Brent Rolland

"...always LOVE working with you!  You blend kindness, fun, and truly the best music, better than anyone I know." 
– KELLY LYNCH, CO-OWNER OF SHUTTERBOOTH, 2021

Brent is the life of every party and event bringing his blend of fun, professionalism, and empathy to every experience. Brent has numerous 5-star ratings on online platforms and over 18 years of experience in events of all kinds. Brent is a BFA graduate in Interactive Media of the International Academy of Design and Technology. His DJ prowess has been cultivated from love of music, people, and hosting at Fig’s internship program in 2005. Brent’s love of music came from his mother, a CPS veteran arts/music teacher, and his grandfather, a former Marine and jazz aficionado.

Brent is a nerd of many kinds—Japanese anime and culture, game shows, Legos, voice actors, and food, especially ramen.

Brent is a Christian and serves his church, New Community Covenant in Bronzeville.

 Playlists, Mixes, and Videos

 Praise

“We can't say enough about how amazing it was to work with Brent as our DJ. Brent was professional and energetic from the first encounter. He took notes on everything we talked about at our initial meeting. Brent answered every question we had and was also very responsive to any follow up emails. He would always get back to us in a timely manner and take the initiative to check-in-with us. He gave us very helpful advice throughout the planning process. He was incredibly helpful and was even able to provide suggestions for event details outside of his DJ role that were fantastic. He worked incredibly well with all of our vendors. His reliability and interest in our event allowed us to have a nice comfortable relationship in place before the day our event. At the event, everyone had a great time dancing and he kept the party going the whole night. Our guests were on the dance floor the entire time! Brent played a perfect mix of music to keep the crowd up and dancing and having fun. He was very in tune to the crowd and the event. He is not a flashy/obnoxious DJ, which we appreciated. His focus is on playing great music and keeping the party going!! We highly recommend him for any event and hope to use his services again in the future.”

– Danielle Broadwater, Associate Director, Special Events, University of Chicago Laboratory Schools (2021)

“Best dj ever! I cannot even begin to tell about how amazing it was to work with Fig Media! Brent was absolutely incredible from the first moment we spoke. Brent is one of the most professional, organized, kind and talented dj’s in the business! Brent captured our vision and nailed the vibe we were trying to achieve perfectly. The dance floor was packed all night and he created for us a night we will never forget! Hire Brent - you won’t regret it! Thank you so much Brent!! ”

— Laurie N. (2018)

“From my initial phone conversation to the final moments of the event, Brent was meticulously detailed and dedicated to creating an incredible ambiance for my event. He was able to take the theme of the event and seamless weave it into the music he chose and the tone he took with guests. He was a huge help in timing out the night and brought so much professionalism to his craft that went above and beyond my expectations for a DJ/Emcee. He really made the event the a success and we look forward to collaborating with him for next years event! ”

— Alex S., Lyon Family Foundation (2017)

“From beginning to end, the collaboration with Brent in creating the right music selection to progress us through the 4.5 hour event was smooth, creative, collaborative and flawlessly executed. From creating the playlist for the cocktail reception, to the smooth transition into our live performance during dinner and then into the after-party vibe to round out the night, the planning was both creative and inspired—the execution flawless and exactly what we had discussed, complete with the innate ability to read the room and keep the vibe going. Fantastic partnership from beginning to end.”

— Cory F., Next Level Event Design (2016)

“Dear Brent: I was one of the parents at the Walker PTO Fundraiser in Clarendon Hills (at Neat Bar and Restaurant in Westmont, IL) last fall. I just came across your card and wanted to extend my thanks for your contribution to the fun we all had.  I was thrilled to learn you represented Fig Media—the same company which had played at my husband’s and my wedding at Spiaggia in Chicago back in 2006. We had a wonderful time with you guys then, and I’m glad to say, you guys still have it now 11 years later. Keep up with the great work.”

— Colleen S. (2016)

“Well…you’re officially the most awesome DJ on the planet. Ever. You absolutely killed it last night—from helping SHUSSSSH the loud crowd so we could make more money, to being the coolest party-starter, party carrier and party ender ever. Thanks for dealing with my requests, the over-served mamas and the noise whiners .. I thought it was all SO PERFECT and you were amazing. I’ve already given out your contact info to four people! Thank you, thank you, thank you!!!!”

— Katie K.