Quality and Safety-Checked DJs for your Wedding, Party or Event
needadisco.com is the only DJ finder website that undertakes detailed checks to rate its members covering Dudley, Kates Hill, Netherton for quality and safety so that you can book in confidence
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In more than 60,000 completed events our DJs have achieved a positive feedback rating of 99.9% and our members that cover weddings and parties in Dudley have an average score of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 350 verified customer reviews!
DJ Finder
The following DJs are available to book for events in Dudley, Kates Hill, Netherton
The top 9 best mobile discos / DJs available for weddings, parties and events in Dudley are...
- Atmosphere Roadshow - Forget The Rest And Pick The Best
- Alt. Entertainments - Music Matters
- The Specialist Wedding DJ - High Quality Video DJ & Photography Included
- Rockbox Roadshow - Quality Affordable Full Time Mobile Disco
- AClassEntertainments.co.uk - The Premier Event Specialists With Passion And Fun
- DJ John Entertainment - Professional Wedding DJ Mobile Disco To Suit All
- Old School Entertainment - The Best Music From The Last 60 Years
- Wyre Forest DJ - Enjoy Your Party With The Right Music
- Dynamix Disco - Feel Good & Let The Music Move You
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DIAMOND DJmark Award Holders
Diamond is the highest award level offered by the DJmark safety and quality vetting service.
Award holders have valid public liability insurance (PLI), regularly safety-check their electrical equipment (Portable Appliance Testing (PAT)), issue written contracts for all bookings and operate fully in accordance with music and video copyright legislation. They also have recent trusted positive feedback from previous clients and they undertake health & safety assessments prior to every event. They publish a complaints procedure and have held a DJmark Award for a minimum of two years demonstrating their commitment to the scheme.
Atmosphere Roadshow
Forget The Rest And Pick The Best
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4.6 out of 5 | 77 trusted reviews
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Alt. Entertainments
Music Matters
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4.6 out of 5 | 21 trusted reviews
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The Specialist Wedding DJ
High Quality Video DJ & Photography Included
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4.7 out of 5 | 77 trusted reviews
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Rockbox Roadshow
Quality Affordable Full Time Mobile Disco
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4.7 out of 5 | 19 trusted reviews
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PLATINUM DJmark Award Holders
Platinum is the second highest award level offered by the DJmark safety and quality vetting service.
Award holders have valid public liability insurance (PLI), regularly safety-check their electrical equipment (Portable Appliance Testing (PAT)), issue written contracts for all bookings and operate fully in accordance with music and video copyright legislation. They also have recent trusted positive feedback from previous clients and they undertake health & safety assessments prior to every event. They publish a complaints procedure and are working their way up to a Diamond Award in due course by regularly submitting updated documentation.
AClassEntertainments.co.uk
The Premier Event Specialists With Passion And Fun
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4.8 out of 5 | 80 trusted reviews
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DJ John Entertainment
Professional Wedding DJ Mobile Disco To Suit All
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4.7 out of 5 | 11 trusted reviews
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GOLD DJmark Award Holders
Gold is the mid level award offered by the DJmark safety and quality vetting service.
Award holders have valid public liability insurance (PLI), regularly safety-check their electrical equipment (Portable Appliance Testing (PAT)), issue written contracts for all bookings and operate fully in accordance with music and video copyright legislation. They also have recent trusted positive feedback from previous clients.
Old School Entertainment
The Best Music From The Last 60 Years
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4.8 out of 5 | 22 trusted reviews
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Entry-Level DJmark Award Holders
This is the entry level award offered by the DJmark safety and quality vetting service.
Holders have the basic processes in place such as valid public liability insurance (PLI), regularly safety-checked electrical equipment (Portable Appliance Testing (PAT)), issue written contracts for all bookings and operate fully in accordance with music and video copyright legislation. They are working towards the higher award levels.
Wyre Forest DJ
Enjoy Your Party With The Right Music
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Other Local DJs
These members do not currently hold a DJmark Award, however they are working towards attaining one as soon as possible.
This doesn't mean that they do not have the required documentation or positive customer feedback - just that they haven't shared that with us yet. If in doubt, ask!
Dynamix Disco
Feel Good & Let The Music Move You
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4.7 out of 5 | 43 trusted reviews
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Typical DJ Prices in Dudley
Firstly, a disclaimer. There are LOTS of mobile DJs and entertainment companies out there, mostly run by individuals - some as a part-time extension of their hobby and others as a full-time professional business. There are endless debates about pricing on DJ forums and social media groups, with some DJs happy to work for under £100 a night and others that "wouldn't load the van" for less than £500 for the same event. So there is a much wider range of pricing (and service level) than in many other industries, for example plumbers. There is no such thing as a 'standard DJ'!
However, many people have never booked a DJ before and have no idea when it comes to how much they should budget. So what we've done is look at the details for literally hundreds of events that have taken place in and around the Dudley area to come up with some guideline pricing showing typical rates for common types of event. We update these price ranges on a regular basis to reflect current trends.
The only sure way to get accurate prices is to request FREE DJ quotes for your Dudley party or event.
We costed DJs for a typical Wedding Reception in Dudley
This is for an evening-only event of 4/5 hours duration with no add-ons or extras. Just a DJ with his/her sound and lighting equipment.
| Budget DJ | Mid-range DJ | Premium DJ |
|---|---|---|
| £150 - £180 | £180 - £283 | £283 - £420 |
We costed DJs for an ALL DAY Wedding in Dudley
This would typically include music for the ceremony, background music and microphones during the wedding breakfast, and an evening disco with no add-ons or extras. Just a DJ with his/her sound and lighting equipment.
| Budget DJ | Mid-range DJ | Premium DJ |
|---|---|---|
| £225 - £290 | £290 - £450 | £450 - £640 |
We costed DJs for an Adult Evening Function in Dudley
Birthdays, anniversaries, engagements, social events, Christmas parties etc. come into this category. Prices are for an evening disco with no add-ons or extras. Just a DJ with his/her sound and lighting equipment.
| Budget DJ | Mid-range DJ | Premium DJ |
|---|---|---|
| £125 - £178 | £178 - £268 | £268 - £470 |
We costed DJs for a Children's Party in Dudley
This would usually be a weekend afternoon or weekday evening event lasting 2/3 hours. Prices are for a disco with no add-ons or extras. Just a DJ with his/her sound and lighting equipment.
| Budget DJ | Mid-range DJ | Premium DJ |
|---|---|---|
| £100 - £159 | £159 - £230 | £230 - £290 |
What type of DJ is right for my party?
You can expect a low-cost DJ in Dudley to attend your function with a basic sound rig, often just a couple of entry-level speakers to provide sound for the dancefloor, and a small selection of lighting effects working in "sound-to-light" mode - ie. flashing different colours in time to the beat. You can expect limited interaction with your Budget DJ prior to the party. Most will accept some music requests on the night but will be working with a fairly limited music collection.
Many Budget DJs are part-time operators working to supplement other income. As such they are usually a good choice for low-cost venues such as pubs and village halls, and events such as 18th birthday parties and engagements.
A mid-range DJ will likely have a choice of equipment which will be selected to best suit your function and venue, and might offer some level of control over the lighting to keep it synchronised and befitting of the music style playing. They will usually offer a consultation in advance and be skilled enough to "hold the function together" on the night, continually thinking and planning ahead to make the event go smoothly. You can expect smart dress, good levels of presentation and confident microphone skills.
Many mid-range DJs are full-time businesses who can devote time to forward planning for your party in Dudley, as well as offering a range of add-on services. Lots of mid-priced DJs will be members of organisations such as DJmark giving you confidence in their service. This means they will hold Public Liability Insurance, have regularly safety tests undertaken on their electrical equipment ("PAT"), and will issue contracts for bookings. They will also be able to provide consistently good feedback from former clients.
A premium DJ is most likely to work with you in advance to plan all aspects of the event, from equipment and lighting needs through to music preferences, announcements, key timings and the structure of the party. They will be willing to work with other entertainment providers and the venue management to avoid any unnecessary "surprises". They possess the experience and skills to ensure meticulous planning and preparation befitting of their fee, and will be smartly presented on the day to suit your function.
The perfect choice for an important event such as a wedding reception or corporate gathering, premium DJs will be able to confidently lead your celebration. Generally run as full-time businesses, Premium DJs operating in the Dudley area are most likely to offer an impeccable feedback record and have attained DJmark Platinum or Diamond level - demonstrating their commitment to customer service.
Check out our Top 10 mobile discos in Dudley based on customer feedback!
Venues for hire in and around Dudley
Are you looking for a suitable venue to hire in or around Dudley? Our DJs have played at hundreds of local pubs, clubs, community centres, village halls, hotels and more.
Here's a summary list of function rooms local to Dudley - for full details click on any venue name!
0 in Dudley / 4 nearby
Nearby (4 options)
Copthorne Hotel Merry Hill, Brierley Hill DY5
Quality Hotel Dudley, Dudley DY1
The Station Hotel, Dudley DY1
Village Hotel Dudley, Dudley DY1
3 in Dudley / 9 nearby
in Dudley (DY2 - 3 options) - More Details
St John the Evangelist Parish Hall, St Johns Road, Kates Hill
Woodside Community Centre, Highgate Road
Nearby (9 options)
Brierley Hill Civic Hall, Brierley Hill DY5
Dudley Town Hall, Dudley DY1
Fens Pool Community Centre, Brierley Hill DY5
Langley Lodge Community Centre, Oldbury B69
Oakfield Community Centre, Brierley Hill DY5
Quarry Bank Community Centre, Brierley Hill DY5
Tividale Football Club, Oldbury B69
Tom Gough Centre, Oldbury B69
Wrens Nest Community Centre, Dudley DY1
5 in Dudley / 32 nearby
in Dudley (DY2 - 5 options) - More Details
Dudley Ex Servicemens Club, Hall St
Dudley Water Ski Club, Highbridge Road, Netherton
Netherton Bowling Club (ex Conservative Club), Halton St
Netherton Conservative Club, Halton St
The White Swan, 45 Baptist End Road, Netherton
Nearby (32 options)
Albright & Wilson Recreation Club, Oldbury B69
Birchley Sports and Social Club, Oldbury B69
Blackheath Conservative & Unionist Club, Rowley Regis B65
Blackheath Coronation Social Club, Rowley Regis B65
Blackheath Liberal Club, Rowley Regis B65
Brandhall Conservative Club, Oldbury B69
Cradley Heath & Old Hill Ex-Service Men & Womens Social Club, Halesowen B64
Cradley Heath Cricket Club, Halesowen B64
Cradley Heath Labour Club, Halesowen B64
Cradley Heath Liberal CLub, Halesowen B64
David Lloyd Dudley, Brierley Hill DY5
Dudley Golf Club, Rowley Regis B65
Dudley Sports & Social Club, Brierley Hill DY5
Goals Dudley (Oldbury - Rowley Regis), Rowley Regis B65
Old Hill Cricket Club, Halesowen B64
Oldbury Social Club, Oldbury B69
Parkes Hall Social Club, Dudley DY1
Pensnett & Bromley Services Memorial Club, Brierley Hill DY5
Pensnett Social Welfare Centre, Brierley Hill DY5
Quarry Bank Conservative & Unionist Club, Brierley Hill DY5
Quarry Bank Labour Club, Brierley Hill DY5
Quarry Bank Social Club, Brierley Hill DY5
Rowley & Blackheath Labour Club, Rowley Regis B65
Rowley Regis Conservative Club, Rowley Regis B65
Royal British Legion Rowley Regis, Rowley Regis B65
Russells Hall Hospital Sports & Social Club, Dudley DY1
Spring Meadow Social Club, Halesowen B64
The Limes Social Club, Brierley Hill DY5
The Venue, Dudley DY1
Warley Rugby Club, Oldbury B69
Woodside Liberal Club, Dudley DY1
York Road Social & Sports Club, Rowley Regis B65
0 in Dudley / 2 nearby
13 in Dudley / 69 nearby
in Dudley (DY2 - 13 options) - More Details
The Bulls Head, Harrisons Fold
The Bunch Of Bluebells, Crabourne Rd, Netherton
The Bunch Of Bluebells, Crabourne Road
The Bush Inn, Buffery Road
The Cottage Spring, Bowling Green Road
The Crown, Simms Lane, Netherton
The Elephant & Castle, Cradley Road
The Gate Hangs Well, 33 Cole Street
The Ivy House, 100 Watsons Green Road
The Old Swan Inn, 89 Halesowen Road, Netherton
The Wheatsheaf, Windmill End
The Woodman, 45 Saltwells Road
Victoria Inn, Dudley Wood Road
Nearby (69 options)
Brades Tavern, Oldbury B69
The Abraham Darby, Brierley Hill DY5
The Beech Tree, Rowley Regis B65
The Birch Tree, Brierley Hill DY5
The Black Horse, Brierley Hill DY5
The Blue Brick Top House, Brierley Hill DY5
The Bottle & Glass , Dudley DY1
The Bramford Arms, Dudley DY1
The Brewers Wharf, Brierley Hill DY5
The Brickmakers Arms, Brierley Hill DY5
The Britannia, Rowley Regis B65
The British Queen, Oldbury B69
The Brockmoor House, Brierley Hill DY5
The Bulls Head, Brierley Hill DY5
The Bulls Head (Chaplins), Rowley Regis B65
The Caves Inn, Dudley DY1
The Cock Inn, Rowley Regis B65
The Corn Exchange, Brierley Hill DY5
The Court House, Dudley DY1
The Court of Requests, Oldbury B69
The Crosswells Inn, Oldbury B69
The Dog & Partridge, Brierley Hill DY5
The Earl Of Dudley Arms, Dudley DY1
The Fellows, Dudley DY1
The Forge, Brierley Hill DY5
The Four Ways, Rowley Regis B65
The Full Moon, Dudley DY1
The Haden Cross, Halesowen B64
The High Oak, Brierley Hill DY5
The Hilly House, Dudley DY1
The Holly Bush Ale House, Halesowen B64
The King William, Dudley DY1
The Kings Head, Brierley Hill DY5
The Knights Quest, Rowley Regis B65
The Lamp Tavern, Dudley DY1
The Malt Shovel, Dudley DY1
The Meadow Lark, Dudley DY1
The Moon Under Water, Cradley Heath B64
The New Talbot, Brierley Hill DY5
The New Wellington, Brierley Hill DY5
The Old Bush Revived, Rowley Regis B65
The Old Crown, Brierley Hill DY5
The Old Glasshouse, Dudley DY1
The Old Star, Brierley Hill DY5
The Park Inn, Dudley DY1
The Phoenix, Oldbury B69
The Raven, Brierley Hill DY5
The Red Lion, Brierley Hill DY5
The Roebuck, Brierley Hill DY5
The Round Oak, Brierley Hill DY5
The Royal Oak, Rowley Regis B65
The Saracens Head, Dudley DY1
The Shoulder of Mutton at Blackheath, Rowley Regis B65
The Shrewsbury Arms, Dudley DY1
The Sir Robert Peel, Rowley Regis B65
The Spring Meadow, Halesowen B64
The Swan Inn, Halesowen B64
The Tenth Lock, Brierley Hill DY5
The Three Crowns, Brierley Hill DY5
The Three Crowns Taphouse, Dudley DY1
The Three Diamonds, Rowley Regis B65
The Waggon & Horses, Halesowen B64
The Waggon & Horses, Brierley Hill DY5
The Waterfall, Halesowen B64
The Waterfront Inn, Brierley Hill DY5
The Wheatsheaf, Rowley Regis B65
The White Swan, Oldbury B69
The Windmills End, Rowley Regis B65
The Wizard & Glass, Halesowen B64
Dudley DJ Booking Tips
For many, their choice of DJ for parties in Dudley will make a dramatic difference to the success of their event - in a lot of cases possibly one of the most important (and expensive) days of their lives. For others, where the music is just incidental, a basic service is often all they need.
The biggest deciding factor in ensuring the quality of the DJ service that you hire in Dudley, Kates Hill, Netherton is usually the budget. We urge you to consider this very carefully as an overall percentage of the cost of your event. Don't shop for a DJ in Calstock - Gunnislake purely on price, because many affordable yet experienced DJs will actively avoid clients that appear not to value the service and focus only on cost. Instead, shop around on the suitability, reputation and level of service being offered - then, once you have a shortlist of suitable DJs you can then review the pricing.
BE WARY OF ONLINE REVIEWS
Many review platforms such as Facebook and Google accept "reviews" from ANYONE whether or not they've actually used the service - including the DJ, the DJ's partner, the DJ's friends, the DJ's dog...
needadisco.com reviews can only be submitted by clients that have used the service including people like you partying in Dudley. We do not accept random reviews. We also think that reviews can go out of date quite quickly, so we do not count reviews that are more than 3 years old to be sure that you're getting an up-to-date picture. Also, our Dudley discos are clearly ranked on specific criteria such as audio quality, lighting quality, presentation, music choices, request handling, microphone use, audience interaction and more, so that you can quickly compare local DJ services.
CHECK FOR A DJMARK AWARD
All DJmark Award holding DJs in Dudley operate legally and with due regard for excellent customer service.
DJmark is the longest established and most rigorous awarding body for the UK mobile disco industry, working with mobile DJs to independently check paperwork, credentials and customer feedback. If you employ a DJmark Award holding DJ for your wedding or party in Dudley, you can be assured that you will be working with "one of the good guys". Learn more about DJmark and how booking an award holder can save you a lot of time and potential stress for your party in Dudley.
COMMUNICATION, COMMUNICATION, COMMUNICATION...
Be very clear about your expectations for the event and TALK to your potential DJ about them. Don't be afraid to walk away if you're not confident in his/her abilities to deliver.
Do you want a straightforward 'same-as-everyone-else' mobile disco or are you looking for something a little different? Are you looking for a Dudley DJ who can rapidly switch genres to suit the guests ... or would you prefer a club-style DJ with a predetermined set and excellent beatmatching skills? Would you be happy with a silent DJ or would you like someone with microphone skills and the right presence to confidently make announcements and keep your guests informed?
DJ Hire FAQs for events in Dudley
needadisco.com has been helping arrange DJs and mobile discos for parties being held in Dudley since 2006. In that time we've confirmed more than 60,000 events and our DJ members have accrued positive feedback in 99.96% of cases. If you are thinking of hiring a DJ click the button below to get rapid free quotes from a selection of available companies, or read our FAQs.
| Who are the best mobile DJs in Dudley? needadisco.com used various methods to rate the quality and safety of the mobile DJs and disco companies that it recommends. We not only look at customer feedback but also their documentation such as insurance, electrical testing records, approach to health & safety and many more aspects. In our opinion, the best mobile DJs available to hire for weddings, parties and events in Dudley are: - Atmosphere Roadshow - Alt. Entertainments - The Specialist Wedding DJ - Rockbox Roadshow | |
| How can I find a reliable DJ in Dudley? Easy - just request quotes from needadisco.com and our experienced mobile disco members will be in touch with free quotations and more information about their service. There's no obligation to book and you can close your enquiry at any time. needadisco.com has hundreds of safety and quality checked DJs available for all types of events being held in Dudley - weddings, birthdays, socials, children's parties, school discos, corporate events - you name it! | |
| How much should I expect to pay for a Dudley DJ? For an entry level DJ you can expect to pay anything from £150 upwards for a small evening function. A more realistic amount if you are looking for an experienced DJ with a good standard of audio and lighting equipment and positive feedback from recent customers would be in the region of £180 - £283 for an evening event. If you are looking for a professional DJ with an impeccable and long-standing feedback record for an important event such as a wedding reception you can easily add another 50-100% to these amounts. Remember - for most parties the DJ is the one aspect that will be remembered long after the cake, buffet or wedding dress - and you really want it to be for the right reasons! | |
| I'm having a party in Dudley and I've never booked a DJ before! needadisco.com makes it really easy for you to find a suitable mobile DJ for your party. Simply provide a few details about your plans and let our members contact you with further information about what they can offer and a quotation. Then you can pick the one you like the sound of and book them directly. There's no middlemen agencies involved and no commission to pay. We have DJs based in Dudley and the surrounding areas willing to travel. | |
| What other party services do you provide in Dudley? Many of our DJs also offer other popular party services - such as dancefloor hire, photo booths, LOVE letters, and some even provide photography, catering, venue decoration, bouncy castle hire and much more! You can request quotes for any or all of these products and services and choose your favourites in your own time. |