FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
ANSWERED FOR YOUR CONVENIENCE
What is your booking policy?
To secure the date for your event, we require a signed contract to establish your DJ's obligations to you and vice versa, as well as a retainer that is due upon booking. In most cases, this is a retainer equal to 50% of the invoiced price. The remaining balance is then due no later than the event date (two weeks prior for weddings and corporate events). Payment plans are also available for larger balances.The contract includes all pertinent information relating to your event, including an outline of setup requirements and other performance related factors, payment information, location, date & time information, specific music choice if applicable, and other basic event information. It also includes any and all special instructions/requests that you may have to ensure your special occassion goes off without a hitch. Everything can be completed online and you can even make payment with a credit card or bank transfer through our secure online payment portal.
What if something happens where you can't make it to the event?
While it’s incredibly rare, unavoidable incidents do happen. A big part of planning your event is having a contingency plan. You don’t want to be left high-and-dry at your event, after all. And if your DJ gets a flat tire or is struck by lightning en route to your event, we have a plan. When you book a DJ with Panico Entertainment, you’re getting a DJ from Panico Entertainment. It’s as simple as that. So in the event that complications beyond our immediate control make it impossible for your assigned DJ to provide entertainment at your event we always keep a professional DJ on retainer at each of our locations. That way, in the (unlikely) event that something does happen, you’ll still get a professional, experienced, and talented event DJ. Emergencies may be unavoidable, but that’s no excuse for your event to be music-less. When you book with Panico Entertainment, you know we’ll be there.
Do you take song requests?
Our DJs do take song requests and often play many of them. But we also filter requests we get from guests. So if we get a request for a song or genre that you’ve specified a “Do Not Play,” we won’t play it. But, at the same time, if someone requests a song that fits well with your vibe and music choices, the DJ will likely play it. It’s important to remember that your DJ is an event professional. They know which tracks get the dance floor going and which ones may clear it out. And since our DJs don’t just show up and press play on a pre-made set, we have the flexibility to react to the vibe of the crowd. We also offer an online planning system, so you can specify your tastes and favorite songs before the event!
Can we bring our own music for the DJ to play?
Absolutely. Working with a professional event DJ is a partnership. And your DJ should be open to your musical preferences, and flexible enough to accommodate them. With that said, we usually ask for your music in advance. Effective planning is what makes any wedding or event run smoothly. While not impossible, it is more difficult to add songs we don’t have mid-event. So if we get your tracks beforehand, we can make sure they’re ready to rock on the big day. But if inspiration should strike day-of, we’re able to add songs on the spot too!
Do you take last minute bookings?
Absolutely! If your last minute event is open in our booking calendar, you can certainly book our services. We've had instances where a bride and groom come to us a week before their big day or a school inquires just a few days before Prom.
How long before my event start time will you arrive?
This generally depends on the event type and amount of equipment being utilized, but you can expect us to arrive for setup at least one hour before your event is scheduled to start (at least two hours for weddings, school dances, and corporate events). If your event requires a special amount of preparation for any reason, earlier arrival can be arranged.
What kind of music do you play?
This is entirely based on the nature of the event. We are open-format (multi-genre) DJs, which means that we can seamlessly blend and adapt to the vibe of the crowd, no matter the genre. Examples would be Top 40, Hip Hop, Trap, R&B, Rock/Classic Rock, Country, EDM/Dance, House/Soulful House/Classic House, Oldies, 80′s, Disco, Funk, Soul, Salsa, Merengue, Cumbia, Jazz and more. It's ultimately up to you and the type of event!
Do you offer lighting/uplighting and other packages?
Yes we do! We have several intelligent (beat-matching) dance lighting packages (laser/LED, wash, etc), as well as uplighting packages that are priced according to the number of uplighting fixtures required. [WEDDING TIP: Decorative LED uplighting is a perfect way to accent head tables, plants, pillars, walls, etc with splashes of your beautiful wedding colors!]
We also offer photo booth services and other a-la-carte options like pipe & drape, lawn games, and more! Check out our event enhancements page for information on all of the supplemental services we offer.
What does your attire consist of when DJing my event?
Unless you have a specific request, the “DJ uniform” usually consists of either a formal or semi-formal dress shirt, with or without a tie depending on the occassion, dress pants, and for weddings, a button-up vest and/or jacket. If your event theme is more casual (i.e. cowboy theme/jeans), our attire can match that too. Specific requests/instructions are welcomed!
Will you play overtime if needed/requested?
Sure! As long as there is not a later event booked for that date (which is very rare) and the venue allows it. Any overtime charges are to be paid at the conclusion of the event. Get in touch for information on our hourly overtime rates. If the overtime is under an hour, we can work on a pro-rated or discounted amount on a case by case basis.
Do you have samples of your work?
The best way to see our DJs in action is to check out our Instagram page. We regularly post videos from events (with client permission!) to our story highlights. Look for the "Event Cam" highlights, right above our regular posts. We do not post event mixes as each event we do is unique to that client.
To secure the date for your event, we require a signed contract to establish your DJ's obligations to you and vice versa, as well as a retainer that is due upon booking. In most cases, this is a retainer equal to 50% of the invoiced price. The remaining balance is then due no later than the event date (two weeks prior for weddings and corporate events). Payment plans are also available for larger balances.The contract includes all pertinent information relating to your event, including an outline of setup requirements and other performance related factors, payment information, location, date & time information, specific music choice if applicable, and other basic event information. It also includes any and all special instructions/requests that you may have to ensure your special occassion goes off without a hitch. Everything can be completed online and you can even make payment with a credit card or bank transfer through our secure online payment portal.
What if something happens where you can't make it to the event?
While it’s incredibly rare, unavoidable incidents do happen. A big part of planning your event is having a contingency plan. You don’t want to be left high-and-dry at your event, after all. And if your DJ gets a flat tire or is struck by lightning en route to your event, we have a plan. When you book a DJ with Panico Entertainment, you’re getting a DJ from Panico Entertainment. It’s as simple as that. So in the event that complications beyond our immediate control make it impossible for your assigned DJ to provide entertainment at your event we always keep a professional DJ on retainer at each of our locations. That way, in the (unlikely) event that something does happen, you’ll still get a professional, experienced, and talented event DJ. Emergencies may be unavoidable, but that’s no excuse for your event to be music-less. When you book with Panico Entertainment, you know we’ll be there.
Do you take song requests?
Our DJs do take song requests and often play many of them. But we also filter requests we get from guests. So if we get a request for a song or genre that you’ve specified a “Do Not Play,” we won’t play it. But, at the same time, if someone requests a song that fits well with your vibe and music choices, the DJ will likely play it. It’s important to remember that your DJ is an event professional. They know which tracks get the dance floor going and which ones may clear it out. And since our DJs don’t just show up and press play on a pre-made set, we have the flexibility to react to the vibe of the crowd. We also offer an online planning system, so you can specify your tastes and favorite songs before the event!
Can we bring our own music for the DJ to play?
Absolutely. Working with a professional event DJ is a partnership. And your DJ should be open to your musical preferences, and flexible enough to accommodate them. With that said, we usually ask for your music in advance. Effective planning is what makes any wedding or event run smoothly. While not impossible, it is more difficult to add songs we don’t have mid-event. So if we get your tracks beforehand, we can make sure they’re ready to rock on the big day. But if inspiration should strike day-of, we’re able to add songs on the spot too!
Do you take last minute bookings?
Absolutely! If your last minute event is open in our booking calendar, you can certainly book our services. We've had instances where a bride and groom come to us a week before their big day or a school inquires just a few days before Prom.
How long before my event start time will you arrive?
This generally depends on the event type and amount of equipment being utilized, but you can expect us to arrive for setup at least one hour before your event is scheduled to start (at least two hours for weddings, school dances, and corporate events). If your event requires a special amount of preparation for any reason, earlier arrival can be arranged.
What kind of music do you play?
This is entirely based on the nature of the event. We are open-format (multi-genre) DJs, which means that we can seamlessly blend and adapt to the vibe of the crowd, no matter the genre. Examples would be Top 40, Hip Hop, Trap, R&B, Rock/Classic Rock, Country, EDM/Dance, House/Soulful House/Classic House, Oldies, 80′s, Disco, Funk, Soul, Salsa, Merengue, Cumbia, Jazz and more. It's ultimately up to you and the type of event!
Do you offer lighting/uplighting and other packages?
Yes we do! We have several intelligent (beat-matching) dance lighting packages (laser/LED, wash, etc), as well as uplighting packages that are priced according to the number of uplighting fixtures required. [WEDDING TIP: Decorative LED uplighting is a perfect way to accent head tables, plants, pillars, walls, etc with splashes of your beautiful wedding colors!]
We also offer photo booth services and other a-la-carte options like pipe & drape, lawn games, and more! Check out our event enhancements page for information on all of the supplemental services we offer.
What does your attire consist of when DJing my event?
Unless you have a specific request, the “DJ uniform” usually consists of either a formal or semi-formal dress shirt, with or without a tie depending on the occassion, dress pants, and for weddings, a button-up vest and/or jacket. If your event theme is more casual (i.e. cowboy theme/jeans), our attire can match that too. Specific requests/instructions are welcomed!
Will you play overtime if needed/requested?
Sure! As long as there is not a later event booked for that date (which is very rare) and the venue allows it. Any overtime charges are to be paid at the conclusion of the event. Get in touch for information on our hourly overtime rates. If the overtime is under an hour, we can work on a pro-rated or discounted amount on a case by case basis.
Do you have samples of your work?
The best way to see our DJs in action is to check out our Instagram page. We regularly post videos from events (with client permission!) to our story highlights. Look for the "Event Cam" highlights, right above our regular posts. We do not post event mixes as each event we do is unique to that client.