Donovan Taylor is an indie rock singer/songwriter/composer/music artist based out of New York City. Donovan is also a multi-instrumentalist who specializes in drums, percussion, voice and piano.

Blending various music styles, Donovan pushes boundaries with a special emphasis on harmony, rhythm and color.

Donovan is establishing himself as a mainstay artist in the New York City indie scene, having performed with his band at iconic clubs such as Rockwood Music Hall, Pete’s Candy Store, Bowery Electric as well as frequent gigs at small venues like Buunni Coffee and The Bean.

Donovan has also collaborated with niche Brooklyn-based record label, Leesta Vall Records, on their direct-to-vinyl sessions.

Donovan released his EP, “Pigeons”, and several singles via streaming, CDs and Vinyl. His current project is his debut album, “Beatitude”, which was released on September 6, 2024. This album is part of a bigger project titled “The Beatitude Project”, culminating in an interdisciplinary art event focused on mental wellness. Donovan has partnered with local NYC non-profit, Gantry Group, to use this project as a way to raise awareness and financial support for first-generation college students to receive quality mental health support.

Donovan received his Masters in Music from New York University and his Bachelors Degree in Music Performance from Brigham Young University. Among his mentors are: Paul Chihara (Hollywood Composer), David Liebman (Saxophonist and Composer) and Billy Drummond (Drummer and Percussionist). Through his studies, Donovan has toured and performed in Australia, the Philippines, Cuba, the Dominican Republic and Puerto Rico.

Donovan is married to an incredible wife and is a proud father of a daughter, and a soon-to-be son who will join their family later this year.