Biography
Donii Major, born Donald Leigh in Freetown, Sierra Leone, is a musician whose journey has been shaped by the vibrant musical culture of his hometown. He began playing keyboard in church in 2006, joined his first band Touch Lives in 2011 (bass, ~3 years), and during the 2015 Ebola pandemic co-founded the band Graceville United as music director and vocalist. In 2018 he released his debut single, "Freetown City," a tribute to his hometown, strengthening his identity as a recording artist. He has since performed on multiple stages across Sierra Leone and internationally, including Morocco.
Upcoming performances
Events where Donii Major is on the lineup
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Sound & Vibe
Genres
Afro-fusion
R&B
Soul
Folk
Acoustic
Pop
Vibes
Intimate
Spiritual
Danceable
Experimental
Raw
Joyful
Romantic
Reflective
Traditional
Acoustic
Relaxed
Booking Strengths
Strong local audience draw
Proven
Freetown crowd performance
Intimate/small-room strength
Festival/outdoor adaptability
Afro-fusion audience crossover
Acoustic/stripped-back versatility
Strong stage/visual performance value
Contemporary
Sierra
Leonean voice
Multilingual audience accessibility
Storytelling/cultural depth impact
Authenticity with modern edge