"If you're looking for a DJ who understands your audience, motivates a party like none other, and leaves people feeling as if they've had the time of their lives, then you've found your man with John Strandberg." -- Caren Lobo Read more praise for DJ by CJ

With more than 18 years' experience as a professional DJ and 1000 events in his repertoire, John has earned a reputation throughout the Tampa Bay and Orlando areas as the go-to guy for creating fun, unforgettable events. John's extensive musical background gives him the edge over other DJs. As a professional drummer, John worked for years performing both on stage and in the recording studio. He has a comprehensive understanding of music, its effect on your guests and, more importantly, how it can make or break your event.

Noriel Castro has over 18 years event experience and event planning. He has worked for the last 10 years as a DJ working exclusively with John Strandberg, Owner of DJ by CJ. His professional demeanor and attention to detail, has played a major role helping DJ by CJ to be the premiere mobile DJ Company in the Tampa Bay area.

Nick is a self taught musician in multiple instruments and with his passion for music, he wanted to take his skills to the next level and perform in a live setting. Nearly five years ago he bought his first DJ controller to venture into a new side of music. He began his journey as a DJ with ties not only in the banquet industry, but the nightlife industry as well. He fine tuned his style to deliver a one-of-a-kind event that caters directly to the specific wants and needs of the guests. Nick is a Master at keeping your guests engaged and he will keep them laughing and smiling the entire time. Nick is also very patient and will help you eliminate any concerns through the stress of planning your big day from start to finish. Since Nick has made it to the top of his game, he has had one goal in mind for all of his clients...to "Make Sound Memories!"

Darby is a natural host and a pro at connecting your guests with the music they love. His career in music began in the late 90's at Ohio State as a Fraternity & Sorority DJ. From ballroom dance classes and the 1990's swing dance revival to lighting design at the hottest dance clubs, Darby was mixing it up both on the dance floor and behind the DJ booth. For more than 15 years, he's emceed and DJ'd at weddings, corporate parties, and every kind of event from Columbus, OH to Baltimore, MD, Louisville, KY, Pittsburgh, PA all the way to Tampa, FL. Darby's unique high-energy mixing ability and charisma as a host will have your dance floor packed and everyone smiling at your event.

Steven Maldonado, also know as DJ Malado, is one of Central Florida's best DJs. As the newest team member, Steven has over ten years of experience in the entertainment industry and has been a DJ for clients such as The Seminole Hard Rock & Casino to some of the premier night clubs in Florida. Currently he DJs for on the pro street team for 93.3FLZ and mix100.7 Tampa's Hottest Radio Stations. His amazing art and skills on the turntables will impress your guests and his professionalism and attention to detail is above and beyond your expectations that will leave your guests wanting more. With his record of successful weddings and social events in the Tampa Bay, Lakeland and surrounding areas in Central Florida, Steven is a great addition to the DJ by CJ team and with his experience and skills he helps make DJ by CJ the best all-around team of DJs in the Tampa Bay area.

A recent University of South Florida graduate, Dalton is an accomplished professional water skier of 8 years, who has performed in acrobatic shows in front of massive audiences put on by major attractions such as the Tommy Bartlett Show, The Cypress Gardens Ski Show, and The SeaWorld Waterski Show. When he wasn't skiing, Dalton put most of his time into another passion - music. Dalton's DJ career began as a hobby. Using just a small digital mixer and a laptop, Dalton would DJ for friends at various events such as birthdays, graduation parties, and house parties. Less than a year after Dalton began posting his DJ mixes online he was offered a chance to play a live DJ set at a nightclub in Tampa, at which he earned the opportunity to be a regular weekly guest DJ for three separate nightclubs. 2 years later as his college graduation grew near, Dalton began the transition away from the sporadic, late-night, club scene and he looked to use his skills and passion to making lasting memories for all. Joining "DJ by CJ" in early 2013, Dalton has transitioned effortlessly into the wedding entertainment industry. Dalton's talent as a precision DJ and emcee, as well as his focus on perfection has made him a valuable member of team "DJ by CJ".