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How old was Donnie Iris when he began playing music?
Donnie Iris began singing at weddings at age five and when his voice changed around age 12, he gave up singing and took up the drums.
What type of music did Donnie Iris sing in the beginning?
Donnie Iris practiced earlier on by singing along with his mother's favorite singers, Frank Sinatra and Tony Bennett.
While playing, did Donnie Iris ever get to meet any of the artists who inspired him?
Did Donnie Iris get to travel and perform a lot?
Yes, Donnie Iris's band toured nationally.
Did playing the parties lead to success for Donnie Iris' band?
Donnie Iris and his band played R&B and pop rock covers at parties for 3 years. The group became popular playing R&B covers throughout western Pennsylvania and northeastern Ohio.
Did any of the original members of Donnie Iris' band leave the band?
However, the first group only performed a few times before they disbanded and Donnie Iris went to college.
After disbanding, did Donnie Iris find a new band?
While attending Slippery Rock State College, Donnie Iris formed a band called the Tri-Vels with guitarist Jim Evans and drummer Dave Amodie.

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