In My Headphones: Zac Brown Band, Taylor Swift, Carolina Liar
Guaranteed to Bring the House Down: "Hot in Herre"-Nelly, "In the Club"-50 Cent
Favorite DJing Experience: Father/Daughter dances turn me to mush. I can’t watch the whole dance...and I don’t even have a daughter!
About Ken Holmes:Around the office, we call Ken “The Big Guy” and you can look at his picture and tell why. He may be big, but he’s one of the nicest guys you’ll ever meet and an awesome DJ. Ken Holmes has become one of our most requested entertainers.Ken began his DJ career in 1995 and hasn’t looked back. He is scheduled to do over 60 shows this year. He has a knack of getting everyone involved without being “cheesy” or over the top. His outgoing personality and unique knowledge of music serves to make every event special. In his free time, he is also quite involved in the community, including coaching sports for his two sons. He has been married for almost 19 years.Ken comments, “I have always loved every kind of music. And I get to enjoy watching people have fun while playing the music that I love so much. I am proud to be a member of such a professional organization like Joe Bunn DJ Company. I am looking forward to helping make your event the most memorable day of your life. Call us so that we can sit down face to face and start planning your special day.”
Ken Holmes's Testimonials
Excellent job. Fulfilled all of our requests.
- Cynthia Sharpe, Duke
Many compliments on the DJ from the guests.
- 1stSgt. Joe Reconnu, US Marines
Thank you so much for donating DJ services to A Chocolate Affaire and for being willing to send such an excellent representative of your organization as Ken Holmes. The evening was a success and Ken set the mood perfectly for the entire evening. The variety and range of his music and his understanding of the tone we wanted for the event made for a flawless music backdrop, We could not have been more pleased and very much appreciate his good cheer and great musical taste. The event raised over $2000 and your organization made a big difference.
- Dale & Bill Flexner
Ken was great. He had no problems accommodating my requests and he was extremely fast to get back to me whenever I had a question. He was very friendly to me and my guests. Everyone loved him. Awesome job!
- Gilbert Figueroa
Ken was wonderful!! It is always a pleasure working with Joe Bunn DJ's. Always professional, always a smile and always easy to work with.
- Kelly Joslin, Angus Barn
I just wanted to say Ken did an amazing job being my DJ, he was always available when i needed to talk to him. He was an amazing DJ during the reception and i received many compliments from my guests about the DJ and the music!!! Thanks again!!!!
- Shannon Shields
Thank you so much for being an AWESOME DJ at our wedding reception! So many people have commented on how awesome the music and DJ was...we've even had an engaged couple ask for your contact info for their wedding! We knew we wanted a dance party, but didn't expect the dance floor to be full the entire evening! It was such an amazing night and nobody wanted it to end! Thank you again for all the great memories!
- Sarah & Michael
You are awesome! You made our wedding the event of the century! All of our guests are trying to plan another event so you can DJ. Thank you for an amazing night!
- Karen & Graham
Everyone at my wedding enjoyed the DJ and kept saying how great Ken was. He played an excellent selection of songs and got my whole party out on the dance floor. He was very accommodating to our needs and wants and we couldn't of had a better DJ at our wedding. I would recommend Ken to anyone who wants to have the best time at their event!
- Melissa Taylor
Thank you so much for a great event! We had the best time- thanks for your help in making that happen!
- Matt and Colleen Williams
Just wanted to say thanks again for making my and Sarah's wedding reception such an awesome time. We were both shocked at how many people stayed on the dance floor, and for how long! People didn't want the party to end! People kept coming up to Sarah and me offering to pay to keep you around for another hour even after we extended it the first time. We've gotten nothing but compliments from our guests, and we both thought you did a phenomenal job. We had two couples at the reception who are recently engaged, so maybe we'll see you again soon. Thanks again!
- Michael Rhodes
I wanted to shoot you an email and say thank you so much for being a part of our wedding. You were the hit of our party. Thank you for doing an amazing job!
- Karen & Guy Civitello
Thank you so much for your DJ services at our wedding reception! You had a great attitude and brought great energy to our event. You are wonderful to work with and we are grateful to you for helping make our wedding day special. We are also impressed by your professionalism.
- Flora & Kyle
Ken was a phenomenal part that made our wedding so wonderful! He was so accommodating with all of our needs and had everyone dancing the whole night! I could not have asked for a more professional and good hearted DJ!
- Erin Kessel
Ken was perfect! He used the requested songs at all the right moments (even Seasons of Love!!) He had the dance floor packed and jumping all night! He exceeded all of my wonderful expectations. I couldn't ask for more! He worked great with us and the vendors and was super friendly, and helpful. Thank you (thank you, thank you) soooooo much Ken, you are the best!!!!
- Brooke Liebl
Ken is amazing at entertaining, keeping the crowd going and overall an amazing DJ.
-Susan Kitchen
Thank you so much for making our wedding so fun and memorable. Everyone had a blast and loved the music and you!
-Scott and Nicole Moore
Ken was excellent! I never thought our families were the “dancing type,” but Ken kept the party going so well that I saw people out there who I would never in a million years think would dance. It was an awesome party!
- Mary Strange
We were so happy with Ken! So much thanks to him for helping make our wedding reception PERFECT!!
- Sarah Michaels
Ken did a great job!!! He kept the party rocking and had everyone on the dance floor, while remaining professional during the reception.
- Katie DeLong
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Ken was absolutely fantastic!! Everyone loved him and we think he had a great time too. He really kept things flowing during our reception and did an excellent job!! Music selection was great by the way!! Thanks for making our wedding reception so memorable!
- Jennifer Woodall
I just wanted to say Thank you so much for DJing our Fall Festival last night. You were awesome!! You even got the teachers out dancing. We hope you will agree to help out again next year.
- Katherine Connel
Ken was great and the event went off without a hitch!
- Leesa Hill
I did want to take a minute to let you know what a fantastic job Ken did for my sister Erin’s wedding and reception on Friday. He treated my family so well and he really did a spectacular job. He was so organized and fun to work with.You and your crew are true professionals and you and Ken are the sweetest. I appreciate what you did for us more than words can express.
- Julie Lee
Ken was absolutely AMAZING! From the first time we met with him, we knew he was a great fit for our wedding. He got us pumped up and excited about our big day and kept the party rockin throughout the night. Even assisted in keeping the night running smoothly with cake cutting, toasting, etc. We got TONS of comments from our guests about how great the music selection and DJ was! Thanks Ken for making our day and making us feel special!
- Christie & Steve Morgan
Thank you so much for accomodating our special requests (i.e. songs that were not offered on the website) - this really made our day so special. Thank you so much. Everyone is still talking about the party and how much fun they had. Great music that kept them dancing was the KEY!
- Tara DellaVecchia
Ken was AMAZING! His enthusiasm for what he does definitely comes through - his excitement and positivity definitely helped get my guests engaged and participating on the dance floor. The event ran smoothly and everything was timed perfectly - I didn’t have to think about what was happening next or ask what time it was. I was able to just enjoy the reception and go with the flow which is great for me since I am usually such a detail and time oriented person. My guests are still commenting about the DJ and are all thrilled that he honored their song requests. Of all the vendors I worked with for my wedding, this company was by far the easiest and most outstanding. Thank you! I listen to the CD Ken provided practically every day to re-live that night!
- Alli Wasle
Ken did a phenomenal job keeping the event lively and fun.
- Staci Barfield
Ken was AMAZING!! He did a great job with the planning and with keeping the music going at the reception. Everybody commented on how great of a job he did keeping everything flowing…not to mention helping me to stop stressing about everything!I would definitely recommend DJ Joe Bunn, especially Ken in the future for any weddings!!
- Jennifer Stehle
Ken did a great job. He even accommodated some major last minute changes with no problem at all.
- Bob Reymers
We are so pleased that we chose your services for our wedding reception. From the moment those purple and gold shakers came out at the start of the wedding, it was non-stop. You really got a feel for the party. We would like to sincerely thank you for all the effort you put into making the reception a memorable event. The Father-daughter dance was a real surprise and wonderful. The wedding was so much fun. People were complaining that their feet still hurt them. Megan’s Uncle Timmy said that he never saw a wedding that had to be shut down early due to exhaustion. You exceeded our expectations!!! Megan and Chris wanted a fun wedding and they got it. Thank you again for making our evening so perfect. Lots of memories for all….
- Kerry & Kevin
Ken is absolutely fabulous!! He was able to promptly assist my husband and I when to perform specific aspects of our wedding on that night (i.e cake cutting, garter toss, bouquet toss, etc.). He had a fantastic choice in music selection and his lively and vibrant voice, personality and demeanor kept the party intrigued and alive during the entire reception. Joe Bunn DJ Company (Ken Holmes) would be my first choice and first recommendation for myself or anyone hosting an event! Thank you for making our special night flow with ease and certainly for helping to make it the best night of our lives!!!
- Karla Hill
Ken Holmes was absolutely wonderful! I provided him a list of songs I wanted to hear and the genre and he exceeded my expectations. The uplighting was AWESOME!!! It made an already beautiful grand ballroom much more SPECTACULAR!!! It was everything I had envisioned and more!
- Adrienne Crosby
Everyone at the reception commented on Ken’s performance - He was great!!!
- Alan Corke
Our convention ended Sunday morning and DJ Ken Holmes received rave reviews from all of our convention guests! Ken was the perfect DJ for the Friday evening festivities. Our group is a mix of many generations and the mix of music appealed to each one of them. Thank you for helping make this year’s convention a success and a memorable event for each of our guests. We look forward to working with you again in the future.
- Fran E. Preston, Carolinas Food Industry Council
Great job Ken! Loved the music and your friendly and fun personality!
- Steven & Lauren White
Dear Ken, Thank you so much for helping to make our daughter’s wedding a success. Everyone had a great time, thanks in large part to you.
- Tony & Ginny Aiello
Ken did such a good job! I enjoyed every moment! The music was awesome and Ken was so good about keeping schedule and making sure we got everything done and right. I have also heard nothing but good things from our guests about how much fun they had and how much they enjoyed the DJ! Thanks Joe Bunn DJ Company and thanks Ken Holmes!! We had a wonderful wedding reception thanks to our DJ!!!
- Katie Byrd
Hi Ken, I don’t even know where to begin. Thank you seems so inadequate for all you did for us! You are an amazing DJ and we would highly recommend you to anyone! We are so grateful for all you did to make Abbey and Sean’s wedding day a true fairytale. We have received an unbelievable amount of phone calls and emails from the wedding guests telling us it was the best wedding they had ever attended and that the DJ and photobooth were awesome! The wedding party just loved you as well! It was an honor and a privilege to meet you and work with both you and your wife. I especially appreciate how you jumped in and made the sound situation just perfect…we truly are grateful. Please tell everyone there at Joe Bunn Company how grateful we are and how much we appreciaate all that was done for us and our beautiful Abbey! Thank you again for everything…and may God richly bless you and your family today!
- Kathy Freeman-mother of the bride
Ken did such a wonderful job at our wedding! The music was great and everyone was on the dance floor all night long! Ken got everyone involved without being over the top or cheesy. We couldn’t have asked for a better DJ! Thanks Ken!
- Ashley Morris & Kyle Marshburn
Ken, thanks you so much for being the best DJ ever! Everyone raved about you. You really made the night.
- Carolyn & Barry
Many, Many guests commented, “Ken is a great DJ!”
- Elizabeth Zelenka
Hi Joe, I wanted to let you know that Ken Holmes was our DJ tonight for my husband’s 50th birthday party. He is absolutely wonderful and as a personable guy as you could ever hope to meet. The crowd loved him, as did I. Thank you very much!!!!
- Dawn Carter
Joe, Ken was great! We had lots of fun! I will recommend you without any hesitation. Thank you again for working with us on the price and the last minute requests.
- Nancy Congleton
Ken did a FANTASTIC job and we were so happy with how the event went. He was always so professional and I could tell that he really listened to our preferences for music and understood what we wanted. I also know he worked really well with our vendors, including our special entertainment, which was a hip-hop dance group from UNC. Additionally, I found out afterwards that he had a death in the family just before our event and was amazed that he still worked at our event. He really didn’t have to – he went above and beyond to ensure that we had a rockin’ reception. Thank you so much Ken!
- Sujit Suchindran
I just wanted to say the Ken Holmes was one of the best parts of our wedding!! We were planning a wedding in Raleigh but lived in Charlotte & he worked with us over the phone several times. Ken took it upon himself to fill in songs we had not chosen and we couldn’t have done it better ourselves…our intro song was perfect. Even though it was a little over two years ago, we remember the music and event fondly thanks to Ken. Thank you so much for your professional service!!
- Rachel & Shane Bingham
Ken did an amazing job. He was fantastic at announcing events so that everyone was aware of what was going on, and we really loved the music. I would definitely recommend him to any of my friends.
- Laura Vidales
Ken is awesome! We will continue to book Ken for this event as long as he is available! He is very professional and works hard to make sure everyone has a great time!
- Mary Lloyd Barbera (USTA North Carolina)
Hi, Ken! We just wanted to thank you for the fabulous job that you did at our wedding. Everyone was having a good time for the whole reception (including us!) and we owe much of that to you. We were so appreciative of how professional and fun you were, and we could not have asked for a better DJ. Thanks so much!
- CJ & Justin
Thank you so much for doing such a good job at C.J.’s wedding on 1/2/10. They were very happy with their day from start to finish. We feel very fortunate to have had you as the DJ. You did a great job and we thank you.
- Susan Eubanks-mother of the bride
Joe Bunn DJ Company was referred by our reception vendor and we couldn’t have been happier with our experience. Ken was awesome. We had a few last minute changes and he didn’t skip a beat. We also had specific requests for our introductions which he did a fabulous job with. The DJ helps to make the event and Ken played a great part in making our wedding reception a night to remember. We wouldn’t change a thing! Thanks Ken and thank you Joe Bunn DJ Company!!!
- Scott & Mindy Newport
Hi Joe - just following up with you after the ForeverHome Christmas Party - everything went great - Ken was wonderful - and got our older crowd dancing a bit! (including me:-) I didn’t have a chance to say hi to him but please tell him thank you for me - and we will definitely keep you all in mind for future events.
- Marianne Coppotelli-Fonville Morisey & Barefoot
Ken Holmes rocks!
- Morgan Hunt Warriax
Fantastic service! Ken even drove out to Durham to meet with another one of our vendors to coordinate services on our wedding day. He was great and extremely flexible. We could not be happier
- Liz Prada
Ken did a great job, very flexible and wonderful to work with. We had a great time!
- Holly Hobson, United Therapeutics
We will tell all our friends about our experience. Ken Holmes was courteous and kind. The kids and adults loved him. I have never seen so many people dancing at a party. We never even had to play the games because the dance floor was packed. Smiling, laughter, joy, describes what Ken helped bring to this event. This was the best DJ/Party situation I have ever witnessed.
- Lori Katzenstein
Ken was very energetic and upbeat. He understood the crowd and played music toward who was present.
- Karen Donaghy
Ken did a GREAT job. Everyone is still talking about what a good time they had! Also, the photobooth was a BIG hit! Kevin did a great job as videographer!
- Beth Tyler
Ken did a great job at our wedding reception, we could not have been happier with the night and with our DJ. He was very attentive, made adjustments for some personal requests like a guest singing a song and he provided all the equipment for her on short notice. He checked in me and my husband several times which was nice. We were completely satisfied and will highly recommend the company and specifically Ken.
- Lee Morris
Ken, thank you for providing us with the best wedding music we’ve ever heard. You did a perfect job with everything at our wedding. The music and photobooth were hits! You’re so kind for putting up with us! You are the best!
- Emily & Jason Hoppert
Ken Holmes was a wonderful addition to our wedding! I was at ease knowing that the music was in the hands of a professional. If I ever need a DJ again he will be the first call I make! I have heard many complements about his services and professionalism on the day of our wedding.
- Erin Danford
Ken did a great job. He is very nice & friendly, I enjoyed talking with him, & all the folks I spoke with said he did a fine job.
- George Smith
Ken was absolutely amazing. Kevin nor I had to worry about a single thing at the reception. Ken was on top of things and kept the evening running smoothly. We will definitely recommend Ken to future brides and for other events. Thank you for everything!!!
- Megan Satterfield
I am writing to thank and praise Mr. Ken Holmes for his exceptional efforts in making the July 18th wedding reception for my daughter and her husband a truly memorable night. Ken was extremely pleasant, professional, and attentive to our guests. He ran the reception schedule of events in a manner that ensured the guests were involved in the event while keeping the “casually formal down-east vibe” we were going for alive. Once the music started, Ken kept the momentum up until the last song of the night. I believe the party would still be going if Ken was still in the booth! You have truly found a star in Ken. Thanks to your company, especially Mr. Holmes, for giving our family a celebration to remember.
- D. Scott Grantham, father of the bride
I loved working with Ken. He was so in tune with what we wanted to accomplish with our event and couldn’t have been more flexible. He was so attentive at the event and wanted everything to be perfect and just what we wanted. I can’t remember a single song I requested that he did not play! He was a joy to work with and I would recommend him to anyone.
- Leigh Ann Preston
Ken was wonderful! Everyone is still talking about what a great time they had dancing! He did an excellent job of making sure everyone was out on the dance floor having a good time, including our oldest and youngest family members. We couldn’t have asked for a better DJ!
- Ashley Grantham
We are referring Ken to our regional manager for our Christmas party! He was friendly and very helpful with suggestions.
- Aviyaun Thigpen
Ken did an excellent job! He was on the dot with the time line and he kept everything running smoothly. He also had lots of people on the dance floor and the music he selected was perfect! He has a great personality and you can tell he really loves what he does, I am defiantly going to recommend him to future brides!! A+ Joe Bunn Company for serving Raleigh with awesome DJ’s!!
- Lisa Talach
Ken was great to work with and is definitely good at going with the flow and dealing with unexpected things that come up. On top of that, he was really open to working with me on coordinating timing and other details, which always makes things easier on a planner, as you know. I loved the music he played too and so did the crowd – they were going crazy!! So, just wanted you to know he did a fantastic job and your group, as always, is totally and completely reliable, efficient, detailed and fun to work with.
- Grace Beason-Grace Leisure Events
Ken was great and literally got EVERYONE (200 guests) on the dance floor!!! I have never seen so many guests having so much fun at a wedding!
- Becky Smock
I really will hit the limit of how GREAT KEN was at our reception!!! Ken was on top of everything, ready to go, willing to change things, gave us insight on order of parents coming in, cutting cake, etc. Out of all the vendors used, we worried less and at times spoke less w/ Ken, but there was not a need for constant communication. What I mean is that, when I emailed or called, Ken was prompt and didn’t have to ask me to clarify, it was almost like he knew what I wanted w/out me knowing! I know that sounds odd, but Ken was as they say “on fire” for our reception and I knew I was going to have fun, but he really got the WHOLE group at the reception having a great time…which is what Stacie and I wanted, but he did that much more in making it 10 out of 10. Giving a CD w/ songs for cocktail hour and reception was totally a class act and very nice thing for Ken to do for us. I know I sound a bit nutty w/ all the good things I’m saying…but for it being such a special day for Stacie and I, Ken really made it go off w/out a hitch, but added to the day and will stay apart of our memories of that day! You are VERY VERY VERY LUCKY to have a guy like Ken Holmes working for Joe Bunn DJ Company…Joe, you run a first class company (up until the wedding I would check your blog time to time..could I get a “shout out” on it haha) and Ken should be a featured DJ for your company as he is worth every penny and more!!! Thanks soooo much for having Ken as our DJ!
- Zack & Stacie Bass
Ken was great! He helped make our wedding reception so much fun. He knew when to change the music, when to talk and when not to. His experience was evident and his personality was perfect for our crowd!
- Kimberly Simmons-Leath
Ken was wonderful!!! He knew exactly what to do at all times. He really made the reception lively and he is awesome at what he does! I can not give him enough thanks!!
- Julie Wittekind
Hey Joe! It was great seeing you Saturday evening. Just wanted to let you know our party was rocking because of Ken! He was fabulous and everyone loved him! He did a fantastic job and Brad and I really loved working with him! He was great :) Hopefully we can work with him again real soon :)
- Cori Stocum-Stocum Consulting
Ken was great, we had a wonderful time and everything was perfect! Our reception would not have ben as much fun without Ken, thank you!
- Jim Ranieri
Ken did a great job for us. His music kept everyone going until he had to remind us to leave. Thank you!
- David & Martha Strick
Ken rocked the house at our reception!!!! He kept the party going until the very last minute! And he is GREAT at keeping secrets–the photo booth was a complete surprise for my groom! :) I will definitely recommend Ken and your entire company to everyone I know!
- Lisa W. Magno
Ken did a great job. We had several door prizes and announcements and he took care of them all, happily and professionaly. We actually would like to have him back for our event next year! He stuck to the play list and took requests as well. It was a great night and a large part of that was due to the music. Thank you.
- Heather O’Brien
Ken was awesome! He played a great variety of music and everyone had a wonderful time! We would love to have Ken come back next year for our event and I will be in touch about the dates for next year! Thanks so much for making our event a success!
- Mary Lloyd Barbera-N.C. Tennis Association
Ken was wonderful and everything went as planned, and guests commented to me how good he was. Thank you Joe and Ken!
- Rebecca L. Carozza
Ken made the party spectacular. We have gotten more compliments on the DJ than we could have hoped for! We have already had everyone tell us that they want him again for our holiday party next year. He was wonderful and we could not have had a better time without him. He knew exactly what to play and had a good time with the group. We were very impressed!
- Casey Taylor-Smith Anderson
Ken’s selections were perfectly timed and his assistance with my few requests for interruptions was wonderful.
Hi Ken, just wanted to drop you a quick note to thank you for doing such a wonderful job with our Christmas Party. You were so easy to work with ahead of time, always getting back to my calls and emails immediately, and your prompt arrival the night kept my stress level in check! The music was perfect, my husband Mike was really impressed with how you chose which song to play next and guaged the crowd’s reaction. Plus, we really just enjoyed having you there! The Kamm-McKenzie partners take turns in organizing the Christmas party - and I am sure next year’s organizers will be calling and requesting YOU for next year’s event. Thank you again for a wonderful evening, we hope you have a nice finish to the holiday season.
- Ileen White-Kamm/McKenzie
Ken did a wonderful job especially tailoring to each different age group at the reception. Thanks!
- Jacob Hilton
Hi Ken!I just wanted to thank you for your services at our wedding. Everyone had a great time and everything went so well! I truly appreciate it!
- Megan Berrio
Everything from the planning tools we used at the onset of our preparations, to the performance of Ken at the reception was exceptional. Ken did an amazing job, and everyone had a great time. Ken did a great job with the details, and he was very conscientious about his performance. Anytime you need a recommendation, please let us know.
- Steve & Jackie Sebastian
The music for our wedding was perfect! Everyone had a WONDERFUL time; we haven’tt seen our family and friends move like that in a while :)
- Jamie Burke
Ken did a fantastic job – our guests had a great time and we got many compliments on the music selection. Ken, thank you so much for a wonderful evening!
- Alice Lincoln
We enjoyed having Ken Holmes at our school carnival. He played a mix of songs for the kids and parents. Some of the mascots started dancing to a line dance and got the kids to dance and I saw some parents singing some songs. He was also helpful to us by making some announcements. Thank you!
- Sallie Wall-North Ridge Elementary School
Ken was absolutely awesome! We will recommend Ken and your company to everyone we know!
- Linda McAteer
As Linda and Mike Collin’s floral designer I was invited by the Bride and the Groom to enjoy an fantastic evening at their reception. Up until this past Saturday night I’d had never seen any of Joe Bunn’s D.J’s at work. I must say Ken delivered an awesome evening of music! First he gave us all beautiful and elegant music to dine by. Ken also knew just when to turn it up! I haven’t danced that much in a long time! I was highly impressed with Ken’s ability to give the Bride and Groom exactly what they had hoped for. I will be sending my future brides looking for a D.J. your way!
- Christy White-A Designing Mind
We thought ken was amazing!! Even though we had an older crowd mixed with a few younger people, Ken really did an amazing job and we were so thrilled with our reception. Everyone had a great time! Lance is already trying to arrange another party to have Ken dj!
- Sarah Hostutler
Dear Ken, Our wedding reception was the most fun party Jay and I had ever been to! You are an incredible DJ and emcee. All of our guests have been telling us that they’ve never been to a better wedding. Our ringbearer said, “I thought all weddings were boring until yours. That party was great!”. Thank you so much Ken! If we ever need another DJ, we’re coming straight to Joe Bunn DJ Company and I will not hesitate to recommend you to all my engaged girlfriends. All the best,
- Suzanne Bostwick
Ken was awesome. He kept the energy level up the entire night, played all the music we had requested and kept the reception on schedule without detracting from the celebration. He is the best!
- Jena Kluegel
Dear Ken, I wanted to say thank you for doing such a wonderful job at our reception! I was so worried that it wouldn’t be a “fun” party and I was worried for nothing. We have received so many calls and comments about how much people enjoyed the reception and the music you played! Also, thank you for being so helpful in moving the whole reception along-from introductions to eating to ice cream to leaving! The whole thing was better than I could have imagined and I truly appreciate your expertise and experience to make everything go so smoothly. I really enjoyed working with you and simply cannot say thank you enough!
- Lesley dePaoli Miller
Ken was awesome! His songs were very appropriate for fourth graders and he was the highlight of the event! He even go out with the kids and showed them a new dance! He will always be my first choice!
- Leslie Whitman
DJ Ken Holmes was terrific in every way! He showed up with so much energy and kept the event going until the very end! He was very professional, extremely nice and very engaging. Our staff said, “Invite him back, he’s great!”
- Janice Rompala
Ken did a wonderful job!! I have decided that he must DJ all my events from now on!!
- Traci Corrigan
Ken is amazing! We received numerous comments on how wonderful of a DJ he was - the FOB said he was the best he’s ever heard! Ken had people up dancing that I would have never even imagined stepping foot on the dance floor. Ken made our perfect evening even more perfect than we could have imagined - he’s the best!
- Paige Ellis-Longest
Hi Ken! Thanks so much for everything! You were awesome and we had such a blast! Have a great day and I’m sending all of my referrals your way!
- Megan & Ben Possiel
I shot the Gray-Possiel wedding on Saturday in Durham. Ken Holmes was the DJ and it was a pleasure to work with him. The guests at the wedding were very casual and laid back and he did an excellent job of getting everyone out on the dance floor and having a great time. I’m sure that you already know this, but Ken is a great asset to you organization.
- Joe Deese Photography
I liked being able to have custom song requests - important for people that like some out of the oridnary stuff. :) The DJ was great and very helpful and friendly and definitely made the night even better. When we had some ‘technical difficulties’ with our slideshow, he was on it, helpful, and we figured an alternative out - thank goodness! He also showed up plenty early and was set up and ready to go on when we needed him. He made helfpul suggestions and was easy to talk to and work with.
- Amy Heckendorf Bonilla
Ken did a great job! People were really ready to party! He added so much to the atmosphere of the event. Thanks!
- Sheena Johnson-Durham Chamber of Commerce
Joe, thank you immensely for sending Ken Holmes to DJ our event Monday night. He did a wonderful job! We also used him as an MC as well and he was happy to do it! Thanks again for lending your services. The event was perfect!
- Jill Sheets-Washington Duke Inn, Durham, NC
I’ve worked with dozens of DJ’s in student government positions in high school, college, and now in law school. Ken was the best I have ever worked with. Extremely professional and great to work with in difficult circumstances.
- Michael Ganley-Campbell Law School
Ken was great! Very professional and extremely helpful! Thanks a lot!!!
- Leslie Hunt
I want to thank Ken for executing a perfect reception. We were a bit early with guest and wedding party arrivals and Ken handled everything beautifully! Thank you so much for making our reception awesome!
- Kara Dooley
Ken, you outdid yourself! The party was wonderful and the music was fabulous. It could not have been more perfect! You really know your stuff, without any aid from me!!!!! Thank you for putting up with my OCD behavior!!! Rebecca and Blake could not get over the sound equipment, the order of the songs and how well it was planned and your ablility to ‘know’ the crowd. They truly had ‘The Time of their Life!’ Thank you again for helping make their engagement party so VERY special!!!
- Kathy Todd-mother of the bride
I just wanted to say thank you for the great DJ that was at the Phi Mu Semi-Formal in Chapel Hill on Friday November 30, 2007. It was a great time… the girls had fun… and everyone was out on the floor dancing pretty much the entire time. Anyway, I just wanted to give praise to the company. It was wonderful working with you all and very easy to do contracts and bills via email and give the last check at the event. Thank you so much and we look forward to working with you in the future.
- Meg Miller-Phi Mu UNC Chapel Hill
Ken received rave reviews from our guests. Multiple people commented that the DJ & music were by far the best they had ever seen at any wedding reception. Lisa and I are thrilled with how the event turned out, and we owe a great deal of credit to Ken’s outstanding performance.
- Eric & Lisa Setzer
Ken was wonderful! The reception went perfectly. Everyone had a great time dancing. I even had a very obscure song request that I wanted to be dedicated to my sister and father as a surprise. He found it! The whole day was like a dream come true. Thanks Ken!
- Karen Bellefeuille Roth
Ken was awesome and everyone had an amazing time dancing thanks to him! Plus, He was so wonderful to work with he took so much stress off me!
- Mara Craft
Everything was great the guests commented that the music was excellent. We have no regrets and nothing but gratitude to Ken Holmes for an excellent service!
- Amy Hildebrand
Ken was great! He was a very likable person and very accomodating to our needs.
- Tina Senter (Novozymes Corp.)
We had a small number of guests, but we were pleased to see a lot of them hit the dance floor! Ken was a great dj, and he sure made our reception a memorable one!
- Rosanna Nelson
Ken was awesome to work with! He did a great job mixing up the music a bit to get more people dancing!
- Amber Spain
Ken was absolutely great! We probably didn’t make his job very easy since we waited until the last minute to submit our event planner, but you wouldn’t have known. With little input from us he still made our reception better than we imagined. We’re still getting compliments on his performance and song selections.
- Jeffrey Russell
Hi Ken, Thank you so much for everything. You did such a great job at the reception! I will definitely recommend you to anyone I know who needs a dj. Thanks again!
- Mary Charles
Dear Ken, Thank you so much for the wonderful job you did for us at our wedding! The music was so great, we got so many compliments! We had such a wonderful time dancing at the reception, and we really appreciate all of your hard work. You really went above and beyond our expectations! Thanks for helping everything run so smoothly and making sure we had a great party! You’re the best!
- Heather & Jason Newberry
Reception was awesome…you did such a great job. Everyone had a wonderful time. Thanks so much for rolling with the punches and picking up and moving everything to get the party going. I can’t thank you enough!!!
- Erin & Bob
Ken Holmes's References
Corporate EventDecember 8th, 2011Cynthia Sharpesharp016@mc.duke.edu (sharp016 null@null mc NULL.duke NULL.edu)
Wedding
April 4th, 2009
Jim Ranieri
jim.ranieri@ymcatriangle.org (jim NULL.ranieri null@null ymcatriangle NULL.org)
Wedding
March 21st, 2009
David & Martha Strick
dc.strick@comcast.net (dc NULL.strick null@null comcast NULL.net)
Father/Daughter Dance
February 28th, 2009
Angel Myers-Macgregor Downs Country Club
amyers@macgregordowns.org (amyers null@null macgregordowns NULL.org)
Wedding
February 14th, 2009
Lisa W. Magno
lisabel7@mindspring.com (lisabel7 null@null mindspring NULL.com)
Private
February 13th, 2009
Heather O'Brien-City of Raleigh Parks & Rec
heather.o'brien@ci.raleigh.nc.us (heather NULL.o)
Corporate
January 30th, 2009
Mary Lloyd Barbera
marylloyd@nctennis.com (marylloyd null@null nctennis NULL.com)
Ken Holmes
Years in the Business: 16
In My Headphones: Zac Brown Band, Taylor Swift, Carolina Liar
Guaranteed to Bring the House Down: "Hot in Herre"-Nelly, "In the Club"-50 Cent
Favorite DJing Experience: Father/Daughter dances turn me to mush. I can’t watch the whole dance...and I don’t even have a daughter!
Ken Holmes's Testimonials
Ken Holmes's References