Donovan Woods

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Known for his candid, emotionally resonant songwriting, Donovan Woods blends folk, country, and pop into a distinctive sound that has earned him widespread acclaim. Beyond his own recorded music, he has written songs recorded by artists including Kenny Chesney, Tim McGraw, Charles Kelley of Lady A, Ben Platt, Hailey Whitters, Ashley Cooke, Barenaked Ladies, Matt Nathanson, Phillip Phillips, and many more. Albums such as Hard Settle, Ain't Troubled, Both Ways, Without People, and his most recent Polaris Prize Long Listed album, Things Were Never Good If They're Not Good Now, have been praised for their compelling storytelling and thoughtful explorations of love, vulnerability, and relationships. In 2026, Woods returns with brand-new music in the form of his EP Squander Your Gifts, released on February 27. The five-track collection is dedicated to his friend and longtime writing partner, Abe Stoklasa, who passed away in November 2023. Reflecting on loss, love, and living, the EP once again showcases Woods' gift for transforming deeply personal experiences into songs that resonate with listeners. Donovan Woods continues to solidify his place as one of North America's most compelling songwriters—an unflinchingly honest artist who is never afraid to bare his soul.