THE HOME OF MIDLANDS WEDDING DJS
Midlands Wedding DJs in KZN & Drakensberg
- 20 years behind the decks
- Weddings exclusively
- SAMRO & SAMPRA licensed
- DMX professional lighting
- 5-star rated
- 1000+ weddings
- Venue preferred
MIDLANDS DJS
Welcome to Midlands DJs—the premier destination for professional Wedding DJs in the Midlands, KwaZulu-Natal. Midlands DJs was founded by dedicated Wedding DJ Jarryd Sunkel, one of the KZN Midlands Wedding DJs in the Midlands DJs collective, to offer couples premium entertainment for their special day.
Jarryd has earned his reputation through exceptional talent and unmatched experience in the wedding industry over the past 2 decades. Specializing exclusively in weddings, Jarryd is committed to delivering the perfect soundtrack for your celebration in the KZN Midlands, creating unforgettable memories of your Wedding Celebration.
Jarryd consistently receives glowing testimonials from newlyweds, with couples raving about the energy, professionalism, and seamless flow he brings to every event. Countless brides and grooms have shared how their Midlands DJ was integral to creating a magical atmosphere, packing the dance floor, and making every moment unforgettable.
Using only top-of-the-line equipment, Midlands DJs ensures crystal-clear sound quality that fills your venue with vibrant music. Their state-of-the-art gear guarantees reliability, providing you and your guests the ultimate listening experience.
To complete the experience, Jarryd brings professional dance floor lighting, setting the perfect mood and adding dynamic effects that enhance every beat. From elegant uplighting to movement-based effects, his lighting designs elevate your wedding and keep the energy alive throughout the night.
Meet the collective
THE MIDLANDS WEDDING DJ’S
Midlands DJs is a collective of professional KZN Midlands Wedding DJs. Jarryd Sunkel is one of the Midlands Wedding DJs that make up Midlands DJs. Choose a DJ to see their profile.
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DJ JARRYD SUNKEL
Jarryd Sunkel is a Midlands Wedding DJ, MC and Photobooth specialist, known for his DJ expertise in the KZN Midlands and Drakensberg areas. Over the past 20 years, Jarryd has built a reputation as one of the best Midlands wedding DJs in KZN, offering an exceptional experience for bridal couples. He has provided brilliant music, great service, and reliability at many popular Midlands wedding venues, earning high recommendations from past couples and venues alike. As part of Midlands DJs, Jarryd plays weddings across the KZN Midlands. Although based in Durban, Jarryd is available for events across South Africa, including major cities such as Cape Town and Johannesburg.
As a dedicated wedding DJ, Jarryd fully understands the unique needs of weddings compared to other events. His extensive repertoire includes the latest hits and timeless wedding classics, ensuring all age groups can enjoy the music, from pop favorites to sing-along classics. For outdoor ceremonies, Jarryd provides battery-powered PA systems that guarantee uninterrupted sound quality even in the case of power outages or load shedding.
Jarryd also offers the Wedding Photobooths, providing guests with entertainment during pre-drinks or the reception. With custom-designed photo templates, premium backdrops, and instant photo printing, the photobooth is a hit at every event. It is available with or without booking a DJ, making it a versatile option for any celebration.
PROFESSIONAL SOUND
Sound quality is non-negotiable for me. That’s why I rely on top-tier brands like JBL Professional, RCF, Shure, Soundcraft, and Pioneer DJ. These brands are synonymous with reliability and excellence in the audio industry. By mixing and matching equipment from these brands, We tailor the sound system to suit the unique acoustics of each venue, ensuring crystal-clear audio for speeches, music, and everything in between.
Weddings book up early
Secure your preferred DJ
Professional Wedding DJs are booked 12 to 18 months in advance. Check your date and get a quote before someone else takes it.
MIDLANDS PHOTOBOOTHS
Midlands Jocks is proud to partner with the renowned photobooth brand, Midlands Photobooths, to offer couples celebrating their weddings in the KZN Midlands an exclusive opportunity. This collaboration ensures that wedding guests can enjoy the excitement of a professional photobooth experience, complete with high-quality, instant photo printing. With Midlands Photobooths' trusted expertise and Midlands Jocks' commitment to exceptional service, couples can now add a personalized touch to their special day, capturing unforgettable moments in style.
THE MIDLANDS VENUES
The Midlands Jocks spend their Weekends up in the KZN Midlands celebrating with our couples. We highly recommend the below venues.
PROFESSIONAL LIGHTING
My Lighting setup includes professional DMX Intelligent LED Moving Heads and Parcan lighting for the Dancefloor. Our Lighting choice includes the use of an LED Bar which gives any venue a great "colour wash" and a range of effect lighting which beams through the Haze.
DMX lighting can significantly enhance the ambiance and mood of a wedding, offering several key benefits:
Dynamic Control: DMX lighting allows for precise control over individual lights or groups of lights. This means lighting can be easily adjusted to match different parts of the wedding, like the ceremony, dinner, and dancing.
Customization: You can change colors, intensity, and lighting effects to match the wedding theme, venue design, or even specific moments. For instance, warm, soft lighting can create an intimate atmosphere during the ceremony, while vibrant, colored lights can energize the dance floor.
Enhanced Decor: DMX lighting can highlight key features of the venue, such as centerpieces, the wedding cake, or floral arrangements, making them more prominent and visually appealing.
Special Effects: DMX-controlled lights can produce effects like strobing, color transitions, and moving lights, adding a unique element to the celebration, particularly during the reception and dance party.
Seamless Integration: DMX lighting systems can be integrated with music and other entertainment, syncing lights with the rhythm of the music, enhancing the overall experience.
Cold Sparks: Unlike traditional pyrotechnics, cold spark generators produce a beautiful shower of sparks that is safe for indoor use, perfect for your first dance or grand entrance.
RELIABILITY & TRUST IS KEY
Your Wedding DJ is a lot more than a vendor hired to play music. Your DJ holds the reins to the sound, the lighting and, most of all, the part you and your friends and family have waited months (sometimes years) for: the party! Experience should guide your choice of Wedding DJ more than budget, because your DJ plays one of the most important roles in the success of your wedding. Choose wisely.
In summary, as Midlands Wedding DJs , its all about combining visual elegance with impeccable sound quality. From the neat cabling and wireless lighting to the industry-leading audio equipment, every detail is carefully considered to create a seamless and unforgettable experience for you and your guests.
We use DMX Technology to add a visually stunning and high-impact element to the dance floor. The beauty of DMX lighting at weddings lies in its ability to create different lighting “scenes” or “looks”. These scenes, created beforehand, can be triggered at different moments to create visually intriguing light shows that enhance the atmosphere on the dance floor.
FAQ
WEDDING DJ QUESTIONS
What couples ask before they book a Midlands Wedding DJ or a wedding photobooth.
Wedding DJAnswered by Midlands DJ
What does a professional, elite Midlands Wedding DJ charge?
Expect to pay from R17,000 upwards for a professional, elite Wedding DJ in the KZN Midlands. Experience is key: you are paying for years of wedding experience: a DJ who reads the room and keeps the evening flowing from the ceremony to the last song.
Professional DJs in this range also include DMX intelligent lighting, not just simple “dance floor lighting”. Where you land depends on your guest numbers, ceremony and canapé sound, lighting and travel to your venue.
How far ahead should we book our Wedding DJ?
Professional Wedding DJs are booked 12 to 18 months in advance, and peak-season Saturdays go first. Booking about 12 months out gives you a good chance of getting your preferred DJ. If your wedding is sooner, check your date anyway: it may still be open.
What is included in a wedding DJ package?
Sound for the ceremony, background music for canapés and the cocktail hour, reception entertainment, dance floor lighting, cordless Shure microphones, and battery-powered sound for ceremony spots without power. Setup and breakdown are part of the package.
What kind of music do you play?
Mostly popular music from the last 20 years, plus older sing-along classics that get every generation onto the dance floor. Send us your favourite songs and must-plays, and have a look at the wedding song suggestions if you want somewhere to start.
Do you take song requests on the night?
Yes, requests are welcome all evening. Your DJ uses their judgement on when to play them, because the goal is a dance floor that stays full and music that flows.
PhotoboothsAnswered by our partner, Midlands Photobooths
How do I make a booking?
We make the booking process very simple and hassle-free. Once we have received your go-ahead, we will send you our banking details for a booking fee payment. This is to be paid within 24 hours. Your booking form, which was sent to you along with proof of payment, is also required within this time frame. If we do not receive both these documents, we release the date and assume you have booked another provider.
How does the booth work?
Guests simply stand in front of the backdrop and listen to one of our friendly assistants as they explain the procedure. But it’s simple — watch the screen, wait for the countdown and SMILE! The camera takes 3 or 4 photos (depending on your choice) approx 4 seconds apart. Your photo appears on the screen once it has been taken and the booth proceeds to the next one. On completion, your photo is printed instantly.
How much space is required for the booth?
The booth requires a space of approx 3m x 3m and can fit between 1 and 15 persons at any one time (you keen to set a new record?).
What is the difference between a photobooth template and a photobooth backdrop?
A template is the design you see on the actual photo print itself. This has your name, company logo or theme design on it and is pre-designed to suit your function. A backdrop is what you will be standing in front of when having your photo taken at the booth. You can see our backdrops here.
Are your backdrops free or do we have to pay for them?
We offer our range of backdrops FREE with any printing package.