MESSES

Marc Robert Esses, professionally known as MESSES, is the founder, president, and CEO of MESSES Entertainment — a high-energy entertainment company built around unforgettable live experiences. As a drummer, DJ, producer, singer, songwriter, and entertainer with more than 25 years of professional experience, MESSES has performed for audiences across more than 30 countries and continues to bring his signature energy to stages, clubs, festivals, weddings, and private events throughout the United States.

Based in the northern suburbs of Chicago, MESSES has become a recognizable name in both the local and international music scene. From explosive live drum performances and packed DJ sets to interactive Bingo, karaoke, and special events, MESSES Entertainment is known for creating an atmosphere that feels exciting, authentic, and completely unforgettable.

Every performance is tailored specifically to the energy and vision of the event. Whether the goal is an elegant and sophisticated atmosphere or a full-scale party experience, MESSES adapts seamlessly to create the perfect flow for the crowd. His background as a touring musician and live performer translates directly into the professionalism, crowd engagement, and versatility he brings to every event.

Throughout his career, MESSES has performed at iconic venues across the country including St. Andrews Hall (The Shelter), Majestic Theatre, Granada Theater, Bottom Lounge, and The Waiting Room, among many others. That extensive live-performance experience has helped shape a performance style that blends professionalism, adaptability, charisma, and nonstop energy.

At its core, MESSES Entertainment is about creating moments people remember long after the night ends — whether behind the drums, in the DJ booth, hosting interactive events, or bringing a packed dance floor to life.

DJ Danny Vintage is an experienced general manager and open-format DJ known for combining high-level event leadership with refined, crowd-focused entertainment. In his management role, he oversees partner-level responsibilities including venue relations, client experience, event coordination, business development, and operational execution — bringing a professional, solutions-oriented approach to every event and partnership.

Alongside his leadership responsibilities, Danny is recognized for delivering polished, high-energy DJ sets with a strong focus on classics and timeless crowd favorites. His style blends oldies, country, rock, hip hop, and party anthems into a nostalgic yet energetic atmosphere that connects across generations.

With a deep understanding of musical flow and crowd engagement, he seamlessly mixes recognizable hits and feel-good favorites into curated sets designed to keep guests singing, dancing, and fully immersed in the experience. Whether performing at weddings, private celebrations, nightlife events, or special occasions.

DJ AK is a versatile, open-format DJ known for delivering polished, high-energy sets with a strong focus on classics, timeless crowd favorites, and today’s popular hits. His sound blends country, rock, hip hop, mainstream music, and throwback favorites to create an energetic atmosphere that connects with audiences across generations.

With a strong understanding of musical flow and crowd engagement, DJ AK seamlessly blends recognizable hits and feel-good anthems to keep guests singing, dancing, and fully immersed in the experience. From classic rock staples and country favorites to hip hop essentials, throwbacks, and mainstream hits, his selections are carefully curated to match the energy and personality of each room.

Whether performing at a private celebration, wedding, corporate event, or special occasion, DJ AK focuses on creating a fun, memorable experience through great music, seamless transitions, and genuine crowd connection.