- Longmont, CO
- Guitarist
- Starts at $150
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Nick Critchlow
Overview
Looking for a guitar/violin duo for your wedding or special event? We have played and DJed events and weddings for the past 10 years! Our live set contains crowd- pleasing covers and upbeat original tunes. For weddings, our specialty is beautiful ceremony music and cocktail hour music.
When DJing receptions, I aim to please all ages on the dance floor! I can provide my own PA system, provide mics for speeches, and MC during the event to keep things moving along.
Reviews
28 reviews
Annie F.
October 21, 2026Amazing live music.
Nick was amazing! Him and Tom played live music during our wedding ceremony and reception and the guests loved them! It was so special having live music for the ceremony. Nick also did great being our DJ and announcing throughout the night. Highly recommend especially if you love live music!
Hired as: Singing Guitarist, Wedding DJ
Erin F.
October 20, 2026Perfection!
Nick and Tom playing live music during the wedding ceremony and cocktail hour was absolutely incredible! The only word I have is perfection. It was such a special part of the day. Nick is very professional and reliable and having him for our wedding ceremony and as our reception DJ was wonderful. Do not hesitate to hire him for your event, he is awesome!
Hired as: Singing Guitarist, Wedding DJ
Erin K.
September 9, 2026From beautiful acoustic strings to a packed dance floor!
We hired Nick Critchlow for our daughter’s wedding, and we are so glad we did! He did an amazing job playing live acoustic music during the ceremony. It set such a romantic and special tone. During the cocktail hour, he provided a great, relaxed vibe that our guests loved. Once the reception started, he truly kept the party going. The dance floor stayed full all night. We had a wonderful time working with him from start to finish. We would highly recommend him to anyone looking for a talented and professional wedding DJ!
Hired as: Singing Guitarist, Wedding DJ
Riley S.
July 21, 20264th of July Fun
Nick provided music for our 4th of July picnic! As always the experience was professional and easy to communicate. The residents loved the music prepped! It really added to the event and made it special!
Hired as: Singing Guitarist
Kerr M.
July 13, 2026A wedding planners dream entertainer
We had the absolute pleasure of working with Nick this past weekend. He was attentive professional and locked in for load in even in the high heat wave! He kept the vibes up all night and pivoted with any adjustment needed. Great addition to any event! 10/10 we will see you again!
-HKPlanners
Hired as: Wedding DJ
Booking information
Price range: Contact for pricing
Languages: English
Gig length: 40 - 180 minutes
What to expect
If an audience came to see me, they can expect to see a duo (acoustic guitar/singer and violin). The songs would be a mix of original tunes, covers, and mashups. Listeners would hear covers from the 70's through the early 2000's. The style would be a mix of blues, folk, and rock. They would hear a lot of stories and jokes between songs.
About
Nick Critchlow is a singer/songwriter from Fort Collins, Colorado. He has been a local NoCo musician for over a decade, playing his original acoustic tunes up-and-down the front range. Critchlow enjoys tongue-in-cheek lyrics and telling humorous stories in between songs. His biggest musical influences are The Lumineers, John Mayer, The Avett Brothers, and Jack Johnson. Depending on the size and needs of the venue, Critchlow plays solo, as a duo, or trio.
Thomas Viney is a seasoned violinist who has played in various orchestras and music groups for the past 15 years. He specializes in creating rich melodies and harmonies and catchy fiddle licks. Viney also provides backup vocals.
Additional booking notes
We can provide our own sound system for small/medium sized venues.
Services offered
Past booked events
June 2026
20
Saturday
Wedding Reception
5:00pm - 11:00pm
•
Johnstown, CO
May 2026
02
Saturday
Wedding Reception
6:00pm - 7:30pm
•
Vail, CO
September 2025
05
Friday
Rehearsal Dinner
5:00pm - 8:00pm
•
Berthoud, CO
June 2025
28
Saturday
Retirement Community Event
1:00pm - 3:00pm
•
Fort Collins, CO
December 2024
23
Monday
Christmas Party
5:30pm - 7:00pm
•
Timnath, CO
September 2024
28
Saturday
Surprise
6:00pm - 7:00pm
•
Loveland, CO
April 2024
21
Sunday
Funeral/Memorial Service
2:30pm - 3:30pm
•
Fort Collins, CO
October 2023
07
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
3:00pm - 6:00pm
•
Fort Collins, CO
Set list
Here are a few covers that I have played in the past:
First Day of My Life - Bright Eyes
Make You Feel My Love - Adele
How Sweet It is - James Taylor
Take It Easy - The Eagles
I've Just Seen a Face - The Beatles
What I Got - Sublime
The Joker - Steve Miller
Blister in the Sun - Violent Femmes
Beautiful - G Love
My Girl - The Temptations
Bad Moon Rising - CCR
Crazy - Gnarles Barkley
Wagon Wheel - Old Crow Medicine Show
Brandy You're a Fine Girl - Looking Glass
What a Wonderful World - Louis Armstrong
Have a Little Faith in Me - John Hiatt
Crazy Love - Van Morrison
No Diggity - Black Street
No Rain - Blind Melon
Hand in my Pocket - Alanis Morissette
Better Days - Citizen King
Ohh La La - Faces
Forget You - Cee Lo Green
I Will Survive - Gloria Gaynor
Semi-Charmed Life - Third Eye Blind
Santa Monica - Everclear
What's Up? - 4 Non Blondes
Influences and inspiration
Jack Johnson, John Mayer, Avett Brothers, Jason Mraz. The Head and the Heart, & The Lumineers.
Setup requirements
None
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