Behind the Booth
Real articles from 15+ years behind the decks — wedding first-dance guides, runway soundtracks with ZZAZZ Productions, and recaps from the biggest rooms in the country.
From timeless classics to 2026's trending picks, DJ Akib breaks down the songs couples are actually dancing to this year — and shares how to pick the one that sounds like you.
Chicago's premier emerging-designer showcase at Hotel 55 — student innovation, award-winning collections, and an electrifying soundtrack curated by DJ Akib alongside ZZAZZ Productions.
The Peninsula Chicago transformed into a sanctuary of style — high-end couture, $67,000 raised for breast-health screenings, and a high-octane runway soundtrack from DJ Akib.
A nautical-themed gala at Rockwell on the River: 30+ Chicago chefs and mixologists, hospitality-scholarship fundraising, and a headline set by DJ Akib.
The seven essentials — experience, music versatility, emcee skills, backup gear, transparent contracts, chemistry, and real reviews — that separate great wedding DJs from the rest.
Guide
Behind the decks at a legendary Chicago wedding after-party: an orchestra-led reception that rolled straight into an EDM-style late-night club vibe, featured on PartySlate.
Runway tunes for a great cause — wine tasting, designer pop-ups, auctions, and an embedded video recap, all benefiting Bridge Communities and 100+ families facing homelessness.
A star-studded black-tie gala at Navy Pier with Chicago attorneys and civic leaders — nonstop music from DJ Akib & DJ JFade ('My Girl' to 'La Chona') benefiting law-student scholarships.
A four-day Vegas leadership retreat — welcome reception at Resorts World, AYU Dayclub pool party, Zouk Nightclub sets with The Chainsmokers, and a rooftop closing party until 2 a.m.
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