The Best Wedding DJs in Athens, NY

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226 Wedding Bands & DJs in Athens, NY

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Underfloor MUSIC 
Rating: 5.0 (76 reviews)
  • DJ
  • Starts at $2,150
  • Serves Athens, NY

Underfloor MUSIC is an elite wedding and event entertainment company based out of Upstate New York which was featured in October 2023 Vogue Magazine's wedding column "Over The Moon". Owner, Kyle Albano customizes playlists during your consultation to your events itinerary creating a VIP effect. Albano’s energetic and charismatic team makes Underfloor Music one of the top MC/DJ's in the area. We at Underfloor MUSIC aim to create an atmosphere that mirrors our couples passion for one another. For couples seeking a professional, classy yet industrial entertainment service, consider Underfloor MUSIC.

Awarded Best of Zola
Kyle and Dave were SO great to work with. Every conversation with them was fun and they were so organized in walking us through creating the perfect soundtrack to our favorite day. Kyle and I hit it off immediately sharing a love of Electronic, Pop Punk, and HipHop; and Dave (who DJ'd the day of) was so in tune with my husband's love of Jam Bands, Bluegrass, and Jamtronica! They respected our wishes to check in with us about outlier song requests lol and added the flare our dream playlist needed. The photobooth was loved by all of our guests. We cannot recommend them enough to anyone hosting an event or wedding!
Helena, 2 years ago
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DJ Lou Paris 
Rating: 5.0 (17 reviews)
  • DJ
  • Starts at $3,300
  • Serves Athens, NY

DJ Lou Paris is a Wedding DJ out of the Hudson Valley area of NY, providing an extraordinary service to my clients. From gathering all the important information about your wedding in detail to having emergency plans in place to make sure there are no interruptions. I go the extra mile in everything that is done.

Awarded Best of Zola
My wife and I had Lou DJ our upstate wedding and it was more than we could have dreamed of. From the beginning, he was nothing but professional. He met with us multiple times prior to the event to go over music selection, flow of the ceremony day etc. His website was very easy to use and allowed us to have a large role in our music selection for the day, even for the reception dance portion. Everything was reviewed at least 3 times to ensure there were no hiccups, and also to make sure we wouldn't have to worry about anything on the ceremony day. On the day, Lou came in very early to setup and his equipment was extremely unobtrusive and sounded amazing. From the ceremony to reception (and especially cocktail hour), the sound was fantastic and there was not a single hiccup (even with an outdoor ceremony and cocktail hour!). His flow through the reception was so smooth - and as a former college radio DJ, his music choice to fill in the gaps between the 'must plays' we sent him were impeccable!!! If you have a big heart for music and want it to be the backbone of any great party while having one of the most professional guys out there - Lou is 100% your guy. Thanks again Lou!!!!
Kate M., 2 years ago
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DJ Chris Johnston - Love of Music 
Rating: 5.0 (8 reviews)
  • DJ
  • Starts at $2,750
  • Serves Athens, NY

Recognized as one of the top DJs in Upstate New York, Chris Johnston is the premier choice for couples seeking a sophisticated and dynamic DJ experience in the Capital District area - covering the Albany, Saratoga Springs, Lake George and Adirondack regions.

Awarded Best of Zola
Chris was not only amazing to work with but truly was the BEST DJ I’ve ever experienced at a wedding. I hope he’s the DJ at every wedding I attend from here on out. He was so great to plan with and really listened to and respected our weird requests and made adjustments where he felt they were needed. So many people came up to us and told us how much they loved him the night of our wedding. I’m so happy we booked with Chris, he helped make our night the best ever. Thank you Chris!!! 3
Michaela B., 3 years ago
Complete Weddings + Events Albany (DJ) 
Rating: 5.0 (8 reviews)
  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,399
  • Serves Athens, NY

If you’re looking to tie the knot or throw an epic event, you have come to the right place. Complete Weddings + Events Albany, NY will help you find the right event or wedding photographer, videographer and DJ to throw a phenomenal party, plus we have fun photo booth and lighting rentals to elevate your event and give you the type of unforgettable experience you’re looking for. When you party with Complete Weddings and Events in Albany, it’s completely about you! Offering the best wedding services in the metro area.

When planning our wedding for December 6th, 2025, one of the biggest priorities for us was finding a DJ service that fit our budget without sacrificing quality. Complete Weddings Events Albany exceeded those expectations. Their pricing was right on par with what we needed, and their packages were extremely affordable while still offering a high level of service and professionalism. One of the things we found most important throughout the planning process was being able to meet with our DJ in person. Working face-to-face allows couples to build trust, communicate expectations clearly, and make sure the DJ understands the overall tone and flow of the day. DJ Dagger did exactly that for us. He met with us early in the process and multiple times leading up to the wedding, and that personal connection made an enormous difference. By the time our wedding arrived, he knew our personalities, our style, and the atmosphere we wanted. Because of those meetings, everything ran smoothly. The transitions were seamless, the music selections matched us perfectly, and he was fully prepared for every detail. That level of preparation only happens when couples and DJs work closely together well before the wedding date. We highly recommend that all couples take advantage of meeting their DJ months in advance—and meeting with them more than once. It brings confidence, reduces stress, and ensures the DJ knows exactly how to bring your vision to life. Complete Weddings Events Albany, DJ Dagger, and Joe delivered exceptional value, professionalism, and personalized service. We were extremely satisfied with both the pricing and the overall experience, and we would gladly recommend them to any couple looking for an amazing DJ team for their wedding.
Jeffrey B., 4 months ago
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Empire State Events 
Rating: 5.0 (55 reviews)
  • DJ
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Athens, NY

Close your eyes for a second and picture the middle of your reception. Your song comes on. Your friends are screaming the lyrics. Your parents are on the dance floor. You look at each other and just know that this is exactly how it was supposed to feel. That’s the night you’re planning. You want to be present. You want your people to stay. You want the energy to build instead of fade. And when it’s all said and done, you want to wake up the next morning with a full camera roll and a group chat that won’t stop blowing up. If that’s the kind of night you’re imagining, we're your people and we're rooting for you Let's chat when you feel like it

Awarded Best of Zola
We couldn't have asked for a better DJ for our wedding! From the beginning, Wyatt was so easy to work with. He was a quick responder when we had questions, and he really understood our vision for our wedding. His website is user-friendly and the professionalism was unmatched. On our big day, he kept the energy up through cocktail hour, the entrances, first dances, speeches, and had everyone on the dance floor all night long. Everything went so smooth and we didn't have to worry about a thing. He assured us that he knew how to read the crowd and play the perfect mix of songs to keep the party going, and he was right. All of our guests had such a blast. We received SO many compliments about the music and atmosphere. We also took advantage of Empire State Event's PhotoBooth option and it was a HIT. We chose to get digital copies that were available the night of the wedding, and we got the link to all of the photos the very next day! If you and your fiance are looking for a DJ who’s professional, fun, and truly knows how to keep everyone dancing all night, we highly recommend Wyatt and Empire State Events! My now-husband and I are telling all of our engaged friends to book Wyatt because him and his team are just that good! Thank you for helping to make our wedding so special, Wyatt and team! - Addison and Matt, 1/25/2025 at Brown's Revolution Hall
Addison T., a year ago
Justin Raymund Deejays 
Rating: 5.0 (30 reviews)
  • DJ
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Athens, NY

If you're crazy in love, I'm crazy in love with music! I hope you love music, too! I'm Justin Raymund. I'd love to connect with you to talk about your vision for your once-in-a-lifetime event and how music can magnify it. I'm a pro DJ with 20+ years of experience doing every kind of event imaginable - and over 500 weddings! I've DJed internationally, backed Grammy Award winners, played hole-in-the-wall-bars, upscale clubs, cruise ships, ballrooms & stadiums – and now I want to play YOUR wedding!

Awarded Best of Zola
Our experience with Justin Raymund Deejays was exceptional. From the start, their communication was clear, consistent and fast, putting us at ease throughout the planning process. On the day of our wedding, Rob Patterson, our DJ, was passionate, informative and executed the music flawlessly. He played all the songs we had requested and blended the tunes seamlessly, keeping our dance floor packed all night long. Justin Raymund Deejays truly contributed to making our special day unforgettable.
Kali D., 6 months ago
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SoundFormula Entertainment by Mike Napoli 
Rating: 5.0 (22 reviews)
  • DJ
  • Starts at $2,495
  • Serves Athens, NY

Based in Albany, NY, SoundFormula Entertainment is a DJ and photo booth service that specializes in weddings and special events. This company is owned and operated by DJ Mike Napoli, who offers over two decades of experience in the industry. This entertainer has performed at over 1,000 events, helping to create a high-energy experience for guests and couples alike.

SoundFormula Entertainment, Mike, and DJ Dave Ali are the greatest. If you are looking to book a DJ then your work is done and you have to book with SoundFormula. Mike is extremely professional and organized and was helpful with every step of our wedding. Dave Ali was our DJ for our wedding day and was legitimately the best. He went above and beyond our expectations and did everything that we asked. He edited our first dance song to be perfect and checked in with us throughout the night. We got multiple compliments from all of our guests about how great the music was and our dance floor was exactly what we envisioned. Thank you Mike and Dave!
Elena M., 9 months ago
Shawn Gillie Entertainment 
Rating: 5.0 (16 reviews)
  • DJ
  • Serves Athens, NY

Shawn Gillie has been heard on FLY 92.3, B95.5, 107.7 GNA and many other stations in the capital region. He has hosted large events and festivals and specializes in weddings. Shawn not only offers DJ services but also Audio Guestbook and Photo Booth Services as well. Reach out for pricing and packages!

Awarded Best of Zola
Shawn did an excellent job DJing our wedding. Shawn was extremely responsive In our wedding planning process, speaking to us regularly for planning and doing a zoom session. When it came to the wedding day, Shawn knew our schedule and did an excellent job keeping things on track. Shawn also played great music, and everyone was dancing all night long. I highly recommend Shawn to anyone who wants to keep people on the dance floor. Thanks Shawn!
Talia B., 2 years ago
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Anthony Cubbage 
Rating: 5.0 (7 reviews)
  • Solo performer
  • Starts at $750
  • Serves Athens, NY
  • Offer

Hey, I'm Anthony! I'm a Singer-Songwriter, Pianist, and Guitarist in the Albany region. I've always loved bringing people's musical visions to life, whether it be producing and arranging music for artists like Scott Hoying from Pentatonix, or filling an event with sound that speaks to the people there. A lot of musicians try to BE the thing, but I've always love being a PART of something bigger, like a wedding. While I live in Albany, I'm willing to travel almost anywhere - feel free to get in touch whether you want me to come to you, or if you're planning a destination wedding!

Awarded Best of Zola
We are so happy with how everything turned out with Anthony. We hired him for our ceremony, and he did not disappointed. Anthony is easy to work with and so communicative. We enjoyed talking with him for every single one of our meetings. He is so down to earth and easy to talk to. Anthony was flexible with what we wanted, and handled everything flawlessly. We paid other vendors thousands of dollars, and to be honest, Anthony was the best vendor we worked with. Not to mention his beautiful singing voice. He made our ceremony perfect!! Can't thank him enough.
Marissa S., 2 years ago
Upbeat Occasions 
Rating: 5.0 (7 reviews)
  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,799
  • Serves Athens, NY

It’s the one-on-one relationship that you have with your event host throughout your planning that will, and absolutely should, spill over into the atmosphere of your event. Getting to know you with the desire to personalize your entertainment, not simply customize, is a large part of where creativity comes from, and not just mine, but yours as well! I love to offer many suggestions and ideas for your event but also find it just as important to hear your "unique" and "awesome" ideas.

My guest are still raving about Caroline! We are looking for more reasons to book her! She was absolutely amazing. She never missed a beat. She did things that were out of her job title to help make my day a little more special! Caroline was amazing when it came to playing over time as well. Nobody had one negative thing to say about her. Absolutely recommend her! We will definitely be booking her again for something!
Hayley and R., 4 years ago
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T. L. Holloway 
Rating: 5.0 (5 reviews)
  • Band or Ensemble
  • Serves Athens, NY

Wedding and event band based in New York’s Capital Region. We do cocktail jazz, wedding receptions, ceremony music and more. Today, jazz is a rarity, especially in its purist live form. This condition is a result of its limited availability, and the higher prevalence of rock bands in most areas. We at T. L. Holloway seek to alleviate this issue. As students of the jazz classics, we seek to provide authentic American jazz to venues and events all over the Northeastern United States.

Awarded Best of Zola
Steve and his band were INCREDIBLE at our wedding. They were phenomenal at feeling out the energy, keeping the energy up when everyone was on the dance floor, and just playing bangers that our guests of all ages were able to sing to. Truly the classics but enough variety that it wasn’t always overly played songs. Our guests were chanting “one more song” at the end. Before the wedding Steve was so kind and responsive, working with us to make sure he knew the schedule precisely plus the vibe we were going for. We have been raving about them for weeks after the wedding. I hope we have some other opportunity to have them again, but I would highly recommend having Steve and co. make your event memorable. Thank you guys!!
Angela L., 2 years ago
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Nonstop Music 
Rating: 5.0 (5 reviews)
  • DJ
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Athens, NY

NSM DJs spin live mixes at your event, with seamless transitions and expert blends. We’ve worked to build a reputation around a style that is fun, classy and memorable. That’s how we roll.

Nonstop Music was a wonderful addition to our wedding day! Vinny’s communication throughout the planning process was very prompt, which we greatly appreciated during the hectic wedding planning timeline. On the big day, he brought so much energy and enthusiasm that really elevated the atmosphere. Overall, Nonstop Music's talented team offered great value for their services. Their lively musical presence matched our vision perfectly and they were a joy to work with!
Tina & S., 2 years ago
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Soul Session Edu-tainment, Inc. 
Rating: 5.0 (4 reviews)
  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $1
  • Serves Athens, NY

Soul Session, a high energy musical ensemble that will make you dance, scream, and jump around all night long with entertaining command. Led by "Soulist” Garland Nelson, 2019 Proctor’s Eddies Award Winner "Best R&B Vocalist," Soul Session's emotive style across all genres earned them the distinction of 2024 & 2019 Eddies Award Winners "Best Band in Capital Region NY" and nominee in 2025!

Where do we even begin? We knew our wedding was going to be amazing, but Soul Session made it the best party we’ve ever been to. From the very beginning, Garland took on the role of more than just bandleader — he became a true partner in the planning process. We had no idea what we were doing when it came to wedding planning, but Garland’s experience and genuine care made everything feel easy. He guided us through every step, from the ceremony to cocktail hour to the reception, with regular phone calls where he got to know us — not just our music taste, but our story, our personalities, and even the vibe of our families and guests. He literally has weddings down to a science. The ceremony music? Absolutely beautiful — there were tears the moment we heard his voice. The cocktail hour? A perfect, personalized soundtrack. The reception? Unreal. Garland also sang all of our first dances — and it was one of the most emotional, intimate parts of the night. His voice brought so much feeling and made those moments even more unforgettable. It felt personal and live in a way no recording ever could. From the second the wedding party entered, the energy was off the charts. Every single member of Soul Session is so talented — the flow, the vocals, the musicianship, the chemistry — it felt like we were at the most epic concert and the most special celebration of our lives, all in one. Everyone — young, old, and in between — was dancing all night long. We had so many guests tell us it was the best wedding they’d ever been to. Some even asked if Garland was a family member because of how connected he was to us and how personally he delivered every moment. He listened so closely to everything we shared in the planning process and wove it all into something unforgettable. Soul Session is pure magic. Garland is a genius. If you want your wedding to feel joyful, emotional, wildly fun, and completely you — hire them. It will be the best decision you make.
Erin L., 8 months ago
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SEH Entertainment 
Rating: 5.0 (4 reviews)
  • DJ
  • Serves Athens, NY

If you’re looking for professional DJ services that can adapt to all your needs, then we are the DJ entertainers for you. At SEH Entertainment, we understand that some people really enjoy a high level of interaction, and others feel it is embarrassing. From liberal to conservative, we can handle our audience. When you are booking us, we will discuss where our level of interaction should be. Whether you need DJ for a small wedding or if it’s for bar mitzvah entertainment, we can adapt to your needs!

DJ Ron was a great DJ and an awesome entertainment he did an amazing job at our wedding !! everyone loved it!! They said that it was an amazing entertainment and it was a great epic wedding to remember!!! We totally recommend seh entertainment with DJ Ron. My family and friends enjoyed him he was just wonderful!!
Erica & R., 4 years ago
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Special Edition Socials 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
  • DJ
  • Starts at $850
  • Serves Athens, NY

We’re a wedding music duo offering fully customizable DJ and live piano services for every moment of your day. Whether you’re dreaming of emotional live piano during the ceremony, warm cocktail hour vibes, a packed dance floor, or a mix of everything, we tailor the music to your unique style. As a wife & wife owned business, creating welcoming, joy-filled celebrations for all couples is at the heart of what we do. Our goal is simple: to help your wedding feel like you from the first note to the final song.

Jenn and Meg work so well as a team. We wanted the Dancing On A Cloud effect for our first dance and oh my gosh… it’s so gorgeous!!! The dance lights and effects were out of this world, along with their DJ skills. The dance floor was packed. We even opted for the fog machine for the reception and everyone loved it. They even helped us create our playlist for the night since it was a bit overwhelming! Everything sounded amazing!!!! They arrived on time and every moment was made seamless. Professional, warm, and so in tune with the vibe of the night. We couldn’t have asked for a better duo to make our night unforgettable. Highly, HIGHLY recommend!
Amy J., 5 months ago
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DJ Justino Wedding Expert and Entertainment Specialist 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,200
  • Serves Athens, NY

With inflation so high our prices are extremely competitive to help couples with their overall budget! DJ Justino Wedding Expert and Entertainment Specialist is based in Oneonta, NY, and offers services for weddings in the surrounding area. We all agree that events, especially weddings, are irreplaceable! A day your family and friends will never forget. Everything from the decorations to the venue will reflect how much this day means to you personally, but the DJ is the heart of the party!

DJ Justino Wedding Expert and Entertainment Specialist was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding. From the very first interaction, their communication was fast, helpful, and available 24/7 to answer any questions we had. On the day of the wedding, they kept us on schedule, read the crowd perfectly, and played a diverse mix of new and old music that kept our guests dancing all night long. They took song requests and didn't over-talk on the mic, allowing the music to be the star of the show. We couldn't have asked for a more fun, calculated, and crowd-pleasing DJ to make our special day unforgettable. Highly recommend DJ Justino for any couple looking for a top-notch wedding entertainment experience!
Sharon, 3 months ago
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Saratoga Sound DJ and Acoustic 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
  • DJ
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Athens, NY
  • Offer

Saratoga Sound DJ and Acoustic: Based in Saratoga Springs, NY, serving the NE Tri-State area and Florida. Husband-and-wife team, Paul Othon and Karen Lawrence Othon, offer professional DJ services with the option to add live acoustic music. We can DJ your entire event from start to finish, or you can enhance your day by adding our acoustic duo for your ceremony and cocktail hour. Every reception is always DJ'd beginning to end, with super-fun mixes that keep your personal favorites in the spotlight. We work closely with each couple to create a wedding that feels like you, and we know how to keep the dance floor full all night.

My husband and I had the pleasure of having Karen and Paul DJ our wedding. They also performed acoustically for our ceremony. Their beautiful music was the perfect touch to help create an intimate and unique setting. When it was time for the reception, they kept the dance floor packed! They were wonderful to work with and made our day all the more special. We highly recommend Saratoga Sound!
Janice S., 3 years ago
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The Grand Central Station Band 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Athens, NY

We LOVE to make people dance !!!!!! Our music library is enormous, if you can dance to it, we probably play it. Great party music that will have EVERYONE on the dance floor. We play all styles of music and sound amazing. Our goal is to make your event AMAZING

Paul and the band are premier entertainment in the Capital District. We chose them for our wedding after seeing them perform several shows around the area. They are well versed in all of the components that go into your big day and that relieves a lot of stress. The only time the dance floor was empty was when we were eating. Every member of the band is extremely talented, from the bass and drums as the foundation, the tasty licks and riffs from the guitar and the incredible vocals. Their versatility impressed everyone at our wedding and cannot express how grateful we are for putting on a spectacular show. I will be recommending Grand Central Station to anyone who is looking for entertainment for their wedding. Thank you guys! J&K
Jeff and J., 2 years ago
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New York Players 
Rating: 5.0 (1 review)
  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $5,500
  • Serves Athens, NY

Welcome to New York Players, the premier dance party experts in the heart of New York City. Specializing in creating unforgettable experiences, we excel in curating electrifying entertainment for weddings, corporate functions, private gatherings, galas, fundraisers, nightclubs, concerts, and festivals. Our commitment to excellence ensures every event is tailored to your unique vision, keeping the energy high and the dance floor packed from start to finish.

The New York Players were the thing our wedding guests talked about the most! Aside from being absolutely fantastic and putting on a great show, the pre-event communication and planning support really made NYP a great band to work with. We didn't really know going into booking what things needed to be considered when booking our event music, and Mike was so helpful for holding our hands through the planning process. Before the event, Mike helped us plan the logistics, met with us to discuss our goals, and gave us an extensive song list to select music from for the night, as well as adding some songs that we love that were not on the list. The attention to detail and level of care put into the band made feel so fun and special, and took a lot of the stress of wedding planning out of the music planning due to the top-notch professionalism. The band really is amazing, the experience was like being at a live concert where all of your favorite bands are playing all of your favorite songs. I can't recommend booking with the New York Players enough!
Chelsea L., 8 months ago
Say i Tru: Music from Day One 
Rating: 5.0 (1 review)
  • DJ
  • Serves Athens, NY

DJ Trumastr not only applies his impressively expansive knowledge and understanding of music in his turntablism and work; he also thinks about music in a clever and unique way, personally handpicking each song for every wedding in order to create the ideal soundtrack, tailored to each individual couple’s vision.

We had a clear vision of what we wanted the music for our wedding to be, and Tru came in, totally understood it all, and then kicked it up to the next level. Everyone (everyone!) was out on the dance floor and loving it ("Vibes were immaculate" - Wedding Guest). We also specifically requested Latin-inspired dance music and Tru absolutely understood the assignment!He guided us through the logistics of the wedding, and is such a smooth operator day of that it made things super easy. A great guy and a really amazing DJ, if you want a banger of a wedding, Tru is your guy!
Caitlin B., 9 months ago
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Sweet Harmony Live Music: serving your local area nationwide! 
Rating: 5.0 (88 reviews)
  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $420
  • Serves Athens, NY

At Sweet Harmony, we love what we do! To us, it is a beautiful thing when we are playing music that helps you to feel the special moments of your life. We've grown fast since our founding in 2008, and Sweet Harmony now serves weddings across the United States with fine local musicians. As owner and pianist, I hold certain core values that inspire my work with our customers and our relationships in the professional world: honesty, teamwork, friendliness, strength, service, efficiency, and a commitment to excellence. Our musicians typically hold advanced degrees in music and care genuinely about bringing you the beauty of live performance!

Awarded Best of Zola
The live musician team has been absolutely phenomenal to work with. They provide me and my clients with any type of musician requested — from ceremony to cocktail hour and beyond. Their response time is incredibly fast, and their knowledge of music and event flow is outstanding. Tara, who runs the team, is truly the best. She works extremely hard, can find any musician I need, and consistently responds in under five minutes. As an entertainer myself, having a reliable and organized music team is everything — and my clients absolutely love her musicians. They always arrive on time, are professional, and execute exactly what the bride and groom envision, flawlessly. I highly recommend Tara and her team to anyone looking for top-tier live musicians for their wedding or special event.
IKSounds E., 3 months ago
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HiMotive Entertainment & Photobooth 
Rating: 4.6 (62 reviews)
  • DJ
  • Starts at $800
  • Serves Athens, NY

2x BEST OF ZOLA award winner! HiMotive Entertainment & PhotoBooth delivers DJ, Photobooth, Special Effect and A/V services for weddings, parties, and corporate events. We use top-tier equipment and treat every client like family. Our flexible music and event packages ensure memorable experiences, with service spanning in all states east of the Mississippi River including Louisiana—major cities like Charlotte, Atlanta, Detroit, and NYC. Book us for customized, high-energy entertainment and seamless event planning.

Awarded Best of Zola
From the moment we booked HiMotive Entertainment & Photobooth, their communication was fast, easy, and personable. He was incredibly professional and went above and beyond to make our wedding day special. When we accidentally ordered the wrong sparklers, he made a miracle happen and got us some beautiful LED sparklers for our grand exit. And the music was absolutely perfect - our dance floor was so much fun all night long! We couldn't have asked for a better DJ. HiMotive truly delivered an outstanding value and we highly recommend them to any couple planning their wedding.
Rachel A., a year ago
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Direct Entertainment DJ-PHOTO-VIDEO-BOOTHS 
Rating: 4.6 (54 reviews)
  • DJ
  • Starts at $845
  • Serves Athens, NY

Your wedding deserves the perfect team — one that’s local, listens closely, and brings your vision to life. That’s us. At Direct Entertainment, we proudly serve couples across the U.S., combining the warmth of a hometown team with the reach of our National brand. Every Team brings the same energy, professionalism, and unforgettable memories — without the stress or the inflated prices. From your first message to your final dance, we make planning easy, transparent, and fun — no matter where love finds you.

Awarded Best of Zola
My husband and I used Direct Entertainment for our DJ and videographer for our wedding and we could not be more pleased!! The team was professional, great at communication, very kind and professional, and they helped make our day absolutely perfect! Jeff, our DJ kept the dance floor alive ALL NIGHT!! When the music had to stop at the end of the night, the dance floor was still completely full and no one wanted it to end. He did a great job announcing the events of the night, made sure that our ceremony music was perfect, and he stuck to our wedding playlist with the exception for a couple guest requests (which we were happy to allow). We were so happy and thankful to have Jeff there! Sie, our videographer also did a wonderful job! We have not yet received our video as our wedding was less than 2 weeks ago, but I already know it is going to be amazing. He was so great with communication, was prompt with his timing, and he even set up a second camera for guests to break away and give us well wishes for our marriage, which I'm so excited to watch back. He was very professional and wonderful to work with. We decided to add videography at the last minute because we thought we might regret not having it, and I am SO happy we asked Jim at Direct Entertainment if they had someone available for our day just a month before, and they did!! Jim, the coordinator at Direct Entertainment frequently checked in with us, asked us questions about ourselves, and genuinely made us feel like he cared about us and our special day. He was great to work with leading up to being assigned our designated DJ and videographer, and even after, he checked in to make sure we were happy and that all of the planning was going well. Overall, we would 1000% recommend Direct Entertainment for any wedding entertainment needs! I know they also offer several other services that we did not utilize, and I'm sure they are wonderful as well! Photos courtesy of Lang at Wandering Wolf Photography.
Bria S., 6 months ago
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Austin Charnis Guitar 
Rating: 5.0 (53 reviews)
  • Solo performer
  • Serves Athens, NY

I’m Austin Charnis, a classical, Spanish, and contemporary guitarist specializing in refined live music for wedding ceremonies and cocktail hours. I perform in a wide range of settings — from intimate ceremonies and vineyards to grand ballrooms and luxury estates — always tailoring the music to the tone and flow of the day. With over 15 years of experience, I handle details before they become stressors, from acoustics and sound setup to timing cues and transitions, ensuring a seamless, polished musical experience.

Awarded Best of Zola
We had the pleasure to have Austin play at our ceremony, cocktail hour and reception. His music added a very nice, warm, and intimate vibe to our wedding. From the start he was very attentive, prompt, professional, flexible, and was on top of every detail and was easy to reach. His music was top quality and professional. He had all the tools and speakers to setup. He also had a broad selection of music that he can play which was amazing!! Our guests loved his music and so are we. I highly recommend him and I'm sure you'll be happy same as we are!!
Rose T., 2 years ago