Rich Stolp
Overview
Rich is an Austin-based acoustic singer/songwriter, and guitarist whose music balances heartfelt storytelling with feel-good energy. Blending elements of pop, rock, country, and folk, his sound feels both fresh and familiar. Originally from New Jersey and shaped by San Francisco’s vibrant creative scene, he brings over 25 years of performing experience to every stage. From wineries and festivals to hotels, breweries, and private events, his smooth vocals, skilled guitar work, and warm, engaging presence create performances that are authentic, memorable, and effortlessly inviting—connecting with audiences wherever he plays.
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Reviews
2 reviews
Jing C.
January 6, 2026Thank you, Rich, for making our Christmas party so memorable
Rich was absolutely fantastic at our Christmas party!
His guitar performance set the perfect atmosphere — warm, festive, and professional throughout the entire event.
What we especially appreciated was that he provided a full playlist for us to choose from ahead of time, which made the planning process so easy and personal. Every song he played fit the mood perfectly, and our guests loved the music.
On top of his talent, Rich is also incredibly kind, easy to communicate with, and a true pleasure to work with. We would absolutely recommend him to anyone looking for live guitar music for a party or special event, and we would happily book him again in the future.
Hired as: Country Singer, Guitarist, Singing Guitarist
Aly Y.
December 7, 2025Amazing show!
Rich was punctual, accommodating and very entertaining! He is an amazing singer and guitar player! He even let me sing (and butcher) one of my favorite songs lol. All of our guests were very impressed and entertained! Book him and you will be glad you did! 🤘
Hired as: Singing Guitarist
Booking information
Price range: $100 - $1,000
Languages: English
Gig length: 60 - 180 minutes
What to expect
Rich Stolp is a solo, acoustic singer and guitarist who is attentive, professional and easy to work with. Always with a positive attitude, he provides consistently fun performances, is reliable and always comes prepared.
A typical performance consists of 2-3 fifty-minute sets packed with originals, cover songs; he's also happy to learn songs by request. Looking forward to entertaining in central Texas and beyond!
(Original music can be found on all streaming services.)
About
Rich Stolp is an Austin-based acoustic singer, songwriter, and guitarist known for blending pop, rock, folk, and country into a sound that feels both fresh and familiar. Originally from the suburbs of New Jersey and later shaped by San Francisco’s vibrant music scene, he brings over 25 years of performing experience to every stage.
From festivals and street fairs to coffeehouses, breweries, hotels, wineries, bookstores, and corporate events, Rich has shared his music with audiences across the country. His performances mix heartfelt original songs with memorable covers, weaving together infectious melodies, honest lyrics, and a laid-back acoustic style that invites listeners in and keeps them coming back.
Additional booking notes
I have all my own gear including a Behringer Europort PA system.
For smaller venues I use a Fishman Loudbox Mini and all equipment is included in each quote.
I typically perform in venues such as coffeehouses, bars, restaurants, festivals and parks.
Upcoming booked events
June 2026
05
Friday
Waterloo Coffee Co.
5:00pm - 7:00pm
17
Wednesday
Waterloo Ice House 360 & 2222
6:00pm - 8:00pm
21
Sunday
Make Music Wimberley
11:00am - 12:30pm
July 2026
11
Saturday
Three Legged Goat
8:00pm - 10:00pm
26
Sunday
Barons Creek Winery Tasting Room
1:00pm - 3:00pm
August 2026
07
Friday
Nonprofit Event
5:00pm - 7:00pm
•
Georgetown, TX
22
Saturday
Lakeway Cool Arts Show
1:30pm - 4:00pm
September 2026
12
Saturday
2nd Saturday Market Days, GTX
11:30am - 1:00pm
October 2026
16
Friday
Wilson Valley Mercantile
6:00pm - 9:00pm
Past booked events
May 2026
30
Saturday
Pecan Street Collective
1:00pm - 3:00pm
02
Saturday
Sunshine Markets
11:00am - 2:00pm
April 2026
25
Saturday
26th Annual Red Poppy Festival
5:00pm - 6:00pm
24
Friday
Mozart's Coffee Roasters
7:30pm - 10:30pm
18
Saturday
Infamous Brewing
6:30pm - 8:30pm
17
Friday
Cork2Glass
7:00pm - 9:00pm
11
Saturday
Waterloo Coffee Company
3:00pm - 5:00pm
08
Wednesday
Waterloo Ice House
6:00pm - 8:00pm
04
Saturday
Hometown Gift & Decor Spring Market
11:00am - 2:00pm
March 2026
28
Saturday
Private Event
12:00pm - 1:00pm
20
Friday
Three Legged Goat, Pf, TX
8:00pm - 10:00pm
18
Wednesday
Backyard Bar Stage & Grill (Zack Owen Show)
9:00am - 10:00am
13
Friday
Three Legged Goat
8:00pm - 10:00pm
February 2026
28
Saturday
Sunshine Markets
11:00am - 2:00pm
13
Friday
Three Legged Goat
8:00pm - 10:00pm
07
Saturday
West Pecan Coffee & Bar
10:00am - 12:00pm
01
Sunday
Barons Creek Winery Tasting Room
1:00pm - 4:00pm
January 2026
30
Friday
Cork2Glass
6:00pm - 8:00pm
December 2025
19
Friday
Tailgate ATX
7:00pm - 9:00pm
13
Saturday
Christmas Party
6:00pm - 8:00pm
•
Cedar Park, TX
06
Saturday
Birthday Party
8:00pm - 10:00pm
•
Leander, TX
November 2025
29
Saturday
Return to Frontyard Brewing!
5:00pm - 7:00pm
07
Friday
Mud Bugs!
6:30pm - 9:00pm
02
Sunday
Dia de Los Muertos Market
12:00pm - 3:00pm
October 2025
30
Thursday
Austin-Bergstrom Airport (Annie's Cafe)
12:00pm - 2:00pm
18
Saturday
The Wayback
6:30pm - 8:30pm
17
Friday
Cork2Glass
6:00pm - 8:00pm
11
Saturday
Leander ArtFest 2025
4:00pm - 6:00pm
10
Friday
Tailgate ATX
7:00pm - 9:00pm
03
Friday
Ditching Pat @ Roadhouse Cinemans
6:00pm - 9:00pm
02
Thursday
AMLI Branch Park Event
5:00pm - 7:00pm
September 2025
28
Sunday
Cimarron Hills Country Club
5:30pm - 8:30pm
24
Wednesday
Waterloo Ice House
6:00pm - 8:00pm
18
Thursday
Austin Airport
12:00pm - 2:00pm
13
Saturday
Ditching Pat @ The Hive, ATX
6:00pm - 8:00pm
06
Saturday
Spirit of Texas Brewstillery
7:30pm - 9:30pm
05
Friday
Mud Bugs
7:00pm - 9:00pm
August 2025
30
Saturday
Texas Hill Country Fundraiser
5:00pm - 7:00pm
29
Friday
The Cigar Vault
7:30pm - 9:30pm
23
Saturday
Ditching Pat @ the 2025 Cool Arts Show
1:30pm - 4:30pm
19
Tuesday
AUS - Taco Deli Stage
3:00pm - 5:00pm
15
Friday
Grand Opening
6:30pm - 9:30pm
•
Georgetown, TX
08
Friday
Ditching Pat @ MUTTS Cantina
7:00pm - 9:00pm
06
Wednesday
Live Performance
6:00pm - 8:00pm
02
Saturday
Carter Creek Winery
6:30pm - 9:00pm
July 2025
27
Sunday
Spare Birdie
12:00pm - 2:00pm
12
Saturday
Bourbon Speaks
7:00pm - 9:00pm
June 2025
29
Sunday
Cherrywood Coffeehouse
1:00pm - 3:00pm
28
Saturday
Ditching Pat @ Infamous Brewing
6:30pm - 8:30pm
27
Friday
Ditching Pat @ the Brass Tap
8:00pm - 10:00pm
20
Friday
Oakwood BBQ
6:00pm - 8:00pm
May 2025
24
Saturday
Graduation
6:00pm - 6:45pm
•
Round Rock, TX
March 2025
15
Saturday
Ditching Pat @ MUTTS
3:00pm - 5:00pm
09
Sunday
Ditching Pat @ MUTTS
3:00pm - 5:00pm
Set list
I perform both originals and covers, but here is a snipped of cover songs I perform.
"3 a.m." – Matchbox 20
“Absolutely (Story of a Girl)” – Nine Days
"Alright" – Darius Rucker
“Anna Begins” – Counting Crows
"Beast of Burden" – Rolling Stones
"Better Together" – Jack Johnson
"Build Me Up Buttercup" – The Foundations
"California Gurls" – Katy Perry (Bruno Mars version)
"Cheers" theme
Christmas catalog - Various
"Check Yes or No" – George Strait
“Collide” - Howie Day
“Colors” – Amos Lee
"Come on Get Higher" – Matt Nathanson
"Count on Me" – Bruno Mars
"Crazy Love" – Van Morrison
"Crowing" – Toad the Wet Sprocket
"Dancin’ in the Country" – Tyler Hubbard
"Days Go By" – Keith Urban
"Doing It All for My Baby" – Huey Lewis & the News
"Don’t Dream It’s Over" – Crowded House
“Don’t Look Back in Anger” - Oasis
“Dream a Little Dream of Me” – The Mamas & The Papas
"Drops of Jupiter" – Train
"Easy" – The Commodores
"Everlasting Love" – Carl Carlton
"Everybody Wants to Rule the World" – Tears for Fears
"Faster" – Matt Nathanson
"Free Fallin’" – John Mayer version
"Georgia on My Mind" – Willie Nelson
"Hannah Jane" – Hootie & the Blowfish
"Handle with Care" – Traveling Wilburys
"Hey Baby" – Bruce Channel
"Hey Soul Sister" – Train
"Honey Bee" – Blake Shelton
“Human Nature” – Michael Jackson
“I Had Some Help” – Morgan Wallen & Post Malone
"In Your Eyes" – Peter Gabriel
"Just Like Heaven" – The Cure
“Kingston” - Faye Webster
"Leave the Night On" – Sam Hunt
"Little Red Corvette" – Prince
“Look After You” – The Fray
"Love Song for No One" – John Mayer
"Mr. Jones" – Counting Crows
"My Front Porch Looking In" – Lonestar
"New Light" – John Mayer
"Nowhere Fast" – Old Dominion
"Omaha" – Counting Crows
"On Your Way Home" – Patrick Droney
"One Man Band" – Old Dominion
"Prayin’ for Daylight" – Rascal Flatts
"Rain King" – Counting Crows
"Rhythm of Love" – Plain White T’s
"Rise" – Will Dailey
"See You Later, See You Soon" – Stephen Kellogg
"She Got the Best of Me" – Luke Combs
"Stitches" – Shawn Mendes
"Sweet Caroline" – Neil Diamond
"Sweet Pea" – Amos Lee
"Take Me Home, Country Roads" – John Denver
"Take on Me" – A-ha
"The A Team" – Ed Sheeran
"The Good Stuff" – Kenny Chesney
"Time of Your Life" – Green Day
"Tracks of My Tears" – Smokey Robinson
“Valentine” - Laufey
"Walk on the Ocean" – Toad the Wet Sprocket
"Whatever She’s Got" – David Nail
"Wild World" – Cat Stevens
"Wonderful Tonight" – Eric Clapton
"You Make Me Feel Like Dancing" – Leo Sayer
Influences and inspiration
Counting Crows, Toad the Wet Sprocket, Jack Johnson, John Mayer, Matchbox20, Dave Matthews Band, Blues Traveler, Prince.
Setup requirements
Behringer Europort 500 Watt, 6-channel PA system (for medium/larger gigs). Fishman Loudbox Mini for smaller, more intimate shows.