ZACH

ARTISTIC INFLUENCES: 
LCD Soundsystem, James Blake, Toro y Moi, Hiatus Kaiyote, Kaytranada, Gilles Peterson, Madlib

💪​ LOW-KEY FLEX: 
I once performed a sold out show at the House of Blues Chicago! 

NICHE: 
I've played ALL sorts of music at weddings but every once in a while I get some fellow former 00's indie kids who want some LCD Soundsystem, MGMT, or Passion Pit. I enjoy mixing that genre with classic wedding tunes 🎵
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FUN FACT:
​I play keys in my own band Karma Fête 🎹 When I'm not DJing a wedding on Saturdays, catch me at the Green Mill running sound for the Paper Machete comedy/music variety show! We regularly have drop-ins from the SNL cast and popular comedy TV shows 🎭

ZACH B'S MIXES

These are just a few samples to give you a snapshot of what we have to offer. We are always happy to customize our mixing and song selection to suit your style. 

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Zach is a lifelong musician, tech savvy audiofile, and Green Line OG, boasting the most Five-Star Reviews in the Chicago Branch's history! ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ He is a classically trained pianist who began writing and performing music in his teenage years. While obtaining his BA in Music Technology at Transylvania University, Zach was frequently invited to join the stage with a number of local bands, eventually landing a spot DJing for a local hip hop act. What began as a fun way to open and close shows, eventually evolved into a passion and a profession. 

Zach is well regarded for his ability to select both lesser-known tracks and modern hits that are guaranteed to get people moving. With a wide range of tastes and musical experience, he is able to put together a playlist for any occasion.

Currently Zach spends his days engineering sessions for a variety of musicians in his production studio, writing and mixing his own music, and gigging with a few different local acts. When he’s not in the studio, you might find him riding down Lake Front Trail or catching a jazz concert at the Green Mill tavern near his apartment.

​🎹 Ask about Zach's Live Piano Add-On for your Ceremony or Cocktail Hour! 🎹

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Long overdue review, but we hired DJ Zach through Green Line Talent for our wedding this summer, and we had a great experience with them throughout the entire process. We met with Zach before the event to discuss our music preferences, and he did a great job of understanding what we liked and accommodating that throughout the night of the event. It was a pleasure working with Zach, and we'd highly recommend him and Green Line Talent!

Dylan & Miya

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Zach was amazing! He was not just willing but genuinely excited to incorporate our niche genres and non-English music. His energy and professionalism made the night unforgettable. Highly recommend for any wedding!

Neville & Yao

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We had our wedding at Salvage One. Zach knew the space perfectly and crushed the music selection. My partner and I have pretty different music tastes but he was able to work in songs for each of us. We especially loved that he read the crowd, would try out songs, and if they weren't hitting, was able to adapt, adjust, and mix in a new song. Great for keeping the dance floor alive deep into the night. Easy to work with and very responsive. Would definitely work with Zach again!

Neal & Ann

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Zach was an amazing DJ for us! He took the time and effort to customize our music to our tastes, and on the day he did a flawless job, no hiccups, and we truly appreciate his phenomenal work. Highly recommend!

Emily & Quinn

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 We had an absolutely incredible time at our wedding, and Zach played no small part in that! From the very first consultation meeting—where Zach took plenty of time to understand both the style and logistics of our wedding night but also the kind of music we love—to the night's last dance, he set the stage for us and our guests to have a blast. Communications with Green Line Talent were prompt and professional. We felt we paid a very fair price for the value of their services. And we can't count the number of our wedding guests who specifically complimented Zach's DJing as a highlight!

Randy & Rachel

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​Our DJ Zach was amazing, and we really enjoyed working with Green Line Talent. They made the selection and planning process super easy for us, and we had an in person meeting with Zach a few months before the wedding to go over our plan and do a vibe check, which was great for our confidence. On the day, Zach got to the venue early and set up in no time, he was constantly in communication with us, the GM for the venue, and our photographer about our timeline, he was a great MC, and the music choices throughout were on point. We got a bunch of compliments from our guests on how much fun they had dancing and how much they enjoyed the music. Zach even recorded the audio from our ceremony and toasts during the reception and shared the edited files within a week! Green Line Talent made the process a breeze, with helpful reminders of when things were due, and always making themselves available if we had questions or concerns.

Noah & Kathryn

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Zach Bain-Selbo was fantastic! He could read the room perfectly and has a great taste / wide knowledge in music.

Michael & Evelyn

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If you're thinking about booking Green Line Talent---I HIGHLY RECOMMEND! We got married in October 2023 and our guests have continued to say it was their favorite wedding with the most interactive party. This was made possible in large part to Zach from Green Line! Having special music moments was a top priority for my husband and I planning our wedding and Zach could not have been more helpful and flexible in curating exactly what we were hoping. We also had a request for an extra mic to sing and perform (LOL) on stage at our wedding and he was totally cool with it! We had so much fun and our guests had the chance to sing along and perform as well. It was such a fun dance and karaoke party that made the night feel like 'us' and felt unique. We are so appreciative of Zach and his attention to detail and flexibility. 10/10 recommend!​

Ellie & Harry

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Such an amazing and easy experience with Green Line Talent. Their questionnaire process was very efficient and helpful in finding the perfect DJ match for our needs. We felt very lost going into the process of searching, but they had all the right tools to put us at ease. Zach really was the perfect DJ for our wedding night. He was very detailed in his preparation and discussions with us in terms of music choices / preferences, and it really showed on the wedding night. All of our guests were blown away by the dance floor vibe and still rave about it months later. Everyone danced for the entire night because Zach put together the perfect set and read the room flawlessly. He was also an amazing MC and helped keep the night moving without a hitch. His experience really helped guide us. We couldn't recommend Zach more if you want your guests to have the best night with ideal vibes.​

Vidushi & Kyle

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We got married at an art gallery on April 1st, 2023 and had gotten in touch with GLT for a DJ. The team was great to work with, after a quick quiz call with Imani and Erica we got a list of DJ recommendations. We chose Zach from the list as it seemed like his musical profile best suited what we were looking for.

Zach was terrific to work with, after a quick meet up and finalizing our survey we were able to narrow down what we were planning for the day. We intermixed some specifically chosen Chinese songs with some modern and classic hits for the ceremony, cocktail hour and open dance and the dance floor was hopping throughout the evening, just like we wanted it! I would definitely recommend Zach to anyone looking for a DJ.​ 

Anna & Dan

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Zach DJ’d our summer wedding and was a pleasure to work with. He took into account all our preferences and was flexible when we asked for accommodations day-of. He read the room and kept the entirety of our guests on their feet the whole night! Highly recommend.
 

Shannon & Derek

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Zach absolutely crushed it on our wedding day and all of our guests commented on the exceptional job he did! From our initial consultation to the end of our big day, Zach was very kind, attentive, responsive, and super easy to work with. We were extremely pleased with the playlist that we had a chance to help curate. Thanks Green line Talent!

Christine & Benjamin

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We couldn't have had a better experience with Green Line Talent and our specific DJ Zach Bain-Selbo. From the first email they were incredibly responsive and professional. The questionnaire was incredibly helpful to ensure no detail of the event was overlooked and meeting with DJ Zach to talk music (for over 2 hours!) completely put our minds at ease. We couldn't recommend more.

Riley & Anna

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We went with Green Line Talent for our July 2023 wedding in Evanston, Illinois, and couldn't have been happier with our DJ Zach Bain-Selbo! Zach met with us several months before the wedding to get a thorough feel for our musical tastes, and paid extra attention to the special songs that were "must-plays" for us. He absolutely nailed the vibe we were going for at our reception, and he was also an excellent MC keeping our reception on track and on schedule.

Christine & Joseph

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Our DJ, Zach, was excellent!  Can't recommend him enough.   We chose him for our wedding this summer because he has such a wide variety of musical tastes and seemed super prepared to handle all of the extra parts that go with a wedding reception.   He was extremely thoughtful and attentive during the planning process, and got every detail right on our big day.  He was careful to pronounce everyone's names correctly, kept everything running on schedule, and he absolutely blew the roof off when it came time for dancing.

Joey & Shea

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Zach @ Green Line was THE BEST DJ we could have asked for for our wedding. From setting time aside to meet with us IN PERSON and discuss what we wanted and how/when to the actual day/night of our wedding it was very apparent that Zach cared about the entire event.

Not only did he respect our DNP list (we've heard horror stories), but the list he put together from our preferences was *incredible*. He read the room very well and EVERY song was a banger.

Mackenzie & Josh

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We had the absolute pleasure of working with Green Line Talent and their fantastic DJ, Zach, for our wedding, and we couldn't be happier with our choice. From start to finish, the experience was nothing short of amazing.

Zach, in particular, was an absolute delight to plan with. He brought great energy and enthusiasm to the process, making every meeting and conversation a breeze. His passion for music and his understanding of what we wanted for our special day was just what we were looking for and it was evident that he genuinely cared about making our wedding unforgettable.

The music at our wedding was an absolute hit, and we received countless compliments from our guests. Zach's ability to read the crowd and keep the dance floor alive was remarkable. The playlist perfectly blended our personal favorites and crowd-pleasers, ensuring that everyone had a fantastic time.

Chelsey & Britt

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We used Green Line Talent for our wedding reception and they were wonderful to work with. I really like the survey they have on their website to help us determine what types of music we wanted for various parts of our reception. We also liked how many DJs they have with different styles. We were paired with Zach and he was everything we could have hoped for. He requested to meet us in person and got our music style down as well as the exact type of songs we did and did not want. He also made sure no guests made unannounced speeches. Highly suggest Green Line Talent and Zach for your event or wedding.

Sara & Kyle

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DJ Zach Bain is a phenomenal person and we don't have enough words to describe his efforts and strong character. He made sure to connect with us very early on to get a good idea about ours likes in music and genres. Come wedding day, which was in an outdoor setting, we experienced an inclement weather situation in Chicago's summer months. But Zach, being a trooper, came through and managed to keep the mood of the party uplifted. He is the reason for the party to go on smoothly without any interruption in entertainment. Zach is not only a superb DJ but a strong willed and selfless person who goes above and beyond to make sure the client and their guest are enjoying the party. I would strongly recommend to have Zach as their DJ at any event they choose to have in future.

Shashwato & Iu-Luen

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Greenline talent was a fantastic talent agency to work with. We completed a short form and they recommended a few DJs that fit our needs and wants. Each DJ had a mix that we were able to preview to feel out their genre and style.
We worked with Zach and he smashed it out of the park. We met with him a month before the wedding and did a comprehensive overview of the different types of music we would like (and not like). We compiled a spotify playlist with all the different music for different parts of the wedding. Zach read the room with skill and played music that kept the party going. Many of our guests commented on the fantastic music and we loved how many people were on the dance floor instead of sitting in their seats. If the party didn’t end at midnight I’m sure everyone could have gone another hour or two.
Thank you Zach for facilitating an amazing party. We appreciated your communication and making this an unforgettable experience.

Brittany & Alex

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I cannot recommend GLT & specifically our wedding DJ Zach highly enough! We really wanted someone who would not just understand our taste in music, but who would also read the room & keep the full audience engaged. The dance floor was booming till the final minute of the event! I have heard nothing but glowing feedback from guests since, & I think it says a lot when friends text you just to say how great the DJ was. I'll be recommending Zach to everyone I know...& am already trying to come up with some other event I could hire him for. Thank you Zach & the GLT team for helping us create the perfect night!

Emily & David

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We worked with Green line talent, specifically DJ Zach Bain-Selbo, and could not be happier with how the night went! The dance floor was packed and we received many compliments on the music from all age groups! Zach made the planning process so easy, meeting us in person beforehand to go through our preferences in-depth. He was more than willing to help us with a few special family song requests/shoutouts which we were grateful for. A DJ plays such an important role in the wedding and we would 100% recommend Zach! We also worked with Hannah at GLT to find an acoustic guitarist for our ceremony and cocktail hour who was really great as well. Thank you!!

Molly & Eric

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Zach was a pleasure to work with ! He was super organized and excellent with clarifying exactly what we wanted for our wedding reception. He brought the sound system for outdoor wedding and help guide us through our reception. Greenline Talent's structure and forms help to make the whole process clear and easy too. We were worried that our dance floor would be empty since we had mix of so many 50 year olds and 20 year olds. Zach was able to collaborate with us and find just the right beats to keep all of us dancing all night long. His overall style is low key so that the bride and groom and the music was the where the attention was at. We got so many compliments on how fun the night was! Thank you Zach!

Heather & Tom

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We had DJ Zach B at our wedding on 7/16/22, and he was awesome! He seemed very knowledgeable about music, and he asked several detailed questions about which kind of music we would like played at different points throughout the night. He helped brainstorm specific artists we'd like to have played, and he was easy to talk to. The day of, he arrived on time, set up his gear (which sounded great) and acted professionally. He wanted to follow our lead for the pacing of the evening and encouraged us to enjoy our wedding. He asked us if we had "must plays," and he waited to play those until he saw we were out on the dance floor (and not while we were taking pictures or making the rounds). We strongly recommend DJ Zach and all of Green Line to anyone! All around cool and kind dude :)

Kathryn & Jack

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Zach (from greenline talent) DJ'ed our wedding and did an absolutely fantastic job. Zach is a true professional. Not only did he take the time to understand what we were hoping for at our wedding, what our music tastes were, what our guests would want to hear, and how all of that would fit into the overall experience of the night -- he also knows how to fill in the gaps with what everyone needs and wants to hear. When it came down to start the night off with dancing, every song followed perfectly from the last, and everyone danced the entire night. If you book Zach for your wedding or event, you won't regret it.

Joel & Katie

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Zach was the DJ for our wedding and he absolutely nailed the music choices we were hoping for. He met with us prior to discuss our taste and although my wife and I had somewhat different tastes in music, he was able to blend the two seamlessly and keep the energy up the entire night. We had a small wedding (less than 60) and it was incredible that Zach's energy was great enough to keep people on the dance floor consistently the ENTIRE night. Guests of all ages were raving to us post-wedding about how there was really a song for everyone. Would highly recommend Green Line Talent, and specifically Zach!

Nathan F

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There aren’t enough words to express how great of an experience we had with Zach from Green Line Talent. He played EXACTLY what we wanted. We wanted a packed dance floor throughout the night and that is precisely what we got - we had so many people come up to us and tell us how great the music was from start to finish. Zach also took the time to make sure that he knew exactly how to pronounce all of the names in our wedding party - it was clear that he’d put in a lot of time/effort for our wedding!

Stephanie &  Jonathan

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Zach was our DJ for our wedding this past weekend and WOW! He was a hit! The music was incredible. Our friends and family couldn't stop talking about what a fun mix of music it was. Zach and the Green Line team worked with us throughout the whole process to make sure they understood our preferred music and vibe. Everything went so smoothly! Zach was so friendly and really made the night special. We'd highly recommend Zach and anyone else at Green Line Talent for your wedding or events!

Emma & Nathan

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Loved working with Green Line Talent. Zach was our DJ, he listened to all our requests and was able to keep a good flow of music the entire night. Very easy to communicate with, very detailed. Everything was great!

Erin & Matt

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Green Line Talent was a joy to work with from start to finish. Like many couples, we were affected by COVID-19 and had to move our date three times. Each time Green Line Talent was responsive and flexible for us. They have multiple DJs to choose from with a great profile for each on their website. We went with Zach Bain-Selbo and were so happy we did. He was responsive, did a fantastic job the day of, and had a planning meeting with us a month beforehand to get to know us and our musical likes/dislikes. I would 100% recommend Zach and Green Line Talent to anyone considering hiring them!

Shannon & Kevin

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A great dancefloor was my top priority when planning our wedding - it was the first thing I booked - and Zach made sure the dancefloor was going the whole night. I had a lot of opinions for the wedding music and was able to coordinate ahead of time along with day-of changeups. Zach accommodated my vibe suggestions as well as playing several deep cuts from my wedding planning playlist throughout the night.

I may be biased, but this was the most consistently lively wedding dancefloor I've experienced. I had to do a lot of running around on the night, but every time I made my way for 90 seconds of dancing, the crowd and music was perfect. Zach is a huge reason why. I don't plan on having another wedding, but if I did, I'd hire Zach again in a heartbeat.

Steve & Cierra

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Green Line Talent was so great to work with! Such a thoughtful and responsive team. They were able to accommodate our MULTIPLE date moves, and offered tons of flexibility.

Zach Bain-Selbo was our DJ day of and he was wonderful! Some family members performed a special song for my mother/daughter dance and he made sure they had everything they needed and were able to do a sound check before hand. He also helped us pull off a huge surprise dance for our guests. We cannot thank him enough!

Jessica & Kevin

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Zach was our DJ for our August 2021 wedding and we could not have been happier. From the minute we booked Green Line Talent, we instantly felt at ease. They had a fun questionnaire to help us figure out our style, and about 2 months out Zach set up an intro call with us to learn more about what we were looking for. He was really responsive on email, too, when we had a few logistics questions. The day of the wedding, he arrived early and played amazing tunes that got so many people on the dance floor. This made me especially happy since I wasn't sure if people would dance at our brunch wedding, but thanks to Zach, they did! I'd highly recommend GLT for your wedding.