Industry Referrals
“Alan is THE Wedding Wizard! For a unique reception you and your guests will remember
and cherish, hire him as your DJ Entertainer.” Stacy Zemon, Author, DJ Entertainer
“Alan is a great entertainer & a good person. He has served as an ADJA Local chapter officer with distinction.
He has good skills & is a very committed professional.” DJ Dr. Drax, CEO American Disc Jockey Association
“Alan is a hard working individual who cares for his clients, and creating the vision that they have. Going over and beyond what the client expects is why Alan is in demand in his field. I would recommend Alan to anyone looking for a high-quality entertainer!”
Brian Harris, ADJA Entertainer, Nominated Best DJ Dayton-Cincinatti in The Knot Magazine
“Alan is a professional wedding entertainer that believes that a wedding reception is a joyous occasion where two hearts share their love with family and friends. He makes each wedding a unique occasion. Any customer is lucky if Alan is the facilitator of that joy. As a wedding professional, Alan has participated in hundreds of celebrations. As a result, he uses his experience, talent, and enthusiasm to create a memorable, elegant and fun event.” Sue The DJ Meloun, Chicago www.SueTheDJ.com
"Alan brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the table- a true asset to the wedding professional community. I've enjoyed the opportunity to learn more about him and his company through LinkedIn. Anytime I see him post, I know I'm in for an educational treat.” Meghan Ely, Owner, OFD Consulting LLC
"Alan is a hard working, personable wedding professional, who delights in motivating
your wedding guests to get off their seats and on their feet."Pamela Archer, Author, Floral Designer, Pamela's Event Designs.
"Alan is a consummate professional, Alan is a showman, an impressario, and a complete professional in making sure his client is happy." The Zonkers, Wedding Band
Past Client References
from Stacie Hughes (Posted on Wedding Wire):
Alan Dodson saved my wedding!! The day of our outdoor wedding it came a terrible storm - that was when Alan really began working his magic. He kept me updated on the weather and what it was predicted to do. I like to be in control and the weather was something that definitely couldn't be changed but Alan kept me calm and assured me that we would work around it and that everything would be fine.
While I technically had a "wedding coordinator," she ended up not doing a whole lot in the form of coordination. Alan could sense that from the beginning and so he quietly and professionally stood by ready to take the reins when she let them go. He helped in the flow of the wedding and guided me, my husband, and our wedding party of where to go and what to do.
Alan did the music for both the ceremony and reception and it couldn't have been better! He listened to our (mine and my husband's) thoughts about music, gave his suggestions, and together we developed a great playlist. No details were left unturned.
We had several people in our wedding party with difficult names to pronounce. When it was time for introductions I had no fear of someone having their name butchered because Alan was very specific in asking for the names of everyone ahead of time and he made sure that he knew exactly how to say them. There was no hesitation from his part and he did a fantastic job!
I would highly recommend Alan Dodson to anyone looking for a great DJ!
He's so much more than just a DJ, he is an entertainer and he keeps the crowd engaged and everything moving along smoothly. With Alan, you dont have to worry about those awkward moments with your guests when no one knows where to go or what to do or when things just seem to come to a lull. He did an awesome job with our wedding and I honestly can't even imagine how things would have turned out with just any old DJ. Thanks Alan!!
Mallorie (Williams) Hatcher 423-967-5625 (Wedding)
“I have been a Methodist minister for many years and I have never seen such an organized and smooth wedding”
Estel Williams (Father of the Bride)
“Everything you did was amazing; you have a fan for life!”
Shelly (Roberts) & Randal White 276-698-6361 or 698-6925
"He really is a jack of all trades (for weddings)! Not only was he professional and willing to meet our music needs in every way, but he was helpful when we had other wedding planning questions or needs. He's very knowledgable about the entire wedding business. He helped us find a wedding venue after two cancellations, and we are so glad he found the one we went with. Our reception turned into a party everyone said they would never forget! The music choices late in the evening were perfect for the mood! I would reccommend Alan to anyone."
“Alan Dodson was an awesome DJ. He and his fiancé were wonderful.” Bekah (Edwards)& Andrew Crawford 423.416.0969
Brian & Terry Crunk (Wedding)
tbroglio@yahoo.com
423-612-1441
Bilyana & Mark Jankowske (Wedding)
mjankowske@gmail.com
540-239-7168
Taylor & Craig Trent (Wedding)
Tctay820@aol.com
423-416-0026
Mr. Dodson was a wonderful DJ for our wedding reception. He was very personable
and made the reception very personal. His games allowed people to really get to
know the bride & groom well. Also, when he asks you to make a list of songs you
do/do not want, make SURE to do this. This will help tremendously! It was a great
experience. We had a wonderful reception & almost everyone has come up to us
afterwards and said it was the "most fun" they'd ever had! (Taylor Trent)
Wendy Olson (Wedding Mom)
Rolson6450@aol.com
423-989-3046
Frankie & Jenny Sells (Wedding)
daisyduke1802@yahoo.com
423-946-3392
Jim McGuire (Party)
jmcguire@eastman.com
423-967-8844
Ben & Crystal Spoone (Wedding)
lilbuttboy@yahoo.com
423-307-8442
Steve Mercer (Wedding Dad)
smercer@rmwilson.com
276-206-8355
Shayler Phillips (Wedding)
Shay209@yahoo.com
828-358-0098
We enjoyed ourselves and so did our guests. we appreciate all that you've done that
day and enjoyed viewing our photos on your face book page. (Mr. & Mrs. Shayler Phillips)
Susie Phillips (Josh & Amy) (Wedding Mom)
slphillips@chartertn.net
423-341-9435
You were such an asset to Josh and Amy's wedding! I loved how you interacted with the guests
and kept the reception a load of fun. The Bride or Groom game was the best. We still look
back at the pictures and you can tell Amy and Josh were having so much fun. Thanks also for
introducing the special guest who wanted to wish (or should I say lick) the couple well, which
was Lexie, Amy's dog that Josh gave her last year for Christmas. We had such a great time .I
hope anyone needing a DJ reads this because you were the best!!!!!!! Thanks again.
(Susie Phillips, mother of the Bride)
Barbara Lee MD (Wedding – Charlotte)
Bkmiller98@earthlink.net
704-527-4704
Kristin & Timothy Prewitt (Wedding)
Online_angel313@hotmail.com
606-344-4043
Tessa & Robert Swarthout (Wedding – Atlanta)
runnergirlfrye@gmail.com
706-676-0749
Alan was the most professional and helpful DJ I have ever worked with. I didn't have a
wedding planner, but because he is so organized and takes the time to learn not only
about us as a couple but about our day and everyone involved he helped the entire day
to run smoothly. We didn't ask him to be at the rehearsal but he came anyways. It was
an outdoor venue and the chances or rain was high for the wedding day, so that night
we were facing to decide on a plan B. I wasn't the least bit excited about plan "B"
but he provided a huge amount of support and encouragement that everything was going
to be A OKAY. Sure enough.. the next day the weather forecast was wrong, and the wedding
and reception were complete in great style and ease. I can't say enough good things about
Alan, but can promise if you decide to work with him, it will be the BEST decision you make!
(Tessa Swarthout)
Jennifer Hart (Wedding)
jenniferdhart@gmail.com
423-791-0881
Ramona & Brandon Fender (Wedding)
Monarae1605@hotmail.com
423-791-2602
Randy & Sherry Tipton (Wedding Parents)
423-329-3308
Mary & Eric Occhioni (Wedding)
Hanzlik.6@osu.edu
585-734-0929
This picture sent to me on Monday after the wedding from the
photographer Mike Bowling of Advanced Photography and Video along
with this note. "Alan, Attached is the photo of you with Sarah and
Johnny. I really enjoyed working with you at the wedding. I have never
seen a couple have a better time at their wedding."
Thanks,
Mike Bowling
Sarah & Johnny Vogel (Wedding)
Zslv8@goldmail.etsu.edu
423-202-5419
Lindsay & Sean Henry (Wedding)
Lins0311@yahoo.com
423-956-1526
Nancy Johnson (Wedding Mom)
NCybullaJohnson@aol.com
423-538-9009
Cindy & Bo Westmoreland (Party)
drbo@comcast.net
423-361-7699 or 423-361-2157
Alan MADE my wedding a success. He was not only our DJ, but also our officiant. He paid
attention to the body language of our guests and played music accordingly. We got to
customize all the music. He had games for our guests to partake in, and he solved potential
crisis (little kids found the send off air horns... yeah, that could have been bad.) He took
charge and made the whole process of getting married run very smooth. I tell everyone, Hands
down, you will not find a better DJ than Alan. (Amanda)
Wow! Amazing party! Alan was incredible. He met with us 4 or 5 times over several months in
preparation for our wedding and reception. We had the wedding at a family property and the
reception in a large tent. The attention to detail throughout the entire process was excellent.
When we first called around looking for a DJ, we found a lot of different prices being quoted
without any questions about what we wanted. Alan asked probably 30 questions before we discussed
price at all, and frankly when he told me how much, I just about lost my breath because it was
about twice what we had heard from several others. However, after meeting with him, and seeing
how professional he was and he listened to what WE wanted, it was clear that he was going to be our DJ!
Not only did we spend a lot of time with him selecting special music, his love story questions
and our answers added so much to the introductions and announcements throughout the evening. He
was a great Emcee and made sure that everything at our wedding and reception happened at the
right time. He made our day perfect! He was worth three times what it cost. (Beth Robbins)
If you would like to hire me as a professional entertainer for your wedding reception on a weekday (Mon-Thur), the cost is $750.00
If you would like to hire me as a professional entertainer for your wedding reception on a Friday, Saturday or Sunday, the cost is$1250.00
If you would like for me to provide the sound and music for your ceremony, there is an additional $250.00 fee.
Download my wedding performance contract to see everything that is included.
