Hi. I’m Kara.

I’m a DJ, a party professional and an artist based in Providence, Rhode Island.

I’ve worked with big art institutions to curate music for events and exhibitions,  as well as more intimate events creating custom soundtracks for milestone celebrations.

I work with people and organizations who deeply appreciate music as an expressive art form.

I don’t ever feel locked into genres or formats. I love the way the dance floor connects us.

I’m inspired by artists who use music as a tool for liberation. I’m inspired by record stores and music history. I’m inspired by the intersection of Disco and Punk in 1980s NYC. I’m inspired by the incredibly rich local live music scene here in PVD.

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Music is Art You Can Dance To

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Let’s Celebrate

  • Music makes the people come together: food festivals, farmers markets, grand openings, rooftop pool parties - always better with a soundtrack.

  • I’ve spun at over 200 weddings. I love celebrating true love at authentic celebrations with intergenerational dance floors.

  • I work with organizations that invest deeply in the arts, our planet Earth, workers rights and LGBTQIA culture.

  • Inclusivity is not just a core value for my work as a DJ but for my life as a human in community.  I’m so proud to be a part of events that are safe and brave spaces for people of all races, genders, ethnicities, ages and abilities.

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The Music

  • soundcloud mixes

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  • Soul and funk from the past and future. Donna Summer, Le Tigre, The B-52s, Robyn, Dee-Lite, LCD Soundsystem, Stevie Wonder, Madonna, Bowie, Talking Heads, New Order, etc. House music from the 90s like Todd Terry, Fatboy Slim and Crystal Waters.

  • My ears are wide open and I learn about so much music from my clients sharing what they love and working collaboratively. Let me know what you’re listening to!

  • How do I find music that I love?

    I love listening to the radio!!

    • NTS Radio especially Rhythm Connection with Dan and Nadia.

    • Con Salsa with Jose Masso on WBUR.

    • Green Program with DJ Pussywillow

    I go out to festivals and parties!

    • Newport Folk Fest

    • Soulelujah at State Park

    • ICA Boston Vinyl Fridays

    • Playland and Heroes at ManRay

All vinyl wedding receptions, vinyl wedding party with vinyl records in New England and New York City

My Process

  • We’ll spend time getting to know each other during the planning process. I love to work really collaboratively, I never take the approach that I know best what songs to play because music is so subjective and emotional.

  • We’ll use a shared planning document to keep all the details in one place and meet about 3 times before your wedding to make sure we’re on the same page.

  • I’ll read the room and make sure that everyone is feeling comfortable and having a great time.

  •  I’m super transparent with all things financial, we’ll use a contract to make things secure and we can use any kind of payment plan you need without penalty.

Add Ons

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Lighting Packages

  • Most popular package by far! Very few clients ask me to leave the disco ball at home. She's huge - 20" and she sets up so easily on a stand. I light her up with a couple of spotlights and the disco ball fills the entire space with moving lights all night long. So much nicer than traditional mobile DJ lighting, and adds such a classic touch to every reception.

  • Uplights make a room or tent feel cohesive and well lit without harsh overhead lighting. Looks amazing in pictures, highlights architectural features and we can switch colors when it’s time to dance!

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Vinyl Cocktail Hour

  • I'll bring my gorgeous vintage Technics 2000s along with about a hundred records from my collection, specially curated for your tastes.  Vinyl Cocktail hour adds vintage vibes and extra interactive elements as guests can browse the record bin. We can also chat going vinyl all night long if that’s something you’re into!!

  • Bring your own records if you're also a collector! Don’t forget to ask about an all vinyl reception as well :)

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Saxophone & More

  • For absolute party people only- not for the faint of heart! Karaoke at your wedding is a total blast and I bring everything we need to make it all work. Guests can request songs on their phone and browse the songbook online of over 40,000 songs that I keep up to date. I bring either a monitor or projector for lyrics depending on your venue size.

  • Treat your guests to a wandering dance floor saxophonist during your reception! Joe DeGeorge is an underground saxophone legend and has perfected the 80s sax solo. We work together - DJ and Saxophonist to create an unforgettable dance floor experience.

“Look no further for the perfect DJ!”

Rossi F., Dec 9, 2024

“Kara is to DJ-ing what Zeus is to thunderbolts.”

Kate and D., May 18, 2024

Google Reviews

“Our guests loved the vinyl cocktail hour!”

Brent G.,  June 9, 2024

Zola Reviews

Let’s Get Formal

If you like filling out forms, go for it! I’ll always schedule a call before we book.

Here’s my email if you’re more un-formal.

***All booked up for 2026!***

2027 Weddings start at $3000, filling up FAST!

(I would like to be on the cape for all of August 2027 so let me know if you are getting married on cape cod in August :•)

DISCO ALERT, my newsletter featuring special offers and updates.

More Professional Party People

these are all folks that I’ve worked with before, and totally adore!

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Wedding Planners

  • Kayla is my Rhode Island homegirl. A creative powerhouse and an absolute dream to work and plan totally outside the box weddings.

  • Mandy is absolutely incredible, planning weddings all over the world and helping grand visions come to life. A gem!

  • Working with Theresa was so much fun! Down to earth and practical without being in any way boring.

  • Rachel and Amy make magic happen. They are intuitive and responsive and work to make everything not just look amazing but also feel incredible.

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Photographers

  • Hire a real artist to make your wedding film and you won’t cringe while watching it.

  • Our clients all like the same stuff - big colors, grand gestures and lots of heart. Amanda and Mike are treasures.

  • Super 8 vintage analog film as well as analog and digital photography. You will have so much fun working with Nikki and Dan!!

  • You wanna break all the rules? Yes. You do. Gabby will somehow get an incredible picture of everyone at your wedding while never telling anyone how to pose. I’ve never seen anything like it!

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Florals and Decor

  • Yes to color. Yes to drama. Yes to absolutely weird flowers and vines and what even is this a seed pod??! Zoe will put flowers absolutely everywhere and convince you that you need to be wearing some.

  • Molly came in to a fall wedding and decorated my whole vinyl turntable set up with mushrooms and leaves and I was instantly in love.

  • Queer flower sweeties! They pay so much attention to detail, get your pronouns right and they know that ANYONE can hold a bouquet at a wedding.

All website photos by Sasha Isreal at Myrtle