Donovan Donovan (born Donovan Phillips Leitch, May 10, 1946, in Glasgow, Scotland) is a Scottish singer-songwriter whose ethereal folk-pop defined the 1960s psychedelic and flower-power era. Emerging from the British folk scene in 1965, he gained fame with hits like “Catch the Wind,” “Colours,” “Sunshine Superman” (No. 1 U.S., 1966), “Mellow Yellow,” “Hurdy Gurdy Man,” and “Atlantis.” His mystical lyrics, acoustic style, and sitar influences (often with producer Mickie Most) made him a key figure in the counterculture, influencing The Beatles and others. Albums like Sunshine Superman and The Hurdy Gurdy Man blended folk, psychedelia, and Eastern sounds. After a 1970s–1980s lull, he enjoyed revivals with reissues and tours. As of 2026, approaching his 80th birthday, Donovan remains active, celebrating his 60th anniversary (1965–2025) with re-released vinyl classics and ongoing performances. He headlines festivals (e.g., Purbeck Guitar Festival) and continues songwriting with the same spirit. Inducted into halls of fame, his visionary melodies and poetic folk-pop endure as symbols of 1960s idealism and musical innovation