David Francey is a Scottish-born Canadian carpenter-turned-songwriter who has become known as “one of Canada’s most revered folk poets and singers” (Toronto Star). Born in Ayrshire, Scotland, to factory-worker parents, David moved to Canada at the age of twelve. For decades, he worked across rail yards, construction sites, and in the Yukon bush, quietly writing poetry and setting it to melodies in his head as he worked.
His debut album, Torn Screen Door (1999), became a Canadian classic, and since then, he has released 12 albums and earned numerous accolades, including four JUNO Awards. Most recently, his 2024 release, The Breath Between, won the JUNO Award for Traditional Roots Album of the Year.
David’s work has also garnered the prestigious SOCAN Folk Music Award and Grand Prizes in both the International Acoustic Music Award and the Folk category of the John Lennon Songwriting Award. His songs, celebrated for their poignant storytelling, have been covered by artists such as The Del McCoury Band, The Rankin Family, and Tracy Grammer.
Known for his wry humour, astute observations, and openhearted singing style, David Francey brings an authenticity to his music that resonates deeply with audiences. A true documentarian of the working person, David’s music continues to inspire and connect people worldwide.
