Velvet Sounds Karaoke & Entertainment

What to Expect with Velvet Sounds Entertainment

Every event I take on is treated as a completely unique experience. I do not offer one-size-fits-all packages—each quote is carefully customized based on your specific needs, your vision, and your budget.

When you book with me, you’re not just hiring entertainment—you’re getting a personalized experience built around your event from start to finish.

Professional Entertainment — Fully Customized

DJ music, karaoke, live vocals, or any combination of all three—designed specifically for your event style, audience, and energy.

Professional Setup

Timely arrival, full setup, soundcheck, and efficient breakdown. Everything is handled in an organized and professional manner so your event runs smoothly.

Quality Sound & Lighting

Professional speakers, wireless microphones, and a fully integrated DJ/karaoke system delivering clear, balanced sound.

Basic dance lighting is included, with optional upgrades available for enhanced effects and atmosphere.

Extensive Music & Karaoke Library

A large digital catalog covering all major genres and decades.

Guests can browse and sign up for karaoke using their smartphones, keeping everything efficient and organized. Traditional sign-up is always an option as well using paper request slips.

Experienced Host & Emcee

Professional hosting that manages:

Announcements
Singer rotation
Sound levels
Crowd engagement

DJ music is seamlessly integrated to keep energy flowing between performances with no downtime.

Interactive & Flexible Event Style

Whether you want a high-energy interactive experience or a more relaxed, music-focused atmosphere, everything is tailored to your preferences.

Booking Details

• Bars & public venues: 3-hour minimum
• Custom wedding and private event packages available
• Travel fees may apply beyond 50 miles
• All quotes are customized based on event details, location, and services requested

Why Clients Choose Velvet Sounds

With over 30 years of experience, I bring professionalism, flexibility, and a personal approach that you won’t find with standard entertainment companies.

Every client matters, every event is different, and I work directly with you to make sure your event turns out exactly the way you want it.

🎤 DJ • Karaoke Host • Live Vocalist
Not just music—an experience your guests will talk about long after the event is over.

With over 30 years of stage and event experience, Michelle Wells—owner of Velvet Sounds Entertainment—delivers polished, engaging entertainment that goes far beyond a typical DJ service.

This isn’t a cookie-cutter playlist or someone pressing “play.”
Every event is customized from the ground up to match your vision, your crowd, and your energy.

What Makes Velvet Sounds Different

Michelle offers a seamless combination of:

Professional DJ entertainment
Interactive karaoke hosting
Live vocal performances

All designed to keep guests involved, engaged, and having a genuinely great time from start to finish.

Her warm personality, strong stage presence, and ability to read the room create an environment where guests feel comfortable, confident, and excited to participate—whether they’re on the dance floor or grabbing the mic.

Music, Sound & Experience You Can Count On

With a karaoke catalog of over 200,000 songs and an extensive DJ music library covering all major genres, there is truly something for everyone.

Professional-grade sound equipment and premium wireless microphones ensure:

Clear, balanced audio
Smooth transitions
A polished, professional presentation

No awkward pauses. No chaos. No guesswork.

A Personalized, Professional Approach

Michelle is known for being:

Organized
Reliable
Easy to work with

Every event is carefully managed so you can relax and enjoy your night while everything runs smoothly behind the scenes.

Entertainment Services Include

• Professional DJ Services
• Interactive Karaoke Hosting
• Live Vocal Performances
• DJ + Karaoke Combo Events
• Wedding Ceremony & Reception Entertainment
• Corporate Events & Private Parties
• Bars, Restaurants & Public Venues
• Kids Karaoke & DJ Dance Parties

New for 2026

Kids Karaoke & DJ Dance Parties
High-energy, interactive entertainment designed for birthdays, school events, and youth celebrations.

Wedding Officiant Services
Now ordained in Minnesota, offering couples a seamless ceremony + entertainment experience.

Premium Wedding Entertainment Packages
Fully customizable packages combining DJ music, karaoke, live vocals, and professional lighting.

Velvet Sounds Entertainment proudly serves Minneapolis, St. Paul, Rochester, Duluth, Greater Minnesota, Western Wisconsin, Northern Iowa, and the Eastern Dakotas.

Why Clients Choose Velvet Sounds

Because they want more than just background music.

They want:
✔ A packed dance floor
✔ Guests who stay engaged
✔ A smooth, stress-free event
✔ An experience that actually feels special

Clean setup. Professional sound. Real interaction.
Entertainment done right.

Technical & Setup Requirements

To ensure the best possible sound quality, performance experience, and equipment safety, the following setup requirements must be met:

Space Requirements
A minimum 10’ x 10’ performance area is required for equipment setup and staging
Area must be:
Flat and level
Stable and dry
Free of obstruction

For outdoor events, this is especially important to ensure safe equipment placement and performance conditions.

Power Requirements
A minimum of two standard electrical outlets within 50 feet of the setup area
Power must be:
Reliable and consistent
Properly grounded
Not shared with high-power equipment (such as catering equipment, inflatables, or refrigeration)

Note: Standard or consumer-grade generators are not considered acceptable unless approved in advance due to potential risk to sensitive audio equipment.

Internet Access (Optional)
Reliable Wi-Fi is preferred for enhanced functionality (such as karaoke search and song access), but is not required for operation
Outdoor Event Requirements

For any outdoor setup, proper protection must be provided to ensure safe operation:

A shaded and covered area (tent, canopy, or similar) is required to protect equipment from:
Direct sunlight
Rain or moisture
Wind, dust, or debris
If adequate protection cannot be provided, the event may need to be relocated indoors for equipment safety
Safety & Equipment Protection
Equipment must remain in a secure area and not accessible to guests or children
Cables and equipment will be positioned safely; clients agree not to move or adjust equipment
Setup & Access
A minimum of 2 hours prior to event start is required for setup and soundcheck
Client must ensure access to the setup area during this time
Weather & Environmental Conditions

Velvet Sounds Entertainment reserves the right to delay, pause, relocate, or discontinue services if conditions are deemed unsafe due to weather or environmental factors.

This includes rain, lightning, high winds, extreme heat, or other hazardous conditions.

An indoor backup option is strongly recommended for all outdoor events.