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1Wave DJs
“Turning weddings and your nightlife into the party everyone remembers.”
Professional DJ/MC for your Big Event!
@1wavedjs
Hey, I’m AJ, — owner, lead DJ, and the guy who refuses to let your dance floor stay empty. If you want a packed floor, zero awkward silence, and a night your guests won’t stop talking about, you’re in the right place. I specialize in weddings and corporate events, and I’m already booking fast for 2026 & 2027 (seriously—dates are going quick). What you actually get when you book me: A true MC who keeps the night flowing seamlessly (timeline-obsessed, not just playlist-obsessed) Custom-curated music for every moment — cocktail hour vibes, dinner elegance, and full-on dance party chaos when it’s time. Professional planning forms + unlimited consultations so nothing falls through the cracks. Crystal-clear, club-quality sound (certified audio engineer — Mesa Community College Audio Production ’12) Concert-level lighting, uplighting, and effects that transform any venue. Real experience: from US Airways Arena to Ground Zero, and Interlochen Center for the Arts to rocking Ladies Night every Thursday at Union Street Station in Traverse City I’ve turned quiet receptions into all-night parties and made corporate events feel like the after-party everyone actually wanted to attend. Your event isn’t “just another gig” to me — it’s the one day you’ve been dreaming about, and I treat it that way. Let’s talk! 2025–2026 dates are filling fast. Don’t wait until your date is gone. Ready to lock in the best night of your life?
— AJ and Cathy
1Wave DJs | "Do it better"
Where I'm spinning next.
Every Thursday at Union Street Station + random Northern Michigan chaos
Ladies Night Dance Party 1Wave DJs
Union Street Station
Testimonials
What our clients say about their experience.
I highly recommend 1Wave DJs AJ for any occassions. Not just his music is awesome and up to date, he is also very accomodating and making sure everyone was having fun at our birthday party held last weekend. AJ has all the set up, cool lights and sound system that makes the party going. You can request music and he has it playing for you. He made our party way cooler and memorable.
Read moreCathy B.
Birthday Party
AJ tailored the music to the archery/outdoor group of people we were entertaining and did a great job of getting them excited about the show. Will use again if we're in the area!
Read moreDara P.
Warrior Rising Fundraiser Event 2024
Ashley C. , Married on 09/09/2023 5.0 The Best!! AJ was super easy to work with, gave us the exact vibe we were hoping for!! We had people on the dance floor the whole night!!! Highly highly recommend!!
Read moreAshley C.
AJ was a wedding hero! Due to some really bad wedding planning on our part, we didn't have ceremony music until 2 weeks before our wedding... We reached out to 1Wave with not a lot of time before the Wedding day, he quickly responded and got us going. He had so many helpful documents that made planning our wedding music easy. But really what made this a 6/5 star experience was on the day of the wedding he jumped in and helped us with our dinner music and MC'ing some items post wedding (this was not originally planned, but really a huge help). Helpful notes if booking 1Wave DJs: They're super professional and well organized, you won't have to sweat on your event day. Once booking with them, you will have a little homework to make sure your preferences are noted, then they will have a prep call with you following that bit of light work.
Read moreJames M.
Wedding/Gaylord Michigan
We had the privilege of having AJ do our wedding and I must say he was top notch! He played everything I had for basically the whole wedding ceremony to the reception. He had the guests enjoying every part of the day/night. If youre looking for someone to book, I highly recommend AJ. We couldnt be happier with everything he did for us! Banger after Banger! My body is still sore from dancing all night! Thank you again!
Read moreFreddie K.
Irons, Michigan
AJ at 1Wave DJs offered straightforward planning (no stress for us), with clear communication of expectations and cost. He supported our audio for the ceremony (outdoors) and the reception. The dance floor was packed all night. Would recommend
Read moreKatie L.
Northern Michigan
Real Weddings, Night Club Ready, & Packed Dance Floors
Actual weddings. Experienced Club DJ Zero empty dance floors.
DJ Packages and Pricing for 2026
Northern Michigan's Top rated djs
2026 Wedding Investment
AJ Smith Personally as Your DJ & MC20+ years performing as an entertainer from Sasebo Japan to Baltimore Maryland, building stages for touring with major artists (Lady Gaga, Bon Jovi, Elton John, Diana Ross, Kid Rock, Jethro Tull, Interlochen Center for the Arts, Rhino Staging, earning my Audio Production Certificate 2012 from Mesa Community College. Learning from the best in Tempe at Club Red, operating lights for Jeff Loomis and bands like Agent Orange or Michael Schenker's screaming guitar. I was able to learn the golden ears of sound from Patrick and revisited later as a lighting and sound production tech at Interlochen. 7 Rock and metal bands as frontman, Kin of the Zen, Kronie...etc drummer, you can find the EP and LPs on Spotify, songwriter and recording artist with Andy Seagle and at CRAS Conservatory using SSL and Neve technology. He recorded Johnny Cash and Paul Mccartney. Promiscuous records was our studio, performing with Prophet 7;13 at Uncle Monkeys, to moving up with Frequis and Kin of the Zen (stagehand experience from US Airways Arena in Phoenix, to the Cardinals stadium, to downtown setting up for walk the moon and the roots during the superbowl) + local WTCM radio personality—charismatic, crowd-reading energy guaranteed.
Streeters/Ground Zero with Kenny Olson. Union Street Station, Great Wolf Lodge, Grand Traverse Resorts, The Delamar. Encore, I played them all. Blackstar Farms, Bayview at Gallagher Farms, Starry Night Barn, FOE, we are familiar with all types of set ups. Let me know what you need!
Cold Spark Fountains for First Dance & Grand Exit
Smokeless, safe, venue-approved "fireworks" effect that creates jaw-dropping moments guests talk about for years (included—no extra fee).
All-Inclusive 8-Hour Coverage
Ceremony sound, cocktail hour, full reception—no rushing, no overtime surprises.
Premium Sound System with Full Backups
Crystal-clear audio indoors or outdoors, even on Lake Michigan bluffs—redundant gear so the party never stops.
Custom Lighting Package 12 uplights + intelligent dance floor lighting included—transforms any barn, ballroom, or tent.
Detailed timeline creation, must-play/do-not-play lists, and full coordination with your planner/photographer/videographer.
Travel Included Across Northern Michigan
Traverse City, Petoskey, Charlevoix, Gaylord, Mackinac Island—no mileage or lodging fees ever. 150+ Five-Star Reviews & Proven Track Record
Couples and guests consistently call it “the best wedding DJ we’ve ever seen”—real testimonials, no cheesiness, just packed dance floors.
One Premium Package – $4,995 – limited 2026 dates remaining
Trusted by the Knot and Wedding Wire
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