Frequently Asked Questions — On Rotation Events

Frequently Asked

Yes!! I would love to play your requests and favorite songs!
When you book my services, I include access to my online music questionnaire. That’s the perfect place to share your special songs (Ceremony Music, your First Dance, must-plays, etc.), playlist links (Spotify, YouTube, Apple Music, etc.), and any other details I should know.
If you trust me to take the lead, just select your special songs, tell me about your likes/dislikes, and I can take it from there!
Right away! Within 24 hours of confirming your booking (excluding weekends/holidays), I will send you a direct link to your music questionnaire and a couple other helpful resources/links.
Yes! I can shorten songs, remove parts/lyrics/verses from songs, make custom edits, and more! Just let me know what ideas/vision you have in mind, and we’ll work together to bring it to life!
Yes! If there are specific songs you don’t want to hear, an artist you don’t like, or a genre/kind of music you want skipped, tell me and I won’t play them.

At least once, about 2-4 weeks before your wedding/special event! During that meeting we’ll go over your special songs, requests, timeline, and any other questions you have for me.
I’m also available to meet before you book and as needed throughout your planning process (helpful if you’d like custom song edits, timeline support, etc.).
Most meetings take place on the phone or on Zoom/similar. If you’d like to meet locally (in the San Luis Obispo area), please reach out! If our schedules align, I love getting to meet in person!
With multiple sound systems! I bring dedicated gear for each space/location, allowing me to create seamless transitions, with music already playing as your guests arrive.
Yes! I love collaborating! Whether we’re curating a live music/DJ fusion experience or playing separately, I’ll make sure I’m in sync with your band/musicians from start to end.

Click the “Let’s Work Together” button and fill out my contact form! Or email me directly: steven@onrotationevents.com
I’ll reply within 24 hours. If you send me the important details (your full name, event date, venue, and email) and if I’m available, my response will include a link to book me as your DJ/MC. That link allows you to confirm the service details, sign our event agreement, and pay the non-refundable reservation fee (typically $500 of the total balance due).
Once that’s done, your event will be locked in on my calendar. From there, keep an eye out for my email with an outline of next steps and our music questionnaire!
If the energy of your MC and your dance party is a priority, I recommend reaching out 10-16 months before your wedding or event. If your date is in May, September, or October, sooner is better because those months (and other peak dates) fill quickly.
That said, I have booked weddings within 1-3 months of the wedding date and will always reply to your messages in a timely manner (generally within 48 hours). And if I am already booked, I’m happy to offer recommendations!
Yes! I’m available to DJ/MC any day of the week, Monday through Friday, on Saturdays, and Sundays, including holidays.
However, I (DJ Steven) only book and work 1 wedding or event per day. If you’re interested in working with me or getting a quote for services, please reach out!
No!

I primarily serve San Luis Obispo County and the Santa Ynez Valley! I love traveling to DJ/MC in the greater Santa Barbara area, Ventura County, Monterey County, and across the state of California!
Travel fees do not apply to weddings/events within San Luis Obispo County or the Santa Ynez Valley. For events in Santa Barbara, Ventura, and Monterey Counties, travel fees may apply if you need 6+ hours of DJ/MC performance time. Custom quotes will be provided for events outside these regions.
Unless you need to modify service details, once a formal quote is provided and the contract is signed, the final price will not change.
Yes! I’m fully insured and my business is licensed + registered with the cities of San Luis Obispo and Atascadero. If needed, I can provide a COI (certificate of insurance) that names your venue as an additional insured.
No! My entire music library (of over 10,000 songs and any music you send me is stored on my laptop. All those songs can be played at any time without an internet connection.