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DJ · PRODUCER · WEDDING HOST

DJ Mike James

Your music. Your moment.

Creative mixing, familiar favourites and a few unexpected twists. Mike brings over 25 years of experience to weddings, celebrations and corporate events — with the music and atmosphere shaped around you.

Based in Chester, Cheshire · UK & Destination Events

DJ Mike James smiling behind the decks, framed by blue-lit effects
BEHIND THE DECKSDJ MIKE JAMES
25+ Years
Weddings & Events
Open Format
Music across genres
DJ & Host
Day Time to Party Time

THE PERSON BEHIND THE PARTY

A familiar favourite.
An unexpected twist.

Mike James mixing music with headphones on
DJ Mike JamesDJ, PRODUCER & HOST

Mike’s approach starts with the people in the room. As an open-format DJ, he mixes across genres and generations, bringing together the songs you love with choices that respond to your guests and the mood of the night.

Expect classics, creative transitions and fresh takes on familiar tracks. Mike also produces his own remixes and mashups, adding a personal touch to the music.

Behind the microphone, the approach is just as personal. From wedding introductions to moments of interaction, Mike works with you to find the right balance for your celebration.

GET A FEEL FOR THE MUSIC

A little of Mike’s style.

Explore Mike’s mixes, then tell us about the tracks, genres and moments you’d love at your own event.

LISTEN ON MIXCLOUD

YOUR DAY. YOUR WAY.

From the first welcome
to the final song.

Choose the parts of your wedding you’d like Mike to be involved in. Timings, music, hosting and equipment are discussed around your plans.

Evening Wedding DJ

For the party that brings everyone together. Music and hosting for your evening reception, from the first dance to your final song.

  • Music tailored to you and your guests
  • First dance & evening announcements
  • Professional sound & lighting

Daytime Wedding Host

From your ceremony through to the end of the wedding breakfast. A daytime option if you have separate evening entertainment.

  • Ceremony & background music
  • Introductions & speech microphones
  • Optional games & interaction

All-Day Host & DJ

One familiar face through the day and into the evening. Combine daytime hosting with Mike’s evening DJ service.

  • Daytime music & hosting
  • A planned transition into the evening
  • Evening DJ, sound & lighting

Birthdays, Private Parties
& Corporate Celebrations.

Mike also DJs for private and corporate events. Tell us about your guests, venue and the atmosphere you have in mind, and we’ll discuss a suitable setup and personal quote.

Newlyweds celebrating with their guests beneath a shower of confetti

THE PLANNING MATTERS TOO

Personal from
the very first conversation.

  1. Tell Mike what matters

    Talk through your plans, musical tastes and the kind of atmosphere you want. Planning can take place in person, by phone or by video call.

  2. Make the music yours

    Use the online planning portal for must-play songs, do-not-play choices, guest requests and your event timeline.

  3. Bring the details together

    Agree the key moments and your preferred level of hosting and interaction, so the celebration feels like you.

IN THEIR OWN WORDS

Good Times.
Lovely feedback.

“We hired Mike to be the DJ at our wedding, from start to finish Mike was incredibly helpful, listened to all our requests and had everyone up dancing from start to finish. Would highly recommend.”

Kelly WilliamsWedding · Google review

“Mike did my 40th Birthday party. Excellent communication prior to the party. Very friendly & accommodating throughout the night. Dance floor was always full & everybody enjoyed the night.”

Claire Nuttall40th birthday · Google review excerpt

A FEW USEFUL DETAILS

Before the
first song.

Can we choose the music?

Yes. Mike’s planning portal lets you share must-play songs, tell him what you don’t want and manage guest requests. He uses your preferences alongside reading the room on the night.

Can Mike host our daytime wedding?

Yes. Daytime hosting can cover your ceremony through to the end of the wedding breakfast, including music, introductions and speech microphones. Add the evening DJ service for full-day coverage, with the details agreed in your quote.

Can Mike work with other performers?

Yes. Mike works alongside sax players, singers and bands. Tell us who you have booked, or what you’re considering, so we can discuss how the performances fit together.

How much does it cost to book Mike?

Quotes are tailored to your date, location, timings and equipment requirements. Use the enquiry button to tell us your plans and request Mike. We’ll confirm his availability and provide a personal quote.

Can we add lighting or first-dance effects?

Yes. Explore ESD’s Event Extras for venue lighting, dance floors, photo pods and more. We’ll help you choose suitable options; effects are subject to venue approval.

LET’S MAKE IT YOURS

Your celebration.
Mike on the decks.

Tell us your date, venue and a little about your event. We’ll check Mike’s availability and take it from there.

ENQUIRE ABOUT MIKE

Personal quotes · Subject to availability