Party-starting celebrant, DJ & MC!

Let's get this love party started!

Hey there – I’m Aleks, a Melbourne based wedding celebrant, DJ and MC.

I’ve played tunes and performed MC services at weddings for over six years. In 2023, I added celebranting (yes, I’m deciding that’s a word) to my repertoire!

I’ve got close to 20 years (yikes) of professional writing experience from my previous life as a corporate marketing and communications manager. I love telling a good story.

My partner and I started our successful wedding DJ business One More Song with the tagline “No More Nutbush”. We also have a fun wedding planning podcast, Project Engaged.

So I’m knee deep in weddings and wouldn’t change it for anything. If you’re a party-loving, non-traditional couple, get in touch!

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One year ago I married my first couple, Maddy and Joel (happy 1st anniversary, guys!).

I wanted to share 3 things I`ve learnt in my first year as a celebrant that may help couples (I won`t bore you with what I`ve learnt about filling in the legal paperwork!):

๐Ÿค Couples don`t really know what goes into a wedding ceremony.

And that`s cool. I have a preferred structure with a couple of optional bits, which most couples are happy to follow. It`s totally normal to not know the ins and outs (even if you`ve been married before). That`s what your celebrant is for!
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๐Ÿค Most people don`t like to be in the spotlight.

This is cool too because guess what - I do most of the talking in your ceremony! Even your personal vows are optional, so apart from the legal vows, you don`t need to say a thing if you don`t want to!
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๐Ÿค The ceremony really does set the tone for the rest of your day.

I don`t like the idea of the couple and guests feeling tense / nervous / formal during the ceremony. It gives me the ick. In my opinion (and I`m sure my couples would agree), the ceremony should be a fun and celebratory part of your wedding, with just the right amount of both laughs and tears.
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A huge thanks to all my couples who have chosen me to marry them. Here`s to many more years of hitching!

Photo byย @coastandpines

Thanks to my lovely long lunch companion/assistant for the day @clairerussocelebrant ๐Ÿ’œ

#melbournecelebrant #celebrantdj #celebrantdjmc #melbournewedding #celebrant

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One year ago I married my first couple, Maddy and Joel (happy 1st anniversary, guys!). I wanted to share 3 things I've learnt in my first year as a celebrant that may help couples (I won't bore you with what I've learnt about filling in the legal paperwork!): ๐Ÿค Couples don't really know what goes into a wedding ceremony. And that's cool. I have a preferred structure with a couple of optional bits, which most couples are happy to follow. It's totally normal to not know the ins and outs (even if you've been married before). That's what your celebrant is for! ___ ๐Ÿค Most people don't like to be in the spotlight. This is cool too because guess what - I do most of the talking in your ceremony! Even your personal vows are optional, so apart from the legal vows, you don't need to say a thing if you don't want to! ___ ๐Ÿค The ceremony really does set the tone for the rest of your day. I don't like the idea of the couple and guests feeling tense / nervous / formal during the ceremony. It gives me the ick. In my opinion (and I'm sure my couples would agree), the ceremony should be a fun and celebratory part of your wedding, with just the right amount of both laughs and tears. ___ A huge thanks to all my couples who have chosen me to marry them. Here's to many more years of hitching! Photo byย @coastandpines Thanks to my lovely long lunch companion/assistant for the day @clairerussocelebrant ๐Ÿ’œ #melbournecelebrant #celebrantdj #celebrantdjmc #melbournewedding #celebrant

Woah, what a day. I had been looking forward to this wedding for a while and it did not disappoint. @urbnsurf & @threeblueducksevents offer something truly unique for fun couples who want water views northside and without the sand.

But seriously, epic venue.

Kirstie + Rob did their day like absolute champs, not breaking a sweat (or at least, hiding it very well) about the fact they had 220 guests. They were careful in selecting their suppliers and really put a lot of trust in us.

Although their vows were very emotional, the rest of the ceremony was lighthearted, as was the reception, with more karate kicks than I`ve ever seen at a wedding.

Rnb, hip hop and pop throwbacks dominated the night. And everyone kicked on at Heroes rooftop bar in the city til 3am.

Kirstie and Rob know how to wedding. ๐Ÿ˜ป

(PS - thank you to @eddymacdj for helping me out on his day off!).

B&G: @_shenny & @onyumusic

Celebrant/DJ/MC: @dj_aleks_mac / @onemoresongdjs
Photos: @lulu_and_lime & @sigridpetersenphotography
Film: @framedbyedmedia
String quartet: @invictusquartet
Flowers: @thebridalcollectiveau
Arbour: @weddingsofdistinction
Dress: @luvbridal
HMUA: @aimmey_

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Woah, what a day. I had been looking forward to this wedding for a while and it did not disappoint. @urbnsurf & @threeblueducksevents offer something truly unique for fun couples who want water views northside and without the sand. But seriously, epic venue. Kirstie + Rob did their day like absolute champs, not breaking a sweat (or at least, hiding it very well) about the fact they had 220 guests. They were careful in selecting their suppliers and really put a lot of trust in us. Although their vows were very emotional, the rest of the ceremony was lighthearted, as was the reception, with more karate kicks than I've ever seen at a wedding. Rnb, hip hop and pop throwbacks dominated the night. And everyone kicked on at Heroes rooftop bar in the city til 3am. Kirstie and Rob know how to wedding. ๐Ÿ˜ป (PS - thank you to @eddymacdj for helping me out on his day off!). B&G: @_shenny & @onyumusic Celebrant/DJ/MC: @dj_aleks_mac / @onemoresongdjs Photos: @lulu_and_lime & @sigridpetersenphotography Film: @framedbyedmedia String quartet: @invictusquartet Flowers: @thebridalcollectiveau Arbour: @weddingsofdistinction Dress: @luvbridal HMUA: @aimmey_ #northsidewedding #celebrantdjmc #threeblueducks #melbournecelebrantdj #uniqueweddingvenue

A rose between two thorns... Nah, just kidding - Jesse and Georgie both looked gorgeous.

My first time at @welcometothornbury yesterday. Shout out to Izzy and Kayla, who were super helpful. Kayla even played the ceremony entrance and finish songs on my DJ controller. Wild!

The couple`s ceremony was around 15 mins, with short and sweet vows, signing afterwards and arcade hour followed by a party full of nostalgic dance bangers (specifically 2000-2010ish) with some classic singalongs thrown into the mix.

(Yes, Ghosts n Stuff was played... I do love deadmau5, so was pumped to see this on the couple`s requests).

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Celebrant/DJ: @dj_aleks_mac / @onemoresongdjs
Photos: @aleksandarjasonweddings
Venue: @welcometothornbury
Photo booth: @7sevenevents

B&G: @ggeorgiesmith & @jessevsthewolrd ๐Ÿค

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A rose between two thorns... Nah, just kidding - Jesse and Georgie both looked gorgeous. My first time at @welcometothornbury yesterday. Shout out to Izzy and Kayla, who were super helpful. Kayla even played the ceremony entrance and finish songs on my DJ controller. Wild! The couple's ceremony was around 15 mins, with short and sweet vows, signing afterwards and arcade hour followed by a party full of nostalgic dance bangers (specifically 2000-2010ish) with some classic singalongs thrown into the mix. (Yes, Ghosts n Stuff was played... I do love deadmau5, so was pumped to see this on the couple's requests). โœจ Celebrant/DJ: @dj_aleks_mac / @onemoresongdjs Photos: @aleksandarjasonweddings Venue: @welcometothornbury Photo booth: @7sevenevents B&G: @ggeorgiesmith & @jessevsthewolrd ๐Ÿค

A "sick" toddler, the road trip from hell and a serious case of the hangries. Sam and Stephen`s meeting story had it all.

Was it a meet cute? ๐Ÿค”

Watch the reel to find out how things started out for these two. (Spoiler alert: they get married...!).

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Venue: @lancemoreevents
Celebrant/DJ/MC/lights: @dj_aleks_mac / @onemoresongdjs
Photographer: @nikkimccronephotography
Styling/on the day coordination: @wholelottalovecreative
Ceremony music: @heyjack_co
Dress: @hollybutleratelier
Florist: @rosestudios___

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A "sick" toddler, the road trip from hell and a serious case of the hangries. Sam and Stephen's meeting story had it all. Was it a meet cute? ๐Ÿค” Watch the reel to find out how things started out for these two. (Spoiler alert: they get married...!). ๐Ÿ’œ๐Ÿ–ค๐Ÿค Venue: @lancemoreevents Celebrant/DJ/MC/lights: @dj_aleks_mac / @onemoresongdjs Photographer: @nikkimccronephotography Styling/on the day coordination: @wholelottalovecreative Ceremony music: @heyjack_co Dress: @hollybutleratelier Florist: @rosestudios___

NEW BLOG! โœ๐Ÿผ

In my latest blog post, I feature Ellen & Robโ€™s colourful Post Office Hotel wedding, for which I was lucky enough to be celebrant and MC.

The coupleโ€™s original enquiry said it all: โ€œPARTY PARTY PARTY!!! We want a laid back, all the thrills, fun party wedding!โ€ Having read this, obviously I was a keen bean to be involved in their big day.

The blog post shared some more about their big day and features stunning photos and film by @allmywednesdays with @weddings_byjack.

Check it out on the Wedding Tips blog page of my Aleks Mac website.

aleksmac.com.au

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NEW BLOG! โœ๐Ÿผ In my latest blog post, I feature Ellen & Robโ€™s colourful Post Office Hotel wedding, for which I was lucky enough to be celebrant and MC. The coupleโ€™s original enquiry said it all: โ€œPARTY PARTY PARTY!!! We want a laid back, all the thrills, fun party wedding!โ€ Having read this, obviously I was a keen bean to be involved in their big day. The blog post shared some more about their big day and features stunning photos and film by @allmywednesdays with @weddings_byjack. Check it out on the Wedding Tips blog page of my Aleks Mac website. aleksmac.com.au ๐Ÿ’œ๐Ÿ’œ๐Ÿ’œ

Rain, hail and shine. Carmen and Ryan got all three on their wedding day, but it did not dampen their spirits one bit.

These cuties are big Indie electronic lovers but also wanted an eclectic mix of tunes you`d hear at different Aussie festivals and from DJs like Hot Dub Time Machine, who plays the best of each decade.

The crowd was up for it and the dance floor props were just the cherry on top. ๐Ÿ’

Huge shout out to our past couple, Natalia and Chris, who rocked the dance floor!

DJ & lights: @dj_aleks_mac / @onemoresongdjs
Venue: @immerseyv
Photo: @chriswalter.photography
Video: @annetteanddani
Photo booth & audio guest book: @openbooths

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Rain, hail and shine. Carmen and Ryan got all three on their wedding day, but it did not dampen their spirits one bit. These cuties are big Indie electronic lovers but also wanted an eclectic mix of tunes you'd hear at different Aussie festivals and from DJs like Hot Dub Time Machine, who plays the best of each decade. The crowd was up for it and the dance floor props were just the cherry on top. ๐Ÿ’ Huge shout out to our past couple, Natalia and Chris, who rocked the dance floor! DJ & lights: @dj_aleks_mac / @onemoresongdjs Venue: @immerseyv Photo: @chriswalter.photography Video: @annetteanddani Photo booth & audio guest book: @openbooths

Join me behind the scenes of Sam and Stephen`s uniquely styled winter wedding, where I had the absolute honour of being the couple`s "triple threat" celebrant, DJ and MC!

Moody jewel tones, lots of sparkle, bubble guns and personalised touches throughout were complimented by an equally unique music brief full of diverse crowd pleasers from Dom Dolla to Blink 182.

We kicked off the ceremony with Fireball shots to Pitbull`s Fireball. It was that kind of wedding.

What a joy to work alongside @nikkimccronephotography and @wholelottalovecreative and the lovely singer/muso Charlie from @heyjack_co.

I`ll share more from Sam and Stephen`s story, as it`s a cracker, and these two just rock!

.ใƒปใ‚œ-: โœงโ˜พใ€€โ˜ฝโœง :-ใ‚œใƒป.

Photographer @nikkimccronephotography
Celebrant, MC and DJ @dj_aleks_mac / @onemoresongdjs
Sound set up: @lidaaudiovisualhire
Ceremony music @heyjack
Styling @wholelottalovecreative
Dress (PHWOAR): @hollybutleratelier
Florist @rosestudios
HMUA @harymay_bridal
Samโ€™s dress @hollybutleratelier
Linen @tablearteventhire
Stationery @maddisonjayne_design
Cookies @falcobakery @hatcher_baker

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Join me behind the scenes of Sam and Stephen's uniquely styled winter wedding, where I had the absolute honour of being the couple's "triple threat" celebrant, DJ and MC! Moody jewel tones, lots of sparkle, bubble guns and personalised touches throughout were complimented by an equally unique music brief full of diverse crowd pleasers from Dom Dolla to Blink 182. We kicked off the ceremony with Fireball shots to Pitbull's Fireball. It was that kind of wedding. What a joy to work alongside @nikkimccronephotography and @wholelottalovecreative and the lovely singer/muso Charlie from @heyjack_co. I'll share more from Sam and Stephen's story, as it's a cracker, and these two just rock! .ใƒปใ‚œ-: โœงโ˜พใ€€โ˜ฝโœง :-ใ‚œใƒป. Photographer @nikkimccronephotography Celebrant, MC and DJ @dj_aleks_mac / @onemoresongdjs Sound set up: @lidaaudiovisualhire Ceremony music @heyjack Styling @wholelottalovecreative Dress (PHWOAR): @hollybutleratelier Florist @rosestudios HMUA @harymay_bridal Samโ€™s dress @hollybutleratelier Linen @tablearteventhire Stationery @maddisonjayne_design Cookies @falcobakery @hatcher_baker

Heyyyy. Thinking about booking a DJ who can also marry you? And MC?

There`s a lil cluster in Melb of us "triple threats" who can be your celebrant, DJ and MC ((we can`t act, sing or dance... well, speaking for myself here).

Although we still take on celebrant-only and DJ-only bookings (both with or without MC services), here are some benefits to booking all three in one:

โœŒ๐Ÿผ Admin ease - book in one supplier instead of two or three. Fewer meetings, booking forms and invoices to deal with. Yay.

โœŒ๐Ÿผ More personalisation - your triple threat vendor really gets to know you, from how you first met to what will make you lose your mind on the dance floor. This makes for a super tailored experience for you all round.

โœŒ๐Ÿผ Smoother experience - on the day, you kind of get a wedding coordinator. Bonus! Your celebrant/DJ/MC combo is such a massive part of your wedding, they inevitably end up doing a large part of coordinating the day, liaising with other vendors, etc.

Hit me up if you want to have a chat about how it all works!

And if I`m not free, here are a couple of other triple threat legends (with @eddymacdj soon to join us) I highly recommend: @celebrantjohn & @renee_the_celebrant.

Photo: @maeganbrownmoments at @glasshausdesign Brucke ๐Ÿฉท

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Heyyyy. Thinking about booking a DJ who can also marry you? And MC? There's a lil cluster in Melb of us "triple threats" who can be your celebrant, DJ and MC ((we can't act, sing or dance... well, speaking for myself here). Although we still take on celebrant-only and DJ-only bookings (both with or without MC services), here are some benefits to booking all three in one: โœŒ๐Ÿผ Admin ease - book in one supplier instead of two or three. Fewer meetings, booking forms and invoices to deal with. Yay. โœŒ๐Ÿผ More personalisation - your triple threat vendor really gets to know you, from how you first met to what will make you lose your mind on the dance floor. This makes for a super tailored experience for you all round. โœŒ๐Ÿผ Smoother experience - on the day, you kind of get a wedding coordinator. Bonus! Your celebrant/DJ/MC combo is such a massive part of your wedding, they inevitably end up doing a large part of coordinating the day, liaising with other vendors, etc. Hit me up if you want to have a chat about how it all works! And if I'm not free, here are a couple of other triple threat legends (with @eddymacdj soon to join us) I highly recommend: @celebrantjohn & @renee_the_celebrant. Photo: @maeganbrownmoments at @glasshausdesign Brucke ๐Ÿฉท

I don`t forget any of my couples.

It must be weird as a couple spending months or even years planning this massive day, working closely with your vendors in the lead up, and then after the main event and a flurry of posts, it`s sort of all over and your vendors are posting about the next wedding.

Although it may feel like that, trust me, we don`t forget you guys.

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It`s one reason I absolutely love to keep in touch with my couples on Insta. It`s so good to see what married life adventures you`re getting up to and share cat memes.

Even better when I get to bump into you IRL, like I did Dani and Toby (pictured) when I did some content creation for @eddymacdj a couple of months ago.

Their wedding was in 2020 and Treat You Better was their first dance song - such an epic choice. Big love to these guys!

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I don't forget any of my couples. It must be weird as a couple spending months or even years planning this massive day, working closely with your vendors in the lead up, and then after the main event and a flurry of posts, it's sort of all over and your vendors are posting about the next wedding. Although it may feel like that, trust me, we don't forget you guys. ๐Ÿฉท It's one reason I absolutely love to keep in touch with my couples on Insta. It's so good to see what married life adventures you're getting up to and share cat memes. Even better when I get to bump into you IRL, like I did Dani and Toby (pictured) when I did some content creation for @eddymacdj a couple of months ago. Their wedding was in 2020 and Treat You Better was their first dance song - such an epic choice. Big love to these guys!

We may not love the Nutbush, or the Macarena, or anything with a choreographed dance, but we totally get that everyone has their guilty pleasure tunes. ๐Ÿคซ

If it`s a sing-along and it`ll get the crowd going, we`re on board.

For Jimmy + Tash, it was Robbie Williams, so Rock DJ had to make an appearance early on.

Here are some of me and @eddymacdj`s guilty pleasure tunes:

๐ŸŽถ Fairground by Simply Red

๐ŸŽถ Whole Again by Atomic Kitten

๐ŸŽถ Heaven by DJ Sammy

๐ŸŽถ Stayin` Alive by N-Trance

๐ŸŽถ We Like To Party by The Vengaboys

๐ŸŽถ Born To Be Alive by Patrick Hernandez

๐ŸŽถ Hold On by Wilson Phillips

๐ŸŽถ Coco Jamboo by Mr President

๐ŸŽถ Mysterious Girl by Peter Andre

๐ŸŽถ Wild Thing by Tone Loc.

What are yours?! ๐Ÿฉท

Video: Bruce (father of the groom - thank you so much, you absolute legend!)
Photos: @blossomdaisycreative
Celebrant + DJ: @dj_aleks_mac via @onemoresongdjs
Venue: @rupertonrupert
Florals: @ravenandtherose

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We may not love the Nutbush, or the Macarena, or anything with a choreographed dance, but we totally get that everyone has their guilty pleasure tunes. ๐Ÿคซ If it's a sing-along and it'll get the crowd going, we're on board. For Jimmy + Tash, it was Robbie Williams, so Rock DJ had to make an appearance early on. Here are some of me and @eddymacdj's guilty pleasure tunes: ๐ŸŽถ Fairground by Simply Red ๐ŸŽถ Whole Again by Atomic Kitten ๐ŸŽถ Heaven by DJ Sammy ๐ŸŽถ Stayin' Alive by N-Trance ๐ŸŽถ We Like To Party by The Vengaboys ๐ŸŽถ Born To Be Alive by Patrick Hernandez ๐ŸŽถ Hold On by Wilson Phillips ๐ŸŽถ Coco Jamboo by Mr President ๐ŸŽถ Mysterious Girl by Peter Andre ๐ŸŽถ Wild Thing by Tone Loc. What are yours?! ๐Ÿฉท Video: Bruce (father of the groom - thank you so much, you absolute legend!) Photos: @blossomdaisycreative Celebrant + DJ: @dj_aleks_mac via @onemoresongdjs Venue: @rupertonrupert Florals: @ravenandtherose . . . . . #celebrantdj #melbourneweddingdj #rupertonrupert

Congrats to my partner in life and biz, @eddymacdj, who did his final big assignment (a mock wedding ceremony) for his celebrant course today.

If he applies for registration next week, he`ll hopefully be registered as a celebrant in 3 months. So excited for him to experience what I`ve been enjoying so much in the last year!

Then we`ll both be able to offer celebrant+DJ+MC services. Best job in the world.

Thanks to @mondonomy for being my fake groom last minute ๐Ÿ˜†

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Congrats to my partner in life and biz, @eddymacdj, who did his final big assignment (a mock wedding ceremony) for his celebrant course today. If he applies for registration next week, he'll hopefully be registered as a celebrant in 3 months. So excited for him to experience what I've been enjoying so much in the last year! Then we'll both be able to offer celebrant+DJ+MC services. Best job in the world. Thanks to @mondonomy for being my fake groom last minute ๐Ÿ˜† . . . . . #celebrantdj #melbourneweddingdj #melbournecelebrantdj

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Five Stars

"We knew our wedding day would be a hell of a party but our guests definitely didnโ€™t and were blown away by Aleks being a triple threat, conducting a beautiful, warm yet concise ceremony (exactly what we wanted), and a hell of a party to follow. โ€œ11/10 dance floorโ€ one of my girlfriends said to me and I couldnโ€™t agree more."
Erin + Matt Post Office Hotel - Coburg
Five Stars

"Our ceremony was the perfect mix of sentimental, romantic and hilarious. One of our family friends thought that Aleks was a friend of ours, because everything was so personal and natural... As a DJ, we couldn't have asked for more. The dance floor was full the whole night - with all of our mates, as well as our parents and older family."
Tasha + Jimmy Rupert on Rupert - Collingwood
Five Stars

"Her beautiful persona allowed us to feel confident she was going to give us a fun, personalised ceremony whilst also being able to help us with all the official legal parts that you need to get married, and we were not disappointed. If you plan on getting married once, twice or 10 times we cannot recommend Aleks enough."
Ellen + Rob Post Office Hotel - Coburg
Five Stars

"Aleks, you are a super star and we just loved having you help us celebrate with all our family and friends. Thank you so much. Best night. Best memories. Best fun."
Suzy + Rich Butler Lane - Richmond
Five Stars

"Aleks is an absolute rock star and had so many amazing ideas and tips for our wedding. She is exceptionally talented, and a really lovely and fun person to be around."
Pia + Suny Glasshaus Inside - Richmond
Five Stars

"Aleks, you are amazing!!!! We love you and love that you made our wedding so much fun!"

Amy + Ollie Noisy Ritual - Brunswick
Five Stars

"WE LOVE YOU!! If you get QUEEN Aleks Mac as your DJ, you are the luckiest humans!!"
Nellie + Jedd Post Office Hotel - Coburg
Five Stars

"As soon as Aleks said she was available for our day, I locked it in and never looked back. One of the BEST decisions we made."
Angela + Rodi Yering Station - Yarra Valley
Five Stars

"Aleks asked all the right questions, accommodated all our requests and executed a phenomenal night. She also ran audio/music at our ceremony. Thanks for making everything so easy for us!"
Elise + Sean Free to Feed - Fitzroy North
Five Stars

"Aleks was our wedding DJ and she was sooo incredible! She was super flexible and professional helping out with our ceremony. She was also a joy to deal with throughout the whole preparation process. We couldnโ€™t have asked for anything better!!"
Claire + Declan Collingwood Children's Farm - Abbotsford
Five Stars

"Aleks was amazing!!! Read the room so well, and had a great feel of the place. Great communication and was so accommodating. Would very highly recommend!! P.S. love how she plays no cringey songs!"
Emily + Jack Lancemore Lindenderry - Red Hill
Five Stars

"Aleks is the best! We seriously cannot stress enough how much fun we had, dancing the whole night. Aleks was super easy to work with and the whole night just flowed so well. Wish we could do it all again - it was perfect."
Sarah + Cam Glasshaus Inside - Richmond
Five Stars

"AH-MAZING! Aleks is not just a super cool DJ but also an amazing human. She has been absolutely amazing to deal with throughout the whole process. I felt like we did not just have a DJ at our event, but also a friend."
Simon + Tom Rupert on Rupert - Collingwood
Five Stars

"She completely nailed the ceremony script and had everyone either laughing or crying happy tears. She read the room as MC and DJ and only played bangers."
Sam + Stephen Lancemore Lindenderry - Red Hill

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