"Mike was awesome and made the whole room look so much different with the beautiful up lighting. Mike had the best prices around and never did I feel like he was trying to sell me more than what I needed or wanted."
Wedding Reception Lighting at Medinah Shrine Center
Addison, IL
04.02.11
Shari
"We are so grateful to David for helping us celebrate our wedding and throwing such a successful reception. David's ability as an MC along with seriously awesome DJ skills proved priceless during our celebration. He coached us through the event and kept us on track. He coordinated with all participants on his own to ensure that the evening moved along gracefully. The mix of music was coordinated with great skill and agility. David managed to satisfy the musical needs of all our guests, which we expected to be a challenge given the healthy variety of cultural backgrounds. Our bilingual wedding reception was outstanding! David added a special vive that managed to touch guests from two very different cultures while infusing a very modern ambiance. David: Thank you, Gracias, Grazie! We will never forget you. I'll see you at my cousin's wedding reception : ) "
Wedding Reception at Al's
Cicero, IL
09.24.10E.J.
"Thank you so much for making our reception a success! The dance floor was packed, my guests had a blast and all left wanting to stay on and party some more! I loved the selections you made apart from the ones I had requested. They were spot on! The combination of spanish and english music was also great. We were 100% satisfied. Also thank you for keeping the reception on time and the events flowing!"
Wedding Reception at Alpine Banquets
Darien, IL
03.19.11Elizabeth and Kurt S
"Mike and MDM Entertainment made the special day even more spectacular. They worked with our budget to give us that wow factor without making compromises. Even our event coordinator told us MDM rates were the best she has ever seen in her professional career. The room looked so amazing it could have been photographed for a wedding magazine."
Wedding Reception Lighting at the Doubletree Skokie
Skokie, Illinois
12.31.10Renee
"We chose David to provide music for our wedding reception because his passion for and knowledge of a broad range of musical genres, kindeness, and easy-going and supportive attitude gave him the perfect personality to help plan the party, start the party, and keep it going through out the night. David did an excellent job at blending my American family with my husband's Mexican-American family--he knew and understood the expectations both cultures held for weddings, and did a phenomenal job at blending both familiys' traditions throughout the night. He thurougly explained each traditonal component of the reception as they happened, from the dollar dance to "Vivora del Mar". David is compeltely fluent in English and Spanish, making him the perfect choice for us. My only regret is not being able to spend more time enjoying the music he so skillfully selected for our reception!!
I would highly reccommend David Olivares, and all of the staff at MDM Entertainemnt, to anyone planning a wedding in the Chicagoland area. Planning was made easy by the combination of planning software, easily accessable support from, MDM office staff, and a very kind and friendly D.J. who treated us like good friends."
Wedding Reception at St. Andrews Golf Course and Country Club
West Chicago, IL
12.18.10Allison S
"Thank you so much for the AMAZING work you did at our wedding!!! Honestly, you made the room look like a fairy-tale, and you made people's jaws drop :)! From the pin-spotting, to the uplighting, to the stars that I wanted to badly, you made the room look magical.
I wanted to get back to you before we leave for our honeymoon in the morning, so thank you so much for everything, and I will definitely be in touch in the future!!!
Thank you thank you thank you!!"
Sincerely,
Wedding Reception Lighting at The Drake Hotel
Chicago, Illinois
11.27.2010Victoria and DJ
"Mike - all I've been hearing is "that was the best wedding I've ever been to." AND "That was the best DJ."
I can personally tell you that the way you started the party going was brilliant! - You called everyone on to the dance floor but there was no music playing. I was wondering what you were going to do - was there going to be a game? Some instructions you were going to give us? Then suddenly - BAM! - The Hora began, everyone cheered, and everyone began to dance. What a powerful beginning! And the momentum continued.
All the weddings/bar mitzvah's I've been to the Hora is usually done later, 3rd or 4th song... Having it the first song made so much sense, it was so lively and joyful. It truly felt like the event went from zero to 60 in 3 seconds. Thanks!"
Wedding Reception at Embassy Suites Deerfield
Deerfield, Illinois
12.05.10Barbara Robins - Mother of the Bride
"Mike was fantastic. He did a great job. We are not dancing people, by any means, but he had everyone on the dance floor having a great time. He was very respectful of our do not play list. We had a couple of people request songs form the do not play list and Mike would not play those songs. He was also great with playing songs that were not already in his repertoire, as long as we sent him the MP3s. We did have a strange request; we had asked that he cut all of the lyrics out of a song and he did. The planning form was also very helpful. Thanks for making my wedding reception great!"
Wedding Reception at Embassy Suites Deerfield
Deerfield, Illinois
12.05.10Jami K
"I had the Wedding of my dreams. Thanks to MDM the room was exactly what I wanted. Everything was beautiful!"
Thank you,
Wedding Reception Lighting at Beau Jolioe
Schiller Park, IL
11.24.10Adriana R
"I apologize this is a bit delayed but I just wanted to say thank you for the great job MDM did with our Gobo and up lighting for our Wedding on November 6th, 2010.
The Gobo and up lighting helped enhance the beauty and ambiance of our wedding. I appreciate all the time, service, value, patience, and attention to detail that you and MDM provided us for our special day."
Thank you again,
Wedding Reception Lighting at Venuti's
Addison, IL
11.06.10Vince S
"This is the second time using MDM. The first was for my wedding and again, they did not disappoint. Mike went out of his way to make sure that our event went off flawlessly. He his flexibility and ability to read the diverse crowd and make adjustments kept the majority of our guests at the event until it was time to shut down. Mike’s willingness to let us utilize his equipment for the key parts of our ceremony allowed me to focus on other areas as I knew that with Mike at the helm we were in good hands.
For our next event, Mike will be the first person that I call to meet any of our entertainment needs.
Thank you again for your hard work."
Marine Corps Birthday Ball at Holiday Inn Mart Plaza
Chicago, IL
11.13.10Wil W
"Just wanted to let you know the wedding was a big success and Marty was fantastic. Thanks for everything and we will certainly recommend MDM to our friends. Marty did a great job playing the type of music we wanted and getting people on the dance floor."
Wedding Reception at Holiday Inn Mart Plaza
Chicago, IL
10.16.10Jeff A
"David did an excellent job as the MC for our reception. I wouldn't have changed a single thing. He was very friendly and needed zero guidance after getting to know my wife and our guests. The music all sounded professionally mixed and kept all demographics on the dance floor the whole night. Highly Recommended!!"
Wedding Reception at Drury Lane
Oak Brook Terrace, IL
08.28.10Kyler D
"We had such a great time at the wedding. A lot of it was due to Joel's ability to get everyone in synch. He knew when everything was supposed to happen down to the minute, and i was never stressed about what was next. The music was great, my guests are still talking about what a wonderful wedding it was!!
The uplighting in the room was absolutely beautiful.
Thanks MDM & Joel, for making it all worth it!!"
Wedding Reception at White Eagle Banquets
Niles, IL
10.02.10Kelly V
"Thanks Mike! Everything was great! We had soo many compliments. The hall looked beautiful. Shawn did a great job with the projectors. You should be getting a call from 2 of my friends in the near future. I am going to write a great review about MDM on yelp.
thanks again for everything."
Wedding Reception Lighting at The Cotillion
Palatine, IL
10.30.10Elsie and Vinod K
"We were extremely pleased with our DJ, David Olivares. He incorporated all of the various songs we chose, ranging from several different decades. He accommodated special requests we made, and the dance floor was packed all night! We would definitely recommend him to anyone!"
Wedding Reception at Intercontinental Hotel
Rosemont, IL
10.16.10Lindsay S
"Mike truly made the entire night great. From the cocktail hour to the last dance, the party never stopped. Thanks again Mike"
Wedding Reception at Metropolis Ballroom
Arlington Heights, IL
10.09.10Mike A
"We had a small wedding (about 60 people) and my one concern was that the dance floor would be empty but the DJs kept the dance floor moving! They did a great job and we couldn't have asked for more. We even had some wedding crashers come through that said they heard the music and wanted to dance with us (we kicked them out but thought it was a good sign of a great party)."
Wedding Reception at The Abbey Resort
Fontana, WI
10.09.10Jessica S
"Hey Joel, Just got back from the honeymoon! We had such an amazing time. It was definitely the best wedding I’ve seen, (if I do say so myself)!! HEHE. In all seriousness, it was so great, you really took charge and made it all go smoothly, which we are so grateful for. Did I tell you the percolator was worth it!!! Haha. Too funny. I have video if you’re interested. = )
Thanks for the compliments, I absolutely had all the details in my head come to life, it’s nice to hear it was noticed by a pro. I hope Mike took care of you at the end of the evening, I’m not sure if he remembers too much. So if he didn’t please let me know, b/c you deserved a lil extra!!! = )
I’ll be referring you to everyone I know! - Kel"
Wedding Reception at White Eagle Banquets
Niles, IL
10.02.10Kelly L
"Mike, you were such an amazing DJ & such a breeze to work with. We had the time of our lives dancing which is exactly what we wanted! Would love to have a "soundtrack" to our reception! We would seriously love to work with you again when we renew our vows or throw another big party!"
Wedding Reception at Bobak's Signature Events
Woodridge, IL
09.17.10Julie B
"David was amazing... we had the dance floor packed all night long! Everyone loved the music he played during dinner... I had suggested a style and he ran with it and it was amazing!"
Wedding Reception at Pinecrest Golf Club
Huntley, IL
10.10.10Jeff and Julia R
"Best DJ ever - hands down...and I have been to MANY weddings. He was just perfect!! Thank you so much!"
Wedding at Palmer House Hilton
Chicago, IL
10.02.10Alyidar Z
"Thank you so much for provideing the best DJ service ever at our wedding! Matt thank you so much for all of your help you were amazing and really made our wedding perfect!!!!! We appreciate everything you did for us and we defnititly will be spreading the word about how great your company is! Thank you so much again! You had everyone on the dance floor!!!! :) Matt the lighting was beautiful! We really had the wedding of our dreams! Thank you so much! We are so happy with everything!"
Wedding Reception at Four Points Sheraton / Mirage Banquet
Schiller Park, IL
09.24.10Ashley & Thomas W
"It was surely a day I'll never forget. Everything went so smoothly, we couldn't have asked for more. Thank you so much for your contribution of the music - which totally makes the entire reception what it is. Thanks for being so flexible with our guests and requests, and of course, with the police. (Yikes.) It was a great day and I can't wait to watch the video to relive every minute. We'll make sure to complete your survey and write reviews on the websites so other people can enjoy your fantastic work and professionalism as much as we did.
Thank you, thank you, thank you!"
Wedding Reception at Eaglewood Resort
Itasca, IL
10.02.10
Kelly and Sam B
"I was very skeptical about finding a DJ due to the differences in our culture. My husband is White from German descent and I am Mexican. David had to incorporate my traditions and not to mention my second language with my husbands. David couldn't have done a better job. His knowledge in English and Spanish music was very extensive and from one day of speaking with us he knew our taste in music. Our families complemented us on David's skills and we couldn't have been more satisfied."
Wedding Reception at Cd and Me
Frankfort, IL
09.05.10Yesenia M
"Mike was absolutely wonderful! We received tons of compliments from our guests regarding the music and DJ, and we have already referred him to a few of our friends who are getting married in 2011."
Wedding Reception at Chateau Busche
Alsip, IL
08.20.10Diana W
"We just returned from our honeymoon! Thank you for being part of our day, it was perfect! Everyone said how much they enjoyed themselves and we had a great time. You made the whole process very easy and were great to work with. We will definitely refer you to others. Thank you again for everything!!"
Wedding Reception at Cantigny Park
Wheaton, IL
08.27.10Megan and Greg
"Hi Mike! Thank you for everything! I am still hearing about what a great time everyone had and how much they loved the music. Nate and I had such a blast and you certainly made that all possible. You were so great to work with and made the process very easy for us. And, thank you for letting me sing "Bust A Move!" I knew I wasn't going to be able to get out of singing it at my wedding :) Thank you for all of the memories!"
Wedding Reception at Holiday Inn Mart Plaza
Chicago, IL
08.06.10Nate and Elle R
"Matt is by far the most spectacular DJ. All night long my family and friends were complimenting him! He was so gracious and he has such a talent. And I love the fact that he had every song I was looking for including some Polish tunes that were so important to my family. He was so professional, gracious, my husband and I could not have been more happy with his work! We will be choosing MDM and Matt for every family party we will be having from now on!!!"
Wedding Reception at Victoria In The Park
07.31.10
Niki J
"My experience with MDM was wonderful! Mike was courteous and professional from our first meeting through the event. The mix of music was perfect! Every one had a great time and the dance floor was packed! Mike helped make our wedding a memorable event and great party!"
Wedding Reception at Radison Star Plaza
Merrillville, IN
07.17.10Sarah H
"Everything went great! It was such an awesome night and Mike helped make it even better!"
Wedding Reception at Belvedere Chateau
Orland Park, IL
07.16.10Mark H
"Brian and I just want to say THANK YOU! Your presentation of music and your professionalism made our evening INCREDIBLE. I have been getting phone calls, texts, and comments on my Facebook page about how AWESOME our wedding was. One of the most popular remarks was about how great the music was. Thank you for making our night AMAZING! I keep getting sad, because I want to go back to Friday night. If you ever need a reference for any future brides feel free to call or email me."
Wedding Reception at The White Eagle
06.25.10Lisa and Brian
"Joel put a lot of work into our event and it showed. We had compliments about the music selection all the way through the night. With having karaoke after the "dancing" portion, Joel really stepped up and was taking tons of requests while handling everything else."
Wedding Reception at Grand Piazza
Chicago, IL
06.26.10
Lonnie M
"The lighting and tv were AMAZING---still getting a gazillion compliments. A+! Thanks so much for contributing to our ridiculously amazing night!"
Wedding Reception Lighting at Ravenswood Billboard Factory
Chicago, IL
06.12.10Kasia K
"Matt and Joel were awesome and made our special day full of great music! Music was one of the most important parts of our wedding and I would not have changed anything! I loved my DJ's. They were also fantasic with helping me plan and pick songs for the ceremony! I got numerous compliments on the music! Also the photo booth was a huge success! Everyone had so much fun and people complimented how nice the attendants were! Overall our experience with MDM Entertainment was FABULOUS!!!!!!!! "
Wedding Reception at The Seville,
Streamwood, IL
05.30.10
Michele and Brian M
"You did a tremendous job for my daughter's party - she and her friends had a wonderful time, and we did, too. Both the music and the lighting effects were outstanding. Thank you so much for helping make the party a terrific event for her."
DJ and Lighting for a Birthday Party at Downers Delight
Downers Grove, IL
05.22.10
Laurel B
"Matt was great, had everything in order and didn't skip a beat. He directed everyone where to go, took care of the schedule of events, took care of the mic for all our speakers and made sure everyone had a blast. He was great and we thoroughly enjoyed having Matt and MDM Entertainment as our entertainment at our wedding reception."
Wedding Reception at Gaslite Manor
Aurora, IL
04.18.10Tara W
"We just got back from our honeymoon in Hawaii. Thank you for doing such a great job at our wedding. Everyone had a blast, the dance floor was always alive and active. You really made things run smoothly and added
to a perfect day for us".
Wedding Reception at Holiday In Mart Plaza
Chicago, IL
04.17.10
Kelly and Dave
You guys absolutely made our wedding a memorable event. Five months later we still have people commenting on how much they loved the room. Great work guys! Excellent company! No regrets!
Wedding Lighting at Doubletree Oakbrook
Oakbrook, IL
11.28.09Justin L
Everything was perfect for our wedding. I'm so glad we went with MDM for our wedding!
Wedding Reception at Carriage Greens
Darien, IL
03.06.10Shelia I
Thank you so much, Mike! We loved everything you did for us and we thought the music was fantastic! We would recommend you to anyone we knew who was looking for a DJ. Thanks, again!
Wedding Reception at Architectural Artifacts
Chicago, IL
11.21.09
Andy and Elizabeth J
"Mike was great. We didn't select a single song other than the entrances and first dances. The dance floor was packed all night, and most guests stayed to the very end. In fact so many people stuck around that when the hotel tried to shut the party down the guests required an encore from our DJ! What a blast."
Wedding Reception at Hyatt Deerfield
Deerfield, IL
10.24.09
Michael and Ashley G
"Matt- Thank you and MDM for helping make our day truly special. All of our unique requests were met and you guys did a wonderful job. I will definitely be recommending you guys to anyone I know who needs a DJ/ Lighting at their event. Thanks for everything! I'll let you know when the photographer has shared the photos with us. Thanks!"
Wedding Reception at Dinolfo's Banquets
Homer Glen, IL
10.09.09Ferro and Emily B
"Robert was our DJ and played great music all throughout the night. He encouraged all of our guests to dance and played music for all of the age groups that were there. He was professional and a pleasure to work with."
Wedding Reception at St. Charles Country Club
St. Charles, IL
10.10.09Chris and Heidi B
"Rob was fabulous. He was great with requests, and reading the crowd. We were very pleased with him, and will recommend MDM to our friends."
Wedding Reception at Belvedere Banquets
Elk Grove Village, IL
10.09.09Amber and Matt B
"THANK YOU for being a part of our day!!! I seriously can't remember a wedding I've ever been to that had a better DJ, and kept people on the dance floor the entire time. You did a fantastic job! Everyone kept saying how great the music was. The ceremony and dinner music was flawless as well. If I ever have any friends or family that need a DJ in Chicago, I'll definitely recommend them to you. Thanks again and take care."
Wedding Reception at Pazzo’s
Chicago, IL
10.10.09
Kristen and Chad
“Everything was amazing! I got so many compliments on the play list. Mike made my reception seamless and very very easy for me”
Wedding Reception at Hilton Garden Inn
Des Plaines, IL
09.26.09Maura and Matt H
"Tony and I wanted to thank you with all sincerity for your services and make you aware of the fantastic job your staff did at our wedding reception. There were so many guests from all different backgrounds, Irish and Mexican and all different ages, and we were afraid that it would be tough to keep everyone dancing and having a good time. Both families had a blast with each other on the dance floor and we are SO grateful for that. OJ and Matt went above and beyond our expectations! They Incorporated our two cultures, music and traditions perfectly and the dance floor was never empty! Tony's parents and family were relieved to have a Spanish speaking DJ who they were able to communicate with as well. Matt and OJ really made our wedding reception a hit and those memories we will always treasure. Thank you for really coming through on our important day. Your company is one of a kind, everyone is so professional and kind and I can guarantee I will be recommending you to all friends, family and co-workers. MDM entertainment was definitely my favorite company to work with throughout the whole planning process. We are forever grateful to you all."
Wedding Reception at Hilton Lisle
lisle, IL
09.06.09Moira and Tony M
"We had the best time dancing at our wedding, as did our guests, and that was all because of Matt. He was fun, energetic and played the best songs. He was also so accommodating when my brother wanted to make an impromptu speech during the evening; it ended up being one of the most memorable moments of the night. Phenomenal is really all I can say."
Wedding Reception at Congress Plaza Hotel
Chicago, IL
09.19.09Jason and Vanessa B
"I just wanted to say thank you for the awesome lighting! It looked great-sorry I never saw you. There was a lot going on. Everyone commented on how beautiful everything looked with the lighting. I am sooo glad we decided to add the lighting-it just added to the ceremony and the reception. Thanks again for everything."
Wedding Reception Lighting at Adler Planetarium
Chicago, IL
10.09.09Nadeem P
Thank your for being so efficient with setting up and organizing our wedding party. I was so excited to hear the mix of my favorite "old" school songs toward the end of the reception. Everyone really enjoyed the music selection and the dance floor was constantly packed. Thank You!”
Wedding Reception at Holiday Inn Mart Plaza
Chicago, IL
10.03.09Helen and Tim P
Part 1 –
“Brian was fantastic and accommodating. We couldn't have asked for more. We will recommend MDM and Brian to our friends - I hope they choose your services. Feel free to use me as a reference.”
Part 2 –
“Brian, I wanted to thank you for the truly amazing work you did at our wedding this past Saturday. You were a true professional, you had a great feel for the room and the moments, and you were a huge factor in making our wedding day an amazing memory for everyone who attended. We certainly could not have asked for more. Since Saturday, we have been constantly talking about how courteous and accommodating you were to all of the guests, and especially to Kelly and myself. We won't forget this when our friends are asking for DJ recommendations - especially because we want the weddings we attend to be just as fun as ours. Hopefully we can get Brian a couple of extra gigs.
It really turned out to be a blessing in disguise having to come to you only 3 weeks before the wedding. I think we ended up with a more memorable and, really just a better experience, because we had a pro with pro-standard equipment.
Please let me know if you need any recommendations, reviews, etc.
Thanks again,”
Wedding Reception at European Crystal
Arlington Heights, IL
10.03.09Andrew and Kelly D
“Oliver did everything we asked for! He was absolutely amazing! He was very friendly and very considerate of what we wanted. People were dancing til 2am!”
Wedding Reception at Royalty West Banquets
Willow Springs, IL
09.04.09Nicole and Erik D
“Mike did an excellent job at our wedding and truly made it a memorable evening. I was told by many of our guests that the DJ did a wonderful job of getting everyone on the dance floor and having a great time.”
Wedding Reception at Ruffled Feathers Golf Club
Lemont, IL
09.19.09Timothy and Jennifer H
“Thanks again for everything last night. We received many comments on you and O.J. The dancing was a big hit and as you know that was one of our main goals going into the event and that was accomplished. Thanks again for everything. Our main priority was having everyone on the dance floor for the majority of the night and this was accomplished. We were extremely happy with how the event was handled and managed. We would recommend you to anyone who inquired to us regarding a DJ service.”
Wedding Reception at White Deer Run Golf Course
Vernon Hills, IL
09.18.09Keith and Mary Z
“Thank you so very much for everything you did for us before, during, and after the wedding. We had the time of our lives!
Most people do not remember what they ate or what people wore, but they certainly will remember how much fun they had dancing and what music was played. You are such a rock star and I am certain many of my friends getting engaged will be asking who our DJ was and you better believe I will respond with much enthusiasm that it was Mike Dodson President of MDM Entertainment.”
Wedding Reception at Edgewood Valley Country Club
LaGrange, IL
09.05.09Sean and Stephanie M
“Thank you for the wonderful job! My feet still hurt from dancing so much. So many people told us how great you were. Thanks, again!”
Wedding Reception at Beau Jolie
Schiller Park, IL
09.12.09Leanne & Michael C
“Mike, you did such an excellent job and I was so pleased with everything!!! You announced things that I didn't even think about, and you were on top of your game!!! I will definitely recommend you to others and who knows, maybe we'll need your service for future events! :) Thanks so much for everything!!! “
Wedding Reception at The Seville
Streamwood, IL
09.06.09Chau & Bernadette N
“Just wanted to let you know that everyone kept telling me how awesome the DJ was, and from what I hear I guess people were dancing all night long. I honestly was being pulled in so many directions, I dont even know what songs were being played, but that I just kept getting compliments on Oliver all night long. So thanks. Also everyone loved the photo booth. Thank you so much,”
Wedding Reception at Dinolfos
Homer Glenn, IL
09.06.09Kelly and Ryan R
“Seriously, I'm not exaggerating... everything was excellent. EVERYTHING!! It was perfect! You hooked up the projector and put up the projector and screen with no problem. The lighting was worth every cent (especially because you threw in the stars!!). Your crew was fun and professional. You rocked the "I'm on a boat" song and you were totally in tune with the crowd and what was going on. You made the event awesome! Max danced with his mom and he has never done that before!! Lots of people were dancing that don't normally dance. The music selection and flow was fantastic, as promised. Thank you for making the evening something we will continue to look back on and enjoy!”
Wedding Reception at Columbia Yacht Club
Chicago, IL
08.29.09Lynn and Brady P
“Mike did a phenomenal job! Everything was top notch. I would absolutely hire him again, and I've already recommended him to a friend who has hired him for her New Years' Eve wedding. Outstanding DJ!”
Wedding Reception at Meson Sabika
Naperville, IL
08.15.09Antonio and Aylin R
“Mike, you were extremely accommodating throughout the entire process. You made Phil's night by getting 3-in-1. Thanks for making the night a blast!”
Wedding Reception at Butterfield Country Club
Oakbrook, IL
08.08.09Phil and Betsy K
“Great job from beginning to end for our reception. We were worry free during every part of the wedding. Very professional and went to great lengths to make our wedding what we wanted it to be. Thank you for everything.
I just wanted to take a minute to thank you again for everything you did prior to and at our wedding. I appreciate all the requests that you were able to grant and it made for a very fun wedding. You have a great company and I wanted to let you know that every aspect you were part of at the wedding was great. Thanks again and we will definitely contact you if we ever need a dj.”
Wedding Reception at The Cotillion
Palatine, IL
08.09.09Rosario and Corrine L
“Throughout the evening and following the event I received countless compliments that the DJ was the best they ever heard. I was very pleased with this service.”
Wedding Reception at Lake Lawn Resort
Delevan, WI
08.07.09Kevin and Lauren T
“Tim and I just wanted to let you know that we were so happy to have you as a DJ at our wedding. We have gotten nothing but compliments from everyone on how great the music was and how much fun everybody had. You did such a fantastic job and we couldn't have been happier with our choice to have you as our DJ. Thanks again for such a great evening and I will be sure to recommend your name to anyone who is looking for a DJ in the Chicago area.”
Wedding Reception at Boulder Ridge Country Club
Lake In The Hills, IL
07.26.09Jessica and Tim C
“MDM was absolutely amazing. Mike D played great music and the dance floor was filled the entire time! We are still getting compliments on how awesome the DJ was. Even the reception hall staff and the minister made positive comments on how great Mike was to work with! We appreciate his work so much and believe he is a huge reason why our wedding was so perfect and fun.”
Wedding Reception at Makray Golf Club
Barrington, IL
07.31.09Ashley and Eric H
“Robert, We want to give you a big "Thank You" for making our wedding (June 27, 2009) everything that we imagined. During the planning process you were extremely easy to work with, very easy to get in touch with, and very receptive to our ideas and questions.
We had the best time at our wedding and many of our friends commented that it was the best wedding that they had ever been to. We know that had a lot to do with the music and lighting system which allowed our reception to be the huge dance party that we wanted (our parents danced the entire night!) . And during the reception, if we asked you to play a song, you made sure that it was played next. We loved it!
Our wedding was exactly what we wanted and we know that you had a big part in making that vision a reality. Thank you so much!”
Wedding Reception at Hilton Garden Inn Chicago
Chicago, IL
06.27.09Mandy and Travis C
“I am so grateful.....the night was fantastic. We just can't thank you enough, really. It is hard to really make you realize how appreciative I am of what you seem to be able to do with so little effort. Joe and I have been going over every detail, and MANY conversations have been about how well organized you are and how PLEASANT you are all the while. Your name will slide off my tongue any time I hear that someone needs a DJ. Thank you so much for making our night so darn much fun...and even more so for being a great person to laugh with!”
Wedding Reception at Maggiano’s
Schaumburg, IL
08.01.09Wendy and Joe W (Parents of Bride)
“It's now 3 weeks after our wedding and our guests are still telling us what an awesome time they had! Rob knew exactly what to play and when to play it and kept our dancefloor literally PACKED the entire night! At first we were a little worried because we had requested such a diverse range of music to make our families from two very different cultures happy, but I did not need to worry about a thing! I've never been to a wedding where people ran to the dancefloor after dinner and I'm so glad it happened at mine :) Thank you thank you thank you from the bottom of our hearts!!!”
Wedding Reception at Grand Piazza
Chicago, IL
07.11.09
Joshua and Melissa M
“You made our wedding so amazing and so much fun! Everyone loved the music and is still talking about the dance off! :) Have you seen the pictures yet? We are so lucky to have you as our DJ. The music flow was perfect - even the Jimmy Buffett break, and I think you guys found some new dance songs that we didn't put on our list
I wish we could do that night all over again. Thank you thank you thank you for making it something that everyone is still talking about. Eric and I wouldn't have wanted it any other way. If you want a reference, please tell people to call us!”
Wedding Reception at Onion Pub and Brewery
Lake Barrington, IL
07.11.09Eric and Kristin J
“Wow. What an evening! Shannon and I just wanted to thank you again for your partnership on the most important night of our lives. The night was a big success!
You absolutely nailed the vision we had set for our wedding. The staff at the Knickerbocker came up to us and said that although they do weddings there all the time “this was hands down the funnest wedding they’ve ever hosted.” Mike, our guests felt the same way. I can’t tell you how many people said this was the best wedding they’ve ever been to. That’s because you executed a great party; you held the energy, read the crowd, and Shannon and I couldn’t have been more appreciative and impressed.
I knew after meeting you back in April in your office that you understood our vision for the night. From the red uplights, to the spotlights, to the floor controls, and of course the great music, you just absolutely nailed it out of the park. Our whole wedding vision relied on you setting the tone for the night with great music and keeping high energy – Thank You for making the night so successful and a night that people will always remember. You did a great job Mike. Sincerely Thank You.”
Wedding Reception at The Knickerbocker Hotel
Chicago, IL
07.10.09Herb and Shannon J
"Oliver was the best possible DJ we could have had. He gave us awesome tips for where we should go in Peurto Rico and was epitome of professionalism in helping us planning the reception with our special familial concerns. He was great at requests and even remixed a Beyonce song with the theme song from Mario for a dance my wife, my friends and I will remember for the rest of our lives. I'll never be able to get over how awesome Oliver was. Definitely the best DJ in there ever was. Oliver will be the first DJ I'll recommend to anyone I know that needs one."
Wedding Reception at White Pines
Bensenville, IL
06.27.09Aaron L
Part 1
“Matt was great as a DJ and MC. He was able to seamlessly incorporate an impromptu toast given by two of our guests and was flexible with the schedule. He had the dance floor packed from the very beginning and made sure to play lots of our "play if possible" songs as well as our guests' requests. We couldn't have asked for a better or more skilled DJ. Transitions between songs were fantastic and everyone had a great time.”
Part 2
"Thank you - we were absolutely delighted and 150% satisfied with the job that Matt and Emerson did at our reception. They had the dance floor packed from beginning to end and we enjoyed everything they played. We will certainly be recommending MDM to any friends in need of a fantastic DJ. Thank you for making the night a smashing success! All the best, "
Wedding Reception at The Glen Club
Glenview, IL
06.27.09Sven and Sue
“Wonderful work guys! I like the pacing of the different music. I enjoyed the way you incorporated my requests throughout the night. Many of my guests had very nice things to say about you as well. And it was a tell-tale sign that no one stopped dancing the whole night. Music is so crucial to the mood of the event and you executed it with the utmost courtesy and professionalism. Thank you so much! “
Wedding Reception at Drury Lane
Oak Brook, IL
06.26.09Matt and Bridget B
“Everything was perfect!!”
Wedding Reception at Arboretum Club
Buffalo Grove, IL
07.03.09Mary and Jay B
“We just got back from our honeymoon a few days ago and are still adjusting to the normal routine. Oliver was fantastic. We got a lot of positive feedback from our guests on him and the music. We will highly recommend MDM to anyone that is in the market for a DJ. Thanks so much for helping to make our wedding day special and fun! I hope to work with you guys again.
Out of all the weddings I've been to, Oliver is the most polished and professional DJ. I was impressed with how he was able to read the room and adjust the music selection accordingly. He kept people on the dance floor all night! I'd highly recommend Oliver to anyone.”
Wedding Reception at European Crystal
Arlington Heights, IL
06.19.09Brian and Carolyn
“Both Mike and Oliver were great to work with! Mike was very prompt in responding to any emails or questions, and Oliver was exactly the kind of DJ we were looking for! He created a perfect wedding evening for us and our guests. Thank you for everything!”
Wedding Reception at Herrington Inn
Geneva, IL
06.21.09James and Jillian H
“Everything was seamless and Matt was wonderful. He is an excellent person to represent your company and he did a wonderful job. Thank you! I would highly recommend this company to everyone for any type of event.”
Wedding Reception at Avalon
Elk Grove, IL
06.26.09Elizabeth P
“Thank you for everything- by the way Marty rocked- we just loved him - I have recommended Marty to a few people at our wedding getting married... he was great...”
Wedding Reception at Illinois Beach Resort
Zion, IL
06.13.09Nikki and Derrick S
“I had the best time dancing at our wedding so clearly the music went well!”
Wedding Reception at Winnetka Community House
Winnetka, IL
05.24.09Molly and Will D
“Mike was an amazing DJ! We couldn't have asked for anyone better. The music played was great, and I couldn't believe how many songs Mike picked that I love and never told him about! We even had several people ask if they could get a copy of the playlist! Overall MDM and Mike were wonderful to work with.”
Wedding Reception at Private Dining Rooms of Spiaggia
Chicago, IL
05.18.2009Jamie and Jayson S
“Mike was great at not playing music I said not to unless I told him to. He really read the crowd well and all my guests raved about our DJ to me! I was told by many different people that it was one of the best if not the best wedding they have been to and most of that is due to the DJ.”
Wedding Reception at Doubletree Hotel
Alsip, IL
06.12.09Samantha and Joseph K
“Matt was the perfect dj for our wedding! He was organized, flexible, and professional. He ensured that everyone had a great time at the reception through his choices in music. I would highly recommend Matt to anyone! Marc and I are so grateful to you, Matt - you made our reception memorable! Thank you!”
Wedding Reception at Walter Payton’s Roundhouse
Aurora, IL
06.12.09Erin and Marc G
“Thank you Mike!! You did an incredible job!! And thank you for staying until 1! We all had such a great time!”
Wedding Reception at Casa Royale
Des Plaines, IL
06.06.09John and Michelle G
“It was a pleasure using MDM and Matt did a wonderful job. It was a great recommendation by our friends and we would do the same.”
Wedding Reception at Mid America Club
Chicago, IL
06.06.09Willie and Shay J
“Thanks for everything, Mike! We had the wedding of our dreams! Everything was utterly FANTASTIC! Keep doing what you're doing. Robert was hailed as the best dj people had ever heard!”
Wedding Reception at Armour House at Lake Forest Academy
Lake Forest, IL
05.24.09Kristin and Andrew S
"Thank you for helping to make Kathleen's graduation party a big success! We had a great time and I had many positive comments. Hopefully, you'll get more referrals. Thanks again".
Graduation Party
05.31.09Ellen A
“Oliver was fantastic! Couldn't have asked for a more perfect DJ! The music at the reception was wonderful! Oliver was so professional and fun to work with all along the process. The music was great and we received countless compliments from friends and family. Thanks for everything!
Oliver, Thank you so much for making our wedding day so wonderful! Cat and I couldn’t have asked for a better DJ, you exceeded our expectations. The night ran so smoothly because of you and we were grateful that you were a part of the wedding.”
Wedding Reception at Hotel Orrington
Evanston, IL
05.30.09Catherine and Peter D
“Everything was wonderful! Thank you so much Mike! You really did a great job and kept everyone on the dance floor until the very end. :) “
Wedding Reception at Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum
Chicago, IL
05.30.09Kelly and Brian
"MDM Entertainment was awesome. Mike Dodson was our DJ/MC and he did a wonderful job. Music was awesome, everyone was dancing and having a wonderful time. Over the past weekend, I cannot count how many people said that it was the BEST wedding they have ever been to. They were very easy to work with and helpful with music selections. If I were to do it all over again, I would be foolish not to use MDM. GREAT JOB!"
Wedding Reception at Grazie Ristorante
Des Plaines, IL
05.22.09Elizabeth and Darren J
"Matt was absolutely wonderful. He was accommodating, and went out of his way to make our day special. He was very attentive, and was a great MC. Everyone loved his music choices, and he worked so well with us. Any other event we have in the Chicago area, we would call on him again!"
Wedding Reception at Doubletree O'Hare
Rosemont, IL
05.23.09Mallory and Vince B
"MDM and Mike is beyond excellent service! I highly recommend MDM! Everything was perfect -- Thank you! I submitted rave reviews on both MDM's site and Wedding Wire...and the Knot too, but trust me, you're a popular, raved about name and company on there...I was just adding to the mix. All the best and thank you for being a SUPERB vendor! "
Wedding Reception at White Pines Golf Club
Bensenville, IL
05.23.09Nicole and Mark M
"Mike, you are absolutely fabulous!! Great evening and will definitely use you again for our next auction."
Charity Auction at St. Matthews School
04.24.09Ann S
"Robert did an awesome job! He listened to everything we wanted. He was extremely helpful with the organization of the night and our dance floor was packed from the beginning to the end!"
Wedding Reception at Café La Cave
Mount Prospect, IL
03.07.09Danielle C
"Everyone commented on how great the music was all night!"
Wedding Reception at Holiday Inn Mart Plaza
Chicago, IL
03.07.09Sara and Tony M
"We could not have asked for a better DJ service. Jeff did a great job and we would highly recommend him and MDM."
Wedding Reception at Concorde Banquets
Killdeer, IL
08.08.08Kevin D
"This is the second time we have used Robert in less than a year and each time we get a lot compliments on what a great dj he is!! He is hands down the best dj we've ever seen!! We will absolutely refer him and your company to anyone in the future!!"
Private Party at Golf Farm Bar and Grill
Volo, IL
01.30.09Nikki T
"We just got back from Mexico last night. We wanted to also send you an e-mail saying what a great time we had, and that you were seriously PERFECT as our DJ!! :) We appreciated you blocking the songs as we asked... until we finally gave in and said ok... etc. You did such a great job! And the photobooth was a hit as well. Thank you so much again!! I'll fill out the survey, and recommend the vendors I loved... which really, I think Tasin and I did a great job picking out our vendors! I literally had to coerce my husband to get a DJ... and he was totally thrilled with how everything was run by you, Mike!! We were both thrilled!! You stuck by our list, and had great songs playing all night, and everyone said they had the greatest time!! Thanks! I would definitely recommend MDM!!! Both for photobooth and DJ!"
Thank you so much!
Wedding Reception at Seven Bridges Golf Club
Woodridge, IL
01.24.09Kanako and Tasin S
"Thanks again so much for being our dj you read the crowd perfectly and every one had a good time. You can use us as a referral any time thanks again!!"
Wedding Reception at Grand Geneva
Geneva, WI
01.17.09Alan & Tararat W
Part 1
"Mike did an outstanding job DJing our wedding reception. Music was a VERY important part of our wedding and all of the songs we requested were played. The dance floor was full the entire evening and everyone had an excellent time. The music selection was appropriate for ALL the guests and I would recommend MDM again and again for future events."
Part 2
"This email is very long overdue, but we wanted to thank you a million times for doing such a wonderful DJing job at our wedding. We had our reception on October 18 at the Holiday Inn at Merchandise Mart and had a blast...due in part to your excellent song choices. The dance floor was completely packed the entire night...which guests still make comments about. They tell me they've never been to a wedding where that many people were dancing for that long all at once. We truly enjoyed ourselves and we hope you enjoyed the pie at the end of the night! We finally got some of the professional photos back, so we've attached a few of us and the crazy dance floor we thought you might enjoy.
Thanks again for doing an outstanding job, and we look forward to recommending your services to friends and family for future events.
Best regards,"
Wedding Reception at Holiday Inn Mart Plaza
Chicago, IL
10.18.08Megan and Ron M
"Mike - you were amazing! The music and the dancing were the aspect of our wedding that I was most looking forward and it was everything that I had hoped for and more! The dance floor was packed and if there was a song that led to some people starting to walk off, you masterfully mixed into the next song and everyone was right back. My friends still say that they danced more at our wedding than any other wedding they've ever been to! Our Hora was even the most energetic dance I've ever seen. Everyone was out of their seats! Rob's brother and his fiance's first question when they started planning their wedding was who did we use as our DJ. They've since hired MDM!
Keep doing what you are doing! The music was amazing. I couldn't believe that you remembered that we mentioned playing Mr. Jones at our initial meeting at Starbucks and Brownstone. By the time I had to fill out my request sheet, I'd completely forgotten about it. Thanks for remembering. Everyone sang and danced and it was so memorable. Thank you also for playing our surprise second dance!
Also, thank you for being so professional and friendly during the whole preparation process and at the ceremony/reception. Rob and I really enjoyed getting to know you and working with you. Your personality is ideal for this job and you really set the tone for our night. There isn't anyone else we would rather have had with us setting the pacing and mood for the night!
And I'm SOOOO... sorry for the late thank you. This is long overdue! Thank goodness for Winter Break!"
Wedding Reception at Embassy Suites Chicago
Chicago, IL
07.19.08Debra and Robert S
"Thank you for everything you did to make the Special Olympics fundraiser Kickin’ for a Cause such a great time. Everyone had a blast. I can’t wait to see you next year."
10.11.08
Amber
"A quick email while on the honeymoon to say thanks that we had a blast and know almost all our guests did too. We know that was largely in part to Robert who did a fantastic job! You guys were great. We'll email more when we're back in the US. Thanks!
We've had soo many compliments on our DJ and music. We had a blast and so did all our guests! Thank you so much for making our wedding fabulous!"
Wedding Reception at Ravenswood Billboard Factory
Chicago, IL
11.15.08Katie K
"We loved working with Mike and will continue to refer our brides, and friends to MDM. THanks so much for everything."
Wedding Reception at Fountain Blue
Des Plaines, IL
11.28.08Anastacio and Yola L
"The online music selection guide was really helpful. The music was perfect and you did a great job keeping everyone dancing. Also, everyone loved the photobooth! I'm not sure what the girl's name was operating it but she was really great too, very friendly and helpful!"
Wedding Reception at Seven Bridges Golf Club
Woodridge, IL
11.15.08Elizabeth and Brian S
"THANK YOU! You were great! Had lots of compliments on the music that night. I will definitely be recommending you to any friends getting married or wanting DJ services."
Wedding Reception at Wyndham O'Hare
Rosemont, IL
10.25.08Eryn and Liam M
"I've never been to a wedding before where they had so many people dancing as we did. Over 90% of the people got up after the first dance, and the floor was over flowing most of the night."
Wedding Reception at Meridian Banquets
Rolling Meadows, IL
10.18.08Brian and Jean W
"You were above and beyond anything we had hoped for! You really listened to us and planned the evening around what we wanted. So many people told us what they do and said they would incorporate our style. You were the opposite and first asked what we wanted, and then created just that. Thank you thank you thank you. More than 15 people came up to us and said that you were the best wedding DJ they had ever had and that the music played was fun and made them want to dance all night. It was exactly what we wanted!!!"
Wedding Reception at Mill Creek Golf Resort
Geneva, IL
07.05.08Eric and Nina F
"We can't thank you enough for the wonderful job you did at our wedding. We heard from so many people, young and old; dancers and non-dancers, that the music was great and kept the party going. Thank you! We will highly recommend you to our friends/family."
Wedding Reception at Mission Hills Country Club
Northbrook, IL
09.20.08Ryan and Lisa P
"Thank you for being a part of our wedding day!!! I cant tell you how many people that have told me how excellent you were! We really appreciate it! "
Wedding Reception at Belvedere Chateau
Palos Hills, IL
10.25.08Melissa and Kevin R
"Oliver was great, he had an awesome personality when we met him and he was just as great at our wedding. He was really attentive and kept making sure everything was going good throughout the event. We were so pleased and everyone had a blast."
Wedding at Eaglewood Resort
Itasca, IL
10.04.08Corrine and Scott U
"I can't express what a fantastic job Oliver did at our wedding. From contacting me the week before to navigating some guest drama to playing fabulous music that kept everyone dancing all night! MDM provided fantastic service. Oliver did a perfect job and was professional yet a ton of fun. He provided the highest level of service imaginable. We were thrilled. Thank you for making our wedding such a fun night for all!"
Wedding Reception at The Rookery
Chicago, IL
09.27.08Lisa and Kevin V
"I keep getting compliments on how great our music was! We really had a blast and will definitely recommend you to anyone getting married! Take care!"
Wedding Reception at Discovery World at Pier Wisconsin
Milwaukee, WI
10.03.08Cara and Andrew W
"George did a great job, it couldn't have gone better. The floor was packed all night and he was a pleasure to work with. I will recommend you guys to anyone who asks. Even though you won't need it, good luck! "
Wedding Reception at Hyatt Rosemont
Rosemont, IL
09.07.08Sam and Sabrina L
"We put great reliance on a DJ/MC who was professional yet easy going and expertly kept our evening events timely and smoothly moving. MDM delivered all of this."
Wedding Reception at Friendship Park Conservatory
Des Plaines, IL
09.14.08Janice and Douglas P
"Rob was awesome. We danced all night long. We couldn't have been more happy with Rob. Everyone said what a great d.j. he was and how good the music was. I will be sure to refer you to my friends who are getting married next year."
Wedding Reception at The Seville
Streamwood, IL
09.12.08Gina and Francisco
"Adam and I wanted to write a note on how happy we were and how awesome Robert was at our wedding reception on Saturday. The dance floor was packed the entire evening and more than one guest commented on how smoothly Robert handled everything. Thanks so much for all of your help!
Thank you again to you and Robert for helping to make our reception so special!"
Wedding Reception at Mission Hills Country Club
Northbrook, IL
09.13.08Brittny and Adam T
"Thanks for everything! We had a blast and couldn't have been happier with your service. We will definitely keep you in mind for other events."
Wedding Reception at The Seville
Streamwood, IL
09.06.08Joanne and Dave T
"Mike - you were wonderful. We could not have asked for anything more. We have already received so many compliments on your service. Thank you for making our special day even more special."
Wedding Reception at Naperville Country Club
Naperville, IL
08.30.08Kathleen & Rich W
"Thank you so much for all of your hard work at our wedding. We had so many compliments on both the video montage and the music in general, thanks to you."
Wedding Reception at Holiday Inn Mart Plaza
Chicago, IL
08.15.08Suzie and Terry P
"Thank you and Oliver for the great job at the reception. Our guests all had a great time and everything went so smoothly and perfect, it was seriously like a dream! Thank you!"
Wedding Reception at Drury Lane
Oakbrook, IL
08.16.08Kelly and Jordan F
"Oliver was great! He was nothing but professional. My wife and I could not have been happier with service received Thank you."
Wedding Reception at Westin Yorktown Mall
Oakbrook, IL
07.12.08Mark L
"Robert was amazing. He assisted us every step of the way. He could totally read the crowd and make everyone happy. We loved our music that we had, and wished that night never ended."
Wedding Reception at Friendship Park Conservatory
Des Plaines, IL
08.16.08Rachel and Fernelly M
"Everything was perfect!!! You are the best Mike! Rich and I want to thank YOU for being so wonderful! Everyone loved you! Rich's sister is getting married next August so I am recommending you for her wedding! Hopefully I will see you again next August!!"
Wedding Reception at The Congress Plaza Hotel
Chicago, IL
08.02.08Rich and Vasavi
"Oliver was a wonderful DJ. We have had so many compliments on the music and entertainment!! Oliver was so easy to work with and incorporated our requests throughout the night. He knew exactly how to read the crowd and everyone had a great time. Thanks for making our day even more special."
Wedding Reception at Mission Hills Country Club
Northbrook, IL
08.02.08Katie W
"I cannot thank you enough for everything at the wedding. Everyone had an amazing time (us included!) and it was all because of the fantastic music and the photo booth. It went so fast though…"
Wedding Reception at Galleria Marchetti
Chicago, IL
06.20.08Nicole T
"Robert was great, very professional and flexible accommodating us on the day of the wedding. We've received nothing but compliments and inquiries about the DJ. Thank You!"
Wedding Reception at Morton Arboretum
Lisle, IL
06.27.08Dr. Vincent S
"Mike you were GREAT! Everyone complimented me on the flowers and the music. You were wonderful!!!!!!!!!"
Wedding Reception at Doubletree Esplanade Lakes
Downers Grove, IL
06.28.08Tom and Heather K
"We were VERY happy with MDM and Mike at our event. Mike was very responsive throughout the planning stages. During the reception, one of the songs we really wanted to dance to was played, but we were not in the room. At the end of the night, Mike played that song just for us (not sure who told him we missed it the first time!). During that song, the groom remembered he forgot to dance with his sister as promised. He asked Mike to play another one, so Mike asked his sister what song she wanted and he had it and the groom and his little sister got to have their dance. The final touch was ending it by playing our song one more time to give us an opportunity to dance to it again. A very memorable experience with MDM and Mike Dodson. We will definitely recommend Mike and MDM to others."
Wedding Reception at Wydham Glenview Suites
Glenview, IL
06.29.08Scott and Amanda S
"Robert was just wonderful and we got so many compliments on having such a great DJ. Based on the number of people on the dance floor and the number of people that stayed till the end, it was obvious that everyone had a great time. It was so nice to know that everything was under control and Mike and I were able to enjoy our wedding to the fullest because Robert did such a great job. I can't say enough wonderful things about Robert and MDM Entertainment, thank you so much for making our day so special."
Wedding Reception at Wyndham Drake
Oak Brook, IL
06.28.08Mike and Stephanie L
"We had the best time and the music was perfect. So many guests commented that it was the most fun wedding they have ever been to - due in part to your awesome playlist and photo booth. I loved the white lighting and LOVED the gobo. It was awesome. The white lighting was perfect for an anti-disco couple such as ourselves. The gobo on the wall made for some great photos. Thank you so much for the extra help on lighting, gobo, and photo booth! We felt that we got a great value and an incredible product. We were blown away by the amazing customer service and would recommend MDM to anyone."
Wedding Reception at Grand Piazza
Chicago, IL
06.21.08Dan and Jacey K
"Mike was great! We heard lots of compliments on his performance from the volume of the music, to the pacing of the evening, to his ability to read the crowd while the wedding was happening. He was able to find even our most obscure music requests. He did a great job of keeping all of our guests entertained and on the dance floor. Thanks!"
Wedding Reception at Westin North Shore
Wheeling, IL
06.14.08Todd and Ashley F
"Chris and I just got back from our honeymoon today. I just wanted to take a minute and let you know that working with you and Robert was AWESOME!!!! Your website is extremely easy to use and was a perfect planning tool. I really appreciate how you responded to all my emails promptly. Robert was perfect!!!!!! When I spoke to him on the phone the day before my wedding to go over everything he really made me feel confident that I had chosen the right songs. I knew everything would be perfect after speaking to him. He kept the dance floor packed ALL night and every request I asked him to play he immediatly played. I had a hard time greeting all the guests because I couldn't stay off the dance floor, lol! I have had SO many compliments from guests about the music that was played and how good of a job Robert did. Chris and I had the time of our lives and I want to thank you and Robert for everything. I will HIGHLEY recommend Robert and your company to any future bride or to anyone who is in need of a dj in the future!!!"
Thanks again!!!
Wedding Reception at Makray Golf Club
Barrington, IL
05.30.08Chris and Nicole T
"We had lots of compliments on the music! Everyone had fun. Mike had a great sense of what to play and when. Our requests were all incorporated, and people were dancing all night. The reception was fantastic!"
Wedding Reception at Carleton Hotel
Oak Park, IL
06.07.08Christine B
"One of the strongest, lowest maintenance vendors we worked with".
Wedding Reception at Galleria Marchetti
Chicago, IL
05.31.08Kurt S
"We just wanted to say THANK YOU!!! You did an unbelievably amazing job last weekend, and we have had so many people tell us how great the music was, which I'm sure was evident by the packed dance floor. Adam and I had a wonderful time, and you played such a large role in that. We were especially impressed with how well you mixed in the Indian music even though you had never even heard it before. My mom and her friends were ecstatic with the selections as well, and they are a hard group to please :) I know the acoustics were probably difficult to manage in the library, but you handled it so well, as everything sounded great. Thank you again for a wonderful evening,"
Wedding Reception at Harold Washington Library
Chicago, IL
05.10.08Sona and Adam Y
"Everything was perfect! Oliver is a quality DJ and a quality individual. His attentiveness throughout the entire process, even before the wedding itself, was top-notch. It was a pleasure dealing with him and MDM Entertainment!"
Wedding Reception at Casa Royale
Des Plaines, IL
05.02.08Victor G
"Thank you for making our wedding perfect! You did such an amazing job. The photo booth was a huge hit and the music was exactly what we wanted. Every guest we've talked to has said how much fun they had! We couldn't ask for more!"
Wedding Reception at Belvedere Banquets
Elk Grove Village, IL
03.15.08Anthony and Tammy D
"I was very impressed with Jeff and the quality of the experience. He was great with all the guests, and everybody had a wonderful time."
Corporate Event at Rosewood
Rosemont, IL
04.26.08Laura G
"We just wanted to thank you for helping to make our reception absolutely perfect."
Wedding Reception at Maggianos
Chicago, IL
04.05.08Todd and Maria Alicia
"We can’t thank you enough for the awesome job you did at our wedding last weekend. So many people came up to us saying they loved the music and had such a blast dancing. You really do know how to read a crowd and we so appreciate that! Thank you also for your flexibility with the minor changes throughout the evening and for your overall positive attitude. It put us at ease. We both enjoyed every song and loved seeing our family and friends having such a great time. We will be recommending you to all of our friends! Thank you again for everything!"
Wedding Reception at Hotel Orrington
Evanston, IL
03.29.08Ilana and Michael S
"The service we received was above and beyond what we expected. We couldn’t have asked for a better DJ. Everyone had a great time and we are still getting comments about how good the music was, without any cheesy stuff."
Wedding Reception at Hilton Garden Inn
St. Charles, IL
02.16.08Amy and Chris M
"I hate to be cliché but everything was perfect! I have heard more and more compliments on your work at my wedding. The Barry CD was such a personal touch and you really went above and beyond. I can't say enough great things!"
Wedding Reception at Chateau Busche
Alsip, IL
02.23.08Gerry and Kristin P
"Mike was just great. Would definitely recommend to others. He made the day special."
Wedding Reception at Sheraton Gateway Suites
Rosemont, IL
03.01.08Mary L (Mother of the Bride)
"Thank you once again for helping make the wedding so near perfect. We had an awesome time...and of course I just couldn't stop dancing. My Dad even had to comment on your utmost professionalism. We got so many compliments about everything in general, but quite a few on the dance and the dj. Mike is a true artist at what he does. Being a musician, I understand how important the musical aspect is to any event. Our wedding reception was as close to perfect as you can get and the music/dance had a big part in that. I would recommend MDM Entertainment to anyone and for any event."
Wedding Reception at Immanuel Lutheran Church
Chicago, IL
12.29.07Anne Marie and Dan
"Ben and I were very happy with Mike and the wonderful job he did. Our guests had a really good time and many complimented us on our DJ! Thanks!!!"
Wedding Reception at Chandlers
Schaumburg, IL
12.31.2007Ben and Pearl H
"You did an awesome job and everyone keeps raving about what a great time they had. Thanks so muc!!!"
Wedding Reception at Empress Banquets
Addison, IL
12.28.07Beth and Shaun H
"WOW!!! What a blast! Thank you so much for everything! The music was amazing and my guests LOVED YOU!!! Will definitely be recommending you!!! Thank you a million!!!"
Wedding Reception at The Abbington
Glen Ellyn, IL
01.05.08Stephanie & Joe T
"Mike was constantly available and responsive to our requests. George and Jim executed the evening with the utmost professionalism, and managed the unexpected very well. The music was great and kept everyone in the mood the entire night. We would recommend MDM Entertainment to anyone looking for quality service for their special event.
George, We just wanted to thank you again for helping make our wedding day a special one. We really appreciate all that you did to make things go as smooth as they did. The music was great and all the guests had a wonderful time. You did an awesome job. Please thank Jim for all of his help as well".
Wedding Reception at Pazzo's
Chicago, IL
11.10.07Kevin and Heather K
"Robert was absolutely fantastic! We truly, truly could not have done it without him. His coordination with the other vendors and his professionalism were top notch. One of my bridesmaids is getting married in FL next June and she said she wished he could do her wedding! :) We would absolutely recommend MDM and Robert to anyone who is looking for a DJ/MC for their event. Thanks so much for everything!! "
Wedding Reception at Reza's
Chicago, IL
10.13.07Lindsey & Carlos P
"Great time, Great DJ. My husband and I were very pleased with your company. Thanks for everything!"
Wedding Reception at Crystal Lake Country Club
Crystal Lake, IL
10.27.07Jaclyn and Joseph S
"Marty was fabulous and all my guests raved about the music. I was so thrilled to have had such a wonderful DJ, it really made my wedding reception memorable. I couldn't have asked for more!"
Wedding Reception at Grazie Ristorante
Des Plaines, IL
10.06.07James and Tammy G
"Thanks so much for taking good care of us on our big day. I would recommend you to anybody planning a wedding."
Wedding Reception at Barn of Barrington
Barrington, IL
09.15.07Daniel and Bridgette S
"Had an outstanding experience with MDM, we are very glad we hired them."
Wedding Reception at Belvedere Chateau
Palos Hills, IL
06.29.07Chris and Carrie S
"Just wanted to tell you we had the BEST time on Saturday!!! We loved everything you did and had SO many compliments about you. It was absolutely perfect!!! Saturday was the best day of my life and I thank you so much for your part in that. Please feel free to give my name and email out for references in the future. I loved your attention to detail and especially your comment about Josh that he loves the 80s dance moves - that was great that you remembered that I told you that is the only way he knows how to dance, and I'm sure you clearly observed it Saturday night as well! I hope you also had a great time w/us!
Thanks again, Mike!"
Wedding Reception at Stonegate
Hoffman Estates, IL
10.27.07Jill and Josh M
"Mike D you were a great DJ and made our reception that much better. We had such a great evening and you made it even more special by playing all of that great music. We had a pretty consistent packed dance floor the whole night!! We will definitely recommend your company to others needing a DJ. Thanks again!! "
Wedding Reception at Embassy Suites Lakefront
Chicago, IL
10.20.07Michael and Ashlee T
"We had a great time at the reception, and you were a big part of that. Your services were excellent, very professional. We would recommend you to anyone."
Wedding Reception at Concorde Banquets
Kildeer, IL
10.13.2007Jen and Jay
"Just wanted to thank you again for the outstanding job you did for us at our wedding reception! We received compliment after compliment about your performance, and about the music and the fact that you kept everyone dancing throughout the night!!! I know from experience that the wedding D.J./music can make or break a reception- we believe that your amazing work made our reception a success!!
We would also like to thank you deeply for going above and beyond and dropping off some of our guests at the hotel. That was an incredibly nice gesture, and extremely considerate of you!We are leaving for Mexico tomorrow morning, and when we return we will ABSOLUTEY share on your website of how extremely satisfied we were of your services! Mike, I would recommend you to any of my friends and/or relatives in a heartbeat. In fact, I have a couple of friends who are getting married next year and I will definitely recommend you!
Thanks again, Mike.... excellent job!
Wedding Reception at Turnberry Country Club
Village of Lakewood, IL
10.06.07
Mr. & Mrs. Anthony H
"We want to thank you for the wonderful DJ service you provided for our wedding! The music was perfect – but even more importantly – we truly felt like we were in good hands & had nothing to worry about. Robert was great – so courteous & professional & FUN! Thanks again!
Sincerely,"
Wedding Reception at Congress Plaza Hotel
Chicago, IL
09.22.07Nicole and Andrew L
"Thank you SO much for making our wedding party such a huge success. I got so many comments from our guests about how awesome the music was, and how much fun they had in the photo booth. You and Zobes are awesome and we can't thank you enough. We'll be recommending to you to anyone and everyone we know in the future.
Thanks again Mike! "
Wedding Reception at Katherine Legge Memorial Lodge
Hinsdale, IL
09.30.07Vicky and Dan W
"Brian and I just wanted to say thank you to Mike for the amazing job he did at our wedding. He kept our guests and ourselves on the dance floor and had everyone young and old having a wonderful time. We could not have asked for a better emcee and dj for our wedding!
Mike, Everything about the Dj service was above our expectations. The music was perfect and we especially liked the few times you noticed a song not go over well and you ended it almost immediately and worked another song in seamlessly. Friends of ours young and old commented on how great the music was and that they haven't danced that much at a reception in a long time. Carol and I were so happy with the music, professionalism and everything about the DJ service. Thank you so much."
Wedding Reception at Westin North Shore
Wheeling, IL
09.08.07Carol & Brian C
"Mike D was great. I'd recommend him in heart beat. I am certainly recommending MDM to all of my newly engaged friends. There were absolutely no problems working with Mike. From beginning to end he was always professional and courteous, returned email/phone calls promptly.
During the event Mike played the crowd so well. He seemed to know what to play and when to play it. It was also great to have our personal likes/dislikes played or not played. My only wish is that we had a bigger dance floor!
Thanks for doing such a great job Mike, we really appreciate everything!"
Wedding Reception at Drury Lane
Oak Brook, IL
07.14.07Michael and Paula O
"We had so much fun and you did an awesome job! If you haven't figured it out yet we go to a lot of concerts and we absolutely love music. You helped us express that like no other. Some of our friends said they wanted the set list from the night. Thanks so much for making our day extra special!"
Wedding Reception at A New Leaf
Chicago, IL
06.23.07Tara and Matt B
"I want to say that I think our DJ was the biggest hit of the night...Without any consideration it was the best hire that I had for the entire wedding...Thank you so much for everything, you helped make our wedding one we will never forget...."
Wedding Reception at Butterfield Country Club
Oak Brook, IL
06.29.07Lisa and Matt C
"Thank you for doing such a great job at our wedding. We know you put a lot of work into everything and we appreciate all that you have done for us. Thanks again for everything."
Wedding Reception at Hyatt Lodge
Oak Brook, IL
05.21.07Lisa and Dave P
"I just wanted to drop you a note and let you know what a huge success my wedding was the other night. And it is no secret that your DJ had a lot to do with that.
I am not just talking about his DJ skills either. Robert stepped in and played a huge part of keeping the wedding going and making sure things went smoothly. We had a problem with one of our rooms and the hall at the beginning of the night and Robert made sure everything was taken care of so my wife and I could meet with our guests.
In short he was amazing and the night could have easily turned into a disaster if it were not for his help and guidance. He was very professional the entire evening. Everyone loved the music and the party didn't slow down at all, not once.
I know you told me you had one of your better DJ's reserved for me but I had no idea this is what you meant.
I have a few friends getting married this year and I will be sure to let them know where I got him from.
Thanks again for everything,"
06.30.07Nick M
"Everyone commented to me what a terrific job Marty did! His music selections were great and he kept everyone on the dance floor all night. He was also very willing to work with guest and kept great communication with me throughout the night. He had a lot of fun and different ideas. Numerous people commented to me that this wedding was the best and most fun that they had been to. I am sure that because of his performance, many of my friends will be using him in the future as well. Please pass along a "THANK YOU VERY MUCH" to Marty, he was AWESOME!!!!!!!"
Wedding Reception at Bloomingdale Golf Club
Bloomingdale, IL
05.27.07Kelly K
"It was perfect! I have recieved numerous comments on how well Mike did. Everyone loved the music. I even had one request for the night's playlist for their wedding!"
Wedding Reception at Venuti's
Addison, IL
05.27.07Justin and Christine W
"Mike was excellent- both in helping to plan the event, as well as at the event itself. He kept the reception on track and upbeat. Both my husband I have been raving about Mike since the wedding."
Wedding Reception at Wyndham Chicago
Chicago, IL
4.28.2007Sean and Kathy G
"We just wanted to send all of our wonderful vendors a great big THANK YOU!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Our wedding day was so amazingly perfect!!!!!! All of the plans came together so nicely. It was exactly how I had pictured it. From the amazing weather for our pictures, to the cooled down weather for our ceremony/cocktails, to the great rain storm AFTER we moved inside, to the amazing sunset that made for great pictures. We couldn't have asked for better people to work with. Anyone who says planning a wedding is stressful must have never worked with people of your caliber. We have gotten the most positive feedback from our guests about food, music and how nice our photographers were! I enjoyed every minute of the planning and the wedding itself. Most brides/grooms don't get a chance to enjoy the fruits of their planning, but Matt and I had the best time. We didn't give anything a second thought after our rehearsal. You guys just made us so relaxed and we knew everything was going to be great. We are now off to our great honeymoon in St Lucia! Thank you again for EVERYTHING!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Anybody I ever know who is getting married in the future will be getting my highest recommendation for the companies we worked with.
Thank you again!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!"
Wedding Reception at Independence Grove Libertyville. IL
06.01.07Meggen and Matt
"MDM Entertainment provided phenomenal service to me and my husband. Everyone at our wedding commented about how great the DJ was. Mike D made our wedding reception a fun and exciting environment to celebrate our unity as a couple. Most importantly, He listened to our wants as a couple and incorporated his style into our ideas. MDM Entertainment was the best music choice we could have made for our wedding. We couldn't have been more pleased with the quality, and genuine care that Mike D. and his staff at MDM Entertainment showed us. Thank You! "
9.30.07Stacie and Dan H
"You did a fantastic job! Everyone raved about how well you kept the party going and I think you played every one of our requested songs that we picked out online. I don't think many people left the dance floor all night long and the music really appealed to every age group. I will definitely recommend you to any one and every one I know getting married."
Wedding Reception at Alpine Banquets
Darien, IL
12.29.06Michael and Megan C
"Our DJ was extremely accommodating and friendly. We could not have asked for a better entertainer than Robert. Many guests raved about the quality of entertainment that evening. Thank you!"
01.20.2007Paul L
"So easy to work with, so professional. It was as great as expected. We would recommend you to anyone, not a complaint in the world! Thanks again"
09.03.06Dylan and Abby M
"You were great! We had tons of compliments on the music and "party" at our wedding and we owe it all to you! No one remembers the flowers or the appetizers but they definitely remember the DJ :) Thanks for making our wedding awesome!"
Tracy
"I wanted to say hi and THANK YOU for being one of the BEST vendors I got the privilege of working with for my wedding day. I would gladly refer you to ANYONE I know. Absolutely wonderful from the beginning of the planning to the actual event. Still to this day people tell me that they have never seen a dance floor so crowded and full of people having a great time at any other wedding. I know that it isn't just that my friends and family are so fun. I know you played a huge part in that!!!
Thanks for helping make the great memories!!"Bob and Catherine
"We had a perfect wedding day, and we are so thankful you could be a part of it. You did a fantastic job with the music and at keeping the dance floor occupied all night."
11.24.06Jeff and Jessica G
"You did a fabulous job...we will be sure to recommend you to our friends!"
11.25.06Kim and Chris C
"We are so happy on how well everything went. And thank you for all your hard work and for making the evening so awesome! And for putting up with all the
crazy requests! We for sure will refer you to anyone we know that needs a DJ....as you know just about everyone is getting married this year...
11.11.06Kari and Steve P
"We wanted to say Thank You for everything you did for us and our wedding. It was greatly appreciated that you came out to Elmhurst for a meeting, put up with all my phone calls and emails, and met for a couple of meetings. It helped us (me) be more relaxed about the day.
The day was absolutely perfect. The sound at the ceremony and reception was great. Plus, the guests complimented the music all night and to this day. Thank you again, you will come highly recommended from us.
Sincerely,"
06.10.06Greg and Kim P
"Thank you so much for a wonderful job last night. Everyone had such a great time and you received many compliments throughout the evening. Dan and I enjoyed the night and we thank you so much for your services and your" highly professional attitude towards what you do. You exceeded our expectations. Thank you so much."
09.30.06Mr. & Mrs. Daniel H
"Marty, Thank you for the amazing job you did with our wedding. You absolutely made our reception. I have never been to a reception where everyone had so much fun, and I was glad it was mine where that happened. You’re truly amazing, one of a kind, and I and everyone had nothing but great things to say about you and your services."
8.12.06Craig G
“Mike did a great job. We had several guests say that he was the best DJ they've ever seen. We definitely agree. Everyone danced the whole night (all age ranges) and we thought the whole night was a blast.”
6.17.06
Julie and Scott
"I wanted to thank you for doing such a fabulous job at Peter's and my wedding. Everyone commented on how great the music was and I was so thrilled the dancing didn't stop to the very end. Thanks again, Mike! I'll be sure to recommend you!!"
4.29.06Denise and Peter M
“Thanks again for making our wedding so special!! We really appreciate all of the extra lengths that you went to for us and our guests.”
Jim and Heidi
“Thank you for your kindness during the planning process. Thank you also for being a BIG part of our special day! You did an amazing job!!!! Thank you so much for literally making my wedding a hit!
Your Biggest Fans,”Erin and Darren
" We just wanted to send a short e-mail to thank you for doing such a wonderful job at our wedding this past weekend. We were so happy to hear our songs at the ceremony and you did a great job of keeping them soft enough so that our officiant could still be heard. Everything turned our nicely there. Your music choices during cocktails and dinner were great too. Dan and I were both very happy the whole night through. The dancing music was wonderful…"
Krystal and Dan W
“Thank you for doing such a great job at our wedding! All of our guests (including ourselves) had a wonderful time dancing at the reception! We have gotten many compliments about the music that was played and the songs that were picked! We appreciate you having such an organized website to place song requests and planning items……… .You had much insight into what the crowd would go for! You were also very flexible with last minute changes like our first dance song switch and grandmothers wanting to be announced – way to keep your cool! We were highly impressed with the passion you brought to the job, the customer service you provided throughout the year before, and the results of your hard work – thanks for a great night! We would highly recommend you to anyone (don’t hesitate to ask) …. “
Chris and Kimberly
“Thank you so much for everything! We really can’t thank you enough for taking such excellent care of us!"
Christy and Mike
“It was such a pleasure to meet you and have you at our wedding. We could not have chosen a better match for our taste.”
Nicole and Nathan
“Thank you so much for providing great music for our wedding! We have received a number of compliments and can contribute our guests’ enjoyment to your entertainment, you do a fabulous job and you helped make our wedding day a perfect event!”
Shawn and Tracy
"Thank you so much for providing DJ services for Sandy and Bob’s wedding at Fisherman’s Inn October 8th. Everyone had a great time – you kept everybody moving! Thanks again!"
Kathy P (Mother of the Bride)
“Thank you for all your help with the wedding. You got us a wonderful deal on an awesome DJ and you made a beautiful song that we will remember forever. You helped us make a lot of wonderful memories.
Thank You,”Brad and Trish
“We wanted to THANK YOU for making our wedding so memorable. We are so glad that you kept our guests on the dance floor with fantastic music and your professional manner - as we first told you, one of our fears with a small wedding and a number of single guests attending we were worried that Robin and I would be the only ones on the dance floor and that our guests would leave early. But our friends stayed and everyone commented on how great the music was - even Robin's parents (who have never danced) got up and danced because they said the DJ played great music. You were so prompt, professional and easy to work with - we are definitely going to be recommending you to anyone that needs a DJ.”
Sarah and Robin
“Thank you so much for all you did for NEDSRA and it’s participants at the Holiday Dance. They had a blast! You guys made their holiday season truly special. We hope to work with you more in the future. Happy Holidays!”
Beth
"......Mike is a great D.J.! He played exactly what my guests wanted to hear and kept me and my guests out on the dance floor all night.........."
Jodi P.
“You were absolutely incredible on Saturday. I can’t thank you enough! The party would have been a real dud without your talents! Hope to have you again at our next party!”
Darcy - Monte Vista Apts.
"...........Mike's energy applies to all ages. He brings people from every age range to the dance floor to have a great time. By the end of the night nobody wanted the music to end. We would recommend Mike to anyone. Thanks for a great time!"
Lori and Ryan P.
".........I am still getting tons of compliments about your services. I would strongly recommend MikeD to anyone. When I first talked to him, he sent me a list of popular wedding songs. My wife and I were supposed to pick songs from this list to be played at our wedding. Well, through all of the planning of our wedding, we kept putting this off and eventually failed to hand anything in except our "first dance" song. MikeD assured me not to worry and that he would play something to please everybody. And please everybody he did! I can't think of one instance the dance floor was empty. He did an outstanding job. I must of thanked him a dozen times throughout the night. It just goes to show you that he has the knack to survey the crowd and play what he thinks will work for that particular audience-that is what defines a good dj. MikeD was our Master of Ceremony as well. Again, another stellar performance. He really got the crowd going when he introduced "the new Mr.and Mrs.Michael Larson".........."
Mike and Trish L.
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