tim ostdiek | folk singer songwriter

There is a distinct, welcoming warmth to Tim Ostdiek’s music. His blend of big-hearted, feel-good folk and thoughtful storytelling makes a room feel instantly familiar. Carrying his Nebraska roots into the vibrant acoustic scene of Colorado’s Front Range, Ostdiek has a rare gift for writing playful yet purposeful songs. He balances a lighthearted spirit with emotional depth, never shying away from the deep and heavy, but always sending audiences out a little brighter than they came in. His engaging lyricism has resonated on a national level, earning him accolades as a finalist in the Telluride Troubadour and Folks Fest Songwriter Showcases, along with a feature on PBS's Roadtrip Nation.

Whether performing on a festival stage, in a listening room, or at an intimate house concert, Ostdiek’s primary focus is always real human connection. The Longmont Leader captured this spirit during a sold-out barn show, noting that the music was "swishing feel-good folk with eddies of pop/country" while celebrating how "the connection between the band and the audience made it a night that will live on in the hearts of those who were there."

Beyond his solo work, Ostdiek’s live performance options offer flexibility for any room. Listeners can catch him performing intimate solo sets, sharing easygoing harmonies and an upbeat vibe as the acoustic folk duo Tim & Jenny Ostdiek alongside his wife Jenny, or bringing high-energy arrangements with The Ostdiek Band. His most recent concept album, The Lost Days, showcases this rich range of vulnerability and musicianship, with new music currently in production.

Deeply rooted in his home base of Longmont, Colorado, Ostdiek is dedicated to lifting up the local acoustic music scene through hosting community events and fostering local creative culture. He also explores the craft and passion behind songwriting as the host of the podcast Songs Off The Vine, continually building spaces where songs and stories bring people together.