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Needle In The Groove
- Bay Shore, NY
- DJ
- Travels up to 50 miles
- Call for Pricing
Overview
With three decades of experience, the professional team of Needle In The Groove DJs, emcees, visual technicians and support staff take the job of creating and preserving the memories of the events that we are so privileged to present very seriously. Our experience ensures not only a celebration that we feel will be above and beyond your expectations, but one that will be extraordinary. We take all of the guesswork out of creating an affair that is not only memorable but also totally stress-free.
27 Reviews
Tom and his team were awesome from start to finish. They played the songs we wanted and even the parents and grandparents were on the floor with us. Our guests are still talking about what a great time they had. Tom also put together a beautiful montage with the pictures we provided. We could not have asked for better entertainment. You will not be disappointed!
Wedding DJ
I couldn't recommend anyone more highly than Tom and Needle in the Groove. Our daughter's sweet 16 party was a huge success! Everyone young and older danced the whole night away! Tom made the night so personable and made all of us feel so special. Especially our daughter. It meant so much to her to feel happy and loved and We owe it to Tom!
The special lighting made the night electrified and the music videos were a big success! The party was a huge success thanks to Needle in the Groove!
DJ, Photographer
Response from Needle In The Groove:
Thank You Christine for choosing Needle In The Groove to entertain at Sophia's Sweet Sixteen. We had fun with your family and friends along with making Sophia feel very special. We are so happy Sophia had a great time.
Thank You Again!!
All The Best
Tommy. Cerino
It is with great pleasure that I am writing to offer my recommendation for Needle in the Groove and DJ Tommy Cerino. He has been our DJ of choice for a number of years and due to the overwhelming success of the parties each year, we will continue to utilize him.
Tommy is a great DJ. He is very friendly, talented, and will provide you with the type of service and ambiance you are seeking. Our organization is very diverse, yet he meets all our needs in a very professional yet fun way. He will take recommendations from the floor but ultimately adheres to the person in charge. He will do everything in his power to make sure your party is a success.
I’m happy to recommend Needle in the Groove and DJ Tommy Cerino to anyone who is considering hiring a DJ for their event. You will get friendly service from an experienced professional.
Sincerely,
Ms. Iris E. Rivera
Project Coordinator II - Local Melville CSR Site Lead
UL LLC
1285 Walt Whitman Road
Melville, NY 11747-3085 USA
Email: Iris.E.Rivera@ul.com
Corporate Entertainment, DJ, Holiday Entertainment, Photo Booths, Photographer
We used Needle in the Groove for our 50th reunion. Tommy was fabulous. He could not have been more accommodating. He is very professional and answered all our questions besides giving us suggestions. He was amazing and played all the music from our era plus lots more to dance to. I highly recommend Needle in the Groove for a great time!
DJ
Response from Needle In The Groove:
Dear Annie
I had a great time playing all the nostalgia music from that era and a mix of dance and slow music.
I would like to thank you , Liz and Patty for having Needle In The Groove as your Entertainment for The Bay Shore High School 50th Class Reunion.
Thank You for this Wonderful Testimonial
Needle In The Groove was amazing. From the 1st time I meet with Thomas he knows actually the question to ask. Prefect with Details. Very easy to get in touch with. Played all songs & Artist my Daughter wanted.
Photographer, DJ
Response from Needle In The Groove:
Thank You Dana for this Wonderful Review
We had a GREAT Time with Alana, Fun Fun Fun!
Thank You for having Needle In The Groove.
You and son amazing job. Everyone was dancing all nite. Just beautiful and professional. Thank you a nite to always remember.
Photographer, Video Services
Response from Needle In The Groove:
Thank You Sue and Dana for your wonderful compliment.
Needle In Te Groove had so much fun at Alana's Sweet Sixteen.
It was a Beautiful Sweet Sixteen and well done on your part.
Tommy was awesome and very responsive. He was proactive in setting up the venue, and he was communicating directly with the event hosts and other vendors to make sure everything ran smoothly. We also specifically asked for a mirror booth which he added with the booth attendant as part of our package. Pricing was also negotiable and reasonable. Tommy worked with us on the song list to make sure that music was modernized specific to the age of our guests. Tommy had a photographer as part of his team and hundreds of our pictures came out great! This was a memorable event, thanks to Tommy and his staff!
DJ, Photo Booths, Photographer
Response from Needle In The Groove:
The Surprise 30th Birth you planned for Jessica was Great, and well Planned.
I am happy Jessica was Surprised and Enjoyed Herself.
Thank You for having Needle In The Groove be part of a Fun Celebration!
Tommy
Great DJ everyone danced all night long and asked where we found him. He makes great announcements and knows how to keep the party going. Very experienced.
Wedding DJ
Needle in the Groove was amazing. Could not have asked for anything more. Music, MC, lights, photography, and Photo Booth. It was all perfect!!
Lighting Company, Mobile DJ, Photo Booths, Photographer
Response from Needle In The Groove:
Thank You for the wonderful Compliment.
Great Communication, excellent DJ/MC, professional, reliable, and catered to everything I wanted. I will use him again.
DJ
It was a pleasure working with Tommy. Everyone enjoyed the music. He was super engaging with the crowd, young and old.
So glad we chose him for our party. It was such a blast! Would definitely recommend him.
DJ
Response from Needle In The Groove:
Thank you Lorraine.
I had a great time with your family and friend for John's 80th Birthday.
They were so much fun!
Nick's toast was fantastic, and so funny!
Lorraine, you should be a master chef, the food you made was delicious!
Thank You Again!
Needle in the Groove was a great DJ for our school dance. Tommy kept the children singing and dancing through the entire event.
DJ
We hired Tommy with Needle in the Groove for my husband's 50th birthday at the North Fork winery. Tommy made the experience exceptional. He was there early to prepare and set up, spent days going over our music and making sure everything worked flawlessly. Brought a photographer and displayed photos during the event, it was fun. The party was a success and in large part thanks to Tommy! Super reliable, honest, professional, nice, Needle In The Groove with Tommy will make any occasion special!!!! Highly recommend and will definitely call on them again for any of our future events!
Photo Booths, Photographer, Video Services, Videographer, DJ
Response from Needle In The Groove:
Karina,
Thank you for having Needle In The Groove perform at the Birthday Celebration for Boris.
Your selection of music was a Hit. I enjoyed playing them, as well your family and friends enjoyed, by their dancing.
We are glad you enjoyed the photos.
The North Fork Winery was Second to None. Beautiful!
Thank You for your compliment and having Needle In The Groove.
Needle in the groove was amazing at our reception event. Tommy Cerino is an experienced DJ/MC that knows very well what to say and play for your wedding party. Tommy had everyone in their feet and dancing. I will always recommend Tommy Cerino and Needle in the Groove.
Wedding DJ, DJ
Needle In the Groove went above and beyond my expectations! Tommy rocked my party! His professionalism blew me away. Heade this young 50 year old dance like I was 25! Everyone one had a great time. It was everything I wanted and more!
Photographer, DJ
As we say I'm the Bronx TOMMY was DA BOMB DIGGITY! Absolutely axing. His professionalism was nothing I have experienced in a party and it was my 50th! He fo everyone up dancing, interacted, I just can't say enough! My party started and I never stopped dancing!
Photographer, DJ
Response from Needle In The Groove:
Thank You Thank You Debbie for you wonderful compliment.
I am so happy you had Needle In the Groove for your 50th Birthday.
Being a party of your special celebration with you , your family and friends was so much Fun!
You organized everything perfectly!
Thank You Again!
Kaylee' Sweet 16
Tommy and Needle in the Groove came highly recommended by a family member and there was no disappointment at all. Tommy is personable, friendly, funny and very professional. All of his crew members were excellent too. The photo booth was a big hit with all guest young and old. The photographer was so accommodating. Towards the end of the night I dragged him around so I could have certain pictures. The pictures he took for the montage were beautiful. He captured my daughter's happiness and her big smile on her face all night. Tommy was lively and fun. He was getting everyone up on their feet and made sure my daughter was the center of attention. The music was great. Everyone even the kids told my daughter is was one of the best parties that they have ever attended which is a great complement since a lot of kids usually just sit at the tables on their phones..so I'm told from my son who is older. Tommy's equipment is state of the art. I highly recommend Needle in the Groove. I would use him again for another event.
Lighting Company, Photo Booths, Photographer, DJ
The team at needle in the groove were excellent and extremely helpful. They made our day very special.
Wedding DJ
Response from Needle In The Groove:
Thank You Scot & Christina for having Needle In The Groove perform on your wedding day.
It was a Beautiful Disney Fairy Tale Wedding
Wishing You Both Many Years Of Happiness!
What can I say about Needle in the Groove? Tommy Cerino is an amazing DJ. He recently did my daughters 30th birthday him and took the time to listen to my daughters music tastes and designed the night around her. The photographer he brought captured wonderful pictures all night which were displayed on his monitor. Tommy did her communion many years ago as well as functions at my marina and in fire island. He is a perfectionist and spends so much time and detail in everything he does. He takes pride in his work and it shows when he does a party. I highly recommend him and will never use any other DJ!
Videographer, DJ
Where to begin? Tom was so accommodating right from the start. He listened to all our likes and dislikes, and designed music and lighting that was perfect. The photographer for the zap shots was amazing, the candid shots were perfect, he really captured all the high points. The percussionist was excellent, he really added a nice touch to our wedding.
Wedding DJ, Wedding Videographer
Right from the start, Tom went above and beyond in meeting and exceeding all our expectations. He was extremely accommodating in giving us exactly what we were looking for. The lighting was perfect, the photographer for the zap shots was excellent, the candid shots were outstanding, and the percussionist was amazing.
Photographer, Wedding DJ, Wedding Videographer
Tommy was our first pick to have DJ our wedding, but due to the distance we settled for his videographer services. He did a wonderful job with capturing our rehearsal dinner, wedding and reception. He is devoted to his craft, and produced a beautiful video that we will cherish forever! Highly recommend for any of your future events!
Videographer, Wedding Videographer
Needle in the Groove with DJ Tommy did a wonderful job for our Parish's annual Chrysanthemum Ball. Everyone enjoyed the music and danced the night away.
Photographer, DJ
What can I say. Tommy delivered more than I thought was possible It was a surprise party for my wife and a surprise it was. We had people ranging from 21 to 95 and Tommy got them all dancing. He had the music people wanted tp hear and got some amazing pictures. A true professional. Thank you Tommy.
DJ, Photographer
Response from Needle In The Groove:
Kevin thank you for having Needle In The Groove entertain Kathy's Surprise Birthday Party. It was a honor to be part of a special milestone in her life . Your family and friends were so much fun to be with. And you are right, Kathy loves to dance. I wish Kathy to have many more Happy Birthdays.
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Great job by needle in the groove, had us on the dance floor rockin' it all night!
Photographer, Videographer, Wedding DJ
Dear Tommy,
Thank you for making the Brookwood Hall Gardening Day a festive and fun event on April 20th. You did a great job in keeping everyone motivated as we were weeding, mulching and planting. The music really made everyone’s day!
On behalf of myself, Lynda Moran of the Islip Arts Council and the Brookwood Hall Restoration Committee, I truly appreciate all you do for our community.
Sincerely,
Steven J. Flotteron, Councilman
Town of Islip
DJ
We hired Needle In the groove for our party and they were the rave of the night! They were very professional and knew every thing they were doing. It seemed he had every song we requested. Tom is very professional and I would recommend him to ANYONE looking for a party DJ.
DJ, Mobile DJ
Booking Info
Price Range: Call for Pricing
Insurance: $2,000,000 - General Liability
What to Expect
We're here to please, and our DJs are especially knowledgeable when it comes to determining how to keep a crowded dance floor excited and involved. They've been trained to know exactly how to keep guests entertained and happy, and each member of our team comes prepared with an extensive selection of whatever type (or types) of music our customers prefer.
Needle In The Groove's lighting and visual effects experts are among the most knowledgeable and thoroughly trained in the industry. We utilize the most cutting edge technology available, with state-of-the-art equipment designed to dazzle and delight your clients and their guest. From the excitement of real-time imagery projected on multiple, extra large flat-screen plasma televisions placed strategically throughout the room to the impressive wizardry of 'ZapShot' © technology (instant photomontages designed to delight all the guests), simulcast and mixed music videos. Our visual and lighting packages are on par with the finest stationary venues and nightclubs. We're certain that your special event will be an occasion that your guests will be talking about for years to come. That's our job, and we take it very seriously.
About
THOMAS R.CERINO
MUSICALITY * VISUALITY * VERSATILITY * RELIABILITY * PROFESSIONALISM * INTERGRITY
• Over 30 years of experience as a professional DJ and VJ at some of the most exclusive clubs in the New York Metropolitan area
• Extensive knowledge of contemporary audio and video technology
• Extensive experience in sound and video editing, mixing and production
• Owner and operator of Needle In The Groove, Inc, one of Long Island’s most successful and prestigious independent mobile DJ and video production services
• Extensive experience in lighting & visual effects (Intel Lighting; spot placement; computerized light shows, etc)
• More than 30 years of experience as an event coordinator and party planner
• Extensive professional management experience, including coordinating diversified workforce training and implementation (sound technicians, dancers, videographers, video editors, lighting technicians, emcees, etc)
Past Booked Events
September 12, 2024 • 7:00pm - 11:00pm | Reunion |
August 17, 2024 • 7:00pm - 11:00pm | Birthday Party |
April 13, 2024 • 7:00pm - 11:00pm | Teen Birthday Party |
February 25, 2024 • 1:00pm - 5:00pm | Birthday Party |
November 09, 2023 • 6:00pm - 8:30pm | Cocktail Party |
June 17, 2023 • 6:00pm - 10:00pm | Graduation |
May 20, 2023 • 5:00pm - 9:00pm | Personal Occasion |
May 06, 2023 • 5:00pm - 8:30pm | Birthday Party |
September 18, 2022 • 3:00pm - 6:30pm | Wedding Reception |
August 27, 2022 • 6:30pm - 11:00pm | Wedding Engagement |
July 09, 2022–July 10, 2022 • 6:00pm - 12:00am | Birthday Party |
June 18, 2022 • 7:30pm - 11:00pm | Birthday Party |
June 18, 2022–June 19, 2022 • 7:00pm - 12:00am | Graduation |
April 30, 2022 • 7:00pm - 10:30pm | Birthday Party |