Below was my BIO from 1998 to 2008
I am in the process of making my BIO current for PA

Joe Richards “DJ Gunner”
255 Jonathans Way

Suffolk, VA  23434

757-338-1414

www.caekaraoke.com
caekaroake@yahoo.com

DJ/KJ/Entertainer/Announcer/Event Coordinator (Since 1998)

Licensed * Insured * Trained * Professional * Experienced * N.A.M.E. Member

My personal mission statement:
To provide happiness, pure joy and quality entertainment for every event I DJ/MC.

I learn to be a better DJ/Entertainer with each event and every person I meet.  I find that collaborating with other respectable DJ/Entertainers and reading professional periodicals amplifies my overall entertainment knowledge and ability to take high level entertainment to the streets and of course the banquet halls and clubs.  

Experience: Since 1998 I have performed for many, from 50 to 10,000 people at many Weddings/Receptions, Parties, Picnics, Biker Events, benefit Plays, charity events and Car/Bike/Truck Shows. As a matter of fact I have planned and completely coordinated car, bike and truck shows. Mixed for bands and provided PA system setups. Demo CD Recording, Video Recording to DVD, Photo Montage construction, Song/Karaoke Recording to MP-3 and CD Format (MP-3 editing).  For the last two years I have been providing music and karaoke for a diverse ROCK-COUNTRY-POP-DANCE and BLUES bar/club crowd.  The right mix at the right time ensures this diverse party crowd hangs around until closing time. 

Weddings:  The most important event a DJ/Entertainer can do.  I have done many weddings, and some of which were only with two days notice, due to other DJs having emergencies, etc.  What a great challenge.

Music:  One of the most complete music selections in the Virginia Beach, VA and surrounding area.  Many of the traditional POP, Dance, Rock and Country party songs and many songs meant to surprise folks (Wow, I haven’t heard that one in awhile).  About 60,000 songs in all.  My 25-year music collection is always growing.  Oldies, Blues, Motown, Shag and more are also a part of my music library.

Karaoke:  Over 6,500 of the most popular songs old and new.  When I mix for singers, I customize the tone and mix for each singer.  I want each singer to feel like they are in a concert hall and not just doing karaoke.  I have even used effects lighting, fog and bubbles to enhance their performance.  I always arrange my speakers so that the singers can hear themselves sing and adjust their tone, output level and mic distance.

DJ/Entertainer Innovations:

Please visit my web site www.caekaraoke.com to take a peak at my DJ Computer in a box.  Very portable and much more powerful and capable than a laptop.  DJ/event trailer with mini stage.  This trailer is always a big hit at outdoor events. Subwoofer light show.  I have also made my own DJ equipment cases.  Currently designing and building an all in one DJ rolling component case. The case will have lights, sub, mixer, players, etc built in.  

My Toolbox: 

Mobile System 1: HP Slimline DJ computer (full power PC with recording capabilities), Virtual DJ software, Creative Labs recording software, Numark PPD-9000 Digital Mixer, QSC RMX-1450 Amp, Peavey SP-5 (Scorpion) speakers, JBL JRX-118SP powered sub woofer, Shure PGX24/SM-58 UHF Wireless Mic,  Vocopro karaoke/DVD player,  Sony dual CDR recorder, Optoma digital video projector and screen,  Elation 4 channel wireless light controller,  American DJ Electra LED, Electra 250, Mini Aggressor,  fog machine, Chauvet bubble machine, Samsung 15” LCD monitor, Furman PLPLUSII Power Conditioner,  Tables,  Stands and cables.        

Club DJ/KJ System 2:  Dell DJ laptop,  Virtual DJ, Numark CM200FX mixer, QSC RMX-2450 Amp,  Peavey SP-2 (Black Widow) speakers,  JBL JRX-118SP powered sub woofer,  CAVS Super CD-G karaoke/DVD player,  Audix OM-3 singing mic,  Gemini dual UHF Wireless Mic system,  Audio Technica VHF wireless headset,  Elation Copilot II 16 channel light controller,  American DJ Double Derby, Trilogy, color light pod, big shot strobe,  Laser,  fog machine, Chauvet Par 38 cans with remote controller, Furman M8L Merit  Spike Protector 13” TV monitor.  This is also my beach party, car show and Biker event system. 

Back-up PA System 3: Behringer PMH2000 10 ch 500 watt powered mixer, Sound Tech 10” speakers.

Studio System 4:  HP Laptop, JBL EON 15” powered speakers, Mackie DFX12 mixer, Realistic wireless UHF mic/instrument system, Pinnacle video/audio DVD authoring software,  

Misc. Equipment:

Other equipment includes: DJ/Event trailer with mini stage and wired for sound, Super Quiet Honda 3,000wt Generator, tents, Bean Bag Toss (Baggo), hula-hoops, limbo, sac race, tug o war, bubbles, picnic/party props and supplies (Beads, Glow, Inflatables, etc). Also: coolers, mini fridge, mini sink, Beer tap and BBQ grills.

People & Places: Here is a partial list of places or organizations DJ Gunner has provided DJ and entertainment services for or at: Tidewater Medical Supply – LOTA Academy - Lipton – Hilton (various) – Old Trap Lodge (NC) – Renaissance  Hotel - Grand Affairs (VA Bch) – Founders Inn (VA Bch) – Crown Plaza (Wmsbg) - Moose Club (various) Ruriton Club (various) – American Legion (various) – Fleet Reserve Assn (YKTN) – Firestone –  World Trade Center (Norfolk) - VFW (Various) - Shuckers (Suffolk) – Shriners – VTMilcom – Homeless Shelter (Suffolk) TIDE Swim Team -  Dominion Power – Volvo Penta – Holiday Trav L Park (VA Bch) – Bethpage Camp Resort (Urbana) - KOA (VA Beach) – DODD RV – Norfolk Golf and Country Club – CPO Clubs (LCreek, Portsmouth, Norfolk) – Officer Clubs (Langley, Damneck, Norfolk, Oceana, Lcreek) – Astro Disc Jockeys (VA Bch) – Suffolk Airport (Suffolk Raceway Reunion) – Hampton Roads Airport (Wings & Wheels) – Huntington Park (CVN-73 Car Show) –  Fleet Forces Park Norfolk (Car Show) – USO Hampton Roads  -  Burger King Corp - USS VELLA GULF – USS WINSTON S CHURCHILL – USS CARL VINSON  - USS GEORGE WASHINGTON – USS O’KANE – Submarine Base Pearl Harbor – COMLANTFLT – Little Creek Naval Amphibious Base (VA Bch) and Multiple Private home, pool & beach parties and weddings.  Some of the above listings are multiple/repeat customers.

Customer Assurance:
My first priority are the adults and/or kids I am entertaining.  I am constantly looking at body language, smiles, toe tapping, canvassing the crowd and welcoming requests.  I work with all event staff in a professional and friendly manner to ensure the event runs smooth and maximum synergy is achieved at the highest level. 

THE CUSTOMER COMES FIRST, BOTTOM LINE!!!  I always play to the taste of the crowd, as low or loud as appropriate and requested. 

Membership:  N.A.M.E., American Legion and Moose Lodge

Music Services/Subscriptions: Promo Only, TM Century and Mobile Beat Magazine.

Other Experience: Over 15 years of military service including electronics, electricity, computers and robotics.

Joseph A. Richards (DJ Gunner) 757-338-1414