Chris Endrey
Artist, Emcee and Writer
Chris is an Australian artist and emcee who brings his charismatic stage presence, sharp wit, and knack for fostering thought-provoking conversations to Brain Bar 2025. He has had deep conversations with Australian and international artists, intellectuals, and politicians at platforms like the Sydney Writers Festival, and was a 2020 ACT Australian of the Year Finalist. Founder of the cult-favorite band Fun Machine, he’s played major festivals, opened for Gotye and The Darkness, and won Best Artist at the ACT Music Awards. His solo project, Endrey, delivers acclaimed experimental pop to critical acclaim. Now based in Budapest, Chris hosts The Chris Endrey Podcast, coaches emerging artists, writes for Eurovision, and enjoys life with his two young children.
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