La Bella And The Beat

07/17/2024

When the beat drops and you can’t help but shout your favorite song at the top of your lungs—that’s the unforgettable atmosphere I aim to bring to every event. Looking to make your next celebration legendary?

Let’s chat! 🎶 to see more epic party moments and to book your date. Because your big day deserves a big beat.

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06/14/2024

From the first beat to the last dance, Rebecca and Matt’s wedding was a symphony of unforgettable moments and heartfelt connections. As their DJ, it’s not just about playing music—it’s about understanding the heartbeats behind the celebration. 🎉 Swipe to feel the energy of a night where every note played was a note of their lives together. 💫

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05/13/2024

Saturday. Saturday. SATURDAYYYYY!!!

Make sure you RSVP in advance! (Link in BIO)

Looking forward to seeing you at one of my favorite spots to talk more about how glorious your wedding will be! Do NOT miss this!

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05/05/2024

It’s important to connect. If you don’t vibe with your DJ, it simply won’t work to your advantage. Whether the first meeting with a prospective DJ or the last, you are doing yourself a disservice by NOT taking every step necessary to ensure you’ve found the right person. I still find Mimi’s hesitation to leave me a review being over a concern that it’s posting might make things, “over between us” was the biggest compliment I could have ever received. Spoiler alert: IT ISN’T and you, Christine, and I are long overdue for a great hang. ❤️

04/13/2024

I wanna talk tough times…it’s been a tough week. In tough times I look to triumphant stories like this one to remind me that we, as resourceful humans, will always find a way to make it through. We survive and carry on. From lakefront dreams to backyard serenades, their story was a symphony of soul that weathered storms and danced under the sun’s encore. Sara and Jesse’s trust in their team turned “unprecedented” challenges into a breathtaking backyard ‘I do,’ with each step of the way resonating with empathy and understanding. This couple isn’t just a partnership; they’re a testament to the melody of life—moving from torrential rains to the toasty (sweaty, really) warmth of family and friends. Together, we all spun a tale of resilience, from notes of uncertainty to a crescendo of immense celebration. Now, they’re bouncing through the wild ride of parenthood, with life’s tempo ever-changing but their harmony ever-strong. And as they stepped onto life’s next stage, they made me look ‘very legit’ as Sara mentioned—the ultimate DJ’s accolade. Haha! Here’s to the nights where the wild winds of joy rip pants, spill drinks, and break sweats. Cheers to chapters written, sounds spun, and little ones to teach the dance. Love you all.
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04/06/2024

Please consider making a contribution to support Anna, Ryker, and Stella during this exceptionally difficult time. My dear friend, Keith loved them all so very much. Anything to soften the sadness of their loss…❤️

Anna, Ryker and Stella have to being the journey … Danielle La Valley needs your support for Love for Anna and their babies. Passing of Keith Hornberger

03/09/2024

2025’s calendar is filling up fast, but your chance to make 2024 epic isn’t over! Secure one of the remaining prime dates now. Don’t miss the beat – let’s chat TODAY!
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02/29/2024

That’s right...Thicc Boi coming out of hibernation. Lots of new and exciting things coming down the pipe for 2024 and beyond and I’m AMPED for it!

As the snow melts early (SHOUTOUT PUNXSUTAWNEY PHIL) this winter I’m stirring it up sooner than usual.
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I don’t traditionally have an “off-season” per se, as there are always events and activities sprinkled throughout the winter months here at HQ. We do have more school vacations more frequently than usual and I use this time window to focus on deeper internal work and spend lots of QT with my cuties. I also use a lot of this time to reconnect with the magical essence of what brought me here in the first place.

I’m excited to reveal some new adventures awaiting everyone as the spring brings the birdies back. TWEET TWEET, Y’ALL! 🐦
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02/03/2024

Throwing up this perfect Polaroid and raising a toast to the nights we'll always remember with the friends we'll never forget. Here's to love, laughter, and the happily ever after vibes! 🥂
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02/03/2024

As the spotlight dims on the world around them, their first dance as a married couple begins. Each step, a gentle echo of their journey; each look, a silent vow. Surrounded by the warmth of friends and family, they move as one, hearts in rhythm, love on display—a dance of a lifetime. That eye contact in that moment is EVERYTHING.⁣•
I want this to be perfect every.single.time. You deserve precisely that.
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11/23/2023

I had an absolute blast at The 2023 DJ Collective in Atlanta! 🍑 Three days of mixing, mingling, and mega-minding with the most talented DJs in the game. Thanks to and Uncle for another unforgettable experience. -PS: Joe, your talk meant more than you know. 🙏
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All the extra crispy images in carousel were all sniped by the superhuman except for the one of me, Zeb, and Norah that we COLLECTIVEly (YES, pun intended) posed for like 6 times before closing the shutter for real. 🤣
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Shouts to the squaddies for the endless inspiration and the hilariously indelible moments. Can't wait for the next iteration of such an amazing event.

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11/14/2023

My head has been down. I have been doing deep work. I pour a LOT into every experience and interaction I share with some pretty amazing people with whom I am so fortunate to share time/space. Just wanna say thank you to everyone sharing love, support, hugs, and high fives. Let’s continue THIS until the wheels fall off! ❤️


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08/04/2023

Hi. I’m very much alive. I took a very mindful break to soak up the summer sun with my loved ones 🌞🏖️ Unplugging to recharge and cherish precious moments with family as the air already smells like the summer is slipping away…

Sending much love and gratitude for my understanding clients and followers who support my wild ride. More delicious content on the way soon.

06/22/2023

Here’s your official welcome to summer in New England. We have the ocean, mountains, lakes, rivers, and ALL the green broccoli looking things…yes, city friends, we call those “trees”!
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I say it all the time: we ARE the destination for a destination event. We truly have it all and I can’t imagine being parked permanently in any other spot. Come up and see us sometime! 😉
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05/30/2023

Making some magic with my clients! ✨✨✨
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"We are beyond grateful that we chose Jay for our wedding DJ. Jay is thoughtful when going through the planning process, and makes sure that the vision that was discussed comes to life in the most magical way. We’ve received countless compliments on the music and lighting at our event. Thank you, Jay, for being the true MVP of our reception party. You brought the energy, and kept it all night long!! We can’t recommend Jay enough, and hope to find a reason to book him again in the future!" -Kia, The Knot

04/26/2023

Feels like fall out there but I KNOW more 🔥🔥🔥 is right around the corner!
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04/13/2023

I love when my couples want to PARTY!!! DoorDash canNOT bring it in a red bag like THIS!
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"Jay was absolutely unreal as our wedding DJ! He turned our wedding into a night club in the best way possible, we wanted a nonstop dance party & he delivered. We’ve been to so many weddings recently & Jay provided us with a truly unique set list that our guests loved. I sent him way too many song recommendations and he absolutely killed it using that inspo, he mixed the entire night and our dance floor was 100% packed for hours. We had a great connection with him from the first outreach & he understood our music vision for every phase of the day. His extra resources, tools, and willingness to be at our rehearsal were all above & beyond the call of duty. Jay, we appreciate you & could not more highly recommend your services!" - Kelly, The Knot

04/10/2023

Sometimes family dances just hit different. There are lots of occasions where formal dances are just not on the ‘To-Do’ list. For those that place some heavy weight on these moments, I try my absolute hardest to make them just right. It’s kind of weird to dance with Dad in front of all your friends and family watching and I really don’t want the spirit of these dances spoiled by awkwardness. Some want the full-length cuts of these songs but others prefer that I perform a custom edit in advance that preserves the original integrity of the track but also keeps those on the floor focused on their steps and, of course, on each other. As a dude that will one day ask his OWN daughter to dance on her special day (already crying thinking about it), I know that I will want that experience to be nothing short of perfect.
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PS: Sorry, not sorry, but Butterfly Kisses is too long and just BEYOND cringey. There are some fantastic ways to keep things soft and sentimental while infusing fun into the mix. Playing around with mashups and transitions from slow and schmaltzy to upbeat and energetic can really change the game and please EVERYONE involved with the unexpected!
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04/05/2023

A friendly reminder: you miss 100% of the shots you never take. If you assume your favorite vendors are booked, you might be surprised! Many of us are more selective than ever when it comes to those with whom we choose to spend our time and energy. It’s never too early to reach out to vendors you love but conversely, just because it is late in the game by ‘Pando-Related Ripple Effect’ standards doesn’t mean we are all completely unavailable. You never know unless you ask! 💫

03/26/2023

Bouncing back from a birthday and I have a confession to make: The inbox is getting FULL It may be the slower season, but it's BUSY season for inquiries and meetings. I’m so pumped for the thaw to bring on even more excitement in the future!
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PS: Happy Anniversary to these two lovelies!
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03/10/2023

Every event is different. The music that plays at your yours should match YOUR vibe and who you you share it with. Don't be afraid to select the songs you love. It's MY job to make it all flow and get everyone moving!

03/06/2023

DON’T BURN THAT TOAST!
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Let me clarify…toasts are important during a wedding or any formal engagement. This is a rather hefty responsibility that requires careful consideration and proper planning. That said, if you don’t have someone special in mind for this honorable task, you don’t need to haphazardly put someone in the hot seat. There doesn’t always NEED to be an official toast!
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Be selective about who you bestow the great power and responsibility of being a toastmaster of your occasion. The character, tonality, and ultimate theme of one’s speech should be appropriate for the entire audience witnessing this moment. Some rules that don’t need to be mentioned always apply, but you should have a fairly good idea of what to expect from particular individuals nominated to hold a microphone at the big show.
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For those preparing a speech, I highly recommend that you be honest about your abilities and your comfort level before committing to this role. You don’t have to overthink it, but you should know well in advance whether or not you are the right person for the job. It’s ok to say no; especially, if you are doing so for the sake of an event’s overall success. Usually, there is a reason why you’ve been asked to speak in this setting and someone believes in your ability to do the right thing at the right time. Intent matters, and it always shines through the nerves, jitters, and occasional tears.
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CHEERS!
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02/21/2023

As I continue to reflect upon a very busy season, these reviews put a huge smile on my face.
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"I don’t have enough good things to say about Jay! From your first phone call over a year out from our wedding I knew he was our DJ. He was kind, funny and very knowledgeable about the wedding world. He has a great communication and helped guide my fiancé and I every step of the way and answered all of our questions ahead of time... The day of the wedding he was timely, flexible and kept people on the dance floor all night long. The following day my guests raved about how awesome Jay was! It was an absolutely pleasure to work with Jay and I would 10/10 recommend him to anybody seeking out a DJ for their next event!" - Amanda, The Knot

02/13/2023

IT’S GAMEDAY! RUN, don't walk to book your vendors for 2023. Many of us are fully booked for 2023 and are booking into as far as 2025. There are still a few fantastic dates remaining for epic end zone celebrations. If you haven’t reached out yet, throw those Hail Mary’s ASAP! Ready? BREAK! 👏 🏈
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