Don Cherel is a storyteller. Sometimes his stories are told with pen and paper, sometimes with camera and lens, but for most of his life he has told stories with a guitar and microphone.  As an award winning commercial director, feature film cameraman, audio engineer, music producer and songwriter, Don’s stories have been seen, heard and consumed by millions of Americans for more than a decade. 

For his debut album Hand Made Content (release date 08/23/19), Don collaborated with world renowned Grammy Award winning record producer, engineer and inventor George Massenburg, in an effort to bring his personal stories to life through music.  The result is an 11 song collection of personal stories accompanied an impressive group of musicians, assembled by Massenburg and world renowned guitarist Pat Bergeson. 

He released the single “Miracles Happen” on 04/12/19, a compelling story of pain, fear and the miraculous birth of his twin daughters. 

 “The emotional roller coaster and Cherel’s gratitude led him back to his guitar, and in March, the song “Miracles Happen” came to life… he hopes that his song is a testament to the power of music and writing — not only as an outlet to get through a difficult time, but as a way to channel emotions and celebrate all that is good.” – Rockmommy blog