Mo Kenney

Mo Kenney
Mo Kenney performing at East Coast Music Week in 2013.
Background information
Birth nameMorgan Kenney
Born (1990-06-05) June 5, 1990
Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
Occupation(s)songwriter, performer, recording artist
Instrument(s)Vocals, Guitar, Piano, Bass, Drums
Years active2010-present
LabelsNew Scotland Records, Pheromone Recordings
Website

Mo Kenney (born 1990) is a Canadian singer/songwriter based in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia. Catching the ear of noted Canadian rocker Joel Plaskett while still in school, Kenney released their first album in 2012, which Plaskett produced. Kenney is known for their lyrical prowess and engaging stage presence. Called "Nova Scotia's rising star" by The Scene magazine, they have toured with Plaskett as well as with Ron Sexsmith. In 2013, their song "Sucker" won the prestigious SOCAN Songwriting Prize.