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Donnis Trio

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About Me

"Donnis has crafted a stellar collection of songs that are more than good enough to put him on the map nationally. He's a hit-writing machine in the making ---- a fully developed musical voice, the ability to turn out radio-friendly pop songs, a voice you can't forget." - Jim Trageser, North County Times

"The music and performance is impeccable in character and style. It immediately stirs a sense of nostalgia and draws listeners in as if it was something we'd heard many times before." - Astra Kelly, KPRI 102.1 FM
"The Donnis Trio is a San Diego band with the songs and the talent to go national....what they do is unique. They create music that deals with human emotion, feeling, and complexity, and they make it easy to listen to." - Jerry Webber, Coast Dispatch
"Nate has a voice that will put hair on your chest just from listening." - Ryan Mulvany, Surfshot Magazine

"The trio has created a mix that appeals to listeners from 16 to 60 - as evidenced by the roaring approval its audiences heap on the group at local pubs and coffee shops." - John Raifsnider, The Scout

"The Donnis Trio sounds so very much like DMB that we should be hating it. But we don't hate it. We kind of love it." - Nina Garin, San Diego Union Tribune

The Donnis Trio

It should come as no surprise that The Donnis Trio got their start near the slow paced beaches and laid back surf communities of San Diego. Check in with the trio at a local coffee shop or nightclub and you will be treated to a mix of upbeat and soothing acoustic tunes that are both tastefully organic and endlessly soulful. The lilting guitar and robust vocals of singer/songwriter Nate Donnis combine seamlessly with the graceful slip-sliding of Denis Sluka on electric upright bass and the syncopated rhythms of percussionist Phil Woodring. The resulting sound is refreshingly unique yet comfortably familiar, and connects with a widely diverse audience of all ages and backgrounds.

The band's debut album All Directions (Shady Tree Records) is a powerful showcase of masterful songwriting and musical synchronicity. Rooted in folk and acoustic rock, the album’s fourteen original songs resonate with sleek acoustic arrangements, honest lyrics, and rich vocals. “Nate has a rare voice that stops people in their tracks to come in for a closer listen.,” notes Cathryn Beeks of ListenLocalSD.com.

Since forming in the fall of 2005, The Donnis Trio has been progressing naturally and quickly. Their song “No Other Place” was given honorable mention in the International Acoustic Music Awards in 2005 and they were recently awarded first place in the San Diego Songwriter's Guild contest by a panel of music industry professionals including: Brian Rawlings (VP Disney Music), Christopher Brooks (LA Film Score Producer), and local radio DJ's from San Diego. Astra Kelly of KPRI has called The Donnis Trio “One of the top acts to look for in 2007”. Indeed with 2007 in front of them and a strong debut album in their back pocket, the band has high spirits for the future.

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Member Since: 10/25/2006
Band Website: donnistrio.com
Band Members: Nate Donnis: Guitar/Vocals
Denis Sluka: Bass
Phil Woodring: Drums
Influences: Everything
Record Label: Shady Tree Records
Type of Label: Indie

My Blog

Road Trip Nation

Check out episodes 8 and 9 at www.roadtripnation.comGoing Home, Bound to find my way, Pills and Coffee, Nothing Better than your love are all peeking their heads out in the scenes.N...
Posted by Donnis Trio on Sat, 08 Sep 2007 03:59:00 PST

San Diego Music Awards

The Donnis Trio's album All Directions has been nominated for an SDMA in the Best Local Recording category.  The winner is is choosen by members of the San Diego Music Academy, and the winner wil...
Posted by Donnis Trio on Thu, 09 Aug 2007 10:32:00 PST

Roadtrip nation

The Donnis Trio's song Going Home will be featured in an upcoming segment of the online documentary Roadtrip Nation.  The show documents the journey of three Canadian college students as they dr...
Posted by Donnis Trio on Sat, 16 Jun 2007 02:50:00 PST

Belly Up Show

    The Donnis Trio will be playing at the Belly Up Tavern in Solana Beach, CA on Wednesday, May 23rd.  The event is being hosted by the San Diego Songwriter's Guild and will also...
Posted by Donnis Trio on Fri, 18 May 2007 02:31:00 PST

Street Team

The band is excited to annouce the launch of their 'Street Team' program.  Check it out here to learn how you can help promote the band in exchange for free admission to shows and other cool stuf...
Posted by Donnis Trio on Tue, 08 May 2007 05:01:00 PST

Northern CA Shows

The Donnis Trio will be playing a couple shows in Northern California this month.  On Friday, May 11th you can check them out at Mama Buzz Cafe in Oakland with special guest Nancy Fair.  The...
Posted by Donnis Trio on Tue, 08 May 2007 05:02:00 PST

Hurts So Good

     The Donnis Trio will be playing at Good Hurt in LA on Sunday, April 29th.  Other bands on the bill include: Loverlee, Midnite Theory, The Changos, and Bluesky Research.&n...
Posted by Donnis Trio on Mon, 09 Apr 2007 01:26:00 PST

Best of Listen Local @ Tio Leo's

    Listen Local SD is having a 'Best of" show at Tio Leo's on Friday, April 6th.  The Donnis Trio will be playing along with several of San Diego's best bands including:  Mo...
Posted by Donnis Trio on Sat, 31 Mar 2007 01:21:00 PST

All Ages Show @ Twiggs

The Donnis Trio will be playing an all ages show at Twiggs in San Diego on Friday, March 30th.  The Trio will perform at 9:30pm, but you are encouraged to come early to catch the other talented a...
Posted by Donnis Trio on Sat, 10 Mar 2007 10:35:00 PST

All Directions on iTunes

All Directions is now available for download on the iTunes Music Store.  Individual tracks are only $0.99 each, or you can grab the entire album for only $9.99.  The album will soon be avail...
Posted by Donnis Trio on Sat, 10 Mar 2007 10:33:00 PST