Dennis About Me

We don’t just provide entertainment... We create it!

Dennis

is originally from New Jersey and it’s there where he broke into the professional Mobile DJ scene. Although he does not have a music degree or was never in a band, Dennis was always the guy that handled the music. From turning his parents garage into a make shift club early in high school, hosting “house” parties in college, to huge backyard events… it was all about the music. “DennisFest” was his brain child. It encompassed a live band, a ton of people, fireworks and Dennis spinning the tunes for an annual all-day/night party at the house. Like most mobile DJ’s, Dennis started working for a company. He listened to the advice of his family and friends and went off on his own, creating Life’s A Party DJ Entertainment. Dennis has a passion and respect for what he does. His enjoyment comes from people having fun at his parties. His business model was simple: give people exactly what they want, involve them in the planning process and deliver the best performance. In June 2009, It was apparent that he shares many of the same business philosophies and visions as Vinny and Diane. Dennis decided to bring his DJ business over to Split Second Sound DJ Services. Together they have embodied the spirit of a full service company that goes beyond just being a DJ. Dennis is also involved in charitable events that give back to the Charlotte community. He is one of the organizers of an annual golf outing that benefits A Child's Place here in Charlotte, NC. A Child’s Place works to erase the impact of homelessness on children and their education. Dennis regularly volunteers his services to the Muscular Dystrophy Association. He’s provided entertainment and was the MC for the Stride and Ride event, brought the Wii party to the Muscle Team event at the Bank of America stadium and does a Dance Party for the MDA summer camp.

My Blog

Been a while....
Posted on: April-23, 2012 | Post By: Dennis Mercurio
My wedding season is in full swing and have had the pleasure to be a part of my bride and groom's special day.  It means the world to me that they trust me and Split Second Sound to provide the entertainment for their wedding.  Most importantly is the flow of the event that we manage so that the whole event is smooth and everything is taken care of for them.In general I look forward to Saturday's knowing that I have a wedding and we are a part of their special day.More to come from a guy that's 'living the dream'........  read more »


Back to back...
Posted on: October-19, 2011 | Post By: Dennis Mercurio
On Saturday October 15th I was at the Ballantyne Hotel for a wedding.  My bride and groom are ballroom dancers and they looked like they were floating on the dance floor.  Sarah Hall was the planner and it was great working with her and Elizabeth.Sunday October 16th we were at the Firethorn Country Club, another great location to have a wedding or a party.  The staff is amazingly efficient and Pam is always great to work with.  My bride, Anna Maria, was simply stunning and her groom Corey was looking good too.  We had a custom monogram over the fireplace and it looked awesome!More fun coming up this weekend!...  read more »


The fun continues...
Posted on: September-24, 2011 | Post By: Dennis Mercurio
Last night was an amazing reception at Bontera Resturant in Charlotte, its an old church that has a lot of "old time" class and style. As usual the food was amazing.  The party was rocking and they had us stay late.  I know its a great party when the staff is dancing.  We worked with Indigo Photography, Mimi and Jay are a pleasure to work with.  Danielle was my assistant and she was great.The bride wore blue shoes with a peacock feather, i never seen shoes so amazing!Today Ben and I are heading to the Biltmore Estate in Asheville, NC for another wedding reception.  Working with Asheville Events who are always fun to work with.I'm expecting more of the same fun and good time as we had last night.I love to DJ and create lasting memories!...  read more »


Two in a row...
Posted on: September-18, 2011 | Post By: Dennis Mercurio
Saturday September 10th and Saturday September 17 I found myself at the Duke Mansion.  Both weddings had over 100 guests at each event.  The Duke Mansion is a wonderful location for a ceremony and reception plus they have rooms for guests to stay over night. Special thanks to Amanda Pagano from Isabels Corner Video for coming out to shoot us in action last night.  Eye Dialog provided upligts around the room and also had stars and a moon illuminated on the ceiling.The staff at Duke is amazing and lead by Jessica (I'm DJing her wedding in November) and also Dianna, they keep the food service moving in an efficient manner and we keep the music and flow of the event going.Split Second did the first wedding at Duke and we continue to be the number one DJ at the Duke Mansion.Duke Mansion along with Split Second Sound is an amazing combination......  read more »


Last Weekend
Posted on: June-14, 2011 | Post By: Dennis Mercurio
A great weekend...  On Friday I was at Raintree Country Club for a Sweet 16 party- a pool party!  The kids had a blast and they danced to traditional Greek songs after singing happy birthday.Saturday brought me to Firethorn Country Club for a wedding that had unique introductions, a wedding cake that traveled from Ohio and a lot of dancing.On Sunday I got to work with Vinny Esposito at the Holiday Inn Uptown.  A ceremony on the roof top and reception in the ballroom.  Folks danced the night away till Midnight and it was a Sunday.  Now that's a good time.I'm looking forward to my weddings this weekend.  Im fortunate to be a part of such a special day in so many lives, creating memories that last forever!...  read more »


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Split Second Sound
P.O. Box 3025
Matthews, NC 28106
Phone: (704) 907-9507
Fax: (704) 821-1533

Testimonials

Derek Andreas
25 Feb 2012
I cannot say enough good things about Derek and Split Second Sound. He contacted me a few times before the event to...

Samantha Jennings

Jonny Piscitelli
17 Mar 2012
All the employees at Split Second Sound were wonderful but the person who really went above and beyond was Jonny,...

Sara Barkman

Mark Melchior
28 Jan 2012
I don't even know where to start... they were just amazing. Completely professional. They knew exactly what they were doing-...

Amanda O'Connor

Vinny Esposito
30 Apr 2011
Dear Split Second Sound Team,   Adam and I would like to thank you from the bottom of our hearts for...

Ashleigh Sullivan

Vinny Esposito
31 Oct 2009
I just wanted to take a minute to thank you for such a great time at our wedding on Saturday....

Lily Lieu

Vinny Esposito
6 Sep 2009
I would like to rate all questions as Exceeded Expectations! I have absolutely no complaints, everything was wonderful! My friends...

Jamie Bubenzer

Vinny Esposito
5 Feb 2011
Hello Vinny, Hope you are doing well. I didn’t  have a chance to say goodbye on Saturday night. I really...

Dorianne Bellamy

Vinny Esposito
20 Jun 2009
"Richard and I would absolutely say "Exceeded all expections!" for all three of the questions. We had an absolutely wonderful...

Rene Burkley

Vinny Esposito
5 Sep 2010
Vinny & Jonny were wonderful and I am so glad that I choose them. It was more then I dreamed...

Kristine Fedor

Vinny Esposito
16 May 2009
"Vinny and his assistant, did a fantastic job with our wedding. Everyone that was in attendance had so much fun...

John & Holly Tidikis

Michael Finch
29 Oct 2011
DJ Michael Finch did the music for our wedding in Lake Lure. The venue was small and the crowd was small...

Lisa Hopkins

Joey Verde
17 Dec 2011
Split Second Sound was absolutely amazing. My DJ's, Joey and Levar, were amazing. They made my wedding reception flow perfectly and...

Ashley Hagwood

Levar Gladden
9 Jul 2011
Hi Michelle, you have been AMAZING throughout this process. You helped me get to and through our wedding day without...

Syrena McKenzie

Levar Gladden
15 May 2010
LeVar-I just wanted to thank you for DJing my wedding on May 15th.  Everyone said it was the best wedding...

Mahailey Davis Nettles

Vinny Esposito
4 Oct 2008
"Let me tell you- everyone is still talking about how much fun our wedding was and how awesome you were!!!...

Bryan & Stephanie Fitzpatrick

Dennis Mercurio
23 Sep 2011
Dennis was everything we wanted in a DJ.  He went above and beyond asking myself and Mike if he could get us...

Brandy Hickman

Dennis Mercurio
30 Jul 2011
I have nothing but amazing things to say about Dennis! He was so much fun and really ...

Hanna Jones

Dennis Mercurio
20 Jun 2009
I was afraid at first hiring a DJ because at all of the weddings I have been to the DJ...

Melanie S

Rashaad Wynn
7 Aug 2010
We had a bit of a crisis on our hands with the previous DJ that we booked through another company.  He called...

Corey

Rashaad Wynn
22 Oct 2011
Rashaad and Mike did everything perfectly! Just as Rashaad's online reviews boast, he's an amazing MC and REALLY gets the party going!...

Laura Ferguson

Rashaad Wynn
3 Sep 2011
I must say that Rashaad and Eddie were absolutely wonderful!! I truly could not have asked for a better MC than Rashaad!...

Amanda Collins

Derek Andreas
23 Jul 2011
I just wanted to share how pleased we were with our DJs Derek and Jordan M. The reception was great and...

Siobhan Grant

Derek Andreas
28 May 2011
 I'm more than happy to tell you that the wedding was wonderful.  All of the guests were very engaged at...

Joanne Rychlik

Derek Andreas
16 May 2009
You guys EXCEEDED my expectations! Derek was on top of things, especially when it came to things my other vendors...

Steph McElveen

Steve Bradle
30 Apr 2011
My husband, Craig, and I were married on April 30, 2011. We held the reception at Bonterra in Dilworth and...

Kelley Flowe

Steve Bradle
18 Jun 2011
Steve and Alina were AWESOME!! Steve met with me before the wedding to secure all details. He was very specific and clear about...

Heather Addison

Steve Bradle
14 Aug 2010
  Split Second Sound was amazing to work with from the very beginning.  The moment we met with Steve and...

Natalie Dills

Steve Bradle
1 Jan 2010
Our wedding was fantastic… We had a dream ceremony and then came the reception. All my guests were so excited...

Cathy Farnham

Eric Weinbrenner
5 Mar 2011
Eric and Neil and the team- You did an outstanding job. You really made the event! Everyone had a...

Celeste Barone

Eric Weinbrenner
12 Mar 2011
Our event was FABULOUS!!!!  Eric, Neil and Rashaad were amazing as were the party motivators.  We have not stopped ...

Wanda Greenfield

Eric Weinbrenner
27 Feb 2010
I can't thank you enough for the job you did at Dan and Jake's Bar Mitzvah party.  You heard what...

Sheri Jessell

Eric Weinbrenner
2 Oct 2010
  I just wanted to let you know that Eric was AWESOME at our wedding celebration on Oct. 2!  He...

Cory Lippard

James Dickens
15 Oct 2011
We were totally impressed with JD's professionalism, and loved his fun, laid-back, smooth style of DJing our wedding. It was...

Jule Barnitt

Jonathan Kessler
21 May 2011
Eddie & Jon were INCREDIBLE. Being wedding photographers ourselves, Walter & I both know how important a good DJ is to a wedding....

Heather Garland

James Dickens
24 Sep 2011
Where do I start? Jonathan and James (JD) were assigned to my wedding and they were, in one word, INCREDIBLE! As soon...

Justin Pompey

Eric Jaundoo
17 Sep 2011
We had a great experience using SSS. I felt like Eric really listened to our requests and the ceremony and the...

Emily Blair

Jonny Piscitelli
9 Apr 2011
JONNY & ERIC J....EFFORTLESS, GREAT, PHENOMENAL, BEYOND MY EXPECTATIONS, TOO GOOD TO BE TRUE!! Split second sound is such a...

Leigha Christenbury

Jonny Piscitelli
23 Oct 2010
My experience with Split Second Sound was fantastic from the very first meeting through the whole preparation. Jonny and Kristen...

Samantha Stapert

Jonny Piscitelli
9 Oct 2010
Jonny and his assistant did an absolutely amazing job at our reception.  They played all the right music , kept...

Brett Peiffer

Joey Verde
7 May 2011
I can not say enough about these guys. Split Second came from a co-worker recommendation and visiting at a...

Mistee Caldwell

Joey Verde
9 Oct 2010
When it comes to top notch DJ services, Joey sets the standard. When it comes to an amazing personality and the ability to...

Jason Clough

Joey Verde
9 Oct 2010
The music was flawless. You are a consummate professional and a great all-around guy. Thank you for making our special...

Jason Clough

Neil McCleery
22 Oct 2011
I can’t tell you how wonderful Neil was! He was simply outstanding at making sure that everything was well organized and...

Frances Hartley (Mother of the Bride)

Mark Melchior
21 May 2011
Our DJ, Mark was wonderful and really brought a lot of energy to our reception! Split Second Sound really does...

MaryKatherine Byrd

Jonah Pearl
30 Apr 2011
Words can not describe how amazing Jonah was at our wedding reception. I am still getting compliments about how much...

Jessica Rankin

Jonah Pearl
26 Mar 2011
 Jonah was the perfect fit for the wedding and reception.  His energy, enthusiasm, and attention to detail was excellent.  During...

Parker Sturges

Jonah Pearl
9 Oct 2010
 Thank you Jonah Pearl and Split Second Sound for an awesome job at the Hinely / Reid Wedding Saturday night,...

Janice Hinely

Rashaad Wynn
10 Jul 2010
We just wanted to write a quick email thanking Rashad, and your company, for making our wedding day an absolute...

Anna and Oliver Travieso

Rashaad Wynn
1 Mar 2008
Just wanted to let you know that we thought Rashaad did a great job! He was there on time, had...

Misty Jones

Neil McCleery
1 Aug 2009
Neil and Rashaad did an excellent job for both our ceremony and reception. We left the music selection for the...

Leo Keoing