Donna Simpson

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. The couple divorced in 2009.

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

Discography For releases with her band, see The Waifs.

Guest appearances and collaborations John Dee Holeman & the Waifs Band (John Dee Holeman & The Waifs Band) (2007)

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.

Songwriter Award Inspiration Award