Chris Clark
Overview
Whether I’m (a) performing as a one-man band (playing with custom backing tracks I created for a full band sound), (b) playing guitar and singing only (for smaller, more intimate settings), or (c) doing instrumental background music (ideal for dinners, banquets, corporate gigs, holiday celebrations, etc.), I’m committed to making your event a success. I’m a passionate solo musician who loves connecting with audiences through great songs and good energy. I primarily play rock, country, and pop songs from the 70s, 80s, and 90s, but I also have a wide range of other music in my repertoire. I’m always happy to adjust the genre, mood, and tone as needed to ensure you get exactly what you want.
Reviews
8 reviews
Kevin W.
April 4, 2026Great Job
Chris was great! He arrived early and set up quickly. Our members really enjoyed his performance.
Hired as: One Man Band
Brandi H.
September 21, 2025He was an amazing
Very entertaining and a great variety of music. On time and will definitely have him back in our community. Highly recommended
Hired as: One Man Band, Singing Guitarist
Emily P.
September 10, 2025Chris was Awesome
Chris was so fun to watch. Our residents had an absolute blast!
Hired as: One Man Band, Singing Guitarist
Karen K.
January 29, 2025Chris was fantastic!
Chris did a fabulous job for our event. I would highly recommend him!
Hired as: Guitarist
Michelle B.
December 8, 2024Perfect Entertainment!
Chris performed at a charity event in Nov and I’ve heard only positive feedback. He sings music from different genres and time periods, tailoring his playlist to the organizer’s requests. He’s also super reliable. In addition to this event, I’ve seen Chris play several other times and have always enjoyed his performances and so I highly recommend him!
Hired as: Singing Guitarist
Booking information
Price range: $150-$500
Languages: English
Gig length: 50 - 240 minutes
Insurance: $2,000,000 - Commercial General Liability Insurance
What to expect
When you hire me to play for you, I can adjust my performance to suit your venue/event. With the assistance of technology, I can play along with proprietary backing tracks I created myself in my home studio to replicate a full band sound (one-man band). This works best in outdoor settings and indoor venues like bars, restaurants, and breweries. I can also go with an all-natural solo acoustic and vocal approach, which works well in cafes, coffee shops, and smaller indoor settings. Sometimes, I am asked to do an entirely instrumental performance for situations that call for non-vocal background music; this is a popular request for cocktail parties and holiday celebrations. I’m pretty good at reading the room and can vary from mellow to upbeat according to the vibe of the event.
Engaging with the audience is at the heart of my performances, and I’m always ready to fulfill song requests and invite sing-alongs. Let’s make your venue or event special with a performance that resonates.
About
I’m Chris Clark, a passionate solo acoustic musician with a love for connecting with audiences through music. I started performing music professionally as a teenager. Over the years, I have opened for and shared the stage with numerous well-known recording and touring artists. I’m a trained recording and live sound engineer, and I earned a degree in music from Radford University. I enjoy playing solo acoustic performances featuring some of my favorite artists (Gin Blossoms, BoDeans, Steve Earle, The Replacements, Fountains of Wayne, Billy Bragg), crowd favorites (Bruce Springsteen, Van Morrison, Tom Petty, U2, Eagles, John Mellencamp), and whatever requests may come from the crowd!
Additional booking notes
I have my own sound system (and lighting if necessary). I don't need a big stage - I can fit nicely into a 10x10 space.
Services offered
Set list
Alan Jackson - Its Five O’clock Somewhere
Ben E. King - Stand By Me
Billy Joel - Only The Good Die Young
Blake Shelton - Some Beach
Bob Dylan - Knockin on Heaven's Door
Bob Seger - Shame on the Moon
Bruce Springsteen - Dancing in the Dark
Counting Crows - Rain King
Creedence Clearwater Revival - Who'll Stop The Rain
Crosby, Stills, & Nash - Southern Cross
Dan + Shay - Tequila
Dire Straits - Walk Of Life
Dobie Gray - Drift Away
Don Henley - The Heart of the Matter
Eagles - Take It Easy
Ed Sheeran - Afterglow
Elvis Presley - Suspicious Minds
Eric Clapton - Wonderful Tonight
Foo Fighters - Big Me
Fountains of Wayne - Hey Julie
George Jones - The Race Is On
George Strait - Check Yes or No
Gin Blossoms - Hey Jealousy
Grateful Dead - Touch of Grey
Green Day - Good Riddance (Time of Your Life)
Guns N' Roses - Patience
Hootie and the Blowfish - Let Her Cry
Howard Jones - No One Is To Blame
Human League - Don't You Want Me
Indigo Girls - Closer To Fine
Jackson Browne - Somebody’s Baby
James Taylor - Fire and Rain
Jimmy Buffett - Come Monday
John Denver - Take Me Home Country Roads
John Mayer - Half of My Heart
John Mellencamp - Small Town
Kenny Rogers - Gambler
Level 42 - Something About You
Luke Combs - Beautiful Crazy
Lumineers - Ophelia
Marc Cohn - Walking in Memphis
Matchbox Twenty - 3AM
Matt Nathanson - Come On Get Higher
Matthew Sweet - Sick Of Myself
Neil Diamond - I'm A Believer
Old Crow Medicine Show - Wagon Wheel
One Direction - Night Changes
Otis Redding - Sitting on the Dock of the Bay
Paul Simon - Me And Julio Down By The Schoolyard
Plain White T's - Hey There Delilah
Poison - Every Rose Has Its Thorn
Prince - I Could Never Take The Place Of Your Man
Pure Prairie League - Amie
R.E.M. - Losing My Religion
Randy Travis - Forever and Ever Amen
Rob Thomas - Little Wonders
Shaboozey - Tipsy
Simple Minds - Don't You Forget About Me
Soul Asylum - Runaway Train
Taylor Swift - Shake it Off
The Cars - You Might Think
The Cure - Just Like Heaven
The Script - For The First Time
Influences and inspiration
Bruce Springsteen, Tom Petty, U2, Eagles, John Mellencamp, Gin Blossoms, REM, Elvis, Willie Nelson, BoDeans, Steve Earle, The Replacements, Fountains of Wayne, Billy Bragg
Setup requirements
I just need access to electricity and a 10x10 area to set up. I bring my own equipment.