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About GaryR

Music is Memories. Your story deserves its own soundtrack.

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Addlestone

Public liability insurance of £5 million

Music is Memories. Every great celebration has a story, and every story deserves a soundtrack that's as unique as the people celebrating it. GaryRMusic creates unforgettable weddings and celebrations by discovering the songs that matter most to you. From first dates and family holidays to forgotten favourites, guilty pleasures and the tracks that instantly transport you back to special moments, every celebration begins with understanding your story. Those memories become the foundation for a soundtrack that's personal, emotional and completely unique to you. The elegant Starlight setup creates a stylish centrepiece that complements your venue beautifully before transforming into a vibrant party atmosphere later in the evening. Combined with seamless mixing, careful preparation and the ability to read the room, every song is chosen to keep the dancefloor full while creating moments your guests will remember long after the celebration ends. For anyone looking for something truly unique, GaryRMusic also offers Your Story in Song. Created from the memories shared during the Music is Memories planning process, it's a professionally created personalised song inspired by your story. Whether you choose to use it as your first dance, play it during your celebration or simply treasure it long after your special day, it's something that's uniquely yours and unlike anything offered by a traditional DJ. For a limited time, Your Story in Song, normally available as an optional personalised experience, is included with Premium Starlight bookings. From the first conversation through to the final song, every detail is planned with one simple aim. Because music is memories.

GaryR

5 out of 5

19 verified reviews

Satisfaction

5.0

Professionalism

5.0

Communication

5.0

Punctuality

5.0

GaryR's Reviews

5 out of 5

Gary was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding blessing on June 20th. From our initial conversations through to the day itself, he was highly professional, responsive, and genuinely interested in making our celebration special. What impressed us most was his willingness to step outside his usual playlist to accommodate our vision. We wanted a diverse mix of Latin, international, and party music - not the typical wedding DJ fare - and Gary delivered beautifully, even when it meant learning new material. His announcements for the first dance and cake cutting were perfectly timed and added to the magic of those moments. He also did a brilliant job managing the energy when we opened the evening buffet, keeping the atmosphere lively and fun. We couldn't have asked for better. If you're looking for a DJ who listens, adapts, and genuinely cares about your day, Gary is your person. Highly recommended! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Reply from GaryR

1 month ago

Marvey, thank you so much for the wonderful review. It was so much fun seeing the reaction to the Latin songs. People make parties, and you, Thomas, and your guests certainly did that. Cheers, Gary

5 out of 5

Thank you Gary for being our DJ and creating an amazing party atmosphere! You made the night really special for my mum's 80th birthday, getting us all dancing and even creating a special song for my mum. Your communication leading up to the event was brilliant so we had a clear plan for the event. As my step dad said to you at the end of the night 'You, sir, are very special'.

Reply from GaryR

2 months ago

Hi Nicky Thanks so much for the great review. It was a great night and with all the information I gleaned from you to create the song, I felt like part of the family, see you on Chris's birthday in two years :-)

5 out of 5

Gary was absolutely brilliant from booking right to the end of a great night. He not only curated an excellent set for dinner and dancing at my parents 50th anniversary based on their music tastes across the years, but also catered to a bunch of last minute requests that made the night truly special - including setting up and sound checking a surprise acoustic song that my mum had planned. We had a fabulous night and Gary was brilliant throughout - friendly, courteous and 100% professional. Thank you Gary!

Reply from GaryR

11 months ago

Hi Pippa Thanks so much for the lovely review! It was a real pleasure to be part of your parents’ anniversary and to help make the night special. I’m glad the music and little surprises all came together. Music makes memories. What a fantastic celebration! See you on the next one :-) Warm Regards Gary

5 out of 5

Gary was very communicative was very adaptable to our needs. He was generous with his time, blended in and provided a fun and entertaining evening

Reply from GaryR

2 years ago

Hi Phillipa, Thanks so much for taking the time to do a review. So pleased you enjoyed it as much as I did. Cheers Gary

5 out of 5

I have known Gary for a few years now from doing Garaoke at my local pub and there was no one better that I wanted as my DJ at my 50th party. Every song suggestion was played and everyone came up and danced to a mixture of music. I highly recommend Gary if looking for a fabulous DJ or Karaoke or a mixture of both. Gary your a legend and hopefully see you soon, Thankyou for making my night fabulous xxxx

5 out of 5

I would recommend Gary for your party. He was punctual, great with a crowd and really got the party started. Great selection of songs and made you feel at ease and not pressurised to sing. My party guests loved the whole experience. Thankyou Gary

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GaryR's Song list

Music is memories, so the soundtrack of your celebration can be shaped around the songs that mean the most to you. From timeless classics and feel-good favourites through to modern chart hits and club anthems, the music is tailored to reflect your taste as well as your guests.

Typical styles include:

Pop • Soul • Motown • Disco • 70s • 80s • 90s • 00s

Dance • House • Garage • Club Classics • Ibiza Anthems

Rock • Indie • Ska • Reggae • Party Anthems

Requests and personal playlists are always welcome, and guest requests on the night help keep the energy flowing.

Your favourite songs, guest requests and reading the room combine to create the atmosphere that keeps the celebration alive and the dancefloor busy.

Don’t see a favourite here? Just ask. The soundtrack of your celebration is shaped around you and your guests.

GaryR's Prices

Last updated: 2026

Note: prices may vary based on travel distance. For an exact quote, click “Check availability”.

Duration	Price
Short performance (up to 15 min)	£480
Up to 1 hour	£480
Up to 2 hours	£515
Up to 3 hours	£550

All prices include:Travel within approximately 25 miles of Addlestone (50 miles round trip), professional sound and lighting tailored to the venue, premium DJ booth and Turbosound column speakers, microphones for announcements, full setup and takedown time, £5 million Public Liability Insurance and fully PAT tested equipment. Pre-event planning is included to help tailor the music and atmosphere to your celebration. Additional charges may apply for London venues depending on location, access and parking. Please feel free to get in touch for detailed pricing and availability.

Premium Party DJ Experience 3 hours

Music is Memories. Every great celebration has a story, and every story deserves its own soundtrack. This three-hour Premium Party DJ Experience is designed around the music and memories that matter to you. Before your celebration, I'll discover the songs, artists and moments that have helped shape your story, from forgotten favourites and guilty pleasures to the tracks that instantly bring back special memories. On the night, those choices become part of a carefully planned soundtrack, combined with guest requests and dancefloor favourites. Seamless mixing and reading the room keep the music flowing naturally and the dancefloor moving throughout your celebration. The package includes professional sound, the elegant Starlight DJ setup and overhead lighting, creating a stylish centrepiece before transforming the room into a vibrant party atmosphere. For a limited time, Your Story in Song is also included. Created from the memories shared during the Music is Memories planning process, it's a professionally created personalised song inspired by your story, giving you something completely unique to play during your celebration and treasure afterwards. Ideal for birthdays, anniversaries, engagements and other special celebrations.

£600

Premium Extended Party DJ Experience4 hours

Music is Memories. Every great celebration has a story, and every story deserves its own soundtrack. This four-hour Premium Party DJ Experience gives you more time to celebrate, with the music built around the songs and memories that matter to you. Before your celebration, I'll discover the songs, artists and moments that have helped shape your story, from forgotten favourites and guilty pleasures to the tracks that instantly bring back special memories. On the night, those choices become part of a carefully planned soundtrack, combined with guest requests and dancefloor favourites. Seamless mixing and reading the room keep the music flowing naturally and the dancefloor moving throughout your celebration. The package includes professional sound, the elegant Starlight DJ setup and overhead lighting, creating a stylish centrepiece before transforming the room into a vibrant party atmosphere. For a limited time, Your Story in Song is also included. Created from the memories shared during the Music is Memories planning process, it's a professionally created personalised song inspired by your story, giving you something completely unique to play during your celebration and treasure afterwards. Ideal for birthdays, anniversaries, engagements, corporate events, Christmas parties and other special celebrations where four hours gives you plenty of time to enjoy the dancefloor.

£675

Premium Wedding Reception Experience5 hours

Music is Memories. Every great wedding has a story, and every story deserves its own soundtrack. This five-hour Premium Wedding Reception Experience is built around the music and memories that tell your story as a couple. Before your wedding, I'll discover the songs, artists and moments that mean the most to you, from first dates and holidays to forgotten favourites, guilty pleasures and the tracks that instantly transport you back to special moments together. Those memories become the foundation for a carefully planned soundtrack, combined with guest requests and dancefloor favourites. Seamless mixing and reading the room keep the celebration flowing naturally, from the first dance through to the final song. The elegant Starlight setup with overhead lighting creates a stylish centrepiece that complements your venue beautifully before transforming into a vibrant party atmosphere later in the evening. Professional sound and microphones for announcements are also included. For a limited time, Your Story in Song is included with this Premium Starlight package. Created from the memories shared during the Music is Memories planning process, it's a professionally created personalised song inspired by your story. You can use it for your first dance, play it during your celebration or simply treasure it afterwards as something uniquely yours. The package typically covers a complete evening wedding reception, for example 6 pm to 11 pm, and is ideal for couples looking for a personal, beautifully presented and memorable celebration.

£750

Premium Extended Wedding Reception6 hours

Music is Memories. Every great wedding has a story, and every story deserves its own soundtrack. This six-hour Premium Extended Wedding Reception Experience gives you more time to celebrate, with the music built around the songs and memories that tell your story as a couple. Before your wedding, I'll discover the songs, artists and moments that mean the most to you, from first dates and holidays to forgotten favourites, guilty pleasures and the tracks that instantly transport you back to special moments together. Those memories become the foundation for a carefully planned soundtrack, combined with guest requests and dancefloor favourites. Seamless mixing and reading the room keep the celebration flowing naturally, from the first dance through to the final song. The elegant Starlight setup with overhead lighting creates a stylish centrepiece that complements your venue beautifully before transforming into a vibrant party atmosphere later in the evening. Professional sound and microphones for announcements are also included. For a limited time, Your Story in Song is included with this Premium Starlight package. Created from the memories shared during the Music is Memories planning process, it's a professionally created personalised song inspired by your story. You can use it for your first dance, play it during your celebration or simply treasure it afterwards as something uniquely yours. The package typically covers a complete extended evening reception, for example 6 pm to midnight, and is ideal for couples who want plenty of time to celebrate without feeling that the evening is being rushed.

£825

Premium Wedding Day & Evening8 hours

Music is Memories. Every great wedding has a story, and every story deserves its own soundtrack. A complete wedding day soundtrack and evening celebration, professionally hosted from the afternoon through to the end of your reception. Beginning with relaxed background music and building naturally towards the evening party, the music is shaped around the songs, artists and memories that tell your story as a couple. Everything is discussed and planned beforehand so the day flows naturally and you can simply enjoy it. The package includes: Elegant Starlight DJ setup with overhead lighting Music from 3 pm to 11 pm Wedding party and room-entry announcements Carefully selected background music during the wedding breakfast Wireless microphone for speeches and announcements Your First Dance introduced and professionally hosted Full evening DJ celebration Music tailored around your favourites, memories and guests Guest requests welcomed Professional sound and lighting throughout For a limited time, Your Story in Song is also included. Created from the memories shared during the Music is Memories planning process, it's a professionally created personalised song inspired by your story. You can use it for your first dance, feature it elsewhere during your wedding day or simply treasure it afterwards as something uniquely yours. From the arrival of your guests through to the final song of the evening, the aim is to create one seamless soundtrack to your wedding day rather than treating each part as a separate event.

£950

Customer questions

What do your clients love most about your performances?

Clients often mention the friendly, relaxed atmosphere and how naturally the music flows through the night. Reading the room, blending requests with great party favourites and keeping the energy building helps create a packed dancefloor and a celebration guests remember long after the final song.

Which venues have you performed at in the past?

Performances have included singing at the London Palladium on six occasions, along with providing DJ services at venues such as Aviator Hotel Sky Lounge (Farnborough), Oakley Hall Hotel (Basingstoke), Frederick’s Hotel & Spa (Maidenhead), Mercure Bedford Centre Hotel and a variety of private venues and country house celebrations.

Which artists have you been most influenced by?

My musical influences span from Buddy Holly through Motown and Northern Soul to classic rock and blues artists such as Queen, Gary Moore and Stevie Ray Vaughan. The dance legends of the 70s, 80s and 90s also shaped my musical taste, giving me a broad appreciation of the songs that fill dancefloors and create unforgettable moments.

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

Performing at the London Palladium in front of 2,700 people on six occasions over six years was an incredible experience. While those performances were as a vocalist rather than a DJ, they helped shape my passion for creating atmosphere, connecting with an audience and making every celebration feel special.

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

No problem at all. Event plans sometimes change, so just keep me updated, and I’ll do my best to accommodate any timing adjustments where possible.

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

No need for an iPod service as the music is mixed continuously throughout the event, ensuring a seamless flow with no gaps in the atmosphere. Brief moments away may happen for quick refreshes or to engage with guests, but the music always continues. Extended playing time can also be arranged if the celebration runs later than planned.

How much time do you need to set up?

Typically around 90–130 minutes, depending on the venue and setup required. Setup is always completed before guests arrive so everything is ready to go when your celebration begins.

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

Absolutely. Music is memories, so your favourite songs and playlists are an integral part of shaping the soundtrack of the night. We can discuss the music you love beforehand and include those special tracks that bring back memories. Requests on the night are welcome too, helping create the perfect atmosphere for everyone.

Do you bring all the equipment you need to perform?

Yes, all equipment required for the performance is provided. Only two standard electrical sockets are needed. A full DJ booth setup is used where space allows, with a more compact setup available for smaller venues, ensuring a professional look that fits comfortably within the space.

Can you learn specific pieces before the event?

Absolutely. If there’s a special song you’d like included, just let me know in advance, and I’ll make sure it’s available for your celebration. Whether it’s a first dance, a favourite classic or something meaningful to you, the music can always be tailored to help make the moment memorable.

Musicianship

Genres:

Disco, 1960s era music, 1970s era music, 1980s era music, 1990s era music, Blues, Pop, Funk, Karaoke, Motown, R&B, Soul, Vintage, Ska, EDM, 1950s era music, 1940s era music, Easy listening, Light music, Rock 'n' Roll, Punk rock, Rock, Glam rock, Classic rock, Britpop, Electronic, Ibiza club, House, Top 40, Pop rock, Folk, Garage, Country, Folk rock

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Event types:

Birthday party, Private event, Bar / Club / Venue event, Hotel / Restaurant event, Corporate event, Charity event, Christmas party, New Year's Eve, Funeral / Memorial service, Wedding

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Other skills:

Songwriter

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