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Dave Spencer
- Raleigh, NC
- Singing Guitarist
- Travels up to 300 miles
- $150 and up.
Overview
Hi! I play all kinds of music from Bach to Beatles; from Allman Brothers to Zeppelin. I am available for weddings, parties, clubs, schools and churches. I also have a Bluegrass band called String Theory, and a Rock/Oldies band called Cobalt Blue. I can provide a Cajun band and a Dixieland band (I lived in New Orleans for 6 years) and a Beach Music band (I lived in Charleston 4years). Oh, and I have a music degree from UNC and Music Teaching Certification from NC Central.
15 Reviews
Dave was great, so laid back and easy to work with. He played a wide variety of music for my sons rehearsal dinner - everyone enjoyed it so much! Highly recommend!
Guitarist, Singing Guitarist
Response from Dave Spencer:
Thanks Beth! It was great meeting you and your family and playing for you.
Best wishes, Dave
Dave did a wonderful job of playing when needed, and waiting patiently when presentations were going on.
1970s Era Entertainment
We so enjoyed Dave playing at our wedding. He is an excellent communicator and made sure each and every detail was right. Can’t recommend him enough, thanks Dave for making our wedding so special.
Singing Guitarist
Response from Dave Spencer:
Thank you Katie for your kind words! I enjoyed meeting you all and playing for you!
Regards, Dave
Dave was fantastic! We hired him for my mother’s 60th birthday party. Dave brought along another guitarist and they put on a great show. They played beach music, oldies, country, and basically any genre and song that we asked for. They knew how to keep everyone happy, from the children to the young adults to the older adults. They were on time, very professional, extremely talented and best of all, just some of the nicest folks you could ask for. Would definitely recommend!
Beach Music
Dave and his band mate came to play some Bluegrass music for my Assisted Living Community. The residents were so engaged and very much enjoyed the performance. We will definitely be having them back!
Bluegrass Band
David's music was just what we were looking for! He is very personable, was on time, and plays several different instruments!
Clarinetist
Response from Dave Spencer:
Thanks for your review! I enjoyed meeting you and playing for your group.
Lee did a great job. He was prfect for our summer convention dinner
Beach Music
Response from Dave Spencer:
Thanks Stephanie!
We really enjoyed playing for you and your group.
Dave and his band were fantastic at our engagement party with about 60 guests. He was accommodating to a time change and even moving locations in the middle of the event so people could hear the music better. Everyone had a great time and enjoyed the music! Would highly recommend.
Bluegrass Band
Dave and Gary did a wonderful job performing during my husband’s birthday party. I requested beach music and they did not disappoint! Everyone at the party asked where I found such talent! Dave was very responsive through the booking process and had great communication before the event. We thoroughly enjoyed his performance and will ask him back to my next event!
Singing Guitarist
Dave came out to Duke Gardens and played while I sang for a proposal. Everything was perfect. He is an amazing musician and a really nice guy. Will use him again! Thanks Dave for a picture perfect proposal.
Guitarist
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Dave and his crew of accompanying musicians put on a great show for our Fourth on the Farm event. Dave was very professional, courteous, and organized, being sure to communicate well ahead of show time regarding logistics and playlists. The band sounded great and we very much enjoyed having them out. Highly recommend!
Cover Band
Dave is great and very talented. Also very professional. Always on time. Again, very talented!
Singing Guitarist
Response from Dave Spencer:
Thanks Kat; always nice to work with you!
Dave is a very talented musician! He plays across several genres with ease. He listened to our "wish" set list and came well prepared...as the night went along he took requests from the crowd and kept everyone entertained until the end. No one wanted the night to come to conclusion. We will definitely keep Dave in mind for future events we host. Thanks for a great evening!
Singing Guitarist
Response from Dave Spencer:
Thanks for the nice feedback John! I had a great time playing for you and meeting your family and friends. Hope to see ya'll again sometime!
We had an all around great experience hiring Dave to sing and play for my wife's 50th birthday party! His set list will cover just about anything you can imagine and we had a really enjoyable evening. Dave really knows his music and his talent is first rate! He is very personable and easy to work with, with good communications.
I would book Dave again and would recommend him for your event.
Singing Guitarist
We booked Dave Spencer for my sister's 50th birthday. He was great to work with! He was very professional, learned our requested songs and really made our event fantastic!
Singing Guitarist
Booking Info
Price Range: $150 and up.
Gig Length: 30 - 300 minutes
Languages: English
Insurance: Yes
Website: Visit website
Phone Number: Call
What to Expect
I sing and play guitar with amplification if needed.
About
I have been playing music ever since I can remember. I leaned harmonica when I was around 2 years old, and added ukulele when I was 6. I joined my elementary school band in 5th grade, and started learning guitar when I was 12. In high school, I played in the symphony band and the orchestra. I played guitar with the Greensboro Youth Theatre. I majored in music at UNC-Chapel Hill, and played in venues such as The Cave, Town Hall, Cat’s Cradle, and Bluegrass festivals in Camp Springs, Johnston County, and King’s Dominion. In 1981, I moved to New Orleans and played on Bourbon Street at The Old Opera House, Famous Door, Papa Joe’s, 500 Club, and Cajun Country. I also played at The Louisiana World’s Fair in 1984 and Jazz Fest in 1985. In 1987, I moved to Charleston, SC, and played at many clubs and Resorts such as Kiawah and Seabrook. I have been playing in Raleigh since 1991.
Additional Booking Notes
I am totally self-contained; all I need is electric power, and chilled water. I even have a battery amp, so I can play without power if needed.
Services Offered
Upcoming Booked Events
| October 03, 2023 • 5:30pm - 7:30pm | Corporate Event |
| October 21, 2023 • 5:00pm - 8:00pm | Dinner Party |
| January 27, 2024 • 6:00pm - 9:00pm | Fundraiser |
| May 04, 2024 • 5:30pm - 6:30pm | Wedding Cocktail Hour |
Past Booked Events
| August 25, 2023 • 6:00pm - 7:00pm | Rehearsal Dinner |
| July 15, 2023 • 8:00pm - 11:00pm | Shakey Ray's |
| July 09, 2023 • All-day event | Beach |
| July 08, 2023 • All-day event | Beach |
| July 03, 2023 • 4:00am - 6:00am | Galloway Ridge |
| June 24, 2023 • 8:00pm - 11:00pm | Shakey Ray's |
| June 18, 2023 • All-day event | Father's Day |
| June 17, 2023 • 4:00pm - 5:00pm | Wedding |
| June 09, 2023 • 7:00pm - 10:00pm | Nickelpoint Brewing |
| June 09, 2023 • 4:00pm - 6:00pm | Abbotswood |
| May 30, 2023 • 6:30pm - 8:00pm | Dinner Party |
| March 20, 2023 • 3:00pm - 6:00pm | BS Reh |
| March 18, 2023 • 1:30pm - 2:30pm | Wakefield |
| March 18, 2023 • 10:00am - 1:00pm | BS Reh |
| December 13, 2022 • 6:00pm - 9:30pm | Christmas Party |
| November 23, 2022 • 4:30pm - 5:30pm | Wedding Ceremony |
| October 08, 2022 • 7:30pm - 10:00pm | Birthday Party |
| September 28, 2022 • 10:00am - 11:00am | Personal Occasion |
| September 20, 2022 • 5:30pm - 7:30pm | Corporate Event |
| August 21, 2022 • 11:30am - 12:30pm | Nonprofit Event |
| August 03, 2022 • 3:00pm - 6:00pm | Corporate Event |
| July 29, 2022 • 5:30pm - 10:00pm | Dinner Party |
| July 04, 2022 • 5:00pm - 6:30pm | Retirement Community Event |
| June 29, 2022 • 3:00pm - 5:00pm | Cocktail Party |
| May 31, 2022 • 3:00pm - 3:45pm | Cocktail Party |
| May 21, 2022 • 7:00pm - 9:00pm | Wedding Engagement |
| November 21, 2021 • 3:30pm - 4:30pm | Wedding |
| November 06, 2021 • 3:00pm - 5:00pm | Randy |
| October 30, 2021 • 8:00pm - 11:00pm | Billy party |
| October 29, 2021 • 4:00pm - 8:30pm | Galloway movie etc |
| October 23, 2021 • 5:00pm - 7:00pm | Wedding |
| October 16, 2021 • 1:15pm - 2:20pm | Randy |
| October 09, 2021 • 4:00pm - 5:30pm | Wedding |
| October 08, 2021 • 4:00pm - 6:00pm | Gibbons |
| October 08, 2021 • 3:00pm - 4:00pm | Randy Brookdale |
| October 03, 2021 • 11:00am - 12:00pm | Wedding |
| September 25, 2021 • 4:30pm - 5:30pm | Wedding |
| September 18, 2021 • 4:30pm - 6:30pm | Wedding |
| September 12, 2021 • 2:00pm - 6:00pm | Wedding |
| September 11, 2021 • 1:00pm - 3:00pm | Tom Memorial |
| September 04, 2021 • 6:00pm - 9:30pm | Paul dinner |
| September 04, 2021 • 1:00pm - 2:30pm | wakefield |
| August 21, 2021 • 1:00pm - 2:30pm | Wakefield |
| August 20, 2021 • 6:00pm - 7:00pm | Wedding |
| August 13, 2021 • 6:00pm - 9:00pm | Birthday Party |
| August 07, 2021 • 2:30pm - 3:30pm | Wedding |
| July 31, 2021 • 7:00pm - 8:00pm | Brookdale |
| July 24, 2021 • 1:30pm - 2:30pm | Wakefield |
| July 10, 2021 • 10:00am - 10:30am | Surprise |
| July 04, 2021 • 6:00pm - 8:00pm | Concert |
| July 04, 2021 • 3:00pm - 4:00pm | Brookdale |
| July 02, 2021 • 2:00pm - 3:30pm | Galloway |
| June 27, 2021 • 5:30pm - 7:30pm | Wedding |
| June 26, 2021 • 1:30pm - 2:30pm | Wakefield |
| June 22, 2021 • 6:00pm - 8:00pm | Wedding |
| June 19, 2021 • 4:30pm - 9:00pm | Wedding |
| June 12, 2021 • 11:00am - 1:00pm | Verena |
| October 18, 2020 • 5:30pm - 6:15pm | Wedding Ceremony |
| December 03, 2019 • 6:30pm - 7:15pm | Christmas Party |
| June 09, 2018 • 12:30pm - 3:30pm | Graduation |
| April 23, 2016 • 6:00pm - 10:00pm | House Party |
| October 24, 2015 | Birthday (Adult) |
| June 14, 2015 | Birthday (Adult) |
| November 09, 2014 | Corporate Event |
Set List
Ain't that a Shame - All of Me - All Shook Up - And I love Her - American Pie - Back in The USA - Best of my Love - Alison - Ain't Misbehavin' - Another Saturday Night - Brown Eyed Girl -
Changes in Latitudes - Better Together - Blue Skies - Blue Suede Shoes - Blueberry Hill - Bye Bye Love - Can you feel the love Tonight - Can't Buy Me Love - Can't help falling in Love - The Cave - Chains - Chattanooga Choo Choo - Come Monday - Country Roads - Crocodile Rock - Crazy little thing called Love - Cuts Like a Knife - Daydream - Desperado - Devoted to You - Dinah - Do You Want to Dance - Don't get around much Anymore - Do you believe in Magic - Do you want to know a Secret - Don't Be Cruel - Don't Dream it's Over - Down on the Corner - Down Under - Dust in The Wind - Dr. My Eyes - Dream - Dream Lover - 867-5309/Jenny - Every Breath you Take - Everyday - Feelin' Groovy - Fire & Rain -For What it's Worth- Forever Young - Folsom Prison - Footloose - Free Fallin - Fun Fun Fun - Girl from Ipanima - Good Riddance - Green River - Great balls of Fire - Good Lovin' - Handyman - Happy Together - Hard Day's Night - Heart of Gold - Heartbreak Hotel - Hello Mary Lou - Here Comes The Sun - Hey Jude - How High The Moon - Homeward Bound - Honey Don't - Horse with no Name - Hound Dog - Heard it through the Grapevine - How Sweet it Is - The House is Rockin' - Hurt so Good - I'm Yours - I'm a Believer - It Had to be You - In my Life - Island in the Sun - I Wanna Hold Your Hand - Jack and Diane - Joy to the World - Jailhouse Rock - Jambalaya - Johnny B Goode - Keep your Hands to Yourself - Lady be Good - Lady in Red - Lady Madonna - Last Kiss - Last Train to Clarksville - Lay Down Sally - Layla - La Bamba - Let It Be - The Letter - Light My Fire - Little GTO - Little Sister - Lookin' for Love - Love Potion # 9 - Maggie Mae - Margaritaville - Melissa - Michele - Missing You - Mr Tambourine Man - Nights in White Satin - Not Fade Away - No Reply - Norwegian Wood - Ob-la-di-ob-la-Da - On the Road Again - Peggy Sue - Peace Train - Peaceful, Easy Feeling - Piano Man - Pink Houses - Pretty Woman - Pride & Joy - Proud Mary - Ramblin' Man - Rikki don't lose that Number - Ripple - Rock & Roll Music - Rock around the Clock - Route 66 - Runaround Sue - Runnin' Down a Dream - Rock this Town - Rocket Man - ROCK in the USA - Return to Sender - Runaway - Shake Rattle & Roll - Signs - Summertime Blues - Sea Cruise - Sweet Little 16 - Sugar Magnolia - San Antonio Rose - Satisfaction - Sultans of Swing - Sharp Dressed Man - Save The Last Dance - Stand By Me - Sweet Baby James - Secret Agent Man - Shake Rattle & Roll - Surfing USA - Summer in the City - Summer of 69 - Sweet Home Alabama - Sweet Caroline - Take it Easy - That'll be the Day - Tequila Sunrise - Till There Was You - Travelin' Man - Tuesday Afternoon - Twenty Flight Rock - Twisting the Night Away - Under The Boardwalk - Up on the Roof - Wagon Wheel - Wake up Little Susie - Walk of Life - We are Gonna be Friends - Werewolves of London - When I'm 64 - Who Can it Be Now - Wild Horses - Wild World - Willie and the hand Jive - Wonderful Tonight - Wonderful World - You Send Me - You're Sixteen - Your Song - You've Got a Friend - You've got a friend in Me
Influences & Inspiration
Allman Brothers, Bach, Beatles, Eagles, Jackson Browne, Jimmy Buffett, Mozart, Willie Nelson, Cat Stevens, Tony Rice, Doc Watson, Grateful Dead, Dire Straits, Eric Clapton, Woodie Gutherie, Cole Porter, George Gershwin, Count Basie, Miles Davis, Robert Johnson, Muddy Waters, T-Bone Walker, Elmore James, B. B. King, Bonnie Raitt, Elvis Presley, Jerry Lee Lewis, James Brown, Carl Perkins, Chuck Berry, Duane Eddy, Buddy Holly, Bob Wills
Setup Requirements
cover if outside, electricity,
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