Dave The Karaoke Guy

A karaoke DJ is a cross between a game show host, a master of ceremonies, a disc jockey, and a ringleader! I introduce singers, perhaps ask them a couple of questions to put them at ease, occasionally walk through the crowd to break the ice, announce the song, and keep the music going as smoothly as possible in between singers. I might also suggest songs to people based on their musical interests or what kind of voice they have. Overall, the more people who participate (singing talent NOT required) and the more they and I interact with each other, the more fun everyone will have.

MEET DAVE THE KARAOKE GUY!

David Gaines (a.k.a. Dave The Karaoke Guy) is a classically trained musician with over 40 years of experience in all aspects of music and audio and degrees in music from Northwestern, American, and Johns Hopkins universities. He has been hosting karaoke with his unique blend of humor, encouragement, and friendly banter at all types of private events around the Washington and Baltimore areas since 2009.

Dave has also served as the regular karaoke host at a variety of local venues including D.C.'s Uptown Tap House and Sign Of The Whale, the American Tap Room in Rockville, Sugo Osteria in Potomac, the Olney Winery, Vine Alley Bistro in Gaithersburg, Hook & Reel Cajun Seafood restaurant in Montgomery Village, and Charlie’s Bar at Mangia Italian Bar & Grill in Annapolis.

WHY HIRE DAVE?

• Solid reputation as a reliable and ethical music professional - also super friendly & easy to work with
• 14 years of karaoke experience in nearly all types of venues and with all age groups
• KJ bookings carry full liability insurance (COI provided to clients on request)
• Many thousands of songs from all genres and time periods -- 1940s standards to this year's top 40 hits -- with more added regularly....special requests are no problem!
• All songs purchased as downloads from reputable commercial karaoke distributors or as original CD+G discs - no pirating or illegal copying
• My KJ services are built around a professional, computer-based PA system custom designed by me specifically for high quality karaoke audio and video
• My rentals feature pro quality machines packed with features but very easy to use — delivery**
and setup included!
• I provide karaoke exclusively - not as a sideline or add-on to a DJ business

** rentals provided ONLY within 20 miles of Zip code 20851

I have a complete PA system designed by me specifically for karaoke audio/video. It includes a professional, laptop-based karaoke hosting program, stand-mounted 24" flatscreen TV with HDMI inputs, and various small accent lights. I can configure the PA system either on the small side (for private homes, bars, apartment complex community rooms, small conference rooms) or the larger side (for corporate cafeterias, hotel ballrooms and large conference rooms, outdoor events, etc.). I also have a 2nd video output available by way of an HDMI splitter in case your venue has a TV for the audience to view. I'll bring the appropriate system for your needs after consulting with you.