DJ Gilad Emesh
Israeli DJ & MC in Hebrew and English · On Air Productions LA
At a Glance
Israeli DJ Gilad Emesh of On Air Productions LA is a DJ and an MC in Hebrew and English, based in Los Angeles. He plays Jewish and Israeli weddings, Bar and Bat Mitzvahs, corporate events and private celebrations, mixing Israeli, Hebrew and Mizrahi music with American and international dance music. On Air Productions LA has been in Los Angeles since 2005, with 1,000+ events. The DJ for each event is matched from the team and confirmed when the event is planned.
About
Meet DJ Gilad Emesh
Israeli professional DJ and Hebrew-English MC of On Air Productions LA. 20+ years of DJing and hosting 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. On Air Productions LA grew from one aim: to give Israeli and Jewish families in Los Angeles a DJ who knows their music and their traditions from the inside.
More than 20 years later, On Air Productions LA has produced more than 1,000 events — Israeli weddings, Jewish celebrations, Bar & Bat Mitzvahs, Persian-Jewish parties, corporate galas, and private celebrations — at venues across Los Angeles and beyond. Israeli and Jewish celebrations are still at the heart of that work across Southern California.
What has never changed is his commitment. He still plays with the same passion and dedication he has brought to Israeli and Jewish celebrations for 20+ years — and the plan you make with us is exactly what happens on the night.
Verified Client Reviews
Real 5-Star Reviews for DJ Gilad
Genuine reviews from real On Air Productions LA clients.
“If I could give On Air Productions LA more than 5 stars, I would! As a bride, one of my biggest wishes was to have a wedding where everyone was on the dance floor from beginning to end—and that’s exactly what happened thanks to DJ Gilad Emesh. From our first conversation, Gilad was professional, attentive, and genuinely cared about making our day unforgettable. He understood our vision, read the crowd perfectly, and created the most incredible energy all night long. Every song flowed seamlessly, and our guests are still talking about how amazing the music was. The entire team at On Air Productions LA made everything feel smooth and stress-free, allowing us to truly enjoy every moment of our special day. If you’re looking for an entertainment company that is reliable, talented, and knows how to create an unforgettable celebration, I couldn’t recommend them more. Thank you, On Air Productions LA and DJ Gilad Emesh, for making our wedding the best night of our lives!”
“Honestly couldn’t have asked for a better DJ experience. We booked On Air Productions LA for our wedding and DJ Gilad Emesh absolutely crushed it. From the first song to the last, the energy was exactly what we wanted. He really knows how to read the crowd and keep people dancing nonstop. Super easy to work with, very professional and such a great vibe overall. Everything felt smooth and stress-free, which is exactly what you want on your big day. If you’re thinking about booking them, just do it. You won’t regret it.”
“We hired On Air Productions for our wedding and we couldn't have gone with a better choice! After doing a lot of research and talking with multiple DJs/companies, we knew that DJ Gilad Emesh would be right for us. He is so friendly and easy to talk to that we felt comfortable with him right away. It was extremely important for us that our wedding have the type of music and vibe that would make it a continuous dance party while also representing our cultures (we are Israeli and Russian). Gilad was a pleasure to work with and a very experienced professional. We were impressed by how knowledgable and able he was to incorporate all types of music (dance, electronic, latin, russian, israeli, hip hop, etc), and also went the extra mile by helping us decide on the flow of our wedding schedule. He was able to bring the style we wanted and get everyone on the dance floor and read the crowd. So many friends and family members (both younger and older) complimented us on how great he was! The emcee that worked with Gilad was also fantastic and spoke very naturally with the crowd without being too involved, which was exactly what we wanted. If you are considering hiring On Air Pros, definitely don't hesitate- you can rest assured that you are in great hands and won't regret it! Thank you so much Gilad!!”
“DJ Gilad provided the music and lighting for my wedding! He played an excellent mix of music and had people on the dance floor all night long! Gilad is super nice, flexible, and easy to work with. I’m so glad we chose him and I’d 100% recommend him for any upcoming event!”
“DJ Gilad just did our wedding. He was absolutely awesome. From the initial phone conversation we had, I had a great feeling from him. He then met in person and he took note of everything we wanted, the music, the vibe, etc….. he provided us with great music, an amazing photo booth that everyone loved, and uplighting for all of our trees. I recommend him highly for all of your events. He’s a great communicator and very professional at what he does. We will definitely be using him again in the future for any of our party needs. Thank you Gilad.”
“What a night we had for our wedding DJ Gilad had the whole room dancing and that's not easy especially with my family. We had people from all over and all ages and he catered to them perfectly with his mix and amazing saxophonist. Thank you again Gilad for the amazing service and mixes you helped make for us to make our vision of the night come alive and usher in our marriage with happiness and good vibes.”
What He Brings
Why Clients Choose DJ Gilad
Events He Plays
Weddings, Mitzvahs, Jewish & Israeli Celebrations
From a Jewish or Israeli wedding to a Bar Mitzvah, a corporate event or a private party, every booking can add an MC, live musicians and production from the same On Air team. See how each one is planned:
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who is DJ Gilad Emesh?
Israeli DJ Gilad Emesh of On Air Productions LA is a DJ and an MC in Hebrew and English. Born and raised in Israel, Gilad brought his passion for music and celebration to Los Angeles over 20 years ago, and On Air Productions LA has been in Los Angeles since 2005. 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 20+ years of professional DJ experience in Los Angeles. Over that time, he has produced more than 1,000 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 he plays. 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 DJ and MC services in Hebrew and English. He can host events entirely in Hebrew, entirely in English, or seamlessly blend both languages — making every guest, regardless of background, feel fully included.
Who will DJ my event?
Israeli DJ Gilad Emesh is one of the DJs of On Air Productions LA. We match a DJ from our team to your crowd, your music and your date, and confirm who it is when we plan the event together.
Who is Gilad Emesh, the Israeli DJ in Los Angeles?
Israeli DJ Gilad Emesh of On Air Productions LA is a DJ based in Los Angeles, playing weddings, Bar and Bat Mitzvahs and Jewish and Israeli celebrations in Hebrew and English. On Air Productions LA brings one team that plans and runs the music, an MC, live musicians, LED walls, lighting and production, so a whole celebration can be booked in one place.
What events does DJ Gilad Emesh play?
DJ Gilad Emesh plays weddings, Bar and Bat Mitzvahs, Jewish and Israeli celebrations, corporate events and private parties. Jewish and Israeli weddings and Mitzvahs are his specialty, from the chuppah and the candle lighting to a hora with the chair lift.
How do I book DJ Gilad Emesh?
To book DJ Gilad Emesh, call (310) 200-1134 or send an inquiry through the booking page with your date, venue and guest count. We confirm his availability for your date, and you can get a quote in 30 minutes. Reaching out early gives you the widest choice of dates.
Does DJ Gilad Emesh travel outside Los Angeles?
Yes, DJ Gilad Emesh travels with the On Air team to events in Orange County, San Diego, Santa Barbara, Palm Springs, the San Francisco Bay Area and Las Vegas. The team that travels with him plans and runs the event the same way it would in Los Angeles, including the MC, live musicians and production you choose. For a date outside Los Angeles, include the city and venue when you inquire.
Does DJ Gilad Emesh perform with live musicians?
Yes, DJ Gilad Emesh can perform alongside live musicians from the On Air team. A saxophone player can play over his peak dance sets, a live drummer can join him for the hora and the entrances, and a darbuka or bouzouki player adds an Israeli and Mediterranean sound. He also works with live singers, such as a live Israeli singer for the chuppah or a soul and R&B singer for the first dance.
What music does DJ Gilad Emesh play?
DJ Gilad Emesh plays Israeli, Hebrew and Mizrahi music alongside American and international dance music, and he reads the room to decide when each one belongs. At a mixed Israeli and American event, that can mean Hebrew classics at dinner, a hora built on Israeli and Mizrahi hits and open-format dance music late in the night. Every playlist is planned with the couple or family before the event.
Is DJ Gilad Emesh part of On Air Productions LA?
Yes — Israeli DJ Gilad Emesh is one of the DJs of On Air Productions LA, an event entertainment company based in Encino and in Los Angeles since 2005. This page is his profile on onairpros.com, and he is on Instagram as @djgilademesh.
How is DJ Gilad Emesh's name written in Hebrew?
In Hebrew his name is גלעד אמש, and DJ is written די ג'יי — so DJ Gilad Emesh is די ג'יי גלעד אמש.
Book DJ Gilad For Your Event
DJ Gilad and our team handle every inquiry and every event. Reach out today to check availability for your date.
