Meet Colin - DJ Quest
Hi! My name is Colin (DJ Quest) and I am the owner of River Beats Entertainment and am an active, local DJ serving Minnesota and some areas of Wisconsin. I have a diverse range of musical tastes and have done DJ Entertainment for ten years, working and learning with some of the best DJ companies in the area completing 200+ weddings and events. I find beauty in both the diversity of sounds and styles in music, but also in the diversity of the clients I work with and support.
My Style:
I apply a wide range of music types to my DJ sets. Before the event, I set up consultations with my couples or event organizers to get a feel for the event and collaborate on a custom collection of songs special to the event and the guests! I am an open format DJ - that means I like to play a wide range of genres and songs to provide variety in the listening experience and incorporate all music tastes on the dance floor!
During the events, I read the crowd and see what is getting people on the dance floor. I have a wide-ranging selection of songs from all kinds of eras and genres to keep the night going and give everyone something to dance to. My job is to keep the night active and provide a music selection appropriate to the event theme and crowd type.
I also love playing background music and AV support for community events and MCing if needed!
On Weddings:
Weddings are magical events for families to get together, celebrate love, and party down. I love being a part of making a special day possible for couples and creating memories that last a lifetime.
Genre Preferences/Specialties:
My favorite genres of music are top 40 / current hits, Rap, R&B, Hip Hop, Pop, Punk, and Dance and Electronic/EDM music. I love current / classic country hits and rock and roll classics and don’t hesitate to pull them out. For eras, I especially love 80s and 90s music and 2000's dance and hits – but appreciate music from all eras and love pulling out oldies, especially Motown, Soul and Funk! I do homework for all events and I take requests in advance and day of to build custom, interactive events!
I also love more niche genres like House, Techno, Folk, Afrobeats, international Artists, Latin Pop, UK Garage, Instrumental EDM, Remixes, Deep House, House, Indie, Rising Artists, Indie Dance.
My Relationship With Music:
Music is a deep part of my history. My mom had an upright piano when I was growing up and would play on that constantly. I played trumpet in high school, then singing in college, and now mixing and arranging music as a DJ. Music is a healing tool and a creative outlet for me and I love finding music to fit any occasion.
Favorite Part About Being A DJ: Bringing the party / Vibe everywhere I go!
Pronouns: He, Him, His
LGBTQIA+ Friendly, Cause Supportive, Celebrates Diversity
