Donovan Woods
Donovan Woods is a Sarnia-Lambton based Canadian singer-songwriter known for emotive, folk-tinged and country-influenced songs, charismatic live performances, and active touring. He records and releases original music, issues special physical releases such as Record Store Day projects, and collaborates with other artists. In addition to his music, he co-hosts a lighthearted podcast called The Big Five and maintains an online store for merchandise and releases.
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Last updated on Feb 8th, 2026
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Donovan Woods published a brief, candid statement on 2026-05-15 reading, "Its not gonna kill you but it feels like it will." The line conveys a raw, relatable tone that can prompt reflection or conversation among followers.
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On the road with The Paper Kites cruise announcement
Donovan Woods posted a warm invitation about being on the road with The Paper Kites, mentioning a delightful little cruise and crediting @sophiaelizabeth_photos for the image. The short announcement encourages fans to come see them, with full event details to be found on the artists' official channels.
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Mother's Day appreciation post
Donovan Woods shared a heartfelt Mother's Day message on 2026-05-10 honoring @meredithcheesby for her creativity and the care she brings to family life. The short post celebrates parenting partnership and appreciation for the ways she makes life cozy and loving.
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Mother's Day greeting post
Donovan Woods shared a heartfelt Mother s Day greeting on 2026-05-10 to @meredithcheesby, thanking her for partnership in parenting and the cozy, joyful ways she shapes family life. The post is warm and personal, highlighting appreciation for the things she makes and the care she brings to everyday moments.
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New podcast promotion and original music performance
Donovan Woods announced promotion of a new podcast and that he is performing his own original songs, sharing the update on 2026-05-09. The short, first person message emphasizes both the podcast and the music, useful if you follow his releases or want behind the scenes content.
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The Cold In April Tour — Oshawa performance
Donovan Woods posted about performing "I Talk About You" in Oshawa during The Cold In April Tour, calling the run uniquely fun and noting a room full of likeminded pals each night. The update highlights an intimate tour atmosphere and strong audience connection in Oshawa last week.
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Podcast episode release announcement
Donovan Woods released the second episode of The Big Five on 2026-04-28, featuring comedian Jackie Pirico debating quirky categories like big five balls, slang terms for throwing up, and paintings. The hosts single out round two as their favorite recorded round, making this a must listen for fans of playful ranking games; stream it on Apple Podcasts via the included link.
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Charlottetown show (June)
Donovan Woods announced a Charlottetown show coming in June and urged fans to get tickets now using promo code GAHAN25. The post is a short artist announcement aimed at local fans, with ticketing details to be confirmed by the promoter or box office.
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"Do It Right" live in Hamilton
Donovan Woods shared that "Do It Right" was performed live for the first time in Hamilton, Ontario, with the announcement dated April 21, 2026. Fans should check Donovan Woods' official channels and fan posts for recordings or setlist details from the debut performance.
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The Big Five podcast announcement
Tom Power and Donovan Woods launched The Big Five, a game show podcast out now that pairs a rotating guest with spirited debates over the top five items in a category. It is available on all podcast platforms; listen via the provided link for low stakes, big feelings, and a lot of fun.
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Not a Greatest Hits Vol II
Donovan Woods has a track on Not a Greatest Hits Vol II that will be available exclusively at indie record stores for Record Store Day on Saturday, April 18, 2026. Visit recordstoreday.com to find participating stores and details about availability.
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The Cold in April tour
Donovan Woods announced that The Cold in April tour starts Thursday, and most shows are sold out or nearly sold out while he notes there are plenty of tickets in his hometown of Sarnia. He also mentions appearing with Adam Christie, so check local listings or the artist site for remaining seats.
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Short provocative social post
Donovan Woods posted a very short, provocative line on 2026-04-12 quoting "…ruin all your Christmases." The post contains no additional context or links, so it is best treated as a conversation starter or prompt for follow up.
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Not A Greatest Hits Vol II
Donovan Woods is releasing Not A Greatest Hits Vol II exclusively at independent record stores as part of Record Store Day 2026, with the artist directing fans to recordstoreday.com for official details. The announcement names indie stores and the Record Store Day program but does not include a calendar date or pricing in the post.
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Personal social post about a song
On 2026-04-10 Donovan Woods posted that they heard an old song called Petrolia in a cafe, laughed, and then came home and sang it repeatedly. The first verse felt very true to being 26, and the author said they plan to delete the post.
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Not a Greatest Hits Vol II
Donovan Woods is releasing Not a Greatest Hits Vol II for Record Store Day on April 18, 2026, with the tracklist chosen by fans. Find participating independent record stores and pickup details at recordstoreday.com.
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Short reflective social post
Donovan Woods posted a short reflective line on 2026-04-08: "And sometimes you dont pick up a phone call and they dont call anymore." It is a concise, shareable prompt about small acts that change relationships, suited for journaling or sparking quiet conversations.
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Short social post
On 2026-04-06 Donovan Woods posted a brief reflective line: "Who could love you?" It is a minimal, open ended prompt that works well as a caption, a writing warm up, or a conversation starter, with no further context or links provided.
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Poem post: Going around lately
Donovan Woods posted a brief poem mention titled Going around lately, attributed to Tony Hoagland on April 3, 2026. The item is a short literary highlight with no additional context or links, ideal for readers tracking compact poem shares or author mentions.
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Short announcement: Go on, call your friends and sweethearts, darling.
On 2026-03-30 Donovan Woods posted a brief, warm prompt urging you to call your friends and sweethearts. The message is a short, shareable nudge without event details, intended as a simple reminder to reconnect.
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Friends and Sweethearts tour
Donovan Woods says the Friends and Sweethearts tour of NS and NB is on sale now, and he will be back in Atlantic Canada this spring. The announcement gives no specific dates or venues, so check Donovan Woods official channels for the full schedule and ticket links.
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June East Coast shows announcement
Donovan Woods announced East Coast shows in Nova Scotia and New Brunswick for June, promising to play new songs and older favorites. Pre-sale begins March 24 at 10:00 AM local, with general on-sale March 25 at 10:00 AM local, so fans should be ready for ticket access on those dates.
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light singing together this October
Donovan Woods has invited fans in Europe and the UK to join "light singing together" during October 2026, and tickets will go on sale at 10:00 AM local time wherever you are. The announcement gives the month and ticket sale time but does not include venues or prices, so follow Donovan Woods official channels for exact show dates and ticket links.
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Europe & UK Tour Announcement
Donovan Woods announced an October tour across Europe and the United Kingdom, with a presale starting March 9 at 10:00 AM local time and general tickets going on sale March 13 at 10:00 AM local time. No venues or ticket links were listed in the announcement, so check Donovan Woods official channels for full show listings and purchase details.
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Press feature announcement
Donovan Woods announced that the Globe and Mail featured Squander Your Gifts on 2026-03-07 and asked readers to seek out the article because no direct link was available. The post includes a brief personal encouragement to readers, making this a quick celebratory press update for fans and followers.
