David Eugene Edwards (born 1968, Englewood, Colorado) is an American singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist, best known as the founder and frontman of 16 Horsepower - the Denver band that pioneered gothic country in the 1990s by fusing bluegrass, gospel and Appalachian instrumentation with rock. After 16 Horsepower disbanded in 2005, he continued under the name Wovenhand, and has since 2023 also released music as a solo artist. His lyrics draw deeply on his Christian faith, circling themes of sin, redemption and grace.
Edwards released his second solo album Mercurial Silence on May 22, 2026 via Sargent House, following up his 2023 debut Hyacinth.
Edwards announced a European solo tour for November 2026 covering Germany, Austria, Switzerland, France, the Netherlands, Belgium, Denmark, Sweden and Norway.
16 Horsepower announced a 2026 European reunion tour - the first time the original three members have played together in over 20 years.
Most dates on the 16 Horsepower 2026 European reunion tour sold out, including Stockholm and Halden.
Edwards announced Mercurial Silence in April 2026, with the single 'Sun Of Manes' shared ahead of release.
concert20:00Legendary frontman of 16 Horsepower and Wovenhand David Eugene Edwards presents his second solo album Mercurial Silence at Mejeriet in Lund.
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David Eugene Edwards performs at Pustervik in Göteborg.
concert21:00American musician David Eugene Edwards performs at Nalen in Stockholm.