Cheryl Sundberg, Porcupine Mountains Music Festival
“Like taking a ride in a convertible with close friends on a sunny summer day.” — Cheryl Sundberg, Festival Director, Porcupine Mountains Music Festival
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John Bommarito, Host of Acoustic Alternatives
“Dave Boutette and Kristi Davis make beautiful music together. Charming is the word that keeps coming to me. It’s a crazy world right now, but listening to Dave and Kristi will make you forget that for an album length and we all could use that right now.” — John Bommarito, Host of Acoustic Alternatives
Peter Madcat Ruth, Grammy winning harmonica player
“Year after year Dave Boutette continues to to write exceedingly well crafted songs. His melodies flow easefully over his chord structures, while his lyrics conjure up vivid images and tell amazing stories. Dave’s music is now further enhanced by the harmony singing of Kristi Davis. Their two voices blend together flawlessly. On their new recording, […]
Daniel Bracken, Wheatland
“Dave and Kristi are what we all need in these challenging times… Irrepressible verve and joy. These are exceptionally fine songs delivered with authentic voices, stellar musicianship, and great production.” — Daniel Bracken, Wheatland Music Org, Programming Committee
Jamie-Sue Seal, Smokin’ Sleddog Records & Touring
“Dave Boutette never seems to run out of stories and melodies that are filled with colorful and magical flavors. He is our own Paul Simon in the North Midwest who keeps the campfire burning and the songs going deep into the night. In Kristi Lynn Davis, he has found the perfect life and music partner. […]
Bill Keith, Trinity House Theatre
“You can guarantee Dave & Kristi will bring some much needed cheer to the challenging times we’re facing. One listen will show you why they’re among our favorite performers at Trinity House.” — Bill Keith, Trinity House Theatre
Current Magazine – Dave & Kristi “Easy as Pie”
“Lush, folk-inspired harmonies intertwined with acoustic anthems, fireside singalongs and peppy get-up-and-go tunes.” – By Lori Stratton – September 10, 2018 – Current Magazine Read the full article on eCurrent!
Sunday Feature: Dexter’s Boutette still sharing his musical genius
“Dave Boutette has strummed his way into the ears – and hearts – of people in these parts for decades, playing his unique melodies and telling stories through his music as only he can – in an engaging, enlightening and always fun style that has served him well.” — Sunday Feature : WeLoveDexter.com
Nor-East’r Music & Art Festival
The real deal…..I know folks use that line all the time but he truly is ‘the real deal’. He’s the kindest man you’ll ever meet. He sings these way cool tunes. Been listening to his latest recording this past week and its full of little gems, personal insights and lots of love. He’s a personality […]
Music Morsels 1
“Dave Boutette fuses a sort of classic folk feel ala Woody Guthrie or early Dylan with kisses of modern alt folk edginess and a touch of crooner blues. The result is unique and refreshing, with music that lets you pay attention to the wonderful stories while experiencing them in subtly non traditional singer/songwriter fashions. You […]