We couldn’t have asked for a better DJ and MC for our wedding! They were so easy to work with and made the entire process stress-free. We loved being able to customize our playlist and have the music reflect our style and vision for the day. They did an amazing job reading the room, keeping the energy just right, and making sure everyone had a great time on the dance floor. As our MC, they kept everything flowing smoothly and helped make the entire evening feel seamless. They truly played a huge part in making our wedding so special and memorable. We highly recommend them to anyone looking for a DJ and MC who are professional, accommodating, and know how to keep the party going!
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An open-format DJ with live saxophone, percussion and more performing over the set — the range of a DJ, the energy of a band.
Why the best dance floors are both
A DJ can play any song your guests could ask for, in any order, and read the room as it changes. A live band brings a presence no track has. The DJ-and-sax pairing is how Genesis gives you both: an open-format set with a saxophonist — and often a percussionist — performing live on top of it.
The result is a dance floor that feels like a concert without the limits of a set list: the hook of a song played live as the room sings it, a percussion break that lifts the floor, then straight back into the mix.
One set, layered live
Each element is planned with you and rehearsed as a unit.
Open-Format DJ
The foundation — every era, genre and culture, mixed to your crowd in real time.
Live Saxophone
Melodies and solos over the mix, on the songs that matter most.
Percussion
Congas and timbales locked to the DJ for the peak of the night.
MC & Timeline
A host — bilingual if you need one — keeps every moment on cue.
Rehearsed like a show, run like a wedding
Your DJ and musicians work from one plan: the entrance, the first dance, the songs you want played live, the moment the floor should peak. They rehearse those cues together, share one sound system tuned to your room, and follow one timeline with your MC.
On the night, it feels effortless — because everything that could be planned already was.
DJ and band, together
When the DJ and the musicians share one stage.
Build your ensemble
Add, subtract, or start somewhere else entirely.
What DJ + live sax costs
The pairing is priced as your DJ package plus the musicians you add — a saxophonist for the reception, percussion alongside, or both from cocktail hour onward. Sound, coordination and rehearsal are included.
Tell us your date, guest count and how you want the night to feel, and we will put together a tailored quote.
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4.9★ 195 Google Reviews We hired Damian and Genesis for our wedding, and they truly went above and beyond with all the bells and whistles! From our perfect GRAND ENTRANCE, they made every guest feel like a superstar. Everyone got to walk the red carpet and have their picture taken, and the photos made such a fun favor for everyone to take home. The vinyl photos of us on the doors were AMAZING, and the smoke machine for our first dance, along with our names shining on the dance floor, made every moment feel so special. Every little detail was perfect. And then there’s Damian! His attention to detail, professionalism, and that cute smile made everything even better. 😂 He made sure everything ran smoothly and helped make our wedding day absolutely perfect. I was so impressed that I recommended Damian to friends who were getting married at the same venue, Sand Castle — and he was just as spectacular! Damian emceed their wedding, and the energy, music, and entertainment had everyone on the dance floor ALL NIGHT. If you’re looking for someone who will make your event unforgettable and truly treat your guests like stars, I highly recommend Damian and Genesis! You will not be disappointed! ❤️
Read on GoogleGenesis Events was the ABSOLUTE BEST for our wedding at the Ravel Hotel! Damian was our MC and Yianni was our DJ, and they were both incredible. The team was so easy to work with. They set up calls, answered every question without hesitation, and used everything we put into the app. They exceeded our expectations in every way! No one sat down the entire wedding, and we are still hearing from guests about how amazing the music was! We couldn’t recommend Genesis Events more! All our love, Gia and Stephen
Read on GoogleWe cannot say enough amazing things about Genesis Events!! We had our wedding last night, and the music was absolutely INCREDIBLE! From start to finish, everything was exactly what we wanted and more. The dance floor was packed, and we had so many guests coming up to us throughout the night telling us how much they loved the music! DJ Ikonic was AMAZING! He knew exactly what to play to keep everyone dancing and the energy going all night long! MC Joseph was AWESOME too! He brought such great energy and made the entire night so much fun! A special thank you to Angelina for making the entire planning process so easy and stress-free! She listened to every little thing I had to say, answered all my questions, and truly made sure everything was exactly how we wanted it. I appreciated that more than she knows! The entire team truly went above and beyond to make our wedding night unforgettable. We couldn’t have asked for a better team, and we are so grateful! Thank you, Genesis Events, for making our wedding the BEST NIGHT EVER!! ❤️
Read on GoogleWe used Genesis for some rentals for our wedding and could not have been happier! The stage was perfect and the band said it was amazing!! We were super happy with everything and you made the experience seamless and were so easy to work with. Thanks for all your help and hopefully we can work together again in the future on another occasion.
Read on GoogleDJ + Live Band Hybrid — FAQs
Is this a band or a DJ?
Both, deliberately. An open-format DJ anchors the night, and live musicians perform on top of the set — so you get the range of a DJ with the energy of live performance.
Which songs get the live treatment?
The ones you choose with us in advance — your entrance, first dance, and the dance-floor songs you want to become moments — plus whatever the room calls for on the night.
Can we add percussion, violin or guitar?
Yes. Percussion is the most common addition to DJ and sax; violin or guitar work beautifully earlier in the day.
Does the venue need to provide anything?
No. Musicians play through our own professional system, scaled to your room, and we coordinate load-in and placement with the venue.
How far in advance should we book?
For peak-season Saturdays we recommend booking nine to twelve months ahead, as prime dates are reserved early.
Can you do this at our venue?
We perform across New York City, Long Island and the tri-state area, and know many of the region’s ballrooms and estates well — see our venue pages.
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