A Day You’ll Remember
We make it our mission to get to know each client personally, which helps us achieve perfection in designing and planning your event
There’s a reason Paul Michaels Events, a top DJ company in Chicago, has received dozens of awards from Wedding Wire. That reason? We’ve always offered a “boutique approach” to entertainment.
Unlike the larger multi-operational DJ companies who emphasize booking as many clients as possible, we focus on getting to know each client personally, and invest time in helping you design and plan each event to perfection.
The “cookie cutter” approach is outdated. Our DJs employ a different, more personable approach we know our clients appreciate. And after more than 10 years of entertaining hundreds of people, we know this approach works.
How is our Boutique Approach Different than that of other Chicago DJ Companies?
We handpick our DJs for your event based on your specified preferences and tastes. By doing that, we ensure that your DJ are an excellent fit for you and your event.
Our Guarantee: The DJ whose name is on your contract will be the DJ at your event.
Our 5-Star Chicago DJs
Paul Michaels
Company Founder & DJ / Emcee
Event Specializations: Weddings, Bar/Bat Mitzvahs, School Dances - DJing for 14 Years
Award-winning DJ Paul Michaels (Top 5 in Chicagoland!) has over 14 years of professional experience in the events industry, and has DJ’d 100s of weddings and events at a wide range of venues. Paul Michaels has a few years working the nightlife under his belt (clubs and bars), and utilizes this background to give a special spin to his private events. He works with every client to give them the personal touch their event needs to make for an unforgettable event!
Shannon
DJ / Emcee
Event Specialties: Weddings, Private Parties, Corporate Events, School Dances
Shannon loves music so much, “it’s like a second part of me!” he has said.
That passion translates into Shannon’s work at events! Having preformed at TONS of local bars on Chicago’s north side, behind the turntables is where he feels most at home. When he is not at your local bar you can find him on one of the cruise ships at Navy Pier making sure people are having a memorable time. There is no genre that Shannon is afraid to explore, but his specialty is top 40/current hits, and early 2000’s throwbacks and wedding classics!
Shannon will be sure to rock your upcoming event!
Marc
DJ / Emcee
Event Specialties: Private Parties, Corporate Events, School Dances, Weddings - Fluent in Spanish
Marc enjoys music of all genres and backgrounds. Marc, along with all Paul Michaels Events DJs has an extensive collection of music for any occasion. Marc has DJed at venues across the countries for various clubs, corporate events, fundraisers, and other social events ranging in size from 50 to 10,000 people!
Marc is bilingual in English and Spanish and is a fantastic MC!
Jay
DJ / Emcee
Event Specializations: Weddings, Corporate Events, Bars/Clubs, School Dances, Private Parties
Jay, or ‘DJ Speed’ is a well known name in the Chicagoland DJ scene. He got his start at B96 Chicago (Radio Station – WBBM), and has since spun at nightclubs throughout the city and suburbs. He has worked with Pioneer Electronics and has toured around the world mixing music videos along with pop culture stars from TV shows and movies.
Jay has previously opened for artists like: David Guetta, Bruno Mars, Jay Z, Beyoncé, Lady Gaga, Lil Yachty, Ludacris and many more.
Brian
DJ / Emcee
Event Specializations: Weddings, Private Parties, Corporate Events, School Dances, Club/Bar Events
DJ Brian has been an Open Format DJ in the Chicagoland area since 2015. His journey began while he was a music student in college, intrigued by the art itself and constantly influenced by many different genres. Since then he has gone on to perform in a variety of events and venues including school dances, weddings, nightclubs, and even concerts. As someone in their early 20’s, he’s always looking to bring a fun young energy to every event and always gain new experiences.
Trois
DJ
Event Specialties: Private Parties, Corporate Events, Bars/Clubs, School Dances, Weddings
DJ Trois is a Chicago native who started DJing at the age of 7. Trois initially gained an affinity for music by being introduced to early Motown hits and House Music during his upbringing, and from that point on his horizons have only broadened. His love for music influences his sets for a unique blend that can rock any crowd. His other interests include break dancing and music production. DJ Trois’ signature genres are Top 40, EDM, and Hip Hop.
Jamie
Office Staff and Dance Floor Motivator
Event Specialties: Weddings, Bar/Bat Mitzvahs
Jamie has been a part of the Paul Michaels Events team since 2018. Jamie works in our office, chatting with prospective clients, and also works as a dance floor motivator for Bar and Bat Mitzvahs. Jamie is originally from the suburbs of Philadelphia where she worked for a DJ company throughout high school!
Terry
DJ / Emcee
Event Specializations: Weddings, Private Parties, Bar/Bat Mitzvahs, Corporate Events
Terry has been a DJ for 11 years. During his DJ career, he’s worked in the Midwest and West coast, covering a wide variety of events. His experience in television production and talent as an emcee, dancer, and entertainer makes him an indispensable advisor during the planning stage. He truly is the complete package for weddings and private events.
Ian
DJ / Emcee
Event Specializations: Weddings, Private Events, Sweet 16s
Ian has a unique approach to DJing: He believes it’s much more than just playing music. It’s about the audience experience. Unity. And still, never forgetting to have fun. As an actor, comedian, and viral-dance creator, Ian approaches the craft of DJing through the lens of an entertainer. With years of experience DJing weddings, birthdays, blacklight parties, and more, if it’s fun you’re looking for, Ian is ready to bring it to your event!
Tim
DJ / Emcee
Event Specializations: Weddings, Bars, Private Parties, Corporate Events
DJ Tim has been working as a DJ specializing in private events and weddings for 20 years. He’s performed at more than 600 mobile events! Tim also holds multiple residencies as a country DJ at bars around the Chicagoland area. But he also loves constantly adding to his extensive experience as an open-format and top 40 DJ as well. As with all our DJs, Tim is an expert crowd reader, and the crowded dance floor is a reflection of his expert abilities.
Ryan
DJ / Emcee
Event Specializations: Weddings, Private Parties, Corporate Events, School Dances, Club/Bar Events
Ryan is an open-format DJ who specializes in Mobile DJ Services. (He can show up to “empty” events, where he’ll bring all the gear himself, making him a one-man party!) He has been providing musical entertainment at weddings, school dances, and corporate venues as well as club events for more than 15 years. Well versed in everything from Top 40, oldies, rock, hip hop, to pop, and a wide variety of house and trap music, Ryan can keep the crowd moving all night!
Lane
DJ / Emcee
Event Specialties: Private Parties, Corporate Events, School Dances - DJing for 18 years
Lane has been DJing mobile events such as weddings, Bar and Bat Mitzvahs, and corporate events for over 18 years. He’s got a strong background in Chicago nightlife, and always stays current with popular music and trends.
How The Paul Michaels Events Process Works
First, We Meet
We set up a time for either an in-person meeting at a local coffee shop, or we can meet via Video Chat or a phone call. The choice is yours!
Then, We Lock It Down
Once you decide to book our DJ company, we’ll send you a contract, which can be signed instantly online or from a mobile device.
Now, We Pick Your DJ
Once we check the availability of our awesome DJs, we’ll help you pick a DJ best suited to your style and taste.
Then the planning begins!
After booking, we meet to set up your Event Planning account on our website, and discuss the order of events for your special night. That’s it!
Past Clients Love Us
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Paul was amazing! He was really organized and helped keep us in schedule. We added some Ukrainian ethnic traditions to our reception and Paul nailed everything we asked him. ... read more 
Michael T.Our experience was amazing from the initial meeting with Paul to our wedding reception with our DJ Brian. A month after our wedding and we’re still receiving compliments on... read more
Raquel E.Paul is the best DJ in the business! We hired Paul after attending a friend's wedding he was at. He keeps the dance floor full all night long because he... read more
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Paul is the best DJ in the business! We hired Paul after attending a friend's wedding he was at. He keeps the dance floor full all night long because he... read more
Katie B.Paul is the best DJ in the business! We hired Paul after attending a friend's wedding he was at. He keeps the dance floor full all night long because he... read more
Katie B.During the pandemic where there was so much uncertainty, the best decision we've made for our wedding has been to work with Paul Micheals Events DJ Company. With Paul Michaels... read more 
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During the pandemic where there was so much uncertainty, the best decision we've made for our wedding has been to work with Paul Micheals Events DJ Company. With Paul Michaels... read more
Michelle ..Paul was awesome. He really personalized the experience for our wedding. He was organized, punctual, energetic, polite to our guests and was amazing with our other vendors!
He even let the... read more 
Michael T.Paul Michaels Events We'd be silly not to give Paul Michaels Events a 5 star rating!
Paul and his company were an obvious choice for us after only one meeting. Paul is incredibly... read more Maddy N. -
We initially had our wedding planned for April 2020, but had to reschedule to October 2020, and then reschedule again to April 2021--damn you, COVID. Paul was more than flexible... read more
Brianna L.We initially had our wedding planned for April 2020, but had to reschedule to October 2020, and then reschedule again to April 2021--damn you, COVID. Paul was more than flexible... read more
Brianna L.We initially had our wedding planned for April 2020, but had to reschedule to October 2020, and then reschedule again to April 2021--damn you, COVID. Paul was more than flexible... read more
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We had an incredible experience using Paul Michaels Events for our wedding! Due to covid, our wedding plans changed many times, Paul was patient and understanding as we figured out... read more
Hannah D.Paul and his team were amazing helping us plan our wedding during Covid. We unfortunately had to change plans multiple times and they were open and upfront with us about... read more
JJ C.Great job with the DJ’ing my wife’s and my recent wedding. Rolled with the punches as Covid changed plans and ensured all of the important traditions and music were played.
Matthew H.