Client Testimonials

“Yes! Joe was fantastic! Our dance floor was packed with people of all ages! We received so many compliments on how great our DJ was and that he “never missed a beat”! It was a great mix of current pop hits, throwbacks, and Italian music!”

“Joe does an amazing job in keeping the energy throughout the whole reception. The dance floor was lovely the entire night and he incorporated all of our must have songs as well as ones from genres that we really liked. He did a great job with the timeline and the uplighting was great.”

“Joe came highly recommended by several family and friends, and now we can’t recommend him enough! From the very beginning, he made the planning process so easy and stress-free. Joe took the time to really understand what we wanted and was incredibly accommodating, always quick to respond to our questions and requests.He nailed the music perfectly, especially during the father/daughter dance—mixing songs seamlessly and creating moments we’ll never forget. Throughout the night, Joe kept the energy high and the dance floor packed, playing an amazing mix of songs that everyone loved.Thank you so much, Joe, for making our special day even more memorable with your talent and professionalism. We’re so grateful! Marri and James”

“DJ Joe Nardi absolutely crushed our "Disco 45" birthday party! He exceeded all expectations...keeping the energy high and the dance floor packed from start to finish. The music was perfectly curated, and the vibe never dropped. Guests are still raving about how much fun they had. Highly recommend DJ Joe!”

“DJ Joe Nardi did an amazing job at DJ'ing our wedding reception. The music was amazing and the feedback from our guests was positive!! Everyone had a great time and danced the night away! We would highly recommend him!!!”

“Wish we could leave 10 stars! Music is such an important element of making or breaking a wedding and we can confidently say that working with Joe + AfterHours Music made our wedding one for the books! Not only is Joe amazing to work with, he knows how to get the party started and keep the dance floor packed all night long. We've gotten countless compliments about how this was the best wedding guests had ever been to -- guests were dancing in their seats during dinner, waiting for the dance floor to "officially open". Trust us when we say, ain't no party like a Nardi party!”

“Our wedding day was truly magical, and a huge part of that magic was because of Joe! He and I collaborated a lot on the music and the energy & sound we wanted. From the moment the music started, it was clear we were in for an unforgettable night. Joe perfectly captured the vibe we wanted, seamlessly mixing our favorite bangers with crowd-pleasing hits that had everyone on the dance floor.What really stood out was how effortlessly he read the room. Whether it was setting the mood during dinner with the perfect blend of background tunes or cranking up the energy with a surprise remix that had our guests cheering. Joe nailed every moment. He even handled last-minute requests with ease, making it feel like each song was handpicked just for us.If you're looking for a DJ who is not only talented but also personable, professional, and truly invested in making your day special, look no further. Our wedding wouldn't have been the same without Joe!Thank you for turning our wedding into a night we'll never forget. Highly, highly recommend!”

“Joe did an amazing job at our wedding. His website portal was very easy to work with and he played all of our songs that we requested on our wedding day. All our guests complimented on how great the DJ was and had everyone on the dance floor all night. Joe is very punctual, professional and pronounced all of our bridal party last names correctly for introductions. We would recommened Joe to anyone getting married in the future!”

“We can’t recommend DJ Nardi enough! Throughout our wedding planning process, he was very responsive and willing to answer any questions, offer suggestions and schedule a phone call to talk through details. His online platform made it so easy to upload our timeline and detailed information and make song requests. Throughout our wedding night, the dance floor was packed the whole time! DJ Nardi knows how to get the party started and keep it going! His MC skills were great and everything went according to our planned timeline perfectly as he kept things on track. Our guests had so much fun on the dance floor all night. Thank you DJ Nardi for helping to make our wedding so much fun!”

“When I say the best, it is an UNDERSTATMENT. Joe knew how to get the party going, keep the party going and had everyone on the dance floor for HOURS.The vibes were immaculate. This is the definition of what a DJ for a wedding should be !!Would recommend 1000/10.We love Joe !”

“Joe is a legit pro, he had our dance floor full all night long! We had a lot of songs and requests to flow through the night and Joe executed and blew it out of the water. I would highly, highly recommend Joe for any event. His mixes, song choices, and energy made our night! Thank you Joe!”

“Best DJ! Everyone was dancing the whole night and loved the music!”

“Joe was able to keep the party going throughout the night. There was not a time when there were not people on the dance floor. There were so many compliments on how great he was! We did not give him a full list of songs and recommendations, but he was able to make the perfect playlist. There was music for all age ranges. He helped so much with the intro line up and keeping us on schedule throughout the night. The monogram and lights also added the perfect touch to our venue. We were so happy with the work DJ Joe Nardi did, and we will recommend him to anyone needing a DJ in the future.”

“Joe was seriously THE BEST DJ! Our dance floor was packed the entire wedding. He was so easy to work with, very responsive to our questions and was able To accommodate all our requests. Not to mention he is truly the nicest guy. Don't hesitate a second and just book Joe to DJ your wedding, I promise you won't regret it!”

“Joe DJ'ed a wedding I attended in 2021. We had such an amazing night, dancing for hours, that we just knew we HAD to have Joe for our wedding as well. You can tell that he has a great attention to detail, true experience, and an immense amount of passion for his craft. He kept our dance floor lively the entire night - even with all of our guests' requests. We could not recommend Joe enough! Book him ASAP!”

“Joe was lovely to work with! He was accessible and friendly throughout the planning process as well as professional and organized the day of our wedding. Would highly recommend!”

“Joe did an amazing job! He is so kind, professional and a great communicator. He kept everyone on the dance floor all night and everyone genuinely enjoyed themselves! We loved having Joe DJ our wedding and would recommend him to anyone!”

“Joe was able to keep the dance floor lively the entire night. He has DJ'd 3 weddings I've been to and has done a great job each time.”

“Joe was the best DJ we could've asked for for our wedding. Our dance floor was completely packed from the beginning until end! We received so many compliments on our DJ and music and our wedding would not have been what it was without After Hours Music!”

“If you are thinking about hiring Joe for your wedding, absolutely DO IT!!! He was the best DJ we could have imagined. He read the room perfectly and kept the dance floor packed our entire reception! We had so many guests ask for his contact information and our photographer asked to add him to her recommended vendor list. His planning guide and meeting were so organized and helpful. The uplighting looked beautiful in our reception room. He did an incredible job with introductions, speeches, etc. and kept the vibes up the entire time! THANK YOU THANK YOU JOE!”

“Our wedding experience wouldn’t be the same without Joe. His ability to read a room and adapt is unparalleled. We are so grateful for him and his expertise.Tyler and Zoee Hill”

“Absolutely blown away! Everything from the music, the set up and the communication was phenomenal. We gave our must play songs and the set list around them was literally perfect. Our guests raved about how much they loved the music and we couldn’t of asked for anything better! THANK YOU A MILLION TIMES!!!”

“Joe played all of our song requests and more that kept everyone on the dance floor! Everyone told us how they did not want to leave the dancefloor because they were having so much fun. We have never been to a wedding where a dance floor was packed from start to finish. Joe is very organized and made sure our introductions, toasts, speeches and first dance were all on schedule. His uplighting was also amazing and set the mood for the night. Not to mention, his DJ booth/lights are very sleek/professional looking.”

“Joe did such an amazing job at our wedding on New Years Eve, he kept everyone on the dance floor all night and went above our expectations! We are so happy with how everything went and people have still been telling us how great he was!! With it being New Years Eve, Joe did more than just DJ he did a whole countdown for the new year and helped us celebrate our love with everyone we love and ring in the new year, we couldn’t have asked for anything better. I will recommend Joe to anyone I know that is in need of a DJ for sure!!!”

“From start to finish Joe was absolutely the man! He was more than accommodating towards us and then some. I could only give 5 stars otherwise he is a 10 star rating. I consider Joe a dear friend after our wedding that's how great of a job he did. Thank you again for helping us throw the biggest and most fun wedding ever!!”

“Joe did an awesome job keeping the dance floor groovin all night!! He is the absolute best in the business. From start to finish, working with him was so easy! There was never a dull moment of the evening! Even the dinner music was on point! Thank you DJ Nardi for making my wedding the greatest dance party ever!!! PS- Can’t forget to raise a glass to your assistant! Xo”

“I cannot say enough great things about Joe!! Everything was spot on during our reception and he worked well with us leading up to our special day. He had no problem with people's requests all night and kept everyone on the dance floor all night. Overall it was one of the best experiences I have ever had and would highly recommend.”

“Joe was absolutely amazing!! Not only did he play all the music that we requested, but he also played music that had our guests dancing through the night. By far one of our favorite vendors at our wedding. I would highly recommend Joe and plan on having him DJ our next event! Thanks so much, Joe!”

“Joe absolutely crushed it! Everyone is asking about the highlight of my wedding and the answer is easy....the dance floor and music. He really read the crowd and played the best mix all night. I never wanted it to end and cannot wait to hire him again!”

“DJ Nardi is absolutely the best DJ! From the moment we booked with him he guided us through the process, shared ideas on what makes a wedding a success and what we needed before the special day. From our ceremony music to our dinner music and the best part was the dancing everyone did all night long. He set the overall vibe and everyone was on the dance floor all night and up until the very last minute. He’s a great DJ offering a variety of music, mixing it just right and really knows how to read the crowd. If your looking for the best of the best it’s DJ Nardi! He’s also a great MC and kept our party flowing all night long. Thanks Joe Nardi for everything you did for us that day you made our day a night to remember. Your simply the BEST!”

“DJ Joe Nardi had the whole wedding party dancing all night long. Played all the popular music starting from the oldies all the way to todays music all mixed in together. There was no awkward stopping in between music. Everything was beautifully blended in together. He did an absolute amazing job. Every guest complimented on how great our DJ was. We couldn't ask for a better person to have done our wedding.”

“Joe is seriously the best! He is so responsive and the nicest guy! Our wedding was such a hit and the dance floor was never empty. He played a great variety of music and the night was such a blast. The transitions throughout the day were flawless thanks to Joe! Everyone who was there could not stop talking about how amazing the music was from our friends, cousins, grandparents, etc! If you need a DJ for an event, DJ Nardi from Afterhours Music is definitely the best choice! Thanks for everything Joe, you're the best!”

“AMAZING DJ! We used After Hours Music for our wedding in early June, and everyone is talking about how great the DJ/music was. The dancefloor was packed the entire time. Joe was easy and great to work with, would highly recommend. We knew about After Hours Music because friends used him for their wedding, and both weddings were fantastic music wise. We would not change a thing if we had to do it again, and would definitely recommend Joe for anyone searching for a great DJ!Daniel & Megan Thiel”

“Joe Nardi went above and beyond for our wedding. His communication and attention to detail are top notch. He went the extra mile to create an atmosphere that not just the bride and groom but all the guests enjoyed. It was truly a magical day and night, and we could not thank Joe enough for executing it the way he did. 5 stars all the way, thank you so much, Joe! Love, Gia and Michael”

“Joe Nardi is the best DJ! I was absolutely clueless with exactly what music we wanted played for our wedding but he nailed it! His webpage also gives you suggestions to play at certain times like "bouquet toss" which we loved! He really will check every box to make your special moments even greater!”

“Joe Nardi is the best! Not only were our guests dancing until the wedding was over, but we also received SO many compliments on the DJ/Music after our wedding! This is the second time our family has used Joe as a wedding DJ and I highly recommend him to all my friends/family! I gave him a general idea of the type of music I wanted to have played and he killed it!! So so happy with our decision to go with Joe!”

“Looking for a DJ? Joe was amazing! From the initial planning - he was super quick to respond (quicker than I was at responding back), he was super easy to work with, and ensured our wedding was perfect. Super organized and super professional. We gave him very little direction and just asked him to play a variety of music to get everyone dancing. He did exactly that. He knew what to play, speakers sounded awesome too! Looking for a DJ? Hands down - Joe is your guy.”

“Being completely clueless about music to play at a wedding. We turned everything over to Joe and he did an amazing job!! Everyone was complimenting us on the quality of music and choice of songs!! His choice of equipment is great as well. Small footprint, lot of sound!”

“Joe is the absolute best! Prompt and keeps the people dancing! 10/10”

“Joe was absolutely incredible to work with from start to finish. We had Joe DJ our wedding and not only was his planning software a breeze to work with, he kept nearly our ENTIRE guest list on the dance floor from start to finish. To find a DJ that can capture the crowd and nail it song after song is truly a diamond in the rough - book with Joe, you will NOT regret it! Thank you Afterhours Music for helping to give us the wedding of our dreams!”

“Joe was amazing from start to finish. The planning was so organized, and to the point. The party was amazing and he knew exactly what the crowd wanted! We had an amazing time and a blast thanks to him!”

“Joe is seriously the best!! He is very responsive and is just the nicest guy! Our wedding was such a hit and the dance floor was never empty! He played such a variety of music, it just made the night such a blast, and transitions through each different event throughout the night was simply amazing!! Everyone who attended could not stop talking about how amazing the music was and how much fun they had!! Seriously if you need a DJ for an event, hire Joe Nardi of Afterhours Music! You will not be disappointed!”

“Joe was beyond amazing! He is so professional and easy going. All of our guests could not stop talking about how they have never seen that many people on the dance floor at a wedding and how much fun they had. 10 out of 10 service! I would recommend Joe Nardi to anyone and everyone.”

“Joe Nardi is incredible! Throughout the whole planning process, Joe was quick to respond, easy to work with, and made sure we were happy. He is very organized and helped make our wedding go as smooth as we hoped for. Our guests did not leave the dance floor all night! He knew exactly what to play and the right times to play it. We had a blast!! If you are looking for a DJ who keeps the party going, Joe Nardi is your guy!!”

“Excellent music and introductions, played everything we requested and was extremely thorough with ensuring we were on the same page. Joe was very helpful throughout the entire process and ultimately that made our wedding day a lot less stressful, can not recommend him enough, Thank You!”

“Joe was so easy to work with, so professional and helpful. The music at our wedding was perfect! I barely gave him direction, but his ability to read the crowd was amazing. The dance floor was packed the whole night! JOE CRUSHED IT!!! WE HIGHLY RECOMMEND JOE! We were told by soooo many people it was "the most fun they have ever had at a wedding"!”

“Joe was absolutely amazing and easy to work with. He knew how important the music was to us and nailed it, and had the party going all night. We were able to enjoy our night as we didn't have to worry about the music and he was able to read the room with playing the right songs at the right time. We had a surprise military service member arrive and Joe was able to do a beautiful introduction for him and played the National Anthem without missing a beat. Joe is by far one of the best and we would recommend him over and over again!!!!”

“We asked Joe to be the DJ for our wedding, and let me tell you, he did not disappoint AT ALL!! We know how important music is at an event, so it was a priority that we get this aspect right. Joe listened to our wants and he delivered everything we wanted for our music and MORE! We have had our guests calling and texting us saying that was the most fun wedding they've been to and they could not stop dancing. Such a success! Thank you for everything Joe!”

“Joe Nardi is the BEST DJ in the Chicagoland area. He had everyone on the dance floor all night and made it a night to remember! I am so glad we booked him for our wedding. I recommend Joe 100000% to everyone I know!”

“It is no surprise that After Hours Music has 5-star ratings on every platform that you can think of. We first contacted Joe about two years ago based on a recommendation from a client of mine. I feel that Joe exceeded expectations in his role - even my coordinator commented on how amazing that he was. As a bride navigating planning a wedding during a pandemic (we had 5 major changes: 3 different dates, changed venues to Wisconsin, and also had to change caterers within 2 months of the wedding), it is extremely appreciated when a vendor is timely in response. Joe was always one of the first vendors to respond - frequently within minutes of a sent email. I cannot express to folks enough how much you will appreciate this when you are planning your event. Several reviews will comment on how Joe has the amazing ability to read the room and play the music that will get everybody moving. This was no different from our wedding. Even with a little drama that happened during the last speech that could have easily spoiled the evening, Joe was able to quickly adjust and help us to get people happy and moving on the dance floor. Folks had to be kicked out at the end of the night, which was after midnight on a Sunday evening.”

“Joe Nardi was hands down the best DJ for our wedding! Everyone complimented on how amazing he was and had music for all ages. He got everyone on the dance floor and they stayed on the dance all night. We are so happy that we went with him! Best DJ in Chicago! Nardi, thank you so much for all you did! You helped make our wedding a night to remember!! You are the best in the business!!!”

“Joe did an AMAZING job at our wedding - absolutely flawless! He played music that accommodated all our guests, which had the dance floor packed all night. A couple months after the wedding we still had our guests tell us that they hadn't danced that much at a wedding in years!! Thanks to our #1 DJ!”

“Joe was simply awesome. Outstanding communications prior to our wedding, professional throughout and kept people on the dance floor. My wife and I received nothing but compliments about his expertise.”

“Joe was the DJ for our wedding on June 12th and he was incredible! The pre planning forms are very detailed and a few days before the wedding we spoke on the phone to review the information. I truly appreciated that he also made sure that he had the pronunciation for everyone's name in the bridal party. We added the uplighting and gobo to our package. The gobo received so many compliments as well. Our dance floor was packed the entire night with a variety of music! I will definitely continue to recommend Joe and After Hours Music!!”

“Joe was the icing on top of the cake for our wedding day. He was gracious and kind, and had an excellent selection of music that got everyone on the dance floor. I am Greek and all my Greek family members and friends raved about his song choices. Our American friends and family were tearing up the dances to the beat of his mixes and compilations. I promise you, Joe Nardi is the real deal of DJs. You will NOT go wrong with him. Book him NOW!”

“I've known Joe personally for over 20 years, so it was a no-brainer choosing him to DJ our wedding. I based my wedding date around his availability! Even though I had an idea of what to expect, attending many weddings Joe has done, I was still so beyond impressed with his service and professionalism. The online planning tools were super easy to use. I love the feature of recommendation song lists for each part of the ceremony & reception. Joe is super responsive and honored all of our song requests. Most importantly, he kept the dance floor packed all night long! I had so many people complimenting him and even asking for his card. Joe, we cannot thank you enough for everything. You were absolutely outstanding! Do not look elsewhere for your wedding DJ, Joe is the very best there is!”

“Thanks Joe for making our wedding such a success! One of the best part of weddings is seeing your family and friends dancing and having fun and thanks to you, you made that happen! We had complete confidence in the job that you would do for us and you truly go above and beyond to make the night special. Thank you for being so reliable with everything you did for us and for making our wedding the best night ever!”

“Joe did a great job DJing for our wedding! He brought great energy and the music was a perfect mix of what we were looking for! Everyone kept telling us they've never seen a dance floor so packed which was exactly what we wanted! We'd recommend him for anyone's wedding!”

“Joe was amazing to work with, he was so accommodating- we rescheduled our wedding 3 times AND changed locations and he made it work without any extra fees or issues. He was so responsive and always available! He kept the party going all night for our wedding! Don't think twice and book Joe!”

“Don't think twice, BOOK JOE NOW! Joe was the BEST DJ I have ever seen at a wedding, and I feel so lucky it was my own wedding! Our guests could not stop talking about the fantastic variety of music and they never wanted to leave the dance floor. Our night was a total party and I couldn't have been happier with him! I would suggest Joe 10/10 times for any event needing a DJ! He totally followed our suggestions and was SO quick with requests! Thank you SO much, Joe!”

“Joe, thank you so much for making our wedding one of the best dance parties we have ever been too. The music was very important to us and you did a fantastic job at making sure that everyone was up dancing the entire night. We received so many compliments on the music and everyone had such an awesome time. The after hours music was just what we had asked for :) Thank you so much!”

“I can’t say enough great things about our amazing experience with Joe! He goes above and beyond! You won’t be disappointed!”

“Joe was great throughout the whole process. He was always willing to have a quick call if we needed to discuss a topic and made sure every one of our requests (which were a lot) were attended to. He was a great MC for the wedding party as well as handling when speeches needed to be made. I would recommend him to anyone.”

“Joe Nardi with Afterhours Music was AMAZING!!!!! From the moment we spoke with him on getting a quote for our wedding to sitting down with him days before our big day, his customer service and enthusiasm is second to none. Our wedding day was perfect because of him and the music he played. He knew exactly the genres we liked and played a good mix of old and new. People were coming up to my husband and I all night asking for his card and raving about how great the song selections were! Our family and friends were on the dance floor all night long! I will recommend him to anyone I know looking for a DJ for any event! We love you Joe and cannot thank you enough for making our Wedding so memorable!”

“Joe Nardi was absolutely amazing. My guests wanted to dance their way thru dinner and he kept the dance floor packed all night long. We never wanted the music to stop. Thanks again Joe for helping us have an amazing night!”

“After the wedding, we heard from many guests how great it was that we didn’t have traditional reception music.”

“Joe was Great! Had the dancefloor packed the whole night. He took us on a journey through so many genres. It was so great to hear so many forgotten throwbacks from our college days.”

“He was professional, responsive and talented. He met with us before our big day which we really appreciated.”

“Joe was beyond amazing and professional. Not only is he a gifted DJ, but a truly amazing person! I will recommend you to everyone I know!”

“Joe was great! From helping me pick music for the ceremony, to playing the perfect Old School House Music set our last hour. 10 out of 10, would recommend him for anything.”

“Joe was extremely professional, was easy to work with if there was any last minute questions, and he allowed me to go on the mic for a few shout outs.”

“Joe was extremely responsive, professional and amazing to work with. From our first interaction we were so happy we booked him.”

“The best DJ out there! Our wedding was non-stop fun and I still have people asking about who our DJ was. Thanks for all you did Joe!”

“Joe met with us before hand and was so detailed through the process to make us feel super confident that our wedding was going to be unforgettable!”

“Joe was really professional! We cannot thank you enough for making our reception a night to remember forever.”

“We highly recommend Afterhours Music for any wedding or event!!! Thanks Joe!”

“Joe was amazing and had everyone dancing all night long! My wedding was over a week ago and everyone is still saying how much fun they had!”

“You made the whole experience amazing! From dealing with other vendors, to meeting us at our home, you are a true professional.”

“His organizing tool was very useful for planning. Every song that was pre-requested and requested the day of was played.”

“Joe was absolutely amazing to work with. He was responsive, fairly priced, and an absolute pleasure to work with.”

“Professional, on top of it, and perfect transitions. He had the whole Dance floor crowded and everyone had the time of their life’s!”

“We have gotten endless compliments on how "amazing" the DJ/music was. We can only hope we attend another wedding with you!”

“Joe Nardi was absolutely amazing! He did a great job at our school gala! We had over 400 people. The DJ made the event! Thanks Joe!”

“Super professional and organized in all facets leading up to the big day as far as invoices/payments, planning forms/contracts, event timeline, etc.”