American Joule
Love for the journey™
Americana, Country, Folk, Roots & Spirit Medicine Originals & Covers
American Joule consists of Donna Gentile on vocals and guitar, and occasionally special guests. Donna sings originals and covers with a deep vintage voice and percussive rhythm guitar style. Think upbeat, heart-felt, playful and soulful Americana, country, folk, roots and spirit medicine. People are moved by Gentile’s rich vocals, engaging stories, meaningful lyrics and authenticity.
“Donna’s music has the power to transform the energy and vibe of any event!”
This is Me is an upbeat, take-back-your-power song inspired by Donna’s journey to thriving after abuse. Music helped Donna heal and reclaim personal power, and today, she uses stories of triumph to inspire and empower others on their healing journey. Listen on YouTube and Rumble, like, subscribe, share and purchase CD.
Music is Medicine
Gentile had profound music come through after prayers for medicine including a Cherokee gentle birthing song, a Shawnee song for changing worlds, and an anthem for all who serve. She had the honor of singing these and other tunes at the Annual Daniel Nimham Pow Wow for Veterans (Kent/Carmel, NY), Wolf Den Pow Wow (Pomphret, CT) and Spirit of the Horse (Farmington, CT).
River Song for Kira
River Song for Kira was inspired by a Cherokee tradition where women in the tribe take pregnant mothers to sacred space and ask Creator and the unborn child to bring forth a song for gentle birthing. The mother sings the song to her belly during pregnancy and again at…
Crossing Over
Crossing Over is an honor song that is meant to give our loved ones wings and help them change worlds. The song was inspired by Tecumseh’s (Shawnee) “Life Your Life” teaching, which states:”Prepare a noble death song for the day you go over the Great…
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Book Music
Meaningful Music for Your Guests & Gatherings
Transform your occasion with fun, uplifting and meaningful originals and covers for events, mission-driven causes, retreats, weddings (& wedding renewals), engagement parties, anniversaries, life celebrations, farmers markets, street fairs, house concerts, wine bars, breweries, restaurants, backyard BBQs, art openings, book signings, seminars, birthday parties and more!
Speaking “Stories & Song” Events
Donna is a positive female role model with a passion for empowerment and a powerful story to tell. She brings a spirited message that will energize and inspire audiences, giving them a renewed sense of hope, self-worth and purpose. Stories, songs and antidotes are delivered authentically with love and wit. Donna is known for connecting with audiences, instilling confidence, sharing stories of triumph and cultivating a positive mindset. You can bet that the energy will shift and spirits will lift — opening pathways for new possibilities, personal growth and transformation!
Location & Equipment
Donna is currently serving Durango, Colorado (La Plata County) and surrounding areas. She travels w/ a Bose S1 Pro PA system (120V w/ battery) and delivers high quality music and sound.
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Order Album
Music is Medicine is an uplifting and profound album you’ll want to own and gift to others. CD includes This is Me, I Do, An American Song, River Song for Kira and Crossing Over. Tracks feature Donna Gentile on vocals, acoustic guitar and Native hand drum, and Tom White on acoustic guitar, resonator guitar, bass, viola, violin and percussion.
Samples & Stories
Listen to music samples and hear the stories behind the songs on the Music is Medicine album.
Song snippets from Gentile’s debut Music is Medicine album.
Stories behind the tunes on the Music is Medicine album.
Causes
Donna’s message is one of triumph, healing, empowerment and freedom. She has performed for great causes and events including Thriver Spirit & Song event with speaker Meredith Baxter (CT) to raise awareness for domestic violence, Kelsie’s Cause event (SC) to raise awareness about fentanyl poisoning, Relay for Life events (CT) to support families whose loved ones were taken by cancer, pow wows (NY, CT) honoring ancestors, traditions, veterans and horses, and more.
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Tip the Musician
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Testimonials
“A rare talent with a powerful, rich and unique vintage country voice. You won’t want to leave.”
“A diamond in the rough!”
“Donna Gentile is just as her unique name intimates… Gentle, yet in touch with what is Relevant and happening Today. Through her own personal trials, and view of the world around her, she spins a web of grace musically that is unmistakably ‘Her.’ More than a musician, Donna provides a Window to the World of struggle… and ultimately Triumph. Whether as a motivational speaker or a musical treat, she offers the youth and adults of today her perspective on how to appreciate the Moment—with high expectation and Passion—as ‘Life is not a rehearsal’.”
“I was listening to your songs and every one of them pulled me away—out of where I sit—falling into the song—just like magic… I love your songwriting. It reveals a truth about life, as all good poetry does.”