The Donovans


The Donovans is an Australian Aboriginal country band. It comprises the Donovan brothers and Troy Russell. They won a Deadly Award in 2004.
They are members of a large musical family who were profiled in an episode of ABC's Dynasties television series.
They are multi-talented, sharing drums as well as lead and rhythm guitar.

Members

The Donovans have played with the likes of Col Hardy, Jimmy Little, Roger Knox, Vic Simms and Troy Cassar Daley.
Michael, Ashley and Merv have recently completed studio work on Changes, a CD they have released with their niece, Emma Donovan.

Michael Donovan

The Donovan brothers look forward to a line-up of performances prior to the album's release.

Troy Russell

Plays drums and bass. Moved to Dubbo to teach music in 2004. Troy has made an award-winning documentary
Began playing with the Donovans after meeting Michael at Eora College.

Awards

The Donovans won the award for Band of the Year at The Deadly Awards in 2004. They were nominated for two awards in 2003.

Festival attendance

They have played at the Tamworth Country Music Festival, the 2004 Survival Concert at La Perouse and the 2004 Yaban Concert at Redfern, Sydney.