About Us
Hi, I’m Deano — Professional DJ with 30+ Years of Experience
Welcome to The SoundMan DJ Services, proudly serving the Okanagan since 1995.
For over three decades, I’ve had the privilege of DJing thousands of events across hundreds of venues, helping couples and organizations create unforgettable moments.
I don’t just play music — I manage the energy, flow, and experience of your entire event.
From elegant weddings to polished corporate events and high-energy celebrations, my approach is simple:
Professional, personalized, and stress-free.
A Little About Me
On a personal note, I’m a proud father of five amazing humans, father-in-law to three brilliant young adults, and a very proud grandpa of four.
Family, connection, and meaningful moments matter to me — and that mindset carries into every event I DJ.
What Makes The SoundMan Different
With 30+ years of experience, The SoundMan delivers professional DJ services with a personal touch. You get premium sound, polished MC skills, and a DJ who truly understands how to read the room and keep the energy alive.
Experience That Shows — Not Just Tells
Anyone can play songs. Very few DJs understand timing, crowd psychology, and event flow the way decades of real-world experience provides.
With 30+ years behind the decks, I know how to:
- Read the room in real time
- Adjust seamlessly to timelines and surprises
- Keep guests engaged from start to finish
- Protect the most important moments of your day
Personally DJ’d. Every Time.
When you book The SoundMan, you work directly with me — no subcontractors, no hand-offs, no uncertainty.
From planning to the final song:
- I help you design the music and timeline
- I manage announcements and transitions as MC
- I deliver a polished, professional performance
You’ll always know who’s showing up — and that matters.
All-Inclusive, Stress-Free Service
My services are designed to simplify planning and eliminate surprises.
What’s Included:
- Full-day coverage for weddings and events
- Professional MC services
- Ceremony, cocktail, dinner & reception music
- Premium digital sound system
- Intelligent lighting & uplighting
- Wireless microphones for vows and speeches
- Custom planning app for music & timelines
- Independent power for outdoor ceremonies
Everything works together — smoothly and reliably.
Music for Every Generation
Weddings and events bring together people of all ages and tastes.
That’s where experience really counts.
With access to 83+ million songs and a deep understanding of crowd dynamics, I create playlists that:
- Respect your personal music choices
- Keep all age groups engaged
- Build energy naturally throughout the night
The result? A packed dance floor and happy guests.
Trusted by Couples & Companies Alike
Over the years, I’ve earned 26+ five-star reviews by doing one thing consistently:
showing up prepared, calm, and professional.
Clients value:
- Clear communication
- Reliability
- Flexibility when plans change
- A DJ who truly cares about the outcome
That trust is something I never take lightly.
Professional DJ & Event MC
Let’s Create Something Unforgettable
Our Experience Is Your Advantage
Hear what our incredible customers have to say!
Posted on Gla VivancosTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. DJ Dean the SoundMan was amazing. He worked with us closely with his user-friendly App which describes all the steps clearly. This way we could choose all the songs we wanted at our wedding from the ceramony to the party. We loved his energy and the added value he gave to our special day. I would definitely hire him again for another event. Thank you for everything Dean!Posted on Tony WilesTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. If you're looking for someone who can read a crowd and play the perfect mix of music that gets everyone on the dance floor.....Dean is the guy! Great communication, professional, organized and thoughtful. There was so much going on at our wedding and my wife and I were going in all directions. Dean took us outside of the venue and told us to take a deep breath, he gave my wife his jacket and said take a breather for five minutes and I will come back and get you guys. (Perfect timing) This guy is pretty amazing. He simply gets it. Thanks Dean! 10/10...5 Stars all the way!Posted on Elias PreissTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Dean did an absolutely amazing job at our wedding! Not only was he our DJ, but he was also our MC — and he did an incredible job on both fronts. He kept the night flowing smoothly, made all the important announcements, and brought great energy to the mic without ever overdoing it. As a DJ, he read the crowd perfectly and kept the dance floor alive with fun, engaging music all night long. One of the best parts was that he even played Russian music for our Russian-German family — they absolutely loved it, and it added such a personal touch to the evening. We couldn’t be happier and would 100% recommend The SoundMan to anyone planning a wedding or event. Super professional, flexible, and just an all-around great experience!Posted on Kevin LowTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Incredible Wedding DJ. Catered to every need and gave feedback that favoured our wedding whenever possible. Did a great job of the ceremony and dance floor! Would 100-% recommend.Posted on Zachary KesslerTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Did such a good job at our weddingPosted on Sharon BulgerTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Hand down amazing! Dean joined us for the only downpour day in the Okanagan this summer and was so great about jumping on board to help re-gig plans to make it the best day for the bride and groom, despite the rain. Dean was engaging, helpful, fun and kept the party going. The guests loved him and the dance floor was packed all night long. Leading up to the day of, Dean was responsive and friendly. He was able to accommodate a last minute addition to the timeline - a surprise dance for the couple - without issue. His app was easy to use. I would highly recommend The Soundman DJ Services and hope to work with him again in the future!Posted on Colin AdamsTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Dean the soundman was an absolute treat to have DJ our wedding. He played all the songs we requested and was on time with all the queues! He joined in on the mic and made some jokes too which got the crowd laughing. He played any song he requested and even took pictures for us! I highly recommend using him for any event you are having! Thanks for the fun times and the laughs.Posted on Melvin MannTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Dean (The Soundman) is awesome! I’ve been lucky enough to attend an event DJ’d by him and he made the night infinitely better! I can not recommend him enough. He really cares about the experience of attendees and creates a memorable experience.Posted on Connor and Claire MitchellTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Dean Dj’d our wedding and was super professional and personable! He has a wicked set up and played our favourite songs!