Donna Angelle & the Zydeco Posse’

Born in a southwest Louisiana farming community, Donna's love of music began at a very young age. In grade school she learned to play the clarinet, which led to her playing other instruments. After performing in her high school band, Donna pursued a career in music.Her musical style which lends itself to Blues and R&B has been greatly influenced by many pop and R&B artists. As bandleader, Donna has fronted two bands, 'Chapter IV' and 'The Zydeco Posse.' She has played with the Bobby Price band, Barbara Lynn, Archie Bell and the Drells.Donna has had the opportunity to open for many musical greats including Boozoo Chavis, Denise LaSalle, Charmaine Neville, Irma Thomas, Beau Jocque, Chubby Carrier and a host of others. From promoters to fans, Donna has earned the title, 'Zydeco Diva' because of her sophistication and professionalism.Very soft spoken and a charming personality, Donna is always striving to perfect her craft. She has the ability to play an instrument and sing at the same time. Donna is one of the hardest working musicians on the Zydeco circuit and one of the few females fronting a Zydeco band today. Coming straight out of Cypress Island, Louisiana, and having been voted "Female Vocalist" of the Year (2003), and recently winning the "Wilson 'Boozoo' Chavis Heritage Award (2007) by C.R.E.O.L.E. Inc., this "Zydeco Diva" is hot, hot, hot.Mary Duncan ( Manager, Rub Board, Background Vocal, Percussions)Bert Bourque (Bass Guitar, Background Vocal)Paul Tauriac (Drums)Drake Douglas (Lead Guitar, Background Vocal )found this plain layout at HOT FreeLayouts.com :: MyHotComments