DJ Karnival: DJ Hire, Vinyl Only Nights & Wedding DJ
Book DJ Karnival for your night. Behind the counter at Vintage Vinyl is Karl, who has been DJing for 30 years. Now you can book him as a DJ for your bar, club, wedding or private party, across Swadlincote, Burton upon Trent, Derby, Tamworth, Leicester and Nottingham.
A packed floor at a DJ Karnival party
Vinyl Only Nights: Funk, Soul & Disco
No laptop, no playlists on a screen. Just two turntables, a crate of records and a DJ who knows every one of them. The music is mainly funk, soul and disco, played the way it was made to be heard: warm, loud and on wax.
A vinyl only night feels different. People come up to the booth to see what's spinning, and the dance floor fills up with people who remember these records and people hearing them for the first time. Every record comes from the same crates you can dig through in our shop in Swadlincote.
Clubs & Bars: R&B, House & Club Tracks
For clubs and bars, DJ Karnival plays mainly R&B, house and club tracks. He reads the room, builds the energy through the night and keeps the floor busy from the first track to the last.
Weddings & Private Parties
From the first dance to the last song of the night, Karl plays for your crowd, whether that's grandparents who want Motown or friends who want the anthems. Birthdays, anniversaries, family parties and themed nights all welcome.
The kit
DJ Karnival brings his own full setup, so all you need is a plug socket:
- The latest Pioneer DJ controller technology
- His own turntables and records for vinyl only nights
- Speakers
- Lighting
Areas covered
Swadlincote, Burton, Derby, Tamworth, Leicester and Nottingham. Further afield? Just ask.
Prices
Every night is different, so call for a quote on 07581 086363 or use the form below.
Recent gigs
A few of the places DJ Karnival has played lately.
Revolución de Cuba, Nottingham
Revolución de Cuba, Nottingham
The Cutting Room, Melton Mowbray
Catch DJ Karnival live
- Friday 30 October 2026: Halloween Party at Ubar, Tamworth. 8pm till late, free entry.
DJ hire questions
How much does it cost to hire DJ Karnival?
Every night is different, so we price each booking individually. Call 07581 086363 or use the form on this page for a quote.
What areas do you cover?
Swadlincote, Burton upon Trent, Derby, Tamworth, Leicester, Nottingham and the villages around them. Further afield? Just ask.
Do you bring your own DJ equipment?
Yes. DJ Karnival brings his own full setup: the latest Pioneer DJ controller technology, his own turntables and records, speakers and lighting. All the venue needs is a plug socket.
What is a vinyl only night?
A night played entirely on records, using two turntables and crates of vinyl, with no laptop. DJ Karnival's vinyl only sets are mainly funk, soul and disco.
What music do you play in clubs and bars?
Mainly R&B, house and club tracks, read to the room to keep the dance floor busy.
Do you DJ weddings and private parties?
Yes. Weddings, birthdays, anniversaries, family parties and themed nights, from the first dance to the last song.
Get in touch
Tell us the date, the venue and what kind of night you're after using the form below, call 07581 086363, or pop into the shop at 56 High Street, Swadlincote, DE11 8HS.