Donna The Buffalo
Three decades of groove-driven Americana with fiddle and accordion out front, and a following that books its holidays around them.
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About Donna The Buffalo
Donna the Buffalo formed in Trumansburg, New York, in 1989, with Tara Nevins and Jeb Puryear as its two songwriters and lead voices. Nevins plays fiddle, accordion and guitar, and the band's sound mixes old-time fiddle tunes and Cajun and zydeco rhythms with reggae-tinged grooves and long, danceable jams.
Its devoted fans call themselves the Herd and follow the band from town to town. Donna the Buffalo has also worked as a backing band for Jim Lauderdale, including on a shared album of his songs.
AmericanaRoots-rock
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What festivals is Donna The Buffalo playing in 2027?
Donna The Buffalo is booked at 1 festival we cover: MerleFest 2027.
Is Donna The Buffalo playing MerleFest 2027?
Yes, Donna The Buffalo is on the MerleFest 2027 lineup, April 29 – May 2, 2027 at Wilkes Community College, Wilkesboro, NC. They play Thursday, April 29.
Where is Donna The Buffalo from?
Donna The Buffalo is from Trumansburg, NY.
What kind of music does Donna The Buffalo play?
Donna The Buffalo plays americana and roots-rock.
What festivals has Donna The Buffalo played before?
Donna The Buffalo has played Shakori Hills 2026.