Chris Ostler is a neurodivergent country-rock artist redefining what it means to feel different and turns it into sound.

Think Jelly Roll heart, Bryan Adams grit, and Nate Smith soul, all channelled through an Exeter-born storyteller with a real transatlantic feel.

Chris has played to over 10,000 people across summer festivals and garnered 15K+ views organically last month - an artist on the rise!

Chris has supported international artists such as Joan Armatrading, Martin Barr and Chris Barron, and also other performers including The Leylines, 3 Daft Monkeys, Sarah McQuaid and the Barefoot Bandits. He has played larger festivals on main stages in the South-West/Midlands such as ‘GoldCoast Oceanfest’, ‘The Big Feastival’, and ‘Wychwood’, as well as many smaller intimate stages such as ‘Fynefest’, the incredible mountainous festival in Scotland. Live audiences are truly his natural home!

2026 Upcoming Plans

In process of completing a series of singles for release in 2026 over March, June, August, October

Collaborations with other international artists in progress

Summer UK festival season with performances being currently being secured

Potential Canadian Mini tour during September TBC

Making a Difference

Exeter-born Chris as he wants others know that through music we can “overcome challenges in life by supporting and believing in ourselves and others”. Proudly neurodivergent, he wishes to “help others and use music to make positive differences in the world”.

Chris’ Playground

Chris is a vibrant and dynamic act with a powerful voice that resonates like ripple in a pond. He plays his acoustic electric guitar as if “it’s part of him”, generating colourful chords that are cleverly woven together to create incredible, catchy country-rock songs. Chris loves to perform live and has phenomenal energy and thirst for communicating with his audiences. He motivates and enthrals listeners, making meaningful connections between their stories and his own. He is keen to connect far and wide, welcoming opportunities to showcase his music.

Across the Waves

Although currently based in the South-West of the UK, Chris’ has performed across the UK and his music has been on national airwaves with tracks on several BBC Radio stations such as Devon, Leicester and the ‘BBC Introducing Southwest’ alongside several other independent stations right across the UK. His tracks have also had international airtime on over 25 radio stations world-wide, including Europe, Canada and the USA.

FEEDBACK

“Big Fan!" – BBC Introducing South & West

“Loving this track” – Daniel Pascoe

“Great stuff! Would love to have him play again” – Martin Barre

“Strong voice, lovely performance!” – Joan Armatrading

“Chris has a real love of the craft.” Olivier Behzadi – Director & Head of Production at Level 8, (Former Head of A&R at Sony Music).

“Dude, ‘Funk In The Trunk’, SICK!! First off, you had me at the title, 100%, then I started listening and it’s just hook, after hook, after hook.” American Singer/songwriter, Adam Hambrick

“…a force to be reckoned with!” – EARMILK Magazine

“…absolute powerhouse of energy!” – FAME Magazine

“Addictive to the listener” – Find your sounds Magazine

“…charismatic presence and lively performances…” – Press Party

“Driven pop-rock energy with a flair…” – Flex Magazine

“…embodies the party atmosphere…” – Music Crowns Magazine

“I’m honoured to have Chris Ostler as my support act. Not only is he a fine singer and songwriter, he also whistles in the most tuneful and melodious manner and is a lovely fellow to boot!” Sarah McQuaid, International Folk Performer.

“Chris’s music always makes me smile. It has this feel-good, uplifting quality that matches his personality perfectly. Chris is one of those artists who can always brighten up your day.”….. - Damian Keyes, Leading Music Industry Specialist and entrepreneur.

Interviewed by Alicia Pozonia, USA podcaster, on metal health and well-being, the National Autistic Society special interview for World Mental Health Day and several independent radio stations.

INFLUENCES

Luke Combs, Nate Smith, Jelly Roll, Bryan Adams, Katy Perry, Maroon 5, Bruno Mars, The Script, Rascal Flatts, Ole Borud, Sister Hazel, Chris Stapleton, Nickelback, Gavin Degraw, The Levellers, Lifehouse, PB Underground, Train, Goo Goo Dolls, Thin Lizzy, Stevie Wonder, Stereophonics and many more!

SOUNDS LIKE

Think Jelly Roll heart, Bryan Adams grit, and Nate Smith soul, all channelled through an Exeter-born storyteller with a real transatlantic feel.

FOR FANS OF

Trans-Atlantic Music and fans of Luke Combs, Nate Smith, Jelly Roll, Bryan Adams, Adam Hambrick. those who love country, rock and pop with catchy melodies and lyrics that tell stories with fun, energy and emotion!

INSTRUMENTS & LINE-UP

Chris often plays solo with his acoustic guitar and stomp box but can also be backed by talented, renowned session musicians as his regular band members. He loves to use a six-piece line-up with Drums, Bass, Keys, Lead Electric & Rhythm Guitars all behind Chris on his electric acoustic - a truly all encompassing, phenomenal musical experience!

IN SHORT

Chris’ unsigned approach is truly unique, and he goes above and beyond to bring his A-game to every show.

Outstanding song melodies and lyrics are woven together with an ability to engage the audience into Chris’ world through his distinctive, powerful voice. It will never fail to leave you with an ear worm and a smile on your face.

The live audience is Chris’ natural home; his love and joy for music resonates in the people of all ages. His energetic vibrancy can be enjoyed and felt by all. In every show, in every song, he gives you his everything.

KEY NOTES

Performance Key events

Opened for Joan Armatrading on her ‘Local Talent’ Tour and features on the subsequent album.

Supported international acts: Joan Armatrading, Martin Barre (Jethro Tull), Chris Barron (Spin Doctors), Sarah McQuaid, Kelly Swindall Leylines, Yes Sir Boss, 3 Daft Monkeys and The Barefoot Bandits.

Grand Finalist of Mayor of London’s GIGs competition

Featured on BBC Radio Devon, BBC Radio Leicester, and BBC Introducing Southwest, Devon & Cornwall, other local, national and international radio stations.

Festival , venues & charity events include:

Festivals:

Goldcoast Oceanfest, The Big Feastival, Wychwood Festival, Glastonbudget, Foodies Festivals, Lakefest, Cornwall Folk Festival, Salcombe Live Festival, Rock Oyster Festival, Leopallooza Festival, Fynefest, East Barnett, Abbfest, Radio Exe’s Party on the Green, Home Farm Fest, Smoked & Uncut Festival, Alsager Festival, Bradninch Music festival, Exmouth Festival, Kingsbridge and Exeter Food & Music Festivals, Teignmouth Pride, Uffculme Music Festival, Paignton Regatta and many more!

Venues:

Princess Theatre Torquay, Powderham Castle, Exeter Premier League Rugby venue (Exeter Chiefs-Sandy Park), Land’s End Resort, HMV Exeter, Exeter Pheonix, Exeter Castle, Britt Bar at Weston, O2 Academy Islington, and Timepiece Exeter to name a few.