Casplash a.k.a. Caribbean Splash plays music made for dancing ranging from Calypso, Soca, and Reggae to Pop, Funk, R&B and more. We are a unique and eclectic band which has thrilled thousands of party revelers in New York City and throughout the USA. We combine the beautiful sounds of the steel pan, soulful singing and hot tropical rhythms. Casplash is founded by Steelpanist Rudy Crichlow, a man whose roots are in Trinidad and Tobago. Throughout the years the members of Casplash have taken thousands of audience members on a fantastic musical escapade via live performances.
According to the type of performance you desire we can lead familiar dances such as the Electric Slide, Hokey Pokey, Conga Line, and Limbo. Additionally, we can teach a traditional West Indian follow-the-leader style dance called Brown Girl In the Ring. This dance is very popular among our audiences.
In addition to numerous private clients, some of our past clients include: at the Mariott Marquis in New York City, JPMorgan Chase at The Chase Building in New York City, The American Heart Association in New York City, University of Medicine & Dentistry of New Jersey at The New Jersey Performing Arts Center in Newark, New Jersey, The Fox and Friends National Broadcast live from New York City, Children's Hope Foundation at Columbia University and The Sound Factory in New York City, Hudson Valley Hospital Center in Greenwich, Connecticut, Drinker, Biddle and Reath at Lincoln Harbor, New Jersey and Independence Care System in New York City
Among other places we've performed at Sands At Lido in Lido Beach, New York, 5 Spot Supperclub in Brooklyn, New York, The Pennants Club in Fort Drum, New York, The Lizard Lounge at Cafe Iguana in New York City, Nanina's In the Park in Belleville, New Jersey, Westbury Manor in Westbury, New York, Bayshore Yacht Club in Bayshore, New York, Larchmont Shore Club in Larchmont, New York, Le Bar Bat in New York City, Coco's Water Cafe in Huntington, New York, The Harbor Club in Huntington, New York, Horizon Cruises in New York City, The Choral House in Baldwin, New York, The Merchant Marine Academy in Kings Point, New York, The Crispus Attucks School (C.S. 21) in Brooklyn, New York, The New York City Marathon in New York City, The V.I.P. Club in New Rochelle, New York, The American Yacht Club in Rye, New York, The Cresent Bay Beach Club in Bayville, New York, Windows Over Harlem in New York City, Ocean Place Beach Resort in Long Branch, NJ and The Branford House in Groton, CT.
Casplash can range in size from a single steel pan, duet or trio, for intimate events such as cocktail hours, to concert style performances with professional staging and lights. DJ service can seamlessly be added to our performance package as well. Whether you need soft background music or hot music to make you dance the night away there is no doubt that Wherever There's Casplash, There's A Party!
Anniversaries
Bachelorette Parties
Banquets
Birthday Parties
Children's Birthday Parties
Celebrations
Christenings
Christmas Parties
Church Services
Clubs
Cocktail Parties
Community Events
Conventions
Corporate Functions
Dinner Dances
Events
Festivals
Fund Raisers
Funerals
Graduation Parties
Grand Openings
Picnic
Private Parties
Proms
Restaurants
Sweet 16 Parties
Weddings
Wedding Ceremonies
Wedding Cocktail Hours
Wedding Receptions
AfricaToto
AngelShaggy
Bacchanal LadyDavid Rudder
BachelorScrunter
Be StrongSizzla
Boogie On Reggae WomanStevie Wonder
Break DownJack Johnson
Brown Eyed GirlVan Morrison
Brown Girl In the RingTraditional
Calypso Jazz
Calypso Medley - Mary Ann, Brown Skin Girl & Mathilda
Can't Help Falling In LoveElvis Presley
Come Away With MeNora Jones
Could You Be LovedBob Marley
Day-O
Dollar Wine / Movin' Party (“Move It To the Left”)
Don't Matter (reggae version)Akon
Dyre MakerLed Zeppelin
Electric SlideMarcia Griffiths
EverythingMichael Buble
Funky Good TimeJames Brown
Get Down TonightK.C. and the Sunshine Band
Gimme Hope JohannaEddie Grant
Harder They Come the Harder They FallJimmy Cliff
Heart & Soul (Calypso Instrumental Version)Hoagy Carmichael & Frank Loesser
Hip Don't LieShakira
Hokey Pokey
Hot Hot HotArrow
I Belong To YouLenny Kravitz
I Want You BackJackson 5
Iko Iko
In the SummertimeMungo Jerry
IrreplacableBeyonce
It Don't Mean A Thing If It Ain't Got That SwingDuke Ellington
Jamaica FarewellHarry Bellafonte
Just FineMary J. Blidge
Just My ImaginationTemptations
Killing Me Softly (Fugees Style)Roberta Flack
Lady TeaserByron Lee
Longing ForJah Cure
MargaritavilleJimmy Buffet
MistyErrol Garner (As Performed by Ella Fitzgerald)
Mother And Child ReunionPaul Simon
My Funny ValentineRichard Rodgers and Lorenz Hart
My GirlTemptations
Nani WineCrazy
No OneAlicia Keys
Oobla Dee Oobla DaThe Beatles
Our HouseMadness
Red Red WineUB40
Rock SteadyAretha Franklin
Rock With YouMichael Jackson
Satin DollDuke Ellington
Shake Your Groove ThingPeaches and Herb
ShoutIsley Brothers
Sir DukeStevie Wonder
SolitudeDuke Ellington
Someone Loves You HoneyJune Lodge with Prince Mohammed
Sorry (Baby Can I Hold You)Foxy Brown
Stand By Me (funk version)Ben E. King
Stir It UpBob Marley
Telephone LoveJC Lodge
TemperatureSean Paul
The TwistChuck Berry
Three Little BirdsBob Marley
Tiny WineyArrow
Turn Me OnKevin Lyttle
Under the BoardwalkRickie Lee Jones
Underneath It AllNo Doubt
Waiting For the World To ChangeJohn Mayer
Waiting In VainBob Marley
Walk Away From LoveDavid Ruffin
Yellow Bird
You Can Get It If You Really WantJimmy Cliff
You're All I Need To Get ByMarvin Gaye and Tammi Terrel
Fraternity Function
in Lewisburg, PA
on 03/23/2013
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- Spencer S.
Cocktail Party
in Brooklyn, NY
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"Because I'm on my iPhone I won't write much. But- I will say, Rudy was
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He had a few guests wanting him for their own parties. Highly recommend him. I think we'll get his band to join in. "
- Josh W.
Corporate Function
in New York, NY
on 08/06/2012
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- Warren W.
Private Party
in Bayside, NY
on 07/14/2012
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"Casplash Band was wonderful! They brought the Caribbean to my backyard and got my guests up and dancing. From the minute the music started, hips were swaying to the music and lips were moving along to the words of the songs. It wasn't long before a conga line was wrapping it's way through my yard.
Thank you Casplash Band for making my summer party a hugh success."
- Teresa D.
Wedding Cocktail Hour
in Centerport, NY
on 06/02/2012
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"The steel pan player we had named Khuent was just glorious. He played exactly the sound flavor we were looking for. Who would have known that a jazz duo and steel drums would go together? My husband is from Louisiana and I am half Jamaican. We could not help but be more than pleased and our guests are still calling with their raving compliments about our band for the cocktail hour. We will not hesitate to hire them again. Thanks! for a job well done!"
- Crystal H.
Cocktail Party
in Nyc, NY
on 07/26/2011
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"The CASPLASH BAND made the party. It's important for a band to read the crowd along with just being able to produce great music. They accomplished both of these, above and beyond expectations. Do not hesitate to book these talented musicians!"
- Teresa P.
July 4th Party
in Massapequa, NY
on 07/03/2011
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"The band was great.very professional.We will use them again."
- Paul C.
Wedding Reception
in Rhinebeck, NY
on 05/21/2011
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"We cannot say enough great things about Casplash! We wanted a really great reggae band for our wedding and we cannot be happier we decided to hire Casplash. From the moment we met them, we knew these guys would put on a great party- and they did not let us down. Our guests have been raving about these guys since our wedding and keep telling us how much fun they had. They kept the dance floor packed all night long! The best part for me was when they surprised my husband with his favorite Led Zepellin song that I had requested that they learn for our big day. Not only was their performance amazing- but it brought my husband to tears! Thank you for an unforgettable day!"
- Diana C.
Anniversary Party
in Westport, CT
on 05/07/2011
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"The performer went above and beyond our expectations. He not only performed above our expectations, but he was very professional and accomodating. I would strongly recommend anyone looking for a steel band drummer to hire the Casplash band."
- Alex D.
Bat Mitzvah
in Oceanside, NY
on 04/03/2011
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"Great job Setting the tone for the party
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Steve "
- Steve F.
Birthday Party (Adults)
in Bronx, NY
on 09/26/2010
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"The Casplash Band was absolutely wonderful! They played for a 40th birthday party & all of my guests really enjoyed them. They were truly a great group & the sounds were amazing. I would recommend this band for any function one is having because you will not be disappointed. They learned a few songs that I requested, & they actually performed it better than the original group. I cannot wait to have another event because The Casplash Band will definitely be asked to come again!!!"
- Kimberly P.
Wedding
in Harvey Cedars, NJ
on 09/18/2010
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"We very highly recommend Casplash! Rudy and Khuent were absolutely fantastic musicians... everyone loved them! They were also super professional and accommodating - they learned a new song especially for our ceremony. Communication was great - Rudy responded promptly to all of my emails and made sure all of our timing details were ironed out.
You guys really made our evening extra special - we can't thank you enough!!"
- Kristen C.
Sweet 16 Party
in Brooklyn, NY
on 05/21/2010
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"We had a wonderful evening. Although my wife and daughter had everything under control, I was traveling on business the 2 weeks prior to the event and of little help in confirming and clearning things up. From my hotel room one evening, Rudy and I chatted and went over a couple of items from the day and time of the event, contact people, attire, to music list.
He was a truly a professional in our conversations.
That evening our limos were delayed in getting to the reception. He was there with his partners, all set up and ready to go. They were a great start to the evening. Musicial presence and playlist was awesome, professional all around. "
- William C.
Birthday Party (Children)
in Brooklyn, NY
on 03/27/2010
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"Rudy Crichlow was outstanding. He had the children dancing and the adults in awe. He connected with everyone and we are certainly going to hire him again. He is incredibly talented, polished, professional and most gracious to say the least! He's your top artist in case you didn't know!"
- Nicole M.
Community Event
in Piscataway, NJ
on 07/30/2009
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"Casplash recently performed at one of Piscataway Townships Concert in the Park Series. I wanted a Caribbean Band for one of the nights but did not know of any and was able to locate Casplash through GigMasters. From my very fist contact with Rudy, I found them to be very accomodating and professional. I was a little concerned about hiring a band I had never heard perform live. Not to worry---the band was terrific! Casplash had everyone up on their feet and dancing. We had a great time and look forward to having them back next year."
- Catherine J.
Retirement Party
in Saint James, NY
on 07/31/2009
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"Rudy was accomodating, professional, he arrived prompty, played beautifully, and added a nice atmosphere to my gathering. I would highly recommend him - Thanks Rudy!
Eileen"
- Eileen P.
Wedding Cocktail Hour
in Massapequa, NY
on 07/09/2009
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"Everyone at the reception was raving about this band! They were perfect in every way!"
- Mary R.
Wedding Cocktail Hour
in Brooklyn, NY
on 04/10/2009
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"They were the very best that money could buy. I am so greatly that we had them and everyone loved them. If I have any other event I will be rebooking them again!!!!"
- Jacquiva S.
Corporate Function
in New York, NY
on 12/20/2008
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"The Casplash Band are highly talented musicians with very professional and friendly personalities. They made sure all of our party goers had a great time and got everyone up and dancing. I recommend them for your next event!!"
- Maude E.
Festival
in New Orleans, LA
on 10/17/2008
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"I was completely satisfied with the band's performance. They were very friendly and were able to adapt to our specifications as well as engage our college student crowd very effectively. Their performance was fun, entertaining and very memorable. I am from Trinidad myself, which is in the southern Caribbean and I can tell you with the utmost confidence that this band is an authentic Caribbean band that plays classic Calypso, Soca and Reggae music that would be identifiable by any Caribbean native. If you want a true Caribbean experience instead of a cheap imitation, definitely book this band - they will not disappoint! "
- Melissa S.
Wedding
in Florham Park, NJ
on 06/06/2008
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"We hired Rudy as the background music for the cocktail hour at recent wedding - he was prompt, dressed immaculately, incredibly polite and tremendously talented! He played all requests with a smile and absolutely made our cocktail hour - thank you Rudy for a fantastic job!!!!
Jonathan & Elizabeth Bartlett"
- Jonathan B.
Wedding
in Brooklyn, NY
on 11/09/2007
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"Words can't not explain my deep thanks to Casplash for being a part of my special day. Rudy was a pleasure to work with and I will not hestitate to recommend the Band in the future. Run don't walk to book Casplash for your event!!"
- Lauretta A.
Birthday Party (Adults)
in Basking Ridge, NJ
on 07/27/2007
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"Rudy and Glen were a complete pleasure to have at our party. They were professional, cheerful and did a spectacular job to make my husband's birthday celebration a special one.
I would highly recommend them to anyone looking for that special sound of the islands. Many guests were asking where I found them and requesting business cards. Thank you to Gigmasters for making it so easy to find such wonderfully talented people!
K. Orbe"
- Kathy O.
Fundraiser
in Riverhead, NY
on 07/26/2007
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" hats off to rudy and quent from caribbean splash!!!! from the first communication until the good bye Rudy ws prompt and professional. Had a great time with gig masters and would highly recommend working with Rudy... maureen p.s. music was great"
- Maureen H.
Wedding
in Woodbury, NY
on 07/04/2007
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"They were fantastic! They really made the cocktail hour enjoyable. I will be recommending them to anyone I know who's getting married. Thanks Rudy for a great job!!
Diana & Vinny"
- Diana D.
Wedding
in Hawthorne, NJ
on 06/23/2007
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"The guys were great. They gave us exactly what we were looking for within our budget and many of the guests commented on how much fun it was to have them there. The event they played for us was a cake and coffee reception on church grounds (as opposed to a full-blown rock and roll party with dancing sort of thing) and they fit the atmosphere perfectly. They were on-time and ready to go when the bride and groom entered, which was especially great as I wasn't available to meet them before the ceremony and was just trusting that that they'd be there - and they were! I also appreciated their foresight in asking what we wanted them to wear and other such details as it really showed me that they were focused on meeting the desires of the bride and groom, whatever they might be. Rudy and his partner were personable, professional, and very talented. I'd recommend them in an instant."
- Kiersten K.
Festival
in Brooklyn, NY
on 06/15/2007
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"I would like to take this moment to express my appreciation to Casplash for coming out and performing for us.
The students and staff all had a good time. They were extremely happy with the performance. This was the first experience that lots of them had with the steel pan .The celebration and party continued after they left. They definitely set the mood for lots of soca music,which thankfully, I had. "
- Melanie H.
Wedding
in Point Pleasant Beach, NJ
on 06/16/2007
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"Rudy was so great--
From the beginning of talking to him on the phone, working with my brother (cellist) and on the day. He added an incredibly special touch to our wedding that all of our guests have been commmenting on. Very special. Very good.
-the bride"
- Danielle D.
Birthday Party (Adults)
in East Meadow, NY
on 05/12/2007
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"Rudy and his bandmembers were a pleasure to work with. Friendly and personalble as well great communication. They were prompt and professional.
Our backyard event was a great hit for children and adults.
They personalized the event and made our caribbean themed party perfect!
The ambiance with the songs ,instruments and dancing made all my guests feel as though they were transported to the islands!
Thank you for everything!
We would reccommend and use them again, without any hesitation!
Nicole, Long Island "
- Nicole D.
Wedding
in Groton, CT
on 10/28/2006
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"Casplash was fantastic - I could not recommend them enough! They played at our wedding in Connecticut this past October and we were thrilled with their performance. They were extremely professional from day one. Before we hired them, they arranged a performance in New York so that we could hear them live. They sent us a CD, DVD, and brochure. They learned new songs just for our wedding - a special touch that allowed us to incorporate our own style into the music. On our wedding day, despite torrential rain, they arrived early from New York to set up. They performed during our ceremony, throughout cocktail hour, and throughout the reception. They were extremely interactive with the crowd and knew just what to play to keep everyone dancing. Their performance was AMAZING! And when they were not performing, they acted as DJs and played some fantastic music between sets. And their rendition of our wedding song, Norah Jone's "Come Away With Me," was truly breathtaking. Casplash was by far one of the best aspects of our wedding day - all of the guests were raving about them the next day! "
- Tiffany S.
Wedding
in Clifton Park, NY
on 07/08/2006
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"Collectively, we were extremely pleased with Caribbean Splash. The word to describe their perfomance would be "superb". They sounded great and the music was appropriate and timely. The band was courteous, accommodating and kept the dance area packed. They blended right in with our environment and became part of this huge family gathering. My husband and I were especially pleased with their exit. They performed three last songs which went over teir time and were not at all rushed about it. This made us feel that they were not just there to perform, but were aimed to please. We highly recommend this band to others and plan to use them in furture.
Thanks again."
- Milady O.
Anniversary Party
in Flanders, NJ
on 07/02/2005
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"Casplash is a get down daddy of a rockin good time! Their rhythm, personalities and talent will make any party remembered for a long time. Our guest enjoyed themselves immensely! They are professional, prompt and courteous. Would definitely hire them again for my next party! Julie C. Flanders, NJ "
- Julie C.
Community Event
in New York, NY
on 04/18/2005
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"Casplash came to NYU and "got the party started". Great band, very professional... I highly recommend them!"
- Kerwin S.
Private Party
in Coatesville, PA
on 08/13/2011
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"Simply wonderful. The music set the perfect mood for the entire event. Professional and gracious. We would not hesitate to hire them again."
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In addition to Brooklyn, The Casplash Band a.k.a. Caribbean Splash will also travel to Jamaica, Flushing, Far Rockaway, Arverne, Inwood, Long Island City, Cedarhurst, Lawrence, New York, Valley Stream, Woodmere, Atlantic Beach, Elmont, Floral Park, Hewlett, Glen Oaks, Lynbrook, Malverne, Bronx, East Rockaway, Franklin Square, Hoboken, Jersey City, New Hyde Park, Garden City, Great Neck, Island Park, Long Beach, Oceanside, Paramus
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The Casplash Band a.k.a. Caribbean Splash
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