Chris Millington is a North Devon-based folk singer-songwriter originally from Manchester. He starts his musical career in local indie bands before moving into folk, and he performs across the UK and beyond.

Music and style

His songs sit within English folk and often draw on themes of the sea, religion, philosophy and Devon. He is a multi-instrumentalist, playing guitar, squeezebox, mandolin and sitar.

Background and influences

Outside music, he works in stand-up comedy and teaching. His main influences include Show of Hands, Seth Lakeman, John Martyn, Nick Drake, Dick Gaughan and Michael's Bones.