Called him for a company party, great Dj very professional and he played new and old hits, only top Jams!! Totally recommend him! read more

DJ Joel is my go to DJ. I always recommend him for any event needed. What I enjoy most able him is that he has a WIDE album collection that will suit any need. Always keeps the party going and always professional. All his mixes are live and you wouldn't see him spinning some pre-made BS. Plays to the crowd. Never a dull moment. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!! read more

Thanks again Joel for your service on my birthday. Couldn't have had a better turn out. He was very patient and easy to work with. He understands what is the "hype". I work a lot and don't go out much so with Joel's help I was able to make this birthday worth it and unforgettable. Not only does he do a great job at what he does he also engages everyone around him. Truly a rare breed of people. If you want just another party and wake up next day with a hangover and a mess on your hands. Go make a whole lot of phone calls and get alcohol from Costco. If you want an unforgettable birthday. Call next selection for the best selection. I have called other places and got mediocre service. But this one is hard to beat. And I will be a customer for a lifetime with each year being better than the last. or I'll just go to Costco. read more

Great for weddings! They did our wedding and had the whole dance floor full of people dancing. Made the day memorable for us!

My husband and I hired Joel and his team for our November wedding in 2018. I could honestly say that Joel and his team definitely knows how to hype up the party. He played the songs that I requested along with picking the correct songs to set the mood. Him knowing that my husband and I are from the east bay. He played all music that got us dancing from beginning to end! If you are looking for a DJ that will cater to your needs and work with you to put together a timeline. Joel is definitely your guy!! read more

My husband and I had the pleasure of working with Joel and his team at Next Selection Entertainment last weekend at our client's wedding. If you are looking for a DJ and MC for your event, look no further... you need to hire Joel! He is very professional, well dressed, and has a great personality and charisma. He kept the wedding program on time and most importantly, he played awesome music and got everyone on the dance floor! I promise that if you have Joel at your event, you and your guests will surely have an amazing time! I would highly recommend him to anyone! read more

We hired Next Selection for a corporate event and what can I say...... from audio to visual they took care of it all. We had no idea what we needed and Joel and his team explained it all with pictures. Our presentation through the slides came out flawless and our speak was clear. We will definitely be hiring them for all our events. read more

I contracted Next Selection's Services for a homecoming dance at Valley Christian High School. The DJ showed up three hours earlier to set up and was prepared at the start time of our event. The music was good and he was played the songs we requested which contributed to the success of the event especially since our institution has strict regulations for lyrics. The party lighting definitely added to the atmosphere and was very effective especially since this was a black-light dance. Overall, it was a great event and our school will be using this company again! read more

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Joel and his team came out for a destination wedding to Hawaii and worked alongside our coordination team (Aloha Bridal Connections) for a wonderful wedding. From first contact through the end of the night, it was nothing but smooth communication, professional presence and pure enjoyment! He's easy to chat with, is very knowledgable of events and weddings, and can create a pumpin' party! Everyone was on the dance floor all night. A few standouts: (1) With a new venue to set up at, Joel showed up during the rehearsal to talk with me and get details locked in for the wedding day. His professionalism and preparation on the rehearsal day, and in showing up early on the wedding day really made it all come together. (2)The day of their wedding 5/10/19 was actually the semi-finals Game 6 - Warriors vs. The Rockets. ALL the guests were checking their phones (big sports group!), attention pretty divided for the day overall. This was during cocktail hour, and with little but some background music on the agenda, on the spot Joel set up his speakers and his laptop to start streaming the game. Though not usual practice for a wedding, it was exactly what the guests and couple wanted, and his quick thinking really created a lasting memory for everyone. Walking into the ballroom to see everyone cheering and celebrating the Warriors win was a unique experience for all the vendors, but it made our couple's wedding even more unique and really started off the fun of the night. (3) When I say his music kept everyone on the floor ALL night, I'm not kidding. Old and new music brought groups of all ages out, and his charisma and flow really kept everything going. As a wedding planner, finding reliable DJs and professional MCs can be difficult at times, but Joel and his team did a great job and executing a fun event. ABC gives him the stamp of approval! Thank you again Joel! Hope to see you in Hawaii again. read more

This post is over 2 years late. I'm not the kind of person to complain so I guess that's why it's taken me this long to rate this company. My husband and I got married on 9/8/18. We had a very intimate backyard wedding. When we first spoke to Joel he seemed like the perfect DJ. He even asked us specifically to not hire a "day of" coordinator. He said because he would have such a great understanding of what our day would look like he would basically play that role and a "day of coordinator" would get in the way. So day of the wedding comes. I'm so overwhelmed by everything. The DJ introduced himself... didn't look like his picture but I was so distracted that I didn't even notice it wasn't DJ Noel. I wouldn't have cared if the rest of the evening had gone to plan BUT it was horrible. There were multiple times where I had to look for him. He didn't know my timeline (he came to me during the reception to ask me if I was ready to move on to the next step). In the end he did play good dancing music and that was probably the only part I was happy with this company. I would never hire them again!!! read more

Joel and his crew MC'd/DJ'd our wedding last month, and it's still memorable of how great a job they did! Communicating with Joel via email was quick and fast, and everything we needed was covered in the emails and streamlined as well. The set-up and decor was beautiful, and the music choice fit the whole night. Not only that, but working with him on the day of the wedding made my wife and I breathe a sign of relief because of just how smooth it ran. From timeline status to recommending what to start next, Joel and his crew made our night stress free. Would definitely recommend these guys for your wedding/event! read more

Joel is awesome! He knows how to keep the party super hyphy! Also, he definitely knows how to transition depending on the crowds' mood.

If you are looking for a DJ to for any event I would totally recommend Joel. From back yard parties ,baby showers ,weddings and New Years parties Joel is your go to man. His music is on point and definitely knows how to keep the crowd moving. Thank you Joel ! read more

Everything we asked and more! Joel is a very professional and talented MC/DJ. He worked with our vendors closely to assure everything went smoothly. His timeline was spot on and we did not have to worry about a thing. My wife and I had a blast and I thank Joel for making it possible. He played all the songs we requested. Transitioned our programs well. And adjusted things around to make sure we had time for everything. We recommend his business to friends and family. Thanks again for the dope beats! read more

Joel is the Picasso of vinyl - hands down, one of the most professional DJ's I know. If you need someone incredibly talented, experienced and fresh - Joel is your man. He reads the crowd like a book, and knows how to turn it up at any event. Once he starts his set, even the aunties will want to get down. I highly recommend Joel for all your Bay Area events. read more

Joel is killing it. He is one of a kind. I hired him because he was down to earth, professional, and on point. If you want a DJ who can host, play good music, and keep people dancing, this is your man. When my wife and I met with him to DJ for our wedding, we told him exactly what we wanted and what we were unsure about. He comes prepared with questions and ideas to make things perfect. He also follows up. When we asked about other services we were looking for, Joel was able to provide referrals. More important than that, he can be in two places at once. He's a ninja. We had a ceremony in the park at 4PM and a banquet to follow. He was able to transition between the two seemlessly. When things need to be switched up on the fly, Joel can handle it. read more

We hired Next Selection to be apart of our 10th annual Cancer Survivors Day and am very happy with the outcome. Joel was very attentive and responsive leading up to the event. He provided all the equipment we requested for, arranged an upbeat-family friendly playlist, worked with the speakers/performers and kept up with our event agenda. I definitely appreciated not having to worry in this area. Thanks Joel! read more

I've been to a lot of weddings and Joel Dj'd this last one I attended and had the guests dancing all night. It's very rare to see a full crowd dancing all night long and Joel had us going from start to finish. His MC skills were perfect with all the right words. The crowd definitely loved him and I would highly recommend him to anyone wanting DJ Services!!! read more

Joel was great to work with. Great price, excellent in communications and level of energy during the party. He was very flexible and accomodating with guests. Key with Joel is his experience with music of different backgrounds. He was punctual and very proffesional as well. We look forward to working with him again! read more

Joel and his crew bring the music to our company party last Saturday 12-14-18 in Embassy suite by Hilton hotel. Music was great my only complaint was that I requested a song and he said that he knew the song and never played ask him twice and he give some attitude the last time I ask... so my friend requested same song after some hours and same story total of 3 people requested the song, party was over and the song never played.... read more

I was gifting gobo lighting to my brother for his wedding ceremony and a couple weeks before the wedding, my lighting guys' equipment was stolen which left me scrambling to find a replacement. A friend recommended Joel and Next Selection to me and I couldn't be more thankful. At the last minute, Joel worked with me to find the patterns that we wanted, get them in on time, and worked with me to fit my budget. Everything turned out beautiful. Thank you, Joel! read more

I hired these guys for a corporate party and had an awesome time! Will definitely give them a call again next time.

I highly recommend anyone looking for a DJ to book DJ Strive (Joel)! whether it be a backyard BBQ, Baby shower, Kids Birthday party, Wedding etc. you will not be disappointed! After seeing Joel DJ a graduation party I attended a few years ago. My Boyfriend and I decided to hire Joel to DJ our daughters first birthday, My Daughter is going to be three this year and some of our guest still make comments about how good the music was, some have even reached out to us months after to get Joel's contact information for future events! Filling out the contract that Joel provided was a breeze. He was completely accessible leading up to the day, and was very responsive which I was super grateful for, He answered all my questions and concerns! Joel showed up to my daughters birthday party a few mins early to set up all his professional equipment, everything was up and running in a matter of mins! Joel is easy to work with and I really cannot say enough wonderful things about him! My sister in-law loved the choice of music played at my daughters first birthday that she booked Joel for my mother in-laws 60th/NYE bash last year! And again, turn out was awesome! its always a pleasure doing business with him! Our family we will continue to use Joel as our go to DJ! read more

Not only is Joel a great person but he is also one of the best DJ's in the bay! The client is always top of mind for Joel as it comes through in his preparation for any event. I would highly recommend him for any get together from weddings to office parties. Give him a call, you won't be disappointed! read more

We had a Sweet 16th birthday party with 100+ guests. Joel was very helpful setting up everything prior to the event, helping us with all music related questions and Anthony did a fantastic job making this party unforgettable. His music made the crowd dance all night, everyone had a great time. I can't thank you guys enough for the fantastic job! Highly recommended. read more

Joel was a great DJ for our graduation party!! He flew to Oahu for the party and did a great job. His music was perfect, good music for the eating time, all the top hits and throwbacks for the dancing. He was very kind and even helped announce our raffles. We couldn't have asked for a better DJ he gave us everything we could've wanted and more. read more

This review is long over due...Let me start of by saying, I am theee biggest procrastinator lol I'm a very last minute person. Thanks to Joel, he helped my husband and I not only with entertainment but letting us know the in's and out's for preparing for our special day. He listened to our needs, helped us with with our program, pretty much kept us in the right path. Not only was Joel our DJ, he was also our coordinator and our officiant! He's a package deal. You can't go wrong with Joel and his crew! Thank you so much Next Selection! read more

Glad Joel was there for my daughter's surprise grad party. He was very experienced and easy to work with, even helped me with the flow of events. I had a whole program planned and when things hit a snag, he was quick to guide and keep things in order. What a tremendous help! We were definitely in good hands throughout the event. And yes, great DJ/music, no problems there. He is a busy guy so don't get easily turned off if you don't hear back right away but he keeps to his word. I did provide him with thorough details beforehand which I thought helped. read more

First off, i want to say Joel is amazing! He is very well prepared and has a variety of music genres. He is very active and very engaging with the audience which I find very impressive. Having the DJ interact with the audience makes a difference and it just makes the party more upbeat and very entertaining. I would highly recommend booking Joel for your next special event. read more

Incredible value, customer service and expertise.. Their team helped me set up and execute an incredible audio and visual design for a hundred plus person company party! I rented the best projector available at an incredibly reasonable price... Just shop around a little bit and you will see what I mean. The team helped me set up the system and offered their cell phone for any issues I needed.. They were incredibly helpful.. Last year I used one of their competitors and the experience was mediocre at best.. HIGHEST RECOMMENDATION EVER! Book them today for any audio and visual needs!! read more

Joel and his crew DJ'd our company party and provided a photo booth in a great package deal. He was extremely professional and responsive before the event, and was sure to check in with me periodically during the event to make sure everything was on track. I didn't give him specific songs to play, but the guideline that we wanted music that was lots of fun to dance to without being inappropriate for a work function. He did an amazing job balancing this specification with keeping the crowd going all night, and dealing with requests. The photo booth was also a huge hit. Joel brought props and is providing me with all of the images from the booth so we can make a collage and send out to the company. Everyone said they had a blast! I would definitely recommend for anyone looking for a great DJ and/or photo booth at a great price! read more

I hired Joel for my 21st birthday party, and I couldn't be more satisfied with his services! He really accommodated my personal taste in music, and he was a super lively and enthusiastic mc as well. He has really professional equipment, and I can tell that he is very experienced at what he does because of the high quality of sound and entertainment that he provides his customers with. If you have any special events coming up, I highly recommend hiring Joel to be your dj! You won't be disappointed :) read more

I booked Joel for my wedding last year. He was easy to get a hold of and was very flexible with all our requests. He was very professional and most importantly, kept the party going. His mixing was flawless and the uplighting/visuals were some of the best I have seen. All my friends I recommended to him have been pleased and I would definitely recommend him for all your DJing needs. read more

Great Service. Awesome Dj. Really easy to work with, Joel listens to your needs and will do his best to meet them. Had the opportunity to witness him work at my buddy's wedding and though it was a young crowd he found time to play some oldies for the older guest to get involved in the fun. Awesome personality overall. Hire this guy. read more

Joel never fails to keep a party going. He is well rounded when it comes to different genres of music. From 80's, 90's, reggae..the list goes on. Whatever you're into no doubt he'll have it. You can tell he loves doing what he does. Joel is definitely one to hit up if you're looking for a DJ!! =) read more

Joel was great being our DJ. He carried out everything we asked for and more. He was very considerate of the guests and ensure everyone had fun while keeping the reception hall free from potential hazards. Very flexible and easy to work with. Highly recommend him! read more

I highly recommend to book with DJ Strive. He has professionalism and has been a DJ for 14 years. He knows how to keep the party going. I first met him at a day club and everyone was enjoying the vibe. He has a plethora playlist from old school to current. He enjoys what he does-keeping the dance floor full of people and seeing them having fun. Book him for your next event-whether it's a cotillon, wedding or school dance. read more

Hired Joel to do my Bat Mitzvah and nothing he was nothing sort of professional. Of course I didn't expect him to have any traditional Hebrew songs in his playlist, but I provided him with all the appropriate music for the formal part of the ceremony and he was awesome. After the ceremony we were able to boogie down to an eclectic mix of chacha, old school, and even a little rock music...he even got my Uncle Mick grooving out. A+ read more

Strive is the best Dj. He know how to conform the the crowd which I was very aware about because most Dj's don't know how to. I appreciated his performance and He even took requests on the spot and was able to mix into to his mix. Book him now! read more

Dj Strive is really professional with his work.. Hired him a few times already and will continue because he gets everyone off their seats and enjoy the dance floor.. Very coordinated and dressed to the occasion.. read more