Idris Elba (the wire, the office) was DJ for Royal Wedding

Many people know Idris Elba from his time on The Office or his time on The Wire. What most don't know about Idris is that he is also a DJ! It may seem strange to hear that he's playing a role in his real life that is so different from his character on the Office, Charles Miner, or his character on the wire, Russell "Stringer" Bell. However, it's true that Idris Elba is a wedding DJ and he happened to DJ one of the most publicized weddings in history, the Royal Wedding!


Contents:

• Idris Elba The Office
• Idris Elba The Wire
• Idris Elba Royal Wedding
• Facts about Idris Elba

Idris Elba, photo by Harald Krichel, cropped
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Idris Elba, The Office

Idris Elba's first appearance on The Office came in the episode titled New Boss where he played the role of Charles Miner, the new VP of the Northeast region for Dunder Mifflin. At first, he and Michael Scott, branch manager, got along pretty well but eventually, they were at odds in the office.

Idris made an appearance in seven episodes during his time on The Office. He interacted with Dwight Shrute, Jim Halpert and many other well known characters in the show.

If you haven't seen an episode of The Office, we would highly recommend it. It's a great show and you can binge watch it on many different platforms. As a DJ, wedding DJ specifically, we have had couples ask us to play the theme song from the office for ceremony exits, or for introductions of the wedding party. If you're a big fan, you may want to incorporate it into your own wedding and your deejay can help you do that. Hey, maybe you could invite Idris as a guest, who knows, maybe he'd show up as his character from The Office.

Idris Elba, The Wire

Idris Elba played Stringer Bell on The Wire, full name was Russell "Stringer" Bell. Stringer is a drug dealer who rises to the top of the Barksdale Organization as second in command. He's involved in many crimes ranging from money laundering to drug dealing and many others. It's a great show and if you haven't seen it, we would definitely recommend it. It's addicting, no pun intended.

Idris' character first made an appearance in an episode called The Target, but appeared in three seasons of the show. The Wire takes place in Baltimore where there is a very large DJ scene. Many of the places mentioned in the show are familiar to DJs in Baltimore.

If you're looking for a great show and are a fan, you'll want to watch everything that features Idris Elba. The Wire doesn't disappoint. You can find it on many streaming platforms and watch all the episodes.

Idris Elba, Royal Wedding

Yes, Idris Elba was the wedding DJ for the Royal Wedding. You may be asking yourself, what is Idris Elba from The Office and from The Wire doing DJing weddings? Well, apparently, Idris and Prince Harry have hung out many times and Harry had been at parties where Idris had DJed before. So, when it came to finding a wedding DJ for the Royal Wedding, Harry simply asked Idris if he would be interested and the rest is history.

The DJ is one of the most important parts of a wedding and often fills many roles from emceeing and making introductions and announcements to coordinating and running a timeline and of course DJing and playing music for ceremonies, cocktail hours, and wedding receptions. Prince Harry put their trust in the hands of their friend, Idris, and he did in fact DJ the Royal Wedding.

Facts about Idris Elba

- Idris Elba Age: 46 years old (at the time of this posting)
- Idris Elba Wife: Sonya Hamlin (2006), Hanne Norgaard (1999 -2003)
- Idris Elba Height: 6ft 2in
- Idris Elba Net Worth: $20 Million, according to Celebrity Net Worth
- Idris Elba Children: Daughter's name is Isan (born in 2002), Son's name is Winston (born in 2014)
- Idris Elba Instagram: @idriselba

Find a Wedding DJ: Baltimore and Beyond!

If you're getting married (or hosting a corporate or social event), chances are you've been searching for a wedding dj or event dj. You're looking for a disc jockey that can rock your event whether you're searching locally in an area like Baltimore, MD or if you're looking more broadly like in all of Maryland. Now, we just picked Baltimore as an example but whether you're looking for a Baltimore wedding DJ or a deejay in another city, here are some helpful tips.

It's helpful to figure out if you're looking for famous Baltimore DJs, baltimore club DJs, or even a dj by name like DJ Sean J, DJ Quicksilver, or DJ Manny. Are you looking for people who teach dj classes in Baltimore or who perform at bars, clubs, and private events? Once you figure out what kind of DJ you're looking for, you'll be able to determine which DJs would be the best fit for your wedding or event.

Wedding DJ Baltimore

Wedding DJ in Baltimore

You'll also want to narrow your search for the best dj in Baltimore by deciding what kind of music you'd like to have. You'll want to think about music for your wedding ceremony and your reception. There's a lot to choose from, especially when picking specific songs for your first dance, wedding cake cutting and other important moments and wedding traditions.

Once you find a wedding deejay that you think fits your style and can perform the mix of music you're looking for, you'll want to get a contract to make sure everything is in writing. A good wedding dj should have plenty of reviews and carry a great reputation. Every wedding is different but a good DJ will be able to work with you to determine what you want specifically and how to work in your favorite music.

Now that you've chosen a baltimore dj for your wedding, you can start planning the music and timeline and other details. Make sure you check in with your deejay from time to time and update him or her with music changes, changes to the timeline, and other important things so the DJ can prepare for the big wedding day.

Since we're talking about baltimore specifically, we may as well share some great wedding venues that DJs in Baltimore will be used to. Accelerator Space, Baltimore Museum of Industry, American Visionary Art Museum, The Assembly Room, 1840s Plaza, The Belvedere, The Evergreen Museum, The Peabody Library are just a few we can mention. But do a good search in order to find the venue and the DJ that best suits you for your wedding. Oh, and when you find a baltimore wedding dj you're happy with, lock them down and enjoy!

When Should You Book Your Wedding DJ?

So, you're having a wedding, eh? Congrats! Now the fun starts, you get to plan everything from DJ to photographer to cake, and everything else. Since this probably isn't the 100th time you've planned a wedding, you might have some questions about things like how many tables you'll need, what color chargers to go with, and when to book your wedding DJ, caterer, florist, etc. We may not be able to help you with the rest, but we can sure help you with the when to book your wedding DJ.

The first thing to consider is how important the DJ is to you. With all things wedding-related, you've got to order things by importance. For example, are your table settings more important than the energy on the dance floor? Is having a photo booth more important than hiring a better DJ? Are more expensive table linens worth having less budget available for a lesser quality, or less experienced DJ? You've got to decide for yourself, but if you care at all about having a good time with your guests and having you memories be of a killer reception that was tons of fun, you'll put your DJ high on that list of important things.

We're going to assume that you care about having a good time at the wedding and making sure things go perfectly while you and your guests dance and celebrate all night. For this, you're going to want to shoot for a better DJ, one with the experience, the talent, and most importantly, one that understands exactly how to give you what you want while making sure everyone at the wedding (not just you) are having a great time. In order to do this, you're going to have to book early.

In short, you should be looking for your DJ as soon as you secure your date with your venue. The good DJs get booked up pretty quick (depending on your market) for certain popular dates. Once your DJ is booked, you can go about booking lot's of other stuff knowing that you've got the important things down, venue, dj, photography, etc. The good wedding DJs in Maryland get booked 10 months to 16 months in advance, and for popular dates are typically booked at least a year ahead. In other markets, things might be different but it will always be true that the good ones go fast.

DJ Remixes Cash Me Outside Girl and Cashes Himself Inside

By now, we all know the Cash Me Outside girl, Danielle Bregoli, from her appearance on the DR. Phil show. Her time on the show has lead to her 15 minutes of fame via one line she spewed while a guest on the show. Now, that moment has led straight to Internet memedom and for some unknown reason, potential reality show deals and other things. One smart music producer was able to capitalize on that and came up with a great remix including this line.

Photo from RollingStone.com

DJ Suede has been making music for a long time, but it's his newly viral remix that has given him the most attention. With over 18 Million views on YouTube alone, his remix has gone viral itself. So, give it a listen and decide for yourself, would you blast this in the car? In the club? In the shower?

Read more about DJ Suede and his success after remixing this viral phenomenon. Then, start producing trap beats and wait for the next meme.

DJ Breakdown: Wedding Party Introductions

There have been some epic wedding party introductions in the past, but whether you go all out and over the top or do a simple introduction, yours will be unique to you. So, just what goes into a wedding party introduction (called bridal party introductions in the past)? The wedding DJ announces names, sure! People enter a room, sure! Music typically plays, but what you do will be fully up to you. Here are a few samples of format for a wedding party introduction.

Photo by Live Picture Studios

The Whole Wedding Party

Most common practice is to introduce the whole wedding party. Typically bridesmaids and groomsmen are paired up and each pair is introduced together. This can either be just the bridesmaids and groomsmen or can include parents of the newlyweds and/or flower girls and ring bearers. Who you include is up to you, but this is the most traditional and most common introduction.

The Groups

With this version, you select a song for each of three groups. The first group is the parents of the newlyweds and they get their own song. The next group is the wedding party including a best man and maid of honor. The last group is made up of the newlyweds. Each group getting their own song to come out to. It's a fun way to mix things up.

Just The Couple

You may also opt to introduce only the couple that just got married. If there are too many people to introduce or you want to do things low key, it's still a good idea to have yourselves introduced into the reception. It's a time to be celebrated and it let's the wedding party and wedding guests know that things are about to turn up.

Which method is best?

There is no right answer here. Do whichever appeals to you most and consult with your wedding DJ, they should have so much experience with this that they can give some good recommendations. Whatever you do for your wedding party introductions... make sure it fits your style and that you have fun.

Cool Gifts and Accessories for DJs

Ever want to buy your favorite DJ a gift, you know, just to say thanks for killing it? Or maybe you have a DJ in the family... your brother a disc jockey? What about a cousin or friend from school? I know you've probably wanted to but maybe you just haven't pulled the trigger. Well, we're here to tell you that cool dj accessories as well as some pretty funny dj gifts do exist, and you can buy them.

Funny DJ Gifts

We all love gag gifts, right? Right! Giving funny gifts can be rewarding. Seeing the look on the receivers face when they get a present they're totally not expecting. Here's one funny gift for DJs specifically!

Here we have the DJ scratch pad for cats. Get it? Scratch pad?! Like, cause DJs scratch records. You get it! We'll here's an awesome turntable replica with a scratch pad (record) for your feline friend!

You can buy it here.

Cool DJ Accessories

DJs are always acquiring more gear, so here is a list of some cool dj accessories you can get as a gift for your favorite disc jockey.

• Collapsible gear cart [Buy here]
• Some great headphones [Buy here]
• Laptop stand [Buy here]
• Portable turntable [Buy here]

DJ Extras: Uplighting for your Wedding or Event

I'm sure you've heard the term, "the cherry on top." This term refers to the last piece or the finishing touch to something, just like a cherry on the top of an ice cream sundae would be. When it comes to weddings and events of all kinds, that finishing touch, that cherry on top, is uplighting, and your DJ can help you with that.

What is uplighting?

Uplighting simply refers to the lighting in a room that accents a wall or pillar or another structure either to highlight it or to add a hue to the room to coordinate with decor and contribute to overall ambiance and atmosphere. Here is an example:

Photo from Indianapolis Uplighting

Uplighting can be done in any number of colors, from red uplights, purple uplighting, green colored uplights, blues, amber colors and everything in between. They're usually rented on a per-light basis, meaning you can rent anywhere from 1 to a million, though most events likely fall somewhere between 10 and 30 lights.

What does uplighting cost?

Uplighting rental can range in price per provider, but let's use one Maryland wedding DJ company as an example. Their rates are $40 per uplight which for 10 lights would be $400 and for 20 lights would be $800 and so on. You'll also want to check with any company you choose to see if there is a setup or charge fee. The company we're using as an example has a $75 setup and charge fee which means they will charge the lights and set to your specific color and charge the batteries on the lights and setup and breakdown the lights at the end of your event. These setup and charge fees are sometimes waived so make sure to ask, it can't hurt.

Hopefully that gives a good idea of what to consider when looking into uplighting for your wedding or event. If it's in the budget it's a great way to enhance any gathering.