For music, Josh maintains relationships with the same companies that provides music to major radio stations.  80 newly released songs a month are added to his library of music that already exceeds 30,000 songs! Josh additionally edits songs to ensure his policy remains true.

Below is a list of Frequently Asked Questions related to the services provided by Josh Yawn.  For more information on Josh's television career, please go back to the main section of joshyawn.com.

What are your prices?
My prices are not done by the hour like many other services.  Each event is unique, and so is each quote.  The price for your event depends on your needs and only your needs.  Remember, quality isn't expensive -- it's priceless!

What will my personal appearance be like? 
Neat, clean and professional. I believe in looking like I’m supposed to at your event as the entertainer, and will fit the theme of your event.

Are there any travel fees? 
Not usually, but outside of a reasonable distance, travel and lodging might be required.

Are there any set up fees? 
Absolutely not! I do not hide extra fees in setup.

Is there an extra charge for a wireless mic? 
No, there are two on-hand at every event. 

Can you provide recent references? 
Certainly, just ask. You’ll find that most of my references are repeat customers from many years association.

Can I see you set up at an event during the performance? 
No, but in all fairness, I cannot invite anyone to your party either. If you’d like to see my system or peruse my music, we can set up an appointment for that.

Do you use professional sound equipment? 
Yes, I do. My system is tested and checked in my shop prior to each event to ensure proper functionality.  For more information on the gear I use, feel free to view the equipment page. 

Do you bring a full back up system “just in case”?
Not usually, My system is designed and selected for years of continuous use, day-in and day-out. Also, there is a certain amount of redundancy inherent to the equipment I use. If a DJ is worried about whether or not his system can work for a few hours in a row, he needs better quality equipment! If my car wouldn’t run for that long, I’d certainly get a different car, wouldn’t you? However, I do have back-up equipment available.  To date, I have never had a piece of equipment fail.

If you get sick, who will be my DJ? 
It’s an unprecedented occurrence. I have never missed an event. Should such an event occur, I have relationships with many of the services in the area and we all assist each other in times of emergency.

How many songs do I bring to your event? 
I bring over 30,000 legally acquired songs to your event.  If there are songs you want to make sure I have in advance, you are more than welcome to do so.  If I do not have them, I will do everything in my power to legally acquire it. 

Will you take requests? 
Yes. I encourage you and your guests to come up and request your favorite songs, I will do whatever I can to find something to satisfy. All requests will be reviewed and played when they fit into the mix. If you don’t hear it right away, be patient, it’s probably coming up soon. I pride myself on always playing what is appropriate to your event. I realize that there are many songs out there with questionable lyrics, and I have gone to great lengths to ensure that the versions of the songs I carry 100% profanity-free.  However, I reserve the right to final discretionary authorization for any music that is played at any event I entertain. That is your guarantee of quality.

What makes me the right choice to DJ your Event? 
I have many years of experience and the maturity to handle unexpected situations calmly and with decorum. I have more diverse experience than any other DJ in the area due to my experience not only as a DJ, but as a host and music composer for television.  These skills are applied to your event

Will you take breaks? 
Of course not, who wants to take a break from the fun?

Will you drink and smoke at my event? 
No, I do not drink or smoke period, whether performing or not performing. Statistics show that, on average, I am responsible for 80% of the success of your event, I take that seriously. Using the average four-hour Wedding Reception as an example; Dinner is over in about a half-hour. The Cake is over in ten minutes or less. The other traditional formalities take another twenty minutes or so, leaving about three hours for me to keep your guests happy and at the party so as not to waste the money you’ve already spent.

Will you play overtime? 
Taking your show into “extra innings” involves a couple of things, first and foremost; does your event location allow you to stay longer or are there restrictions? Secondly, I will only accept the authorization of the person who hired me and signed my contract to go beyond our set time limits, this protects you from someone incurring charges that you will be responsible for, (many venues charge more to stay later).

How many times will you meet with me and will you offer suggestions to make my event special? 
I will meet with you as many times as is necessary to assure a successful event; usually most questions can be handled through emails and phone calls. I am available to you for anything you need to discuss. I am a member of ProDJ.com and have input from thousands of DJ’s around the world to help me with ideas and suggestions.

What professional training do you have in emceeing; sound reinforcement, and other event coordinating experience? 
I work in television in addition to DJing, one of these positions being as an emcee.  I hosted the prestigious reunion of the television show You Can't Do That on Television in Ottawa, Canada and have emceed corporate events, talent shows and fashion shows.  I have been around sound reinforcement my entire life, starting with my father's own sound systems with his Christian music ministry.  I know the equipment like the back of my hand and often provide technical support to others.  I have helped plan many of the events I've worked on, including additional work on the previously mentioned project in Canada.

This FAQ was originally compiled by DJ Ken Heath, with modifications made by Josh Yawn to fit his services.  Used with permission.