Throughout his distinguished career, Donovan Woods has built a devoted following who cling to the acclaimed songwriter’s every word. Never one to mince words, Woods is one of music’s most vulnerable storytellers and on his latest studio album, Donovan takes that a step further. Honest and unflinching, on 'Things Were Never Good If They’re Not Good Now', his seventh studio album, Woods takes a long look inside and isn’t necessarily thrilled with what he sees. For an artist who isn’t afraid to bear his soul, this is as emotionally gritty as he has ever been.
Long known as a masterful storyteller, Woods is at his absolute best on 'Things Were Never Good If They’re Not Good Now'. Across the album’s 12 sparse, intimate songs, Woods finds himself reflecting on the ups and downs he has been through since 2020. His writing allowed him to open up and address the complexities of life that he has been going through.
The album, he notes, serves as “a funeral to the life he was living.”
Donovan Woods
Finished up a month supporting @thepaperkitesband last night in Los Angeles. What a pleasure. The band and their crew all so competent and confident in their endeavours. Touring’s not easy, but it can be much easier with the right group of people. It’s inspiring to see folks achieve it. Here’s to all the great musical moments and the whisper quiet, thoughtful audiences. I’m lucky and grateful to be brought along. Long road yet.
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Donovan Woods
Oooh, Maple Ridge, BC, big night happening next year. Be very prepared. On sale for members on Thursday, May 28th. On sale for everyone else, Friday, May 29th.
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Donovan Woods
On the road with @thepaperkitesband and what a wonderful little cruise. Come see us all.
2 weeks ago | [YT] | 22
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Donovan Woods
An honour and an absolute thrill. I’ve been dreaming about the Grand Ole Opry my whole life. Making my debut July 25th.
3 weeks ago | [YT] | 66
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Donovan Woods
Charlottetown, we’re coming in June! Can’t wait. Use code GAHAN25 to get tickets now.
1 month ago | [YT] | 3
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New show alert: Wolfville, NS on June 7th. Can’t wait to be in Atlantic Canada and take a really deep ocean-air breath and finally feel something.
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Donovan Woods
The Cold in April tour starts Thursday, most shows are sold out or have a handful of tickets left. Plenty of tickets in my hometown of Sarnia, though. Perhaps they are sick of Donny Singsong. Well, I’m coming anyway, with Adam Christie. See you soon.
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Donovan Woods
The Friends and Sweethearts tour of NS and NB is on sale now. Can’t wait to be back in Atlantic Canada this spring. Come have a little sing and a little weep (if necessary).
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Nova Scotia and New Brunswick, I’m coming over in June. I’ll play you my new songs and my old ones. Pre-sale starts tomorrow, March 24th @10am local. It’s on-sale for everybody on March 25th at 10am local. Come experience an emotion or two (not mandatory).
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Donovan Woods
Happy Hillside! I can’t wait to be back at @hillsidefestival this summer. I went to university in Guelph so it’s always in my heart and I’m thrilled every time I get to be a part of that beautiful weekend. See you there.
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