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Katherine Sent on 07/07/2023INCREDIBLE experience with Craig Scott Band!!
I cannot begin to imagine our wedding without the Craig Scott Band!!! They were simply INCREDIBLE in every way! Nick, Scott, and the team really know what they are doing and their guidance and ideas really made our wedding what it was. We chatted with several bands but after our initial call with Scott, we just knew CSB had to be it! In the months leading up to the wedding, Nick would call to check in often and was SO helpful and patient as we tried to decide on instruments/entrance songs. He was also integral in helping to develop our timeline and I am SO happy we went with his suggestions -- such as, to have our guests up and dancing before we make our entrances, invite everyone onto the dance floor directly following our first dance, etc, as their goal is to keep the energy UP and it is exactly what they achieved! I was a bit hesitant to have the band learn our first dance song, but Nick assured me they could do it and they seriously knocked it out of the park, even accommodating a 'dress rehearsal' a few minutes before the reception started. They also mashed together a few songs for our father/daughter dance -- we could not have made it more complicated for them and it was seriously perfect, down to every beat -- they are really just so impressive! We had a brunch the morning after our wedding and everyone could not stop talking about the band!! Choosing Craig Scott Band was easily the best decision we could have made for our wedding and I could not recommend them more! -
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Lauren Sent on 06/05/2026
Best band ever!
I cannot say enough positive things about the Craig Scott band!! Throughout our entire wedding process, the whole staff was professional, nice, and extremely easy to work with. They learned all the songs we requested and even let my husband (who plays the drums) get on stage and jam with them. They kept the crowd dancing the entire night, and guests loved that they came onto the dance floor. Do yourselves and your guests a favour and hire the Craig Scott Band - you will not be disappointed! -
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Eleanor Sent on 05/30/2026Best band ever!
We were so lucky to have been able to book the Craig Scott band for our daughter's wedding!
WOW!!!-what a fabulous musical experience! The vocalists are amazing and the band members are all so talented. Our guests were so energized from the music and couldn't stop dancing. The vocalists and musicians engaged everyone by bringing the musical energy right onto the dance floor and interacting with our guests. In addition, Nick was so helpful and easy to work with, as was Scott. They were so approachable, helpful and patient in guiding our music selections and answering any of our questions. We had the best time and didn't want the music to end!.
Thank you for making our ceremony, cocktail hour and reception so wonderful! You are the best! -
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Jamie Sent on 11/29/2025Best vendor
The most incredible vendor we could have asked for at our 11/8 wedding. Even DURING the wedding, people were coming up to me telling me how phenomenal the band was. No one left the dance floor the entire night. Communication and organization was impeccable. We also hired a DJ through them for our after-party, who was AMAZING. We hired strings for the ceremony and cocktail hour, too. The best thing I did for my wedding was hire this crew. 1000/10 :)
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Clare Sent on 11/07/2025Rich Bascomb & Phase One ROCKED!
Booking Rich Bascomb & Phase One for our wedding was the best decision we could've made! Communication leading up to the event was phenomenal, and Rich understood our taste to a tee! Our dance floor was packed ALL night and our guests couldn't stop raving about how electric the band was! From the singers and sax integrating into the dance floor, to allowing a special song with my cousin on the mic, Phase One set the tone! If you're looking for a wedding band that can play the classics like no other and keep your dance floor rocking all night, look no further! -
Gab Sent on 10/06/2025
I wish i could attend my wedding as a guest again
I couldn’t rave about Craig Scott entertainment more. From the beginning to the end, they were incredible to would with !!! In the beginning, Scott who part owns the company called us to talk though exactly what we wanted, which was a lively, fun band who got the entire crowd up and dancing, and they truly delivered !!!!! We hired the Craig Scott Band and do not have a single bad thing to say !!!!!! They brought their instruments into the center of the dance floor, sang in the middle of the dance floor and I wish I could re attend my wedding as a guest because of It !!!!! Absolutely phenomenal!!!!! Thank you so much Craig Scott Entertainment for making our wedding so memorable. The amount of guests that continue to text and call us about the band is absolutely INSANE!!!! -
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Emily Sent on 05/21/2025Above and Beyond!!
Gary was our DJ for our November 16th wedding at the Tarrytown House Estate in New York, and he is the absolute best!! We were so impressed by his work as were our guests. They are still raving about how awesome our DJ was!! Not only did Gary have such great energy throughout the night, but he really did exactly what we hoped for and played all the music we discussed. We had a few phone calls/emails leading up to our special day, and Gary made everything so seamless and easy. It wasn't just the music he played, but it was his entire energy, voice, demeanor, and overall talent. He not only captured our vision, but he exceeded it! We HIGHLY recommend Craig Scott Entertainment and absolutely loved working with Gary. He is beyond talented. -
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Matthew Sent on 04/27/2025The best!
My wife and I used Craig Scott for our cocktail hour (piano player) and reception (DJ). Everything turned out absolutely perfectly. Gary was our DJ and we couldn't have been happier with him. An unbelievably nice guy who allowed us to be very collaborative to make sure the music during our wedding was exactly what we wanted. A lot of DJ's we met with when trying to find one weren't very open to collaboration, but Gary wanted as much input as possible and it was exactly what we were looking for. I could not recommend Craig Scott and Gary any more! -
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Nicole Sent on 02/07/2025Best Band EVER!!!
We hired Richard Bascomb & Phase One through Craig Scott Entertainment for our wedding band, and we could not have picked anyone better to perform on our wedding day!
Before our wedding day, Rich took the time to truly understand the vibe we wanted for our wedding to ensure that our vision would come to life. Whether it was song requests, the style of music we wanted played at specific times, special dances at specific times, a traditional request, or a non-traditional request, Rich made sure to take note of every little detail so the band was prepared. Something special about Richard Bascomb & Phase One is that they do not have one set way of doing things – they are very accommodating to your unique vision, and they try their absolute best to fulfill as many of your requests as possible.
During the wedding reception, and even weeks after, our guests (and us) could not stop talking about how incredible the band was. Their talent, cohesiveness, and their ability to sing such a wide variety of song genres is remarkable. Richard Bascomb & Phase One managed to get every guest on the dance floor, and the band was in with the crowd dancing, singing, and creating an unforgettable experience for everyone involved. The entire wedding reception went flawlessly, and that is all thanks to Rich being extremely organized and the band's obvious preparation for the event.
We put our full trust into Richard Bascomb & Phase One to play a huge part in our wedding day, and they went above and beyond and exceeded our expectations. We cannot put into words how incredible they are. So, if you are looking for a top-notch wedding band, Richard Bascomb & Phase One is the way to go – you will not be disappointed! -
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Jill Sent on 10/27/2024Great music and energy. Pleasure to work with
The Craig Scott band played at our wedding and knocked it out of the park! They brought great music and energy, and our guests kept saying how much they loved the band. Our band leader Nick was also very easy to work with ahead of and during the event and had great suggestions on how to structure the flow of the evening. We'd highly recommend the Craig Scott band! -
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Samantha Sent on 10/13/2024Phase One Band was the best!!!!!
Best band ever!!!!! Seriously, all of our guests could not stop talking about how great Phase One Band was at our wedding! Rich, the band leader, was so great to work with leading up to the big day. He worked with us to learn what music we enjoyed and how we wanted the evening to flow. They played such a great mix of music for all of guests to enjoy – both young and old – which we so appreciated. The dance floor was filled all night and nobody wanted the night to end. Thank you, Phase One Band, for a night to remember!! -
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Nicole Sent on 10/06/2024Ryland Inn Wedding
The Craig Scott band truly made our wedding at the Ryland Inn on 9/21 so incredible. My husband and I still cannot get over how amazing and talented each and every one of the members was. We knew the experience was going to be great but we were truly blown away. Nick, Scott and the team were so great to work with leading into the wedding. The band did such an amazing job of taking our suggested song list and creating a set that had us and our guests dancing all night!! Our expectations were beyond exceeded. They really made the night for us, and we have had SO many guests raving about the band’s performance. Words can’t express how grateful we are and how highly we recommend hiring the Craig Scott Band for your wedding or event!!!
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Jillian Sent on 08/06/2024Best band around!
They are the best!!! All of our guests have said how amazing they were. They kept us going all night long. They were very good at making sure they touched on the things we wanted and were responsive before hand with any inquiries we had. My brother had used them years ago. They were amazing then and still are! -
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Heather Sent on 07/08/2024A unique event to remember
We interviewed many bands for our wedding, but none had the musicianship and crowd-working ability like the Craig Scott Band. Although we never attended an event with them, the video we saw convinced us to take a risk, and it paid off tremendously.
From the start, all our calls with Scott and Nick were organized, and they always put us first, thinking through everything we needed. They even learned a few extra songs, like "Pinball Wizard," which is a challenging piece and held special meaning as a memory for my late father. Unlike other bands, they did not charge extra for learning these songs.
When they arrived at our wedding, they were impeccably dressed and coordinated. They expertly managed the playlist to keep people on the dance floor—impressive for a Sunday wedding after a long holiday weekend. The band members frequently came onto the floor to interact with our guests, making it a truly unique and engaging experience.
All our guests were so impressed that they asked for the band's information for their children's upcoming weddings. Trust me, if you’re reading this, book them now before your date gets taken. They are absolutely incredible, and even my family, who are musicians themselves, were blown away! -
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Alyssa Sent on 05/19/2024Great Team and Talented Musicians
Craig Scott Entertainment as a whole was very easy to work with. They were able to quickly connect us with the individuals best suited for what we wanted and our vision, communicated quickly and clearly throughout the whole process, and ensured we felt supported and well taken care of. It was the customer service experience you would hope for when planning such a big event.
The violinist and cellist Craig Scott provided were perfect. Not only were these musicians obviously talented, they were able to perfectly execute our requests and brought to life the atmosphere and vision we had for our ceremony and cocktail hour.
DJ Gary was so helpful when planning our reception. He was always available and ready to answer any questions we had. Gary went out of his way to accommodate our requests and played music that got everyone on the dance floor all night. We got many compliments from our guest about the playlist he created. -
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Lauren Sent on 03/24/2024Incredible live band!
The Craig Scott Band was the highlight of our wedding! EVERYONE was on the dance floor the entire night. From the ceremony, to cocktail hour, to the reception, all of our musical needs were covered. They went above and beyond to make our night extremely memorable and we're so glad we picked them! -
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Maria Sent on 02/02/2024Incredibly talented high energy band exceeded our expectations!
Booking Rich Bascomb and Phase One was hands down the best decision we made for our wedding! My husband and I are musicians so hiring a great band was highly important to us. We’ve been lucky enough to go to a few weddings with live bands and we can confidently say that Phase One is the absolute best in the business! Our photographer said she’s never seen so many people on the dance floor before the bride and groom’s entrance! Our guests are still raving about how much fun they had, specifically mentioning how incredible the band was. From day one, Rich was extremely easy to work with and did everything we asked of him and his band. We really wanted our wedding to be a dance fest (think Gypsy Bar in Atlantic City) with high energy, sing-along, modern songs. They played every song we requested, kept with the genre we wanted and even learned new songs we asked for! The energy on the dance floor was never ending, and since the band members rotated taking breaks, the music was continuous. I’d be remiss if I didn’t highlight the sheer TALENT of the singers and musicians. It’s one thing to get everyone dancing to the well known high energy songs, but it was such a treat to enjoy the band’s skills during the slower songs. I cannot rave about this band enough, and wish we could do it all over again! -
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Katie Sent on 01/03/2024Best. Band. EVER.
We LOVED The Craig Scott Band! We have received so many compliments from our wedding guests about how amazing the band was! We cannot say enough how appreciative we are of them, they got the party started and never stopped! Days later and people are still reaching out and messaging us about how much fun they had and how great the band was! Thank you Craig Scott!!! -
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Joanna Sent on 12/19/2023We had the best time!
My husband and I hired Craig Scott for our entire wedding from live musicians during the ceremony + cocktail hour (piano and guitar) to a DJ through the reception (DJ Carlos). We initially found them through a list of preferred vendors provided by our venue, and after our first call with Rich we knew they’d be able to help make our day perfect! The team as a whole is so friendly and responsive, and was always willing to get on a call to discuss any questions we had! Nick worked with us for our live musicians, and helped make the planning process so easy. We had a few songs to transition through for our ceremony and he organized everything perfectly, even when we weren’t sure if our specific songs could be accommodated, to give us the perfect medley of music.
Carlos from start to finish was the perfect DJ for us. He gave us his personal number to talk to him about specific songs and vibes for the reception, and went above and beyond to deliver and give us the emo, punk rock night of our dreams. Everyone was on their feet dancing the entire night, and when there was the occasional short lull, Carlos knew exactly what to do to get everyone up and dancing again!
All of our guests complemented how much fun our wedding was because of the amazing talent at Craig Scott. Thank you so much again! -
Mary Sent on 12/19/2023
We LOVE Phase One!!!
We couldn't be happier that we chose Phase One as our Wedding Band!!! From our first meeting with Rich, Phase One was amazing to work with and super open to our taste/style and suggestions. While some bands were put off by our extensive song list during the interview process, Rich and Phase One fully embraced it and so clearly tapped into our songs/vibe on the night of the wedding. They played such a wide range of music and crushed every song! They were even able to play a more tropical house type song for our entrance which we thought would need to be played through a phone for sure - and they killed it!!! Our dance floor was absolutely ROCKING!!! Not only did Phase One feed off the energy of the crowd and play consistent bangers, they also came out on the dance floor with their mics/instruments and were part of the party with us and our guests. While the whole band was amazing, we got so many comments on the female singers voices. They are SO talented!!! Our guests cannot stop talking about how great our band and their songs were. The whole night was nonstop fun and energy, the dance floor was constantly packed, and it was truly the best night of our lives thanks to Phase One. Believe us - hire them!!! -
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Sophia Sent on 12/10/2023Entertainment that goes above and beyond
Craig Scott delivered amazing entertainment that really made our wedding as fun as it was. We first hired just DJ Carlos. We didn't really have too much information (since hiring a DJ seems harder to find samples than a photographer or videographer), but DJ Carlos was amazing. We met with him a week before our wedding and he took all our suggestions and even created awesome remixes on top of our favorite songs, which our friends loved. He kept the dance floor lively all night long and we had so much fun!
Six months after booking DJ Carlos, we decided to add a saxophonist and percussionist (drums) on top of the DJ to play along with the DJ music. If you can do this DJ/Musician combo, DO IT!!! You will not regret it! Our guests absolutely loved it because it adds the excitement of live music while still having the original tracks played by the DJ (sometimes I feel even a good band can't quite sing some pop hits as well as the originals).
Even early in the reception, the saxophonist and drummer came out into the center of the dance floor to rally up the crowd and handed us the drum sticks to play. Later in the night, they had my husband and I come over to the drumset and the conga drums to play and our guests had so much fun! We were totally not expecting the DJ or musicians to be this interactive, but it added such a unique and special layer to our event that really got the crowd going. I highly recommend hiring Craig Scott, DJ Carlos, and especially adding the musicians for your wedding! -
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Jonah Sent on 10/31/2023Best band - would use for anything
We found Matt Friedman and the Uptown Sounds through CSE and couldn't have had a better experience. Before the wedding, Matthew reached out to us to ask us about our music preferences, songs we liked and that they would use the list to curate a playlist for our wedding based on our vibes. We thought we had a pretty good schedule of what we wanted the night to look like but while using Matt’s knowledge of having done over 2500 weddings, we changed up the timing of some things and am I happy we did.
The night was a blast and almost every guest told us how much they loved the band. They were able to play every song we had requested. We loved the music for the ceremony, the cocktail vibes, the upbeat band for dancing, the more mellow music for dinner to allow for some conversation and the rocking out all the way until the end of the night. They had every person up and out of their seats until the venue closed down. I could not recommend them more to be your go to band for ANY event. -
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Paige Sent on 10/07/2023Absolutely amazing.
Phase One band played at our wedding and was absolutely incredible. The singers voices were phenomenal and all of the band members are so talented! They had everyone dancing the whole night! The song choices were perfect, and the band engaged with us on the dance floor throughout the night! Our guests are still raving about them. If you’re considering this band for your event or wedding - book them ASAP! -
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Andrew Sent on 10/03/2023Matthew Friedman & Uptown Sounds are the BEST
We booked Matthew's band having full confidence that they would blow the roof off our venue, and we were not disappointed! The band learned several songs that were not on their already expansive repertoire, and the set list was stellar from start to finish. This band is tight! The musicians would sometimes step out onto the floor, hyping up the crowd, and that's when the night would erupt. So many of our guests said this was the best wedding they ever went to, no doubt due in part to Matthew and his incredible band. I'd recommend them to anyone looking for the best bang for their buck. There is nothing like a live band! -
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Brenda Sent on 08/30/2023Great energy and great talent!!
We had Phase One Band for our wedding and they were incredible. They picked great songs that were a great mix of more modern and some older hits (which aligned with the age mix of our crowd) . People of all age groups raved to us about how great they were. They engaged with the crowd which was so much fun. On top of all of this they were easy to communicate with in the weeks leading up to our event which made everything run smoothly. Could not recommend more highly!! -
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Sam B. Sent on 06/28/2023Rich Bascomb and Phase One - There's no one better
Rich Bascomb & Phase One are the best of the best. The band exceeded our expectations and delivered our dream wedding party, along with beautiful music to accompany the ceremony and cocktail hour. We had many calls leading up to the wedding day to ensure that everything went smoothly, and Rich and his team understood exactly our vision, which was high energy and minimal breaks in action. The hora was so much fun, the singers were out on the dance floor with us all night, the song choices were perfect (they read the crowd perfectly), and the flow of the evening was spot on. Rich was more than a pleasure to work with in preparation, as well as on the day of. The only thing I wish is that we could have kept the night going forever. We had multiple guests and family friends asking us who the band was because they "hadn't danced that much in years and had so much fun!" So many guests also commented on how amazing the female vocalist was. It's a no brainer to go with Rich and Phase One for your next event. I cannot recommend them enough. -
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Devin Sent on 05/30/2023BEST wedding band out there
Craig Scott Entertainment was one of the highlights of our wedding. They kept the dance floor going the entire night and had an incredible ability to read the room and play songs that matched what our guests wanted and needed. The majority of our guests told us that this was the best band they have ever heard at a wedding. They were easy to work with and very responsive throughout the planning process. I will recommend them to anyone looking for a wedding band! -
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Elizabeth Sent on 02/06/2023Best band ever!!
The absolute best band!!! From the start of our reception the dance floor was packed!! People never wanted to leave! Rich Bascomb & Phase One : THANK YOU for the best wedding reception a bride could’ve ever asked for!!!! -
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Danielle Sent on 11/03/2022Amazing! Go with csb!
Wow, Craig Scott Band was truly incredible. I couldn't be happier that I chose them to play at my wedding. While it was only 3 weeks ago, I am still getting text messages and calls daily on how incredible they were. From the very beginning it was so pleasant working with Nick, Kathy and team. We said we wanted a nonstop dance party and they totally understood the assignment. Not only that, but they executed our song, father-daughter and mom-son song excellently. I can't wait until I get my video just to relive this night over and over. It honestly felt like magic -- when they sang Beyonce, it felt like Beyonce, when they did Bruce, I thought the king of NJ was there himself.
Thank you will never be enough. It was truly the best night of my life and a huge part of that is because of CSB. Can't recommend more :) -
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Gabrielle Sent on 10/07/2022City Heat kept us dancing all night long!
One of the best decisions we made when planning our wedding was having City Heat as our wedding band. They were absolutely incredible and brought amazing energy to the event. All of the band members were so professional and wonderful to work with! They really know how to put on a fantastic show and keep all the guests partying on the dance floor. We had so many guests come up to us during and after the wedding asking us where we found our wedding band. I am so incredibly grateful to them for being a big part of one of the best days of our lives! We all had so much fun dancing and singing along all night. I highly recommend Craig Scott Entertainment and City Heat for your wedding! Best band ever! -
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Jenna Sent on 09/16/2022Great band!
Fun band, super flexible with our song choices, and they learned 2 new songs so I could sing with them! -
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Gerry Sent on 09/07/2022Incredible band
Last week my daughter Abbey married her love, Marisa, here at the Hilton Pearl River. We chose the Craig Scott Band to be our music for the night. It was the absolute best decision! They were incredible. The music and vocals for the ceremony on the outdoor lawn were just so beautiful. Scott and Nick spent time with them deciding on music that was so meaningful to them. It was like a dream.
Then with the party there are no words to describe how amazing they were. Everyone danced the night away. They really knew how to read the crowd and the full dance floor was the outcome. So many guests kept coming up to me to rave about the band.
The texts and calls over the next week all mentioned how much everyone just loved the band and the music.
Truth be told , I am the Director of Catering here at the Hilton Pearl River and Abbey is our Senior Catering Manager. We knew how great the band would be as they are our house band and we get to hear them all the time. We were so thrilled that they had the date available when we went to book them. We knew that they would "make" the wedding the best ever.
On a personal note, Scott and Nick are two of the nicest most professional band leaders and all of our clients that hire them are so happy with them from the time they sign with them until their wedding is over. They always take time leading up to the wedding to make sure that each wedding couple has the attention to detail that they hope for.
Any one that is looking for the "perfect" band has to look no further than the Craig Scott. -
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Lauren Sent on 06/12/2022Energetic & Incredibly Fun
From the Bride: This group knows how to throw a party! Craig Scott Band got the party started as soon as guests entered the reception space, and it never stopped! Nick recommended to us that we get guests dancing as soon as they entered the room, and everyone LOVED it! When the groom and I entered the space for our first dance, everyone was on the dance floor, cheering us on, before they joined us for a few upbeat songs before we all ate dinner and went into speeches. Nick kept things moving throughout the night, and Scott kept everyone energized with the beat from the drums. The band played our requests, which was fun, and also kept an eye on the mood of the crowd and always seemed to know what to play next. We danced the night away. The band also worked with us for the ceremony and cocktail hour, and were responsive, professional, and easy to work with at every party of the process.
From the Groom: We had an amazing time with Craig Scott Band, and continue to hear compliments from our guests about the music. Scott, Nick and the whole team were great to work with every step of the way.
From the Father of the Bride: The entertainment at the wedding was terrific, just terrific. Each of the performers exhibited not only a lot of talent, but lots of enthusiasm and energy. They were key contributors to the evening's success. -
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Kristin Sent on 06/05/2022Rich Bascomb and Phase One
My husband and I are so grateful we found Craig Scott Entertainment. We booked Rich Bascomb and Phase One for our wedding day band and were completely blown away by them. We had beautiful live piano and violin for the ceremony, and then had the 8 piece band for our reception. The dance floor was packed the entire 4 hours, and the live music never stopped. Literally people were not sitting at their tables, and even during dinner people were still out on the dance floor. The talent of this group was truly incredible, we were in complete awe of them! Our guests kept asking where we found them and complimenting on how awesome they sounded. We thank them for making our wedding night the very best night! Our band leader, Rich, was so organized throughout the entire process and made everything so simple for us. Book them now, you will not regret it!!! -
Dominique Sent on 01/16/2022
Classic and Beyond Talented Band!
We hired Rich and The Phase One Band (the 7 piece band) for our wedding reception at The Farmhouse in Hampton, NJ for our wedding in December 2021! We wanted live music that felt like a band for our simple and traditional/timeless wedding theme but also wanted everyone to have the best time celebrating with us. Rich and Phase One met all of that for us! From booking to our wedding day, Rich worked closely with us to meet all of our requests! We are both in the military and had extenuating circumstances with our jobs and being out of state but Rich and the team at Craig Scott went above and beyond to accommodate all of our needs and ensure everything was perfect for our wedding. On the day of our wedding, the band was absolutely amazing - they did the most wonderful job with our first dance and parents dance songs they learned specifically for our wedding, and everyone had so much fun. We have had countless guests during the wedding and afterwards who said it was the best wedding band they’ve ever listened to and so many wanted their contact info to hire them for upcoming events. It was truly the best wedding reception music experience and we recommend this team to everyone - it was beyond worth the investment! -
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Kristen Sent on 01/11/2022Rich Bascomb and Phase One are the best!
We booked Rich Bascomb and Phase One through Craig Scott, and they did an amazing job providing music for our wedding ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception. Rich and his team are super easy to work with, and their incredible performance at our reception had our guests on the dance floor all night. Everyone kept saying how amazing they were, and even our venue said they were the best band they've worked with! Highly recommend! -
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Amanda Sent on 12/26/2021Amazing band - wish I could hire them again!
We hired the Craig Scott Band for our wedding and we cannot say enough wonderful things about the band or the company. We contacted several bands at similar price points, and then some that charged a significantly higher fee than CSB, and each of the other bands paled in comparison in terms of sound and customer service.
From the moment we reached out to Craig Scott Entertainment about the availability for various bands, Scott (one of the owners) was incredibly responsive, knowledgeable, and helpful. We felt like the company was interested in putting on a great show for our wedding guests -- not just putting on a show and collecting a check and moving on to the next act.
When it came down to choosing our music, Nick (who is in the CSB and served as MC at our wedding) was patient, thorough, and organized. At our actual wedding, he kept things moving and under control, which was a huge stress relief for us.
Now, the band itself -- wow, wow, wow. Multiple guests told us after our wedding that the band was the best wedding band they ever had heard, and we have to agree. The band had everyone up on the dance floor throughout the night and read the room so well, knowing when to speed things up and when to slow things down.
Our only regret is that we didn't get to spend the entire night on the dance floor. If I could go back to the beginning of wedding planning and do it all over, hiring the CSB would have been my first decision. I would recommend them highly to any couple who wants to be blown away.
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Steve Sent on 12/11/2021High Energy & So Much Fun!
We booked the Craig Scott Orchestra for our wedding and couldn't have had a better experience! From our first meeting with Scott, we knew this band was high energy and they care about the details. They worked with us through COVID and moving our wedding twice with professionalism and care. Day-of was absolutely perfect. Our guests can't stop talking about the music!!
Thank you for making our big day so special! -
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Heather Sent on 11/29/2021Amazing band
We had the Craig Scott Band for our wedding and they were AMAZING!! They had everyone up and dancing the entire time. We loved how interactive they were with the guests. We had so many guests come up to us and tell us it was the best band they've ever heard at a wedding. Everyone at the company was so nice and easy to work with. They were also SO accommodating when we postponed our wedding due to COVID. Could not recommend them enough! -
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Alex Sent on 11/16/2021100% Recommended
What a wonderful experience we had with Craig Scott Entertainment! The planning process was easy while working with everyone involved. From initial phone call, to follow up emails, to the day-of execution.
DJ Gary was exactly who we were looking for! From our first phone call, I could tell he would be great. He listened to what we envisioned for our night - both an atmosphere where guests could talk at their tables and enjoy themselves, to a bumping party later in the night. He was super nice, smiled the whole time and followed through on whatever we asked of him.
We also hired a violinist and sax player, who were also amazing! The violinist played during the ceremony. Guests raved how beautiful it was. Then he and the sax player alternately played during cocktail hour. Perfect musical entertainment for our guests!!
I highly suggest you look into Craig Scott Entertainment. You won't be disappointed! -
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Karen Sent on 11/12/2021Best wedding band ever!!
We are so happy with the Craig Scott’s Phase one band’s performance at our wedding on 11/7/2021. Every one of our guests raved about the music and how engaging the singers were with the crowd. They got so many people on the dance floor that never dance! I couldn’t believe how many people were on the dance floor the whole night! In addition to the music and fun atmosphere, the transitions into and out of music, speeches, etc was perfect! Phase one truly made our wedding one of the best experiences ever for us, our family, and friends. -
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Kenneth. Sent on 11/06/2021DJ Bill was great
DJ Bill provided an excellent experience for us and our guests. He was professional, arriving on time and setting up. He insured a good time was had by all. We had some specific requests (Polish music) and he accommodated our request very well. -
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Jon Sent on 10/18/2021Best Wedding Band
We hired the Craig Scott band, Phase One to perform at our wedding, and simply put they couldn't have done a better job. They were friendly, fun, exciting, and they got everyone out on the dance floor all night. They were able to learn a few special songs for us which they performed excellently! We had so many guests complimenting the band, which was a great feeling as well. 10/10 recommend using them. Very easy to work with during the planning process as well. -
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Emily Sent on 09/27/2021Customizable to your specific vision!
Craig Scott Entertainment provided exactly what we were looking for our August 21, 2021 wedding at the Ryland Inn. We were initially undecided on having a band vs. DJ and felt at ease knowing that Craig Scott Entertainment could provide us with the perfect combination. We utilized an acoustic guitar and violin duo for our ceremony; saxophone/keyboard/upright bass for our cocktail hour, and DJ Gary for our reception. Everyone at Craig Scott (from Rich in sales to Kathy in the business office to our DJ Gary) was communicative and pleasant to work with! Rich understood our needs and made suggestions to create the perfect musical combination on our wedding day. DJ Gary was accommodating to requests and had our guests on the dance floor ALL night. -
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Michael Sent on 09/26/2021They know how to party!
The musicians and dj for Craig Scott entertainment know what a party needs. They were professional, talented musicians who knew how to make my nephews wedding a special night to remember. I will always use Craig Scott entertainment. Thanks for making my kids so happy…. -
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Liana Sent on 09/16/2021The Most Memorable Part of our Wedding
We had an absolutely amazing experience with Craig Scott at our wedding. From the smooth ceremony, to custom music at cocktail hour, to a perfect mix of an elegant and fun reception- Craig Scott provided fantastic entertainment and they truly made our wedding (our guests are still talking about the band). Not only was the band amazing and played non-stop through the reception (even through dinner courses) but they brought people out on the floor like I've never seen before. The team was such a pleasure to work with and so professional... the music flowed flawlessly and the planning was a breeze. -
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Alejandra Sent on 09/08/2021Great band!
Phase One played at our wedding on 8/14/21 and we couldn't be happier. Everyone is still raving about how good the band was. Rich was incredibly responsive leading up to our wedding day and worked with us to ensure that all went smoothly. They did an incredible job of playing a mix of music that kept our guests dancing throughout the night. I wish we could get married again just to have another excuse to work with them again! -
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Erin Sent on 09/01/2021Our Dream Come True Band!
Craig Scott was extremely flexible and worked with us through our cancelled wedding due to COVID. Sadly our original selected band was not available for our new wedding date, but Craig Scott gave us plenty of other options to choose from, all at the locked in rate for the original wedding, which was extremely appreciated. We went with Matt Friedman and Uptown Sounds, and they were PHENOMENAL! Matt is such a Talented director and was so helpful in working through our set list with us. He had the band learn so many songs and they totally rocked it. The lead singer even ran a little late because of unforeseen traffic, but she quite literally ran in right on time and didn't miss one beat - she just started singing and blew everyone away. None of our guests can stop raving about them!! Go band or go home! -
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Kelly Sent on 08/08/2021Best wedding band!
We booked Matt Friedman and the Uptown Sounds for our wedding in May 2021. We worked with Scott from Craig Scott Entertainment to find a band that worked well for what we wanted. Scott was extremely friendly, personable and took the time to be available and answer all questions and concerns we had. And Matt and the rest of the band were absolutely fantastic! They put on an amazing event. So many of our friends and family requested their information for their future weddings and events. They played all our special requests, parents’ requests, and helped make our night special and extremely memorable for us. They worked with us as the restrictions changed drastically with COVID. Their range and diversity was great and the progression from dinner music to having everyone jumping and singing on the dance floor was epic. Working with Matt before the event was great too. He was a great MC. Thanks so much for everything! -
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Julie Sent on 08/03/2021Highest Quality and Most fun band EVER!
Words truly can’t describe how lucky my husband I are that Matthew Friedman and Uptown Sounds were our wedding band. I keep getting messages that it was the best band people have ever heard and they made our night UNFORGETTABLE. They are immensely talented and could not be more professional! No one was sitting the entire night- the dance floor was PACKED every second of the wedding thanks to them. They were interactive and sounded amazing! I am a musician myself, and the talent that this band has is absolutely unbelievable and of the highest quality!
From the start, Craig Scott entertainment was so easy to work with. Kathy, Rich, and Matt were immensely helpful through the planning process! If I could give more than a 10/10 I would. Thank you Craig Scott Entertainment and Matthew Friedman and the Uptown Sounds for making our wedding a dream! -
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Lisa Sent on 07/30/2021DJ was perfect for elegant wedding
At first we had a hard time envisioning a DJ for our daughter's wedding, which was an elegant affair. We were also somewhat concerned as our daughter and her fiancé are fairly reserved. Based upon our first discussion with Rich Bascomb at Craig Scott, he felt strongly that DJ Gary would be. good match. Gary came through for us in a big way. His set-up was discreet and elegant, as was the uplighting provided by Craig Scott. They had a lighting technician on-site throughout the reception which ensured the right ambiance as evening set. Our daughter's preliminary phone call with Gary a few weeks prior to the wedding was helpful as well, and Gary did a great job balancing the right combination of different music genres, including Greek music. The energy was perfect. Throughout the process, Craig Scott's administration office (Kathy) was as professional as Rich and Gary. A great experience! -
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Kara Sent on 06/05/2021Amazing band!
Phase One absolutely killed it!! The band was definitely the highlight of the night if not the weekend, and all of our guests kept saying how much they loved the band. They had everyone up and dancing the entire time. Rich and Craig Scott Entertainment were great at communicating throughout the entire process and at making sure all details were in line. They asked for our preferences and went above and beyond what we could have asked for. I highly recommend this band -- you will not be disappointed!Craig Scott Entertainment's reply:
Hi Kara! Thank you so much for taking the time to write a review. i am so glad you had great time and enjoyed your Wedding. -
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Amber Sent on 12/04/2020Party Starter!!!
Music was amazing!!!!! They had so many music options when I called them! We went with the pianist and DJ! AMAZING!!!! Once the DJ started our guest didn’t leave the dance floor! Highly recommended! We asked for some changes in announcements and it was done with no hesitation! They were so nice and easy to work with! -
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Kyla Sent on 11/08/2020The best of the best!
Craig Scott Entertainment was great to work with from the start. Easy booking process and very responsive. We had Carlos as our DJ and he did such an incredible job. He played the perfect mix of what we asked for and he even said our last name right! We couldn't have imagined a more perfect night, we had the most fun and it's all thanks to DJ Carlos!Craig Scott Entertainment's reply:
Hi Kyla - thank you for taking the time to write a review. It was such a pleasure working with you and Zak. I'm so glad everyone had a great time. -
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Gabbi Sent on 10/22/2020Rock On...
Have you ever been to a wedding where at the end of the night everyone was chanting ONE MORE SONG and the band played an epic encore of Rock n' Roll by Zepplin? Yeah...neither have we, that is until Matt & his band played our wedding! The entire team at Craig Scott was absolutely wonderful to work with and so communicative. We were nervous about throwing our wedding last month during COVID times, wondering what the vibe would be in a world where people have to stay 6 feet apart. Matt spoke to us leading up to the day to go over song selections and assured us his band would have everyone on the dancefloor - and they DELIVERED! With these guys, it was impossible to stay sitting at your seat. Matt was so great to work with, delivered on our song choices, but they have the incredible ability to read the room and I highly suggest letting them do their thing! Everyone could not stop talking about the band after the wedding, and live music was more important than ever to everyone during these times. Highly recommend to anyone looking to throw an amazing wedding/event in the future!! -
Lauren Sent on 10/20/2020
PERFECT band- Escapade
We chose Escapade and our day and band was beyond perfect. Craig Scott was a dream to work with and was very accommodating when we had to move our wedding date due to the COVID pandemic. My favorite song they did was Happy by Pharrell- they knocked it out of the park and sang with SO much soul. I'd chose Escapade over and over and over again. I can't wait til we get our wedding video so we can watch them play! Look no further for a band! -
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David Sent on 10/19/2020Thank You Craig Scott Entertainment
One opportunity to get the day right. 100% professional and satisfied. Thoroughly impressed; could not be happier with our decision to work with Craig Scott Entertainment and Neue Stringz.
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