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"L Rock Entertainment - Live Music & DJ Services
- Costa Mesa, CA
- Wedding Band
- Travels up to 500 miles
- $350-3999
Overview
Hi! My name is Christina LaRocca, aka DJ L ROCK THE PARTY, a full-time DJ/MC, singer, and event producer with over 17 years of experience and a top 5-Star rating. Our clients love working with us for our vast knowledge of music, talent, professionalism & ability to make your event a memorable one. Don't take my word for it - just check the reviews!
As a DJ and a musician, we offer a really great package that includes both DJ/MC services and Live Music with my band Modern Highway. The band can be hired in many different arrangements from full on party mode, acoustic duo, cocktail band, or solo acoustic. I love all kinds of music & will work with you on the playlist of your dreams.
22 Reviews
Hiring DJ LRocktheParty was the BEST decision we made for my wedding. Excellent communication in advance, she even helped put the night together, AND had the dance floor packed all night. She brought all her own sound equipment, and awesome lights too! She was not just good, but exceptional. We will definitely be sharing her contact with all of our friends who are also getting married soon. Thank you Christina!!
Club DJ, DJ, Mobile DJ, Wedding DJ
Response from "L Rock Entertainment - Live Music & DJ Services:
Thank you sooo much Rey! It was such an incredible night, I'm honored to have been a part of your special day.
It was my first time hiring a band and man oh man, they just rocked the house! My family had such an awesome time dancing and singing along to EVERY SONG! Super easy to work with, super friendly and their setlist was everyone my dad wanted plus more. We are definitely hiring them again for another event. Thank you guys! Definitely a party for the books.
Rock Band
Response from "L Rock Entertainment - Live Music & DJ Services:
Thank you so much Diana! We had a blast rockin' with the 4-piece band your dads birthday party...call us anytime xox
Best band I’ve ever seen and heard! They’re super entertaining, funny, and cool people! So amazingly talented and I heard nothing but praise from my family and friends about how blown away they were by their performance.
I can’t wait to book them again!
Alternative Band, Classic Rock Band, Cover Band, Guitarist, Singing Guitarist
Response from "L Rock Entertainment - Live Music & DJ Services:
Thank you so much Franchesca! We had a blast and look forwarding to seeing you again. Happy birthday :)
Modern Highway was absolutely FANTASTIC at our wedding! Their setlist of 80s, 90s, and 2000s hits had everyone on their feet all night. Christina’s voice is unforgettable, and their rendition of "How Far We’ve Come" by Matchbox 20, a song very special to our family, was particularly memorable.
Their ability to engage with the crowd was exceptional, getting everyone excited and joyful. They were also great communicators and wonderful to work with, offering helpful ideas and accommodating all our requests.
If you want a band that will make your wedding unforgettable, look no further than Modern Highway. Highly recommended!
Wedding Band, Alternative Band, Classic Rock Band, Cover Band, Dance Band, Party Band, Pop Music, Rock Band, Top 40 Band, Tribute Band, Wedding Singer
Response from "L Rock Entertainment - Live Music & DJ Services:
Thank you SO much Dana! It truly was an honor and a pleasure to celebrate you and Adam! Congratulations!!
I cannot recommend DJ L Rock enough! She recently DJ'd my husband's 46th birthday party and absolutely made the night unforgettable. The playlist she curated was absolutely perfect. But it was more than just the music, DJ L Rock was engaging, fun, and had an infectious energy that got everyone in the party mood.
From the moment she started spinning, she read the crowd perfectly, seamlessly transitioning between genres and tempos to keep the party going. What really stood out to me was DJ L Rock's enthusiasm and passion for her craft. She was fully present and engaged with the crowd the entire time, making sure everyone was having an amazing time. Her energy was contagious and helped create an atmosphere that was truly electric.
If you're looking for a DJ who will make your event unforgettable, look no further than DJ L Rock. She's a true professional, a talented DJ, and an expert at getting the party started and keeping it going all night long. We can't thank her enough for making my husband's birthday party one for the books!
DJ
DJ was amazing! Super professional and easy to work with. Everything was very organized from booking to the end of our party. She played every song we requested and really made the party hype! The kids loved it and I would definitely book her again!! Highly recommend!! She was super cool and a pleasure to work with.
it was a pleasure working with them, they came early and attendees loved the band.
Acoustic Band
She sang the processional song at my wedding. The whole church was in tears. My husband could not help the tears. She sang so beautifully with such emotion and vulnerability. Not too expensive. Actually underpriced for her talent.
Singer/Songwriter, Wedding Singer
Response from "L Rock Entertainment - Live Music & DJ Services:
Thank you so much for your beautiful, kind words and hiring me for such a special moment Sandy! Xoxo
Gene put on a fantastic performance for my father's birthday party. He and Christina were outstanding with communication, easy to work with, and catered to what my father and all of our guests wanted to hear throughout the show. Gene is very talented with his vocals and guitar playing, and even surprised us with some harmonica accompaniment for one song. He was friendly and kind with all of our guests, and we would love to have him perform for us again!
Country Singer, Rock & Roll Singer
Response from "L Rock Entertainment - Live Music & DJ Services:
Dora - thank you so much for the kind words! Please call on us anytime <3
Christina and Gene were at hit at our wedding reception! They were professional, kind, and lots of fun! I will definitely hire them again for more parties! We can't thank them enough for everything they did. We had to cancel our original wedding date back in 2020, and we were so happy they were available to play at our reception! They are super talented and sounded AMAZING!
Acoustic Band
Response from "L Rock Entertainment - Live Music & DJ Services:
Thank you so much Alex! We are so happy for you both. Please stay in touch and feel free to reach out at any time :D
We held a corporate teambuilding event and Christina and Gene were wonderful. They played requests from an extensive list and curated a very personal experience for our group. They were lively and lots of fun. Would definitely book again!
Classic Rock Band
Response from "L Rock Entertainment - Live Music & DJ Services:
Thank you so much! We had a great time performing for your team!!
It's been a few weeks since my birthday party but I thought I'd still go on here and let y'all know that they were the life of our party they played everything I asked them to play they were very accommodating with the schedule and we loved them so much that once they finished the 2 hour set I hired them to play we asked if they would stay and play a 3rd hour and they happily agreed! We will definitely be hiring them again ❤️
Country Band
Response from "L Rock Entertainment - Live Music & DJ Services:
Thank you so much for the kind words Juan!! We had a blast :)
Can't recommend enough!! Incredible communication, perfect execution of my vision (which was so specific and unusual!), and so hugely talented. Christina learned a new song for me in a week!! And the performance was definitely the highlight of my event - my guests were blown away. Will definitely be hiring this duo again in the future!!
Singing Guitarist
Response from "L Rock Entertainment - Live Music & DJ Services:
Thank you so much for the kind words Meghan!
Christina & Gene made my husbands birthday party so much more fun than it would have been if we went with a DJ. We are so glad we made this decision. Their song list has so many songs!! We love them and plan on having them back for more parties in the future! Thank you Christina & Gene!!
Acoustic Band, Classic Rock Band, Country Band, Cover Band, R&B Vocalist, Top 40 Band, Singing Guitarist
Response from "L Rock Entertainment - Live Music & DJ Services:
Thank you Susan! We had a blast :)
Christina & Gene showed up on time, couldn't have been nicer, interacted with the crowd and put on one hell of a show! They are super talented and sung everything from the Black Crowes to Cyndi Lauper, Journey, Bob Marley, Billy Joel, Oasis, Tracy Chapman, Chris Stapleton and Kelsea Ballerini. They even learned some new songs just for my party. I could not have been happier on my big 5-0! The only bad part was having it end. I highly recommend their work and every one of my guests said they had a "blast!" Definitely 5 stars!
Singing Guitarist
Christina and Gene were so talented, very professional, and lovely people! I would definitely hire them again!
Classic Rock Band, Country Band, Country Singer, Cover Band, Guitarist, Rock & Roll Singer, Singer/Songwriter, Singing Guitarist
Response from "L Rock Entertainment - Live Music & DJ Services:
Thank you so much Jennifer!!
They were perfect and made my proposal extra special!! Both have great voices and I highly recommend them!!
Guitarist, Singing Guitarist
Response from "L Rock Entertainment - Live Music & DJ Services:
Thank you so much and congratulations! We were honored to be a part of such a special moment in your lives :)
We decided to marry virtually via court. It was tugging on our hearts to have a small God centered ceremony. With only a weeks notice we found this site and posted out need for a singer to provide music for our ceremony. We recieved many responses however Christina and Gene really stuck out. From the 1st contact they took the time to thank us, congratulate us and provide us with all the information needed. Even, when we had questions after our initial contact they answered every one professionally and gave us peace and assurance. There was nervousness over booking a performer without meeting them in person but Christina sent over videos of performances and their voices blew us away. The song requested was not on their playlist but they took the short time given to learn it. I walked down the isle to the rest of our lives to the most beautiful voices serenading us. After the ceremony they stayed to play for our guests. We can not count how many people asked where we found them and how amazing they sound. On top of their talent they are genuinely nice people who you just want to stay and join the party. I love them!!! I can not express how happy I am to have hired them. Thank You Christina and Gene for being attentive, flexible, inprovising, professional and for helping us make our wedding so memorable. We love and appreciate you!!! Hire them they are high quality pure talent!!!
Thank You,
Casey and Veronica
Acoustic Band
Response from "L Rock Entertainment - Live Music & DJ Services:
Thank you so much, we are moved by your kind words! It was truly an honor and a pleasure to be a part of your special day. It means the world to us that you were happy with our performance. Thank you again and congratulations!!!
Christina & Gene are INCREDIBLE. We had so much fun having them at my husband's birthday bash this past weekend. I am so happy we found them. They are not only incredibly professional, and brought all of their own equipment, they also took requests! I highly recommend them for any event you may be throwing. Their set list covered so many decades and genres, they are truly quite talented
Acoustic Band, Americana Band, Beach Music, Blues Band, Classic Rock Band, Country Band, Country Singer, Cover Band, Guitarist, Rock & Roll Singer, Rock Band, Singer/Songwriter, Southern Rock Band, Top 40 Band, Singing Guitarist
Christina is amazingly talented! We truly feel lucky to have found her here on gigsalad. She is such a professional, I can’t believe we had the opportunity to see her perform in such an intimate setting. I wish I could have her perform from us every weekend. Fans for life! We will hire her again for or future events. I would recommend for any occasion weddings, birthdays, graduations etc.
Singer/Songwriter, Singing Guitarist
Response from "L Rock Entertainment - Live Music & DJ Services:
Eva thank you so much - it was my pleasure!
Christina was more than wonderful. Played some amazing jams and even took requests. Her talent supersedes any other artists I could have brought in. Not only is she talented but what a great soul to have at your next event !
Guitarist, Singer/Songwriter, Singing Guitarist
Response from "L Rock Entertainment - Live Music & DJ Services:
Thank you so much Joe - it was an absolutely pleasure and I had a blast. Wonderful meeting you and all of your friends! have a beautiful holiday!!
-Christina
Christina was extremely easy to work with... despite our booking her less than two weeks before the event. She showed up early, had everything she needed... and totally worked with us. We received MANY compliments (which really should have gone to her!) about how much everyone enjoyed her performance, and the positive mood that her music set for our event. HIGHEST recommendation!
Guitarist, Singing Guitarist
Response from "L Rock Entertainment - Live Music & DJ Services:
Thank you so much for the kind words! It was an absolute pleasure and an honor to perform at your wedding!!
-Christina
Booking Info
Price Range: $350-3999
Gig Length: 10 - 360 minutes
Languages: English, Italian, Spanish
Insurance: $2,000,000 - Liability Insurnace
What to Expect
DJ L Rock the Party and the Modern Highway Band are available for hire for any and all kinds of events - wedding, private, corporate, venues, festivals, and more.
We have many different flexible and fun packages. We have all of the equipment we need to perform including sound system, and dance floor lights. We also provide MC services as well as have liability insurance.
Please contact us with your event details (date, city, hours needed) for a quote:
DJ L Rock the Party - DJ/MC
-provide music and sound for officiant for ceremony and cocktail hour
-pack the dance floor for the reception
-MC services, grand entrances, event consultation and more
Modern Highway Band - the works! WEDDING PACKAGE
-30 minute modern / classy instrumental guest arrival set and then we sing the songs of your choice for the ceremony as you walk down isle (processional/recessional)
-DJed cocktail hour, grand entrance + dinner
-Full 5 piece party band mode to dance night away
*Can also be hired for reception only*
ACOUSTIC DUO + DJ Combo - WEDDING PACKAGE
-30 minute modern / classy instrumental guest arrival set and then we sing the songs of your choice for the ceremony as you walk down isle (processional/recessional)
-Modern Highway Duo performance for cocktail hour
-DJ/MC reception
Cocktail Band + DJ Combo
Same as above except small band (3 or 4 piece) for cocktail hour
Christina Solo set + DJ
-Christina solo set for guest arrival/ceremony OR cocktail hour
-DJ/MC the night away
INCLUDED IN MOST OF THE PACKAGES ABOVE:
-Top rated vendors in SoCaL
-Full Professional Sound System: Speakers, Subs + all cables needed to set up everything, anywhere
-MC services (announcements)
-Wireless microphone for officiant & toasts
-Professional DJ Booth
-Dance Floor Lighting + Uplighting Kit
-Additional Sound system for ceremony (if needed)
-Travel
-Set Up & Break down
-Consultation
-Requests
-Insurance / COI
-& more!
About
Christina LaRocca Bio 2021
Los Angeles based international touring artist, Christina LaRocca, is not only a singer, songwriter, musician, DJ, and event producer, but a renaissance woman and entrepenuer who continually pushes the boundaries of what it means to be an artist in today’s world.
LaRocca has performed thousands of shows having toured the USA, Europe, UK, and Canada - many times with just a guitar on her back, a tank full of gas and a GPS. All of her hard work and dedication to her craft led her to locking in an official SXSW 2020 artist slot on her own.
Her newest single released in 2021, “The New Normal” is a story she started to write prior to the pandemic, and as she puts it, has nothing to do with masks or vaccines, although they now have their place in the picture as well. Produced by bandmate, guitarist and film composer, Gene Micofsky, the song comes packed with a cinematic flair and drive his style brings to the table. Christina, a self-taught graphic designer created her own 3D album artwork.
“The New Normal” is the first follow up release by LaRocca since the drop of the acclaimed alt-americana album These are my Whiskey Dreams which was released on July 12, 2019. The album goes down a genre bending rabbit-hole mixing alternative with rock, country, and even reggae. She worked on the album with several producers including multi-platinum, Grammy award-winning music producer & engineer, Andros Rodriguez, as well as Alex Arias, Gene Micofsky, and Lid.
The album has has been reviewed as a "vocal tour de force" (Glide Magazine) that "transcends genre" (Americana Highways) for "people with a ear open to the future" (Midwest Record) she has the "fantastic ability to blend country, soul, rock [and even reggae] into a perfect mix" (Belles & Gals) with "her powerful and passionate voice as the driving force of the songs" (Michaels Music Blog).
Originally from Brooklyn, NY, Christina switched coasts from New York City to Los Angeles, CA in 2014, finding much of her newfound inspiration from her trek out west, along with musical influences from artists like Lana Del Rey, Bishop Briggs, Lauryn Hill, Amy Winehouse, Fiona Apple, Alanis Morisette, Melissa Etheridge, Sublime, Bob Marley, Incubus, Alicia Keys, Aretha Franklin, Brandi Carlile, Joni Mitchell, and Lil Kim.
In 2020, Christina taught herself to DJ and has begun to lean into the world of electronic music while infusing it with the alternative rock edge she holds close from her roots.
“If you don’t reinvent yourself, and continue to learn and grow in life, eventually you will become a jaded artifact. A thing of the past while the future whizzes past you. I hope I never stop looking for the next thing to inspire me.”
Christina has been seen performing at Echo Park Rising, St Jude Rock N Roll Marathon Nashville, Mile of Music, Mesa Music Festival, SXSW, Far North Festival, Craft Beer & Art Festival (Germany), Schattiner Kunst und Musik Festival (Germany), EAA Hops & Props, BMI Acoustic Showcase, Women’s Freedom Festival, Dyke March for LBC Pride, CMJ, and more. She has performed 20 Sofar Sounds in cities such as LA, NYC, Chicago, London, Paris & more. Over the years, she has also been seen on stage with Maggie Rose, Billie Joe (Green Day), Misty Boyce (BØRNS, Sara Bareilles), Rachel Platten, Bailen, among many others, and is a voting member of the Recording Academy. Christina also had the honor of writing and recording music for the audiobook of the NY Time’s Children’s Best Seller “She Persisted Around the World: 13 Women Who Changed History,” written by Chelsea Clinton.
Past works also include, the Child of the Sun EP (2017, produced by Robb Torres), I Stand Tall With My Eyes Wide Open (2012, produced by J Glaze). Under the artist name Christina LaRocca & Heavy Weather, her first band, you can also find the Fire EP (2010, produced by Dan Grigsby), and Miles of Mud (2008, self produced).
Additional Booking Notes
EQUIPMENT RIDER
DJ: Purchaser must supply a minimum of 10’ (across) x 6’ (deep) safe, flat, dry, clean, area with access to grounded electricity (3-prong outlet) within 25’ feet. If purchaser believes a plug may be farther than 25’ from performance area, please notify Artist.
BAND: Purchaser must supply a minimum of 10’ (across) x 10’ (deep) safe, flat, dry, clean, area with access to grounded electricity (3-prong outlet) within 25’ feet. If purchaser believes a plug may be farther than 25’ from performance area, please notify Artist.
Past Booked Events
July 23, 2024 • 6:00pm - 8:00pm | Birthday Party |
June 08, 2024 • 7:00pm - 10:00pm | Graduation |
February 21, 2024 • 4:00pm - 6:00pm | Corporate Event |
December 31, 2023–January 01, 2024 • 8:00pm - 12:30am | Cocktail Party |
September 27, 2022 • 1:30pm - 1:45pm | Wedding Ceremony |
April 02, 2022 • 3:00pm - 6:00pm | Cocktail Party |
March 20, 2022 • 2:00pm - 4:00pm | Birthday Party |
October 02, 2021 • 3:00pm - 5:00pm | Wedding Ceremony |
September 18, 2021 • 7:00am - 12:30pm | House Party |
March 17, 2021 • 4:00pm - 5:30pm | Virtual Event |
December 24, 2020 • 6:00pm - 6:30pm | Corporate Event |
November 28, 2020 • 6:00pm - 8:00pm | Birthday Party |
November 14, 2020 • 6:00pm - 8:00pm | Birthday Party |
November 06, 2020 • 7:00pm - 9:00pm | Birthday Party |
October 14, 2020 • 6:00pm - 10:00pm | Country Birthday Party La Mesa |
October 04, 2020 • 6:00pm - 7:00pm | Personal Occasion |
October 03, 2020 • 6:00pm - 9:00pm | Keno's Summer Series |
September 26, 2020 • 7:30pm - 9:00pm | Graduation |
September 16, 2020 • 5:00pm - 8:00pm | Dottie's Birthday Party |
September 14, 2020 • 7:00pm - 7:15pm | Surprise |
September 05, 2020 • 6:00pm - 9:00pm | Keno's Summer Series |
August 10, 2020 • 5:30pm - 5:45pm | Wedding Ceremony |
August 08, 2020 • 6:00pm - 7:00pm | Birthday Party |
July 04, 2020 • 3:30pm - 6:30pm | Holiday Party |
June 20, 2020 • 6:00pm - 8:00pm | Baby Shower |
May 24, 2020 • 6:00pm - 9:00pm | Allan's Birthday Party |
May 23, 2020 • 7:00pm - 9:00pm | Mike's Birthday Party |
April 26, 2020 • 3:00pm - 4:00pm | Birthday Party |
February 14, 2020 • 11:00am - 12:00pm | Campus Event |
November 30, 2019 • 2:00pm - 7:00pm | House Party |
October 05, 2019 • 5:00pm - 7:00pm | Wedding Ceremony |
Set List
MODERN HIGHWAY BAND - Example set list for a party or wedding:
Levitating - Dua Lipa
Abba - Dancing Queen
Sublime - What I Got
David Bowie - Let’s Dance
All I Wana Do - Sheryl Crow
You Oughta Know - Alanis
90s pop Medley = Britney, Backstreet Boys + Spice Girls
Can’t Stop the Feeling - JT
I Love It - Icona Pop
Like a Prayer - Madonna
Watermelon Sugar - Harry Styles
Superstition - Stevie Wonder
Shut Up & Dance - Walk the Moon
Uptown Funk + Respect Mash Up - Bruno Mars
Maná - Oye Mi Amor
This is How we Do it - Montell Jordan
Valerie - Amy Winehouse
Gloria Gaynor - I Will Survive
September - EWF
Treasure - Bruno Mars
Mr Brightside - the Killers
Get the Party Started - Pink
Dance with Somebody - Whitney
Rebel Yell - Billy Idol
Living on a Prayer
Moves Like Jagger (Bm)- Maroon 5
Team
Christina LaRocca | Lead Singer / Guitarist |
Gene Micofsky | Singer / Guitarist |
Leanne Bowes | Bass / back up singer |
Dylan Cooper Hayden | Drums |
Jordan Jackson | Keys |
Christina LaRocca | DJ L ROCK THE PARTY! |
Influences & Inspiration
DJ L ROCK THE PARTY:
I love to DJ dance, hip hop, pop, R&B, 70s, 80s, 90s, Latin, indie, reggaeton, classic rock, country and more. If there is anything special you want to hear (or don't want to hear) - I got you! I will work with you to create the perfect playlist and have people dancing all night.
MODERN HIGHWAY BAND:
Dance, Classic Rock, R&B, Disco, Indie, Country, Jazz, 70s, 80s, 90s, 00s.
Setup Requirements
We have everything we need to perform. Otherwise we will need a PA system complete with speakers, mixing board, and monitors. We can discuss depending on how large the space is.
We need purchaser to provide electricity (wattage will depend on if hiring DJ, Band, or acoustic)