Ward Davis

Ward Davis, originally from Monticello, Arkansas, established himself as a prominent figure in country music after moving to Nashville, Tennessee, in 2000. Over two decades, he built a career as a singer and songwriter, known for his ability to craft songs that resonate with a wide audience. His songwriting talents have been recognized through recordings by numerous notable artists, showcasing his versatility and impact on the genre. Davis’s work has been featured on albums by iconic figures in country music, demonstrating the breadth of his influence within the industry.

A significant milestone in Davis’s career came with his collaboration with Cody Jinks. In 2016, they co-wrote the song “I’m Not The Devil,” which became a major success, reaching No. 4 on the Billboard US Country Charts. This partnership extended beyond songwriting, as Davis subsequently toured nationwide with Jinks, further elevating his profile as a performer. His debut album, “15 Years in a 10 Year Town,” released in 2015, notably included collaborations with Willie Nelson and Jamey Johnson, cementing his standing as a respected artist. Another key achievement was co-writing “Unfair Weather Friend” with Marla Cannon-Goodman, a song recorded by Willie Nelson and Merle Haggard for their final collaborative album, “Django and Jimmie.” The song held particular significance, as it was played at Merle Haggard’s funeral in 2016.

Davis’s career journey included a period of dissatisfaction with the traditional Nashville music scene. After the success of “Unfair Weather Friend,” and feeling that Nashville had changed, he decided to pursue an independent path, focusing on writing and performing his own material outside of Music Row. This decision led to further collaborations and touring opportunities, including performances at venues like Red Rocks Amphitheatre with artists such as Clint Black, and an appearance on the television show “Conan.” His discography includes albums such as “Nobody’s Waiting” (1998), “15 Years in a 10 Year Town” (2015), “Black Cats And Crows” (2020), and “Live From An Undisclosed Location in Hays, Kansas” (2022), alongside various singles and an EP, “Asunder” (2018).