Starting out in New York City in the mid-1980’s as a writer/producer for Def Jam urban R&B artists, Strong brings a unique spectrum of experience and musical perspective to current projects in a variety of genres.

As a Minneapolis-based music producer, writer and performer, Don and company provide the experienced, creative input needed to record your best song demos, audio CD album projects and music for media.

Currently collaborating with artists in the singer-songwriter, acoustic pop, Americana, and alternative folk music categories, Don’s recent projects include: The Grind (2020) by Songwriters Circle / Twin Cities, Space Between The Notes (2018) by alternative folk-rock band Zoe Says Go and Things You Cannot Measure (2017) by singer-songwriter Dave Dvorak in addition to production work with many other writer-performers such as Johanna Mathews, Mark Lickteig, Courtney Yasmineh and Jeff Alan Ross.

"Don Strong brought his considerable chops, sincerity, humor and a powerful presence to his work with Songwriting Works’ national team. He is a songwriter deeply committed to community, a producer passionate about helping others be heard, an artist with a creative, generous, unstoppable spirit. It was great to work with him and I hope we’ll have a chance to collaborate again."

— Judith-Kate Friedman, songwriter/producer, founding director Songwriting Works™️ Educational Foundation

“Don has a keen ear for music and compassionate listening. After a quick conversation he zeros in on the issue and offers insight that unlocks my thinking into new heights. Every minute spent with him is a door into something meaningful, whether it’s a song or a thought.”
– Fernanda Rossi, filmmaker/international film lecturer

I was a novice songwriter when I first met Don four years ago. With equal parts patience, expertise and enthusiasm, Don provided me with invaluable feedback and insight to help my songs become their best, as well as confidence to perform my songs in front of live audiences. He has now produced all three of my original albums. In the recording studio, I have seen Don’s technical genius and creativity at work as my songs blossomed into professional quality productions.”

“Don is a consummate music professional—an expert in music theory, an accomplished performer across a diverse range of music genres, and a highly talented music producer. As a seasoned veteran in the music business, he draws upon his wealth of experience to inspire and guide his clients, bringing joy and enthusiasm to the creative process.”
– Dave Dvorak, singer-songwriter