Hi, I'm Phil Richards 👋
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Experienced
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Phil was fantastic! He created an amazing atmosphere, had great banter with our guests, played requests and went beyond expectations to turn the night into one of the most memorable nights we’ve had.
Hello all, Phil here! Whether you’re looking for chilled out music to complement your event, or upbeat party music and a good bit of banter, I’ve got you covered. I like to engage and have a laugh with my audience and not take myself too seriously whenever possible and appropriate (but I can also blend in and play some tasteful tunes in the background when the occasion calls for it!)
Phil Richards Music Pricing & Costs

Pricing for suppliers

Prices Start at
£350
Maximum price
£1,000
I can offer everything needed throughout your big day! I have packages for: Ceremony, Drinks Reception, Ceremony + Drinks Reception, Evening Reception, and and All Day Diamond Package which covers all of the above. I can also offer a DJ Playlist service for after my evening set if you're wanting something to keep the party going. Don't be afraid to get in touch, I can provide a detailed breakdown of my packages, giving you the information you need and answering any questions you may have.
Phil Richards Music Details

Disco Lighting
PA System
Sound Equipment
Take Requests
Noise Limiter Experience
Learn New Songs

Type of Performer(s) or Business

Disco
Solo Musician
Solo Singer
Function Band
DJ

Primary Instrument(s)

Male Vocals
Guitar

Style of Music

Ceremony Music
Jazz
Reception Music
Acoustic
Drinks / Cocktails Music
Pop / Rock
Phil Richards Music Full Description
Once upon a time, my bios were written in third person, as if I was super important and had my own private editor (Hah!) Over the years I’ve come to realise that’s not who I am or the vibe I want to put across. So we’re starting fresh! Before I tell you a little bit about myself however, I should say that when the wedding calls for it (such as during the drinks reception) I am more than capable of providing a professional background ambience without the music being overpowering. There’s a time and a place for lively entertainment, and the same goes for complementing an occasion with tasteful music that people can listen to and still have a chat. A lot of weddings also require a little bit of both! THAT SAID… If you give me a crowd that can handle a good time, some banter, and a pinch of humour, I’m in my element! I absolutely love having a laugh and a chat with the audience in between songs. We’ll get plenty of singalong numbers in there but if you’re looking for a performer who will play songs back to back without saying a word in between, I’m probably not your guy… Anyway, here we are years later and I’ve finally accepted that my slightly different approach goes down a treat. Don’t get me wrong, if the crowd aren’t down for it, I can read the room and make sure to play some bangers and give everyone a good time regardless. But if the crowd is willing, then let the banter commence! My Song List is massive, with songs from the 50s to now, so everyone will be happy, and I also like the occasional request thrown at me to keep me on my toes! Also, I’ve got all that business stuff like all the equipment, Public Liability Insurance, PAT tests etc but that part’s no fun so I left it till last… Anyway, book me it’ll be amazing.

Personal Message from the Manager

Name of Wedding Contact: Phil Richards
This sections asks me to provide a personal message from the 'manager'. So from me, Phil Richards, the manager of myself... Thanks for taking a look at my profile, have a good look around and get in touch if you have any questions whatsoever. Happy planning!

Experience

Year Business Was Established
2016
No. of Weddings Hosted
More than 50
Public Liability Insurance
Yes
No. of People In Team
1
Reviews
(23)
George & Mollie Harrison
Happy couple married in June
January 2024
Mollie & George Harrison's Wedding 04.06.2022

Phil was amazing! We had seen Phil perform at our venue during lockdown and at a few wedding fayres and originally he wasn't available for our date. We put our names down again (just in case) and the date had freed up! Phil is an amazing singer, he performed at our drinks reception and so many people commented that at first they thought it was a CD, he was that good! We have seen him recently at a few gigs and he has always come up to use for a chat and catch up! I highly recommend him for any event.

Chloe & Mat
Happy couple married in December
November 2023
Excellently entertaining

We booked Phil to sing during the day at our wedding to keep the guests entertained while the photo’s were happening! Well we actually cut the photo’s short as our guests were having far too much fun inside singing along with Phil! All our guests loved him, as did we! He was very chatty with everyone and sang requested songs, everyone was singing and dancing about at 1:30 in the afternoon and it was brilliant. Thanks again Phil! Even though it was 3 years ago, people still mention THAT part of the wedding (Sweet Caroline) to us 😀 xxx

Kerry
Wedding: August
September 2023
Best Friends Wedding

Phil is unforgettable. He puts his own style on tracks as well as really great versions of original stuff - his banter & humour are so good that it’s impossible not to dance on the floor as he’d shame you albeit politely into getting up & getting your groove on, Highly recommended for any occasion.

Laura & Jordan
Happy couple married in September
September 2023
Our wedding day

Thank you so much to Phil for singing at our wedding for our drinks reception 03.09.22 at The Barn at Willerby. You are just incredible, I loved your voice from the first time I heard you at The Willerby Barn's wedding fayre and knew I had to book you. I have seen you at a few events there now and I've loved every one. Thank you for singing at our special day. Our guests loved you. Would definitely recommend and use you again in the future! Photo credit- Gingersnaps wedding photography

Chan and Faye
Happy couple married in August
September 2023
Phil made our special day even more special!

What can I say? We are so happy we found Phil to play at our wedding. He was amazing from beginning to end and thoroughly entertained our guests. We kept getting comments from our guests about just how good he was and how good the atmosphere was during the drinks reception. Phil was very professional with us and really went the extra mile to ensure our ceremony and reception was special. I will forever hold the day in my memories and Phil was a big part of that. Thank you so much Phil 💕

Hannah & Jordan
Happy couple married in February
September 2023
Best entertainment for my wedding!

Phil was amazing, got all of our guests up on there feet and created a great atmosphere. I recommended him to my sister and best friend and they was both also so glad they booked Phil for their wedding!

Ben and Leigh
Happy couple married in September
September 2023
He made our wedding

We requested Phil to travel many miles to be with us on our special day. (He’s that good) He did not disappoint!! Everyone of our guests loved him. We danced and danced throughout the day. I wanted phil to Sing as I walked down the isle, I picked the song and he sent me previews of him learning the song… simply amazing.

Trish & Andy
Happy couple married in July
September 2023
Excellent singer and entertainer

Phil was amazing full stop. For not only performing our selected songs for our ceremony, but for playing as you said, for friends ❤️ We met Phil at The Barn At Willerby Hill when we went for a Christmas afternoon tea back in 2021, and we knew as as soon as we heard his voice that we wanted him to be apart of our amazing day. We got married July 2023 at The Barn At Willerby Hill. We had the most amazing day, but made better by Phil singing our songs. Phil really put his all into his performances and really gave us a day to remember. A lot of our guests didn't even realise he was singing at the back because they said he sounded so good they thought the music was a cd of someone famous ❤️. I've added some photos of our day with Phil. He really gives it his all and uses his knowledge of the wedding industry to help you ensure your music really sets the scene. Please trust his professional opinion and welcome it and you will get to have an amazing day like ours with beautiful music at the right times ❤️ We will always cherish you Phil and unfortunately your stuck with us now 😅 but we love you (and Laura) very much and we are so happy to have made a great friendship with you both ❤️

Shaun Sidebottom
Happy couple married in February
September 2023
he is so approachable

Phil isn’t just an amazing singer he genuinely tries to make your night / day special by interacting with everyone and he is so approachable, nothing is to much trouble, have booked him twice now for our wedding and my wife’s 50th party, Definitely be using him again as will lots of our guests

Gareth & Emma Orriss
Happy couple married in December
September 2023
made a wonderful day extremely special.

We booked Phil for our wedding after seeing him at a few live events. He was absolutely excellent and made a wonderful day extremely special. Phil is a true professional, a great person and I would not hesitate to recommend him!

Phil Richards Music Location & Contact Details
Address
Chanterlands Ave, Kingston upon Hull, Kingston upon Hull, HU5 4DL, England, United Kingdom
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FAQs
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What is your most memorable wedding?

Oh wow I wouldn't know where to start haha! There have been countless interesting and unique weddings I've performed at over the years. I suppose the one that pops to mind first is a wedding which was at a venue where the owners of the venue had to pop in half way through the drinks reception... VIA HELICOPTER. So they landed a chopper in the back garden, had a short meeting, and then flew away... That was memorable!

Describe your style in 5 adjectives.

Daytime: Chilled, ambient, fun, upbeat, foot-tapping Evening: Banterous, relaxed, funny, dance-worthy, memorable

What about your business are you most proud of?

Probably the fact that I embrace who I am, rather than pretending to be some uptight performer who is super professional at all times. I'm professional when it's required, such as for writing up confirmations, and discussing the specifics of your big day. But on the night I just love that people enjoy my performance for me and who I am.

What is your No. 1 wedding planning tip for couples?

This is going to sound bias, but... BOOK A MUSICIAN! Even if it's not me, just book one, or at least consider it. It's crazy the amount of couples who have said things along the lines of 'You absolutely made the day, people have not stopped talking about your performance' and yet music was one of, if not THE last thing they considered booking. My non-musical planning tip would be to not get too hung up on timings/organisation. Obviously don't be afraid to plan as best you can, but at the very least, on the day of your wedding, try to just enjoy yourself. Your suppliers are there to do what they do best and make sure things flow smoothly, and you're there to enjoy and take in the best day of your life, so have fun!

What is your favourite personal touch you have seen at a wedding?

You know in like, communication centres where they have all the clocks on the wall with all the times of the world? The bride and groom had got a few clocks and used them to signify the timings of the day. I hadn't seen that before, and haven't since!

Describe your typical process with a couple.

I normally do most of my communication through email/text/messenger etc and in the run up to the big day I provide a form for you to fill in with all the final details. With slightly more complicated bookings such as an all day wedding, I usually try to arrange a phone call so we can discuss all the finer details. With any booking, I am of course happy to arrange a phone call to discuss the booking if you like to have a chat on the phone about things! Or you can drop me a message any time, with any questions, and I'll get back to you as soon as I can!

What makes a romantic first dance?

Can I say live music haha! I would say the backdrop is important, so your photos look super pretty and all that. Also, I've seen some shots where all the guests are gathered round the dancefloor, I think that's a nice emotional touch! Regarding song choice, don't worry too much about what's considered 'acceptable'. Pick a song you both love and that means something to you, that's what matters the most, not what others think.

What is your number one floor-filler?

Love it or hate it, it's gotta be Sweet Caroline. But don't worry if you're a Sweet Caroline hater (you're not alone), just tell me not to play it and I won't. I have so many floor-fillers, you're better off taking a look at my song list!

Which band from the past would you most like to have been part of?

Probably Queen, Freddie's got some serious pipes.

What is the soundtrack to your life?

Why is the last question on this list the most difficult to answer! I guess I'd have to say 'Drift Away' by Dobie Gray. It speaks a lot about the power of music, which as you would probably guess, is important to me as a musician!
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