DJ Brian McDonald

Brian McDonald began his DJ career out of necessity in 1997 while serving in the United States Marine Corps. He was part of an elite cadre that not only protected U.S. Embassies from attack; the detachment’s living quarters was also the entertainment and social site for many diplomats to relax after a hard days work. As the parties grew larger the need for a DJ increased. Brian took on this challenge with much success and continued to DJ at many foreign posts abroad.

Fast forward to 2002, and Brian was hired as the resident DJ at Images of Strongsville and McCarthy’s of Lakewood, where he stayed on for many years. Through references, he was asked to perform his first of many wedding receptions in 2003.

In 2005, Brian was asked to provide production services to world renowned DJ Aladdin, who specializes in Indian wedding receptions. A strong working relationship was formed and Brian continued to learn the many aspects of a successful Indian wedding. While providing production services for another large Indian wedding in 2007, Brian was asked at the last minute by the DJ to fill in as DJ. Brian, having been trained by the best, didn’t shy away and got the job done wonderfully.

Today, Brian travels all over the USA providing wedding services and holds a residency at Tradesman in Parma. Brian has been with Cleveland Music Group since 2009. His showmanship, production quality, and attention to detail will amaze all in attendance.

• Reviews

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  Definitely Our “Best Choice”

  

  My husband and I chose the Cleveland Music Group’s best choice package for our wedding because we did not have a certain DJ we wanted, we just knew that we trusted CLE Music Group’s reputation in the community.

  DJ BAM was assigned to our wedding and we loved him from our first call. He asked us what year we graduated high school and then said “I got this covered.” We wanted a packed dance floor and we certainly got it. Even our photographers commented that once open dancing started, it never stopped for a second.

  DJ BAM also did a great job with announcements and toasts despite our venue’s unconventional set-up. He kept the event moving and was professional and friendly. Our guests loved him.

  I loved him so much that as the bride I tried to give him an entire envelope of cash at the end of the night in addition to his tip money. OOPS.

  Thanks DJ BAM and CLE Music Group!

  Chris and Molly Wells

  May 4, 2019

  The Ballroom at Park Lane

  OHS was a huge success!

  Thank you DJ Brian McDonald for your service. You never disappoint us and made Orange High School prom the best yet!! We look forward to working with you next year.

  Sandy Drvenkar/Emily Hazzard- OHS

  Orange High School

  Apr 21, 2018

  First Energy Stadium

  Great Wedding DJ

  Everyone loved DJ Brian. He played a variety of songs fast/slow, older/newer that kept everyone on the floor and having a blast! Several people commented that he was very good.

  Rob and Stephanie Pete

  Nov 11, 2017

  Fountain Bleau

  Just amazing

  My wife and I are both musicians, so we were very picky about what music we wanted played and the standard of DJ we were looking for. DJ Brian McDonald did an exceptional job! He nailed all of our requests for parent dances and introductions, and did an unbelievable job live spinning and creating the club atmosphere we were after. Our one minor complaint is that he didn’t play most of our “Must play” and playlist songs, but he kept the dance floor packed all night and was otherwise so incredible that it didn’t end up making it unenjoyable by any means. We received compliments on him all night and would use him again in a heartbeat. Very professional, laid back, and easy to work with. I highly recommend him to anyone!

  Erin and Lindsey McCamley-Mercer

  Sep 23, 2017

  Cleveland History Center

  Kept Everyone Dancing

  We had the pleasure of having DJ Brian McDonald at our wedding reception! He was fantastic! Everyone had a blast and the dance floor was packed all night!

  Maureen and Tommy Graham

  Sep 17, 2016

  Canterbury Golf Club

  Best Music and Wonderful Lighting

  

  DJ Brian McDonald is awesome. The guests raved about the music. They liked the continuous playing of music, no gaps at all. The coral uplighting that Scott chose for us was on point. It completed the look we were striving for. I would have never thought the lighting would make this much of a difference. I have never seen so many guests dance all night.

  Ed & Emily Baitt

  Jun 4, 2016

  The Bertram Inn

  Great DJ

  DJ Brian McDonald was great. He played excellent music throughout the night and went above his duties as a DJ to make us feel comfortable. Would definitely hire again.

  Mitali Shah and Michael Roblin

  May 1, 2016

  Windows on the River

  Thanks to Brian for making our party unforgettable. The music was great. Everyone danced and had a great time. Guests even asked for his name for future parties. I appreciate his flexibility, as the weather changed the dance floor plans at the last minute. Thanks again!

  Liz Conn

  Sep 22, 2012

  Private residence

  We used 2 DJs and they were very polite, personable, professional, and current. They were very easy to work with. I would eagerly request Brian for future events!

  Barb Pfeiffer

  Saks 5th Avenue Fashion Week Launch

  Sep 10, 2010

  Saks 5th Avenue