"Carolina in My Mind" (James Taylor cover)
"Let It Be" (The Beatles cover)
"Anything But Mine" (Kenny Chesney cover)
"Here Comes the Sun" (The Beatles cover)
David Porter - Singer/Guitarist/Songwriter
Live at Stumptown Station, Matthews
Music Box Lunch program at Romare Bearden Park, uptown Charlotte, NC
Playing at Temple Mojo for the "Cinco de Matthews" Festival
A Fun Night at Treehouse Vineyards, Monroe, NC
"The House Band" at CharBar no. 7 in Matthews, NC
On stage at Southern Range Brewing, Monroe, NC
Sing-along time at Sweet Union Brewing, Indian Trail, NC
At Franklin Court Grille, Monroe, NC
Entertaining at the Bonefish Grill, Matthews, NC
I specialize in classic acoustic folk rock, both up-tempo and ballads, doing covers from such artists as James Taylor, The Beatles, The Eagles, Jimmy Buffet, and Dan Fogelberg, among MANY others, as well as current artists and original tunes. My song list currently has over 300 selections, with new songs being added all the time. I am always professional in appearance and presentation, always on time, and have a great rapport with the audience. With over 30 years of experience you won't be disappointed. I offer reasonable rates, and I'm usually available on fairly short notice and during weekdays. Available for restaurants, bars, weddings, and private parties!
31 reviews
Dawn S. S.
December 15, 2025David did a great job providing us with both seasonal and classic hits as background music for our Christmas party. He was very easy and pleasant to work with. Once we booked him, he checked with the party venue and made all arrangements for setting up so he would be ready to go when we started. We would definitely use David again!
Hired as: Guitarist
David Porter
Dawn, thank you for the kind words and for letting me be a small part of your Christmas event! It was such a warm atmosphere, and I met some of the nicest people. If I can be of service in the future, please don't hesitate to call on me. Merry Christmas to you and everyone there!
Brandi H.
December 8, 2024He was amazing to work with and has such a great variety of music. Prompt and a great addition to our event.
Hired as: Guitarist, Singing Guitarist
David Porter
Brandi, thank you for your kind words and for letting me be a small part of your neighborhood holiday celebration! It was a pleasure meeting you and so many of your friends and neighbors. If I can be of service in the future, please don't hesitate to get in touch. Merry Christmas to you and yours! - David
David H.
January 7, 2024David played for us this past Saturday night and it couldn't have gone better. Songs the patrons knew and sang along with.....all the right songs....Afterwards I had customers come up to me and say how pleased they were with David and please have him back. So book him for your event and you won't regret it!
Hired as: Singing Guitarist
David Porter
Thank you for the kind words, David, it was a fun night! I look forward to being back at The Rust Onion in early March and making it another memorable evening!
Christopher P.
October 19, 2023David was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding. He asked us what song we would like for the bride to walk up to and to leave with. He gave us some suggestions as well when we were not sure what we wanted to play. After the ceremony David walked to where the wedding party and all the guests were mingling. He continued to play and sing staying close enough everyone could hear him. We had an outdoor wedding with no PA system as it was not an option. However, David worked with us to find the best solution we could and it turned out great! I cannot recommend hiring David enough. He was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding.
Hired as: Guitarist, Singing Guitarist
David Porter
Chris, thank you for the kind words and your generosity. You and Kayla make an amazing couple and I'm so pleased I as able to be a small part of your special day! Everyone was so nice to me and I'm delighted that you are happy with my small contribution. If you two are in this area in the future, I hope you'll look me up and catch a performance. Best wishes to you both!
Dan A.
October 12, 2023Always enjoy when David performs at our flagship HT bar. Exceptional guitar whether strumming or picking along with his pitch perfect vocals.
Hired as: Singing Guitarist
David Porter
Thank you very much for your kind words, Dan! I appreciate your support and look forward to seeing you often at our favorite HT wine bars.
Price range: Contact for rates
Languages: English
Gig length: 30 - 240 minutes
When you come see me, you'll see someone who thoroughly enjoys what he does and shares that with his audience. From up-tempo toe-tappers to sing-alongs to beautiful ballads, you get it all with me. I have a warm, easy-going style, enjoy interacting with the crowd, and occassionally will even invite an audience member to join me at the mic. My songlist contains over 300 numbers, so I can usually accommodate requests, as well! On the business side, I conduct myself professionally. I arrive early for a thorough set up, take short breaks, and rarely drink while I perform (unless an audience member wants to buy me a beer now and then).
Alaska-born and North Carolina-raised, I've been playing guitar, singing, and writing songs since I was 16. My performing career has taken me from Charlotte and the NC Triad, to the vibrant music scene of Austin, TX, down to the Low Country of Hilton Head Island, into talent-rich Louisville, KY, and back to the Charlotte area again. Along with my musical collaborator, Marty Miller, I have recorded three CDs of original material, "The Family Heart" in 2001, "Creature Comforts" in 2011, and "High Water Line" released in January, 2018. I performed over 135 gigs in 2019 and love what I do: singing, playing, entertaining, and making people happy!
I provide my own 700 watt sound system, including microphone, mixer, monitor, and elevated speakers, as well as some minimal stage lighting for effect when appropriate. I usually play both a six- and twelve-string acoustic/electric guitar during my shows. I require a 3-prong electrical outlet within 50' of my performance site, and a bottle of water or two is appreciated, if available. If outdoors, solid flooring is preferred, along with overhead cover, however I can provide my own pop-up 8'x8' tent if necessary.
Thursday
Lake Hickory Pub and Marina
5:30pm - 8:30pm
Friday
Angus Steak House, Hickory
6:00pm - 9:00pm
Saturday
Catawba Co. Club (Private)
11:00am - 1:00pm
Thursday
Harris Teeter Wine Bar, Rea Farms
5:00pm - 8:00pm
Friday
Grapes Bistro, Indian Trail
7:30pm - 10:30pm
Saturday
Cork & Ale, Waxhaw
6:30pm - 9:30pm
Friday
Brightmore of S. Clt (Private)
11:30am - 1:30pm
Friday
Mill Town Social House, Valdese
6:00pm - 9:00pm
Thursday
Harris Teeter Wesley Chapel
5:00pm - 8:00pm
Friday
Shep's Bar and Grill, Mint Hill
8:00pm - 11:00pm
Saturday
The Improper Pig, Charlotte (Rea Farms)
6:00pm - 9:00pm
Friday
Copper Penny Grill, Hickory
6:00pm - 9:00pm
Thursday
Hickory Social House
5:30pm - 8:30pm
Friday
Angus Steak House, Hickory
6:00pm - 9:00pm
Friday
Mill Town Social House, Valdese
6:00pm - 9:00pm
Friday
Copper Penny Grill, Hickory
6:00pm - 9:00pm
Thursday
Harris Teeter Wine Bar, Rea Farms
5:00pm - 8:00pm
Friday
Anne Springs Close Greenway, Ft. Mill
6:00pm - 9:00pm
Saturday
Stumptown Station, Matthews
8:00pm - 11:00pm
Friday
Angus Steak House, Hickory
6:00pm - 9:00pm
Saturday
Hickory Social House
5:00pm - 8:00pm
Saturday
P. Thompson (Private)
5:00pm - 8:00pm
Friday
Romeo & Brewliet Tap Room, Hickory
8:00pm - 11:00pm
Friday
Romeo & Brewliet Tap Room, Hickory
8:00pm - 11:00pm
Thursday
Catawba Country Club (Private)
5:00pm - 7:30pm
Tuesday
Private (Le Meridien, Charlotte)
5:30pm - 8:00pm
Thursday
B Chord Live
6:00pm - 9:00pm
Saturday
Lake Hickory Pub and Marina
5:30pm - 8:30pm
Friday
Copper Penny, Rhodhiss
6:00pm - 9:00pm
Thursday
Hickory Social House
5:30pm - 8:30pm
Friday
Romeo & Brewliet, Hickory
8:00pm - 11:00pm
Friday
Mill Town Social House, Valdese
6:00pm - 9:00pm
Thursday
Copper Penny, Rhodhiss
6:00pm - 9:00pm
Thursday
Junction Drinkery & Live Music (Catawba)
7:00pm - 9:00pm
Friday
Romeo & Brewliette (Hickory)
8:00pm - 11:00pm
Friday
Mill Town Social House, Valdese
6:00pm - 9:00pm
Thursday
Christmas Party
6:30pm - 9:00pm
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Hickory, NC
Saturday
B Chord Live (Granite Falls)
7:30pm - 10:00pm
Saturday
Answer Scholarship Event (Private)
12:00pm - 3:00pm
Saturday
Cork and Ale, Waxhaw, NC
7:00pm - 10:00pm
Friday
Stumptown Station, Matthews
8:00pm - 11:00pm
Thursday
The Back Corner, Matthews
7:00pm - 10:00pm
Saturday
Reid's Fine Foods Southpark, Charlotte, NC
6:00pm - 9:00pm
Friday
Grapes Bistro, Indian Trail, NC
7:30pm - 10:30pm
Thursday
Tommy Bahamas, Charlotte (Southpark)
5:00pm - 8:00pm
Saturday
Providence Plantation (Private)
1:00pm - 4:00pm
Friday
Shep's Bar and Grill, Mint Hill
8:00pm - 11:00pm
Thursday
Harris Teeter Wine Bar, Rea Farms
5:00pm - 8:00pm
Thursday
Harris Teeter Wine Bar Wesley Chapel
5:00pm - 8:00pm
Wednesday
Cork and Ale, Waxhaw, NC
6:30pm - 9:30pm
Sunday
The Back Corner, Matthews
4:00pm - 7:00pm
Saturday
Matthews Glen (Private)
7:00pm - 8:00pm
Thursday
Tommy Bahamas, Charlotte (Southpark)
5:00pm - 8:00pm
Saturday
Reid's Fine Foods Southpark, Charlotte, NC
6:00pm - 9:00pm
Friday
Grapes Bistro, Indian Trail, NC
7:30pm - 10:30pm
Monday
Brightmoor of S. Clt. (Private)
11:00am - 1:00pm
Saturday
The Office (Stonecrest)
7:00pm - 10:00pm
Friday
Shug's Bar and Grill, Mint Hill
8:00pm - 11:00pm
Thursday
Fin and Fino, Huntersville, NC
5:00pm - 8:00pm
Saturday
Anne Springs Close Greenway, Ft. Mill, SC
6:00pm - 9:00pm
Friday
The Improper Pig, Rea Farms
6:00pm - 9:00pm
Thursday
Harris Teeter Wine Bar Wesley Chapel
5:00pm - 8:00pm
Saturday
Oaklore Distillery, Matthews, NC
6:00pm - 9:00pm
Friday
Stumptown Station, Matthews
8:00pm - 11:00pm
Wednesday
Tommy Bahamas, Charlotte (Southpark)
5:00pm - 8:00pm
Saturday
Reid's Fine Foods Southpark, Charlotte, NC
6:00pm - 9:00pm
Friday
Grapes Bistro, Indian Trail, NC
7:30pm - 10:30pm
Thursday
Harris Teeter Wine Bar, Rea Farms
5:00pm - 8:00pm
Wednesday
Tommy Bahamas, Charlotte (Southpark)
5:00pm - 8:00pm
Saturday
Cork and Ale, Waxhaw, NC
7:00pm - 10:00pm
Saturday
Concord Arts Walk, Concord, NC
1:30pm - 3:00pm
Friday
The Improper Pig, Rea Farms
6:00pm - 9:00pm
Wednesday
The Club House, Ballantyne
7:00pm - 10:00pm
Saturday
The Office (Stonecrest)
7:00pm - 10:00pm
Friday
Shug's Bar and Grill, Mint Hill
8:00pm - 11:00pm
Thursday
Fin and Fino, Huntersville, NC
5:00pm - 8:00pm
Saturday
Tommy Bahamas, Charlotte (Southpark)
5:00pm - 8:00pm
Friday
The Office (Stonecrest)
7:00pm - 10:00pm
Thursday
Carmel CC (Private)
6:30pm - 8:30pm
Saturday
Oaklore Distillery, Matthews, NC
6:00pm - 9:00pm
Friday
Grapes Bistro, Indian Trail, NC
7:30pm - 10:30pm
Friday
Tommy Bahamas, Charlotte (Southpark)
11:00am - 2:00pm
Thursday
Fin and Fino, Huntersville, NC
5:00pm - 8:00pm
Wednesday
Tommy Bahamas, Charlotte (Southpark)
3:00pm - 6:00pm
Thursday
Harris-Teeter Wine Bar, Rea Farms, Charlotte, NC
5:00pm - 8:00pm
Friday
Stumptown Station, Matthews
8:00pm - 11:00pm
Thursday
Harris-Teeter Wine Bar (S. Sharon Amity)
5:00pm - 8:00pm
Wednesday
Cork and Ale, Waxhaw, NC
6:30pm - 9:30pm
Friday
Shep's Bar and Grill, Mint Hill
8:00pm - 11:00pm
Thursday
Carmel CC (Private)
6:30pm - 8:30pm
Saturday
Oaklore Distillery, Matthews, NC
6:00pm - 9:00pm
Friday
Grapes Bistro, Indian Trail, NC
7:30pm - 10:30pm
Thursday
Harris Teeter Wine Bar, 5920 Weddington Rd.
5:00pm - 8:00pm
Thursday
Fin and Fino, Huntersville, NC
5:00pm - 8:00pm
Saturday
The Office (Stonecrest)
7:00pm - 10:00pm
Thursday
Harris Teeter Wine Bar, Ballantyne
5:00pm - 8:00pm
Thursday
Carmel CC (Private)
6:30pm - 8:30pm
Saturday
The Office (Stonecrest)
7:00pm - 10:00pm
Friday
Grapes Bistro, Indian Trail, NC
7:30pm - 10:30pm
Thursday
Harris Teeter Wine Bar, S. Blvd.
5:00pm - 8:00pm
Monday
Aloft Hotel Charlotte Airport
7:00pm - 9:00pm
Saturday
Stumptown Station, Matthews
8:00pm - 11:00pm
Friday
Shep's Bar and Grill, Mint Hill
8:00pm - 11:00pm
Thursday
Harris-Teeter Wine Bar, Rea Farms, Charlotte, NC
5:00pm - 8:00pm
Saturday
Reid's Fine Foods Southpark, Charlotte, NC
6:00pm - 9:00pm
Thursday
Harris Teeter Wine Bar, 5920 Weddington Rd.
5:00pm - 8:00pm
Monday
Harris-Teeter Wine Bar, Rea Farms, Charlotte, NC
5:00pm - 8:00pm
Saturday
Brightmoor of S. Clt. (Private)
7:15pm - 8:15pm
Friday
Grapes Bistro, Indian Trail, NC
7:30pm - 10:30pm
Thursday
Harris-Teeter Wine Bar, Rea Farms, Charlotte, NC
5:00pm - 8:00pm
Saturday
Stumptown Station, Matthews, NC
8:00pm - 11:00pm
Friday
Shep's Bar and Grill, Mint Hill
8:00pm - 11:00pm
Thursday
Fin and Fino, Huntersville, NC
5:00pm - 8:00pm
Saturday
Christmas Party
4:30pm - 7:00pm
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Huntersville, NC
Friday
Reid's Fine Foods Southpark, Charlotte, NC
6:00pm - 9:00pm
Tuesday
Harris-Teeter Wine Bar, Rea Farms, Charlotte, NC
5:00pm - 8:00pm
Saturday
Reid's Fine Foods Southpark, Charlotte, NC
6:00pm - 9:00pm
Friday
Model A Brewing, Tega Cay, SC
6:00pm - 9:00pm
Thursday
Harris-Teeter Wine Bar, Rea Farms, Charlotte, NC
5:00pm - 8:00pm
Wednesday
Cork and Ale, Waxhaw, NC
6:00pm - 9:00pm
Saturday
Stumptown Station, Matthews, NC
8:00pm - 11:00pm
Friday
Reid's Fine Foods Southpark, Charlotte, NC
6:00pm - 9:00pm
Saturday
The Rusty Onion, Carmel Rd.
6:30pm - 8:30pm
Friday
Grapes Bistro, Indian Trail, NC
7:30pm - 10:30pm
Thursday
Harris-Teeter Wine Bar (S. Sharon Amity)
5:00pm - 8:00pm
Saturday
Anne Springs Close Greenway, Ft. Mill, SC
6:00pm - 9:00pm
Friday
Shep's Bar and Grill, Mint Hill
7:00pm - 10:00pm
Saturday
Panzu Brewery (Mint Hill)
6:00pm - 9:00pm
Friday
Matthews Glen (Private)
5:00pm - 6:30pm
Thursday
Harris Teeter Wine Bar, 5920 Weddington Rd.
5:00pm - 8:00pm
Wednesday
Cork and Ale, Waxhaw, NC
6:30pm - 9:30pm
Saturday
Carolina Beer Temple
4:00pm - 7:00pm
Friday
Let's Include Landon Event (Private)
5:00pm - 8:00pm
Thursday
Harris Teeter Wine Bar, Smith Farm Rd., Charlottte
5:00pm - 8:00pm
Saturday
The Rusty Onion, Carmel Rd.
6:30pm - 8:30pm
Saturday
Stumptown Station, Matthews, NC
9:00pm - 11:55pm
Friday
Grapes Bistro, Indian Trail, NC
7:30pm - 10:30pm
Thursday
Harris Teeter S. Blvd., Charlotte
5:00pm - 8:00pm
Saturday
Anne Springs Close Greenway, Ft. Mill, SC
6:00pm - 9:00pm
Saturday
Answer Scholarship Fundraiser
12:00pm - 2:30pm
Friday
Harris-Teeter Wine Bar (S. Sharon Amity)
6:00pm - 9:00pm
Thursday
Harris-Teeter Wine Bar (Waverly, Golf Links Dr.)
5:00pm - 8:00pm
Saturday
Stumptown Station, Matthews, NC
9:00pm - 11:55pm
Friday
Shep's Bar and Grill, Mint Hill
7:00pm - 10:00pm
Thursday
Harris-Teeter Wine Bar, Ballantyne
5:00pm - 8:00pm
Sunday
Ballantyne Hotel (Private)
12:00pm - 4:00pm
Saturday
Stumptown Station, Matthews, NC
9:00pm - 11:55pm
Saturday
Treehouse Vineyards, Monroe, NC
2:00pm - 5:00pm
Wednesday
Cork and Ale, Waxhaw, NC
6:30pm - 9:30pm
Saturday
Carolina Beer Temple
4:00pm - 7:00pm
Friday
Grapes Bistro, Indian Trail, NC
7:30pm - 10:30pm
Thursday
Harris-Teeter Wine Bar (Waverly, Golf Links Dr.)
5:00pm - 8:00pm
Saturday
Improper Pig, Rea Farms
5:00pm - 8:00pm
Friday
Shep's Bar and Grill, Mint Hill
7:00pm - 10:00pm
Thursday
Harris-Teeter Wine Bar (S. Sharon Amity)
5:00pm - 8:00pm
Saturday
Reid's Fine Foods, Charlotte, NC
6:00pm - 9:00pm
Friday
Edge City Brewery, Charlotte, NC
6:00pm - 9:00pm
Saturday
Stumptown Station, Matthews, NC
9:00pm - 11:55pm
Friday
Improper Pig, Rea Farms
6:00pm - 9:00pm
Saturday
Brightmoor of S. Clt.
7:15pm - 8:15pm
Friday
Grapes Bistro, Indian Trail, NC
7:30pm - 10:30pm
Thursday
Harris Teeter Wine Bar, S. Blvd.
5:00pm - 8:00pm
Saturday
The Rusty Onion, Carmel Rd.
6:30pm - 8:30pm
Thursday
The Office (Indian Land, SC)
7:00pm - 10:00pm
Saturday
Carolina Beer Temple
4:00pm - 7:00pm
Friday
Providence Co. Club (Private)
6:00pm - 9:00pm
Wednesday
Harris-Teeter Wine Bar, Ballantyne
5:00pm - 8:00pm
Thursday
Harris-Teeter Wine Bar (Waverly, Golf Links Dr.)
5:00pm - 8:00pm
Sunday
Christ Episcopal Church Charlotte (private)
11:15am - 12:45pm
Saturday
Carolina Beer Temple (Mainline Market)
4:00pm - 7:00pm
Friday
Model A Brewing
6:00pm - 9:00pm
Thursday
Harris-Teeter Wine Bar (S. Sharon Amity)
5:00pm - 8:00pm
Saturday
Stumptown Station, Matthews, NC
9:00pm - 11:55pm
Friday
Anne Springs Close Greenway, Ft. Mill, SC
6:00pm - 9:00pm
Wednesday
Cork and Ale, Waxhaw, NC
6:30pm - 9:30pm
Sunday
Private Booking
5:30pm - 7:30pm
Saturday
Oaklore Distillery, Matthews, NC
6:00pm - 9:00pm
Friday
Reid's Fine Foods, Charlotte, NC
6:00pm - 9:00pm
Thursday
Harris-Teeter Wine Bar (Ballantyne)
5:00pm - 8:00pm
Wednesday
Cork and Ale, Waxhaw, NC
6:30pm - 9:30pm
Tuesday
Private Booking
7:00pm - 8:00pm
Sunday
Improper Pig, Rea Farms
5:00pm - 8:00pm
Saturday
Carolina Beer Temple
4:00pm - 7:00pm
Friday
Grapes Bistro, Indian Trail, NC
7:30pm - 10:30pm
Thursday
The Office (Indian Land, SC)
7:00pm - 10:00pm
Saturday
Panzu Brewery (Mint Hill)
4:00pm - 7:00pm
Friday
Stumptown Station, Matthews, NC
9:00pm - 11:55pm
Thursday
Harris-Teeter Wine Bar (Waverly, Golf Links Dr.)
5:00pm - 8:00pm
Saturday
Private Booking
7:00pm - 11:00pm
Thursday
Charlotte Co. Club (Private)
5:30pm - 8:00pm
Sunday
The Office (Stonecrest)
12:00pm - 3:00pm
Saturday
The Rusty Onion, Carmel Rd.
6:30pm - 8:30pm
Friday
Reid's Fine Foods, Charlotte, NC
6:00pm - 9:00pm
Wednesday
Cork and Ale, Waxhaw, NC
7:00pm - 10:00pm
Friday
Fire Pit Friday (Private)
6:30pm - 9:00pm
Thursday
Harris-Teeter Wine Bar (4101 Park Rd.)
5:00pm - 8:00pm
Saturday
Private Booking
7:30pm - 10:30pm
Friday
Harris Teeter Wine Bar, 112 S. Sharon Amity
6:00pm - 9:00pm
Thursday
Carmel CC (Private)
6:30pm - 8:30pm
Saturday
Stumptown Station, Matthews, NC
9:00pm - 11:55pm
With over 350 tunes to choose from, my sets vary based on the audience, location, and event. Typically you'll hear such tunes as "Take it Easy" (Eagles) , "Here Comes the Sun" (Beatles)," Margaritaville" (Buffet)," Carolina in my Mind" (Taylor), "Wagon Wheel" (Dylan), "Black Water" (Doobies), "Perfect" (Sheeran), and "3 a.m." (Matchbox 20), just to name a few. I will also include excellent tunes by some lesser-known artists, as well as a few original compositions. I do my best to accomodate requests, as well, by providing copies of my song list to the audience.
My performances offer songs from a wide range of artists including classic acts such as the Eagles, the Beatles, and Crosby, Stills, and Nash, to singer/songwriters like James Taylor, Jimmy Buffet, Dan Fogelberg, and Harry Chapin. You will also hear tunes from current artists such as Matchbox 20, Jason Isbell, O.A.R., and Ed Sheeran. I also include selections from independent artists such as The Floating Men, Paul Thorne, and my own original compositions.
Must have a 3-prong electrical outlet w/in 50' of performance location
Performance area must be dry and level, preferrably with overhead cover.
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