Steve McKenna DJ and Event Host

Steve McKenna is a former BBC Senior Broadcast Journalist turned award-winning host, compere and speaker, bringing decades of experience in front of a microphone to weddings and corporate events across Scotland and the UK.

He's presented the Oscars feed to Scotland live from LA, hosted shows on Radio 1, BBC Radio 5 and the World Service, and spent 17 years as a drivetime favourite on Real Radio and Heart Scotland, so he knows exactly how to hold a room, read an audience and keep the energy right where it needs to be.

Corporate and charity events. If you're planning a corporate or charity event, Steve can take care of every aspect, whether that's hosting, auctioneering, presenting or DJing. He's famous for presenting his Rock 'n' Roll bingo shows and also hosts quizzes. In short, he's Mr Versatility, as happy hosting a formal corporate gala as he is getting your gran up dancing.

Weddings. Planning a wedding and want something extra special? Steve can host your entire day and then fill the dance floor in the evening. He can transform your venue with amazing effects, from fancy DJ set-ups to nightclub-standard sound and lighting, creating an atmosphere that will leave your friends and family reeling. It's your day and anything is possible, and Steve will build a bespoke experience to your own specifications.

On the decks. Steve has DJ'd alongside names including George Bowie, Sasha and Calvin Harris, and played to festival crowds of up to 40,000 people. In 2025 alone he performed in London, Dubai, Ibiza and Australia, finishing the year with a sold-out eight-night residency at Glasgow's Grosvenor West End. In 2026 he's continued playing festivals and major events, as well as appearing in the Netflix Take That documentary.

Away from the microphone. Steve has worked behind the scenes with the Spice Girls, helped bring together the band that became Garbage, and now runs his own award-winning events company. In 2024, Lewis Capaldi featured him in one of his videos. But what really sets him apart is his warmth: he's quick-witted, easy to work with and lovely to have around on the biggest day of your life.

What's included. Steve brings his own PA system and stage lighting, holds public liability insurance, uses PAT-tested equipment and can work with venue sound limiters. Early arrival, a late finish after midnight, daytime entertainment and alternative timings can all be arranged on request.

Book Steve McKenna through Hireaband. Steve McKenna is one of Hireaband's Signature Acts, a small selection of acts we represent exclusively. Hireaband has been booking live entertainment in Scotland since 1999, is a full member of The Entertainment Agents' Association and has won 4 VOWS Awards for customer service. Click Check Availability and Price to check your date, contact the Hireaband team with any questions, or browse more corporate entertainment in Scotland.