Q: Are you really a DJ?

Absolutely. I have the gear, the playlists, the experience—and the monkey logo to prove it. 🎧🐒 From weddings to backyard parties, corporate events to karaoke nights, I’ve spun tunes, read crowds, and kept dance floors alive. I take the music seriously, but never myself. That’s the Bad Monkey DJ way.

Q: What's with the slogan "Silly Name, Serious Entertainment"?

A: That was my attempt to explain the name of the business. I was going to borrow a line from Ghostbusters— “Twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week! No job is too big, no fee is too big!” —but common sense (and my wife) stepped in and said, “Absolutely not.” So instead, you get Bad Monkey DJ—a name inspired by my daughter’s drawing (yes, she was staring right at me the whole time), a sense of humor, and the idea that fun should always come first. Whether it’s the logo or the DJ, we don’t take ourselves too seriously—but we’re serious about making your event awesome.

Q: I'm not sure I would like a big monkey face in my wedding pictures. What's with the Bad Monkey?

A: Are you saying I have a monkey face??? I thought I left that behind in high school... 😂 Whether it’s the BadMonkeyDJ logo or my own "monkey face," one thing’s for sure—I’ll do everything I can to make your event fun and unforgettable. The secret to being a good DJ? Don’t take yourself too seriously. Fun fact: the monkey design came from my daughter. She was watching me closely while she drew it… which raises a few questions. 😅 I figured “Bad Monkey DJ” sounded like a blast—and here we are. If it helps, I can Photoshop a bow tie on the monkey to class things up a bit. 🎩🐒

Q: Do you wear a monkey suit during your gigs?

A: Unfortunately, my monkey suit's been stuck at the cleaners for the last three years. Who knew fake fur and a mix of nacho cheese and Corona don’t play well together? Lesson learned... maybe.

Q: What do you charge?

A: Please refer to the classic Ghostbusters motto: “No job is too big, no fee is too big!” Just kidding… 😄 Rates do vary depending on the venue and event. There’s no charge for setup or tear-down time—you only pay for the actual performance time. For more details, check out the Pricing page.

Q: If you play "insert some sad song" by "insert some sad artist" you will make my Grandpa cry. How can this be avoided?

A: Nothing clears a dance floor faster than crying relatives—unless it’s a happy cry. That’s why you rarely see DJs at funerals. 😬 Luckily, I have all my clients fill out a music questionnaire before the event. It includes both a “Please Don’t Play” list and a “Please Play This Even If No One Else Wants To Hear It” list (because hey, it’s your party). Anything on the “Don’t Play” list will not be played—no exceptions, not even for that third cousin twice removed who somehow ended up on the guest list. I work for you, not them.

Common reasons NOT to play certain songs

1. It was the song from your last relationship which ended badly and hearing it would be way too painful.
2. The song was played at your dog's funeral, and you still feel bad about hitting him with your car.
3. Every time a DJ plays "Rocky Top" your crazy Uncle Ron starts his infamous clog dancing.
4. You really don't want to hear Grandma sing along with "Smack That" by Akon.

Q. Do you have lights and mirror balls and smoke machines and other cool DJ equipment?

A: Yes—I’ve got all that stuff and more! I love crazy DJ lights, and let’s be honest—no setup is complete without a mirror ball. I’ve also discovered that a thick layer of fog not only makes the lights look amazing… it also does wonders for your DJ’s appearance. 😎✨