49 Years of Professional DJ Experience
Chicagoland DJ Entertainment
Built Around the Crowd
Professional entertainment for weddings, corporate events,
private parties, venues, country clubs, themed dance events
and community celebrations throughout Chicagoland.
Real event experience
Sound, lighting and video
Illinois and Southern Wisconsin
DJ Services
Start With the Event You Are Planning
Every service is adjusted for the guest count, venue, schedule,
audience, music direction and production level required.
Weddings
Wedding DJ Entertainment
Ceremony audio, introductions, dinner, speeches, formal dances,
reception entertainment and timeline support.
- Ceremony and reception packages
- Reception-only options
- Music and formalities planning
Business Events
Corporate Events
Polished entertainment and production for company parties,
galas, presentations, trade shows and client events.
- Corporate celebrations
- Audio, video and announcements
- Professional program support
Celebrations
Private Parties
Birthdays, anniversaries, reunions, holiday parties
and private celebrations designed around your guests.
- Custom music programming
- Hosted announcements
- Dance-floor entertainment
Hospitality
Venue Entertainment
Recurring and one-time entertainment for bars, breweries,
wineries, restaurants, patios and nightlife venues.
- Recurring themed programs
- Patio and social events
- Venue-focused entertainment concepts
Member Events
Country Club Entertainment
Upscale entertainment for member socials, golf outings,
patio events, cocktail programs and themed dances.
- Member social events
- Golf outings and seasonal parties
- Retro and Yacht Rock programs
Public Events
Festivals & Community Events
Music, MC support, announcements and scalable sound
for festivals, park districts and community programs.
- Outdoor event sound
- Public announcements
- Community-focused pacing
Signature Entertainment
Themed Events That Give Guests a Reason to Participate
These are not ordinary DJ nights. Each experience combines
recognizable music, visual atmosphere, audience participation
and a clear event identity that guests can understand and enjoy.
70s & 80s Retro Dance Party
Disco, classic dance music, 80s favorites, retro dress-up,
contests, sing-alongs and high-energy dance-floor entertainment.
60s Gold: Motown & Rock Party
A balanced mix of Motown favorites and 1960s rock-and-roll
designed for dancing, singing along and reliving a classic era.
Senior Prom Party
A three-hour early event that lets guests become teenagers again
with prom music, formal attire, photos, contests and dancing.
Yacht Rock Socials
Smooth 70s and 80s favorites for patios, marinas,
country clubs, wineries, cocktail events and summer socials.
Legends of Rock Party
A dress-up rock experience featuring music associated with
Journey, KISS, Bon Jovi, Heart, Fleetwood Mac and other legends.
Hollywood Music Night
Music from memorable 70s and 80s movies including
Saturday Night Fever, Footloose, Fame and Purple Rain.
Gilligan’s Island & Margaritaville Party
A tropical dress-up event combining island music,
summer favorites, beach atmosphere and guest participation.
Hosted Karaoke & Trivia
Interactive entertainment with professional hosting,
singer rotation, team trivia, scorekeeping and winner announcements.
Diamond Video Music Party
Professional DJ entertainment combined with synchronized
music videos, HD displays, dance lighting and hosted announcements.
The DJ Russ Fritz Difference
Experience You Can Feel in the Room
A successful event is not created by pressing play.
It comes from planning, professional communication,
reliable production and live decisions made as the room changes.
READ THE ROOM
Crowd-Aware Programming
Music and pacing are adjusted live based on guest response
and dance-floor momentum.
PLAN THE FLOW
Event Coordination
Important moments, announcements and transitions
are reviewed before the event.
SOUND PROFESSIONAL
Reliable Production
Sound, lighting, microphones and video are matched
to the room and guest count.
STAY RESPONSIVE
Clear Communication
Questions, changes and event details receive
direct, practical answers.
How It Works
A Clear Process From First Call to Final Song
Discover
We define the event, audience, venue,
schedule and atmosphere you want.
Plan
Music, announcements, production and important
moments are organized in advance.
Perform
The room is read live while the music,
pacing and interaction are adjusted.
Deliver
The event stays polished, energetic
and focused on the client and guests.
Popular Starting Points
Packages Organized Around the Event
Guest count is the starting point. Venue layout, event length,
lighting, video and entertainment format determine the final package.
Up to 100 Guests
Bronze DJ Package
Professional DJ setup, sound system,
wireless microphone and event support.
101–200 Guests
Silver DJ Package
Enhanced sound, subwoofer support,
dance lighting and MC services.
Wedding Package
Ceremony & Reception
Ceremony audio, reception entertainment,
announcements, planning and formalities.
Business Production
Corporate Event Package
Professional entertainment, audio, video,
lighting and program support.
Professional Service Promise
No Generic Playlist. No Guesswork. No Unnecessary Drama.
The entertainment should support the event,
not become a distraction from it.
- Arrive with time to complete setup and testing
- Use professional equipment matched to the event
- Review important music and announcements in advance
- Dress appropriately for the venue and event
- Keep communication direct and professional
- Focus attention on the client and guests
Real Event Media
See the Energy Before You Book
Review event videos, dance floors, themed parties,
venue programs and crowd interaction from actual
DJ Russ Fritz events.
Common Questions
What Clients Usually Want to Know
How is the correct DJ package selected?
The starting point is guest count. Venue layout,
room acoustics, outdoor coverage, lighting, video
and program requirements may change the recommended package.
Can we choose the music?
Yes. You can provide must-play songs, do-not-play songs,
special requests and preferred styles. DJ Russ also uses
live crowd response to keep the event moving.
Do you provide announcements and MC services?
Yes. Announcements, introductions, formalities, contests,
presentations and event transitions can be planned
and professionally hosted.
Can packages be customized?
Yes. Packages can be adjusted for time, guest count,
venue size, lighting, video, microphones, theme,
staffing, travel and production requirements.
Service Area
Serving Chicagoland and Southern Wisconsin
Available throughout Lake County, Northern Cook County,
McHenry County, DuPage County, Kane County, Will County,
Kendall County and select Southern Wisconsin markets.
Lake County
Northern Cook County
McHenry County
DuPage County
Kane County
Will County
Kendall County
Southern Wisconsin
Check Your Date
Let’s Build the Right Entertainment Experience
Share your event date, venue, guest count and goals.
You will receive a proposal based on the actual event requirements.