Founder & Lead DJ
DJ Gilad Emesh
Israeli-born professional DJ, bilingual MC, and founder of On Air Productions LA. 18+ years of experience creating extraordinary celebrations for Los Angeles' Israeli and Jewish community — and beyond.
His Story
From Israel to Los Angeles
Born and raised in Israel, Gilad Emesh grew up immersed in the rich tapestry of Israeli music and culture — from classic Israeli folk songs to Mizrahi rhythms, from intimate family gatherings to the energy of Israeli celebrations. Music was not just something he listened to. It was the language through which he understood community, tradition, and joy.
When Gilad arrived in Los Angeles, he brought that cultural fluency with him — and quickly recognized that the Israeli and Jewish community of Los Angeles was underserved by entertainment professionals who truly understood their traditions. He founded On Air Productions LA with a singular mission: to deliver the most authentic, culturally connected, and professionally excellent event entertainment Los Angeles had ever seen.
More than 18 years later, On Air Productions LA has produced thousands of events — Israeli weddings, Jewish celebrations, Bar & Bat Mitzvahs, Persian-Jewish parties, corporate galas, and private celebrations — at the finest venues in Los Angeles and beyond. DJ Gilad has become the most trusted name in Israeli and Jewish event entertainment in Southern California.
What has never changed is his personal commitment: DJ Gilad Emesh personally performs at every event he books. No substitutes. No hand-offs. When you book Gilad, you get Gilad — the same artist, the same passion, and the same dedication that has made him Los Angeles' #1 Israeli DJ.
Client Reviews
What Clients Say About DJ Gilad
“Gilad is the real thing. Not a DJ who plays Israeli music — a DJ who grew up in Israel and brings that authenticity to every song choice, every Hebrew announcement, every moment. Our Israeli family was completely at home.”
“We have been to many Bar Mitzvahs in Los Angeles. None of them had entertainment like DJ Gilad delivered. The Hora was the best we have ever witnessed. He personally stayed engaged with our family from the first meeting to the last dance.”
“Booking DJ Gilad was the best decision we made for our wedding. He understood exactly what we wanted — bilingual celebration, Israeli energy, sophisticated dinner music — and delivered all of it perfectly. He personally DJed the whole night.”
“I hired Gilad for my 50th birthday and he made it feel like a Tel Aviv celebration in Calabasas. The music, the energy, the Hebrew MC moments for my Israeli family — absolutely perfect. Every guest was asking for his contact.”
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Why Clients Choose DJ Gilad
About DJ Gilad
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is DJ Gilad Emesh?
DJ Gilad Emesh is the founder and lead DJ of On Air Productions LA. Born and raised in Israel, Gilad brought his passion for music and celebration to Los Angeles over 18 years ago and built one of the most respected event entertainment companies in the city. He specializes in Israeli and Jewish weddings, Bar & Bat Mitzvahs, corporate events, and private celebrations.
How many years of experience does DJ Gilad Emesh have?
DJ Gilad Emesh has 18+ years of professional DJ experience in Los Angeles. Over that time, he has produced thousands of events ranging from intimate weddings to large-scale corporate galas and spectacular Bar & Bat Mitzvah celebrations.
Is DJ Gilad Emesh Israeli?
Yes — DJ Gilad Emesh was born and raised in Israel. He brings authentic firsthand knowledge of Israeli culture, music, and Jewish traditions to every event. This authentic cultural expertise is one of the primary reasons Israeli and Jewish families in Los Angeles consistently choose him for their most important celebrations.
Does DJ Gilad Emesh speak Hebrew?
Yes. DJ Gilad Emesh is a native Hebrew speaker and provides fully bilingual English/Hebrew DJ and MC services. He can host events entirely in Hebrew, entirely in English, or seamlessly blend both languages — making every guest, regardless of background, feel fully included.
Will DJ Gilad Emesh personally DJ my event?
DJ Gilad Emesh personally DJs every event that he books. He does not send a substitute or hand off events to other DJs. When you book DJ Gilad, you get DJ Gilad. This personal commitment is a cornerstone of the On Air Productions LA experience.
Book DJ Gilad For Your Event
DJ Gilad personally handles every inquiry and every event. Reach out today to check availability for your date.
