Bio

Davy Watson is a Belfast-born singer/songwriter whose music is steeped in the rich traditions of Rhythm & Blues, Celtic Folk, Americana, and Rock n Roll. With a voice full of soul and stories, and songs that echo the road he’s travelled, Davy’s sound is both timeless and deeply personal.

His journey began as a young bass player and singer, touring with Thin Lizzy frontman Philip Lynott and sharing the stage with Bob Geldof and the Boomtown Rats at Leixlip Castle. From there, he made his mark across Ireland, playing iconic venues like the Dandelion Market, the Pound Club, the Róisín Dubh, and Cork Opera House.

Davy’s talent and passion soon took him across the Atlantic to Los Angeles, where he recorded and performed with Jack Lancaster, Hazel O’Connor, and even Madonna. He formed the band Trinity with Vivian Campbell (Def Leppard, Dio) and worked with legendary producer Shel Talmy (The Who, The Kinks). His song “Only Love” found its way onto CBS’s primetime series Live Shot, and he became a featured artist on LA’s famed KLOS radio.

After returning home, Davy earned an MPhil in Music and Media Technologies from Trinity College Dublin, adding academic depth to his already rich musical experience. He continued touring and recording with the likes of Jack L, Henry McCullough, and Gráinne Duffy—gracing major stages including Glastonbury, the Royal Albert Hall (opening for Beth Hart), and numerous festivals across Europe and the U.S.

One of the defining moments of his career came in August 2018, when he performed with the Ulster Orchestra to a sold-out crowd in Belfast’s Ulster Hall. The concert was later released on DVD and CD, capturing a powerful and heartfelt performance. He returned to the same stage in 2022 with his trio, reaffirming his place as a vital voice in Ireland’s musical landscape.

Never one to stand still, Davy recently brought his music to Nashville’s Cannery Hall for three unforgettable shows. Now back home in Belfast, he continues to write, record, and perform—most recently with his band of friends on a new ‘single’ SOAPBOX.

Whether it’s a solo set in an intimate venue or a full band performance with orchestral backing, Davy’s music remains rooted in authenticity, passion, and soul. It’s not just the sound—it’s the life behind it.

Davy Watson is the shit!!! Soul, soul and more soul for our aching souls – Beth Hart

Armed with just an acoustic guitar, a beat box and a soulful voice, the public will thus be conquered by a set showing restraint and emotion. Davy gave an irreproachable performance – Concerts en Boîte – Pasino, France 

Davy Watson is maybe a contender for the title of greatest unknown treasure in Northern Irish music – Gigging NI