Party DJ | West Frankfort IL

Party DJ FAQ — West Frankfort, IL

Who shows up to DJ my party in West Frankfort?

Terry Tunks, every time — no subcontractors, no rotating staff. The person you talk to on the phone is the person running your sound and mic on the day, and that's been true for 1,200-plus events with zero no-shows.

Is there a travel fee for West Frankfort?

Yes — West Frankfort is Zone 4, a flat $300 added to the package price and shown as its own line in your quote before you sign. It never gets blended into the package number.

Is there a deposit?

Yes. Once we've talked through your date, I hold it for 7 days with no payment. A 50% retainer, non-refundable, then locks it in the moment it clears. The balance is due on the first of the month before your event.

Do you take breaks?

The music never stops. I don't take a set break like a band would — if I step away for a minute to grab water or check on setup, a playlist covers it seamlessly and you won't hear a gap. Your guests should never notice I stepped away at all.

How far ahead should I book?

As early as you can for spring-through-fall weekends, especially if your date falls near a local festival or a holiday weekend — those book up fastest. That said, plenty of Party DJ bookings come together on a few weeks' notice, so don't assume it's too late. Call and I'll tell you honestly whether your date's open rather than stringing you along.

Can I give you a do-not-play list?

Please do. Send your must-plays and your do-not-plays ahead of time, and I'll build the whole night around both instead of guessing. I take requests live too, but your list comes first — if a guest asks for something on your do-not-play list, it stays off no matter how many times they ask.

Do you coordinate with a caterer or the venue?

Yes. If there's a venue coordinator or a caterer involved, I'll touch base with them before the day so announcements, meal timing, and cake-cutting land at the right moments instead of colliding with the kitchen's schedule. A little coordination ahead of time means the whole event flows instead of everyone guessing at timing on the fly.

Is the quote the final price?

Yes. My quote is my invoice — the package price plus any travel line you've already seen in writing, and nothing gets added after the fact. If you add the photo booth or extra hours later, that's the only thing that changes the number, and you'll know the new total before I show up, not after.