O'Kaysions Entertainment

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$250/hour

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Introduction

DJ, Entertainer, MC, & Vocalist since 1996 specializing in Corporate, Black-Tie, First Responder, Law Enforcement and Military events, Themed Parties, Grand Openings, Awards Ceremonies, Holidays, Birthdays, Quinceanera's, Graduations, Pool Parties, Milestones, and Celebrations for all accomplishments! Services offered are DJ, MC (Hosting), Karaoke, & Live Music (Guitars & Vocals) and Face Painting! All DJ events include Decorative Lighting, Cordless microphones, Consultation, Travel, & Set Up. Dance Lighting & Fog also available. Current W-9 and COI (Insurance) RESUME: Night club DJ, & Entertainer 1996 to 2008. Mobile DJ, Musician, Entertainer 1996-Current Lead Vocalist " Fabulous Nomads" 2017 to 2018 Lead Vocalist " The O'Kaysions " 2018 to 2022 Major credit cards accepted! Additional references available upon request We look forward to being a part of your upcoming event. Please reach out. Thank You!!🙂

Overview

Current Top Pro

Hired 54 times

Serves Columbia, SC

Background checked

4 employees

29 years in business

Business hours

Sun12:00 am - 11:59 pmMon12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Payment methods

This pro accepts payments via Cash, Check, and Credit card.

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Facebook, Instagram

Top Pro status

Top Pros are among the highest-rated, most popular professionals on Thumbtack.

2024

2023

Services offered

Music types

Event type

Wedding reception

Wedding ceremony

Birthday party

Cocktail hour

Music genres

Pop / top 40

Rock / classic rock

Jazz / Blues

Covers

Projects and media

54 photos

Projects and media

54 photos

Reviews

Customers rated this pro highly for responsiveness, professionalism, and work quality.

Excellent 4.9

16 reviews

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Alex W.

Mar 21, 2025

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Details: Corporate event • 100 - 149 guests • 18 - 30 years old • 31 - 50 years old • 51 or older • Pop • Hip-hop / Rap • R&B / soul • Top 40 • Country • Oldies • Rock • 80s • Funk / disco • Conference or convention center • MC services • Lighting

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Caylor M.

Sep 28, 2024

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Hired on Thumbtack

Details: Birthday party • 100 - 149 guests • 31 - 50 years old • 80s • Banquet hall or ballroom • Fog machine • Lighting

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Sarah G.

Oct 31, 2023

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Details: Party • 50 - 99 guests • 31 - 50 years old • 51 or older • Oldies • R&B / soul • EDM / house • Banquet hall or ballroom

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Alexia K.

May 29, 2025

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Details: Graduation party • 50 - 99 guests • 18 - 30 years old • Hip-hop / Rap • Conference or convention center • Lighting

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Deborah D.

Jun 27, 2023

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We had a great time at my brother in law’s 60th birthday party. John played all the music they loved. He was a perfect fit for our party and was very professional. He made sure to ask beforehand what kind of music we wanted, so he was ready with all the favorites.

Details: Birthday party • 50 - 99 guests • 18 - 30 years old • 31 - 50 years old • 51 or older • Country • Rock • R&B / soul • Oldies • Pop • Outdoor venue

O'Kaysions Entertainment's reply

Thank You for your kind words! Your family and friends were great, and I know they appreciated all the time and effort it took to put the party together.

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Credentials

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Jonathan Mackie

FAQs

What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
Pricing is always going to depend on the event, how long you need us and what is requested. Minimum is $395. Most are between $750 - $1350
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
I will always respond with the price based on the inquiry and follow up with a text. When the customer lets me know they would like to discuss the upcoming event and possibly book my services, I like to set up a phone conversation and go over the event and what is expected of us. Then go from there.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Night club DJ, & Entertainer 1996 to 2008. Mobile DJ, Musician, Entertainer 1996-Current Lead Vocalist " Fabulous Nomads" 2017 to 2018 Lead Vocalist " The O'Kaysions " 2018 to 2022

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