Donovan Woods

Donovan Woods is known for his honest, lived-in songs that go straight to the heart. With a subtle mix of folk, country and pop, he knows how to tell stories that touch and continue to resonate. His music feels personal, but is at the same time surprisingly recognizable. Besides his own music, he also wrote songs for big names like Kenny Chesney, Tim McGraw, Charles Kelley (Lady A), Ben Platt, Hailey Whitters, Ashley Cooke, Barenaked Ladies, Matt Nathanson and Phillip Phillips. With albums like 'Hard Settle', 'Ain’t Troubled', 'Both Ways', 'Without People' and the Polaris Prize-nominated 'Things Were Never Good If They’re Not Good Now', he confirms his talent for immersive storytelling time and again. Themes like love, vulnerability and relationships receive a sincere and recognizable interpretation from him. In 2026, Donovan Woods returns with new music. His upcoming EP 'Squander Your Gifts' is a particularly personal project. The five songs are dedicated to his friend and permanent writing partner Abe Stoklasa, who passed away in November 2023. The result is an intimate and moving reflection on loss, love and life itself. **With his unfiltered honesty and the courage to lay bare his soul, Donovan Woods continues to profile himself as one of the most intriguing songwriters of North America.** At tables with a drink. (website only) For this performance, you can use your art academy discount (KA). This is a company performance.