Event DJ and MC
Corporate event planners, private clients, venues and organizers seeking a dynamic, adaptable DJ and MC.
DJ James is a natural born entertainer known for his down to earth personality, dynamic versatility and ability to elevate any event with precision and energy. With 14 years of experience in the entertainment industry, he has performed alongside many of South Africa’s top personalities and artists, adapting seamlessly to diverse audiences and event environments.
James is both a confident DJ and an engaging MC, bringing a flexible skill set that allows him to shift between musical styles and event roles as needed. His musical range spans old school classics, 80s favourites, pop, rock, kwaito, house and contemporary commercial hits. He understands that great entertainment is about timing, feel and intuition, and he has built his reputation on playing the right song at the right moment.
His professional approach, enthusiasm and infectious stage presence continue to make him a sought after choice for corporate events, private functions and celebrations of all kinds. Whether he is behind the decks or on the microphone, DJ James focuses on the experience of the audience, ensuring every function is memorable, seamless and full of energy.
DJ James is a natural-born entertainer with a down-to-earth attitude. He has performed alongside South Africa’s top personalities and artists.
His flexibility to play different styles of music and work as an MC makes him stand out from the rest. Having acquired 14 years worth of experience in the entertainment industry, his ability to read a crowd makes any function an unforgettable one.
He is confident behind the decks and his music styles range from old school classics, 80’s, pop, rock, kwaito, house, to more commercial mainstream music. It all comes down to reading the crowd and playing the right song at the right time.
His energy, enthusiasm and professional approach will go a long way towards making your event the success you want it to be.
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In this nearly two-minute showreel, DJ James delivers a fast paced montage of his live performances spanning weddings, corporate events and club crowds. The footage illustrates his ability to read the room and transition fluidly between high-energy dance moments and crowd-pleasing classics. Clips feature James behind the decks, hyping up audiences, mixing tracks with precision, and interacting with event attendees.
The visual sequence underscores his range across genres from house and kwaito to pop and old school favourites, demonstrating both his technical control and charisma as an MC. The showreel’s pacing reflects his adaptability and professional stage presence, giving prospective clients a clear sense of how he elevates event atmospheres through music, engagement and crowd-sensitive performance.
00:16 – 00:40 Upbeat performance clips showing crowd reactions and DJ mixing energy
00:41 – 01:05 Genre transitions from classics to dance tracks with visible audience dancing
01:06 – 01:30 Shots of James hyping up event guests and celebrating moments on stage.
Speaker fees can vary depending on factors such as expertise, demand, and event specifics. While some speakers may charge a flat fee for their services, others may have hourly rates. It’s best to discuss fee structures directly with the speaker or their representative to understand the pricing model.
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Keynote speeches typically range from 30 to 90 minutes, with the duration determined by the speaker’s expertise, the event’s agenda, and audience preferences. Keynote speeches often include a combination of inspirational stories, practical insights, and actionable advice tailored to the event’s theme or objectives.
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