Kev C DJ Entertainment

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I first became interested in music and Entertainment at an early age, so when I left school in the 80's it was no surprise that I became an Entertainer. What started as a hobby soon became my living and a way of life.

I made my first disco setup from some old turntables and an old amp I had given me. I bought some cheap lights and I was up and running. My cousin and I started working at the local Boys Club and Community Centre and the money came rolling in at £15 a gig (laugh). I knew then that entertaining was for me. Word got around that I was a DJ and soon I was doing weddings and other functions. I also had a bit of a problem with getting round from gig to gig and often used Taxi's or friends, resulting in me not making any money in the early days but I enjoyed performing and wasn't to fussed about the money back then.

I met another DJ who used to work the local pub. He was good and I knew I could learn a lot from him, so I asked him if I could help. First setting up, then warming up before he went on. I gained a lot of experience from him and owe him for what I have achieved to date.

I went on to attended two auditions for a hotel in Runcorn. One for a dinner dance DJ and the other for a children’s Sunday lunchtime Entertainer, which I found out later meant Clown and to my surprise I won both auditions and spent about 2 years there, working through David Anthony Promotions.

My career as an Entertainer went from strength to strength and working in partnership with another DJ I we toured the Midlands for various beer promotions and later the Isle Of Man, sometimes spending weeks away from home. I would work alongside bands and other acts on the same bill, usually introducing them and providing music and entertainment in the intervals, along with games, giving promotional gifts away as prizes.

I then did a series of 60’s weekender cruises to Jersey, working alongside International music stars Tony Blackburn and David Hamilton, again working in partnership with another DJ.

Shortly after this I secured another contract at a busy town centre pub in Warrington, playing Chart and Dance music to large crowds. I took work when and where I could, also extending to private functions along the way. The pub and club scene was for me and I travelled the country performing as a DJ in Warrington, Liverpool, Manchester, Blackpool, Wales, Buxton and Southport to name a few.  

It was time for a change and I took up with another agency, Celebration Discos, whom I met when attending a quiz hosted by the Manager at a pub in Swinton. I worked on many types of functions, including wedding’s, 21st birthdays, presentations etc. At this point I also worked for another agency Unit One doing bigger and more upmarket venues.

Working at Queen Elizabeth Hall in Oldham was a memorable occasion, working alongside music legends Edwin Starr and Showaddywaddy, then as a children’s entertainer I performed at Peter Schmeichel’s Daughters (Cecilie) birthday party, at the Bramhall Moathouse.  

I also perform as a Singer and have done so for various organizations, from dinner dances to New Years Eve parties, singing hits from the Rat Pack , 50’s, 60’s and Rock n Roll. Usually I will perform from 45 minutes to an hour.

Right now I’m at the top of my game and have been told I provide an Outstanding Service. I have enjoyed the journey so far that my career as an Entertainer has taken me on and hope to be around for many more years, gaining even more experience and knowledge in my chosen field. I always give 110% to every job I do, with meticulous attention to detail, letting the client have input right from the start on times, music, dress code etc. As for trophy’s and awards that all other DJ’s and Entertainers seem to brag about, I don’t have any and don’t want any! I just come with a wealth of knowledge and experience that I've gained along the way, which helps me provide Entertainment second to none.

“The proof is in the pudding” as they say and "thank you, we’ve had a great night", is reward enough for me.

Thanks for reading and I hope to Entertain you soon.

                                Keep Smiling

Kev C