Just received notification that a bride just left a review for us. Great way to start our last week of November, 2016! We always love when brides write a review. We put so much effort and energy into making sure we do the best possible job so it means the world 🙂 – DJ Forrest
A wonderful DJ Forrest review thank you letter came in the mail today. Such an uplifting way to start a Tuesday. Lynn and Kitty had such a fun and classy wedding and I was so thankful to be a part of it! – DJ Forrest
One of our favorite photobooth pictures from Halloween 🙂 Rodolfo was not to thrilled with his energy bill but made the best of it with his “costume!” Here is the FULL GALLERY!
Forrest thank you so much for being a part of our special day. You have been great to work with and fun for our guests!
Amazing review from one of our weddings last weekend 🙂
Wanted to thank Iheny with Videographic Productions for sending us her sneak peak video 🙂 Loved working with her, she is really friendly and great with her clients…
We received a wonderful email this morning and wanted to share. DJ Forrest performed the music while Will provided the photobooth duties for Hunter and Erica last weekend 🙂
We had the honor of performing the wedding ceremony and reception music October 1st, 2016 for the marriage of Rebecca and Tony! Such a wonderful group of friends and family, great atmosphere, top notch catering, and classy vendors. Pictured below are a few photos from the gathering 🙂
DJ Forrest had the great honor of performing the entertainment for the Run Against Human Traffic 2016. This run took place at the Marriot Woodlands Waterway to help raise awareness of the huge problem human this is. Pictured below are the runners a few minutes before the race start 🙂
We would like to take a moment to thank Kathy and Roger for sending a handwritten and heartfelt card to us. It really makes our day when we get a new review! “I want to thank you for DJing my wedding. I could not have asked for a better gift. I still have people talking… Read More »
We are always thankful to see wedding photos from our events 🙂 A few months back Dj Forrest performed DJing for ceremony and reception while Paul ran the photobooth! Here are a few of our favorite pics…
Below is a new review we received this morning! Love these more than words 🙂 “We recently used Xceptional DJs for our daughter’s wedding. The music was flawless and fun, photobooht was a hit, and the lighting looked fantastic. We had DJ Forest and Paul ran the photobooth. I recommend because they worked us through… Read More »
A little rain didn’t slow down Dj Forrest and The Pathway Church today (August 21st, 2016). It was  a cookoff to celebrate the new school year and was a huge success and turnout even though it rained like crazy both before, during, and after the event in Mont Belvieu. Any chance we get to work… Read More »
Each year DJ Forrest performs for the Houston Zoo Crew! This is such a fun group of kids who volunteer their time to gain real world experience 🙂 This year, Sadie the Owl made a guest appearance!
We were skimming through Facebook posts and noticed this DJ Forrest comment! Made our day for sure!!
Yes this Pokemon Go is out of control. We realize this! It is also kind of fun and is officially the most active mobile game EVER in the United States and has only been out a little over a week! Tonight DJ Forrest performs at Da Stadium and after 9 PM, if you catch a… Read More »
🙂 Our Xceptional DJs Weddingwire badge… What does it mean to be WeddingWire Rated?… WeddingWire Rated is a badge program for wedding professionals to celebrate local businesses that achieved a certain number of newlywed reviews. To be WeddingWire Rated, a wedding pro must have: At least 3 valid reviews At least 1 valid review within… Read More »
DJ Forrest was fortunate to perform on July 2nd, 2016for Aimeng and Patrick at the stunning Chateau Cocomar. The setting was beautiful and classy, while the atmosphere was fun, upbeat, and positive 🙂 Flawless event and great time had by all.
A question we often get from those who have never worked with us before is why DJ Forrest package? All DJs are not created equal! Here are a few differentiation factors: 1. Music is mixed- An overwhelming amount of DJs do not mix, they simply fade the music in and out as a song ends.… Read More »
Hey guys as a reminder, it is never too early to reserve your DJ. Right now, with summer kicking off, the phone typically slows down for us over the next few weeks. That is OK because while the phones are seasonal, the event season is not because our business is weddings primarily! Once reason people… Read More »
This rainy Saturday, June 4th, 2016, DJ Forrest and Xceptional DJs performed the music, photobooth, and uplighting for Dr. and Mrs. Skoog. Lots of visually stunning decor helped to make for a beautiful setting. We always love performing as the Nassau Bay Hilton DJ… great venue! DJ Forrest dropping a golden oldies set to a… Read More »
DJ Forrest performed the music and emceed the 2nd annual Shipley Do-Nut’s Dash 2016 to help support Kid’s Meals Inc. The event was a huge success with perfect weather, over 1000 participants, and lots of family friendly fun in the sun. We are excited to be a part of this amazing occasion, and are can’t wait to… Read More »
DJ Forrest was honored to be back again perform as the Charitabulls DJ for the 2nd annual ParTee event 2016 at Top Golf in Katy. Many local celebrities and Houston Texans current and former players showed support, and the event was another huge success once again 🙂 What is the Charitabulls? This is from their Official… Read More »
Last weekend was a busy one and all events were fantastic, including the below photo with DJ Forrest at San Luis Resort, Galveston! This outdoor ceremony by the seawall was beautiful with a small setup with wireless, and DJ Forrest capped off his Saturday night on the 2nd floor Mainsail Salon ballroom with a DJ/Photobooth/Uplights/Gobo event… Read More »
DJ Forrest visited Minute Maid Park to help Barefoot Wine launch their new 2016 Spritzer Line! It tastes like wine… only better! What a great time!
Today, Sunday April 17th, 2016, DJ Forrest performed the music and announcements while Paul rocked the photobooth at Olde Dobbin Station. The crowd had a blast and the photobooth was quite the hit 🙂 From the Olde Dobbin Station Old Dobbin Station official website… “Olde Dobbin Station” will provide a unique experience for its clients… Read More »
We had the good fortune to perform for Jeremy and Laura’s event as the DJ at Oak Tree Manor in March of 2016! From the Oak Tree Manor Website… This now one-hundred and forty-year old home was built in 1876 by German immigrants during the time of horse drawn carriages, railroad tracks and old saloons.… Read More »
We get EXTRA excited when other wedding industry experts take time to put a good word in about our services. We worked with Blue Sage Events last weekend, and here is what Lori had to say on our Facebook page..
On March 22nd, DJ Forrest performed the 50th anniversary for Mary and Charlie. We performed for their granddaughter before, so this is our second opportunity to work with this lovely family. See what they had to say…
This morning we hasd the honor of performing for Mary and Charlie to celebrate 50 years of marriage at the Grand Palace in Spring. We take our duties as a wedding anniversary DJ with great pride as we realize how important this day is to the couple and their families 🙂
“Used this company again this week for rodeo receptions. Exceptional doesn’t begin to describe the professional service provided. I would recommend exceptional djs and DJ Forrest for any event. I’ve personally used the photo booths for several rodeo functions but I have also attended weddings … ”
We love getting thoughtful reviews from brides, but take a special fondness when a wedding coordinator or staff from a well established venue takes time to write. Here is an awesome email we received early this week 🙂 …
A new DJ Forrest review arrived on Facebook today from another one of our happy clients. We love it when you take time out of your busy day to share your experience with us!
We finished up another huge weekend and everything went flawlessly! Great events, great couples, great venues. Here is a note we received at the end of our Saturday show (it always makes our night)…
So thankful when we get an email like this!! Thank you to James and Monika for helping to make my week 🙂 – DJ Forrest… “Forrest, you somehow lived up to all the expectations we had! Of all our vendors, you were the easiest to deal with and get ahold of, and you rocked our… Read More »
We had the great fortune of performing the Oracle Cloud day to cap off a great event for the company! DJ Forrest played fun, upbeat music to enhance the energy and mood at the JW Marriot Westheimer.
On Saturday February 6th, Josh and Caroline had DJ Forrest at Chandelier Grove to perform the music for the ceremony, reception, and uplights. Even though is was our first time at this beautiful, newer venue in Tomball, we had the perfect affair with a beautiful ceremony featuring live performances from friends, along with her father… Read More »
Xceptional DJ’s have now been a member of WeDJ now for 14 years!! Time flies when you’re having fun 🙂 -DJ Forrest
We performed our first event at The Carriage House on January 23rd, 2016. The venue has only been open about a year but we like the way it lays out with the country feel and classy interior. We performed DJ, photobooth and uplighting, and outdoor ceremony with the house system and everything went smoothly and… Read More »
We were thankful to partially sponsor the Thursday in House league shirts at Da Stadium in Pasadena, TX. Love the way they turned out guys! Shout out to Gabe 🙂 – DJ Forrest
Tonight DJ Forrest performs at the Balmorhea venue in Montgomery, TX. The venue has only been open around a year and a half, but is already starting to get rave reviews in the industry. I’m impressed 🙂 – DJ Forrest Want to know more about the venue? Here is some info from BalmorheaEvents.com Just… Read More »
Last weekend we had the honor to perform for Victoria and Brice at the Sam Houston Hotel for our first 2016 wedding in downtown. We also worked with our favorite planner Candace with Glitter+Whiskey Events and everything went as smoothly as possible. Dancefloor was packed all night and the guests loved the photobooth. Below there are… Read More »
Tonight we were fortunate to perform at the new Ashton Gardens west for the Wes and Lulu wedding and reception. Here is the website- http://www.ashtongardens.com/wedding-venue-houston-west/ This is a very impressive venue if you are in the market. I give the ambiance and staff 5 stars 🙂 -DJ Forrest From their official website… ASHTON… Read More »
Tonight we have the honor to be the Dj at Crowne Plaza River Oaks for Fugro. We have worked with this company for several years and are blessed to be back again 🙂 From The Crowne Plaza website… Meetings and Events are special at Crowne Plaza Houston River Oaks An excellent choice for Houston… Read More »
DJ Forrest provided the hits while Paul provided the photobooth. We brought out a fogger, laser light show, and a ton of fun props to help the kids have the time of their lives. Here are a few fun pictures from the photobooth 🙂 Full gallery here- http://myhoustonphotobooth.smugmug.com/browse
We were honored to perform the photo booths for Lonestar Colleges 3 locations this month. The Superhero theme was a HUGE hit for the registration rally!! Here are a few pics…
Wanted to share a kind email we received today from another happy bride. The event took place at the Heights Firestation a few weeks ago 🙂 -DJ Forrest
I found this article online by Michael M.  Hughes and thought I would share. These are some essential qualities needed for DJ success. I agree with most of this 🙂 -Forrest 6 Essentials For DJing At Weddings AUGUST BY MICHAEL M. HUGHES Wedding DJing Get the mix of skills right and there’s money to be… Read More »
Tiffany and Garrett tied the knot Friday, 10-9-15 at The Grove Discovery Green downtown. DJ Forrest had the good fortune of performing the ceremony and reception for this classy and fun group!! From The Grove website: We appreciate your interest in The Grove to host your event! Welcome your guests to a truly unique dining… Read More »
The “only room happening at the end of the night” was the DJ Forrest room at SPE Conference @ Hilton Americas Downtown with Candanian Universities on Monday September 28th, 2015! We had red uplights and played a combination of fun classy tunes to raise the energy in the room. The engineers in the room stayed until… Read More »
This weekend we had a full schedule with three photobooths and four other DJ shows including two weddings and even a grand opening. Pictured below are pictures from DJ Forrest’s Saturday event at River Oaks Garden Club. This is a beautiful, unique venue that captures the beauty of outdoor life, while being positioned in a prominent… Read More »
I’m excited to launch the DJ Forrest promotional video today! West Absher with Houston Area Productions did a fantastic job sifting through gigs and gigs of videos from years of events to put this together. I couldn’t be more thankful and will happily refer his services in the future “) #djforrest
We are excited to perform for our good friends at The Pathway Church next weekend! Everyone is invited. Sunday Sept 13th 10AM @ Eagle Pointe Recreation Center in Mont Belvieu 77580!! https://www.facebook.com/thepathwaychurchmb/photos/a.640668195955432.1073741827.639865152702403/1010950602260521/?type=1
Our bride had previously paid us in full and had to unexpectedly cancel her wedding just a few weeks out… OVER 2.5 YEARS AGO! We finally were able to honor our contract last weekend in College Station! Here is what mom (mother of the bride) had to say!! 🙂
Wanted to share an image from one of our photobooths last Saturday. Event took place at Shirley Acres. Happy brides like this are what we live for and our photo booths are ALWAYS a huge hit with everyone 🙂
Our friends at Dozier Design Photography were kind enough to send over a few candid shots of DJ Forrest at a recent wedding! I am impressed with the way they turned out and in such a low lighting setting. Devin and Donna were really kind and great to work with and we recommend them 🙂 http://www.dozierdesignweddings.com/ From their… Read More »
DJ Forrest performed as the CharitaBulls DJ with The Slags at to help promote the Wade Smith Foundation. The event took place Monday July 13th at Top Golf in Katy and was a huge success with a sold out lineup and massive raffle and silent auction. We were happy to be involved in such a… Read More »
Wanted to share a Facebook exchange from Dj Forrest’s event last Saturday at Southshore Harbour!
We had a great time and a successful outing for the 4th of July 2015 Double Bayou Bash photobooth event. It was windy and we had to tape down our backdrop, but we were able to make it happen and they LOVED it. Happy 4th friends!
A great DJ Forrest review always makes my day better 🙂 Hard work does pay off. From the letter… “Forrest, Thank you so much for playing such a huge role in our special day. You were awesome and have been so great to work with! I will absolutely recommend Xceptional DJs to our friends and… Read More »
This evening #djforrest is all set up to perform the Lehman wedding for Sarah and Joseph. Although the rain prevented the outdoor ceremony, the staff moved all the festivities indoors. Forrest’s helper Paul was there to take a (rare) selfie! Happy Saturday 🙂
Although our photobooth sessions are a TON of fun, we don’t always recommend taking silly picture using props EVERY single time. Sometimes it’s classy and just makes sense to take a serious “framer” from time to time as our images are all hi-res with professional flash and lighting for a studio quality look!
Pool party DJ season has arrived! We specialize in tasteful apartment complex and private pool parties. Special pricing incentives for private parties and apartment complexes during off-peak times! -DJ Forrest
If you are at the Kemah Boardwalk, come say hello to DJ Forrest at the front entrance cabana. Tonight is the School’s Out Summer Kickoff and Forrest is performing the tunes. Bring on the heat baby!!!
This DJ Forrest review came in from a wedding we did at the Heights Villa. I have a distinct recollection of this event because this was a very skeptical bride who was very concerned about the quality of music at her event. She had another DJ booked, but he cancelled at the very last minute… Read More »
I wanted to share this special moment in honor of the late grandmother of the groom. She used to love this dance so we had fun and shared a good time with her in our thoughts 🙂
This May Tuesday, DJ Forrest is proud to perform the Stena Sonangol 10 year anniversary. Rain or shine, this show must go on 🙂
Every so often we come across a great article that we love to share! We agree with most of what is in the article below 🙂 Enjoy- DJ Forrest **************** 9 Tricks to Keep the Dance Floor Packed at Your Wedding by Elizabeth Mitchell There’s no bigger buzz kill at a wedding than an empty… Read More »
Company function today with Dj Forrest 🙂 Posted by Xceptional DJ's and Photo Booths on Wednesday, May 20, 2015
“Hey Forrest, Just wanted to drop you a line and tell you that we had a great time at the wedding reception on Saturday. DJ Gary was awesome and got everyone on the dance floor. The lighting looked beautiful as well. Thanks for your work and please pass on our comments to Gary as well!”… Read More »
Thank you to Xceptional DJ’s and Photo Booths DJ Forrest for being a sponsor of our UnFOREgettaBULL PAR-TEE on July 13! We are excited to partee on the patio with you! www.charitabulls.net/partee Posted by CharitaBulls on Thursday, May 7, 2015
DJ Forrest was honored to perform for the YMCA Sprint for Spring while Dana Tyson with Sunny 99.1 acted as the master of ceremonies. The weather started off badly, but the rain moved aside and the race went off without a hitch! Enjoy a few of the quick highlights below:
We just got a new review today from a bride who has guests still talking two years LATER!! Wedding took place @ Hotel Za Za with DJ Forrest…
We recently picked up a new GoPro and are excited to post our first video as the Hotel Galvez DJ 🙂 I think you will enjoy this because it give an accurate representation of a DJ Forrest wedding and you even get the opportunity to hear some of the announcements and song selections. Most importantly…… Read More »
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Had an amazing event last weekend at Chrystal Springs and wanted to share a photo gallery (courtesy of Blue Media Photography) from our ceremony and reception with Rachel and Ryon! Worked with and had a great vendor experience with the photographer John and I’m impressed with his work 🙂 http://bluemediaworksphotography.com/?portfolio=rachel-ryons-wedding-photography-portfolio
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The weekend of April 18, 2015 had historically bad weather and flooding. This was especially troubling for Eric and Corina, who had a beautiful outdoor patio wedding planned with DJ Forrest at Villa Capri in Seabook. For the first hour the weather was rainy, windy, and dark and the bride was nearly in tears as… Read More »
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Thursdays at Da Pub are always a blast when Dj Forrest is in the house! Here is a pic from a friend: Posted by Bobby Tapia on Friday, April 3, 2015
Forrest was honored to perform for Dustin and Stacey on March 20th, 2015 at The Gallery in Houston. The event was fantastic and the last minute addition of uplighting really made the room even more beautiful. Another amazing evening in the books!!
DJ Forrest performed the ceremony, uplighting, and reception for Allie and Adam on 3-14-15. This event went flawlessly and we were honored to share and help enhance their special day! We couldn’t have asked for a more perfect evening and are excited that our lovely bride was willing to share her thoughts below 🙂
DJ Forrest and Paul performed the DJ and photobooth for Miranda’s quinceanera this past weekend. The party was a huge success and the guests loved and raved about the photobooth!! Here are a few photobooth pics from the party, as well as a quick video with a few highlights of the dance portion of the evening,… Read More »
Are you looking to have the ULTIMATE graduation party dj that will be talked about for a lifetime?! Graduation Party @ 5226 Elm with #DJForrest with Uplights from Xceptional DJ’s + Photo Booths on Vimeo. As a seasoned company with over 15 years of experience, and as you can see from the video above, your… Read More »
Last weekend, DJ Forrest had the honor of performing for Michelle and Kellan (#michellan) wedding and reception at The Prairie in Round Top Texas with Glitter + Whiskey Events. It couldn’t have been a more perfect engagement from the amazing venue, to the fantastic food, to the top notch vendors involved. It was truly a thrill… Read More »
We were honored to perform the ceremony and reception entertainment services for some old friends last weekend. DJ Forrest performed while Paul worked the photobooth for Gina and Darin as the Tuscan Courtyard DJ. Below are some of our favorite pics from the photobooth. It was a huge hit and everyone had a blast with the open… Read More »
Tonight DJ Forrest and Paul will provide DJ and photobooth services for the grand opening of The Millineum Six Pines. Public is welcome so please come say hello if you are in the area 🙂 Post by Xceptional DJ's and Photo Booths.
Last Sunday, we performed for Kyle and Brooke as the Chateau Polonez Wedding DJ. The event was a huge success from the initial ceremony, to the final song. Below, I wanted to share a few pictures from the event to visually illustrate just how much fun the guests had. There is no substitute for quality… Read More »
Last weekend, DJ Forrest performed at the Sam Houston Hotel in downtown Houston. In addition to providing the music, we also provide some salmon colored uplights to really accentuate the room. The mood was fantastic as DJ Forrest provided a wide range of music that appealed to both the younger and older high class audience.… Read More »
On Monday, January 26th, DJ Forrest performed for the Harlem Globetrotters and Greyhound. Today was an amazing day where a special group of youngsters got to see the Globetrotters perform, as well as a meet and greet along with autographs. We were honored to be a part of such a special day! Below you will… Read More »
We were delighted to perform several events and weddings last weekend, but Thursday we were fortunate to have Paul take some video of our Lonestar College Neon Party DJ night! Everyone danced all night and the room was looking amazing with all the blacklights. Here is the email from the staff member who booked with us…… Read More »
Hi, if you are still looking for your bridal show DJ, we are offering a 5% off special if you book in the month of January! This offer can sometimes be mixed with other offers and promotions so contact us today for details and simply mention “bridal show” for your promtional discount! Hurry you have… Read More »
This article is from Modern Era Weddings and we did not write. We do agree with a lot of the information here (not all but it’s a great article anyhow) http://www.moderneraweddings.com/blog/7-most-important-things-to-know-about-your-wedding-dj/ …………………………………………………………………. 7 MOST IMPORTANT THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT YOUR WEDDING DJ JANUARY 2, 2015 TOM WALTER By: DJ Mike “MadMike” Willis Okay, so your significant… Read More »
Hello there, I wanted to share a link to Scott Kelley Photography! I worked with Scott this past weekend for a wedding at Carmellos and felt he did a wonderful job. His pre-engagment photos displayed near the cake were flawless and the talk of the wedding guests! Pictured below is a shot that he captured of… Read More »
We got a new review today on Yelp and Weddingwire. What a great way to finish out 2014 🙂
Several new recent Houston DJ reviews have come in for us on Yelp, Facebook, and Google. There is nothing imaginable that helps our business more than when brides and grooms take a moment to share their thoughts. We often deal with brides that are very uneasy and nervous about hiring a DJ. We completely understand… Read More »
Busy Friday with DJ Forrest at The Aquarium, DJ Rolland at Gallery M Squared, and Tom working his magic at a house party. Just wanted to take a moment to sincerely thank all of you. Our company grows each and every year, and your referrals and continued support is the biggest reason for our success.… Read More »
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To kick off our 2014 opening Christmas party weekend, DJ Forrest performed the Community Resource Credit Union party at the Hilton Nasa Rd. One on December 6th, 2014. Being a Holiday party DJ is an important part of the event and we take our job very seriously to enhance the atmosphere with fun, classy music to encourage… Read More »
We have been performing a ton of birthday parties lately and we love it! This Saturday we were the DJ in Katy TX for Alyssa for her 18th birthday. The music was a mixture of English, spanish, bachata, hip hop, top 40 and more. The crowd was a blast and we had a small enough… Read More »
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We are pleased to mention that our Better Business Bureau rating has finally been upgraded from A to A+….Yay! Why is Xceptional DJ’s Reviews BBB rating important? Not every business is eligible for BBB Accreditation. Businesses must meet, commit to and maintain the BBB Code of Business Practices (Accreditation Standards) in order to be eligible. – Read… Read More »
We performed the wedding reception for Jeana and Kevin yesterday evening at the Doubletree Hilton in Downtown Houston. At the event conclusion, DJ Forrest went to say goodbye and the bride made an astounding revelation. She admitted that she thought our WeddingWire and Knot reviews had to be fakes because of how “over the top”… Read More »
Last Saturday, Forrest performed for the Jeana and Kevin wedding reception as the Doubletree Hilton Downtown DJ. They had awesome music, great wedding planners (Anne and Caprile), a classy downtown hotel ballroom, fantastic food, and beautiful uplighting to set the mood. They also provided us with a fun and diverse play list and funny do-not play list… Read More »
This evening, DJ Forrest helped make two 14 year old’s dreams come true regarding the perfect birthday at the Firethorne Community Center! Two different kids and one of the parents mentioned that this was the best party they had ever been to, which sincerely makes all our efforts and hard work worth it 🙂 We… Read More »
Yesterday evening, DJ Forrest was The Wynden DJ at South Post Oak for Andrew and Holly. Such a fun and beautiful couple!!  Below we are featuring a short video to illustrate this November 1st, 2014 event to hopefully explain why magical weddings don’t just happen automatically! We had an amazing and fun group last night and yet even… Read More »
Today we got an awesome new FB review from a fellow wedding professional who proclaimed we are the Best DJ we have ever worked with. There is no greater compliment than getting hired by someone who sees wedding professionals each and every weekend year in and year out 🙂 Contact us today for more details!… Read More »
Last Friday evening, DJ Forrest held a Halloween Housewarming party for his new home. Pictured below are the costume contest winners. Prizes awarded for best adult female, best adult male, best child female, best child male! Also, we had a photo booth set up and it was a HUGE hit as always: Here is link… Read More »
I had the pleasure of having the owner DJ Forest do our wedding! My expectations were beyond exceeded. From the music, Photo booth,wedding video highlights to all of the coordination that he did with the wedding coordinator. We had so many last minute changes and ideas and no one ever noticed he did… Read More »
Last Saturday, DJ Forrest performed at Crystal Springs in Magnolia for Omar and Mayra. Forrest played every genre imaginable and even had the spinning monogram for extra impact and beauty. Music was played with a special emphasis on spanish music such as Cumbias, Salsa, Merengue, Tejano, Guapango, Norteno, Bandas, and much more. As Omar and… Read More »
We had a blast performing DJ and photo booth services last weekend for Brandy and Jeremy. This was a fun crowd with great energy, and we were honored to share in their big day. Here are some video highlights featuring a few songs that went really well from their playlist! Brandy and Jeremy from Xceptional… Read More »
An amazing review came in today and I couldn’t be happier to share. A few months back we performed DJ and photobooth services at Royal Oaks country club for this lovely couple of doctors 🙂 “Forrest is a true professional. Working with him was easy-breezy and stress-free. Since I was planning a wedding in Houston… Read More »
An email we received today 🙂 …
This review came in on Google this week and I wanted to share because it is rare that a teen takes time to review our services and you have to generally take the parent’s word for it when choosing a DJ. Here is what she said 🙂
Yelp has an automated system that does not show all Yelp DJ reviews. Here are some recent reviews not showing at the moment… and not factoring into our overall online rating unfortunately! Nancy: 10/10/2014 I had the pleasure of working with Forrest last weekend as he provided the DJ service for a wedding at the venue… Read More »
Diverse Saturday this evening with DJ Forrest and Tom performing weddings with DJ Roland and Ruben at Fort Bend cookoff and high school homecoming! Pictured below is DJ Forrest performing the ceremony for Tony and Katie at Mia Bella Vita in Tomball, where we are the package DJ’s for this lovely venue. Happy Saturday friends 🙂
Thursday, Friday, and Saturday we provided the Pasadena Cookoff DJ services and photo booth for Arkema and LeMOO. The events went smoothly as DJ Roland and Kristin worked Thursday… while DJ Forrest and Maribeth worked the weekend. This is our 2nd year working with this team and hope for many more great years!
Yesterday evening, we were proud to perform the wedding and reception of Keith and Lisa at Pine Lake Ranch. The evening went flawlessly with a beautiful outdoor wedding under the famous tree, followed by a fun and classy reception in the decorated barn area. Another reason I shared this video is to show our rotating… Read More »
Michelle Able is one of the premier wedding photographers in Houston and I wanted to take a moment to thank her for taking time out of her schedule to photograph DJ Forrest and family. DJ Forrest will be performing Michelle’s wedding in March of 2015, and we feel one of the highest honors is when… Read More »
Here is a short highlight video from some recent events… Video Hightlights: Texas Children’s Pediatrics, Dalia’s Party, Starfleet, Houston Zoo from Xceptional DJ's + Photo Booths on Vimeo.
One of our events on this lovely Saturday that we would like to highlight is the 40 year celebration of Texas Children’s Pediatrics. This classy event took place Saturday the 13th at the famous Champions Golf Club with performances, videos, and tears with some of the original doctors in attendance to make this event that… Read More »
This evening we are performing a retirement party aboard the Houston Party Boats docked out of Southshore Harbor. Rain or shine, this event is gonna be a huge success!
Below is the order and playlist of all songs DJ Forrest mixed live last night on 9-11-14 for Thumpin’ Thursdays at Da Pub. We stayed modern more often than not last night due to the crowd. Another amazing night in the books:). DJ History – 2014/09/11 —————————— 20:39 : Daft Punk f./Pharrell Williams – Get… Read More »
Tomorrow we are excited to perform for Greyhound’s 100th Anniversary event. We will provide the sound, upbeat tunes, and announcements to help facilitate an amazing day. Looking forward to a great event! Click image below to view the Yahoo press release:
We are performing a cruise this evening aboard the Star Gazer in Kemah, TX. On a regular basis we perform here for weddings, special events, and even public cruises as well. The atmosphere is always fun with the dancing staff, great view, and fun guests that let loose over the water and near the Kemah boardwalk!… Read More »
This past Saturday, we had the honor of performing the music and photo booth entertainment for KiAna’s Super Sweet 16 DJ party at The Luxe in Humble TX. Everything was executed to perfection from the food, to the decor, to the lighting, and more. Our favorite moment from the evening was when our birthday girl was… Read More »
Here is a highlight video from a recent wedding we performed at Bell Tower. Thank you again Monica and Anthony! We had a blast working with you 🙂
For this morning’s festivities, DJ Forrest performs for the teen volunteers @ Houston Zoo in Masihara Pavilion from 11 AM-1 PM near the lion cages. Give us a courtesy wave if you are in the area 🙂 Happy Saturday friends! Post by Xceptional DJ’s and Photo Booths.
Sunday, 8-3 we performed the wedding of Michelle and Miguel. Wedding had a Venezuelan flavor but we still mixed up a variety of other genres like country, hip hop, top 40, and lots of line dances. The wedding took place in Brookeshire TX at Pecan Springs and we were set up side stage. Great all… Read More »
Later this week we are excited to provide the DJ/MC and Photo booth as Cricket launches their new ZTE Grand X Phone. Details to follow as they become available. The phone is pretty amazing!
This Saturday, DJ Forrest will perform after the Slags and silent auction. Come support this great organization and your favorite DJ 🙂 http://therose.org/events/event-calendar/25th-annual-shrimp-boil/
Tonight, Dj Forrest performs for Parker and Rachel at The Gathering in Bellaire. Forrest has performed here numerous times over the years and it is very common for him to perform both ceremony and wedding reception in same location the way the room is set up. They have a friendly staff, convenient central loctaion, and… Read More »
Here is a new DJ review that came in today from one of our happy brides. Means the world to us when you take time to write!
For the remainder of July, if you mention the bridal show, you are eligible for a 5% discount off your DJ or photo booth services. This promo is valid with other specials in some circumstances so please call in for questions or details @ 281-206-2670. Hope you are having a fabulous summer 🙂
On July 4th, Forrest and family headed out to Mt. Belvieu, TX to set up the photo booth for the Pathway Church display. Pictured below, you will see DJ Forrest pictured with the founder and lead pasture, Chris Bradford. We are amazed how far this church has come in such a short period of time.… Read More »
Last Sunday, DJ Forrest performed an 18th birthday party for Julissa and some old friends. It was an especially satisfying event because this family comes from a very religious background, which causes greater focus on the lyrics and contents of all the songs. We could sense how nervous they were leading up to the event… Read More »
On Saturday, December 21st, DJ Forrest performed for Nasly and Cory at the Hotel Icon in downtown Houston. The event was amazing and absolutely flawless. According to the bride, it was one of the best nights of her life. The love in the room shared by the couple, combined with beautiful decor by Candace with… Read More »
Email we received from another happy customer 🙂
This weekend, we will be performing and celebrating with our friends at Top Star and Kemah Boardwalk for the School’s out Summer Bash 2014. Music will be top 40 with some beach themed family fun music mixed in as well. There will be tons of great games and even some Slime happening  for “Slime Time Trivia!”  This… Read More »
Big Saturday night tonight with DJ Roland performing in Galveston, DJ Tom in the Heights, and DJ Forrest @ The Gardens Houston. Maribeth is also entertaining as photo booth assistant for Royal High’s prom up north. We would like to respectfully thank our brave men and women who gave their lives to pave the way… Read More »
Last Saturday, DJ Forrest was honored to perform for The Voice’s Jake Worthington from La Porte TX. The students and La Porte staff did a great job of keeping his presence low key. He got to be just a regular student and really enjoyed his family and friends. It was fun to play some Jake… Read More »
A wonderful new review came in today. We love getting these and are thankful for kind words that keep us going strong 🙂
We are excited to be nominated for Houston A-List for “best wedding music.” Please vote to help us win!! Thank you. BEST Wedding Music
On this beautiful Wednesday, DJ Forrest is at the Kingwood Country Club performing for SGS for the Special Olypics Golf Classic. This great cause features tons of crawfish, loads of fun, and provides financial support to a worthy cause. Everyone wins 🙂
Last weekend we did two open air photo booths for the Salvation Army and a Cotillion Party at Bellaire Methodist. Here are a few fun photos!
Below, you will find the recently released Super8 video from one of our amazing preferred vendors, The McKellars Wedding Cinema. The wedding footage was captured in January, 2014 and DJ Forrest provided the entertainment… Brent and Vancessa McKellar. They do amazing work and are one of the few video teams capable of doing Super 8MM film… Read More »
On Friday, March 28th, 2014 DJ Forrest performed the wedding and reception for Adam and Tami at Houston Arboretum. Pictured below is a view from the ceremony. In order to get to the ceremony area, all guests and party made a quarter mile hike on the famous inner loop trails. It was well worth the… Read More »
Wanted to quickly share a kind email we received today! Love getting these a great DJ review from our happy brides 🙂
On this Monday, we are excited to perform the wedding ceremony and reception as the Ashton Gardens wedding DJ for Ellie and Josh. They are from out of town in New Mexico and New York and decided to meet in the middle and have family fly in to the Houston area for their wedding service… Read More »
Vote Amanda, one of our past brides! She is the blonde in the bracket @ bottom:
Tonight, Kristin works the photo booth while DJ Forrest provides the music and announcements for Dr. Sarah and Dr. Steven Kim’s wedding. Rotating monogram as well this evening 🙂
Flawless weather, flawless music, and flawless bride and groom for today’s wedding with DJ Forrest! Check out the beauty of a Crystal Springs outdoor ceremony!
Dj Forrest in Galveston tonight to perform in the historic Garden Verein Venue built in the 1800’s. The day was overcast all day and there was even a drizzle. Pictured below is the sunlight coming in the venue to enhance the mood and ambiance. Greg and Kelley are all set to have a perfect wedding… Read More »
Nothing makes me prouder than getting a great DJ review. Those that know me know that we pour our heart and soul out for our clients to do everything humanly possible to make their events great. Nothing is a greater reward than a happy client… not even a huge cash tip. Getting great reviews and… Read More »
March Schedule… March 6th- DJ Forrest Da Pub March 7th- Wedding, Mike and Marie with Photo booth March 8th- Photobooth, Wedding Downtown Plaza March 9th- Wedding Garden Verein March 10th- Wedding Amber Springs March 13th- DJ Forrest Da Pub March 14th- DJ Forrest The Bell Tower on 34th, Wedding Hotel Sam March 15th- Wedding Royal Oaks Country… Read More »
With DJ Forrest out at the Houston Rodeo Cookoff, and DJ Tom at a wedding, we had DJ Ruben and Kristen working the DJ and photo booth for the 13th party of three young ladies! When you need high quality Dj and photobooth services, give us a call today. Notice just how much fun… Read More »
Friday, Feb 28th and Saturday, March 1st, DJ Forrest performs at the Houston Rodeo DJ for SGS in the Bell County Booth. This weekend will be a ton of fun and for the record, we strongly believe that Texas BBQ prepared just right at cookoffs are great for the soul 🙂 We perform frequently… Read More »
Today is the last day (day 5) of Xceptional Dj’s performing at the Dallas Auto Show. We are honored to work with Jeep Chrysler and to provide the musical entertainment for their awesome road course display! We provided a mix of family friendly music with a combination of all music types and genres. Stop by… Read More »
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This text made my Monday that much better. Thought I would share 🙂 -DJ Forrest “Hey man, Jennifer and I wanted to thank you a TON for the awesome job you did. Honestly man, couldn’t have picked a better man for the job. Thanks a lot for being a big part of our big night.… Read More »
We love heading to the Galveston Island w henever we get an opportunity. Also, keep in mind that we do not charge extra for travel either! Tonight, DJ Forrest performs for his old friend Troy and his lovely new wife Stephanie! Hotel Valdez is a beautiful place to have a wedding as it has a… Read More »
Click image below to see the top songs from all genres in 2013 with over 2 million songs requested from Dj Event Planner. Very interesting to see which songs made the cut 🙂
Conga! from Xceptional DJ's + Photo Booths on Vimeo.
Wanted to share the video highlights from Brandy and George’s big day. Enjoy! –
Tonight, Dj Forrest performs the at Briscoe Manor in Richmond, TX. This venue is kind of a hidden gem as in our nearly 15 years in town, this is our first time here. The venue is 8 years old but when you are there, it feels brand new. Natalie was our event coordinator and she… Read More »
Wanted to share our photobooth pic of the week. They had a blast! Enjoy –
“Forrest, we cannot thank you enough! Ryley and I were so nervous since our DJ that we had been working with backed out a few months before the event without the slightest notice. I immediately took to the internet and found Forrest from Xceptional DJ’s, who I called based on the highly praised reviews. Thankfully,… Read More »
We received this review today on WeddingWire!!: –
Recently, we were fortunate to once again run across our friends at Vanessa McKellar Productions! We got to talking and realized that we had worked together a few years back, and they remembered having some video highlights of the previous event and were kind enough to send  to us. Working with Brent and Vanessa is… Read More »
This evening we perform for Yoana and Greg as the North Houston DJ at Belle Rose Maison in Conroe Tx. This beautiful couple had an outdoor ceremony, followed up by a reception indoors in this robust setting. We were honored to handle the music and uplights as the couple chose a purple color scheme that… Read More »
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Alyssa and Taylor from Xceptional DJ's + Photo Booths on Vimeo.
We would like to congratulate our friend Lauren with Virtus on doing such a great job planning her first full company party. She is excited to begin her career and will be launching more full events in the near future. We are proud to be her photo booth company and look forward to many great… Read More »
This wonderful event took place on November 24th, 2013 at Heaven on Earth! Congrats to Meagan and Jack 🙂 -DJ Forrest Meagan and Jack from Xceptional DJ's + Photo Booths on Vimeo.
Our friend Taylor demonstrates how to remove the garter… How to remove the garter! from Xceptional DJ's + Photo Booths on Vimeo.
In late November, we performed the amazing Disney themed wedding for Meagan and Jack at Heaven on Earth. The venue is spectacular, and the event was even more spectacular as everything was the fairy tale the bride had hoped for. We do everything in our power to make your big day something you will remember… Read More »
13th Birthday Party! With Xceptional DJ’s from Xceptional DJ's + Photo Booths on Vimeo.
Congrats to Wade and Alfredo on a great event. Fun time had by all and we were happy to be a part of your your big day. Thank you! DJ Forrest
Below is an email from the bride! Thanks for your your kind words Alyssa and Taylor… 🙂 “Forrest!! I just wanted to send you an email telling you how appreciative we are for Saturday night! You did such an awesome job. Everyone kept complimenting you and telling me how great your music and lighting was.… Read More »
We always love to get these letters in the mail. Love when all our hard work pays off in the end!!
When a bride and groom takes time out of their busy schedule to write a DJ Review, it really makes our day. We put tons of love and effort into making sure your event is all you could hope for, and love when our efforts are rewarded by a happy couple! Our ultimate goal… Read More »
FYI:
Although the photo booth is a relatively common item these days, they have not been in the wedding industry and party industry for mobile events long at all. On a daily basis, we get phone calls from people wondering just what a photo booth is. Below, you will find a photo booth video of a… Read More »
Video recap of two weddings and photobooths performed by DJ Forrest. Enjoy! Weekend of November 15th 2013 from Xceptional DJ's + Photo Booths on Vimeo.
Below is the wedding video of Ellen and Pat’s reception at the Courtyard at St. James Place in Houston on November 10th 2013. Watch carefully how much fun the guests are having and how engaged everyone is. With the right entertainment and a reasonably responsive crowd, you can be the envy of your friends as… Read More »
DJ Forrest performed the Photo booth, wedding ceremony at the waterfall, and indoor reception in the main ballroom for Shana and Chris today on November 9th, 2013 at The Bell Tower on 34th St. The brides comment really made my day. She said… “I was so nervous about hiring a DJ. Not you personally, but… Read More »
Come support this great cause today if you can. DJ Forrest from 1-3 and The Slags will rock the house afterwords. Fun, fun, Â and all proceeds go to the cause. –
Upcoming Schedule: *Public *Fri  10-25- Kemah Boo on the Boardwalk Sat  10-26- Lee Homecoming, Bradley and Kena Wedding with Photobooth, Wilder 50th Birthday Celebration, Paige Halloween Neon Bash *Sun  10-27- Da Stadium (1 PM- 3 PM) Avon Breast Cancer Walk (PUBLIC) *come help DJ Forrest save the tatas *Wed 10-30- Da Stadium Sports Bar Halloween… Read More »
For the night event, DJ Forrest headed to Hobby and was the 1940 Air Terminal Museum DJ for this wonderful, fun loving couple that loves to travel. The event was beautiful and executed to perfection as Erika and Peter celebrated with friends and family. This venue requires specialization as the layout is unique. This is… Read More »
Great way to start our Saturday in some fresh cool air! This morning, DJ Forrest performed family friendly tunes for the good folks at Emerson. If you ever need quality entertainment for your company party or function, contact us today 🙂
On October 21st, 2013 DJ Forrest performed for Candice and Chad. We also did the photo booth as well and the guests complimented us on the great time they all had. Below is the video as we were the Richmond Wedding DJ and hosted a great event at Burt Ranch. Candice and Chad Wedding Reception… Read More »
Quick video clips from last weekend in Kemah. Remember to visit DJ Forrest this Friday at the Kemah Stage! He will perform neon theme from 6-10 PM. Kemah Boo on the Boardwalk- October 11th- Night 1 from Xceptional DJ's + Photo Booths on Vimeo.
Last weekend we performed at the Burt ranch in honor of Candice and Chad. The rain prevented an outdoor ceremony so we and the lovely staff at En Vougue swiftly moved the festivities indoors and performed in the tent! A great time was had by all the wedding went off without a hitch other than… Read More »
A lovely elderly couple brought this note to the DJ table last weekend and it made my night so I thought I would share 🙂 -DJ Forrest
DJ Forrest will be performing again at Boo On the Boardwalk on Friday, October 18th, Friday October 25th, and Thursday October 31st 2013 in Kemah at Boo on the Boardwalk. Yesterday evening, the atmosphere was tons of fun as there were dancers, tons of music, and even a great featured film at the end of… Read More »
We truly appreciate customer support and feedback and it makes our day when we get good reviews such as the one we got today on our Facebook page! *** “Thank you sooo much Forrest. You did an amazing job and we will be calling you in the future”
Homecoming School DJ from Xceptional DJ's + Photo Booths on Vimeo. We are the trusted School DJ provider and provide Homecoming, prom, banquet, and dance service for many school districts in and around the Houston area including such cities as Friendswood, La Porte, Deer Park, Katy, Nottingham, Spring, The Woodlands, Memorial, HISD, Pasadena, Clear… Read More »
We were excited to provide the entertainment on Thursday and Friday for the Carribean Cookers as the Pasadena Cookoff DJ. Thursday, the music was more open and Friday, the music was more country themed as the evening was geared toward the Bushwackers reunion. Buschwackers was a popular bar that closed down many years ago and… Read More »
DJ Forrest was the Cookoff DJ performing for the Carribean cookers this evening at the 2013 Pasadena Cookoff. He will perform both Thursday and Friday nights and is looking forward to working with this veteran team to have a great party. Thursday the music is open season, and Friday the crowd will prefer a primary… Read More »
Yesterday evening, DJ Forrest performed for a veteran cheerleader of his FAVORITE team… The Houston Texans! Below you will find a full video montage that includes introduction, garter bouquet, synchronized songs, and more! The event took place at the lovely Royal Oaks Country Club, and the evening went off without a hitch. DJ Forrest has… Read More »
Here is our latest DJ Review from WeddingWire.com, where we are a “WeddingWire Rated” Vendor… “Forrest was awesome to work with. Very easy to get a hold of & he really did a great job! Thank you SO much!!” The reason we post these DJ review is that it is nearly impossible to illustrate what… Read More »
We were proud to be the DJ in Alvin for our old friend Tracie and her new husband Guy at Oakwind Bed and Breakfast. The reception took place outdoors, and it was my pleasure to be there. The interesting thing about this wedding is that when I started Xceptional DJ’s roughly 15 years ago, Tracie… Read More »
We take great pride and what we do, and many vendors, brides, and guests have told us we are the best or among the best DJ’s they have ever worked with! Below is a recent SCREENSHOT and comment coming directly  from the blog of Michelle Able Photography! Michelle took some impressive photos of the wedding… Read More »
On Saturday, September 7th, Xceptional DJ’s performed at Bridgewater Events for Shane and Sabrina. Shane is actually the younger brother of DJ Forrest. For the first time, Forrest was actually in the wedding as the best man… instead of being the entertainer!! DJ Rolland with Xceptional DJ’s stepped in and performed a great event and… Read More »
Below is why we do what we do with such passion! Just a great display of emotions from our bride last night…
This evening we performed for Lisa and Jose’s wedding and reception at Crystal Springs as their Magnolia DJ. We set up the uplights and brought the party to another level with a great mix of latin, top 40, and hip hop! We were excited about the great number of compliments we got throughout and at… Read More »
On Sunday, 9-1-13 we were the ceremony and Wedding DJ for Amber and Jeff as we performed at the unique Rainbow Lodge in Houston, and had a fantastic event! The guests ranted and raved and a few even mentioned that this was the most fun wedding they have ever been to. The scenery outdoors is beautiful… Read More »
Hello friends. Our 2013 company party DJ booking season really heats up around this time! Dates are currently filling up quickly and we are excited to provide top quality entertainment for some of the top companies in the Houston area. Our philosophy for great company parties is providing a fun, classy, varied music selection. We will… Read More »
Forrest was the Birthday party DJ this weekend for Veronica and Krizia’s birthday. Yes, he was in full toga attire as well 🙂 Music included lots of spanish hits including tejano, salsa, cumbias, bachatas, and more.. including some Top 40  hits! Having a birthday party and need a great DJ to make sure the party… Read More »
Last evening we performed at Ashton Gardens once again for a Sunday Night wedding  and we are always happy to be the Houston DJ there! We provided both the ceremony and reception music, and the wedding went flawlessly. In case you are unfamiliar with Ashton Gardens, they have a chapel next door to hold the wedding… Read More »
We are thankful beyond words when a client chooses to take time out of their day to acknowledge our services. We work hard to make sure we take the greatest care possible to ensure a memorable event! “My wedding was back in March and we booked Xceptional DJs for our wedding. Forrest was our DJ… Read More »
Our friend Sean with Day 7 Photography was the photographer for a recent event performed by DJ Forrest recently at Ashton Gardens. He was kind enough to send us a few photographs of the evening. I would like to mention he was pleasant to work with and as you can see below, he does excellent work if… Read More »
Tonight we performed near the water and were the DJ in Montgomery TX for Brad and Jill on Saturday, July 13th, 2013. We had the full setup with uplights, subs, and everything looked amazing. A classy venue like Waterpoint Marina makes a great overall party as this enhances the mood overall. If you are need… Read More »
We had another SUPER fun wedding last weekend with Jenny and Jeremy. The bride pulled a little surprise as her guests thought the music went out at around :46 seconds! You could hear the gasps. What a fun night!
Ever wonder what happens when mom leaves DJ Forrest with the kids to go get her nails done?! You guessed it, a PARTY!!!! If you are curious about the tops hits of the summer, you will find them below in this short video clip. Nothing makes us happier than seeing everyone have the time of… Read More »
Had an action packed weekend and wanted to recap: – Friday evening- We performed for the good members at Willow Fork Country Club. This was a family fun event filled with games and prizes for the adults and kids. Golf passes, adult prizes, kids prizes, dinners and more were given away by DJ Forrest with… Read More »
In early 2013 we started offering photo booths in Houston and surrounding areas, and it turns out that this move has been a great decision for us. Our brides couldn’t be happier and our service has multiplied to our clients! In the past for several years we have worked with a few reputable companies, and… Read More »
This was one of the more energetic wedding party intros of all time this weekend at Hotel ZaZa, 11th floor in Houston! Much of the audio lost from behind the speakers but you get the message…This was a ton of fun! -DJ Forrest
Sweet 16 DJ -Forrest Crump Tonight we are proud to be the sweet 16 DJ for Taylor and Carly. The schedule has food, drink, and dancing, followed up by a dip in the pool. I love to Dj Sweet 16 parties because it brings me back to my early day in the DJ business as… Read More »
Last weekend, DJ Forrest performed another amazing reception as the DJ at Ashton Gardens Hall in Spring, TX. Forrest strives to provide the best possible outcome through the perfect song selections, professional announcements, and timely attention to detail. When everything comes together with the perfect DJ, you too can have an amazing end to your… Read More »
We were proud to perform for Ben and Joy tonight at Ashton Gardens in Spring, TX tonight! We would like to just give a special shout out to all the great dads out there! Happy father’s day! -DJ Forrest
Need a DJ in Spring at Ashton Gardens?… Tonight, we performed for Josh and Lauren at Ashton Gardens. A professional wedding DJ in Spring like Xceptional DJ’s is the perfect choice to have a fun, classy Thursday night event. We couldn’t be more excited that more and more events are taking place on days… Read More »
Need a great School DJ? Today we perform the end of school dance for the 6th graders of Rick Schneider Middle School. These are so much fun because the kids are at max energy level in anticipation of summer just a few days away! We are always proud to rock gyms and cafeterias at many… Read More »
We were proud to perform the wedding ceremony and indoor reception of Amy and Roger on May 26th, 2013. As a Galveston DJ at Hotel Galvez, we take our responsibility very seriously to ensure that our clients have the top events imaginable! Lately, we have notice a spike in Galveston bookings, as the island seems… Read More »
Rarely do we recommend vendors, but we thought we should take the time to mention Hailey with Dream With Me Event Planning in Houston. Hailey and her team go the extra mile to make sure their brides and grooms have the perfect event. She also has a great attitude, and is truly the type of… Read More »
Pictured below is that special moment when a lovely bride makes that walk down the isle and her life will be forever changed. She could barely contain her emotions 🙂 Congratulations to Tim and Stephanie for having a beautiful Thursday evening ceremony at The Gallery!
Below is one of DJ’s Forrest favorite songs at the prom for LPHS 2013. Ahhh… the memories of prom night!
Below is a photo of a prom in Galveston TX with an amazing fire theme. We have been the school DJ for this district for nearly 15 years and look forward to working together for another 15… as long as they don’t replace us with robots by then! (Not to worried because robots will have… Read More »
One of our favorite times of year is summer when our apartment complexes start to throw pool parties. As the pool party DJ, it is our responsibility to play family friendly music, and let the tenants know that they are appreciated. Our music is upbeat and we typicaly play variety of country, top 40, rock,… Read More »
Tonight we are proud to perform for the graduating doctors of Baylor College of Medicine. The requested a top DJ in Houston, and we are up to the task. The music selections are modern, and the facility is classy as they hosted the event at Hotel ZaZa! Are you having a school or college event… Read More »
Here is an email I got to start our week of with a bang!!
New Google Reviews within the last week!
Congratulations to Ryan and Celeste for such a great wedding last night at Olde Dobbin Station in Montgomery TX. Below is their first dance as husband and wife!
We were thrilled to perform as the Prom DJ at the Berry Center for the Cypress Falls Prom, 2013. The night was amazing as this classy group of kids had the times of their lives!! Our team of DJ’s is passionate about making sure we do the best job possible to make sure students have… Read More »
We love these!! -DJ Forrest Crump- 5-9-13
Here is a thank you note we got on 5-5-13! We are infinitely thankful when our brides and grooms take the time to write or email us 🙂
Latest review from WeddingWire.com on May 6th, 2013… “Forrest was an amazing DJ. He kept the reception flowing flawlessly. He was always communicating with me during reception making sure everything was the way I wanted it without bothering me. He communicated with me before the event to plan the reception order of events and included… Read More »
Tonight DJ Forrest is performing for a lovely couple at Las Velas in Houston. This elegant venue has a ton of character and is a perfect place to have a fun, classy event. Also, you know you are in good company when your groom has a cake like this!!
Xceptional DJ’s: Houston Corporate Party DJ… This morning we were proud to perform the 2013 family fun day for GE Oil & Gas. The weather was a little chilly for May, but luckily, it warmed up just enough to have a great day in the sun! This Houston Corporate Party DJ company will come through… Read More »
We can think of no better compliment than when one of our valued clients are willing to take time out to thank us for a job well done. Below is a letter we got today. Totally made my day! -DJ Forrest
Tonight, DJ Forrest performed for the Lonestar College CyFair Campus. As one of the top referred CyFair DJ companies, we are thrilled when we get the call. -DJ Forrest performed at the Lonestar College in the “College Center” on 5-1-13- Xceptional DJ’s: One of top CyFair DJ companies… The theme of the evening was Hollywood!… Read More »
Sunday and off-night weddings are increasing in popularity. Brides and grooms are waking up to the realization that it is less costly and easier to book on off nights in general. This beautiful wedding took place at the popular Courtyard on St. James. We happily performed both the ceremony and reception, and a great event… Read More »
Below is a letter we received over the weekend. Nothing makes us prouder than when our clients have great events 🙂
Xceptional DJ’s took the party all the way to Point Comfort, TX this weekend for Family Fun day! The good folks at Alcoe World Alumina were gracious hosts as everyone had a great time and won some fantastic prizes from iPads to hunting trips. -DJ Forrest
Last night, DJ Forrest performed at 5226 Elm Venue in Houston for Amanda and Dustin! The event went flawlessly and everyone had fun dancing all night to a combination of oldies, dubstep, top 40, techno, and recent hip hop. Amanda was kind enough to share her experience below… –
We are proud to be a preferred vendor for the 5226 Elm venue. This trendy, upscale facility is a great place to hold a wedding and reception, and I’m told they also double as a photography studio as well. As this place gains in popularity, we are happy to provide the Houston DJ entertainment for more… Read More »
We are happy to announce our Wedding Wire Rating for 2012!
We have seen a boom in Houston company party business here in 2013 and we couldn’t be happier about it! From crawfish boils to cookoffs to picnics, we have you covered. Xceptional DJ’s has specialized in corporate functions of all kinds for over 14 years and knows what it takes for success. Pictured below, we… Read More »
Happy Monday!
We were happy to be DJ for the good folks at Sclumberger at the Houston Farm and Ranch. Tons of moonwalks, great food, fun prizes, horse and pony rides, great games, and of course, great tunes makes for a perfect day 🙂 DJ Forrest was the corporate party DJ that helped facilitate the fun as… Read More »
We are proud to be known as one of the top DJs in Kingwood TX. Below, we are pictured at the Kingwood Country Club and performing a golf tournament and crawfish boil for SGS North America. We DJ a variety of event types in the Kingwood area and are a wedding, company party, and private party… Read More »
We take our relationship with David’s Bridal very seriously as we are a preferred vendor. We feel this is a great honor, and we always handle our events with class and professionalism!
We have a diverse client base and a diverse group of DJ’s. Our brides respect us for appreciation for all cultures and our desire to learn new traditions. We believe we are a perfect choice when you need a high end Wedding DJ Sugarland or Houston, and we take pride in our customer service to… Read More »
Although we specialize in weddings, please remember we do almost anything related to music! A large portion of our business comes from corporate functions, corporate Christmas parties, and private parties! We are one of the most well known company party DJ companies in Houston. In the photo below, DJ Forrest has just finished setting up for… Read More »
Today we are excited to announce our new partnership with the David’s Bridal Galleria location! We are now the preferred vendor at this location. We will be sure to take great care of our brides and grooms! -DJ Forrest Click photo for link:
Wanted to post a picture of my wedding setup in March of 2013 for a visual. Picture quality is not the best because this is a cell phone picture in a dark room but anyhow: -My preference is a tight, compact setup that flat out sounds AMAZING. Visually appealing and not dominant. My goal is… Read More »
I am inspired to post this because it seems that we are the Wedding DJ Houston at The Gallery on a monthly basis. This is a great place to have a wedding because it has all the convenience and character you look for when picking the perfect venue. Wedding DJ Houston at The Gallery: We… Read More »
DJ in Memorial, Houston TX: Xceptional DJ’s are a top DJ in Memorial and are very versatile in that we perform for all ages and specialize in the greatest hits from all genres and even stay current with clean versions of the latest hits of today. Whether you need a DJ in Memorial or anywhere… Read More »
Who knew they had weddings at the Johnson Space Center in Clear Lake? The staff here is also aware of this fact, and is trying to grow their wedding business by spreading the word through bridal shows. We are proud to be one of the preferred vendors out here, and are proud to be known… Read More »
DJ Forrest had a successful first appearance at the Houston Auto Show this year. Without a doubt, the marketing team over at Chrysler/Jeep had the most exciting and talked about display this year. They had a full obstacle course with 30 foot ramp with severEangles, and setups to show off the offroad capabilities. Great photos… Read More »
DJ Forrest of Xceptional DJ’s will be spinning the world’s greatest tunes  this weekend at the Houston Auto Show on January 23rd-27th 2013! Come say hello as he will be at the Jeep display.
Let’s face it… everyone has heard horror stories of the DJ that ruined the wedding or party with bad music, subpar equipment, or cheesy announcements. No wants a cheap DJ service to ruin their wedding or private party (but few also want to over pay either). That is why you hire Xceptional DJ’s for your… Read More »
Forrest Crump, DJ Houston, and a few coworkers from the ADJA watched Larry Williams tonight to learn some new tricks of the trade regarding wedding receptions. To keep sharp in the entertainment industry, we believe it is very important to stay up to date. The theme of the night was a training on wedding rehearsals.… Read More »
Houston DJ Forrest performed 12-29-12 at Heights Villa for Shawn and Ashley. They had the time of their lives with their friends and families… and moments like this is why we choose to DJ as a profession! To achieve a moment like this takes years of practice and does not happen by accident. Simply playing a… Read More »
We love when clients add uplights to their DJ package. It really enhances the overall look and feel of any room. This is one of our lovely events taking place at the Trevisio in Houston with DJ Forrest Crump on the lucky day of the year… 12-12-12!
We love to DJ Christmas parties for companies! What a great chance to unwind after a long year. For over 14 years, we have performed for over 500 companies all around the city of Houston and are proud to be able to take part in the fun. We have a great selection of Christmas tunes… Read More »
“Hi Forrest, I just wanted to say thank you for all of your help with our Reception. You truly helped make it a wonderful evening, and I greatly appreciate everything you did for us. I wish you all the best.” -From Daniel in Houston- Comments like these make all the hard work we put in… Read More »
This venue is quickly becoming one of our favorite. This stunning place  has everything you could hope for from class to fun. Friendly and attentive staff makes the life of a so DJ much easier! When you invest in a place like this, it just makes sense to also invest in a great entertainer as… Read More »
Here at Xceptional Dj’s we have found ourselves performing more and more weddings in Galveston… and we LOVE it! We are known as one of the top Galveston DJ’s around and we will continue to support our vendors there without charging an additional travel charge. If you require a top wedding DJ… give Xceptional DJ’s… Read More »
We are DJing more homecoming dances than ever before and could not be more excited. Just wanted to update you because if you need us to DJ your school, we are booking up as far as 2014! The reason the for the boom is that we normally do such a great job that we keep… Read More »
Performed a fun wedding for Sergio and Laura last weekend. Could not have asked for a better group as we had a fun and classy event that played lots of top 40, salsa, mergengue, cumbias, and hip hop! When you need a Houston Dj, call DJ Forrest of Xceptional Dj’s for a great job!
We performed for Laura and Trey this weekend. This was such a lively and fun group that I will remember for a while. Played all music types from top 40 to country to disco, but also mixed in some oldies but goodies! DJ Forrest To view entire gallery- visit our Facebook page When you need… Read More »
Performed at Crowne Plaze in Houston this weekend and things went great as usual! Dancing for all and we performed all the greatest hits for this Asian and Jewish crowd. This could not have gone better as we were able to mix both cultures beautifully and pack the dancefloor with great songs as the beautiful… Read More »
We perfomed several homecomings this year and this was a record month for the company! Here is a photo from LPHS. To view full album visit here. – – If you want your school dance to be amazing you need to hire one of the top Houston school DJ companies… Xceptional DJ’s!
We performed a wonderful wedding recently in League City! We played lots of top 40 and hip hop, and everyone danced and could not stop raving about how great the music was! To see full gallery, click here– –  If you need a DJ in League City, look no further than Xceptional DJs. We specialize… Read More »
We were the performing DJ for Sloane and Chris’s wedding recently at Blackhorse Golfclub. We performed the beautiful wedding cermony by the lake, then moved the party inside for the reception. If you would like to see entire album, visit here. – When you need a DJ in Houston or at Blackhorse Golf Club, give… Read More »
We had a great time performing for Tim and Taylor. They had a wedding and we played all kinds of music. To view full photo album visit here. DJ Forrest – If you are looking for a DJ in Galveston, call Xceptional DJ’s today! We perform weddings, private parties and more.
We got a wonderful testimonial a few months back from El Toro where DJ Forrest performed the Cinco De Mayo party. Everyone had the time of their life and this letter was truly a blessing to us! …
We performed for Vanessa and Tim this weekend at the Greatwood Golf Club in Sugarland. All the family and friends danced all night and love all music types from country to classic rock to disco. Congrats to the bride and groom -DJ Forrest To view entire gallery click here– To contact Xceptional DJ’s for your… Read More »
We couldn’t have asked for a nicer couple to perform for last weekend at South Shore Harbour in Clear Lake TX. All the guests seemed to have a fantastic time at this fun and classy wedding reception and we were more than happy to be a part of Charity and Matt’s big day! -DJ Forrest… Read More »
We performed a Sunday wedding this weekend for this lovely couple. Everyone had a great time and the kids danced like crazy. We had a great time performing this event and wish Brendann and Meeghan the best in their new lives! DJ Forrest – Contact us today for more information! If you need a DJ… Read More »
We performed in Humble for Meeghan and Brendann. They were such a nice group to work with and we played lots of country, top 40, and line dances. The historic second floor of the Humble City Cafe provided a perfect atmosphere for a fantastic event! DJ Forrest – Contact us today for more information! –… Read More »
We performed for Ricky and Maria last weekend. We played a variety of music from top 40 to cumbia, to bachata to tejano, to hip hop! DJ Forrest kept the party going as everyone was commenting how much fun they were having and how great the music was. They are both teachers and both really… Read More »
We performed a birthday dart tournament last weekend. Everyone had a great time as tons of great dart players showed up. We played a variety of music including lots of hip hop, lots of oldies, and even some country and slow songs mixed in for good measure. We even played some Tejano near the end… Read More »
We performed aboard the Star Gazer Yacht for Michelines birthday party this weekend! It was a fun group and the evening went well with great food, great music, and even a fireworks show. We played a variety of music such as soul, oldies, disco, top 40 and more. -DJ Forrest- – To see the entire… Read More »
We were happy to perform the reception this weekend for Peter and Theresa at the Czech Center Museum in Houston, TX. Our clients enjoyed a classy evening in a beautiful venue. Everything flowed perfectly and tears flowed during the toasts! Another successful event and we are thankful we provided the entertainment for the evening. To… Read More »
We were the downtown Houston DJ for Cathexis Oil and Gas this fourth of July. The mood was light and everyone seemed to have a fantastic time dancing, having fun, and enjoying the fireworks from above! They even had an artist doing caricatures. Happy 4th of July everyone! DJ Forrest If you need a DJ… Read More »
We performed in Baytown for Cirby and Ryan this weekend. As you can see from the photos, this was such a fun party for all and the dancefloor was packed for most of the evening. Cirby and family arranged a beautiful slideshow to be played during dinner and it really set the tone for an… Read More »
We performed at The Heights Villa for Ryan and Angela this past weekend and the event went perfectly. From the ceremony entertainment a few rooms over to the reception, the guests all enjoyed themselves on this evening. We played lots of country music, lots of top 40, and even worked in some line dances! Congratulations… Read More »
My old friends Kristina and Steven got married this weekend in Conroe and had a fantastic event. We played a variety of music from oldies to top 40 to tejano and more. They had a money dance as well and a great time was had by all the Village Golf Club! -DJ Forrest- When you… Read More »
We performed at River Oaks Country Club last weekend for the ceremony and reception of Mickey and Tashena. They are such a beautiful couple and we were happy to perform for members of the US Navy! – To view full gallery visit http://www.facebook.com/houstondjs – When you need a wedding DJ in River Oaks, TX give Xceptional… Read More »
We had a great time performing last weekend. As you can see in the photos, the kids danced like crazy all night and they all had a night they will remember for the rest of their lives! FOR FULL ALBUM of photos, visit us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/houstondjs. – If you live ever need a… Read More »
Yesterday we performed the music for Dave and Donell! They had a beautiful event at a huge farm house and we split the music duties with a blues band. The family cooked lots of crawfish, and a great time was had by all! We kept the music light and upbeat and played music all over… Read More »
We performed the entertainment for El Toro Mexican restaurant this year on Cinco De Mayo. The event took place outside at their beautiful Baytown location. From the moment the guests began to arrive, there was excitement and a fun atmosphere and the dancefloor was packed nearly all night. The music spanned all ages with some… Read More »
We performed at Villa Capri on Sunday May, 1st in Clear Lake. There is nothing better to us than a great surprise party and that is exactly what we had! Kathy was under the impression that she was going to ANOTHER surprise party but the surpise was on her! We played a lot of classic… Read More »
Uplights can help transform an otherwise normal room into an incredible looking venue. You can choose your color. We use LED uplights in Houston so in case a child touches it, you need not worry about it being too hot. – We typically will space these four or five feet apart and will sometimes… Read More »
Cori and Vernon got married at April Sound in Montgomery, TX. They had a lovely ceremony at the church, then a few blocks away, had a lovely reception as well. The facility was beautiful and the music was a mixture of country, classical and some top 40 at the end of the night! We were… Read More »
We performed an for an amazing group last Saturday in Pearland at Hilton Garden Inn. Raquel and Sean had so much fun and danced all night long during their six hour event!- If you need a Pearland DJ, please call us today. We specialize in Pearland weddings and service Houston and surrounding cities with top… Read More »
We performed a short 2 hour cruise in May on Star Fleet Yachts! The music was lots of “old school” greatness with some “Wanna Be A Baller” mixed in with lots of similar hits. We are known to accommodate all age groups and can take you back to the old and yet we can play… Read More »
We performed in Kemah, TX this Saturday for a 60th birthday party on the Star Gazer Yacht. The four hour cruise involved lots of classic rock, country, and top 40. The party was tons of fun as the weather was a beautiful 70 degrees and there was a perfect breeze throughout the evening! If… Read More »
We performed a Sunday cruise on the Fantasea Yacht in Clear Lake at South Shore Harbour. There were tons of birthdays to celebrate, and even a few anniversaries. The party was a lot of fun as all guests danced like it was New Years! You would have never known this event happened on a Sunday!… Read More »
Leslie and John had a beatiful wedding at the historic Magnolia ballroom (build in 1894) in Downtown Houston. We couldn’t have asked for a better evening all around because I believe every guest in the room had a fantastic time. We played a good variety of music because we had a very diverse crowd on… Read More »
We are excited to announce our new business partnership with Alief ISD! This alliance will allow us to create a win-win situation. – – I picked a wonderful day to visit the administrative facilities because the Elsik High School Lady Rams basketball team embarked to Austin to shoot for the state championship. The Alief staff… Read More »
We performed for Sheffany and Hermano at the Green Event Center in Friendswood. They are a lovely couple and we were happy to perform for them! -Forrest When you need a school or wedding DJ in Friendswood, we encourage you to call Xceptional Dj’s. We take great pride in being a great value!
Insco held a company function on Friday and Saturday at the Mitchell Historical Property and at Moody Gardens. We were fortunate enough to perform for them each night. It was interesting because Mardi Gras was happening below so the mood was festive on Friday. We commonly DJ in Galveston for weddings, company parties, and more!… Read More »
This week was the annual Go Texan day for BOMA at the Marathon Oil Tower in Houston. Each year the folks come out and have special lunch and listen to Houston DJ tunes provided by Xceptional DJ’s. We are thankful to have worked with these great folks for over five years! – When you need… Read More »
Free Wedding Articles | How To Plan A Wedding How To Plan A Wedding By: Thomas L Bronson Between men and women, it’s the women who are more inclined to planning and paying attention even to minute details to ensure smooth completion of a task. If you are a bride, it is very much expected… Read More »
A typical Houston DJ must have a vast skill set to perform the wide range of music required. As I mention regularly when talking with brides, it requires a special kind of DJ for a wedding as opposed to a club, school, or other types. You must be able to accommodate old, new, fast, slow,… Read More »
We performed today at the Macy’s Valentine Brunch at First Colony Mall in Sugarland, TX. The music was upbeat and the atmosphere was relaxed. The Macy’ s bridal staff is great to work with and very accommodating! -DJ Forrest
This wonderful event took place February 5th, 2011 in Hitchcock, TX just outside of Santa Fe. It was a well executed surprise party and Dave and Debbie thought they were going to a friends surprise party!! We were honered to DJ and played a variety of country, hip hop, top 40, slow songs, and more.… Read More »
Anyone can buy some great equipment, download some music, and launch a DJ company! Heck there may be 10,000 other competitors for all I know… just in Houston!! That is great (and I am all about the “American Dream”) but the fact of the matter is that it simply takes SEVERAL years and dozens of… Read More »
Not only do we DJ weddings, we handle many schools and perform for many school districts around Houston area! Here (January 28th), we perform for a group of 6th graders in Friendswood, TX and we believe those kids had the time of their life! Our music consisted mainly of top 40. We played every line… Read More »
The right Houston wedding DJ will mean the difference between an average event, and a phenomenal event people will talk about for years. With the perfect blend of music, just the right amount of announcing, and the perfect volume, your event will flow perfectly. A great DJ will also keep guests informed as to what’s… Read More »
Xceptional DJ’s was recently accredited by the Better Business in Houston! We pride ourselves in being a company you can trust to do a great job for your wedding entertainment. Our Houston DJ’s take great pride in providing you the best value and service possible!
Hiring music entertainment can arguably be the most important booking made for your wedding. Guests remember whether or not they had fun at your wedding. What you pay for is what you get is a good rule of thumb. However, I would like to educate the consumer, future brides and grooms, of how to hire… Read More »
I am often asked by brides and grooms about how we MC or make our announcements. Here is an example of some things I may say… Guests Enter The Room: “Ladies and Gentlemen welcome to the reception! Please feel free to help yourself to the beverages and appetizers as we wait for the bride and… Read More »
Even the greatest DJ’s in the world will occasionally play a song that empties a packed dancefloor when performing for a small crowd. When this happens I almost immediately fade out of that song within 30 seconds as opposed to letting the song keep playing and sucking the life out of my party! Never, however,… Read More »
With summer here, Xceptional DJ’s loves to perform pool parties for all age groups with both individuals, and apartment complexes! We will typically play a variety of upbeat music depending on the desired results.Some parties are laid back and more background music, while others are more of a wild party! We find that apartment complexes… Read More »
All DJ’s have personal preferences for DJ gear so I will tell you mine and why. 95% of the parties I DJ have between 25-200 people. In years past I used a truck to carry a huge set-up with large bass boxes and extensive lightshows. Now I carry all of my equipment in my 4-… Read More »
This is a list of my top requested songs. Yes I do keep track! DJ UNC Walk It Out DJ Casper Cha Cha Slide Chris Brown Run It Usher Yeah Commodores Brick House Village People Y.M.C.A. AC/DC Shook Me Night Long King Africa Carnavalito Marvin Gaye Let’s Get it On Garth Brooks The Dance Chubby… Read More »
We do our best to speak in normal tones and not in the dreaded DJ voice that turns guests off. We have no intention of stealing the show and realize the bride and groom are the true stars and we are only there to accentuate the party. Another small, but large, factor is keeping the… Read More »
