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A sombre portrait by Dave Lofts set against a hilly landscape.
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Irish singer-songwriter Dave Lofts is embarking on an extensive tour of Ireland, the UK, Europe and Australia, continuing his remarkable rise to prominence, which has made him one of Ireland’s most talked-about up-and-coming artists.

Irish singer-songwriter Dave Lofts is embarking on an extensive tour of Ireland, the UK, Europe and Australia, continuing his remarkable rise to prominence, which has made him one of Ireland’s most talked-about up-and-coming artists.

With his raw, anthemic storytelling and his indie-folk sound, Lofts is often compared to a young Van Morrison and to Paolo Nutini and his authentic soul. With songs that are both deeply personal and universally relatable, he has built a reputation for sincere songwriting and captivating live performances, and has cultivated an extremely loyal fanbase both online and on stage.

Dave’s story is just as down-to-earth as his music. As a former member of the Irish Defence Forces, he brings a unique life experience to his songs, lending them added depth and authenticity. The special connection with his audience is evident both in his impressive live performance record and in his rapid rise to streaming success, with over 500,000 monthly listeners on Spotify. He sold out 25 consecutive headline concerts in Ireland and, in April, completed his first fully sold-out UK tour, with performances in London, Manchester and Glasgow.

As a live performer, Dave has already shared the stage with acts such as Gavin James, Wolf Alice, Picture This and Kingfishr, whilst outstanding performances at the Electric Picnic and All Together Now festivals have further cemented his reputation as one of Ireland’s most exciting new talents.

To coincide with the tour announcement, Dave is releasing his eagerly awaited Holy EP on 31 July, which is set to mark the start of an important new chapter in his career. Numerous festival appearances, headline shows and in-store performances are on the programme for the rest of the year.