KTSP Blog

New Payment Options - Credit Cards Accepted!

2010-09-12T13:30:00.005-07:00

We've now just made it easier to handle the expenses that come with putting a wedding together. Out new payment options include Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover as well as Google Checkout and Paypal.

L.E.D. Active Uplighting System

2010-09-09T13:52:00.000-07:00

If you've been looking for that one thing to help set the mood at your reception than this is it! L.E.D. Uplighting is one of the coolest things going these days. We've always been big supporters of mood and dance floor lighting and now we have one more great tool to help create the atmosphere and ambience that you're looking for!

Imagine the lights are scattered around the perimeter of the room, subtly glowing with your reception colors. Now we're ready to start another part of the evening and suddenly, whoa, the entire room has changed color!

This is what we call Active Uplighting. These lights are fully controllable and can create any of 16.7 MILLION COLORS! That means that no matter what shade of plum, or hue of teal you have planned we can drape the room in it! And when it's time to kick things up a notch and get the dancing going, they can dance around the room changing colors, flashing and strobing to get everyone involved!

We're Green!

2010-09-09T12:29:00.010-07:00

KT Sound Productions is proud to announce that we have recently upgraded ALL of our lighting equipment to state-of-the-art L.E.D. high efficiency lighting!

This is a very exciting technology for a variety of reasons. First off it allows us to have complete control over the color reproductions of each light to exactly match your decor while also saving on the electric bill! These lights are so efficient that ALL of our L.E.D. lighting combined uses less power than ONE average halogen or discharge lamp lighting that most DJ's use without sacrificing function or brightness. This not on means that we can run more lighting but it is much safer to use in any venue because it doesn't strain the electical systems and produces virtually NO heat.
So no more baking under hot dance floor lights!

2010...Where Art Thou?

2010-09-09T11:45:00.004-07:00

So wait a minute...it's 2010 already? The summer is almost over and it's almost the holidays again? Wow my head is spinning!

Well we certainly have been doing a lot of spinning lately! 2010 has had no shortage of great events and big steps for us. Be on the lookout for our new product and service announcements as well as some great new ways to save on your next wedding!

2009 Wrap Up

2009-12-28T12:48:00.003-07:00

So the end of 2009 has been a busy one to say the least! So much so that I haven't hardly had time to put it all on here! I have plenty of pictures and video of what I've been up to for the last few months that I'll be putting on here so be looking out for that as well as several new services and add-ons we'll be offering for 2009! Here's to an even better year in 2010 full of beautiful weddings and great parties!
- Kendall

Take advantage of the cooler months!

2009-09-12T18:51:00.003-07:00

Now that the summer months are coming to an end, we're coming upon one of the greatest things about our state...FALL WEATHER IN AZ! Once things cool off is the perfect time to have that outdoor gathering or wedding you've been wanting to have.

Let KT Sound Productions be a part of your event! With our unique services and experience we can help you pull off a perfect party whether it's backyard house party or birthday, or taking advantage of the cool evenings to have that reception outdoors!

New Look!

2009-08-19T23:46:00.002-07:00

Well I have finally found some time to work on the structure and look of my site here and add some really cool tools at the same time! In addition to the spiffy, streamlined interface, I've added some new Planning Tools under the "Weddings" page for your use in planning your next event. Make sure to go check them out! I think you'll find the new look to be a little easier to navigate and hope it helps you to see what KT Sound Productions can do for your next wedding or event. Take a look...go now!

Become a Fan of KTSP

2009-08-07T23:36:00.005-07:00

I am pleased to announce that KT Sound Productions is now on Facebook!

Now you can get the lastest updates on what I'm up to, links to great vendors for your wedding/event, and some of the latest services we're offering. Plus, you'll get special Facebook Fan deals on your next event with us!

I'm Back!

2009-07-27T12:15:00.004-07:00

Okay, okay I knew this has been tough for some of you. Afterall you wake up everyday and think to yourself, "I wonder what awesome events Kendall at KT Sound Productions did over the weekend. I'm going to find out!" You then come to the sad realization that I haven't blogged in over 4 months! I sincerely apologize.

Just because I haven't blogged doesn't mean I haven't been busy. O' contraire in fact. 2009 has been busier than any other year in KTSP's history! We've had some great events and even better people. Birthday parties, Grand openings, Health Fairs, and of course, lots of WEDDINGS!! We even took a trip up the mountain in May to a beautiful wedding in Sedona under the Redrock and partied all night at the Agave Resort there!

There's too much to tell in one post so I made a little video with just SOME of the clips from the events we've done so I'll let it do the talking. Enjoy!

KT Sound Productions -Summer 09 from KT Sound Productions on Vimeo.

First Dance dance training!

2009-07-26T21:31:00.009-07:00

KT Sound Productions has teamed up with another great company to provide you with something unique for your special day!

Ever seen those videos of couples doing crazy fun dances for their First Dance and wanted to do the same? Or how about you're attending an event and want to show off your dance moves to your friends and family? Well now you can!

Resonate Dance Studio offers full service dance instruction to individuals and couples looking to learn or improve their dance skills for any wedding or event. Contact us today for more information!

Eric and Hannah Wedding

2009-03-15T23:15:00.004-07:00

Yet again at the Shenandoah Mill, we had the wedding of Eric and Hannah. This crowd definitely came ready to party! There was a lovely ceremony with a modest sized crowd and after a delicious meal people were ready to kick up the volume and dance. There was a pretty diverse group of party guests so we had to mix it up a bit during the night to keep everyone happy but they were going right up until the end! Check out the pics and enjoy!

Brian and Carey Wedding

2009-03-08T22:50:00.000-07:00

Kicking off the month of March was the wedding of Brian and Carey Ann. It was held at the Shenandoah Mill in Gilbert. March is usually one of the best times of year to be in Arizona and they took advantage of it by having it outdoors.

After a beautiful ceremony the photographer snagged the bride and groom for some pictures. Unfortunately they took a little longer than planned and we nearly had a mutiny with the wedding guests who were wanting to eat! Ok not really but everyone was pretty hungry so we did the grand entrance rather quickly and moved right into the meal.

The bride and groom were wanting something a little more laid back so we were pretty mellow for the first part but were able to crazy things up a bit towards the end of the night. Overall a very fun wedding to do. Thanks you guys!

Brad and Crystal Reception

2009-02-16T20:28:00.001-07:00

Kickin' of the month of February was the wedding of Brad and Crystal. The reception was set at the scenic and beautiful Las Sendas Country Club in northeast Mesa. We drove around for about 15 minutes before realizing that we had turned the wrong direction and ended up on the other end of the neighborhood!

All night long the bride was very concerned that once we got to the dancing portion of the evening we wouldn't have enough people there to have fun and keep the dance floor going. I assured her that no matter how big or small the crowd I could get people dancing.

Once we started the dancing portion of the evening people really started getting into it. In fact, we never had an empty dancefloor the whole rest of the night!

Braxton and Jessica Wedding

2009-01-29T19:40:00.000-07:00

Well after a crazy weekend and a long week, I'm finally able to post some stuff about my best friend's wedding! The two of them looked great and we had such a good time being a part of their big day. I always have fun doing gigs for people I know and when they are for good friends it makes it that much more special to me.

After the marriage ceremony we spent the next couple hours having fun taking a bunch of pictures and going a grabbing a bite to eat after a long morning. I'll tell you, the look on some people's faces were classic when they saw them come into Applebee's in full tux and wedding gown!

The reception gave me the great opportunity to play some great dancing songs and pick on a good friend a little bit. :) Both he and I have been in a performing ballroom dance group at one point and has helped me out on some of my past gigs.
I had a blast doing this gig and I love both you guys!

Braxton and Jessica Wedding from KT Sound Productions on Vimeo.

Austin and Chelsea Wedding

2009-01-17T13:26:00.001-07:00

This last Friday was the wedding of Austin and Chelsea. The reception was held outside in the backyard of Chelsea's parents. Normally I'm a little skeptical about having outside weddings in the winter time, even in AZ, but they planned ahead of time and had plenty of space heaters and warm drinks to keep everyone toasty. Once we got to the dancing portion of the evening it didn't really matter anyway since everyone was dancing so much that it warmed everyone right up!

My wife (and roadie) helped me out to get some of these great balcony shots of the first dance. The backyard was pretty good sized but there were near 500 people so space can fill up real quick with that many bodies. There were a whole lot of younger people there the age of the bride and groom so the party kept going long after the older crowd had called it quits.

These two and their parents were some of the easiest to deal with and some of the most grateful people I've met. Tina, the mother of the bride, had this to say...

"Kendall, Everyone keeps telling us that our Reception was the best and most fun that they have ever been to. They all say you are the best DJ. Thanks Soooo Much for making Austin & Chelsie's big day the BEST!!!!"

If these last two weddings are any indication of what 2009 is going to be like for me and KT Sound Productions than I'm in for a great year with lots of great parties! Stay tuned for lot more to come in the coming months as we head into spring in the Valley!

Austin and Chelsea Adair Wedding from Kendall Bottomley on Vimeo.
I had almost forgotten I had video on my camera so this doesn't show the main part of the night but you get the idea. :)

Brian and Breanna Wedding

2009-01-04T22:46:00.001-07:00

Wow what a way to kick off 2009 than with a great wedding! Last night was the wedding of Brian and Breanna. This was a fantastic couple and a wonderful family. Since they had both been off at school up until the couple weeks before the wedding, I had only had the opportunity to meet with Bree's mom Debbie. She was one of the most grateful people I've had the opportunity to work with and also one of the most fun!
When I first got there we had to do a little bit of rearranging with the tables since I had been put in the far back corner opposite the dance floor. After explaining the reasoning for being closer to the dance floor we got back on track and were set up in time for the first guests to arrive.
After the receiving line there was a musical number by some very talented friends for the lucky couple and then we proceeded to the first dances. We had set up a projector and screen for a specially prepared photo slideshow to be shown during the first dance which made for the perfect mood setter for the evening.

It didn't take long after opening up the dancefloor before we had the whole place hoppin' things just rolled along from there. In fact we all lost track of the time a little and before we knew it, they were having me stay for an extra hour! After the event I heard several people discussing how much they loved different parts of the evening and the different things that I did during the night. Several people grabbed my business cards and the mother of the bride, Debbie, said there were several others who were interested in getting my cards as well for their son's and daughter's weddings coming up. That is the best compliment I could get. I truly enjoy what I do otherwise I wouldn't do it. The mother of the groom said she doesn't normally like going to receptions because they're always boring but that this was the funnest reception she's ever been too! What more can I say...I probably had as much fun as you guys doing this wedding. Thanks! And thank you Debbie for everything! You guys were a blast!

Here's a real short video of some of the fun...

Brian and Breanna Hanson Wedding from Kendall Bottomley on Vimeo.

Farewell 2008...Hello 2009!

2008-12-31T21:15:00.000-07:00

It has been a great year for KT Sound Productions and myself personally. Many of the goals I have had for the company were met and I have had a whole lot of positive feedback from everyone I have worked with. We're heading into the New Year with a whole lot more in the works to soon be offered by KT Sound Productions both to improve on our existing services and to offer an even broader range of services to our clients. We hope to become more of a one stop shop for brides and grooms as well as for other events to simplify your planning process. We look forward to speaking with you all about what events you have planned and provide you with the best in wedding and event entertainment in the Valley! Happy New Year and have a great 2009!

Christmas Party

2008-12-14T20:43:00.001-07:00

This last Saturday I DJ'd a Christmas party held at the Tempe Mission Palms Hotel in downtown Tempe, AZ. This was going to be my last gig of 2008 and it definitely delivered on excitement! They're a small company and the party was comprised of about 15 employees and their spouses or dates. You couldn't have told by the amount of partying going on!

One of the main parts of the evening was karaoke provided by me. Once the party started going we didn't stop until the end and people had a blast!

KTSP teams up with "I Do" Cakes

2008-12-09T19:05:00.001-07:00

In our ongoing effort to provide you with all your wedding needs we are pleased to announce our association with "I Do" Cakes. As part of this we will both be offering discounts to our services for those who use us both. Call us for a free price quote for us as your DJ and "I Do" Cakes for your wedding cake!

The new Nikon D90 camera

2008-12-08T20:21:00.000-07:00

Following my growing excitement for photography and all things techie, I now am the proud owner of the new Nikon D90. Not only does it take phenomenal pictures, it also takes HD video as well, allowing me to post some small video clips of events from time to time. Be looking out for some clips in the near future as I learn to use the features of this bad boy!

Clint and Jodi Wedding

2008-11-12T20:30:00.001-07:00

Well now that the weather has cooled off, it wouldn't be winter until I've had an outdoor wedding! This beautiful wedding was held at Stonebridge Manor in Northeast Mesa on the front terrace on November 11th. This is typically about the end of the biggest wedding season and this was the last one I had booked for 2008. It has been a great season and I am looking forward to a small vacation and then a very busy 2009!

Photo by CI Motion Photography

Clint and Jodi are a very fun couple. Jodi wanted to make sure that everything was perfect and it showed at the reception. There was a fairly large crowd of over 300 people which made it pretty complicated getting everyone through the receiving line. The actual reception was only supposed to go for 2 hours, but after an hour and half only about half of the guests had made it through the receiving line and many of them had been in line for over half an hour! I spoke with the bride and groom and they agreed to let the rest of the bridal party except parents leave the line to hopefully get people through faster. Everyone was just so excited to talk to the couple that it was still taking a long time. Eventually they ended up having to walk back up the line to get through everyone and we ended up with hardly any time for the rest of the night activities!

Photo by CI Motion Photography

After speaking with the father of the bride they booked me for an additional hour to get everything in. It ended up working out in the end and everyone left feeling great and having had a lot of fun!

Photo by CI Motion Photography

Photo by CI Motion Photography

Photo by CI Motion Photography

Todd and Jennie Reception

2008-10-26T15:10:00.001-07:00

Ok I've finally gotten the opportunity to blog about Todd and Jennie's Wedding! This wedding seemed like a long way off when they booked me but it came up really fast! When I spoke with them initially there were them, both sets of parents, a grandma, and I think someone else and it seemed like I was the only one talking the entire time! They struck me as very quiet, reserved people so when they mentioned to me that they were wanting a LOT of dancing and fun I was a little skeptical. I left that meeting thinking that it would be a pretty average wedding with a pretty quiet bunch. Boy did they prove me wrong!

This turned out to be one of the funnest weddings I've had this season! Pretty much every song I played had someone out there dancing and everyone was out on the dance floor for at least a couple songs.

At the end of the evening everyone said how much fun they had and I was proven wrong. I think I have now become the official DJ at this church building! Either way it was a great evening and another great couple starting out together, and I was greatful to be a part of it!

Eugene and Vacencia Wedding

2008-10-25T14:19:00.000-07:00

This time of year becomes more and more busy for me, both personally and professionally. As such it has been a week and I haven't blogged about this and Jennie and Todd's Weddings! Well here it is!

Gene and Vacencia's wedding was a very simple small reception with only close family and friends really attending. They were a very nice and gracious couple which made for an enjoyable evening.

They were mostly looking for background music during most of the evening but anyone who knows me knows that I like to get people out of their comfort zones a bit to have fun in ways they didn't know they every would! After the first dances and a quick YMCA though they were mostly done and headed out pretty quick. Another one in the books!

Donovan and Katie Wedding

2008-10-14T18:08:00.001-07:00

This last weekends wedding was held at the Shenandoah Mill in Gilbert, AZ. The Mill was actually once a working flour mill in Muddy Creek, Virginia built circa 1842. After being moved here in the late 90's it has now become a beautiful, rustic location for weddings.

This wedding happened to fall on the first "cold" day of the autumn here. The wind had been blowing pretty hard all day and made for a really chilly evening. Thankfully that didn't bother anyone that much as we made enough body heat on the dance floor!

There couldn't have been a more gracious couple than these two! They were super thrilled with the music and the games we played and I don't think I saw their smiles leave their faces all night! All in all, another great wedding!

Randy and Crystal Wedding

2008-09-29T23:04:00.001-07:00

Well for those native to Arizona, you know that summer is never really ever over here. It just kind of hides for a month or two before coming back. Well this last Saturday was no exception! Randy and Crystal had their wedding this last weekend at the Elks Lodge with the beautiful Superstition Mountains as a backdrop. Unfortunately, mother nature decided that she wasn't done with 100 degree heat this season yet so having a mid-afternoon ceremony outside caused us all to make sure we had put on enough deoderant!

The ceremony went off without a hitch and we all moved inside to the much appreciated air conditioning. After a few moments of confusion everyone was seated and enjoyed a great barbecue dinner.

We were definitely in Country music territory and we kept it coming all night long. Once the older crowd has slowly left we mixed in some other stuff to keep them occupied and having fun until we were all ready to drop!

Jared and Kim Wedding

2008-09-14T15:56:00.001-07:00

We got to kick off the month of September with a bang with the wedding of Jared and Kim. It was held at the Pera Club in Tempe. They were one of the nicest couples I've worked with and it translated into a smooth evening where everyone had fun. With all the major monsoon storm activity we've had here in the Valley recently I was worried about the outdoor evening reception, but we couldn't have asked for a more beautiful evening.

The ceremony was held outside just after sunset. Kim was beaming as she came up the isle holding her father's arm and the two said their I do's. It was short and sweet and to the point! Their daughter was having a hard time understanding that you're supposed to leave the rose petals on the ground but after some help she figured it out!

We then made our way into the reception hall. The rest of the night was very laid back as everyone enjoyed the food and the company. As we kicked up the energy with the dancing portion of the evening, everyone got into it and had a lot of fun.

After a quick shot of "Dancing Queen" (by request of the bride :) and the YMCA with Jared and his groomsmen the crowd was loose enough to go all night!

Shaun and Chalese Wedding

2008-09-05T18:36:00.001-07:00

Well this wedding was a very nice way to finish off the busy month of August. We had events on all sides of the Valley so it was nice to finish off with one close to home. Shaun and Chalese's wedding was held at the Regency Garden in downtown Mesa. The venue is definitely an oasis in the middle of town. The whole theme of the venue is designed to give the impression of having a beautiful, twinkle-lit outdoor setting while being indoors!

The evening started off with all the kids warming up the dance floor a bit. Usually this seems to intimidate the adults from coming out and dancing but after we wore out the kids for awhile, the adults got their chance to have some fun!

The Newest Additions to the KTSP Lineup

2008-08-19T19:07:00.000-07:00

In our effort to make sure we have the very best for your next event, we have added two new pieces of equipment! First off, the Hercules RMX DJ console mixer! This new mixer will allow for more seemless integration of digital mp3 files into the audio mix, allowing us to spend more time paying attention to your crowd and event, and less time fussing with a mouse and computer. Also with the ability to assist in beat matching and adding effects to the mix, expect this console to really make your next event that much better!

Also new to the lineup, the latest in Dj software technology! Numark Cue 5 DJ software not only allows for the mixing of digital audio files, but also video and karaoke files! This all in one package will greatly simplify, yet expand our ability to offer you multiple services in one event without any hiccups.

Dustin & Cynthia's Wedding

2008-08-17T20:57:00.000-07:00

Well it wouldn't be the middle of August in Arizona if I didn't have at least one outdoor wedding! Despite the heat and humidity, this was one more beautiful wedding. It was held in the backyard of the bride's parents. I visited them the day before to check on things and they had a crew of about 20 still doing major landscape work! They ended up pulling it off though and everyone had a fun time.

They had rented a dance floor from a local party supplier which worked out very well and we had it packed for most of the evening!

Derek and Monica Wedding

2008-08-10T15:59:00.001-07:00

Well another Saturday, another wedding! This was the wedding of Derek and Monica held at the Solera Country Club in Chandler, AZ. This was a very beautiful venue and actually ranks as one the better weddings of recent months. Everything was very well organized from the caterers to the decoraters, and of course, the DJ! The crowd also was itchin' for a good time which made for a very fun evening.

Normally I don't like being put on a stage as it tends to distract from the overall look of a reception and can mess up the sound, but the building had been designed well acoustically so it actually was a benefit to the audio.

I received many complements on the music selection and many actually asked for a copy of the playlist so here it is!

Frank Sinatra – Somewhere Beyond the Sea
Chris Rice – When Did You Fall (In Love With Me)
Feist – 1234
Michael Buble – Lazy River
Mocean Worker – Chick A Boom Boom
Colbie Caillat – Bubbly
Frank Sinatra – I’ve Got the World On A String
Diana Ross & The Supremes – My Guy
Israel Kamakawiwo’ole – Over The Rainbow
Bill Withers – Just The Two of Us
Norah Jones – Come Away With Me
James Taylor – How Sweet It Is To Be Loved By You
Frank Sinatra – I Get A Kick Out Of You
Ryan Shupe – Dream Big
Nat King Cole – I Love You For Sentimental Reasons
Perry Como – Some Enchanted Evening
Enrique Iglesias – Somebody is Me
Louis Armstrong – What A Wonderful World
Michael Buble – Mack the Knife
Rob Thomas – Street Corner Symphony
Anna Nalick – Breathe
Frank Sinatra – Love and Marriage
Ella Fitzgerald – At Last
Chris Deburgh – Lady In Red
Tim McGraw – My Little Girl
Fiddler on the Roof Soundtrack – Sunrise, Sunset
O’Jays – For the Love of Money
LeAnne Womack – I Hope You Dance
Jive Bunny & the Mastermixers – Swing the Mood
Casper – Cha Cha Slide (Part 2)
Village People – YMCA
Jennifer Lopez – Let’s Get Loud
Five for Fighting – 100 Years
Ani Difranco – Wishing and Hoping
Queen – Another One Bites the Dust
U2 – Mission Impossible Theme (Techno)
Right Said Fred – I’m Too Sexy
Lynard Skynard – Sweet Home Alabama
Edwin McCain – I’ll Be
Kool and the Gang - Celebration

Colby and Danielle Wedding

2008-08-09T13:10:00.001-07:00

Last night was the wedding of Colby and Danielle held at the Wright House in Mesa, AZ. The event started a little bit later than some but the crowd came ready for a fun night. The venue was such that the bride and groom were having a receiving line in one building, the hors d'oeuvres and refreshements in another, and me in the corner of the dance hall, with a large courtyard area for people to stroll and mix and mingle.

Wrangling everyone together was difficult at times but it was a gorgeous reception. Everyone got the chance to dance a bunch and the bride and groom said they had a blast!

A word about our lighting...

2008-08-04T21:50:00.000-07:00

Lights are exciting! When having a party and especially when involving a dance, a mood has to be set. Lighting is an effective medium to achieve exactly that. Variable, quick, responsive, and powerful lighting will take any party and/or dance and step it up a notch. Our lighting was carefully researched and evaluated to create the best possible atmosphere for your next event. We have all forms of lighting from professionally stage lighting systems to intelligent effects lighting and fog machines. These all combine to make your event the most memorable it can be. We are experienced to know what lighting will be most effective and tasteful for your specific event.

A word about our equipment...

2008-08-04T21:37:00.000-07:00

At KT Sound Productions we use only the most advanced and latest technology to make the music sound great from manufacturers such as JBL, Mackie, QSC, and Sennheiser. This all combines to provide incredible sound reinforcement to handle any size venue, large or small. All DJs can play music, but few know how to play them the right way. KT Sound Productions offers one of the most comprehensive music libraries in the Valley. Our extensive collection is maintained on a computerized database with the hottest hits in Dance, Oldies, R&B, Rock, Country, Big Band and more.

Ready for the next thing in DJing? Do you want to see your favorite artists perform at your next event? Well now you can!
KT Sound Productions offers a digital video projection system, on a mobile basis. This give you the opportunity to have all your favorite music videos projected on to the huge screen. The show also includes incorporating stunning visual images, pictures of your wedding or event and even a live audience cam! This is your opportunity to make your party different from any other, leaving a lasting memory for all that attends.

Show Low High School Prom

2008-08-04T21:27:00.000-07:00

Here are a few pics of a recent prom that I DJ'd. There were a few hundred kids there but it was held in a giant concrete, square room producing a lot of echo and dead spots but overall it worked out. The wind was blowing outside at about 50 miles an hour though so the girls were pretty upset to get their hair messed up!

Wedding Promo Video

2008-08-04T20:09:00.000-07:00

Enjoy our Wedding Promo Video! Just a VERY small sample of some of our work!

Welcome to the new KTSP blog!

2008-08-04T17:57:00.000-07:00

Okay so I'm really excited to announce to you the new KT Sound Productions blog! I will be posting here from time to time different videos and sound bytes and some really cool pictures as well as some informative content and links to help you with your next event. If you have any questions make sure to contact me at kendall@ktsoundproductions.com. Thanks for checking it out!