Chicago galas, corporate events, and celebrations
DJ KMBRK®
Mixed live for the room you're in. Live, open-format DJ for galas, corporate events and celebrations, fully self-contained, mixed to the room. Everything you need to pitch me is on this page.
Real reviews on Google, every one.
Chicago rooms I’ve actually played, from the ballroom to the basement.
Weddings, galas and nightlife, every weekend of the season.
- $1M / $3M coverage
- COI to your venue, same day
- Backup gear on site
Selected events
What arrives
Self-contained
nothing needed from the venue, from 40 guests to a full ballroom
Sound
two Electro-Voice EVOLVE 50M column arrays
Mics
two 5.8GHz wireless handhelds for the podium
Lighting
dance lighting, plus uplighting in your colors
Backup
two Pioneer controllers, with a live spare on the table
Around your program
- Radio edits by default when clients, donors, staff, or executives are in the room
- Cocktail hour at conversation volume
- Music under the program that doesn't fight the podium
- A dance floor that starts when the last speaker sits down
- MC and announcements, as much or as little as you want
For your event team
- Insured: $1M per occurrence, $3M aggregate, with certificates usually issued the same day
- Complex COIs: has named the White Sox, the Illinois Sports Facilities Authority, and the City of Chicago on one certificate
- Vendor ready: W-9, onboarding portals, and purchase orders through DJ KMBRK LLC
- Prepared: walks your venue before quoting, and works to your load-in window
- One point of contact: the person you talk to is the person who plays
What the room said
Best DJ!
The best Chicago Dj in the city. So talented to be able to exemplify all of the genres and generations representing Chicago at its finest! Great for corporate parties and weddings
DJ KMBRK has dj'd multiple events for Chicago Planner Magazine. He knows how to create the best ambiance for the audience - including our professional groups. He has been willing to do site tours ahead of our events to make sure everything is correct, and he shows up with everything he needs on time. Our attendees have enjoyed having him at our events and we definitely look forward to working with him on more events!
Fantastic DJ! Kept the party alive with great music. Highly recommend for any event!
Reliable, professional and fun DJ! Perfect for any event.
I’ve had the pleasure of seeing DJ KMBRK in action at multiple events, including my friend’s wedding and my mom’s 65th birthday celebration, and he never disappoints. He’s professional, talented, and knows exactly how to read a crowd to keep the energy high all night. I’ve also seen him DJ at several well-known Chicago venues, including House of Blues, and it’s always been a great time. If you’re looking for a skilled DJ who delivers an unforgettable experience, I highly recommend DJ KMBRK!
Behind the decks for
Trusted with the night since 2023.
Good to know
Do you travel?
Yes. Chicago is home base, and I travel anywhere the event is. Travel is quoted per event up front, so there are no surprises on the invoice.
Do you MC and handle announcements?
Yes. I am comfortable on the mic: introductions, timeline cues, and keeping the night on track, as much or as little as your client wants.
What happens if gear fails?
Backup gear is on site at every event. A failure is a quiet swap, not a stop, and your client never knows it happened.
Are you insured? Can you send a COI?
Yes, $1M per occurrence and $3M aggregate. I send a certificate of insurance to the venue the same day it is requested, named exactly how they need it. I have named the White Sox, the Illinois Sports Facilities Authority, and the City of Chicago on a single certificate.
How does procurement work with you?
I invoice through DJ KMBRK LLC, with a W-9, onboarding portals, and purchase orders handled. One point of contact start to finish: the person you talk to is the person who plays.
How far ahead should we book?
Peak dates go early, Saturdays in season especially. Send the date and I will tell you if it is open and hold it while your client decides.
Book me
Ready to pitch me? Let's lock a date.
Send the date, rough guest count and the time window, and I will come back with availability and a clean quote you can put in front of your client. Deposits and agreements are handled for you, so a confirmed booking is one link away.
I reply the same day, most days.
Pitch me a date
Give me the date and a few details, and I will come back the same day with availability and a clean quote you can put in front of your client.
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