Chicago's Wedding DJ Since 1982
The Wedding
They'll Never Forget.
Because extraordinary memories don't happen by accident—they're personally crafted.
Check Your Date
Every Wedding Has A Story.
Yours deserves to be unforgettable.
For over four decades, Hot Mix Entertainment has been Chicago's wedding entertainment experience — planning, hosting, music curation and production, personally led by Scott Smokin' Silz, a Knot Hall of Fame inductee with 500+ weddings behind him.
Crystal-clear ceremony audio. Toasts that become family memories. A dance floor that stays packed all night.
Why Couples Choose Scott
Every detail. Every transition. Every moment. Personally crafted.
Personally Performed
Scott hosts and performs your wedding himself — the microphone, the music, the room. You are never handed off to an unknown DJ from a rotating roster.
Thoughtfully Planned
Planning sessions, a minute-by-minute timeline, curated music and concert-grade production — all coordinated with your planner and venue.
A Chicago Legacy
Original Hot Mix 5. Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. Personally creating extraordinary celebrations since 1982.
The Hot Mix Experience
Four simple steps from first hello to the last song of the night.
Check Your Date
Let’s make sure we’re available.
Meet Scott
A relaxed Zoom consultation.
Design Your Celebration
Timeline. Music. Special moments.
Celebrate
We’ll take care of the rest.
Your Wedding Day, Start To Finish
Every moment planned. Every transition handled. Nothing left to chance.
Meet Scott
The relationship starts before a single song is chosen.
Planning
Timeline, music, key moments — mapped together, in detail.
Ceremony
Processional, vows, recessional. Flawless sound, perfect cues.
Cocktail Hour
The right room tone while your guests settle in.
Reception
Introductions, toasts, first dance — hosted with warmth and command.
Packed Dance Floor
Four decades of reading a room, applied to your night.
Memories
The night they talk about for years.
Meet Scott Smokin' Silz
The instincts that filled Chicago radio and packed the city's biggest rooms are the same ones running your night — knowing which song lands at 10:40pm, when to let a moment breathe, and how to keep every generation on their feet.
He plans it, hosts it and performs it personally. Not a sub. Not a franchise. The name on the contract is the name behind the booth.
Chicago's DJ Legend
What Couples Are Saying
“Just back from our honeymoon, I wanted to thank Scott and Hot Mix Entertainment for a wonderful evening. Could not have been happier.”
Charlotte M
“Scott and Hot Mix were amazing! He was knowledgeable, professional and we really trusted him to make it an awesome party. And OMG did he deliver. The dance floor was always full and everyone had an absolute blast. He's been doing this for a while and you can really tell he knows what he is doing to make it the best environment ever! Thanks Hot Mix!!”
Kelsey B
“Scott Smokin' Silz over delivered! We had the most amazing night. FUN! FUN! FUN! You should hire Hot Mix right now. Our friends danced all night and even my husband was on the floor loving the music. Hot Mix was wonderful!”
Lauren D
Good Questions
What Couples Ask First
Who actually performs at my wedding?
Scott “Smokin’” Silz does. He personally performs the weddings he books — planning the run of show, hosting the room and reading the crowd himself. He has personally performed more than 500 weddings.
Do you emcee as well as play music?
Yes. Hosting is part of the experience, not an add-on. Scott handles introductions, announcements and the pacing of the entire reception so the night moves the way you planned it.
What areas around Chicago do you serve?
Chicago, the North Shore, the Northwest and Western suburbs, Cook County, DuPage County, Lake County, Kane County, McHenry County and Will County. Scott also accepts a limited number of regional events each year in Milwaukee, Madison, Southern Wisconsin, Southwest Michigan and Northwest Indiana. Planning an event outside Chicagoland? Contact Scott to discuss availability, travel options and a custom quote.
How long has Hot Mix Entertainment been performing weddings?
Since 1982. Hot Mix Entertainment is a The Knot Best of Weddings Hall of Fame honoree and holds a 5.0-star rating across 105 reviews on The Knot.
Can you add lighting, a monogram or a photo booth?
Yes. Uplighting, gobo monograms, photo booths, dance-floor decor and step-and-repeat backdrops are all available. You can see the full list on the Unforgettable Enhancements page.
How do I find out if my date is available?
Use the Check Your Date form on the site, or schedule a consultation directly. You can also call 773-278-2200.
Still deciding? Check your date and Scott will get back to you personally.
Ready to Begin?
The best celebrations always start with a conversation.