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Creative Mornings Celebrates Three Years In San Diego at Luce Loft

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San Diego DJ Justin Kanoya with Dana Jensen, one of the coordinators for the Creative Mornings San Diego third birthday party at Luce Loft. 

San Diego DJ Justin Kanoya with Dana Jensen, one of the coordinators for the Creative Mornings San Diego third birthday party at Luce Loft. 

On January 26, 2018, the San Diego chapter of Creative Mornings celebrated its 3 year anniversary with a bash at Luce Loft in downtown San Diego. Activities included custom screen prints, Snake Oil Cocktail Co. signature drinks and of course some good beats all around.

For the past three years, Creative Mornings has put together networking events in San Diego that have brought out inpiring guest speakers that present a wide range of topics.

Their website describes the events as “a monthly breakfast lecture series for creative types (including entrepreneurs, developers & crafters). The aim for Creative Mornings San Diego is to bring people from different creative disciplines together to launch more awesome into the world.”

Here’s a look at the setlist for the event.

  • Ja Rule, Jennifer Lopez - I'm Real (Select Mix Remix)
  • LL Cool J ft Boyz II Men - Hey Lover
  • Rihanna ft Drake - Work (Lost Kings Remix)
  • Cheat Codes ft Fetty Wap & CVBZ - Feels Great  
  • Lauv - I Like Me Better  
  • Duke Dumont f./Jax Jones - I Got U
  • Sam Feldt & Alex Schulz - Be My Lover  
  • Chachi & Paige - Land Down Under  
  • Will The Funkboss - Tomorrow's Music  
  • Lika Morgan - Hit Me  
  • Lika Morgan - Sweet Dreams
  • DJ Dan & WhiteNoize - Hey Ho  
  • Klingande - Pumped Up  
  • Chromeo - Old 45's
  • Groove Theory - Tell Me (Mayeda Remix)  
  • Angie Martinez ft Sacario & Lil Mo - If I Could Go
  • Taylor Swift vs Lauryn Hill - Blank Space (DJ Skillz Throwback Blend)
  • Lauryn Hill - Doo Wop (That Thing)
  • Drake - Fake Love (Caked Up Remix)  
  • Future ft Drake - Used To This (Instrumental)
  • Justin Bieber vs Aaliyah - Let Me Love You vs Rock The Boat
  • DJ Kool vs Notorious B.I.G. vs Drake - Hypnotize Motto (DjXCENTRiC Hype Intro)
  • G-Eazy & Kehlani - Good Life (Mr. Collipark Memorial Day Mix)  
  • N.E.R.D f./Rihanna - Lemon
  • Chainsmokers, Ashanti - Only U vs Roses (J. Espinosa Jumpoff Edit)
  • Blackstreet - No Diggity (Mayeda Twerk Remix)
  • Kygo ft Parson James - Stole The Show (TWRK & Doobious Remix)  
  • Duke Dumont - Ocean Drive
  • Softmal, Rey Vercosa & Avrupts - Sexsuality  
  • Daft Punk - Get Lucky (Pretty Pink Edit)
  • Klingande - Jubel
  • Coldplay - Clocks (Cristian Poow Nu Disco Remix)
  • Rihanna - Bitch Better Have My Money (PeteDown Future House Mix)  
  • Snakehips & MO - Don't Leave (Kue Remix)  
  • HAIM & BloodPop - Little Of Your Love (BloodPop Remix)  
  • Mr. Belt & Wezol ft Aevion - One More Day  
  • Lost Frequencies - What Is Love 2016  
  • Cheat Codes ft Demi Lovato - No Promises (Hook & Sling Remix)  
  • Ace Of Base - The Sign (Antoine Chambe Remix)  
  • Portugal. The Man - Feel It Still (Zhu Remix)  
  • Maroon 5 ft SZA - What Lovers Do (A-Trak Remix)  
  • Bruno Mars - 24k Magic (J Rythm All Gold Hype Intro)
  • Stevie Wonder - My Cherie Amour (Starting From Scratch)
  • V.I.C. - Wobble
  • Mark Morrison - Return Of The Mack
  • Jagged Edge - Where The Party At
  • Sia ft Sean Paul - Cheap Thrills (Mr. Collipark Remix)  
  • Destiny's Child - Jumpin' Jumpin' (Jean Tonique Remix)
  • Beyonce ft Jay-Z - Crazy In Love (Mayeda Remix)  
  • Drake ft. Lil Wayne - The Motto
  • Jess Glynne - Ain't Got Far To Go
  • Clean Bandit f./Sean Paul & Anne-Marie - Rockabye
  • Avicii f./Zac Brown Band - Broken Arrows
  • Next - Too Close (Andrew Masta & The Disco Punk Nu Disco Dance Edit)
  • Kanye West - Good Life
  • Luniz - I Got 5 On It (J.Rabbit Remix)
  • Naughty By Nature - Jamboree
  • Iggy Azalea - Fancy (Seize Where The Ladies At Edit)
  • Dr. Dre & Snoop Dogg - The Next Episode (San Holo Remix)  
  • Maxamillion - Sexual Healing
  • Toto - Africa
  • Kygo ft Justin Jesso - Stargazing  
  • Miley Cyrus f. Jay-Z - We Can't Stop (DJ Scooter Twerk Remix)
  • Childish Gambino - Redbone
  • Bay Ledges - Safe
  • Khalid f./Lil Wayne & Kehlani - Location
  • Zedd & Alessia Cara - Stay
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Fitbit Local San Diego January 2018 Takes Over The Bay Club

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Sheri Matthews Kimmel and Mike Sherbakov lead a Fitbit Local San Diego workout at the Bay Club.

Sheri Matthews Kimmel and Mike Sherbakov lead a Fitbit Local San Diego workout at the Bay Club.

Fitbit Local San Diego traveled to inland North County for January and took over the Bay Club in Carmel Valley. There was plenty of sweat during the boot camp style workout led by Sheri Matthews Kimmel and then a nice cool down with Mike Sherbakov.

As a nice treat for all those who attended, each were given a day pass to use the Bay Clubs amazing fitness facility. 

Here’s a look at the music selection for the morning. 

Arrivals

  • Daft Punk - Get Lucky (Pretty Pink Edit)
  • Chachi & Paige - Land Down Under  
  • Nora En Pure - Tears In Your Eyes  
  • Sam Feldt & Kimberly Anne - Show Me Love (EDX Remix)  
  • Duke Dumont f./Jax Jones - I Got U (Promo Only Intro Edit)
  • Daryl Hall & John Oates - I Can't Go For That (No Can Do) (Mennska Remix)
  • Chainsmokers ft ROES - Roses (Adam Foster Remix)  


Boot Camp Workout

  • Jennifer Lopez - Play
  • Janet Jackson - Alright  
  • Portugal. The Man - Feel It Still (Zhu Remix)  
  • Whitney Houston vs Chance The Rapper vs LOCZI - Dance With Somebody All Night (LOCZI Show Edit)
  • Charles J vs Avicii - Fresh Levels (Joly Petch & Dazz VIP Edit)  
  • Kygo ft Justin Jesso - Stargazing (Kahikko Remix)  
  • Ivan Jack - The Dock Of The Bay  
  • Bell Biv Devoe - Poison
  • Bruno Mars & Cardi B - Finesse (PO FRNKROK Remix)
  • Snap - I've Got The Power (Cazztek Remix)  
  • Marky Mark & The Funky Bunch - Good Vibrations (Select Mix Remix)
  • Nirvana vs TJR - Smells Like We Wanna Party (Da Brozz Mashup)  
  • PUMPA - Mi Gente (Soca Remix) (Quick Hit Clean)
  • Justin Timberlake ft Clipse - Like I Love You (NVOY Remix)  
  • Maroon 5 ft SZA - What Lovers Do (twoDB Remix)  
  • Dillon Francis & Kygo ft James Hersey - Coming Over (Tiesto Remix)  
  • Taylor Swift - Look What You Made Me Do (Alphalove Remix)  
  • Beyonce - Run The World (Ben Delaney Remix)  
  • Mart ft Casey - Heart Of Glass (Mart 2015 Edit)  
  • Jay-Z & UGK - Big Pimpin
  • X Ambassadors - Unsteady (Stash Konig Remix)  


Yoga

  • Le Flex - La Ritournelle
  • DJ Taz Rashid - At Home
  • Kygo f./Ellie Goulding - First Time
  • Dewey Dellay - Yoga Peace
  • Michelle Qureshi - Shivasana (Original Mix)
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Pacific Marine Credit Union’s End of Year Party at Cape Rey Carlsbad

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Pacific Marine Credit Union celebrated at the Cape Rey resort in Carlsbad. Uplighting in the room added to the design of the Mardis Gras theme.

Pacific Marine Credit Union celebrated at the Cape Rey resort in Carlsbad. Uplighting in the room added to the design of the Mardis Gras theme.

Back again with the employees of Pacific Marine Credit Union for their annual holiday party. This years theme was Mardis Gras. This give me a the chance to spin some New Orleans Jazz as well as local San Diego band, Euphoria Brass Band.

After a cocktail and dinner hour of jazz, it was time to turn things up on the dance floor with a mix of new and old school jams. The slow motion video booth was set up as well, and the PMCU employees never dissapoint.
 

And here’s a look at the setlist for the night.

Cocktail Hour

  • Euphoria Brass Band - Big Chief
  • Euphoria Brass Band - EBB & Flow
  • Bobby Darin - Beyond The Sea
  • Euphoria Brass Band - Big Chief
  • Louis Prima - Jump Jive and Wail
  • Euphoria Brass Band - Palm Court Strut
  • Euphoria Brass Band - EBB & Flow
  • Euphoria Brass Band - Sazerac
  • Euphoria Brass Band - Mardi Gras in New Orleans
  • Michael Buble - Sway
  • Euphoria Brass Band - Palm Court Strut
  • Euphoria Brass Band - Bone Temps
  • Euphoria Brass Band - Palm Court Strut
  • Euphoria Brass Band - Absinthe Minded
  • Jive Bunny and the Mixmasters - Glenn Miller Medley
  • Louis Prima - Jump Jive and Wail
  • Euphoria Brass Band - Mardi Gras in New Orleans
  • Louis Prima - Jump Jive an Wail
  • Euphoria Brass Band - Palm Court Strut
  • Euphoria Brass Band - Beignets & Bourbon
  • Robert Palmer - Every Kinda People (Joey Negro Multicultural Multitrack Mix)
  • Chainsmokers, Ashanti - Only U vs Roses (J. Espinosa Jumpoff Edit)
  • S.W.V. - Right Here (Human Nature Duet) [Select Mix Remix]
  • En Vogue - Hold On (Select Mix Remix)
  • Carl Carlton - She's a Bad Mamma Jamma
  • The Emotions - Best Of My Love
  • Lionel Richie - All Night Long (Select Mix Quick Trax)
  • Maroon 5 ft SZA - What Lovers Do (A-Trak Remix)  (Radio Edit)
  • Stevie Wonder - Signed, Sealed, Delivered I'm Yours
  • Prince - I Wanna Be Your Lover
  • Bruno Mars - Treasure (Radio Edit)
  • Mariah Carey - Emotions (Select Mix Remix)
  • The Spinners - I'll Be Around (70s Classics)  
  • Jason Derulo - Kiss The Sky
  • Snakehips & MO - Don't Leave (Throttle Remix Full Radio Edit)
  • Mr. Belt & Wezol ft Aevion - One More Day  
  • James Brown - Soul Power
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Open Dancing

  • Al Green - Let's Stay Together
  • Bruno Mars - That's What I Like
  • Cupid - Cupid Shuffle
  • Usher - Yeah
  • J Balvin & Willy William - Mi Gente
  • Destiny's Child - Jumpin' Jumpin' (Jean Tonique Remix)
  • Nicki Minaj ft Drake - Truffle Butter (Jester Remix)  
  • Montell Jordan - This Is How We Do It
  • Bruno Mars - 24k Magic (Rock It Scientists Hype Edit) (Dynamiq Cutdown)
  • Stevie Wonder - My Cherie Amour (Starting From Scratch)
  • Calvin Harris ft Pharrell Williams, Katy Perry & Big Sean - Feels (Fabian EWF Mix)
  • House of Pain - Old School Jump Off
  • Flo Rida - Low
  • Salt N Pepa - Push It (Mayeda Remix)
  • Technotronic - Pump Up The Jam (Luca Lush Remix)  
  • Marky Mark & The Funky Bunch - Good Vibrations (Select Mix Remix)
  • Whitney Houston - I Wanna Dance With Somebody
  • Bell Biv Devoe - Poison
  • LL Cool J - Around The Way Girl (Untouchables Remix)
  • Griffith, Marcia - Electric Boogie
  • Elvis Crespo - Suavemente
  • Nicky Jam - Hasta El Amanecer
  • Pitbull f./Osmani Garcia & Lil Jon - Taxi
  • Chaka Demus & Pliers - Murder She Wrote
  • Kanye West - Good Life
  • 50 Cent - In Da Club
  • Notorious B.I.G. - Hypnotize
  • Dr. Dre - Next Episode
  • Next - Too Close
  • Nelly - Ride Wit Me
  • Luis Fonsi & Daddy Yankee f./Justin Bieber - Despacito (Remix)
  • Rihanna, Drake - Work (Select Mix Remix)
  • DJ Khaled f./Rihanna & Bryson Tiller - Wild Thoughts
  • Miley Cyrus f. Jay-Z - We Can't Stop (DJ Scooter Twerk Remix)
  • Miley Cyrus - Party In The U.S.A.
  • Journey - Don't Stop Believin' (Live)
  • Marvin Gaye - Let's Get It On
  • Backstreet Boys - I Want it That Way
  • Justin Timberlake - Can't Stop The Feeling!
  • Mark Ronson, Bruno Mars - Uptown Funk (Select Mix Remix)
  • Daddy Yankee - Gasolina

How To Replace The Crossfader on an MC4000 With an Innofader

San Diego DJ, Justin Kanoya, shares his tips on replacing the stock crossfader on a Denon MC4000 with a Mini Innofader Plus.

San Diego DJ, Justin Kanoya, shares his tips on replacing the stock crossfader on a Denon MC4000 with a Mini Innofader Plus.

While I love my Denon MC4000 controller, it has a major drawback; parts are not user replaceable. That means if you need something replaced there are two options … go through Denon’s repair process or do it yo’ self.

The former, while probably the safest bet, is also one that takes the most time. It also wasn’t the most reliable, as I tried to set up service tickets with Denon on two occasions to no avail. This might have been an unfortunate coincidence for me, but I’ve been hearing reports of others also not getting the best responses from Denon Support.

As a result, I went with the latter option. Since I use my MC4000 weekly and I did not want to rely on an alternate set-up option.

So what exactly did I D.I.Y.? A few months after using the controller, the crossfader was damaged. This was likely due to the glide shelf on the Odyssey case I was using. The stem of the crossfader was bent, wobbly and if not treated with kid gloves was destined to break off.

I had heard of others swapping the stock crossfader on other Denon controllers -- mostly the MC6000 -- with an Innofader. I have heard great reviews on Innofaders and decided to try my hand at an unauthorized, warranty voiding repair.

Scary? Yes! But in the end, the process was pretty simple. And I’m here to provide information on the steps it takes to swap out the MC4000 crossfader. For me it was a bit stressful because I was going in pretty blind.

The Mini Innofader Plus is the perfect crossfader install into a Denon MC4000.

But with this info, it does not need to be stressful for you. Scroll to the bottom for step-by-step video I put together. 

Here we go!

Tools needed

  • Phillips head screwdriver
  • Hex head screwdriver
  • Pliers
  • Soft cloth
  • Blocks (or anything to place on jog wheels to elevate the controller)


Innofader Model Needed
Mini Innofader Plus (thanks to Elliot for advising on the proper model)

Step-by-Step

Step One
Remove all knobs and faders. You will be removing the faceplate and this (in addition to removing screws) is the only way to do that.

I recommend a soft cloth, small towel, etc. and pliers for this. Wrap the cloth around the knob/fader, then with the pliers pull straight up. Don’t squeeze too hard, just enough to get a firm grip.

You can do this without tools, but some knobs are more difficult to remove than others. Also when you are doing this repeatedly several times (there are a lot of knobs) there’s a little fatigue with the fingers.

Step Two
Remove hex head screws that keep the faceplate in place. These will be found on the top and front of the controller.

Remove the nuts and washers holding the front panel knobs/jacks in place. These are the knobs/jacks for the mic controls, cue volume and headphone jacks.

Flip the controller over. This is where I would recommend placing the jog wheels on a block (such as a yoga block or a 2x4). This will keep all of the fader stems and knobs off your tables surface.

Once flipped over, unscrew all of the Phillips head screwdrivers that hold the bottom panel in place.

Do not remove any of the back panel screws as there is no need to disassemble that part.

Step Three
Remove the bottom panel. You will now be looking at the bottom side of the MC4000. Before flipping it back over to remove the faceplate, you will need to unseat three circuit boards.

  • Mic volume knobs
  • Cue volume knobs
  • Headphone jacks.

Removing these three circuit boards, held in place by small screws, is necessary to lift off the MC4000s faceplate and gain access to the crossfader. 

These boards are individually held in place with small Phillips head screws. Once those screws are removed, you can pull the boards out, freeing them from the front panel holes.

Once this is completed, place the bottom panel back on. I replaced a few of the screws to secure the bottom panel better when I flipped the controller back over to remove the faceplate.

With the controller now facing up, lift the faceplate straight up and off. You now have access to the crossfader.

Step Four
The crossfader is held in place with a bracket and two screws. Just unscrew and when lifted out, there is some wiring that will need to be disconnected. A simple tug on the cable will “unplug” from the unit.

The Innofader, which is compatible with various DJ mixers and controllers, comes with a variety of cables. It also is packaged with various mounting brackets. However, I removed the one from the old crossfader and put it on the Innofader.

Select the appropriate cable that matches with what is needed to connect back to the MC4000, attach the mounting bracket and screw the entire assembly into place.

Follow along with the Innofader instructions to calibrate your new crossfader and once everything is ood to go, it’s time to put everything back together

First I put the faceplate back on and replaced the hex screws. I then flipped it back over, reseated thecircuit boards and then replaced the bottom screws, front panel knobs nuts and washers and lastly the knobs and faders.

If you can use a screwdriver, you can do this. The hardest part is keeping all of the screws organized, I recommend getting several small bowls and some scraps of paper to label and organize them that way.

When you’re done, you’ll have an awesome and most importantly, super durable crossfader. 

Questions on the process? Leave them in the comments, or email me directly: justin@djkanoya.com

The Mini Innofader Plus is “contactless.” It hovers above the surface of the mixer, allowing for smooth and fast cuts.

MC4000 crossfader step-by-step replacement video

I also referenced this MC6000 crossfader replacement video as a guide. As well as this one. 

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Kate and Brittany’s Winery Wedding Celebration

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Kate and Brittany were married on December 30, 2017 at Solterra Winery and Kitchen.

Kate and Brittany were married on December 30, 2017 at Solterra Winery and Kitchen.

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The 2017 event season closed out in fine fashion with Kate and Brittany’s wedding, a small gathering of their closest family and friend on December 30, 2017. It took place at Solterra Winery and Kitchen, located in Leucadia, California.

Kate and Brittany are friends of mine, and in fact, Kate and I were discussing how she might be the leader in San Diego for most DJ Kanoya events attended. Between fitness events and other weddings, she’s been at a large handful.

But this event was the most important and turned into a wonderful celebration of love. From high energy dances, to Wilson Phillips sing alongs, I had as much fun as their guests.

Here’s a look at the setlist.

Dinner

  • Chachi & Paige - Land Down Under
  • Mr. Belt & Wezol ft Aevion - One More Day  
  • Christopher Cross - Ride Like The Wind (Joey Negro Extended Disco Mix)
  • Chris Malinchak - If U Got It
  • Lika Morgan - Sweet Dreams
  • Chris Malinchak - Wonderful
  • Solange - Cranes In The Sky
  • LP - Lost On You
  • HAIM - Want You Back
  • Gavin DeGraw - Chariot
  • Prince - I Wanna Be Your Lover
  • Stevie Wonder - Knocks Me off My Feet (DJ Joey C Edit)
  • The Temptations - Just My Imagination (Running Away With Me)
  • Mariah Carey - We Belong Together
  • Lauv - I Like Me Better
  • Rihanna - I Hate That I Love You
  • Chromeo - Old 45's
  • Maroon 5 ft SZA - What Lovers Do (Slushii Remix)  
  • Craig David ft Mos Def - 7 Days (DJ Premier Remix)
  • Groove Theory - Tell Me (Mayeda Remix)  
  • LL Cool J - Around The Way Girl (Untouchables Remix)
  • Chaka Khan - Ain't Nobody (Hot Classics Remix)
  • Robbie Nevil - C'est La Vie (Select Mix Remix)
  • Starley - Call On Me (Ryan Riback Remix)
  • Charming Horses feat. Grace Grundy - Higher Love
  • Palm Trees - Casanova
  • Stevie Wonder - Isn't She Lovely
  • Jess Glynne - Ain't Got Far To Go
  • Daya - Sit Still, Look Pretty
  • Sia f./Sean Paul - Cheap Thrills
  • Mike Perry f./hy Martin - The Ocean
  • The Supremes - You Can't Hurry Love


Open Dancing

  • Frank Sinatra - The Way You Look Tonight
  • Al Green - Let's Stay Together
  • Marvin Gaye - Got To Give It Up
  • Earth, Wind & Fire - Sing A Song (Hot Classics Remix)
  • Marvin Gaye - How Sweet It Is
  • She & Him - I Was Made For You
  • The Supremes - Come See About Me
  • Stevie Ray Vaughn - Pride and Joy
  • Rolling Stones - Honky Tonk Woman
  • Van Morrison - Moondance
  • Bob Seger - Old Time Rock & Roll
  • Joan Osborne - Heat Wave
  • K.C. & the Sunshine Band - Boogie Shoes
  • Michael Jackson - Billie Jean
  • Justin Timberlake - Can't Stop The Feeling (Select Mix Remix)
  • Mark Ronson, Bruno Mars - Uptown Funk (Select Mix Remix)
  • Boyz II Men - Motownphilly
  • Bell Biv Devoe - Poison
  • Mariah Carey - Emotions (Select Mix Remix)
  • Paula Abdul - Forever Your Girl
  • Paula Abdul - Opposites Attract
  • Wilson Phillips - Hold On
  • Usher - Yeah
  • Party Break - Montel Party Break
  • Nicki Minaj ft Drake - Truffle Butter (Jester Remix)  
  • Bruno Mars - 24k Magic (J Rythm All Gold Hype Intro)
  • Maroon 5 ft SZA - What Lovers Do (A-Trak Remix)  
  • Juvenile - Back That Azz Up (Fraze Remix)  
  • Destiny's Child - Jumpin' Jumpin' (Jean Tonique Remix)
  • Kanye West - Good Life
  • Luniz - I Got 5 On It
  • Notorious B.I.G. - Big Poppa
  • 50 Cent - In Da Club
  • Nelly - Ride Wit Me
  • Ice Cube - Check Yo Self
  • Next - Too Close
  • Backstreet Boys - I Want it That Way
  • Rihanna - We Found Love
  • Salt N Pepa - Push It (Mayeda Remix)
  • Kesha  - Die Young (PeteDown Acapella Out)
  • Flo Rida - I Cry
  • Icona Pop - I Love It (Select Mix Remix)
  • Softmal, Rey Vercosa & Avrupts - Sexsuality  
  • Whitney Houston - How Will I Know (Select Mix Remix)
  • New Order - Bizarre Love Triangle
  • Marvin Gaye - Let's Get It On
  • 4 Non Blondes - What's Up
  • Oasis - Wonderwall
  • Sublime - Santeria (Select Mix Remix)
  • Dr. Dre - Nuthin' But A G Thang
  • Dr Dre ft Snoop Dogg, Kurup & Nate Dogg - The Next Episode
  • Paperboy - Ditty
  • Ace of Base - The Sign
  • Journey - Don't Stop Believin' (Live)
  • Maroon 5 - Sunday Morning
  • Walk The Moon - Shut Up And Dance


Last Dance
Ray Lamontagne - You Are The Best Thing

Vendor Team
DJ/Master of Ceremonies/Uplighting: Justin Kanoya, DJ Kanoya Productions
Venue and Catering: Solterra Winery and Kitchen
Photographer: Hale Production Studios