Neil Donell
- Born
- 1962
Biography
Neil Donell (born May 23, 1956) is a Canadian singer originally from Montreal, Quebec. He has worked extensively as a session musician and has been nominated for multiple Juno Awards. From 2018 to 2026, he has been the lead tenor vocalist for the classic rock band Chicago, succeeding Peter Cetera, Jason Scheff, and Jeff Coffey. Possessing a four-octave vocal range, Donell has logged more than 10,000 sessions throughout his career, making him one of the most recorded voices in Canadian music history. His credits also include a few small acting roles and performing "Shining Time" with Maren Ord for the 2000 film Thomas and the Magic Railroad. He was also the lead performer and background vocalist for songs in Super Why!, including the theme song and others. A resident of Toronto since the mid-1980s, he has two children.
Highlights
- Lead singer of Chicago from 2018 to 2026.
- Possesses a four-octave vocal range.
- Logged over 10,000 sessions in his career.
- Nominated for multiple Juno Awards.
- Performed "Shining Time" for the film Thomas and the Magic Railroad.
FAQ
How old is Neil Donell / when was he born?
Neil Donell was born in 1962.
Where is Neil Donell from?
Neil Donell is from Montreal, Quebec, Canada.
What genre of music does Neil Donell perform?
Neil Donell is primarily associated with classic rock.
What are Neil Donell's biggest hits or albums?
Information about Neil Donell's hits or albums is not available.
Since when has Neil Donell been active?
Neil Donell has been active since 2018 as the lead singer of the band Chicago.
Has he won any awards?
Neil Donell has been nominated multiple times for Juno Awards.
