Mike Donello

The New Essentials bring a mix of effortlessly energetic, soulful sounds from Austin Texas.

Founded in 2018 by Mike Donello and a collective of versatile musicians and singers, Every member of The New Essentials are multi-instrumentalists that add a fun energy to any type of event and venue. The current quartet features singers and songwriters Mike Donello, Chris Hawkes, Matt Creaton, and saxophonist/ bassist, Houston Rawls.

Sounds of reggae and ukulele, blues guitar and pop harmonies, cajon, congas and djembe —all passed around— create a unique, texture-filled experience.