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Thom Donovan

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Thom Donovan is a contributor to American Songwriter and a recording artist. As a published songwriter, he’s written for Kobalt and Nettwerk. He’s performed globally with Brandi Carlile, John Prine, Robert Plant, Social Distortion, and others. His first novel, The Twin Affair, was published on September 28, 2023. He lives in Nashville with his wife and son.

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