To throw a big corporate event there has to be collaboration. You have to have the main point person then you have to delegate responsibilities. I was able to work with a team from Lockeed Martin. We had constant communication and everything ran smooth.

  They located a big venue downtown San Jose, the Guild House. Its huge and it is a creative space. There were tables so people can play board games and then different areas to play video games. Also for this event there was a photo booth.  Guild House had folks passing out delicious appetizers. Dinner was picked up by the side tables and they had choices of tamales and tostadas and chips and salsa/guacamole.

  I gave them a playlist to cover many genres. We decided to move out the country songs and replace them with Christmas songs.  We were mostly playing 80s and 90s and 00s pop music. The first hour or so we went for background music and then later we got a little more aggressive with danceable music. We did get a little louder to get folks on the dance floor and it worked. It seemed like the Latin music is what got folks ready for the dance floor. 85 percent of the music was English but the Spanish music was got the ants in the pants.  For 600 folks we brought 2 -3 way speakers and 4 tops. It was more than enough for the space.

  Overall it was a successful event with good food, a nice venue, and good people who made it a good time for all.

DJs in Los Angeles are a dime a dozen.

Good DJs aren't nearly as common — and good Spanish DJs even less so. But your event relies on you finding a top-tier Los Angeles DJ if you want will create an unforgettable atmosphere — unforgettable for all the right reasons, that is.

Finding that kind of DJ isn't as simple as searching for a DJ in the Los Angeles area. Nope. To ensure you're hiring the best DJ, you need an action plan that includes asking five critical questions during your search.

5 Questions to Ask Before Hiring a Los Angeles DJ That Specializes in Spanish Music

This guide can work whether or not you require a Spanish music DJ, by substituting questions focused on Spanish music with whichever genre you require. But, since finding a top-tier Spanish DJ that understands the assignment is far more complex than finding DJs specializing in other genres, this guide will highlight the intricacies of this undertaking.

What Type of Spanish Music Do they Play?

Most DJs are tangentially acquainted with Spanish music and their mixes reflect this. If you'd prefer a varied playlist that has some much-loved but deep cuts, you should question the kind of music they play as this will be the most obvious giveaway regarding their knowledge of the genre.

If you'd like to add some Bachata to the Playlist, what would be their picks? You can do this with any genre you have in mind. You could also test their knowledge by questioning the music they'd play to appease any age group. If you're planning a wedding, you want your DJ to play music everyone, even older relatives and guests can enjoy.

Are Their Reviews Great?

Reviews are the best way to substantiate whether a DJ is any good. But, some DJs manipulate their reviews to increase their ratings.

So, an insider tip would be to scrutinize a DJ's reviews. Look at who posted the review and their review history. For example, an obvious fake review would come from an account with no review history. If a DJ has several five-star or one-star reviews from customers who've never reviewed other businesses, these reviews are likely fake.

But even if a reviewer has a history, examine their history. Why would a reviewer who's primarily reviewed businesses in Greensboro, North Carolina, suddenly be reviewing a Los Angeles DJ? Yes, people can host events wherever, but does their review history reflect hosting an event in Los Angeles? Have they reviewed caterers, venues, videographers, photographers, or other vendors in Los Angeles? If not, then it's likely a fake review. Only pay attention to reviews from real accounts if you want to determine if you're hiring a good Los Angeles DJ.

How Long Have They Been in Business?

To hire a top-tier DJ — not the average run-of-the-mill DJ with a generic mix and tacky interruptions — you should pay special attention to their years in business. Anyone can create a mix and learn to DJ, but it takes years to understand how to develop mixes for the occasion, feeds off the crowd's energy, and listen to your clients' needs.

The longer a DJ has been in business, the more time they've had to hone their craft, meaning you're hiring them at their peak and not getting a DJ still learning how to wield their skills and mixes.

Is Their Equipment Good?

Another way to separate a run-of-the-mill DJ from a pro is to assess their equipment. There are enough Los Angeles DJs that entertain as one of many other side hustles; usually, their equipment would reflect this. What type of mixers or turntables do they use? Are these low, mid, or high-end brands? You may think that the equipment doesn't make a difference, but it determines the sound and quality of the performance.

Unless you want a lackluster sound, your DJ should use brands like Roland, Pioneer, and Denon, not entry-level brands like Numark or Hercules.

What Type of Events Do They DJ?

There's a difference between corporate event DJs, club DJs, and personal events DJs. You're not going to — or at least you shouldn't — hire a club DJ for a wedding or quinceañera. Instead, you'd want your LA wedding to have the best Los Angeles Wedding DJ because a wedding DJ has experience creating the type of atmosphere for such an intimate experience.

A wedding DJ knows how to create a mix that can cater to various tastes while making the moment exceptional.

They also know how to create stirring introductions and announcements that don't come off tacky.

On the contrary, a corporate event DJ has to give cold, unfeeling announcements and create mixes that don't have soul or meaning to cater to a broader audience.

So, it doesn't matter if they tick all the other boxes; if the DJ you want to hire has limited experience MCing an event like yours, don't bother.

Hiring Black and White Affair as Your Los Angeles DJ

Get a superior Spanish music mix that will reflect your taste and entertain your guests. Having DJed in the Bay area for years, I have a track record of catering to my client's needs and creating unforgettable mixes that set the mood for the occasion.

Now, you can hire us for your Los Angeles event and get that same performance quality.

I am a proud SJSU alumni and I like to keep tabs on my school. I had an opportunity to play at a fundraiser. They were at first going to have a band and have me be the start of the night but that did not pan out. I did not get a special playlist but I was told to play appropriate music for the night. A lot of the time one would play background music during dinner time so the guests can be able to talk. Then the end, the dj would play the festive music at a louder volume to get everyone to the dance floor and keep them on the dance floor.

The venue was an Elks Lodge in San Jose. It was right off the 87 so it was really easy to go to. They do have a stage area for the dj and a huge dance floor.  I unloaded my gear and took it to the stage. They had the baseball and softball players there to help with the service of the food.

I knew the most of the crowd was going to be 30 and up. Also I knew the players were more about 20 years old.  So for the dinner portion of the night I was playing mellow familiar background music. All the players for both sports were introduced. Once they did all the auctions and the raffles it was time to pump up the volume. I went with the classic dance jams that all ages would enjoy.

Recently played at Gilroy Gardens located in Gilroy. I was able to contact the manager and she was very helpful and made sure she was available to guide me in the venue.  With the helpful staff, I was able to go through the employee entrance. Load in was very simple.  I asked in advance for a table and they gave me an extension cord. Once I arrive I asked for another extension cord and they were on it. I brought my big boy speakers and asked for a little barrier so dancers do not put their drinks or purses on them. This was done with little heads up and they were on it.

The coolest thing of the night was I left a mini table behind and I called the manager after midnight and she picked up and told me she would call security to locate it and text me if they find it or not. I just love the follow through. The manager even offered to drop off the table at my location San Jose once it was found. WOW. With teamwork, they found my table in the big park and I was able to get it back.  This is how this venue treats vendors and I was very impressed. I was very impressed with their customer service. I was working with 2 banquet managers and both of them went beyond the call of duty. 

Overall it was a pleasant experience. While I was playing my music students were dressed to the nines and it seemed like everyone was posting their experience on social media. The lights and the elegance made it a very special night. The park offered unlimited games and rides for the party goers. Students were able to win prizes that whey were proud of. Students seemed very excited and happy. Gilroy Gardens is an excellent place to have your party!