I started DJing part-time back in 1989 the summer after graduating High School. I began working at a local night club running lights & sound with a close friend. Later this would lead to me learning how to spin records and Emcee contests.

In the early 90’s I continued my DJ career in the coastal towns of NC studying radio through a local station. I later landed a job in a big club in Raleigh, NC where I had the opportunity to work with tons of regional cover bands and several famous National Acts such as Motley Crue, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Molly Hatchet, The Smithereens, Clarence Carter, and many more…

During the late 90’s I moved to South Carolina to pursue a career in Real Estate and selling timeshare but found myself going back to what I loved the most which were DJing. In the early 2000’s I began picking up more and more jobs in the private industry such as birthdays, school dances, corporate parties, and finally weddings. I decided to form Coastal DJ & Video in early 2007.

Today the company employs over 10 DJs that work nearly every weekend rocking parties all up and down the East Coast from The Outer Banks to Wilmington, NC.

When I’m not working, I enjoy spending time with my Mom and other family members doing fun things outside. We enjoy exploring new places and historic sites downtown. I also love creating music playlists and making mixes in my spare time.

I took a huge liking to music at a very early age. I  grew up listening to disco, Motown, and 70’s classic rock from the music that my parents listened to.  I got the itch to start DJing in the late ’80s from a local club DJ who was an excellent Emcee and had a very outgoing personality. I later became friends with another DJ that moved from Raleigh to the beach where he and I started working together at a local club. 

I got into weddings after DJing in clubs and bars for years and having learned the music from playing in various settings which gave me the ability to play at weddings. I also learned how to speak on a microphone from the very beginning of my DJ career which allowed me to make the announcements needed at a wedding.

Most liked Genres: 70’s & 80’s Rock, 90’s Hip Hop, 2000’s Dance

Dance Floor Favorites: Michael Jackson, Usher, Montell Jordan, Earth, Wind & Fire

How I Train All DJs:

• I train my DJs now under the same elements and rule as I received when I started out as a DJ. Helping each new DJ learn the gear and how to operate each piece of equipment first. 
• Working with each DJ to help them learn the different genres of music and what to play during each part of the event. 
• Showing DJs how to effectively beat mix music to make each transition of songs seamless and impactful. 
• Learning how to use and speak on a microphone properly.  
• How to interact with clients before, during, and after each event. 
• How to work with other vendors to ensure they love working with us and continue to refer to our company.

“George was very flexible and made our wedding reception that much more special! I would recommend Coastal DJ & Video to anyone! Thank you again!” – Anthony Bango