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713-338-9399 - Houston
512-585-8046 - Central&North Texas
Contact today for your personalized quote!
[email protected]
713-338-9399 - Houston
512-585-8046 - Central&North Texas
WELCOME!
Over the past two & a half decades, J.J. Essen, owner of Essen Entertainment LLC, has established himself as one the most sought after Private and Public Event Entertainers in Texas! Essen has won numerous awards over the years for his service, performances, and professionalism. He has personally performed as a DJ, Emcee, Musician, Singer, &/or Songwriter on over 7,000 occasions and at close to 2,950 WEDDINGS! From the early age of 5 years old, music and entertainment have been Essen's calling! His passion for what he does and his dedication to Essen Entertainment's clients is beyond measure!
No matter the venue, age group, or type of event, including weddings, corporate functions, birthdays, children's parties, fundraisers, bat/bar mitzvahs, quinceaneras, proms, restaurants, &/or live music venues, Essen Entertainment will provide the exact type of event services you are looking for.
ARE YOU GETTING MARRIED?
Essen Entertainment's mission is to help make your BIG DAY one of the Best Days of Your Life! This journey of planning your wedding should be enjoyable, easy, and fun!
The personal touch you get with us is second to none, because we cater everything to you and your vision. We will help you discover that vision by offering our expert advice, when needed, based on our extensive wedding experience. We know how important this huge event is in your life, so let us assist you in making it
amazing and memorable in every way possible!
Essen Entertainment's mission is to help make your BIG DAY one of the Best Days of Your Life! This journey of planning your wedding should be enjoyable, easy, and fun!
The personal touch you get with us is second to none, because we cater everything to you and your vision. We will help you discover that vision by offering our expert advice, when needed, based on our extensive wedding experience. We know how important this huge event is in your life, so let us assist you in making it
amazing and memorable in every way possible!
Wedding Industry Awards
We are a proud recipient of
THE KNOT's
HALL OF FAME AWARD!!!
WINNER of THE KNOT's coveted "Best Of Weddings" Award 2016', 17', 18',19', 20', 21', 22', 23', & 24'
WINNER of WEDDINGWIRE's prestigious "Couple's Choice" Award 2015', 16', 17', 18',19', 20', 21', 22', 23' & 24'
WINNER of ZOLA's TOP WEDDING VENDOR 2023' & 24'
THE KNOT's
HALL OF FAME AWARD!!!
WINNER of THE KNOT's coveted "Best Of Weddings" Award 2016', 17', 18',19', 20', 21', 22', 23', & 24'
WINNER of WEDDINGWIRE's prestigious "Couple's Choice" Award 2015', 16', 17', 18',19', 20', 21', 22', 23' & 24'
WINNER of ZOLA's TOP WEDDING VENDOR 2023' & 24'
SERVICES
All our Packages include...
PROFESSIONALISM
First and foremost, Essen Entertainment provides professional, properly attired/CLEAN CUT, punctual, and experienced Private Event Entertainer's. ALL of Essen Entertainment's Team Members have a complete understanding of volume control, reading a crowd, and how to set the desired tempo for your event.
CUSTOMER SERVICE & UNLIMITED SUPPORT
Essen Entertainment encourages all of our clients to contact us at ANY TIME, before or after their event via email, phone, and/or text messaging. Essen Entertainment provides extra special attention to our clients, meaning you will never wait long for a response.
CONTROL
You will get a CUSTOMIZED PLAYLIST geared to your liking which can be pre-approved, if desired. Our ONE AND ONLY GOAL is to make sure that your event is the best it can be by providing the exact type of musical entertainment you desire. We will work with you beforehand to make sure that what we play is exactly what you have envisioned.
EQUIPMENT
Essen Entertainment provides STATE OF THE ART sound equipment, wireless microphones, a fog machine (if requested), and a dazzling dance floor light show. We can also provide, wireless LED uplighting, custom monograms, and photo booths.
*Visit the VIDEOS section at the top of the page for examples of Sound and Lighting
MUSIC
You will have access to a MUSIC LIBRARY second to none! Essen Entertainment has access to any song from any artist, band, or year! This allows the ability for you or your guests to make ON THE SPOT REQUESTS in addition to your customized playlist.
SAVINGS
Unlike large DJ companies that are charging outrageous prices, Essen Entertainment is a SMALL BUSINESS with less overhead. This allows our clients to get the most competitive prices available.
PAYMENT PLANS
Essen Entertainment offers NO INTEREST FINANCING on all events booked at least 6 months in advance. We make payments as easy as possible by accepting: ALL major credit/debit cards, Venmo, & Zelle.
PEACE OF MIND
Essen Entertainment understands that planning an event can be fun, but it can also be stressful. Let us take care of ALL your entertainment needs, so you have less things to worry about.
All our Packages include...
PROFESSIONALISM
First and foremost, Essen Entertainment provides professional, properly attired/CLEAN CUT, punctual, and experienced Private Event Entertainer's. ALL of Essen Entertainment's Team Members have a complete understanding of volume control, reading a crowd, and how to set the desired tempo for your event.
CUSTOMER SERVICE & UNLIMITED SUPPORT
Essen Entertainment encourages all of our clients to contact us at ANY TIME, before or after their event via email, phone, and/or text messaging. Essen Entertainment provides extra special attention to our clients, meaning you will never wait long for a response.
CONTROL
You will get a CUSTOMIZED PLAYLIST geared to your liking which can be pre-approved, if desired. Our ONE AND ONLY GOAL is to make sure that your event is the best it can be by providing the exact type of musical entertainment you desire. We will work with you beforehand to make sure that what we play is exactly what you have envisioned.
EQUIPMENT
Essen Entertainment provides STATE OF THE ART sound equipment, wireless microphones, a fog machine (if requested), and a dazzling dance floor light show. We can also provide, wireless LED uplighting, custom monograms, and photo booths.
*Visit the VIDEOS section at the top of the page for examples of Sound and Lighting
MUSIC
You will have access to a MUSIC LIBRARY second to none! Essen Entertainment has access to any song from any artist, band, or year! This allows the ability for you or your guests to make ON THE SPOT REQUESTS in addition to your customized playlist.
SAVINGS
Unlike large DJ companies that are charging outrageous prices, Essen Entertainment is a SMALL BUSINESS with less overhead. This allows our clients to get the most competitive prices available.
PAYMENT PLANS
Essen Entertainment offers NO INTEREST FINANCING on all events booked at least 6 months in advance. We make payments as easy as possible by accepting: ALL major credit/debit cards, Venmo, & Zelle.
PEACE OF MIND
Essen Entertainment understands that planning an event can be fun, but it can also be stressful. Let us take care of ALL your entertainment needs, so you have less things to worry about.
ADDITIONAL SERVICES!
PHOTO BOOTH RENTALS
Photo Booths are a fun and interactive way to not only engage your guests, but also to provide them with a memorable memento and tangible token of your appreciation! Photo Booths are enjoyable for all age groups! Your guests will let loose and enjoy their Photo Booth session. If you are looking for a creative way to make your event truly unique, then our Photo Booth packages are exactly what you need! You can even customize your photo strips by adding your name, monogram, company logo, and/or event date. After the conclusion of your event you will receive digital images of all the photos taken!
Our Photo Booth packages include the following:
*UNLIMITED PRINTS!
*Accommodates up to 10 guests per photo!
*Professional Photo Booth attendant!
*Customized branding & design
*Choice of background colors
Plain--White, Black, Blue, or Damask
Sequins--Rose Gold, Silver, Gold, Red, Blue, or Hot Pink
Rosettes--Red, White, or Pink
*Wide variety of costume props
*Online photo gallery
*GIF emailed or uploaded to social media
*Keepsake photo album
*Delivery, setup, and removal
UPLIGHTING
What is Uplighting? Uplighting is a series of lighting fixtures, inconspicuously place on the floor throughout the room that project decorative beams of light from the floor onto the walls and ceiling. Uplighting can turn a boring room with plain walls into a unique and colorful venue, in almost any color! Essen Entertainment uses state of the art WIRELESS LED lighting that never gets hot.
What is Uplighting? Uplighting is a series of lighting fixtures, inconspicuously place on the floor throughout the room that project decorative beams of light from the floor onto the walls and ceiling. Uplighting can turn a boring room with plain walls into a unique and colorful venue, in almost any color! Essen Entertainment uses state of the art WIRELESS LED lighting that never gets hot.
CUSTOM MONOGRAM LIGHTING
What is Monogram Lighting? Monogram lighting is used to create inviting entrances, focal points, within a room, or enchanting backdrop for your event using lights. Traditionally, the name of the bride and groom is projected onto a surface of the dance floor or wall. It is a very cost effective way of creating a unique and personalized wedding venue. We have over 100 templates to choose from or provide a custom design for us to copy!
What is Monogram Lighting? Monogram lighting is used to create inviting entrances, focal points, within a room, or enchanting backdrop for your event using lights. Traditionally, the name of the bride and groom is projected onto a surface of the dance floor or wall. It is a very cost effective way of creating a unique and personalized wedding venue. We have over 100 templates to choose from or provide a custom design for us to copy!
DANCING ON A CLOUD
Have you ever imagine seeing yourself dancing in sky during your first dance?! The Dancing on a Cloud Effect is great way to make your special moment even more memorable!
Have you ever imagine seeing yourself dancing in sky during your first dance?! The Dancing on a Cloud Effect is great way to make your special moment even more memorable!
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Marquee Letters
Looking for a way to surprise your loved one on your special day? With our large illuminated MARQUEE LETTERS you can personalize your celebration and give your guests something to talk about! A light up sign is bright, right on trend, and can be tailored to your requirements. The light up letters act as a fantastic piece of décor providing that all-important ambient lighting for weddings a& other special events, such as engagement parties and anniversary celebrations... AND OUR "LOVE" LETTERS CAN CHANGE COLORS!
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AUDIO GUESTBOOK
An Audio Guestbook Phone rental is an innovative phone device designed to capture heartfelt messages from your guests during special events like weddings, birthdays, graduations, baby showers, anniversaries, milestones and more. Unlike traditional video guestbooks, an audio guestbook allows your loved ones to express themselves naturally. With an audio guestbook, you can preserve cherished memories and relive precious moments for years to come.
HOW DOES AN AUDIO GUESTBOOK WORK? VERY EASY!
Guests pick up the phone and hear a custom pre-recorded message from you.
Guests leave their thoughts, best wishes, funny stories, and messages, up to one minute in length, and then hang up.
After your event, you’ll get a custom gallery with all of the individual audio files in a shareable mp4 format to download.
Hear them after your celebration (or honeymoon), where you will cry, laugh and smile. You will be able to save the audios for the rest of your life and pass them down to your family.
An Audio Guestbook Phone rental is an innovative phone device designed to capture heartfelt messages from your guests during special events like weddings, birthdays, graduations, baby showers, anniversaries, milestones and more. Unlike traditional video guestbooks, an audio guestbook allows your loved ones to express themselves naturally. With an audio guestbook, you can preserve cherished memories and relive precious moments for years to come.
HOW DOES AN AUDIO GUESTBOOK WORK? VERY EASY!
Guests pick up the phone and hear a custom pre-recorded message from you.
Guests leave their thoughts, best wishes, funny stories, and messages, up to one minute in length, and then hang up.
After your event, you’ll get a custom gallery with all of the individual audio files in a shareable mp4 format to download.
Hear them after your celebration (or honeymoon), where you will cry, laugh and smile. You will be able to save the audios for the rest of your life and pass them down to your family.
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COLD SPARKS
Ideal for weddings, concerts, parties and extraordinary events, Cold Spark Fountains may be used to create stunning visuals at virtually any type of venue. Whether used at the beach, luxury hotels, sports arenas, churches, casinos or in a large nightclub, Cold Spark Fountains will safely light up the area without any flames.
Ideal for weddings, concerts, parties and extraordinary events, Cold Spark Fountains may be used to create stunning visuals at virtually any type of venue. Whether used at the beach, luxury hotels, sports arenas, churches, casinos or in a large nightclub, Cold Spark Fountains will safely light up the area without any flames.
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LIVE MUSIC PERFORMANCES
As a singer/guitarist, J.J. Essen specializes in playing intimate solo/acoustic renditions of hundreds of cover songs, spanning multiple genres and eras of music. Throughout his 25 year professional career, Essen has fronted numerous bands and has toured all over the world. He has been critically acclaimed for his vocal and guitar skills. Having Essen play live works very well at the beginning of events when people are arriving and/or mingling. Then, when you are ready, he turns to DJ and the real party starts! Essen Entertainment has other fantastic musicians available, upon request.
*VISIT THE "LIVE MUSIC TEAM" SECTION AT THE TOP OF THE PAGE TO SEE ESSEN ENTERTAINMENT'S MUSICIAN TEAM.
As a singer/guitarist, J.J. Essen specializes in playing intimate solo/acoustic renditions of hundreds of cover songs, spanning multiple genres and eras of music. Throughout his 25 year professional career, Essen has fronted numerous bands and has toured all over the world. He has been critically acclaimed for his vocal and guitar skills. Having Essen play live works very well at the beginning of events when people are arriving and/or mingling. Then, when you are ready, he turns to DJ and the real party starts! Essen Entertainment has other fantastic musicians available, upon request.
*VISIT THE "LIVE MUSIC TEAM" SECTION AT THE TOP OF THE PAGE TO SEE ESSEN ENTERTAINMENT'S MUSICIAN TEAM.
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ORIGINAL SONGS
J.J. Essen has been a professional songwriter for over 25 years. He writes and composes with and for some of the most world-renowned songwriters and artists all over the world creating music in many different genres; Essen has toured around the world playing music. He has taken his songwriting and singing experience and applied it to the private event industry. Essen will write a ONE OF A KIND ORIGINAL SONG specific to your occasion, based on your story and musical taste.
You will also get a studio recording of YOUR SONG to keep forever!
J.J. Essen has been a professional songwriter for over 25 years. He writes and composes with and for some of the most world-renowned songwriters and artists all over the world creating music in many different genres; Essen has toured around the world playing music. He has taken his songwriting and singing experience and applied it to the private event industry. Essen will write a ONE OF A KIND ORIGINAL SONG specific to your occasion, based on your story and musical taste.
You will also get a studio recording of YOUR SONG to keep forever!