CHICAGO DJ, EMCEE, and sound production

The Chicago DJ making special events effortlessly fun.

Easy booking. Custom everything. Full dance floor, guaranteed.

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WEDDINGS

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CONFERENCES / GALAS

CORPORATE PARTIES

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CONVENTIONS

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Your party. Your music. Your vibe.

You can have it all.

You have a vibe. You have a vision. Maybe some strongly held opinions from mom and dad. And you want a DJ who can translate all that into a picture perfect evening at the biggest party you’ve ever thrown.

No problem. I know exactly how to make your celebration feel uniquely you and get butts on the dance floor.

Playing epic parties in Chicago and beyond

Some of the places we’ve Danced the night away

“We received so many compliments and the dance floor was full all night long. Jimmy was great to work with and so responsive!

– Colleen W.

“Amazing to have packed dance floor the entire night!”

– Catherine W

“Jimmy answered all my questions very quickly! It was a perfect day!”

– Nicole W

“Just fabulous!

Our guests had such a good time and stayed and danced all night! Plus even asked for one more song and got it!”

– DEB R

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Meet Jimmy Baseman

People person. Music nerd. Certified party starter.

I love getting my clients to the point where they feel comfortable enough to trust me with one of the most important nights of their lives — or with the event they’ve been stressing over for months.

I’m an extrovert through and through, so getting to meet new people, bring a room to life, and be right in the middle of the excitement is pretty much my dream job.

High-energy environments are where I’m in my element. I love the buzz of a room before the party really gets going, the moment the dance floor starts filling up, and that feeling when everything finally clicks and the whole room is having a great time.

What’s more fun than music and dancing!?

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Ready to get this party started?

I’m currently booking events through December 2027.