21 Red entry page www.21Red.co.uk

Scottish wedding band
& function entertainers

GREAT PARTIES GUARANTEED!

Gavin: keyboards, guitars, b.vocals Ian: drums, percussion, b.vocals Kenny: lead vocals, guitars, MC John: bass, b.vocals

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Here's just a tiny sample of the plaudits we've received throughout our Scottish weddings and functions "career". All are absolutely genuine and were sent to us, unsolicited, by people whom we'd helped have a great celebration ... their own words tell the story best.       (click on pics below for larger images)

(Note how many couples refer directly to guests' reactions - the simple but powerful message here is: keep your guests happy and you'll have a great night!)

Hi Ian

Sorry I didn't get the chance to see you at the end of the night or drop you a line sooner, I was busy saying cheerio to everyone and then we went to Paris for a few days - but I just wanted to say thanks to you and the guys for a great night and for running everything so smoothly

I'll give you a shout next time we have an "occasion"

Cheers, and thanks again

Chris 

Chris Ferrie (Silver Wedding, Hamilton Park Racecourse Marquee, December 2009)

Hi Ian
Just to say thank you again for a fabulous night at our wedding in Kilmardinny House last week. We had an absolute blast and a lot of the guests commented on how good the band were. 
I've passed your details onto my friend Denise who is getting married next year, so hopefully you can play at her big day as well. We really loved the wide mix of music that you played and we hope to use you again in the future - a couple of 40th parties coming up! 

Thanks again, Ewan and Tracey.

Tracey & Ewan Callison (Kilmardinny House, Bearsden, November 2009)

Hi 21 Red

Thanks for a really fantastic performance at our wedding. Everyone (including us) thought you were brilliant. The Gay Gordons and Old Lang Syne particularly will live long in the memories of everyone who was there. We all had a fantastic time dancing along to your excellent performance

Best Wishes

Colin and Sharon

Sharon & Colin Harper (Moorpark Country House, Kilbirnie, October 2009)

Ian and John, Gavin and Kenny
 
Just wanted to drop you a line to say a more formal thank you for playing at our wedding on the 4th July.  Both myself and David thoroughly enjoyed the night and the choice and range of songs you played.  Many of our guests also commented on how good the music was and how much they enjoyed themselves.  I think the fact that everyone seemed to be up dancing at some point just goes to further demonstrate this.  We were very impressed with your professionalism and how well everything went with really a minimum input from ourselves.  Choosing a good band was very important for us and we would have no hesitation in recommending you to other people.
 
Thank you once again
 
Sarah & David (Hotel du Vin [One Devonshire Gardens] Glasgow, July 2009)
Hi guys,
 
We just wanted to say a huge THANK YOU for playing at our wedding on 12th June. 

You were fantastic and everyone is still talking about you!
 
Best wishes
 
Sherene and Colin McKay (Dalmeny Park Country House Hotel, Barrhead, June 2009)

Hi Ian,

Great! Great!  Great!

A massive thanks to you and the rest of the band from someone who knows a wee bit about live bands. Your choice of material, the relaxed atmosphere you created - it's not hard to see how long you have been together - very, very tight, totally professional. You helped make my daughter's evening one not to be forgotten ...

I have seen many bands in my time, but as a wedding band you are absolutely tops and I would have no problem recommending you to ANYONE. Once more, I can't thank you enough ...Thanks, Davy

Davy Smith, Laura's Dad (Laura & David Hall, Cladhan Hotel, Falkirk, May 2009)

To Ian and the rest of the band

Thank you all so much for the amazing night you gave us at Glenskirlie. We had a fantastic time thanks to you

We also appreciate you backing up our jazz singer friend - we had no idea she was going to do that!

You really made our night a success ... thanks again!

Laurie & Rob Casey (Glenskirlie Castle, January 2009)

..... you guys ROCKED!!! 

Radisson SAS««««« Hotel, Glasgow (Hotel's Christmas Party nights 2008)

Dear 21 Red

Thanks for a brilliant night lads!

Great range of music - everyone enjoyed  themselves. Not bad going for 200 guests!

Cheers & many  thanks

Ricky and the Committee of Renfrew Thistle AFC

Ricky McLellan (Hat-trick Hero!), Club 40th Anniversary, Renfrew Golf Club, October 2008

Hi Ian,

Just wanted to take this opportunity to thank you all very much indeed for making Kirsty & Stuart's wedding on Saturday night at Mar Hall such an enjoyable occasion. You were
absolutely fantastic and I can't thank you enough. I will not hesitate to recommend you to others.

Many Thanks

Susan McKnight, Kirsty's mum (Kirsty & Stuart Colvin, Mar Hall,  Erskine, August 2008)

Hi Ian

Sorry this has taken so long, but I wanted to say a huge thank you.  The band were brilliant and so many people commented on you.

Thanks again, you made our day!

Marianne and David McLernan (Winnock Hotel, Drymen, July 2008)

Hi Ian

Just a belated note to say thanks for performing at our wedding - we had a fantastic day. We had a music theme to our wedding, naming our tables after our favourite albums and everyone got a CD favour so the fact that we had a brilliant band just topped the theme off brilliantly. We especially loved your version of Primal Scream's "Country Girl"! Everyone loved the music and the dancefloor was never empty! We certainly will be recommending you to anyone who wishes to tie the knot. 

Thanks again !

Claire and Joseph Hoolaghan  (Lochside House Hotel, New Cumnock, November 2007)

Hi Ian and the 21 Red gang!
 
We just wanted to say thank you
soooo much for your huge contribution to our wedding day!  Everyone at the wedding thought that you were absolutely brilliant and you definitely made it a most memorable night for us both. 
 
You were the fantastic finale to an amazing day, the dance floor was filled all evening, from the first song to the last!
 
Many of our friends have been commenting on how great you were and asking how we had heard of you.  We will have no hesitation in recommending you to anyone looking for a band or planning a wedding in the future. 
 
Thank you very much once again!
 
Carol and John Hunter (Glenskirlie Castle, Banknock. October 2007)
Ian,

WOW! We read your website and thought no one can be this good, but the testimonials on your website don't do you justice, you exceeded our wildest expectations (which were very high). From the minute you struck that first note to the very last everybody was up dancing!!!

Loads of people asked where we found you, I know that people were asking for your cards, numbers and web address. 

We were a bit apprehensive - as I'm sure every couple is - about the entertainment on their wedding day, but 21 Red were awesome. We had a barbecue the following day and everyone there was still talking about you, and my new wife & I will remember forever what you did for us. I would recommend to anybody who gets to your website: just book, don't ask any questions, these guys are the best, you will not be disappointed - in fact they will be better than anything you could possibly imagine!!
                 Erin & Martyn wedding day             Erin & Martyn 1st dance
Thanks once again for being the icing on the cake on our wedding day!! You made the night, just as Erin and I were having the perfect day, 21 red hit the stage and made it even better. I can't thank you enough!

Martyn & Erin Hearne (Norton House Hotel, Ingliston,  July 2007)

Hi Ian,

I would just like to thank you for being so good at our wedding - you guys were fantastic - my dad was in shock as he has been to loads of weddings but you are the first band he felt he would actually pay to see live! Everyone commented on how good you were and loved the mix of old classics and right-up-to-the-minute tunes! 

We had a great day and the best night of our lives - thanks again guys

Love 

Nicola and David Gray (Sherbrooke Castle, June 2007)

Hi Ian - Thank You!!

It's Laura from Stirling here - wanted to thank you for 9th June. I cant tell you how happy we were with the band.  Everyone has commented on how good you were, you guys totally made the night. I had the best day of my life and it was helped by your good music!! 

I know you must hear compliments like this all the time, but can't thank you enough. I am happy to make a personal recommendation to anyone planning a wedding and looking for a band.

Thanks again!

Laura & Paul McHale (Stirling County Rugby Club, June 2007)

Hi Ian

I just wanted to send a special thanks to you and the guys for a fantastic performance at our wedding reception on the 20th April. You were true to your word -
a guaranteed brilliant night - we left it all to you like you said and you did not let us down. You totally made our wedding the best.

I cannot tell you how many of our guests commented on you and asked where had we found you. You truly are first class. The dance floor was full from start to finish and the choice of songs was superb.

My only regret is not getting to thank you all personally on the night.

So thanks once again. We will definitely be recommending you in the future.

Kathleen and David Nicholson (Tudor Hotel, Airdrie, April 2007)
Hi Ian 

Just to say thanks for such a wonderful evening. So many people commented on how great the band were. You all really made the reception, something a DJ just couldn't have done! Loads of them asked for your band details, so hopefully you will get some bookings from the night. 

Take care and thanks once again 

Jenn xxx

Jennifer and Gary Drennan (Pollokshields Burgh Hall, Glasgow, April 2007)

Hi Guys

Just a wee email to thank you all once again for a brilliant performance, everyone was 
remarking on how great you were! We were delighted, and you made it easy for our guests to get up and shake their stuff!

   Liz & Colin -  first dance     Liz & Colin - riotous finale!

I will, of course, be  recommending you to my clients in the future ...

All the best

Liz and Colin Stuart  (Winter Gardens, People's Palace, Glasgow, March 2007)
[ Liz is proprietor of Beth Hodge Photography - see her great wedding collection here ]

Ian

Just wanted to say thanks for all the work and effort you guys put into making our wedding reception the great success that it was. Special thanks go to Kenny who we know was ill, but still sang his heart out.

Thanks for learning our song, it sounded great. The dance floor was crowded the whole night and everyone said how fab you were.

We are now back in Mexico and always talk about what a great time we had at our reception and that's thanks to you guys. We wish you continued success in the future - we will be recommending you.

Thanks again,

Lynsey and Jason Hillsley, Playacar, Mexico (Sherbrooke Castle Hotel, February 2007)
Thank You so very much for the wonderful entertainment you provided for our Wedding.

People have been commenting how the band performed - and there were some serious musicians in that room let us tell you ... they all commented on how great the band was. 

The dance floor was jumping all night ... we thought we would need to get the kilt hire shoes resoled due to overuse! We had a fabulous day, everything went according to plan and we had no worries due to everyone's professionalism.

Let us assure you we will have no hesitation in recommending your band and we have already passed on your name to another lucky couple who are getting married in 2008.

Thanks again guys, you were brilliant!

With our thanks and best wishes

Michelle and James McLaughlin (Hayston Golf Club, Kirkintilloch, October 2006)

Hi Ian, Kenny*

Thanks again for a great performance at our wedding - we were chuffed to bits and I hope you get some more business out of some of the impressed punters that were there that night! 

All the Best, 

Sarah & Derek Hutchison, San Diego CA (Airth Castle, Falkirk, October 2006)
*Sarah & Derek featured Kenny's
Acoustic Ambience guitar backdrop at their ceremony

Hi Ian

Just a little note to thank you all so so much for the night that you gave us all at our wedding at Glenskirlie, you guys were amazing. You did advise me to trust you and, being a little bit of a control freak (as I am sure all Brides are) I was a little nervous but you were so right, the dance floor was packed from beginning to end - a
Nadine and Thomas with Piper first at any wedding I have ever been at ...

 ... the live music and vocals were out of this world, in fact I don't think we even left the dance floor all night. 

Everyone has been asking for your number but I have advised them to book quick for their weddings next year!

Thanks so much again 


Nadine & Thomas Grant (Glenskirlie House, Banknock, September 2006)

Hi Ian and the band 

Simon and I just want to thank you for an
amazing night at our wedding on 10 June 06. The only disappointment we had was that we couldn't have you for longer!

The song choices were perfect, the comments on your web site about knowing how to play the crowd were spot on; everyone has said to us how fantastic they thought you were. We even have video footage of Simon's elderly aunt banging the air drums during one of your songs!

I absolutely loved the finale and couldn't have asked for a better ending to our night. Certainly in the future, any such events that both us or our friends want a live band for, we'll be coming straight to you - worth every penny.

Thanks again 


Simon and Melissa Hargreaves (Duck Bay Marina, Loch Lomond, June 2006)
Hi Ian

We would like to say a huge thankyou to 21 Red. 

You were absolutely superb and we could not have wished for a better band. We had a brilliant night and needn't have worried about our guests enjoying themselves, the dancefloor was full all night  and it was down to your great singing, musical skill
and choice of songs. Everyone is telling us how great a night it was and
that you were the best band they had heard at a wedding. We definitely agree
and we wouldn't hesitate  for one second to recommend you to anyone looking
for a band

Once again, a big thankyou. Cheers 21 Red!

Graeme & Angela Wiseman (Beardmore Hotel, Clydebank, January 2006)

Dear 21 Red

Awesome Wedding Day (Thank You!)

Just a quick word from our honeymoon location in Thailand, 
We had the best wedding day ever at Dalhousie Castle, Scotland. As much as we wanted to enjoy the day ourselves we were always hoping all the guests would have a good day having made the journey across from Northern Ireland. The day could not have gone better. 

As with much of the Wedding, booking a band from afar meant taking a leap of faith to a certain extent. 21 Red repaid us big time. The professionalism, the energy and the song choice had everyone up and the place pumping. The next day just about everyone commented on the band and wondered how we had found them. 

Awesome Show....... Thank You !
(If we decide to do this again 21 Red will be first to know!)

Stephen & Ciara (Lowey) (Dalhousie Castle, Bonnyrigg, December 2005)

Dear Ian,
 
What can we say? You guys were awesome!  You kept the dancefloor filled all night and your track selection was impeccable.  Not just your usual wedding fayre, but Kaiser Chiefs, Saw Doctors
(for the sizeable Irish contingent!) and all sorts of fantastic songs ,all impeccably performed.  Everyone was dancing from the youngest to the oldest and everyone had a smile on their face.
 
I have to say that your online web demo doesn't do you justice ...
 
I dropped a note to the Lodge on Loch Lomond Hotel that they should put you on their recommended list.
 
Best Wishes and thanks for making our evening. 
 
Simon and Treasa (Adcock) (Lodge on Loch Lomond, December 2005)

Hi Ian, 

We are on honeymoon (in Aruba) right now and having a fab time - weather superb!!

We just wanted to pass on a quick thanks to you and the guys, the music was fantastic, we have had so many comments on how good you were, it made our night.

You said to trust you and we did - thank goodness!!

Thanks Again

Jo and Graham (Smith)  (Bothwell Bridge Hotel, October 2005)

Hi Ian, 

Nicola and I just wanted to drop you note to say thank you very much for the music last night. As promised, it was absolutely fantastic, and we were inundated with comments about how good the band were. 

From a personal point of view the first dance (Beyond the Sea) and Teenage Kicks  will live long in the memory (apart from the sore legs this morning from star jumping thinking I was Feargal Sharkey!)

Please pass on our thanks to the rest of the guys!

Nicola & Graeme Mair  (Dumbuck House, Dumbarton, September 2005)

Dear Ian and 21 Red,

Just wanted to say a huge thank you to all of the band for a fantastic performance at our wedding and for helping to make our day perfect ... We lost count of the number of guests who commented on how good the band was ...

Such a wide range of fantastic songs to get everyone dancing ... I don't remember the dance floor being empty at any time throughout the evening!

Thanks to Leanne & Gary for permission to use this pic             Thanks to Leanne & Gary for permission to use this pic

A very big THANK YOU from both of us once again !!

Kind Regards, 

Leanne & Gary McIntosh (Glynhill Hotel, Renfrew, June 2005 )

Hi Ian, 

Just wanted to say a huge "Thank You" for making Jill and Steve's wedding go with such a swing on Saturday. So many people commented on the "great band" and they all thoroughly enjoyed the evening. It could not have gone better!Thanks to Jill & Steve for permission to use this pic

Many thanks!

Kind regards, Patricia Cumming

Jill and Steve Granger  (Mar Hall Hotel, June 2005)

Hi Ian, 

A BIG thank you!

Just a quick note to let you know that my husband and I had a fabulous day and you helped us have a marvellous evening!! You were all terrific and great fun. Thank you for all your help in making our day so special.

Take care, Karen and Alan xxx

Karen & Alan Stevenson (Sherbrooke Castle, May 2005)

Hi Ian, 

Just a quick note to say 'thank you'.

Everyone had a fantastic time and the dancing never stopped. We are so glad we went for a live band. Many of our guests have commented on how fantastic a day it was and how the band made the night, so thank you. The band play such an important part in your day and I am so happy we got you guys!!

Bobby & Theresa Moore (Sherbrooke Castle, April 05)

Dear Ian, John, Gavin & Kenny

Just a thank you note for playing our wedding and making the night!

Everyone has commented on how great you were, and how the band made the night - seven weeks later guests are still telling us how much they enjoyed themselves!

Thank you very much once again!

Lesley & Iain McDonald (New Lanark Mill Hotel, February 2005)

Dear Ian, 

Both Gordon and I would like to thank yourself and the boys for a truly wonderful night at our Wedding Party. The music was fabulous and you had the dance floor jumping all night which was just what we had hoped for. Absolutely everyone has commented how fabulous the band were, which we agree with 100%. 

Thank you once again for making our Wedding Party a night to remember. 

Julie & Gordon Chalmers-McKenzie (Maitlandfield House, Haddington, January 2005)

Dear 21 Red

... We wanted to say a huge thank you to all of the band for helping make our day so special ... We lost count of the number of guests who commented on how much better a live band was rather than a DJ ... Your friendliness and professionalism shone through the whole night and really made a difference ...

Thank you, thank you, thank you!!!

April & Simon Tomlinson (Melville Castle, Lasswade, July 2004)

Hi Ian ...

...I’m just writing on behalf of my wife and myself to say a BIG THANK YOU to you and the members of the band. All of you did a brilliant job and everyone was more than impressed with the music!
Hope that you are keeping well and thanks again.
Kind regards

Ian Fraser
(New Zealand) (Dalhousie Castle, Bonnyrigg, January 2004)

Dear Ian

Just a short note to thank you very much indeed for the fantastic service that you provided for us ... Your band is excellent, so many people commented on how good you were - us included.
I would thoroughly recommend your band to anyone ... Thank you for making the night so special for us!

Sarah & Mark Thomson (Cameron House, Loch Lomondside, November 2003)

Ian

... We thoroughly enjoyed our wedding and we'd love to do it all over again.  Your band contributed in no small part to the success of the occasion: the floor was always full, the choice of songs was excellent (just to our taste) and your musicianship was superb.  Your singer has a great voice ...  lots of guests commented on how good you were. 

Eleanor & Karl Johnston (Brig o' Doon House, Alloway, July 2003)

Hi Guys!

Just a quick note to say an extremely big thank you for the fantastic music you provided at our wedding ... We had a brilliant time, and have had nothing but praise for you ever since ... especially for managing such a wild bunch so well!!

Thank you again ... you were fab!

Sharon & Alec Morton (Kilconquhar Castle, East Neuk, August 2003)

Dear Ian

Before Liam And Veronica left for the States, they asked me to thank you for a great night. They are the envy of all their friends for having "such a fantastic band at our wedding"

For mine & Teresa's part, thanks again too! ...

Piero & Teresa Pieraccini (Glynhill Hotel, Renfrew, July 2003)

Hi Ian

Just a wee mail to thank you and the guys for making our Wedding a massive success.

My friends and family raved about the band - everyone said you were amazing so again thank you so much ... the night went on to be one we will always remember...

Again, thank you all so much

Debbie & Stewart Fraser (The Arthouse Hotel, Glasgow March 2003)

Thank You!   Thank You!   Thank You!   Thank You!

Dear Ian and guys,

Just a quick note to thank you all for a wonderful wedding reception. It was the perfect end to a perfect day. Our guests have all been raving about you ... it's true what they say, people always remember the food and the band ...

... We hope you enjoyed playing at the wedding as much as we all enjoyed listening to you. We were so happy you could play "Truly, Madly, Deeply" for our first dance and we were well impressed with your version of it.

Thanks again, Lots of love,

Debbie and Ross Calway (Winnock Hotel, Loch Lomondside May 2002)

Just a short note to thank you for a tremendous night on Saturday ... your band was absolutely fantastic and a good night was had by all.  Everyone I spoke to
commented on how good you all were ...

Sharon Buchanan (Dumbuck Hotel , Dumbarton Oct 2001)

... What a spectacular evening we had!

Just wanted to say thank you again, to you and all of the band.  We had a truly wonderful wedding followed by an excellent party.  Our day was exactly what we wanted it to be and more.

Thanks again!

Jane Barlow (Dundas Castle, South Queensferry Aug 2002)

Just a quick note to tell you how much we enjoyed the music at the wedding. I am sure that you could see that we were not the only ones as the floor was never empty.

Lots of people asked for your details which we duly passed on with pleasure

Please make sure you pass on our very best to all the band members and, again, a big thank you for making the big day go with a bang.

Yvonne Craig (Crutherland House, Strathaven July 2002)

We're most often told simply:
 "You're the best band we've ever heard at a wedding ..."