Donnell Dantzler
Oakland, California, United States
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Oakland, CA (BlackNews.com) - Marquis Recordings R&B singer and songwriter, Donnell Dantzler announces the release of two new tracks, "Life Is Good" and "What's It Gonna Be", from his upcoming EP CD, "Life Is Good". After an extended break from studio recording, Donnell Dantzler brings forth a set of songs that breathe life to new beginnings in love and life itself.
"It feels so good to be back to making music and having the opportunity to perform 'live' consistently. I tend to forget music's therapeutic effect on me and others, until I complete my songs and share them," Donnell stated at a recent scholarship benefit show in Vallejo, CA.
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- Marquis Recordings
Discography
Life Is Good - CD Single
Show Me Love - EP
If You Don't Mind/I Can't Tell Ya' - CD Single
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Bio
Donnell Dantzler is a multi-talented singer, songwriter and musician who produces a smooth blend of R&B and Soul music with an infusion of contemporary jazz and hip-hop, displaying that he is truly a new artist on the rise.
A native of Kansas City, Donnell has opened for several chart topping artists including, Chico DeBarge, Howard Hewett, Deniece Williams and the Legenday Temptations among others. He has also composed and performed "live" nationally for notable music events and clients including the UNCF Evening of Stars, AT&T corporation and the National Cancer foundation among many others.
Donnell also did an NBC TV spotlight of his success single, "I Wanna Thank You, Momma" as a special Mother's Day tribute.
Dantzler has displayed exceptional musical talents and songwriting skill that captures the essence love, life and lessons since early in life. His love for music drew him to several instruments where he became proficient at playing by ear and reading.
Donnell's musical influences include recording artists Roger Troutman, Prince, Brian McKnight, Babyface and Stevie Wonder to mold into his own brand of R&B/Soul music.
Though influenced by these artists, Donnell has developed a unique style all his own, blending smooth R&B and soul grooves about love and life.
Dantzler recently released his latest project, Life Is Good", available on CD Baby and iTunes music.
The CD single consists of 2 new tracks from the upcoming "Life Is Good". His previous release, "Show Me Love" was released in 2003 introducing many to his surprising blend of smooth vocals and enticing grooves about love and life.
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