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Donnie Iris (Dominic Ierace)

Last Updated: 09 Apr, 2024 | Views: 970

Age: 81

Profession: Musician

Other Profession(s): Guitarist

Famous For: For His Solo Career Beginning In The 1980s With His Band, The Cruisers.

Higher Education: Rock University

Net Worth: $3 Million Approx.

Donnie Iris Religion, Birthday, Age

Date of Birth

28 Feb, 1943 (81 Years 09 Months 7 Days)

Birth Country

United States

Birth State/Province

Pennsylvania

Birth District

Ellwood City

Birth Sign

Pisces

Nationalities

American

Donnie Iris Early life, Education, Career, Awards, Achievements, Controversy, Unknown Facts

About (Profile/Biography):
Donnie Iris was born on February 28, 1943. He is an American rock musician best known for his work with the Jaggerz and Wild Cherry in the 1970s and his solo career with the Cruisers in the 1980s. In 1970, he wrote a #2 Billboard hit with the Jaggerz, "The Rapper," and joined Wild Cherry after they scored #1 with "Play That Funky Music." Also, in the early 1980s, he became a solo success with songs like "Ah! Leah!" and "Love Is Like a Rock."
Donnie Iris Career:
Donnie Iris Early Life And Early Career (1943–63)
• Donnie Iris was born in New Castle, Pennsylvania, and grew up in Ellwood City. Having grown up in a household where his mother had sung in Curly Venezie's orchestra, Dominic learned how to sing at an early age.
• His mother's favorite singers, Frank Sinatra, and Tony Bennett, influenced him. Ierace began singing at weddings at the age of five and, by eight, was performing on local television and entering talent contests.
Donnie Iris Later Endeavors And New Albums (1994–2009)
• In 1994, original members Albritton McClain and Kevin Valentine reunited with Iris, Avsec, and Hoenes to record their first album of entirely new material in over a decade. One reunion show was performed by the band at Conneaut Lake during recording. In 1997, Poletown was released.
• The band released their first live album in 1998. A collection of tracks played live at Nick's Fat City, a popular Pittsburgh nightclub! Bass guitarist Paul Goll, along with drummer Tommy Rich, made their first appearance on At Nick's Fat City.
Donnie Iris Recent Years (2010–Present)
Donnie Iris was nominated for a Pittsburgh Rock 'N Roll Legends Award (ages over 20 in the industry). It honors those who have made significant contributions to the Pittsburgh rock scene since 2014.
Donnie Iris Awards:
• Pittsburgh Rock 'N Roll Legends Award
Donnie Iris Unknown Facts:
• Donnie Iris has maintained a loyal fan base over the years because of his energetic live performances and catchy rock tunes. He continues to delight fans with his iconic hits, and his music continues to resonate with audiences.
• Donnie Iris collaborated extensively with musician and songwriter Mark Avsec throughout his solo career. Many of Iris' solo hits were co-written by Avsec, who helped shape his sound.