David Lawrence, has called Colorado home for over a decade. Whether performing solo or with his full band, ‘The Spoonful,’ David brings a unique blend of finger-picking Delta blues, roots-Americana, soulful vocals, and his style of Gypsy-infused jazz guitar. In recent years, David has focused on his original sound & released a debut full length album produced by Banshee Tree frontman Thom LaFond. 'Lean In' received accolades on CPR, Westword Magazine, 303 Magazine, 5280, Rooster Magazine & plays on locals radio all over CO. A poet at heart, David’s original sound combines evocative imagery and storytelling with infectious melodies and rich, layered guitar playing. True to his musical roots, David’s music is raw, gritty, soulful, and full of heart.
With ‘The Spoonful’ and a variety of other projects, David keeps a packed performing schedule with well over 200 gigs a year. Everything from restaurants and private events to some of the biggest festivals and stages in Colorado including City Park Jazz, Union Station, New West Fest and the People’s Fair. David hosted his debut solo album release show at Ophelia’s Electric Soapbox in December 2019.
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David’ first full-time music project ‘LAPOMPE’ started in 2013 and still tours and performs its blend of classic Django-style Gyspy Jazz mixed with eclectic originals. LAPOMPE is well established as one of the most popular Swing and vintage jazz bands in Colorado with accolades like the Westword Music Showcase Producers Choice award and countless nominations for best jazz band in CO.
His other projects include the ‘Royal Street Ramblers’, an homage to the vibrant music culture of New Orleans, with a full horn section and classic NOLA tunes, and the supergroup ‘The Blind Pigs.’ The ‘Blind Pigs’ is a collaboration with members of internationally touring bluegrass band Rapidgrass and features virtuosic musicianship and combines bluegrass, folk, and original tunes.
David also runs a full service booking agency and production company ‘LPJ Entertainment’. Booking hundreds of acts a year, David has helped provide entertainment for some of the most prestigious events and organizations in Colorado including Union Station, Larimer Square Holiday Market, Stanley Marketplace Summer Series, and The Speakeasy Soiree Vintage Jazz Festival.
For booking inquiries- Call David Lawrence 973-787-4502 Email -- lawrendh@gmail.com