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About Dave Elmer - Drop That

I've been DJing for more than 40 years and my passion is entertaining people, getting everyone on the dance floor and keeping them there!

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Teignmouth

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I can turn my hand to most musical tastes and have a vast collection of many genres. I have played at Cheltenham & Stroud Jazz Festivals and DJ'ed at events in Amsterdam, Paris, Croatia & Palma. I have recently been resident DJ at the exclusive No.131 Hotel in Cheltenham playing 5 hour sets of R&B, Hip Hop and Dance. I am often booked for weddings and like to speak with potential clients about their event requirements to make it special for them. I have a good eye for the dance floor and making it tick and am totally in my element when I'm on the Decks and love to get the crowd going making sure I read the room to give people the best musical experience. I have had regular radio shows on community stations and currently have a weekly Internet radio show on Soulpower Radio on Monday nights. My personal tastes and radio selection is Jazz, Afrobeat, Soulful House and World Music. But am at home playing Jess Glynne or ABBA to get the crowd dancing. I hope my reviews will Show you how much energy and effort I put in to make every night very special

Dave Elmer - Drop That

5 out of 5

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5 out of 5

Dave was awesome had people up dancing from the start to the end, kept everyone entertained and happy, can not say it enough but so highly recommended and will definitely book again 😊😊

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6 months ago

Hey Anne. Thank you thats lovely of you. It was a great night and a lovely crowd. Hope to see you again soon. David x

5 out of 5

Dave absolutely killed it at our wedding! Was super organised getting to know the venue, us, and was a real professional, super experienced and safe pair of hands, and made the night very fun and unforgettable. Played all the tunes we requested, read the room really well, interacted with everyone, and it was just the best night. Massive thanks Dave. Can’t recommend more!

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6 months ago

Thank you Dan. Was brilliant all round. Glad you had a good time and best wishes to CeCe and you for the future x

5 out of 5

Dave was amazing, he created the perfect atmosphere for our wedding and kept everybody dancing all night long! He spent some time beforehand getting to know us and asking us for some special requests songs. We loved every minute of his set and we appreciate him taking the job with only a few weeks notice - thank you so much Dave!

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8 months ago

Thank you Charlotte. A great crowd, a lovely night and a superb venue. Congratulations again 🎵❤️

5 out of 5

Highly recommend David. He is hugely experienced and reads the party very well

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9 months ago

Thank you Cathy. A great setting for a beautiful event and the weather was perfect. Again congratulations. David 🙏🎵

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5 out of 5

Dave Elmer’s set at the Almost Boxes event was that of a seasoned, gifted crowd pleaser who clearly has more than mastered his trade. This was a man who knew how to play the right songs at the right time taking his crowd on a musical journey and building excitement in the process. Dave is the perfect frontman & is that rare commodity these days, a musicologist who has the extra weapon of being a remarkable MC. His microphone interjections were used expertly to excite the dancefloor, often laced with his razor sharp wit. This set was delivered with the aplomb of a DJ who I believe has mastered both the international & festival circuit & who quite frankly, on this occasion, put most of the other DJs on the bill in the shade. Bravo Dave, the perfect set.

5 out of 5

Dear David Thank you so much for Saturday night. The DJ can make or break a party – you made it! We had such a blast and you were very much part of that. I hope you enjoyed it. Thank you again for a great job well done on behalf of us all. The dance floor could not have been more full all night! Andrew

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Dave Elmer - Drop That's Song list

Love the Pop!

Happy - Pharrell

Murder on the Dancefloor - Sophie Ellis Bexter

Jump Around - House of Pain

Crazy in Love - Beyoncé

Mundian to Bach - Punjabi MC

Hold my Hand - Jess Glynne

Don’t be so hard on yourself - Jess Glynne

Don’t start now - Dua Lipa

Symphony / Rather Be - Clean Bandit

Uptown Funk - Mark Ronson

Breathe - Blu Cantrell

Shake it Off - Taylor Swift

Diamonds - Rihanna

Crazy - Gnarls Barclay

Dancing it out!

Renegade Master - Fat Boy Slim

One More Time - Daft Punk

Bingo Bango - Basement Jaxx

Groovejet - Spiller

Little L - Jamiriquoi

Sing it Back - Maloko

Move your feet - Junior Senior

Finally - CeCe Peniston

Insane in the Brain- Cypress Hill

My Body (Louie Vega Mix) - Luther Vandross

Pass Out - Tinie Tempah

Summertime - DJ Jazzy Jeff & the Fresh Prince

Disco Nights!

Play that Funky Music - Wild Cherry

Billie Jean / Thriller - MJ

Boogie Wonderland - Earth, Wind & Fire

Love Really Hurts - Billy Ocean

Celebration - Kool & the Gang

Funky Town - Lipps Inc

Upside Down - Diana Ross

Give it up - KC & The Sunshine Band

I’m every woman - Chaka Khan

Give me the Night - George Benson

Casanova - Coffee

Back in the Day!

Lola’s Theme - Shapeshifters

One More Time - Daft Punk

Flawless - The Ones

Feel It - The Tamperer

Day & Night - Kid Cudi

Let it Roll - Doug Lazy

Deeper Love - Aretha Franklin

What is Love - Haddaway

Hideaway - De’Lacy

Call on me - Eric Prydz

Right Here, Right Now - Fatboy Slim

The Anthems!

Waterloo - ABBA

Mr Brightside - The Killers

All night long - Lionel Richie

Raspberry Beret - Prince

Twist & Shout - The Beatles

I’m still standing - Elton John

Let’s Dance - David Bowie

Don’t stop me now - Queen

Mr Blue Sky - ELO

You can’t hurry love - Phil Collins

Rock around the Clock - Bill Hayley

Jailhouse Rock - Elvis Presley

Baggy Trousers - Madness

Sex on Fire - Kings Of Leon

My Favourite Tunage!

Put your hands up - Feddy Le Grand

Liquid Spirit (Claptone Mix) - Gregory Porter

Ninetoes - Finder

Like it is - COEO

Deep in the Bottom - Monique Bingham

Moving’ - Brass Construction

My Jazz Vibe!

Always Love - Fabio Nobile

Avalanche - Soil & Pimp Sessions

Carry me Home - Kokoroko

Summer Sun - Koop

The Sidewinder - Lee Morgan

Still in Love(Kyodai Remix) - Shuya Okino

Something in my Eye - Corduroy

Our Love - Luisito Quintero

Love a bit of Afrobeat!

Water No Get Enemy - Fela Kuti

New Bell - Manu Dibango

Africa - Gili Yalo

Come Along - Ebo Taylor

Cherokee Son - Irakere

Dave Elmer - Drop That's Prices

Last updated: 2025

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Performance duration	Price
Short performance (up to 15 min)	£75
Up to 1 hour	£150
Up to 2 hours	£300
Up to 3 hours	£450

Customer questions

What do your clients love most about your performances?

I believe that it is because I am meticulous in terms of getting everything right on the day musically. Whatever the event I feel that I have to be at my best to ensure that everyone has a great time. It makes me feel good when people come and say thank you and it has led to quite a few repeat bookings. I love to ensure that the crowd are dancing.

Which venues have you performed at in the past?

Numerous wedding venues across the region. More high profile are Cardiff Castle, 131 Hotel Cheltenham, Andaz Hotel Amsterdam, Le Mellotron Paris.

Which artists have you been most influenced by?

My wide range of musical tastes influence me all the time.

What is the most high profile gig you've performed?

Southport Dance Weekender to 3000 people and getting the whole room dancing in time together. A great buzz!

What if my timings change after I've booked you?

I’m very flexible and as long as you can give me decent notice period of changes I can adapt.

Can you provide an iPod/DJ service before and between your sets?

Yes of course. Again we can talk through your requirements for the event. At the end of the day it’s about you feeling happy with what I have provided.

How much time do you need to set up?

I would probably allow an hour as long as there aren’t flights of stairs or access difficulties. Once the system is in it won’t take long. If you’d prefer it set up prior to the event starting we can discuss that too.

Can I pick the pieces you play from the set list?

Happy to take a selection of musical choices from you. Let’s talk about what you require on our 1st meeting and what I can offer.

Do you bring all the equipment you need to perform?

Yes I have all the equipment I hope you need. Anything specific we can discuss.

Can you learn specific pieces before the event?

Won’t affect me as a DJ but should be able to access all the music you need.

Musicianship

Genres:

Jazz fusion, Funk, Christmas, Electronic, Ambient, Breakbeat, Deep house, EDM, Drum 'n' Bass, Garage, House, Ibiza club, Triphop, 1990s era music, 1980s era music, Jazz, Blues, Modern jazz, Latin jazz, Swing, Avant garde, Easy listening, Light music, Pop, Ambient pop, Funk rock, Americana, Disco, Hip Hop, Motown, R&B, Top 40, Soul, Rock, Indie, Alternative rock, Britpop, Rock 'n' Roll, World music, African music, Afrobeat, Brazilian music, Cuban music, Latin, Salsa, Samba, Reggae, Classic rock, Glam rock, Progressive rock, Punk rock, Pop rock, Hard rock, Folk, 1970s era music, 1960s era music, 1950s era music, Classical

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Event types:

Wedding, Bar / Club / Venue event, Charity event, Corporate event, Private event, Hotel / Restaurant event, Concert, Theatre / Show, Cruise, Christmas party, Birthday party, New Year's Eve, Burns night

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Other skills:

Dancer

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