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David Holt is a renowned traditional folk performer celebrated for his deep roots in Southern mountain music, storytelling, and virtuosic multi-instrumentalism. A four-time Grammy Award winner, Holt has shaped the landscape of American folk through engaging live performances, acclaimed recordings, and thoughtful storytelling. His work spans decades, combining rich musical traditions with accessible, engaging presentation that appeals to both devoted folk fans and curious newcomers.

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Documented collaborators

As a longtime host of PBS/UNC-TV programs like David Holt’s State of Music, he has shared the stage with fellow musicians, storytellers, and communities across the Southeast and beyond. Holt’s performances are known for preserving and presenting traditional sounds while inviting audiences to experience them in a modern, intimate setting.

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Below you’ll find highlights from his biography, notable discography, and upcoming tour details. If you’re looking to secure seats for a live David Holt show, we’ve got you covered with easy, straightforward ticket access.

Onstage company

Documented collaborators

David Holt’s career began in earnest in the 1980s, and over the decades he has become a trusted voice in traditional folk. His discography spans from early recordings to 2016’s Good Medicine (with Josh Goforth) and the 2009 release Cutting Loose, showcasing his versatility on banjo, slide guitar, jaw harp, and other instruments. The four-time Grammy wins include Legacy (Best Traditional Folk Recording, 2003) and Stellaluna (Best Children’s Spoken Word Recording, 1997), underscoring his broad appeal and enduring impact on American music.

The live experience

What reaches the room

Upcoming performances include notable appearances such as A Swannanoa Solstice at Diana Wortham Theatre in Asheville, NC on December 21, 2025. For fans and first-time attendees alike, David Holt offers a warm, storytelling-forward concert experience that highlights history, culture, and community through song.

Onstage company

Documented collaborators

Explore more about David Holt’s career, watch his PBS appearances, and stay updated on tour dates by following his official channels. We’ve included direct links to his social media and official website to keep you connected with the man behind the music.

The essentials

Quick Facts About David Holt

  • Four-time Grammy Award winner; notable wins include Legacy (Best Traditional Folk Recording, 2003) and Stellaluna (Best Children’s Spoken Word Recording, 1997).
  • Longtime proponent of traditional Southern mountain music, storytelling, and multi-instrumental performance (banjo, slide guitar, jaw harp, etc.).
  • Host of PBS/UNC-TV programs such as David Holt’s State of Music and other regional storytelling/folk programs.
  • Discography spans 1981–2016, including Good Medicine (2016 with Josh Goforth) and Cutting Loose (2009).
  • 2025: publicly listed performance on December 21 at A Swannanoa Solstice, Diana Wortham Theatre, Asheville, NC.

The records

David Holt Discography

  • Good Medicine
    2016 · High Windy Audio (David Holt & Josh Goforth)
  • Cutting Loose
    2009 · High Windy Audio
  • David Holt & The Lightning Bolts
    2006 · High Windy Audio
  • Hairyman Meets Tailybone
    2006 · High Windy Audio
  • Let It Slide
    2005 · High Windy Audio
  • When the Train Comes Along
    2011 · High Windy Audio
  • Live and Kickin’ at the National Storytelling Festival
    2003 · High Windy Audio
  • Legacy
    2002 · High Windy Audio
  • Spiders in the Hairdo
    2002 · High Windy Audio
  • Stellaluna
    2000 · High Windy Audio
  • I Got a Bullfrog: Folksongs for the Fun of It
    1994 · High Windy Audio
  • Why the Dog Chases the Cat: Great Animal Stories
    2000 · High Windy Audio
  • Grandfather’s Greatest Hits
    1991 · High Windy Audio
  • Reel & Rock
    1986 · High Windy Audio
  • It Just Suits Me
    1981 · June Appal
  • The Hairy Man And Other Tales
    1981 · High Windy Audio
  • 25th Anniversary Reel & Rock
    2010 · High Windy Audio
  • David Holt's State of Music
    2015 · High Windy Audio

The hits

Top David Holt Songs

  • Barney McCabe
    2007 · N/A

David Holt’s career began in earnest in the 1980s, and over the decades he has become a trusted voice in traditional folk. His discography spans from early recordings to 2016’s Good Medicine (with Josh Goforth) and the 2009 release Cutting Loose, showcasing his versatility on banjo, slide guitar, jaw harp, and other instruments. The four-time Grammy wins include Legacy (Best Traditional Folk Recording, 2003) and Stellaluna (Best Children’s Spoken Word Recording, 1997), underscoring his broad appeal and enduring impact on American music.

Upcoming performances include notable appearances such as A Swannanoa Solstice at Diana Wortham Theatre in Asheville, NC on December 21, 2025. For fans and first-time attendees alike, David Holt offers a warm, storytelling-forward concert experience that highlights history, culture, and community through song.

Explore more about David Holt’s career, watch his PBS appearances, and stay updated on tour dates by following his official channels. We’ve included direct links to his social media and official website to keep you connected with the man behind the music.

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