Jonny Diina is a consummate vocalist, prolific songwriter and gifted musician. He believes that everything in music should be dynamically rooted from the lyrics of a song. An old soul for these uncertain times, Jonny Diina is an antidote for the sugarcoated pabulum that seems to fill the airwaves. His music transcends, engages and delights.
Jonny’s influences are as vast as his rich musical background. They include greats like Ella Fitzgerald and Frank Sinatra, Chris Cornell, Andrea Bocelli, Radiohead and Jeff Buckley. A native of Buffalo, NY, there was never a time when music was not part of Jonny's life. His mother is a classical pianist; his father a professional jazz musician; and his grandfather played bass in the U.S. Army Band with Sammy Davis Jr. Jonny began voice lessons at the age of 11. Soon after, he joined his father at local venues performing timeless jazz classics.
In 2003, with little more than a guitar and his ambition Jonny made his way to San Francisco where his distinct vocals quickly earned him recognition and regular acoustic performances. Jonny Diina will kick off 2008 with a new EP, Prelude, featuring the crowd favorite “Will I Fail You.” Reminiscent of Jonny’s live performance, Prelude captures his break loose vocals and bittersweet lyrics in songs that are drenched with raw emotion.
Hello Jonny: Thx for the request - I was about to ask you anyway :) checked ur site already some time ago. I like ur music, voice, guitar playing (I love the clear n smooth played beginning of 'Love and Truth') - AND ---> lyrics! I really appreciate finding the words w/ the songs! "... does it take forever to grow to become what I already know ..." (the question is: are we right believing we 'know'?) Whatever ... have a relaxing Sunday, claudia
Hi Jonny, thanks for asking, yes, I'm delighted to be your friend - good sound, good vibe and great influences. It's a pleasure to drop in on you. Alison x
Thanks so much for the request! You are welcome... your music it's WELCOME.... i'm already in love with 'Dog on a lead' and 'Better than i know'!!!! And if you know a little bit of italian, remember: "Abbiamo posato un fiore sulla spazzatura..." Kisses
Hey Jonny, thank you so much for the request. I really think your music is so great. You will definately have an amazing career. I'm a new fan! PEACE,LOVE&ROCK'NROLL MatildaLore
Hello Jonny! Doumo Arigatou(thank you very much) for your request. I like your page, the color & photo of the backgrond is like inbetween this real world & dram world and your music makes anyone happy, I think. My fav. is "Drop the Rock". I like other ballard type nice songs, but the "Drop.." has great tune, rythm and sound. I think this song stays in my ears easily. Anyway, nice to meet you here! Please take care and keep in touch. Matane(see you)!
Jonny! Finally got some time to listen to your music. Love your style and sound! Shine ON! I especially liked, "The Moon Will Kiss, and At Least I Know!" Hopefully those were the exact titles. I am a tad tired!! Blessings!
Anytime I am ever chilling with anyone I have to play them my 2 fav's I totally feel you!!!!!! Make sure I am there before you stop in.......would love to see you again! I still want you to sing to me in person!!!!!!!
u check out foo fighters in your honor CD2? im not jokin its amazing and u really have a sound like that. foo fighter is a decent rock band but the talent is in the acoustics
