Bio
For more than 15 years, Dawn Kenney has built her career on one simple idea: write songs that tell the truth and stand the test of time.
Rooted in Country, Americana, and Bluegrass traditions, her work blends timeless storytelling with a contemporary edge — honoring where the music comes from while speaking to where it’s going.
A multiple Top 10 songwriter with a #1 song to her credit, Dawn is known for her ability to capture real life in a way that feels both personal and universal. Her songs don’t chase moments — they last.
After serving as a Staff Songwriter with Heart Roots Music from 2010–2025, she is now a Staff Songwriter with Tall Oaks Music in Lebanon, Tennessee, where she continues to write, collaborate, and create at a high level.
Beyond writing, she is a sought-after mentor and workshop leader, known for helping songwriters develop authentic voices and navigate the publishing world with clarity and confidence.
Whether she’s in a co-write, a writers room, on stage, or teaching the craft, Dawn brings the same approach: stay honest, serve the song, and never lose sight of the listener.
Because great songs don’t just fill space — they shape lives.