A Trendsetter Among Wedding DJs in New York City

Meet Adam Subtract’em, a Passionate Music Curator Dedicated to Elevating Every Celebration with His Unique Style and Expertise

Over the past 15 years, Adam Subtract'em has proven himself one of the most trusted special event and high-end wedding DJs in New York City and internationally, having won worldwide recognition for providing one-of-a-kind DJ sets to a myriad of events that include upscale weddings, fashion and runway shows, luxury soirées, TV and film productions, and nightlife performances that leave lasting impressions. His accomplished portfolio includes celebrity clientele and recognizable names such as Vogue, Cartier, Versace, and Prada. With his high-level experience, Adam has picked up a thing or two about how to move a choosy audience.

Having made a name for himself in the NYC club scene, Adam has dialed in his focus on creating exclusive once-in-a-lifetime experiences in the world of luxury weddings and high-end private events, drawing audiences together and uniting souls on the dance floor.

One of the Most Highly Respected Wedding DJs in New York City

Recognizing early on that the heavily saturated market for wedding DJs in New York City was occupied by innumerable wedding DJ services that deliver the same repackaged experiences from one client to the next, Adam says:

"It's like: 'arrive with gear, play slight variations of the same wedding set that's been working for years. Crack some stale jokes on the mic. Collect payment, pack up, get the tux dry cleaned, and on to the next.’

I think a lot of wedding DJs in New York City underestimate their client's sophisticated tastes, and don’t consider their need for a bespoke wedding music curator and advisor with sharp instincts and high standards. If a DJ treats performing at weddings as a job rather than a true craft, it's sure to come across that way to the audience through the course of the night. Wedding clients have a completely unique set of challenges and boxes to tick. They deserve a DJ that works with them months in advance to make sure that they've nailed down the exact vibe of the evening, specific song selections, who their guests are, and exactly how they see it all coming together. A lot of people forget how important empathy is in this industry.”

Get in touch with Adam to find out how he can transform your vision into the most extraordinary night of your life.

Adam saw the opportunity to set himself apart not only by giving his clients unbridled access to him in the planning and curating process, but also pulling from his extensive nightlife experience, where playlists can reach beyond the expected Top 40. Though sing-along crowd pleaser tracks have their firm place in Adam's sets, his broad musical knowledge allows crowds to experience current trends, deep cuts, reimagined classics, and songs they forget how much they truly love, until they hear them unexpectedly. From Pop and Hip Hop, to Disco, House, Funk and Soul; Latin and Multicultural Mainstays through New Indie Classics, Adam offers each client a completely bespoke musical journey with never an empty floor. 

His talents as an understated MC/Host are often utilized in conjunction with his NYC wedding DJ sets. Adam prefers a clean event coordination style, pulling no punches, and keeping events moving with a nonchalant and affable personal touch.  He holds a deep understanding of the pacing, rhythm, structure, story and technical musts involved in the execution of high caliber event productions, allowing no margin for error.

A Standout Body of Work

Adam Subtract'em has moved bodies en masse at some of New York City's most recognizable venues including The Standard, Brooklyn Steel, Schimanski, Public Hotel, Tao Group venues, Hotel Chantelle, Soho House, and Goldbar, among others, and brings his downtown music styles to the luxury wedding venues he DJs. Adam has toured the U.S. with music festivals, large scale brand initiatives, and has headlined exclusive nightclubs and music venues far and wide. He's shared the collaborated with a broad range of artists from camps like Mad Decent, Wu-Tang, and Ed Banger to The Queen of Pop herself, Madonna.

Adam has also worked as a Producer and Music Supervisor for Film & TV, hand-picking music for networks including MTV, Comedy Central, and Lifetime; laying the foundation for his detailed custom wedding music services. Incorporating his love for fashion and product, he has worked as Music Curator and special event DJ for an array of recognizable Brands, Designers, and national retail and hospitality partners. Adam’s top-tier client list includes Versace, Cartier, Dior, Tom Ford, Prada, Miu Miu, Vogue, Vice Media, Nike, Adidas, Ray Ban, Fred Perry, Goldwell/KMS, and more.

Relying on his experience in extremely well-planned, "can't miss a beat" shows for massive audiences, Adam executes with finesse for his private clients, adhering to the same meticulous attention to detail, knowing he's got one shot to "wow" the crowd.

Adam’s attention to his clients is unmatched with his custom tailored, case specific approach to music curation and sound design. He strikes the perfect balance between collaboration and creative freedom when translating his clients' vision to the dance floor for an unparalleled, wholly unique offering. He thrives on moving each crowd differently, as every wedding and special event client and their preferences are unique. Adam’s greatest mark of success is his perfect 5 star rating and consistent word of mouth referrals from clients that keep him a sought after wedding DJ in New York City and beyond.

Get in touch with Adam to find out how he can transform your vision into the most extraordinary night of your life.