Our Wedding DJ’s Service most of regional and rural Victoria
James Ellis A Dynamic DJ MC
A Unique DJ and MC Experience Like No Other
As a seasoned DJ and Master of Ceremonies (MC), James brings a unique blend of energy, charisma, and professionalism to every wedding celebration. His mission is to ensure that your guests are entertained and fully immersed in the festivities from start to finish.
Engaging with Your Guests
One of the key elements of a successful event is the connection between the MC and the guests. James prides himself on their ability to engage with your guests, creating an atmosphere of warmth and excitement. From the moment they walk in, James make it a point to greet them with a friendly smile and engaging conversation, setting the tone for an enjoyable experience.
Immersing in Your Family and Friends
Every event has its unique blend of personalities, and James take the time to understand the dynamics of your group. by asking for photos of your most important family and friends By immersing myself in your family and friends, I can tailor my approach to ensure everyone feels included and valued. Whether it’s learning about inside jokes, special traditions, or key milestones, I incorporate these elements into my role as an MC to create a personalised and memorable event.
Reading the Crowd
A great MC knows how to read the room and adjust the energy accordingly. I constantly monitor the crowd’s reactions and adjust my approach to keep the momentum going. Whether it’s ramping up the energy with a lively countdown with everyone for the cake cutting or slowing things down for a heartfelt moment, I ensure that the event flows smoothly and that everyone is having a great time.
Incorporating Humour
Laughter is a universal language, and I love to incorporate humour into my MC duties when appropriate. My style is always tasteful and considerate, ensuring that jokes are inclusive and enhance the overall mood. Whether it’s a light-hearted comment to break the ice or a funny anecdote to keep the atmosphere lively, my goal is to keep your guests smiling and entertained.
Support Throughout the Event
As your MC, I am there for you throughout the entire event, providing support and addressing any last-minute changes or issues that may arise. My calm and professional demeanour ensures that everything runs smoothly, allowing you to relax and enjoy the celebration with confidence.
An Adopted Relative for the Evening
When you choose us, you’re not just hiring a DJ and MC; you’re gaining a person who genuinely cares about making your event a success. I take pride in being a part of your special day and am dedicated to delivering an experience that exceeds your expectations.
Why choose Only DJ’s for your Regional Wedding DJ hire?
- Our DJ’s are all fully vaccinated.
- We have a 5-Star Google rating. If our past clients love us, you will too!
- You will be booking Victoria best regional wedding DJ’s, who will ROCK the dance floor.
- You can have a pre-wedding meeting with the business owner and head DJ at no extra charge. (Optional)
- We will answer your emails or calls within 2 business hours.
- You get the best all in one wedding rural DJ package in Victoria, we include everything you need.
- We have live tracking so you will know our ETA and see exactly where we are on the day.
- Every console we use is made up of the same speakers, lights and music collection. Consistency is key for a Great Experience!
- We have onsite downloading for last-minute requests.
- We have a collection of 90,000 songs.
- MC duties can be included on request.
- All bookings come with free set-up included in the price.
- Unlimited email & phone call support.
‘James was so great! He created such a great fun atmosphere for our wedding where everyone honestly had a blast, the dance floor was full and everyone commented on how good the music was. Honestly cannot recommend him highly enough. He was also super helpful and easy to deal with through the entire planning phase with heaps of great ideas and advice!’ – Caitlyn Tiley Google Review Ballarat Bride
LIMITED TIME OFFER DJ & Photobooth Deals from $1990
iPad Photo Booth & Regional Victoria Wedding DJ Melbourne
We are delighted to announce a special offer with our DJ hire services.
For a limited time, we are offering our iPad booths with a wedding DJ at a phenomenal rate.
We are excited to provide you with a wedding DJ & iPad photo booth starting at $1990, terms & exclusions apply. Excludes delivery &/or accommodation. Please see our Terms & Conditions for further information.
What comes with our Wedding DJ & iPad Photo booth?
- Props
- Prints
- Digital copies
- SMS feature
- Free set up
- Gifs (optional)
- Boomerangs (optional)
Budget friendly Digital iPad
If you are on a budget but would still like a photo booth and DJ service we can provide you with a digital photo booth which includes:
- Props
- Digital copies
- SMS feature
- Gifs (optional)
- Boomerangs (optional)
Add Turntablism to your Rural DJ MC service
Would you like to have your wedding DJ spin tunes on turntables? You now can!
We are now providing Turntables on request pending availability for events. We can rock your night and put on a show whilst using our turntables.
We do have a surcharge for providing this awesome old school true DJ service that starts at $295.
Why do we charge extra for Turntables?
Djing on turntables takes more skill than your average DJ has. To beatmatch and get the timing right is an artform. It takes finesse to master mixing with turtnables which means you will be getting the very best in entertainment.
When DJing with Turntables it does add a lot of time to set them up and to calibrate them accordingly.
‘Choosing a DJ for our wedding proved to be more difficult than we thought, but over and over James from Only DJs was brought up. We couldn’t be happier with the decision we made to have James provide our wedding entertainment! He was professional throughout the whole process, and always made us feel looked after and excited for the day! He really considered what type of wedding we wanted and tailored it perfectly to the event. He provided us with a run down sheet too which was amazing! On the night the music flowed perfectly and everyone was always on the dance floor. Please, if you’re unsure on whether to choose only djs for your next event, do yourself a favour and go with it! Thanks so much James!’ Shannon Yarra Valley Groom Google review
REGIONAL VICTORIA WEDDING DJ MC SERVICES
At Only DJs, we pride ourselves on being the best rural wedding Dj MC. Our Google reviews back these claims and we always pack the dancefloor.
All of our wedding DJ’s are highly experienced and know how to read a crowd. We have performed for over 1000 events since we first started in 2003.
Our approach for any wedding is to go in with the mindset ‘we are there for you’. We want to play the music that matters to you!
It is your special day and we will do whatever you need to make sure your day flows smoothly and is amazing.
Our job is to work off your music preferences and play other songs that will complement them.
Our fees will include the cost of a basic 3 star accomodation, arrange by us and a drive out fee with a surcharge for our time to get there and back.
Tenille ChamclamJames was excellent from initial enquiry right through to pack up on the night. Professional, attentive and set a great mood for my daughter’s party. The quality of the equipment and sound was of a very high standard, we were in safe hands with James on the decks!! Thanks James will definitely have you back for our next event.Zey AkgulWhen I first contacted Only DJ’s, I expected a response to my query the next day at the earliest. Especially considering the hour I sent it in. Instead, I got a response in minutes.Thinking the speed of responses would be a novelty since I was a new client, my surprise at ongoing extremely quick turnaround was immense!James had been incredibly helpful, very quick in acknowledgment and diligent with his follow ups. The DJ of our night, Steven, was a godsend; he had such high energy and positive, easy going vibes, that it set the tone for the music, the dance floor and eventually our night.Both me and my partner had been extremely happy with our selection, and grateful that we came across these guys.I can, with ease of heart, highly recommend them.✨Stavy Kouppa-SpiridisOnly DJ'S Melbourne is absolutely amazing. The entire night was packed with a lot of dancing and great music. James was polished and professional. James has great passion and talent throughoutdaniel hastingsHaving James help DJ and MC our wedding was an awesome experience. He really helped warm up the crowd and get them involved with all the activities we had organised. He is very organised making the entire process a breeze organising. Was an immense pleasure having him part of our special day.Vladislav MakarenkoHighly recommend this service! James was awesome, approached people asking for song requests and overall very friendly!Ebony TetlowWe had James as both our MC and DJ and he was amazing!! Very easy booking process and James was so fast at responding to any questions we had. He bought great vibes and knew how to engage the crowd. Can’t thank you enough James!!Elijah BenCan't recommend Only DJ's high enough! James was super friendly and just an excellent DJ who knew exactly what to doBeth HamJames was great as our wedding DJ.He continually checked in through the night and read the vibe of the room and was able to adjust to what we and our guests wanted over the night.Super friendly and very strong communication.Thanks so much JamesDimitri PantopolisJames has again expertly transformed another party with his experience and professionalism. It was a very easy process to book with him and he went out of his way to make the event memorable. The added dry ice and photo booth really engaged everyone and I'll be booking again as soon as I have another one!Maddi MasonJames was the MC and DJ for our wedding at Dromana Estate in May 2024. We couldn't recommend James more!! We had a modern Greek-Australian wedding and James ticked all the boxes! As an MC, James was funny, engaging and kept the vibe light hearted throughout the evening. As a DJ James took the time to speak with us leading up to our wedding and played all our favourite songs plus got all our guests involved with some traditional Greek dancing and plate smashing! It was the most perfect evening and my husband and I couldn't recommend Only DJ's more. Every interaction we had with James was easy, keeping our minds at ease the whole time! Thank you!!Eleni BWe were fortunate to have James as our DJ and MC for our wedding. Not only did he go above, but he also did an amazing job of engaging the crowd, making the night both fun and memorable. Thank you, James, for your efforts and meticulous attention to detailEllie OsianlisHuge thank you to James Ellis for being an incredible MC and DJ for our wedding. James was very accomodating- checking in with us throughout the night to ensure we were happy with the music/vibe, and making sure everyone was having a good time. Very professional throughout the whole process and was very easy to communicate with.Ash BalassoneWe hired DJ James to play music and provide a photobooth for our Year 10 Formal and it was the best decision ever. Our students and staff had the best time and did not leave the dance floor all night. The photobooth was also perfect and provided us with printed photos as well as GIFs that we could send to ourselves. It was absolutely perfect and we would book the services of Only DJs again in a heartbeat!Nicole GuyJames absolutely saved our event! He jumped in with less than 24 hours notice and absolutely made the night. The event was for a school formal and James had the kids dancing all night long. He was extremely professional and communicative. Thank you so much James, we will definitely be utilizing your services in the future.Jeremy IredaleJames DJ'd and MC'd at our wedding last night. His communication with us from the very beginning was absolutely impeccable.As an MC, he did a 5 star job, perfectly coordinating our night!As a DJ, we gave him the tough challenge of "read the crowd" and he definitely kept the party going all night long!Thank you so much James! It was a pleasure to have you at our wedding!chris ohareCan’t rate James and only dj’s highly enough totally professional throughout the whole experience James was flexible with our timings and delivered exceptional dj and MC service throughout the evening top notch !Kyriacos PantopolisJames was a wonderful djmc for my son's wedding his fun antics really made the night as an MC and made it unforgettable we danced All night Long thank you again JamesAlexei MitnovetskiJust did a wedding with James. He was helpful and very responsive during the whole preparations stage. When we wanted to change plans last minute or during the event itself, he was very flexible and made sure we were looked after. Great experience. Thank you James for making my night so memorable!Melanie WilsonGreat service, professional set up and perfect party games host. We loved the selfie booth too! James was absolutely fantasticToula FragkosThank you James!!...you had the dance floor full all night at my daughters 21st party and it was a pleasure dealing with you from the booking process right to the end of night.👏👏🙂Natalie TA massive thankyou to James for being the most organised, approachable DJ/MC there is. Anything we needed leading up to our big day, James was there and had our back. His DJ/MC skills are a absolute 10/10!!! We would highly recommend having James as your DJ/MC, he definitely will not let you down!Amy OngJames was our wedding MC & DJ. He was very helpful and responsive to our emails/texts. Everything was executed perfectly despite some very last minute changes. Thank you for a fun & memorable wedding!Jordyn CoyneJames was an amazing MC/DJ for our wedding, he always checked up to make sure everything was what we wanted, adjusted the plan if anything changed. He brought great vibes aswell, always keeping everyone entertained and having a great choice of music / when to play what songs at the right moment. Highly recommend for any event!Theo DimitriuJames was our DJ and MC for our wedding and we could not be happier. The entire reception ran smoothly and the dance floor was always full of people enjoying themselves. Highly recommended and will absolutely reach out to him again if a DJ and MC is needed.In the lead up to the wedding, James was fantastic. He responded quickly to all our questions, gave us suggestions on how to make things run smoothly and really understood what we wanted and made it happen.During the reception, he guided us through the different formalities which was so appreciated (we were so nervous) and throughout the night he was able to read the room and make small adjustments to keep a nice flow of events. We really appreciated the small things he did, for example before speeches he made sure the tables looked clean, glasses were topped up for toasts, he made sure bridal party were ready and he made nervous speakers feel comfortable and supported to make speeches.We cannot recommend James highly enough. If you are looking for a DJ and MC who will make your event an unforgettable night, look no further.George GramneaGreat service provider and very professionalNikita SGood Dj service. Ticked all the boxes. Our night was magical with the music/ effects and photobooth. Thank you James. Highly recommend.Stephanie AxiaqWe recently hired Only Djs (jacob) for our family event, and they were fantastic! From start to finish, they created a lively atmosphere that had everyone dancing and enjoying themselves. Jacob was professional, easy to work with, and understood the vibe we were aiming for. They kept a great mix of songs that appealed to all ages, even taking requests on the spot and adapting seamlessly to the crowd’s energy. Our guests couldn’t stop raving about the music, and it added a wonderful, memorable touch to our celebration. Highly recommend for any event where you want a fun, engaging DJ!Ashley ChrisanthopoulosWe can’t thank James enough for making our wedding so memorable. James did everything we asked, constantly checked in on us through the night, was attentive, read and engaged the crowd. Thank you James for everything 🙏🏼Kerri ParkerJames DJ’d for a large school event with over 230 students and I thought at the time he was fantastic. His music choices and openness to requests was excellent. It was the following school day when the students commented how good the music was that I knew I needed to lock James in for future events. I would recommend him if you are looking to entertain a crowd of any size.Hannah CapsalisHighly highly highly recommend James. From the very moment I enquired with him he went above and beyond. Replying always within a few hours the communication being so consistent led to me being a less stressed bride. Throughout our wedding reception as our DJ and MC he read the crowd perfectly ensuring everyone was enjoying the night, he regularly checked in with me the bride to make sure I was happy with everything too. The biggest stand out was how well he read the room and his expertise allowed us to have the reception of our dreams. So many guests complimented the layout of our reception which was guided by James.Also a special shoutout to the amazing setup he did as well, the equipment looked so gorgeous in the stunning room at Vogue Ballroom.Karlee PatersonJames was absolutely fantastic! From the initial contact all the way through to the event, James was extremely wonderful to communicate with. James gave us the very vibe we were looking for on our wedding night and really helped make it as magical as it was. Would recommend James to anyone! Thank you so much for making it such a perfect evening!Emily MagriWow where to even start! We are incredibly grateful for choosing James as our DJ & MC for our wedding. From the very start communication from James has been phenomenal to say the least. The atmosphere he brought to our special day was amazing and so many of our guests are still raving about him and our Photo Booth. If you're looking for someone who knows how to bring the vibes and read the room then we HIGHLY recommend Only DJ’s Melbourne for your next event !! You will not be disappointed 😁Angelina SpiropoulosWe hired Only DJ's Melbourne for our event, and they absolutely exceeded our expectations! The music selection was perfect, keeping the energy high and the dance floor packed all night. They read the crowd perfectly and played the right songs at the right moments.Super professional, easy to work with, and truly talented at what they do. If you're looking for a DJ who will make your event unforgettable, James is the one! Highly recommend it and will definitely book again!Samantha WeirWe used James for a family fun day and he was brilliant! The service was fantastic, and the music was perfect for what we needed. No request was too difficult. Would definitely use again, and recommend to others.Chris AthaWe had the absolute best experience with James from Only DJ’s Melbourne! From start to finish, he was professional, organised, and an absolute joy to work with. As our DJ and MC, he kept the night running smoothly, read the crowd perfectly, and had everyone on the dance floor all night! The photo booth was also a huge hit with our guests, adding so much fun to the night. James’ attention to detail and energy made our wedding unforgettable. We can’t recommend him highly enough—thank you for making our special day amazing!Helen ZhaoJames was great and even helped us control a very rowdy and difficult crowd. Very grateful for James DJ service at such short notice. Highly recommend him!Dimitrios PsyllosI've seen James in action a number of times and he never fails to live up to the moment. His countless 5 star reviews do little justice as he is a true professional through and through. From his end to end communication, attention to detail and general enthusiasm to the role, Only DJ'S delivers a second to none service. Don't hesitate, make your booking today, Only DJ'S never disappoint. Thank you James!Justin DurrantJames was amazing, he knows his stuff, our wedding ceremony run smoothly and the reception so much more run. Great organisation and professionalism.Nathan ElliottWe couldn’t have asked for a better experience with James! From day one, his communication was top-notch, and his pricing was very reasonable for the quality of service provided. He went above and beyond by also serving as our MC, making our wedding night even more memorable. His energy and professionalism really made the event shine. Highly recommend him for anyone looking for an unforgettable wedding experience!Adam SabinJames was a professional host and very good at his job. He was accommodating and blended with the genre chosen. He had everyone dancing and thoroughly enjoying the night. Thanks JamesPaps ManikhotThank you James for weaving your DJ magic for 50th. You got the crowd going and listened to what we wanted. Highly recommended.Paula B.Recently had James DJ at our wedding, couldn't have asked for a smoother experience!! Great communication and flexible with our requests on the day. Thank you James for your professionalism!Peter ConstantinouBest experienced DJ, highly recommended!Eug SkiBest wedding DJ in Melbourne! Highly recommend the team at Only DJ's Melbourne, they rocked our night!Alex MinoaleVery professional and amazing attitude. Great music mixes and sound quality. Read the room perfectly and played the most appropriate music. Love your work James!Konstantina KolovourisJames was the DJ at my engagement party and went above and beyond in all aspects, communication was very important to me and he was very communicative and supportive! James created a great atmosphere and I could tell how much he cares about his job, his attention to detail is incredibleJames TippingJames recent did our wedding on the 26/4/24 and was amazing from start to finish. From the communication, organisation, DJ and MC skills we couldn't be more impressed. He reads the room and plays exactly what gets the guests up and dancing. He kept us updated with the flow of the night and ee would highly recommend him in an instant. Thankyou James for making our night unforgettable not just for us but everyone who attended.Liz MeletiouGreat night! It was a lot of fun! Thank you!Camille GonzalesJames was a great MC and an asset to our wedding
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‘James was absolutely amazing! Professional with high attention to detail. He made the process stress free and responded to queries immediately. Thank you!’ – Google Review – Daylesford Bride
At Only DJs, we pride ourselves on being the best wedding Dj MC in rural victoria. We offer our Wedding DJ MC services throughout most of rural victoria including but not limited to, Daylesford, Ballarat, Geelong, Port Arlington, Sorrento, Rye, King Lake & many more local regions.
Rural brides can now be confident in receiving the same level of quality Wedding DJ MC that Melbourne brides experience.
Our Google reviews back these claims and we always pack the dancefloor.
All of our wedding DJ’s are highly experienced and know how to read a crowd. We have performed for over 1000 events since we first started in 2003.
Our approach for any wedding is to go in with the mindset ‘we are there for you’. We want to play the music that matters to you!
It is your special day and we will do whatever you need to make sure your day flows smoothly and is amazing.
Our job is to work off your music preferences and play other songs that will complement them.
‘James was absolutely amazing! Professional with high attention to detail. He made the process stress free and responded to queries immediately. Thank you!’ – Lang Sim Daylesford Bride Google review
‘We had James DJ our wedding and I highly recommend him! He was immediately very responsive, answered all my questions and worked with us to create the perfect vibe for our day. He did our ceremony and reception and both were absolutely fantastic. He reads the room and sets the tone of the event perfectly.’ Erin Spragg Yarra Valley Bride Google review
Why is a rural wedding DJ a better entertainment option than a wedding band?
- A wedding DJ has access to thousands of songs and can easily play any song title the couple or guests wish for.
- Wedding DJ’s do not take breaks and can play for the length of the reception without any interruption.
- Wedding DJ’s are thousands of dollars cheaper than the alternative option.
- Wedding DJ’s can provide you with professional-grade lighting fixtures and many other add-ons that you might require. You will not have to contact multiple vendors to get what is needed.
- A DJ doesn’t require a large area to set up, whereas a wedding band does take up a substantial amount of space.
- With COVID restrictions a DJ is only considered 1 person whereas as wedding band consists of all members.
- A DJ can play any request and rock the dance floor all night. A wedding band is dependent on the songs they know.
It is a very special day, so important to remember that your wedding DJ MC has a major responsibility to structure your wedding reception to meet the timeframe of your run sheet.
We will work with you, your videographers, the venue, photographers, your MC and everyone else in between to make sure everything stays on time.