DJ Gilad Emesh
Founder & Lead DJ · Israeli DJ & Bilingual MC in Los Angeles
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Meet DJ Gilad Emesh
Israeli-born professional DJ, bilingual MC, and founder of On Air Productions LA. 20+ 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 20 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' leading Israeli DJ.
Verified Client Reviews
Real 5-Star Reviews for DJ Gilad
Genuine reviews from real On Air Productions LA clients.
“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. If you're thinking about booking them, just do it. You won't regret it.”
“Gilad and his team turned our wedding into something we still talk about every single day. The energy on that dance floor was unlike anything I've ever seen at a wedding. Every song, every transition, every moment was perfectly timed. Our guests couldn't stop dancing until midnight.”
“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!”
“I cannot say enough about how amazing this team is. From the initial consultation to the last song of the night, everything was flawless. DJ Gilad has an incredible sense of music and really listened to what we wanted. Our ceremony was emotional and our reception was electric.”
“DJ Gilad was an amazing DJ at our wedding! He played a good mix of American, Israeli, oldies, EDM and now that I think of it — a little bit of everything! He even threw in a few extra treats for us! Very professional and easy to work with. Highly recommend!”
“As Israelis living in LA, we needed someone who truly understood Israeli music and culture. Gilad was incredible — he played the perfect mix of Israeli classics, modern hits, and Arabic music for our mixed crowd. The hora was insane. Our families are still talking about it.”
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Frequently Asked Questions
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 20 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.
DJ Gilad Emesh has 20+ 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.
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.
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.
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.
