 2am!
Samantha Dubin
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Chris was amazing. He was so thorough and well organized with everything. Everything leading up to our wedding made us feel so confident for our big day. He went above and beyond for everything. He even went to check out our venue space prior to our wedding date which made us feel that he truly cared about our special day. All of our guests wouldn’t stop dancing and talking about how amazing the music was. He made sure our timeline was always on point and that was so important to us! He played our must play music and everything was incredible from the time I sent my deposit to the end of our wedding night. Sometimes we felt that he was our wedding planner, but better 😂!! Everything was perfect!!! Thank you so much Chris!!!
Samantha D.
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Chris was amazing. He was so thorough and well organized with everything. Everything leading up to our wedding made us feel so confident for our big day. He...
Ryan Nasino
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Chris was outstanding for our wedding. He made collaborating on the music we wanted incredibly easy, and kept several generations on the dance floor all night. We got lots and lots of compliments on the music. Cannot recommend Chris highly enough.
Rachel Sandercock
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Chris was one of the first and easiest vendor choices we made for our wedding - we didn't even bother contacting anyone else after we talked to him! It was really important to us to have an awesome dance party but to also have a music vibe that felt like "us" throughout the rest of the day. Chris provided DJ services for our cocktail hour, dinner, and reception and transitioned seamlessly between the different vibes and spaces for each (even with having to move up and downstairs multiple times due to the rain plan). Chris was super organized and thorough throughout the whole planning process, and I feel like he really took the time to get to know us and our taste in building the playlists for each part of the day. We trusted his creative instincts completely and he absolutely delivered! Multiple people commented about how good the music choices were during dinner and cocktail hour and what an incredible dance party he crafted during the reception. And, on top of everything, Chris was such a kind and warm presence to have as part of our wedding day. 10/10 recommend hiring Chris to be your wedding DJ!!
Rachel S.
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Chris was one of the first and easiest vendor choices we made for our wedding - we didn't even bother contacting anyone else after we talked to him! It was...
Evan Zimmerman
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Chris was the perfect addition to our wedding. From the very first contact through the post-wedding communications, Chris was top notch. We were so glad we found The Other Wedding DJ and that he was available for our day.Our guests comments were that the music was actually too good because they couldn't stop dancing. "Why is the music at this wedding so good" was something we kept hearing throughout the evening.Chris made collaborating on the music / vibe for our event so seamless. We were thrilled.I would recommend Chris for your wedding in a heartbeat.
Evan Z.
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Chris was the perfect addition to our wedding. From the very first contact through the post-wedding communications, Chris was top notch. We were so glad we...
Kelly Kay
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Chris DJ’ed our wedding in Philadelphia and did an amazing job. Beforehand he made sure to connect with my husband and I to get a sense of our music style and how the reception will go. He paid attention to every detail we went over and offered great suggestions as well. He made sure the night flowed smoothly and the dance floor was full. Highly recommend!!
Kelly K.
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Chris DJ'ed our wedding in Philadelphia and did an amazing job. Beforehand he made sure to connect with my husband and I to get a sense of our music style...
Geoffrey Gund
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Chris is the ideal wedding DJ! He's attentive, communicative, incredibly easy to work with, and most importantly, he made sure we got exactly what we wanted out of our wedding: a big dance party with all of our loved ones.He played all the right songs at all the right times to get and keep the party going. If you want a wedding DJ who is a pleasure to work with and will make sure you and your guests all have a great and unforgettable time, stop looking and book Chris!
Geoffrey G.
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Chris is the ideal wedding DJ! He's attentive, communicative, incredibly easy to work with, and most importantly, he made sure we got exactly what we wanted...
Jonathan Hernandez
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Chris did our wedding last night and I can’t overstate just how much he crushed it.Super attentive to the vibe, makes sure he totally understands what sort of thing you want and don’t want on the playlist, and he ACED it.No notes. Spent the rest of the night after the wedding getting compliments on our DJ.
Nick Hoffman
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Chris was amazing from consultation to wedding day!Chris gave very thorough descriptions of what he could provide, what to expect throughout the planning process and, what to expect on our wedding day. On top of making it very simple to select the day of music and proper vibe, Chris was also amazingly helpful in answering any wedding questions and acted as a great 3rd ear!On the day of our wedding Chris crafted the perfect list of songs that matched both of our own unique tastes while mixing in music that would keep all ages on the dance floor. Chris's ability to read a room's energy and how to change it for optimal fun is unparalleled and we truly could not imagine any other DJ to be our vibe conductor for the day!
Nick H.
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Chris was amazing from consultation to wedding day!Chris gave very thorough descriptions of what he could provide, what to expect throughout the planning...
Polina Dineva
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Hiring The Other Wedding DJ for our wedding was one of our best decisions! Chris' passion for his work, his kindness, and his attention to detail truly set him apart from the rest.Chris is a genuine artist who exudes passion for his craft. Throughout the planning process, Chris displayed exceptional responsiveness and thoughtfulness. He dedicated time to understand us as a couple, attentively listening to our musical preferences and our vision for our special day. Further, he was incredibly open to incorporating some Balkan folklore to honor my cultural heritage (which was an absolute hit with our guests)!On the wedding day, Chris arrived early to set up, ensuring that everything ran smoothly. He coordinated seamlessly with our venue to maintain the timeline we had set. His transitions between songs were flawless, and his ability to blend different musical genres and eras catered perfectly to guests of all ages throughout the night. Chris played an invaluable role in making our wedding a joyous and unforgettable celebration.We wholeheartedly recommend The Other Wedding DJ to any couple seeking a DJ who goes above and beyond to create a fun yet intimate atmosphere. Chris, thank you for crafting a wonderful night that we will cherish for the rest of our lives!
Nathaniel Engel
1693495898
Chris is absolutely amazing!! From the very beginning of planning until up to the very end of the big night he crushed it. Through our conversations you can really feel his passion for what he does and the thought and care he puts into his work. We had a very high participation rate on the dance floor and Chris kept it that way for the entire night. What really stood out to me when working with Chris was his drive to make sure our vision came to life. We had discussed doing a pretty specific introduction to our wedding and Chris was ALL IN! Even saying he was going to practice the timing and make sure it was perfect for the day of - I really respect that and thank him for contributing greatly to our unforgettable day!!
Nathaniel E.
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Chris is absolutely amazing!! From the very beginning of planning until up to the very end of the big night he crushed it. Through our conversations you can...
Erin Sweeney
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We hired Chris to DJ our party (it was technically not a wedding!) in June. The communication, expectation-setting, and execution were all perfect. I loved our playlist and Chris's overall chill vibe. I would HIGHLY recommend him.
Marisa S.
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Chris is an incredible DJ and did a great job at our wedding of combining our eclectic tastes and putting in some classic but fun jams that our parents...
Nishant Pandya
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Chris was the DJ for my wedding's ceremony, dinner, and reception. He was INCREDIBLE to work with. He is so thoughtful in the way he thinks about music, sound, and supporting an event. He works with you to learn what you want out of an event and brings such a wealth of knowledge on what has worked/has not worked at prior weddings he has been to without pushing outside of your vision.He is so thoughtful as he learned the pronunciations of all my family members' names and leaned about the Indian wedding ceremony to make sure the music cues went well.I cannot recommend working with Chis highly enough. He is the ultimate teammate for whatever event you wish to host.
Nishant P.
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Chris is the best! I cannot sing his praises highly enough. From the time we hired him, he was so in-tune with what my wife and I hoped for out of our...
Kristin S.
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Chris Ward, The Other Wedding DJ, was a wonderful DJ at our company event! He chose the perfect music to set the lively mood for our lunch and meeting. His...
Scott Barnebey
1681342593
To say Chris Ward is the best would be an understatement. We got so many compliments throughout the night about how much everybody loved the music. From soundtracking the dinner portion to enlivening the dance floor during the reception, he was the secret ingredient for a perfect vibe.Right from the start Chris understood our vision. He was very eager and willing to take on any and all challenges or crazy ideas we threw at him. Not only that, he was incredibly helpful with organizing and helping to plan the processional and recessional, which included accompanying live musicians. You think you are hiring a wedding DJ, but what you don't realize is you are hiring an expert crafter and audio enthusiast who understands how to work with the acoustics of a room and the flow of the evening. Chris is one of those who truly appreciates the nuances of an event, curating the mood of every moment. He knows how to read the room and every beat flowed perfectly from one scene to the next.He is very engaging and communicative, and we greatly enjoyed our video calls where we got to walk through the plan of attack from start to finish, and more importantly talk about our favorite music! He is so easy to work with, and you don't know how much you need that until you're in the thick of wedding stress. He made us feel right at home, and took the time to really understand us and tailor the soundtrack of the event to us as a couple. We felt comfortable trusting him to fill in all the gaps of details we didn't even think about, and welcomed all the suggestions for capturing meaningful moments based on his expertise and instincts.Chris's contribution to our wedding will forever be a highlight of the evening, and an unforgettable memory on top of an unforgettable night. Thank you so much, Chris!
Scott B.
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To say Chris Ward is the best would be an understatement. We got so many compliments throughout the night about how much everybody loved the music. From...
Stevie Chamblin
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Chris did an amazing job. Throughout the whole process he was very communicative and accommodating. He was very thorough and did a preliminary site inspection and worked with us to make amazing choices. Chris killed it during the whole wedding and we couldn’t have done it without him.
Holly W.
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We booked for Chris for our NYE party and there is no doubt- HE MADE THE PARTY! We never stopped dancing! He is so talented and a ton of fun! Everyone loved...
Beatrice McQuiston Nolan
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We couldn't have made a better choice than having Chris as our wedding DJ. He was so wonderful to work with and made everything about the wedding process easier. Chris arrived early and was a life saver during our ceremony by providing a microphone that we needed last minute.The first thing everyone remembers about our wedding was the music! He really listened to our vision and everyone was on the dance floor all night. I highly recommend him for your wedding, you will not be disappointed!Chris, thank you so much for treating Patrick and I as friends and making our wedding day a dream. We appreciate you!
Baliño-Kubli Wedding
1670792621
Chris was incredibly friendly and approachable from our very first introductory call! He has a very well-organized planning process, the Vibo app he organizes the music selections with is super user-friendly too. He also had a very keen sense of what is cocktails vs dinner vs dancing music choices which was great for us being naturally wedding newbies and stressed about how to get the right vibe for friends & family for a truly memorable, fun party/night. He knew his craft so well but was also so approachable and friendly about the process and we felt like we got the best of all worlds - he helped us integrate our unique tastes into the playlist and feel represented in the selection, he helped us avoid things like overplayed wedding songs or artists we maybe wanted to avoid, his setup and booth were beautiful (and he was open to adjusting the aesthetic if needed which we didnt but awesome he offered) and every guest told us he was a highlight of the night - "No skips! Amazing DJ!" , even our parents and the older guests which was great. He truly made for the most incredible party we could ever hope to host, the most memorable of our weddings (we had two events and this was by far our fave) and we are honestly blessed we found him!
Baliño-Kubli W.
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Chris was incredible friendly and approachable from our very first introductory call! He has a very well-organized planning process, the Vibo app he...
Nathalie Weiss
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I worked with Chris for a 500 person event at a museum. He was a pleasure to work with. He is professional and as a musician as well, so he ensured the music matched the vibe of the event throughout the evening.
Nathalie W.
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I worked with Chris for a 500 person event at a museum. He was a pleasure to work with throughout the whole process. He is professional and as a musician as...
Natalie Weaver
1669216557
We hired Chris for our Wedding in November 2022. Chris was amazing to work with! He was exactly what we were looking for in terms of his style and love for music. He clearly demonstrates his passion when planning the music for the wedding. My husband and I appreciated Chris' vision for the night and his method for using our selections and building on our playlist with his own expertise to keep people dancing. We thoroughly enjoyed working with him and would recommend him to others. We also had many compliments from our guests and they did not want him to to stop playing. Thank you Chris!
Spencer Ruskin
1667790954
Chris is amazing! He not only kept everyone at our wedding on the dance floor all night, but was a joy to work with throughout the whole process. From the beginning, he was kind, thorough, and completely professional. He outlined exactly what to expect, communicated clearly and consistently, and was easy-going and friendly in all our interactions. And most of all? The man knows music, and clearly does this from a place of love and respect for the power music has to move people.My wife and I genuinely can't say enough nice things about Chris. His recommendations were all on point, he was knowledgeable and passionate and never judgmental, and he played an amazing set all night. If you love music and dancing, don't book another wedding DJ, book The Other Wedding DJ!
Spencer R.
1667762138
Chris is amazing! He not only kept everyone at our wedding on the dance floor all night, but was a joy to work with throughout the whole process. From the...
Ariana Gillman
1667431326
I cannot sing Chris’s praises enough!!! This is the wedding DJ you want! Point. Blank. Period. The process with Chris from start to finish was seamless and flawless. Chris is not your average DJ who shows up and does the typical wedding shtick. He approaches each of his weddings with thoughtfulness, love, and care and really makes an effort to get to know your vibe as a couple. I have never had a DJ who is so involved in the sociology of DJ-ing and how to cultivate the best party we have ever seen. He is incredibly organized, has extensive knowledge of multiple genres of music, and is all around an AMAZING guy to work with. I would recommend Chris to anyone who wants a wedding they’ll never forget. Once we hit the dance floor, we never left!! As it should be, and Chris made sure if that. Thank you so much, Chris!!!
Joe Nathan
1666318193
Chris was awesome from start to finish. Booking, planning and communication were very easy. The music app he provides is great tool to help plan the event.Day of event could not have gone smoother. Chris had the dance floor going for hours and even had us dancing during picture time!Highly recommend Chris for your event!
Joe N.
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Chris was awesome from start to finish. Booking, planning and communication were very easy. The music app he provides is great tool to help plan the...
Tim Mounsey
1665369689
Chris helped us throw the best dance party on our wedding day. Leading up to the day, Chris was extremely well organized and communicative - making sure that he understood the personal music tastes of my partner and I. During the wedding, Chris masterfully weaved in his own style with our favorite songs. Would recommend to anyone looking to have the best dance party without the wedding cliches.
Karen M.
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Chris is the absolute BEST!! There are not enough kind words to describe him. From the minute we were engaged, I knew the music would be the heart and soul of our wedding. After countless Google searches, I stumbled upon Chris’ extremely cool website (and, glowing reviews) and was sold. His site/description reminded me of someone with whom we would be friends and lo and behold, I felt an instant connection during our first call. He was hands down one of the kindest, most organized and responsive vendors with whom we worked. Chris is unbelievably knowledgeable about music and patiently talked through the various questions we had regarding the evening’s flow. His user-friendly app allowed us to fully prepare for the wedding night ahead of time. Our guests are STILL complimenting the DJ! The dance floor rocked until the bitter end. We absolutely loved Chris and cannot recommend him enough. He’s the man!
Karen M.
1663692057
Chris is the absolute BEST!! There are not enough kind words to describe him. From the minute we were engaged, I knew the music would be the heart and soul...
Sam N.
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My partner and I highly recommend Chris for all your DJ needs. Chris DJ'ed our wedding in June 2022. He put in the extra time and effort to make sure he...
Cara Hertneky
1660090566
My husband and I truly enjoyed working with Chris Ward (The Other Wedding DJ), as we planned our wedding. Chris was consistently professional and very helpful throughout the entire wedding planning process. He is extremely knowledgeable about sound systems, music, and all that goes into planning our perfect wedding playlists.Chris even took the time to take a walk through the wedding venue with us, so that he could be fully prepared for all of the different sound set ups necessary, as we utilized his services for ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception.Chris has a calming energy and is a great listener, which was so appreciated as we discussed our visions for the wedding. He gave great suggestions when we asked for them, and also helped us to create our own unique playlists for our celebration. Everything went smoothly during our wedding ceremony and reception, thanks to Chris. He even worked with our other hired musicians to ensure the entire event was a success. Our wedding reception was an absolute blast and a huge dance party! Chris was so good at reading the dance floor and keeping the party going all evening long!If you are looking for a wedding DJ, who is easy to work with, extremely professional, and very talented, please consider The other Wedding DJ! We highly recommend working with Chris Ward!
Bradie Williams
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Chris DJ'ed our relatively non-traditional wedding/dinner celebration in June 2022 and we could not be more pleased. Chris was incredibly easy to work with, a great communicator, flexible, and worked flawlessly with all of our other vendors. He offered valuable input on the music we wanted to hear during different parts of the evening, and also on overall wedding logistics. Most importantly to us, the dance party felt like our party, with all of the music lining up to our tastes while at the same time bridging the gaps between generations to keep everyone on the dance floor throughout the night. Would highly recommend working with Chris!
Dan M.
1656200008
Chris absolutely killed it. He was super professional and accommodating. We keep receiving compliments about how great the music was at our wedding and we...
Alex N.
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Chris was everything we could have asked for in a wedding DJ, and honestly so much more. He asked us great questions to help us figure out what we wanted in...
Kevin Sharkey
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I would highly recommend getting Chris to DJ your wedding! Chris DJ'd our wedding in March 2022, and he did a fantastic job! From the beginning, Chris was easy to talk to, and it was clear that he is truly passionate about what he does. He also worked closely with us to understand our style and musical preferences. When our wedding was postponed due to COVID, Chris was extremely accommodating. We also really appreciated Chris's proactivity in coordinating with some of our other vendors to work out day-of logistics. Chris made a point to be familiar with the venue beforehand. He arrived early on the day-of to make sure the set-up was just right. Most importantly, he got everyone up on the dancefloor, played awesome music, and made sure everyone had a great time!
Kevin S.
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I would highly recommend getting Chris to DJ your wedding! Chris DJ'd our wedding in March 2022, and he did a fantastic job! From the beginning, Chris was...
Bridget Gavaghan
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Chris was our DJ for our November 2021 wedding. And he was fantastic to work with. He was accommodating when we had to delay our original November 2020 date. Chris was our favorite vendor to work with while we were planning our wedding. He understands art of putting together a great playlist and really listened to what we wanted in regards to the music for our wedding and also as an MC. I cannot recommend Chris enough.
Bridget G.
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Chris was our DJ for our November 2021 wedding. And he was fantastic to work with. He was accommodating when we had to delay our original November 2020...
Meghan O.
1638348327
Chris is absolutely wonderful to work with. He's attentive, professional, detail oriented, and just the nicest person. His talents took our wedding to the...
Alex D.
1632899825
Chris is the absolute best wedding DJ! We worked with him for our wedding on 08/15/2021, and have an endless amount of good things to say about him. At the...
Jorge S.
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Music is super important to my wife and I so our choice in DJ for our wedding had to be perfect. The Other Wedding DJ was just that. Chris made our entire...
John K.
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We feel so lucky to have worked with Chris. He was our wedding DJ at Bok in South Philly on 8/7/21. Chris is a clear and conscientious communicator. He was...
Rossana D.
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Chris was the best DJ we could have possibly picked for our wedding on 10/31/2020! He was attentive and detail oriented from the very beginning, which we...
Danielle U.
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When more than one family member ends up in a split on the dance floor you know the music is hitting! My partner and I are truly thankful to have had the...
Maddie F.
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Wow! What a great DJ! My husband + I had to cancel our destination wedding and plan a new wedding here in Philadelphia. Chris was a pleasure to work with....
Julie G.
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My fiance and I hired Chris to DJ our upcoming wedding on 10/18/20. Little did we know that a pandemic would change our world, and along with it, all our...
B C.
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Our wedding needed good food, tequila, and a great dance party. Those wild dance dreams came true thanks to the brilliant stylings of Chris Ward aka The...
Sarah B.
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I work for an event venue and we have hundreds every year. Chris is on our preferred vendor's list because he always does an amazing job. He has been hired...
Sarah K.
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Chris was the perfect DJ. He really took the time to understand the vibe we were going for with our wedding. We weren't the Cha Cha Slide kind of crew, but...
Amanda B.
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Words don't do justice to how grateful we were to have Chris curate and DJ our wedding. He is professional, receptive, and responsive, all while maintaining...
Jesse P.
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Chris made my wedding. We wanted to go for something different than that typical wedding DJ playlist and he delivered. We had some requests that he worked...
Martin S.
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I have the great fortune of knowing Chris for years through the Philly music scene and his monthly DJ nights. When my wife and I decided to get married,...
