Donna Simpson (musician)

Donna Simpson
Simpson performing with The Waifs on 18 May 2007 in Brisbane, Queensland
Simpson performing with The Waifs on 18 May 2007 in Brisbane, Queensland
Background information
Born1970 (age 55–56)
Albany, Western Australia, Australia
GenresFolk rock
OccupationsSinger-songwriter, guitarist
InstrumentsVocals, guitar, tambourine
LabelJarrah Records
Spouse
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(m. 2003; div. 2009)​

Donna Simpson (born 1970) is an Australian guitarist, vocalist and songwriter. She is a member of the Australian folk rock band The Waifs, alongside her younger sister Vikki Thorn (née Simpson), who plays harmonica and sings in the band. Simpson has released six albums with The Waifs, and wrote the single "London Still", one of the band's most successful releases.

Personal life

In 2003, Simpson married Ben Weaver, an American singer-songwriter. Together they had one son, born in 2005.[1] The couple divorced in 2009.[2]

In 2012, Simpson moved back to Western Australia. She had two further sons, born in 2012 and 2013, and lives in Fremantle.[3]

Discography

For releases with her band, see The Waifs.

Guest appearances and collaborations

Awards and nominations

Australian Women in Music Awards

The Australian Women in Music Awards is an annual event that celebrates women in the Australian music industry who have made significant and lasting contributions in their chosen field. The awards commenced in 2018.

Year Nominee / work Award Result
2025[4][5] Donna Simpson (with Vikki Thorn) Songwriter Award Nominated
Inspiration Award Won

References

  1. ↑ Shedden, Iain (20 August 2007). "Sounds like Nashville". The Australian. Retrieved 14 April 2016.
  2. ↑ Shedden, Iain (19 February 2011). "The Waifs: Key to Success". The Australian. Retrieved 14 April 2016.
  3. ↑ Gibson, Lucy (19 March 2014). "Waif finds love with stray fan". West Australian. Retrieved 14 April 2016.
  4. ↑ Varvaris, Mary (29 July 2025). "2025 Australian Women in Music Awards Finalists Revealed". The Music. Retrieved 1 August 2025.
  5. ↑ Marshman, Janine (10 October 2025). "Ruby Hunter, Shellie Morris and Missy Higgins among recipients at Australian Women in Music Awards". Australian Broadcasting Corporation. Retrieved 12 October 2025.
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