Dave Lofts

Singer-songwriter // Waterford City, Waterford // He/Him

Dave Lofts

Hailing from Wicklow, Ireland, Dave Lofts has built a reputation for raw, anthemic storytelling with an indie-folk edge. With nearly 6 million global streams, 185,000 monthly Spotify listeners, and a growing audience that continues to expand beyond his live following. To date he’s had 14 consecutive sold out Irish headline shows, from Whelans, The Academy, The Ambassador and soon to announce The Olympia, he’s first UK dates have also sold out Glasgow, Manchester and two London dates.

Dave’s story is as grounded as his music. A former member of the Irish Defence Forces, he brings a real-life perspective to his songwriting that gives his work added depth and weight. That connection has helped him forge a powerful bond with audiences, reflected not only in streaming numbers but with a No.1 Indie album on the Irish charts and Dave has recently signed a record deal with B-Unique Records home of Kodaline, Kingfishr, James Bay and may more.

Chosen by Wolf Alice to open for them on their Irish tour, Dave has support several acts and he just performed at the Oscar Wild Awards, 20th Anniversary in LA alongside Dermot Kennedy at The Ebell of Los Angeles. This month Dave unveils his compelling new single “Holy”, a stirring release that further cements his place as one of Ireland’s most emotionally resonant rising voices.

Live Dates:
2025
Phil Grimes (Five Nights) SOLD OUT
Bank Lane, Waterford SOLD OUT
Dolans, Limerick SOLD OUT
Cyprus Ave, Cork SOLD OUT
Whelans, (Upstairs) Dublin SOLD OUT
Whelans, (Main Room) Dublin SOLD OUT
The Academy, Dublin SOLD OUT
The Ambassador, Dublin SOLD OUT
Theatre Royal, Waterford, SOLD OUT
2026
14th April McChuills, Glasgow SOLD OUT
15th April The Lodge, Manchester SOLD OUT
16th April The Forge at Lower Third, London SOLD OUT
17th April The Forge at Lower Third, London SOLD OUT
2nd May Tivoli Vredenburg, Utrecht
26th June State Fayre Festival
4th September Moseley Folk & Arts Festival