Donovan Taylor is a NYC based music artist founded on the principles of truth and beauty. Donovan has developed a unique music style best categorized as “art rock” which draws a considerable amount of influence from both the improvised and classical idioms. He writes for and leads his own band as the drummer and lead singer. He composes and writes all his songs/pieces from the piano. He releases all his music under his name. So far he has released one album, 1 EP and 10 singles. Donovan has worked with Brooklyn, NY record label Leesta Vall Records, and performed at iconic venues such as Pete’s Candy Store, Rockwood Music Hall and Bowery Electric.

Donovan is passionate about combining his music with humanitarian efforts. The largest of these projects to date is The Beatitude Project. This project is an interdisciplinary art performance telling the stories of Donovan and other New Yorker’s experience with mental illness. The project is partnered with Gantry Group and raises funds for first generation immigrant college students to afford life changing therapy. The project has been a major success so far with performances at Ki Smith Gallery and Fort Washington Collegiate Church and many more performances to come. The project has already raised hundreds of dollars and touched many lives.

Donovan is rising talent in film music and has worked on several film/media/commercial projects. Composing themes and backgrounds for various podcasts and promotional videos. Donovan’s original songs Glow and Nostalgia were selected to Glow Music, a prominent music synch library.

Donovan is dedicated to music education. He works diligently as a music instructor for various organizations in NYC with a special focus on inspiring and nurturing at risk children and teens.

Donovan works on all his projects from his home studio which he calls, New Hudson Camaraderie, The studio acts as a haven for like minded artists dedicated to beauty and truth and supporting humanitarian efforts.

Donovan received his Masters in Music from New York University where he mentored closely with legendary composer, Paul Chihara, as well as legendary drummer, Billy Drummond. He also drummed in a student ensemble led by renowned saxophonist Dave Liebman. Donovan received his Bachelors in Percussion Performance from Brigham Young University - with said university, he toured and performed all over the world including the Philippines, Australia, Cuba, the Dominican Republic and Puerto Rico.