Variety & classic hits
Rock ’n’ roll, classic rock, country favorites, guitar instrumentals and original music — with hits spanning the ’50s through the ’90s.
2026Lincoln’s Choice Award winner
Band category
Band category
4 Hall of Fame honorsNebraska, South Dakota and Iowa music recognition
One versatile performerGuitar • Piano • Bass • Drums • Harmonica
THE RIGHT SHOW FOR YOUR AUDIENCE
Familiar songs. Memorable performances.
Tribute to Elvis
The voice, energy and timeless songs of the King, including Bill’s tribute to Elvis: the Las Vegas years.
Gospel & themed shows
Gospel concerts, ’50s and ’60s celebrations, and music honoring country and pop legends.
Performance experience includes theaters, fairs, casinos, corporate events, resorts, churches, retirement communities and care centers.
An entertainer with music at his heart.
Based in Lincoln, Nebraska, Bill Chrastil is a full-time musician, entertainer, songwriter and producer who performs across the Midwest and beyond. His shows combine wide-ranging vocals, accomplished musicianship and an engaging stage presence. An accomplished multi-instrumentalist, Bill performs on guitar, piano, bass guitar, drums and harmonica.
Bill’s honors include Branson Show Awards, multiple Valley Star Awards and four music Hall of Fame inductions. A member of the Nashville Songwriters Association, he brings both original songs and beloved classics to the stage. Alongside public performances, his work in senior communities reflects his belief that everyone deserves the joy of live music.
Selected awards & recognition
- 2026 Lincoln’s Choice Award — Lincoln Journal Star, Band category
- Branson Show Awards — Best Gospel CD, Best Vocal Impressionist and Best Horizon Show
- Hall of Fame inductions — South Dakota Country Music, Nebraska Country Music, Nebraska Music and Iowa Music
- Valley Star Awards — multiple Male Vocalist and Entertainer of the Year honors
- BransonRadio.com — Most Requested Artist, two years; Most Requested Song, “Jesus Take My Heart Today”
- RealBransonRadio.com — No. 1 countdown song, “Lady Turn The Light Out”
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Download photo (JPG)“You did a perfect job. Your show really moves.... You are one true pro still out there doing this and I for one love what and how you do it.Thanks again and looking forward to the next one.”
— Richard W. Bentler / Entertainment Manager, Riverside Casino and Resort
This Is BILL CHRASTIL
Bill Chrastil is a full-time musician and entertainer whose career has taken him across the Midwest and beyond. In addition to being a talented songwriter and producer, Bill is an accomplished multi-instrumentalist, performing on guitar, piano, bass guitar, drums, and harmonica.
Throughout his career, Bill has received numerous honors and awards. In Branson, Missouri, he earned accolades including Best Gospel CD of the Year, Best Vocal Impressionist of the Year, and Best Horizon Show of the Year. He has also been inducted into both the Nebraska and South Dakota Country Music Halls of Fame and is a proud member of the Nashville Songwriters Association.
Bill's roots run deep in Lincoln, Nebraska. His father, Sgt. Warren Chrastil, served the Lincoln Police Department for 23 years, including 16 years as a motorcycle officer. Bill often shares a memorable story from his junior year of high school when he skipped a couple of classes for a joyride, only to be caught by his father and escorted back to school in a police procession. Needless to say, Bill never skipped school again.
His father's service extended beyond law enforcement. Sgt. Chrastil also served in the United States Air Force, instilling in Bill the values of respect, honor, and service. Those lessons remain with him today, inspiring Bill to pay tribute during his performances to police officers, firefighters, first responders, veterans, and the brave men and women currently serving in the United States Armed Forces.
When Bill is not touring, he dedicates his time to performing at assisted living facilities, care centers, and retirement communities. He believes that everyone deserves the joy of live music, especially those who may no longer be able to travel for entertainment. Bringing smiles, memories, and music to these residents has become one of the most rewarding parts of his career.
As the Fremont Friendship Center once said:
"It is a rare person who can take care of business while taking care of the heart."
Awards, Honors & Career Highlights
Bill has been honored with numerous awards and accolades throughout his career, earning recognition for his talent as a vocalist, entertainer, songwriter, and tribute artist.
Lincoln, Nebraska
2026 Lincoln Journal Star – Lincoln's Choice Award Winner
Branson Show Awards
- Best Gospel CD of the Year
- Best Vocal Impressionist of the Year
- Best Horizon Show of the Year
BransonRadio.com
- Most Requested Artist – Two Years in a Row
- Most Requested Song – "Jesus Take My Heart Today," written by Bill Chrastil
RealBransonRadio.com
- Reached the Number One spot on the RealBransonRadio.com Countdown with Bill's original song, "Lady Turn The Light Out."
Music Hall of Fame Inductions
- South Dakota Country Music Hall of Fame
- Nebraska Country Music Hall of Fame
- Nebraska Music Hall of Fame
- Iowa Music Hall of Fame
Valley Star Awards – Rio Grande Valley, Texas
- Male Vocalist of the Year – Multiple Times
- Entertainer of the Year – Multiple Times
Nashville Star Bound Award
- 1997 Top Ten Finalist
- Third Place Overall Finish on the historic Grand Ole Opry stage
Elvis Extravaganza
- 2004 Regional Champion
- 4th Place Worldwide Finals, Las Vegas, Nevada
Nashville Performances
Bill has performed at some of Nashville's most iconic venues, including:
- Wildhorse Saloon
- The Grand Ole Opry Stage
- Ernest Tubb's Midnite Jamboree
Independent Recording Chart Success
- 2001 – Bill's original song, "If You Feel I Don't Love You, Feel Again," climbed to Number 10 on the Independent Recording Charts.
- 2002 – Bill reached Number 1 on the Independent Recording Charts with his rendition of Conway Twitty's classic, "You've Never Been This Far Before."
Bill's High-Energy Show
Bill's exciting performances feature hits from the '50s, '60s, '70s, '80s and '90s, along with New and Classic Country, Guitar Instrumentals, Classic Rock, Bill's original songs, and his acclaimed tribute to the King of Rock & Roll, Elvis Presley.
Performance Experience
Bill has entertained audiences at theaters, fairs, casinos, corporate events, church functions, resorts, and venues spanning multiple countries.
Whether you're looking for an Elvis tribute show, a '50s and '60s Rock & Roll celebration, a Gospel concert, or Bill's signature Variety/Elvis show, Bill delivers an unforgettable entertainment experience for audiences of all ages.