THE DAILY NEWS - DONNIE
Soul music with substance. That’s the creative MO of singer-songwriter Donnie. His critically acclaimed 2002 Motown debut, “The Colored Section,” drew comparisons to consciousness-raising soul pioneers Stevie Wonder and Donny Hathaway. On this set, Donnie reveals there’s more to his artistry than just channeling old-school R&B. Still not one to mince words, he tackles serious subjects that many others would shy away from: child molestation, suicide, Hurricane Katrina, the challenges of living in the 21st century. In Donnie’s hands, these issues take on an urgency underscored by a vibrant, gospel-infused mix of soul, funk, rock, hip-hop and blues. Billboard
