"Planning a wedding from a 12 hour distance, and under a tight budget, can be a daunting task for any bride. Given this circumstance, I truly had to make the best of my planning process by carefully selecting vendors in the Upstate New York area that could provide flexible, reliable, top of the line yet budget friendly services. One of my biggest challenges was to find these qualities in a DJ for my reception entertainment. Through initial research, I found DJ’s online but grew disappointed and discouraged by their impersonal approach, high pricing, and inflexibility. I finally asked my reception site coordinator for suggestions in the area to pursue, and he gave me the contact information to Bernie Brown, Wheels of Steel DJing, in Constable, NY.

When I first called Bernie, I learned that he unfortunately already had my July 12th, 2008 date booked for another reception. However, he gave me great advice on how to best seek DJ services in the area, provided me with knowledge on average pricing, referred me to another DJ he recommended, and offered to keep my information in the event anything changed. I was immediately impressed with his professionalism and willingness to help even though I could not book his services. Low and behold, a few months later, I received a call from Bernie with the news that my date was now open. He had kept his promise with exceptional follow-through, and I had finally landed my DJ. Bernie Brown was absolutely amazing to work with from day one.

Throughout the planning process, I can honestly say that Bernie was very organized. He did this through consistent emailing and a visit to my house when I was in town for a quick weekend with short notice. Bernie took note of all details – I barely had to do a thing! He was very open to all my suggestions and even took on a new challenge. I really wanted to incorporate a lighting feature to my venue – an “R” lit up on the dance floor for our first dance as a couple. Even though Bernie had never offered this service, he researched the possibility, ordered the lighting gobo and equipment, and let me keep it as a souvenir – all for a nominal charge. He absolutely went above and beyond to ensure my day was special.

Bernie dressed professionally for the occasion and had the equipment set up an hour before my ceremony even started. (This really calms the nerves for a bride!) The music was a hit. Not one song went played without a crowded dance floor. He followed through with my “play” and “do not play” lists and provided smooth transitions throughout the evening. His innovative lighting effects were the icing on the cake, and I had so many compliments about our DJ that night!

I would highly recommend Bernie Brown for any bride – he completely met my needs for a reliable, flexible, top of the line yet budget friendly service – without a doubt!"

Jason & Tricia Raiti

Wedding Date: July 12, 2008

Reception Site: Gran View on the River – Ogdensburg, NY

"Thank you so much for the great job you did as our DJ! You really helped our special day go alot smoother! Thanks Again!

Christopher & Hannah Fleury

"Thank you so much for everything you did to make our wedding day perfect! We had a great time at the reception and we are still getting compliments for throwing a great party - thanks to you! Thanks Again."

Josh & Lindsey Tupia

"Hey Bernie, Hope all is well with you. We just got back yesterday from our honeymoon and I didn't get a chance to email you earlier and let you know what an AMAZING time we had at our wedding and you really played a major role in that. You were AWESOME!!!!!!!!! We couldn't have asked for more. Thank you so much for everything."

David & Patricia Pazos

Wedding Date: August 22, 2009

Reception Site: Castle Hill Resort – Cavendish, VT

"Bernie, We just wanted to drop you a quick line to thank you again for doing such a fabulous job with the reception. You kept everything moving right along and it went great!! Thank you so much for all of your help we really appreciate it!! We will definitely recommend you to anyone looking for DJ services. Thanks again!"

Patrick & Lindsay Chapman

Wedding Date: October 3, 2009

Reception Site: Quality of Life Building – Malone, NY

"Dear Bernie, We just wanted to thank you for your excellent and professional DJ work at our wedding on October 31st at the Malone Golf Course. We couldn't have had a more perfect musical presentation, you made our day. Again, we thank you very much."

Tom & Cathy Caruso

Wedding Date: October 31, 2009

Reception Site: Malone Golf Club – Malone, NY

"Hi Bernie, We just wanted to write you a quick note thanking you for the wonderful job Saturday night! You really know how to keep the party going! There have been so many compliments from friends & family about "how fun the reception was" & that is definitely what we wanted!!! You went above & beyond any expectations we had! The remix you put together for the Father/Daughter dance was amazing! You can expect great recommendations from both us and our families! Thanks again Bernie! ~ Jake & Nicole Martin : )"

Jake & Nicole Martin

Wedding Date: July 17, 2010

Reception Site: Quality of Work Life Building – Malone, NY

"Dear Bernie, Thank you for exceeding any and all of our expectations. You went above and beyond, making sure we had a wedding night to remember. Everybody (and I mean everybody) was complimenting the mix of music you had put together. You read the crowd perfectly! We also thank you again for doing the extra research for our traditional Jewish dances. I think they went as smoothly as we could have expected. It was really funny seeing some of the pictures of Katie's face when she was up on the chair. From set up to break down you were extremely professional and even helped out to trench the extension chords. We hope you had as great a time as we did. Please feel free to list Katie and myself as references for any of your future clients."

Matt & Katie Yoskowitz

Wedding Date: August 7, 2010

Reception Site: Home of the Bride's Parents - Chazy, NY

Reception Site: Adirondack Room @ Mo's - Malone, NY

Reception Site: Gran View On the River - Ogdensburg, NY

Reception Site: Harmony Golf Course - Port Kent, NY

Jason & Nicole Friend

Wedding Date: November 11, 2011

Reception Site: Westside Ballroom – Plattsburgh, NY

Malone YMCA Winter Carnival Review

Event Date: February 2/3, 2012

Event Location: Middle School Auditorium – Malone, NY

Dan & Jennifer Lubbers

Wedding Date: July 20, 2012

Reception Site: Golf & Country Club – Malone, NY

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"Hi Bernie,

We have been on our fake honeymoon and just got back Sunday night. School started right away for me so it's been a bit of a whirlwind this week. We are still on such a wedding high.

I'm sorry I'm writing to you so late, but I want you to know how amazing you were! Thank you soooo much!!!! You seriously rocked it out and did such a great job! If there is anything we can do, or be a reference just let us know, we loved you!

THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU

I still can't believe Kel sang to me, that was def my favorite moment :) Thank you again soooo much for the greatest moment of my life!

Best regards, Jen & Kel :)

Jen & Kelly

Wedding Date: August 3, 2013

Wedding Site: Lake Placid Club & Reosrt - Lake Placid, NY