Edd Donovan and The Wandering Moles

EDD DONOVAN is a highly distinctive contemporary folk, singer‐songwriter. He has a rare, original talent.

Originally from the North of England, he has made his home in Cheltenham. His songs reflect his interest in modern folk
music and the work of such performers as Nathaniel Rateliff, Ane Brun, Fleet Foxes and Bowerbirds. His sound is unique. Heartfelt. Wise. He has a collective of formidable musicians around him called The Wandering Moles.
Their début album, Something To Take The Edge Off, was released in April 2014 on Paper Label Records and was immediately ranked under Great Debut Albums in iTunes Singer-Songwriter section. It is a remarkable piece of originality; a collection of thought provoking, (sometimes) challenging, yet beautiful songs that shine a light on modern life.

“A wonderful example of what modern folk music can be…gloriously different” Folk All.

The album has received extensive radio play and was Folk Radio UK’s album of the month, “Edd’s unique song craft proves to be witty, thoughtful...and blessed with a melodic touch” Folk Radio UK. Comparisons to Simon and Garfunkel, Joan Baez, Bob Dylan, Buddy Holly (even Oasis) have been made in the press.

The Guardian’s article on the “singing social worker” has gained Edd’s songwriting international attention. As a qualified Mental Health Social Worker, a number of his songs are influenced by this work. The title track from his first EP, House On Fire, was inspired by Andrea Ashworth’s award winning memoir ‘Once In A House On Fire’. She described the song as “Beautiful…the more people who can hear his voice and songs, the better”,

After a UK album release tour in April, the band are playing a number of summer festivals dates in the UK. Live performances from this group brings incredible textures, energy and groove to Edd's wonderful songs.

“Formidable…This band blew me away” UK Festival Guides (Wychwood Festival 2014)