Niall Stevenson grew up in a small town outside Belfast, Ireland. The countryside is mostly green and the culture distinctly Irish. At 21 years old, he got the opportunity to come to the United States to play Irish Hurling -- a game some say is best compared to field hockey. One of the major differences is in field hockey you have a stick with a net; in hurling you have a flat wooden club (do with that what you will). He also played Gaelic Football. Both very physical, dangerous and skillful sports that when played well result in no fatalities. Missing teeth happen, but, as in rugby, the idea is to knock each other silly on the field (with complete respect for the game and each other, mind you) then go raise a pint together afterward.
Playing in San Francisco was a dream come true for Niall as his boyhood hero, Joe Montana, and his favorite American Football team, the 49ers were here as well. Niall has even had the good fortune to meet Joe -- but in his typical style, he downplays it.
One thing he won’t downplay is his affection for his new home. Though the diversity of the Bay Area shocked him at first, it hasn’t stopped impressing him over his ten years since (suffice to say he missed the team flight back home). Living in San Francisco, he’s had the opportunity to fall for Asian, Mexican and South American culture, music and food in one location – though he still enjoys a potato or two.
His competitive playing days are behind him, but he keeps his edge through fitness and his work. He's a sales account executive during the week. It’s a job where his focus is on relationships. He is constantly meeting new people and knows he only has the briefest of moments to gain their trust and build up a rapport.
We guarantee a first-time meeting with Niall comes complete with his infectious laugh, charming Irish Brogue and his warm, Irish eyes smiling.
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"Everything was GREAT! Niall was excellent. I am actually getting married in 2011 and talked to Sue about using you guys -- I think I will have to request Niall!
-Allison Tomkovicz, S&S Supplies Company Party, December 12, 2009
"Niall was fantastic. Couldn't have been better."
-Rosalinda Castaneda, Parkside Cafe, November 27, 2009
"I didn't get to say this to you last night but THANK YOU SO MUCH!! You were one of the most amazing parts of the night. So professional and accomodating - thank you for all of your hard work. It was ABSOLUTELY PERFECT and we are all thrilled!!"
-Kelly Mosby, Round Hill Country Club, October 17, 2009
"Everything was AWESOME! You, D&D was the best choice. Naill rocks!"
-Kelly Landis, Chardonnay Golf Club, October 3, 2009
"We (Nathalie and I) wanted to thank you for being a part of our day. The music was fantastic and you helped the evening flow very well. You even humored me and let me perform a terrible Irish dance - but my grandparents loved it, so who cares. In spite of your poor choice in football teams, we wouldn't have wanted any one else to be in charge of the music at our wedding. As you saw, we really do enjoy dancing and you kept people on the floor all night. We have gotten many compliments on the music, from all ages, no compliments on your Lolerpool comments though. Weird. We had a blast. We threw the party we wanted, and you provided the perfect soundtrack for it"
-Sean Philips, RF80, October 2, 2009
"Niall was absolutely amazing! He did a fantastic job of keeping the dancefloor rockin all night long. We had so much fun at our wedding reception."
-Bill & Cynthia, Sausalito Yacht Club, September 19, 2009
"Thank you so very much Niall.
You were awesome and we feel like we couldn't have had a better DJ. I kept getting compliments all night from people, saying your style and personality were the best. Thank you for making it such a memorable night for us."
-Justin & Laura, Calistoga Ranch, September 18, 2009
"Niall was superb. He played a perfect mix of Irish and other music. One of my bridesmaids said she was hoping he would play a bad song so she could sit down but it never came. I felt the same way. Everyone had a great time dancing. Niall epitomized the professionalism of your company. Thank you for making our wedding so special. "
-Mairead Daly, Corinthian Yacht Club, September 11, 2009
"Our evening was amazing -- such a blur of happiness!
We (and our guests) enjoyed the night of dancing -- Niall helped to create a great ambiance during dinner, and got the party started -- and kept it going with his dance music -- thanks!"
-Jill Warren, Legion of Honor, August 22, 2009
"Niall- What a great guy! He was so much fun and was a huge help all together. It was great to meet him in person the week before to go through the details and get to know him more, and he really made the event special for us! Please send him a big thank you from us! I can't wait to work with you guys in the future, and will be sure to continue to send my clients your way!"
-Lilly Gilman, Private Residence, August 15, 2009
"Niall you are so awesome! We had such a fabulous time and everyone said our dj rocked! Thank you so much!!"
-Aimee Perez, Concord Hilton, August 1, 2009
"We had a fantastic time and absolutely loved Niall!! He was extremely organized, managed the night extremely well and played great music! Thanks again for everything."
-Sarah Connelly, Cuvee Restaurant, June 20, 2009
"Seamus here and I have nothing but top notch praises for Niall and his mastering of the DJ arts! He was grand! Thank you very much my friend"
-Seamus & Eileen, Servino Restaurant, May 1, 2009
"Niall was great and the evening was a fabulous success!"
-Jill Buschini, Boandary Oaks, March 7, 2009
"A good time was had by all!" Congrats to Denon & Doyle for providing us with a high-quality sound-system evening! We very much appreciated Niall's work."
-Don Mark, Four Seasons Hotel, December 12, 2008
"It was perfect! The place was packed, and Niall played exactly what we had in mind."
-Cherie Flores, Market Restaurant, October 22, 2008