tag:pattersonbarrett.com,2005:/blogs/news?p=2News2023-04-24T11:49:26-05:00Patterson Barrettfalsetag:pattersonbarrett.com,2005:Post/71959452023-04-24T11:49:26-05:002024-02-12T11:21:46-06:00Time for new music!<p>Well, it's been awhile—5 years—since I've released a full-length record (there was a single in 2020), so I guess it's time. There'll be a new single on May 19th, and the full album on June 16th. <strong>It's called I Just Can't Call It Quits</strong>, so you can draw your own conclusions. We'll also be revamping the website a bit and adding a store where you can buy music and some other stuff as well, so stay tuned!</p>Patterson Barretttag:pattersonbarrett.com,2005:Post/70858822022-10-21T07:56:13-05:002024-02-12T11:21:46-06:00I'm A Lucky Man<p>Sure, it may go without saying, but the statement contains a greater degree of truth every day.<br>More and more often, I'm getting to play music of a certain quality (good, that is) with good friends in good places. How cool is that?<br>And if you're interested enough in what's going on with me, Patterson Barrett, to be reading this, I'll tell you I'm one kidney lighter than I was on May 16th, 2022. Some people who know a lot more than I do about such things decided it (the kidney) might not be up to snuff, and sure enough, after they took it out and cut it up and had a closer look, they said it had, you know, some cancer in it. So good riddance.<br>No worries, I was onstage at the Kerrville Folk Festival 3 and a half weeks later, and back to all my normal activities soon after.<br>So, Lucky Man that I am, I continue to engage in all the stuff that makes me happy, not the least of which is making music with my friends. Check out the <a contents="calendar page" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://pattersonbarrett.com/calendar">calendar page</a> to see where and when and with whom I'm doing that, and as always, thanks for listening!</p>Patterson Barretttag:pattersonbarrett.com,2005:Post/62582352020-03-22T12:19:32-05:002020-11-21T09:22:39-06:00A New Reality<p><br><input alt="Donate with PayPal button" border="0" name="submit" src="https://www.paypalobjects.com/en_US/i/btn/btn_donateCC_LG.gif" title="PayPal - The safer, easier way to pay online!" type="image"> <br><img src="https://www.paypal.com/en_US/i/scr/pixel.gif" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" alt="" height="1" width="1" /> </p>
<p>Yeah, it's hard to write about a world that changes by the hour, but one thing we know for sure, live performances are not going to look the same for some time. </p>
<p>As of now, no gatherings of people in close proximity are allowed pretty much anywhere. And so we see folks taking to the internet; to listen to recorded music, (which by the way, is often superior to many live performances) and live streams of music performed from artist living rooms, artists of every sort imaginable. Perhaps you'll be able to see me in the near future, after I get settled in. </p>
<p>In the meantime, you can listen to (and even perhaps, buy) my recorded songs, either on this site, or your favorite streaming service. And then pretend I've just laid out my heart and soul to you, there in your favorite local venue, and now the <a contents="tip jar" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=7JML3DRKEPUYQ&source=url">tip jar</a> is being passed around, and I'm thanking you for helping to support the music. Thanks so, so much.</p>Patterson Barretttag:pattersonbarrett.com,2005:Post/62079682020-02-07T14:10:14-06:002020-02-07T14:16:57-06:00Do I Smell Spring?<p>Well, maybe. Spring comes early in Austin Texas, and I'll be spending much of February and March among the budding Redbud trees, the blooming Peach and Plum, the beautiful Bluebonnets. And of course Spring break, and with it, SXSW, St. Paddy's Day...you know the drill. If not, let me just say it's a great time to visit Austin, just don't expect to drive anywhere quickly. And look me up when you're there!</p>
<p>I'll be playing shows with <a contents="The Lost Austin Band" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.facebook.com/lostaustinband/">The Lost Austin Band</a>, <a contents="Stephanie Urbina Jones" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://stephanieurbinajones.com/">Stephanie Urbina Jones</a>, <a contents="The Texicana Mamas" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.facebook.com/Texicana-Mamas-333920444141962/">The Texicana Mamas</a>, and who knows who else. I kinda get around. Thanks for listening!</p>Patterson Barretttag:pattersonbarrett.com,2005:Post/60507462019-11-20T18:00:00-06:002019-11-21T07:36:42-06:00Happy Holidays!?
<p>Well, judging from my most previous news post, it's been a long dang time since I've had news. Not true! i've been so busy that I haven't been making the time to keep this page up to date. I'm gping to make an early resolution to do more.</p>
<p>I've led <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xJ3n8YZBzbA" data-imported="1">Stephanie Urbina Jones' Honky Tonk Mariachis in our 2nd and 3rd appearances on The Grand Ole Opry</a>, produced a record for <a href="https://libbykoch.com/home" data-imported="1">Libby Koch</a>, I've been to Europe for another month long tour, I've hosted a <a href="https://www.facebook.com/ron.baker/media_set?set=a.10156710775748589&type=3" data-imported="1">13th Annual Gram Parsons Birthday Hoot show</a> in Austin... a bunch of stuff.</p>
<p>Coming up: Some more shows as the singing bass player in my son's duo Well Worn Soles, and a whole slew of holiday shows with Stephanie Urbina Jones. See you next year!</p>
Patterson Barretttag:pattersonbarrett.com,2005:Post/60507452019-02-26T18:00:00-06:002019-02-27T13:37:07-06:00Spring in Austin
<p>Back on dry land after sailing to Jamaica and the Yucatan with a bunch of great music makers and fans on the Cayamo cruise, I'll be headed to sunny Austin Texas for SXSW season. I'll be playing some shows of my own as well as with my long-time-sometime-bandmates in Denim, and accompanying Stephanie Urbina Jones, Mary Battiata and who knows who else, finishing the week on St, Patty's Day with the Lost Austin Band. Wow. You can find details on the calendar page. Hoping to see you at a show soon, and as always, thanks for listening!</p>
Patterson Barretttag:pattersonbarrett.com,2005:Post/60507442019-01-19T18:00:00-06:002019-01-19T22:31:31-06:002019!?
<p>Well, time for another go round. Hey, it started out nicely (for me, at least) playing with folks at the Texas Songwriter's Music Legends Hall Of Fame Awards, including <a href="https://www.facebook.com/ted.branson.5/videos/10218496486547118/" data-imported="1">a set with Michael Martin Murphey</a>. A reunion of sorts. Many years ago I would sit in with Michael and his band before I moved to Texas. As a matter of fact, thats where I met my current cohorts in <a href="https://www.facebook.com/lostaustinband/" data-imported="1">the Lost Austin Band</a>, Bob Livingston and Craig Hillis. The band is keeping Classic Cosmic Country alive doing the songs of 70's Austin and beyond; come check it out sometime—we'll be playing at the Saxon Pub during SXSW.</p>
<p>In addition to continuing to sing my own songs anywhere people will listen, I'll be doing some shows with <a href="http://www.stephanieurbinajones.com/splash.php" data-imported="1">Stephanie Urbina Jones</a> featuring songs from her recent record Tularosa (produced by yours truly), producing a live record for Libby Koch, and once again accompanying Buddy Miller and a bunch of his friends as we cruise the Carribean on <a href="http://www.cayamo.com/" data-imported="1">Cayamo</a> (a cool week long sort of Americana songwriter festival on a ship).</p>
<p>And who knows what else? Check back here and see, leave a comment, come to a show and say hello. And as always, thanks for listening!</p>
Patterson Barretttag:pattersonbarrett.com,2005:Post/60507432018-08-11T19:00:00-05:002018-08-12T22:04:27-05:00Scotland!
<p>Wow, I've been so darned busy enjoying my wonderful life, I seem to be neglecting to provide insightful updates in this space. Well, just now coming to the end of a great 3 week tour in Scotland with my friend Brian Langlinais. We've each been singing songs from our recent CDs, and thanks to our trusted promoter and guide Rob Ellen, who let's face it, is a little video crazy, you can see a whole bunch of it on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/Patterson-Barrett-218199348264064/" data-imported="1">my Facebook page</a>. Next up, a festival in Spain with Stephanie Urbina Jones, then some Labor Day shows with <a href="https://www.facebook.com/lostaustinband/" data-imported="1">the Lost Austin Band</a> in Austin. And just over the horizon, the Americana Music Association Conference and Festival in Nashville. But I'll endeavor (once more) to stay in touch right here!</p>
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Patterson Barretttag:pattersonbarrett.com,2005:Post/60507422018-05-15T19:00:00-05:002022-05-25T18:56:24-05:002 months so far<p>That's right, I've been on the Nationwide Coast-To-Coast Radio Tour for 2 months thus far, and it's sort of flown by. I've visited so many wonderful people, new friends and old (you know who you are), and seen some truly amazing scenery. I've been posting a bunch on <a data-imported="1" href="https://www.facebook.com/patterson.barrett" target="_blank">my facebook, so check that out.</a> I've still got some radio folks to visit, and I've just released a second single from the record, "Elephant In The Room", which you can listen to at the <a data-imported="1" data-link-type="page" href="/words-music">Words & Music page.</a>, along with some background stories and lyrics.</p>
<p>And a little later on this summer, I'll be heading to Scotland to promote "Give'em What They Want" and play with my good friend Brian Langlinais.</p>
<p>Hey, you can <a data-imported="1" data-link-type="page" href="/guestbook">leave a comment here</a>, and as always, thanks for listening!</p>Patterson Barretttag:pattersonbarrett.com,2005:Post/60507412018-03-13T19:00:00-05:002018-03-16T08:18:19-05:00Give'em What They Want released!
<p>Gosh, I've been so busy setting up everything for the CD release, that I somehow managed to overlook my own website! My bad!</p>
<p>Yes, my latest CD, "Give'em What They Want" saw it's official release last Friday. An early review from No Depression says "</p>
<p>...ready made to endear him to his listener, even on first hearing. Give ‘Em What They Want provides all it promises". You can read the entire review <a href="http://nodepression.com/album-review/patterson-barrett-sure-satisfy" data-imported="1">here</a>. Now I'm Nationwide, having embarked on an ambitious coast-to-coast radio tour, with some gigs sprinkled in. Check out the calendar page to see where I'll be. Ok, this free wifi from the Moab McDonalds is frustratingly slow, and I need to head towards Portland. More and lengthier update to follow. Thanks for listening!</p>
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Patterson Barretttag:pattersonbarrett.com,2005:Post/60507402017-11-06T18:00:00-06:002017-11-07T03:53:29-06:00Now What?
<p>Well, I'm still basking in the warm afterglow of another great Gram Parsons Birthday Hoot, the annual show I host in Austin Texas. So many wonderful singers and players, absolutely perfect weather...what's next? Plenty.</p>
<p>That new cd I've been yakking about for a while will be released March 9th (2018), so I'm gearing up for a bunch of touring to promote the thing, you know, to give the songs a chance to connect with their audience; "On Tour: The Songs Of Patterson Barrett (Accompanied by Patterson Barrett)". </p>
<p>But before then, I'll be spending a good bit of December playing with <a href="http://stephanieurbinajones.com" target="_blank" data-imported="1">Stephanie Urbina Jones</a> in Texas for her Spirit Of Christmas Tour. </p>
<p>Then I'm honored to be performing a few times at the <strong><a href="http://www.30asongwritersfestival.com/" target="_blank" data-imported="1">30A Songwriter Fest</a> </strong>alongside some pretty big time folks (Emmylou Harris, Steve Earl, Patty Griffin, James McMurtry).</p>
<p>And as if that's not enough, I'll be performing on the <strong><a href="http://www.cayamo.com/" target="_blank" data-imported="1">Cayamo Songwriter</a><a href="http://www.cayamo.com/" target="_blank" data-imported="1"> Cruise</a> </strong>, again with an amazing line-up.</p>
<p>And so much more to come...stay tuned!</p>
Patterson Barretttag:pattersonbarrett.com,2005:Post/60507392017-08-21T19:00:00-05:002021-07-27T14:05:50-05:00Another Summer Swing In Europe
<p>I'm sitting in Dulles Airport (Washington, D.C.) with a 6 hour layover.</p>
<p>But don't feel sorry for me; I'll be boarding a plane to Dublin, where I'll begin a 2 1/2 week stroll through Ireland, Scotland, Italy and Switzerland, before jetting back to Nashville just in time for the American Music Association festival and conference. From there, a couple weeks in Austin before going out to San Francisco, where my buddy, Buddy Miller, has invited me to join him in his stage band at the Hardly Strictly Bluegrass festival, where we'll be backing up Dan Penn, Bill Anderson, Gurf Morlix, and Lillie Mae. Lots of other stuff coming up after that, not the least of which—The 11th Annual Gram Parsons Birthday Hoot in Austin. Stay tuned for more details, and use plenty of sunscreen!</p>
Patterson Barretttag:pattersonbarrett.com,2005:Post/60507382017-04-11T19:00:00-05:002021-08-04T23:19:58-05:00Spring 2017
<p>Spring is here! And I get to see it from a variety of vantage points: Austin, where the Bluebonnets are reaching towards the big, warm, sunny sky—when it's not raining. Nashville, with it's crisper, cooler air and so many blooming trees and flowers. New England, with it's last minute snow and Daffodils poking through to collect the lengthening daylight. All this while getting to play great music with so many great artists! (too many to list; check out the calendar page) and sing my own stuff too. Life is good. Thanks for listening!</p>
Patterson Barretttag:pattersonbarrett.com,2005:Post/60507372017-01-02T18:00:00-06:002017-01-03T01:15:17-06:00Happy New Year! 2017
<p>Okay, now what? For me, finishing my upcoming CD for release sometime this year. I'm really pleased with it; just a few finishing touches, an additional guest appearance or 2, and voila!</p>
<p>February means the International Folk Alliance conference in Kansas City; always a good time. Plus some touring with my good friend <a href="http://www.brianlanglinais.com/" data-imported="1">Brian Langlinais</a> in support of his fine recent CD, <a href="http://www.brianlanglinais.com/store" data-imported="1">Right Hand Road</a>, that I was happy to contribute to; check it out!</p>
<p>After that...well, I'll write that verse when we get there. See you soon?</p>
Patterson Barretttag:pattersonbarrett.com,2005:Post/60507362016-11-01T19:00:00-05:002016-11-02T01:09:22-05:00November?...Really?
<p>If you're like me (gosh, I hope not), you might be looking around thinking "how the heck can it be November already?"</p>
<p>Along with finally figuring out who the next president might be, November also means mounting our yearly <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/167888930329133/" data-imported="1">celebration of Gram Parsons music</a>. Gram was certainly an influence on my own music, and doing this show is a blast for me. As it is with each year, I'll be joined by many talented friends, some of whom come from many hundreds of miles away. If you can't make it this time, mark your calendars for next year's show (November 5th, 2017).</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/392332/141924e49dc256de8d1807b45a5e925a602ab026/original/gram-2016-draft-2b.jpg/!!/b%3AWyJyZXNpemU6MzMzeDUxNCJd.jpg" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" alt="" height="514" width="333" /></p>
<p>Then I'll spend the rest of this year based from my Austin Texas home (you may recall that I am bi-municipal, living, at times, in both Austin and Nashville). Lots of playing, (which I'll try to be better at letting folks know about), and putting some final touches on my next CD, due out mid 2017. That's it for now, thanks for listening!</p>
Patterson Barretttag:pattersonbarrett.com,2005:Post/60507352016-06-27T19:00:00-05:002016-06-28T01:34:45-05:00and now...Summer
<p>After observing the last concurrence of the summer solstice and full moon that I'll see in my lifetime, summer begins! How'd we get here?</p>
<p>Well, in May I spent 10 days in Tularosa, a small town in southern New Mexico, laying down tracks for an upcoming record I'm producing for <a href="http://www.stephanieurbinajones.com/" data-imported="1">Stephanie Urbina Jones</a>. Using local musicians, we've recorded vintage classic country hits re-imagined as mariachi songs. Think acoustic instruments, lots of percussion, violins, trumpets, large manly chorus—it's going to be pretty cool.</p>
<p>Also, continuing to work on my own CD, with the addition of some great guest appearances; all pretty exciting (for me, at least)!</p>
<p>Looking forward, I'll be spending a couple weeks in Europe again this summer with <a href="http://www.stephanieurbinajones.com/" data-imported="1">Stephanie Urbina Jones</a> in Norway, Scotland and Great Britain. Play some music and see the world. Thank you World.</p>
<p>The record I produced for <a href="http://reneewahl.com/" data-imported="1">Renée Wahl</a>, Sworn Secrets, will be out in the fall (on So' Fish Records), as will my good friend <a href="http://www.brianlanglinais.com/" data-imported="1">Brian Langlinais</a> CD Right Hand Road which I joyfully contibute to, and I'll be playing some wonderful music with the both of them as well. Life...is... good. Thank you world.</p>
Patterson Barretttag:pattersonbarrett.com,2005:Post/60507332016-03-09T18:00:00-06:002016-03-09T23:42:39-06:00Spring 2016?
<p>How can it be? Spring is springing all around, and I'm traveling around a bit to see what it looks like in different spots. But I'm also spending a good stretch in my recently adopted second home, Nashville. While there, I've been working on a new cd project, and the results are pretty exciting (to me, at least!) I think that's a good sign; that the stuff sounds good to me. And I'm planning to capture some guest performances from some talented folks who are found here in Music City. So that's what I'm up to for now. Get outside and enjoy the season!</p>
Patterson Barretttag:pattersonbarrett.com,2005:Post/60507342016-01-14T18:00:00-06:002021-01-21T07:53:17-06:00It's Official—I'm a legend!
<p>Wow, last night the Texas Songwriters Association actually inducted me into their <a href="http://austinsongwritersgroup.com/?p=2452" data-imported="1">Music Legends Hall of Fame.</a> Huh...it's nice to think that if you hang around long enough and do good work (or try your best to do good work), somebody, maybe even your peers, will notice and say something nice about you. Such as, "...to honor those in the music community that have helped to shape and make Texas the fertile music landscape that it is..." Thanks to the Austin Songwriter's Group, and congratulations to all the other inductees.</p>
Patterson Barretttag:pattersonbarrett.com,2005:Post/60507322015-08-22T19:00:00-05:002015-08-23T02:35:33-05:00Home in Nashville?
<p>People ask me in conversation, "so, have you moved to Nashville permanently?".</p>
<p>How do you answer any question about permanence?</p>
<p>This fall will mark the first time since leasing a <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/1500009493624065/" data-imported="1">house in Nashville</a> last February that I have spent 4 consecutive weeks here. I have family, friends, pets, and belongings in Austin, so of course, that is a home to me. But at this point in life, is anything permanent? Especially for a musician.</p>
<p>My kids are grown and travel almost as much as me; my daughter is on a road trip that includes Glacier National Park in Montana (after returning from a month in Zambia). And my son, who is half of the duo <a href="http://www.wellwornsolesmusic.com" data-imported="1">Well Worn Soles</a> (whose <a href="http://www.cdbaby.com/cd/wellwornsoles?SourceCode=widgetbaby" data-imported="1">debut record</a> came out this month, produced by yours truly) is a full time traveling musician as well.</p>
<p>"Home is where you hang your Hat"? Well, I don't wear a hat, but I do lay my head down in a lot of different places all around the world, and it's amazing how many of them feel like home.</p>
Patterson Barretttag:pattersonbarrett.com,2005:Post/60507312015-07-05T19:00:00-05:002015-07-05T23:00:35-05:00"I've never been to Spain..."
<p>...untill now, that is. I'm in Gijón, a medium-sized town on the northern coast of Spain, where I'm traveling and performing with my friend <a href="http://www.stephanieurbinajones.com/" data-imported="1">Stephanie Urbina Jones</a>. Talk about seeing the world! After returning from a week in Scotland in June, we got back on a plane 2 weeks later and headed for Switzerland to play a <a href="http://www.trucker-festival.ch/" data-imported="1">"Trucker and Country Festival"</a> in the beautiful alpine village of Interlaken. These Europeans sure do like their line dancing and cowboy garb! Now Spain, next week Switzerland; then Germany and Amsterdam.</p>
<p>After returning to Nashville (on July 20th, but who's counting) I'll take a nice long American shower and resume production duties on the next <a href="https://www.facebook.com/reneewahlmusic" data-imported="1">Renée Wahl</a> cd (it's sounding real good).</p>
<p>Coming soon—A big (I hope) party and performance at Threadgill's World Headquarters in Austin celebrating the release of <a href="http://wellwornsolesmusic.com" data-imported="1">Well Worn Soles</a> debut cd "Country/Folk" on So' Fish Records, produced by...yeah, me. Hope to see you soon, and enjoy the website!</p>
Patterson Barretttag:pattersonbarrett.com,2005:Post/60507302015-04-24T19:00:00-05:002015-04-25T00:40:07-05:00Going Bi
<p>Bi-municipal, that is. I now have a residence in both Austin and Nashville. In an effort to expand my career and musical reach, I've been spending a good bit of my time in Nashville since last fall. During that time, I've been in the studio producing tracks (<a href="https://www.reverbnation.com/reneewahl" data-imported="1">Renee Wahl</a>), playing on other projects (<a href="http://www.stonecupid.com/index/" data-imported="1">Julie Christensen</a>, <a href="http://www.brianlanglinais.com/" data-imported="1">Brian Langlinais</a>), appeared in the ABC-TV series Nashville both onscreen and on soundtracks, and traveled—a bunch: Switzerland, Germany, South Carolina, Kansas City, Lafayette LA, Mexico. I'm still seeing what kind of trouble I can get into here in "Music City, USA", so stay tuned!</p>
Patterson Barretttag:pattersonbarrett.com,2005:Post/60507292014-09-19T19:00:00-05:002014-09-20T03:06:43-05:00Wow! No news since Spring?!
<p>In looking at this here website of mine, I can't believe I haven't written anything since Spring! Well, let's see...I'm leaving for Switzerland and Germany tomorrow for performances of my own stuff and with Stephanie Urbina Jones and Augie Meyer. I've got lots of things to report...I'll write about them soon! In the meantime, thanks for listening!</p>
Patterson Barretttag:pattersonbarrett.com,2005:Post/60507282014-05-22T19:00:00-05:002021-08-06T13:33:49-05:00What I Did While Winter And Spring Came And Went
<p><span style="color:#993300">Looking back, I see that in addition to my recurring Wednesday nights at the Saxon Pub in Austin with <a href="http://www.waltwilkins.com/" data-imported="1"><strong>Walt Wilkins & the Mystiqueros</strong></a>, I've played some with <a href="http://www.brennenleighandnoelmckay.com/" data-imported="1"><strong>Noel McKay & Brennen Leigh</strong></a>, <a href="http://www.craigmarshall.com/" data-imported="1"><strong>Craig Marshall</strong></a> (both live and in the Studio), <a href="http://www.freddiesteadykrc.com" data-imported="1"><strong>Steady Freddie Krc</strong></a> (recently elected to the office of president for the Austin chapter of the musicians union), Texas guitar legend <a href="http://www.johninmon.com/" data-imported="1"><strong>John Inmon</strong></a>, played numerous events with <a href="http://www.stephanieurbinajones.com" data-imported="1"><strong>Stephanie Urbina Jones</strong></a> (including a festival in San Miguel deAllende, Mexico), was part of a <a href="en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lost_Gonzo_Band" data-imported="1"><strong>Lost Gonzo Band</strong></a> reunion, some <strong>Austin All-Stars</strong> shows, some shows with <strong>Denim</strong>, accompanied <a href="http://brianpounds.com/" data-imported="1"><strong>Brian Pounds</strong></a> (recently voted off the Voice), newcomer <a href="http://www.MicahWagner.com" data-imported="1"><strong>Micah Wagner</strong></a>, and played alongside <a href="https://www.facebook.com/wellwornsoles/app_2405167945" data-imported="1"><strong>Well Worn Soles</strong></a> (a duo featuring my son Emerson).</span></p>
<p><span style="color:#993300">I also found time to sing some of my own songs, most notably at the <strong>International Folk Alliance Festival & Conference</strong> and the infamous <strong>Bluebird Café</strong>.</span></p>
<p><span style="color:#993300">I'll try and write about any future gigs <em>before</em> they happen, so you can make a plan to come and listen. I promise to try and do better. Thanks all!</span></p>
Patterson Barretttag:pattersonbarrett.com,2005:Post/60507272013-11-05T18:00:00-06:002013-12-01T23:40:12-06:00Home stretch
<p>The Gram Parsons Birthday Hoot was wonderful; lot's of folks proclaiming it "...the best yet!" Look for audio and video from the show to be posted soon. Be sure to mark your calendars for next year (Sunday, November 2nd, 2014).</p>
<p>Now it's time to finish out a very good year. Among the many great gigs I get to play on a somewhat regular basis, I'm looking forward to sharing the evening with my son <a href="/words-music" data-imported="1" data-link-type="page">Emerson</a> at the <a href="http://newworlddeli.com" data-imported="1">New World Deli</a> on December 17th. We'll be joined by his friend and singing partner Chelsea Dix Kessler. Sounds like fun? It sure does to me! I'm also eagerly anticipating the <a href="http://www.fullmoonbarndance.com/%E2%80%8E" data-imported="1">Barn Dance at Leeann Atherton's,</a> where I'll play with Georgia based songstress <a href="http://www.carolineaiken.com/%E2%80%8E" data-imported="1">Caroline Aiken</a> and my ol' buddy <a href="johninmon.com/" data-imported="1">John Inmon,</a> in addition to singing a set of my own songs. Check out the <a href="/calendar" data-imported="1" data-link-type="page">calendar page</a> for info about all this and more.</p>
Patterson Barretttag:pattersonbarrett.com,2005:Post/60507262013-10-29T19:00:00-05:002013-10-30T08:39:45-05:007th Annual Gram Parsons Birthday Hoot
<p>It's time to celebrate Gram Parson's birthday! I do this each year by hosting a show here in Austin featuring some of the best musicians in town (I ain't lyin'...or even exagerating!) performing Gram Parson's music. It's this Sunday, November 3, at Threadgill's World Headquarters. We'll open the doors at 6, music will start at 7, and continue non-stop until 10:30. <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/155906064620127/?ref=br_tf" data-imported="1">Click here</a> for details, including the line-up. You don't want to miss it! And<a href="http://www.koop.org/pages.item.86/stream-koop-listen-online.html" data-imported="1"> listen to KOOP radio</a> Friday morning at 11amCST to hear me and some of my friends singing Gram's praises on Miz Pearl's General Store.</p>
Patterson Barretttag:pattersonbarrett.com,2005:Post/60507252013-10-08T19:00:00-05:002019-12-29T19:37:04-06:00Low Country Shrimp & Grits Tour!
<p>Well, let me start by saying the drive from Austin to South Carolina's Atlantic coast is...long. I arrived last night and I'm poised to begin my little Autumn tour tonight with an appearance at the <a href="http://www.pawleysislandtavern.com/index.html" data-imported="1">Pawley Island Tavern</a>. This trip also includes playing the wonderful <a href="http://www.southbysoutheast.org/" data-imported="1">South By Southeast</a> concert series in Myrtle Beach, and that will be great—it's on my birthday, and I'll be joined onstage by my son Emerson, his musical partner Chelsea Dix Kessler, my longtime pal Jonathan "Doc" Simons and his son Daniel. We'll finish up the weekend with <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/112763142261254/" data-imported="1">The Grand Strand Tribute To The Band</a>, a show put together by Jonathan to celebrate the music of The Band. Then it's on to Nashville for a couple of performances before heading home to get ready for the 7th Annual Gram Parsons Birthday Hoot! More about that soon...</p>
Patterson Barretttag:pattersonbarrett.com,2005:Post/60507242013-09-12T19:00:00-05:002013-09-13T01:19:50-05:00WDVX Blue Plate Special
<p>Well I certainly had fun playing yesterday for WDVX's Blue Plate Special. Hostess Red Hickey was charming, the sound was great, the audience appreciative—and being joined by my son was a real treat! Emerson even sang one of his own. In case you missed it, you can hear an archive of the show by going<a href="http://www.wdvx.com/audiovideo/listen-to-past-shows/" data-imported="1"> here</a> and selecting September 12th's show. It's available until 9/25/13. I'll put it up somewhere after that. Our segment starts around 22 minutes into the show. I'd love it, if after listening, you'd go to the guestbook and tell me what you think...you know, if you like it that is. Or not. But maybe constructive criticism. OK, I'm done talking.</p>
Patterson Barretttag:pattersonbarrett.com,2005:Post/60507232013-07-21T19:00:00-05:002021-06-25T21:19:27-05:00European showers
<p>Taking a shower in Europe is a challenge for this Americana artisit. I know, "oh, poor Patterson has to struggle to keep himself properly bathed while flitting about in Italy, Switzerland and France..."</p>
<p>You're absolutely right. I'm having a great time playing some dates with Stephanie Urbina Jones, and we are being treated graciously, wonderfully fed, seeing some amazing sights...everything so fantastic. Sure, the showers are small, as in the size of the one in your Grandpa's RV—I don't know how anybody washes their feet here—but everyone should have such problems.</p>
<p>Soon enough (July 29th), I'll be back home in Austin Texas, taking a nice, long shower in my spacious American bathroom, after spending the afternoon trying to find shelter from the blazing summer sun, and spending the evenings inhabiting the numerous local music hotspots, listening to and playing the music I love.</p>
<p>Life is good; mine, at least. Here's hoping you should be so lucky!</p>
Patterson Barretttag:pattersonbarrett.com,2005:Post/60507222013-03-20T19:00:00-05:002013-03-21T18:30:45-05:00Spring Fling!
<p>Spring in Austin comes early, and we've certainly been enjoying it here. But I'm going to chase spring around the east coast with some wonderful gigs during the first part of April. Washington DC, NYC, NJ and a couple stops in Tennessee are all on my list, so check out the <a href="/calendar" data-imported="1" data-link-type="page">Calendar</a> page for details!</p>
Patterson Barretttag:pattersonbarrett.com,2005:Post/60507212012-12-04T18:00:00-06:002012-12-05T06:25:38-06:00Santa Claus Is On The Loose!
<p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QIIMSBzCG9s&feature=youtu.behttp://www.pattersonbarrett.com/dashboard/pages/news/post/iframe%20width=" data-imported="1">Original Christmas song</a> out of the attic for another year!</p>
Patterson Barretttag:pattersonbarrett.com,2005:Post/60507202012-11-14T18:00:00-06:002012-11-15T06:15:32-06:00CD Release Party!
<p>You’re invited (heck, the whole world’s invited) to join me as I celebrate the release of my new CD, “When I Was Your Age…” on Sunday, November 25<sup>th</sup> inside Threadgill’s World Headquarters on Riverside Drive in Austin, Texas. I’ve assembled some talented friends to help me play songs from the CD, and of course there’ll be copies for you to purchase at a special CD release party price (can you say holiday gifts?). We’ll start up at the very reasonable hour of 8PM, and then at 9 or so I’ll accompany talented guitarist and singer John Inmon as he plays a set of his own stuff. So please come on out.</p>
<p> And if for some reason you can’t make it down (California’s too far?) you can watch the festivities streaming live at <a href="http://www.threadgills.tv" data-imported="1">www.threadgills.tv</a> (and if you miss that, it will be archived there, available for viewing, for eternity)</p>
<p> You can also hear me yak and perform some of the new songs live on KOOP radio (91.7 fm, <a href="http://www.koop.org" data-imported="1">www.koop.org</a> )10AM Tuesday, and KDRP radio(100.1 fm, <a href="http://www.kdrplive.org" data-imported="1">www.kdrplive.org</a> ) 9AM Friday. Wow. Media blitz. Thanks for listening!</p>
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Patterson Barretttag:pattersonbarrett.com,2005:Post/60506862012-10-28T19:00:00-05:002012-10-29T14:02:12-05:00Nov 5th, Gram Parsons Birthday Hoot
<p>It's time once again to celebrate the music of Gram Parsons at the 6th Annual Gram Parsons Birthday Hoot!</p>
<p>On November 5th at Threadgill’s World Headquarters in Austin, Texas, an impressive collection of performers will gather from 7 to 10:30PM to celebrate the music of Gram Parsons, benefiting the Americana Music Association and the Gram Parsons Foundation. <br> <br> I'll lead the house band, as invited guest artists perform their favorite Gram Parson’s songs in this annual musical homage to the man whose influence on the artists and music of today’s Americana movement is still felt today. This is not only a night for Parson’s fans to remember, but an opportunity for those not familiar with his music to hear and enjoy it for the first time.<br> <br> This year’s event will benefit the Americana Music Association, a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting the genre of music that Parsons helped define, and the Gram Parsons Foundation.<br> <br> As anyone who has attended previous shows will attest, this evening promises to be a wonderful time for all, filled with great music and memorable performances.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.facebook.com/events/150911911721178/" target="_blank" data-imported="1">Click here for details</a></p>
Patterson Barretttag:pattersonbarrett.com,2005:Post/60506852012-10-01T19:00:00-05:002021-05-05T14:57:17-05:00New CD released!
<p>Ok, happy birthday to my mother, Bunnie Barrett, who left this world way too soon (29 years ago) AND happy birthday to my latest CD "When I Was Your Age..."</p>
<p>The powers that make So' Fish Records run have decreed the store open for business! Please, no running or shoving, there are plenty of copies for everyone!</p>
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Patterson Barretttag:pattersonbarrett.com,2005:Post/60506842012-09-20T19:00:00-05:002012-09-21T01:29:13-05:00Americana week in Nashville-OMG!
<p>And what a week it was. I went only with the intention of yakking to folks about the upcoming CD and seeing friends and peers. I ended up Driving Miss Anna (Egge), who found me while looking for the bus into town from the airport. We discovered we had many mutual friends and musical collaborators, were introduced to some new ones, and heard some great music.</p>
<p>Then I got a phone call from Jim Lauderdale asking if I'd like to play with him and the North Mississippi All Stars for his showcase. Well, yeah! It turned out to be a great gig, with legendary Muscle Shoals musician and producer David Hood on bass and a killer horn section. We played songs from an as yet unreleased CD Jim recorded with the N. MS. All Stars with lyrics by frequent Grateful Dead contributor Robert Hunter; really cool.</p>
<p>With lots of wonderful music in between, I finished out my time in Nashville by recording a segment for the new Buddy & Jim Radio Show on Outlaw Country. I'll let you know when it will air, sometime in October.</p>
<p>Whew— now to the business of releasing a CD, "When I Was Your Age..." out October 2nd. See you soon!</p>
Patterson Barretttag:pattersonbarrett.com,2005:Post/60506832012-08-27T19:00:00-05:002021-01-28T14:01:34-06:00Back To Work<p>Now that my little European performing vacation is over, it's time to get down to the work of releasing a new CD.</p>
<p>"When I Was Your Age..." drops October 2nd, (my mother's birthday). An early <a data-imported="1" href="http://midwestrecord.com/MWR516.html">review</a> observes "...a rocked up down home session...loaded with solid songwriting that really caries the day." — <em>Chris Spector, Midwest Record</em></p>
<p>I'll be doing what I can to spread the word. Listen to the lead-off track <a data-imported="1" data-link-type="page" href="/words-music">Come Back To Me</a> and marvel at the timeless pipes of guest vocalist Bonnie Bramlett— that's right, <span style="text-decoration:underline">the</span> Bonnie of Delaney and Bonnie and friends, vocal contributor to your favorite Little Feat classics!</p>
<p>Keep an eye out for it; I'll post again soon to tell you where to find it!</p>Patterson Barretttag:pattersonbarrett.com,2005:Post/60506822012-08-01T19:00:00-05:002019-12-29T19:36:52-06:00French Rodeo?!
<p>Who knew? Apparrently, there is a rabid audience of Europeans for Rodeo and Country Music, and thanks to my friend Steve Carter ("You're going to like me a lot more after this") I'm headed to the south of France to participate. It's called <a href="http://www.equiblues.com" target="_blank" data-imported="1">Equiblues</a>, and it runs from August 15th-19th. I'll be part of The Austin Country All-Stars, the brainchild of the aforementioned Mr. Carter, who sold the promoter on the concept of a band that faithfully performs vintage #1 country hits. The band includes me, Steve, Leeann Atherton, Cam King, Richard White and Emerson Wells-Barrett.</p>
<p>While there, I'll also play sets with <a href="http://www.amandacevallos.com" target="_blank" data-imported="1">Amanda Cevallos</a>, <a href="http://www.brennenleigh.com" target="_blank" data-imported="1">Brennen Leigh</a>, and <a href="http://www.jimlauderdale.com" target="_blank" data-imported="1">Jim Lauderdale</a>. Sounds like fun? I'll say!</p>
<p>Come see me when I get back, and I'll tell you all about it.</p>
Patterson Barretttag:pattersonbarrett.com,2005:Post/60506812012-05-27T19:00:00-05:002012-05-28T17:47:18-05:00School's out!
<p>Well, summer's almost here, and here I am in Austin trying to keep the grass alive and looking ahead to the release of a new CD (sometime near the end of summer/beginning of fall). Titled "When I Was Your Age..." it features songs inspired in one way or another by watching my son Emerson turn the corner from teen to young adult. Sure, that sounds like a lot of boring personal stuff, but the songs are actually written around some pretty universal themes. But soon you'll be able to decide for yourself. I'll post some tracks on the site when I get a little closer to the release date. In the meantime, I've been doing a bunch of the new songs at my live shows, so come on out and have a little preview—you'll likely see and hear Emerson too, he's been playing with me whenever he can!</p>
Patterson Barretttag:pattersonbarrett.com,2005:Post/60506802012-03-02T18:00:00-06:002012-03-08T18:51:03-06:00Return From Memphis, look out SXSW!
<p>Well I can hardly articulate how fantastically fun the International Folk Alliance Conference was. I played my own showcase (with my son Emerson at my side on the mandolin), played with many talented friends, and saw so many impressive artists doing amazing things that it made my head spin!</p>
<p>This was Emerson's first trip to FA, and it was pretty cool to hang with him and introduce him to some great somewhat unknowns. He and I particularly enjoyed hearing Mike Farris's sensationally soulfull singing, 21 year old Anthony Dacosta's immediately engaging songs and performances, the writing and delivery of old-soul-in-a-20 something John Fullbright, to name only a few.</p>
<p>I gave a workshop/presentation called "De-mystifying the Pedal Steel Guitar", and was delighted to see such a good turnout of seekers of pedal steel knowledge. It's always a kick to see the looks on folks faces when they start to understand just what the heck is going on with that fascinating instrument.</p>
<p>And now we look forward to...SXSW. I'll be playing several shows of my own, and playing along with many others through that week: Walt Wilkins, John Inmon, Ramsay Midwood, Jeff Talmadge, Matt Harlan, Freddie Krc, Emily Grace Berry...have I left anyone out? I'm attempting to update the calendar section of this, the new and improved version of pattersonbarrett.com, so come back often to see whats happening when, and thanks for stopping by!</p>
Patterson Barretttag:pattersonbarrett.com,2005:Post/60507192012-01-19T18:00:00-06:002012-01-30T02:17:35-06:00Happy New Year!
<p>2012...wow! When I was a young boy my friends and I would do the math and talk about how we'd probably still be alive at the turn of the century, and we'd try to imagine what life might be like in the 2000s! Well, I made it.</p>
<p>Every year's got so much to offer—I've been playing a lot with a bunch of wonderfully talented folks recently (Walt Wilkins, John Inmon, Ramsay Midwood,to name a few) and I look for that to continue. But I've also resolved to release a new cd this year, and so I'm busy making plans to let people see and hear the newest stuff. Hey, it even looks like I'll be in France for some playing in August (thank you Steve Carter and Phillippe Lafont!)</p>
<p>In the nearer future, I'll be heading up to Memphis for the International Folk Alliance Festival and Conference, an amazing affair with SO much music...it's almost too much...but I love it. Hope to see you out a show sometime soon!</p>
Patterson Barretttag:pattersonbarrett.com,2005:Post/60507182011-11-04T19:00:00-05:002012-01-30T02:17:35-06:00Coming in November! Gram Parsons B-day Hoot!
<p>Although you wouldn’t know it by looking at a thermometer, fall is here and it’s time for the 5<sup>th</sup> Annual Gram Parsons Birthday Hoot, and I'm pretty darned excited about it!</p>
<p>On November 6<sup>th</sup> from 7 to 10:30PM at Threadgill’s World Headquarters in Austin, Texas, I'll once again gather an impressive collection of performers and celebrate the music of Gram Parsons, benefitting the Americana Music Association.</p>
<p>I'll lead the house band, as invited guest artists perform their favorite Gram Parson’s songs in this annual musical homage to the man whose influence on the artists and music of today’s Americana movement is still felt today.</p>
<p>This year’s event will benefit the Americana Music Association, a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting the genre of music that Parsons helped define.</p>
<p>Performers scheduled to appear include:</p>
<p>Sahara Smith</p>
<p>Dallas Wayne (Heybale)</p>
<p>Barbara K</p>
<p>Will Sexton</p>
<p>Bill Carter</p>
<p>Bob Livingston</p>
<p>Patterson Barrett</p>
<p>Earl P. Ball</p>
<p>Owen Temple</p>
<p>Micky Braun (Micky & the Motorcars)</p>
<p>Freddie Steady Krc w/Emily Grace Berry</p>
<p>Ted Roddy</p>
<p>Leeann Atherton</p>
<p>Jed Zimmerman</p>
<p>Karen Abrahams</p>
<p>Phil Hurley (Stonehoney)</p>
<p>Noelle Hampton</p>
<p>Mike Stinson</p>
<p>Matt Brooks (2 Hoots & A Holler)</p>
<p>Julieann Banks</p>
<p>Charlie Faye</p>
<p>Tom Pittman</p>
<p>Halleyanna</p>
<p>Brian Pounds</p>
<p>Shawn Davis (Stonehoney)</p>
<p>Amanda Cevallos</p>
<p>Gerry Burns</p>
<p>Dana McBride</p>
<p>Cam King</p>
<p>Steve Carter</p>
<p>Kim Deschamps</p>
<p>Chojo Jacques</p>
<p>Doc Simons</p>
<p>Daniel Simons</p>
<p>Rob Bollinger</p>
<p>Jon Hahn</p>
<p>Mike Rieman</p>
<p>Join me and the league of Parsons fans to celebrate his legacy of cosmic American music and help support this great organization!</p>
Patterson Barretttag:pattersonbarrett.com,2005:Post/60507122011-11-02T19:00:00-05:002012-03-03T17:58:49-06:00Gram Parsons B-day Hoot coming November 7th!
<p>Fall is here and it’s time for the 4<sup>th</sup> Annual Gram Parsons Birthday Hoot. On November 7<sup>th</sup> at Threadgill’s World Headquarters in Austin, Texas, an impressive collection of performers will gather from 6 to 10PM to celebrate the music of Gram Parsons, beneiftting the Americana Music Association.</p>
<p>Host Patterson Barrett will lead the house band, as invited guest artists perform their favorite Gram Parson’s songs in this annual musical homage to the man whose influence on the artists and music of today’s Americana movement is still felt today. This is not only a night for Parson’s fans to remember, but an opportunity for those not familiar with his music to hear and enjoy it for the first time.</p>
<p>This year’s event will benefit the Americana Music Association, a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting the genre of music that Parsons helped define.</p>
<p>Some early confirmed performers for this year include Michael Fracasso, members of the Mothertruckers, Earl P. Ball, members of Stonehoney, Geoff Union (Too High String Band), Steady Freddie Krc, Noel Hampton, Jenny Reynolds, Ben Mallott, Steve Carter, Jake Carter, Idgy Vaughn, Cam King, Julieann Banks, Cho-Jo Jacques, Jon Hahn, Gary Newcomb and Rob Bollinger, with more being added each day.</p>
<p>As anyone who has attended previous shows will attest, this evening promises to be a wonderful time for all, filled with great music and memorable performances.</p>
<p>Join the league of Parsons fans to celebrate his legacy of cosmic American music and help support this great organization.</p>
Patterson Barretttag:pattersonbarrett.com,2005:Post/60507172011-08-19T19:00:00-05:002012-01-30T02:17:35-06:00New Song, New Video!
<p>I was at this event that was...well, awesome in this case actually applies. It's the annual Cherokee Creek Festival near Llano, Texas, a benefit concert that included Jackson Browne, Shawn Colvin, Marc Cohn, Keb Mo, Don Henley, and a host of others. Well I was fortunate to be included to play with my friends Stonehoney, and while I was there, Jessie Scott invited me to sing something for the Music Fog cameras. I decided to give a new song a try, and you can check it out at <http://musicfog.com/home/2011/8/13/patterson-barrett-the-where-and-when.html> Thanks so much to the entire Music Fog crew!</p>
Patterson Barretttag:pattersonbarrett.com,2005:Post/60507162011-07-08T19:00:00-05:002021-07-31T14:19:20-05:00Recent Gigs
<p>In addition to the first Sunday gigs I've been doing at Kick Butt Coffee here in Austin (insert joke here), I've been enjoying playing with a bunch of different folks in the last few months.</p>
<p>Walt Wilkins made the mistake of inviting me to come play at his weekly gig at the Saxon Pub on Wednesdays, and now I won't go away. I followed him to Nashville to play for a Bluebird Café show that was magical, played at Gruene Hall a couple of times (always great), and will continue doing shows with him as often as I can.</p>
<p>I met John Inmon about a thousand years ago (ok, maybe 35) when I first arrived in Texas and we were both playing with Jerry Jeff Walker (him a lot, me a little), and I was thrilled when he called me to play some shows with him as he has started fronting his own group. Lots of great musicians, lots of improvisation, lots of fun.</p>
<p>And look for Julieann Banks and I to continue our duo performances at Gruene Hall, including a couple in August.</p>
<p>See you out and about soon I hope!</p>
Patterson Barretttag:pattersonbarrett.com,2005:Post/60507152011-03-30T19:00:00-05:002012-01-30T02:17:35-06:00Back To Normal?
<p>After a wonderful road trip to Memphis, North Carolina, D.C. and Nashville, and then the subsequent South By Southwest festival madness right here in Austin, things are...well, pretty much back to normal. I'm hoping to release a new cd on good behavior (it's stayed out of trouble since it's completion) soon. In music biz terms, that's maybe by the end of summer. Something to look forward to. Right now, time to do a little spring cleaning!</p>
Patterson Barretttag:pattersonbarrett.com,2005:Post/60507142011-01-18T18:00:00-06:002012-01-30T02:17:35-06:00Goin' To Memphis...
<p>for the International Folk Alliance, February 16-20. It's an amazingly fun event, kind of like speed dating for music, all in one hotel. 3 or 4 floors of rooms, music in each room, new acts every 30 minutes or so. I'll be showcasing my own stuff 3 or 4 times, playing with other folks, staying up late and playing pedal steel in the Wine & Nut room with a bunch of Austinites and others. I'm also giving a presentation/workshop, "Demystifying The Pedal Steel Guitar, which should be fun and enlightening. I'll try and keep the calendar up to date, in case you happen to be there. And why wouldn't you be??!!</p>
Patterson Barretttag:pattersonbarrett.com,2005:Post/60507132010-11-22T18:00:00-06:002012-01-30T02:17:35-06:00Christmas tunes still fresh!
<p>Last year as a Christmas gift to the world (or at least my little corner of the world) I released a Christmas single. A "single" is actually 2 songs, released together, a term derived from the old days of 45 rpm vinyl records with one song on each side. These original Christmas songs, "<strong>Santa Claus Is On The Loose</strong>" and "<strong>Another Christmas You're Not Here</strong>"are still fresh and ABSOLUTELY FREE for visitors to this site. Simply go to the "words and music" page and click on download. And please do let me know what you think of them, or any of my songs, by visiting the "guestbook" page and leaving a comment. Merry Christmas!!</p>
Patterson Barretttag:pattersonbarrett.com,2005:Post/60507112010-06-13T19:00:00-05:002012-01-30T02:17:35-06:00new video!
<p><!--StartFragment-->A pretty nice video was posted of me singing a new song a couple of days ago. It was done by a group of folks known as music fog, and they have a very cool video blog website dedicated to Americana music featuring just about everyone you can think of. Thanks to Jessie Scott and all the musicfoggers.<br> <br>Here's the link: <http://musicfog.com/home/2010/6/12/patterson-barrett-come-back-to-me.html><br> </p>
<p>It was shot inside a tour bus during the Folk Alliance Conference in Memphis. That's my good friends Julieann Banks and Doc Simons playing with me. Julieann is also a wonderful songwriter; check her out at <www.myspace.com/julieannbanks> Jonathan "Doc" Simons and I have been knowing each other and playing together for... a long dang time. Thanks to both of them for sharing their talents! <!--EndFragment--></p>
Patterson Barretttag:pattersonbarrett.com,2005:Post/60507102010-05-20T19:00:00-05:002021-08-10T10:44:28-05:00Wednesdays at Threadgill's North
<p>I've really been enjoying Wednesday nights lately. I've been going to Threadgill's Old #1 on North Lamar here in Austin, and playing with Stonehoney. This wonderful band will be heading out to spread their great singing and songs to the rest of the world, and I'm going to help host the Sittin', Singin' and Supper Sessions in their absence, starting June 2nd. We'll have lots of wonderful guests sitting in and singing along. Come on out and join us! The music starts at 7 and usually lasts till 9:30. You can get there early and eat before, or chew to music. You can even wait and sit down with me and eat at the end of the night--the kitchen stays open til 10.</p>
Patterson Barretttag:pattersonbarrett.com,2005:Post/60507092010-02-01T18:00:00-06:002012-01-30T02:17:35-06:00Going To Memphis
<p>For the 2010 International Folk Alliance Conference & Festival, that is! (February 18-21) Spring is right around the corner and I'm headed to Memphis. Panels and presentations during the day, official showcases in the evening. But later, 3 floors of the hotel (50 rooms?) are each filled with "private" showcases. 50 different acts every 30-60 minutes untill 2AM, all printed in a program. Make your choices and start running, or just walk down the hall (if you can) and see what grabs your attention. Kind of like musical speed dating! I'm dragging my friend Julieann Banks along and we'll be playing a gig in Shreveport on the way up. It'll be a blast!</p>
Patterson Barretttag:pattersonbarrett.com,2005:Post/60507082009-12-18T18:00:00-06:002021-07-29T07:29:35-05:00Watch me sing!
<p>I think if you click https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=efq1SntH9Wg, you'll see me standing alone on a stage singing an original song from my recent Christmas single (you'll want to pause the player in the strip at the top of the page to avoid hearing 2 songs at once.)</p>
<p>Then go to the music and words page and listen to the livelier song from my recent Christmas single.</p>
<p>Then flip over to the guestbook and tell me what you think.</p>
<p>Merry Christmas!</p>
Patterson Barretttag:pattersonbarrett.com,2005:Post/60507072009-11-07T18:00:00-06:002012-01-30T02:17:35-06:00New Christmas Single!
<p>As a Christmas gift to the world (or at least my little corner of the world) I've released a Christmas single. A "single" is actually 2 songs, released together, a term derived from the old days of 45 rpm vinyl records with one song on each side. These original Christmas songs are ABSOLUTELY FREE for visitors to this site. Simply go to the "words and music" page and click on download. And please do let me know what you think of them, or any of my songs, by visiting the "guestbook" page and leaving a comment.
Merry Christmas!!</p>
Patterson Barretttag:pattersonbarrett.com,2005:Post/60507062009-09-18T19:00:00-05:002012-01-30T02:17:35-06:00Pinch me!
<p>Was that really me playing piano on the finalé of the awards show, Dixie Chicken, with Buddy Miller, Delbert McClinton, Sam Bush, Emmylou Harris, Patty Griffin, Jim Lauderdale, Nancy Griffith, Mike Farris, John Hiatt...pinch me, I Must Be Dreaming!
I went over to the Ryman Auditorium to visit with my old friend Buddy Miller, and ended up in the house band playing keyboards alongside legendary Wurlitzer whiz and songwriter Spooner Oldham. I've got to find some photos to post.
This has been an amazing week of music, and it's not over yet. Wow.</p>
Patterson Barretttag:pattersonbarrett.com,2005:Post/60507052009-08-29T19:00:00-05:002021-07-16T08:59:41-05:00South Carolina Bound!
<p>I'm heading off to South Carolina for "The Grits And Low Country Tour-2009", singing my songs accompanied by my very capable and dear friend Jonathan "Doc" Simons. I'm sure to have a great time (but don't tell my family--they think I'm working!) If you're in the Myrtle Beach-Charleston area come on out and say "Hi" or "Hey" or whatever they say down there.</p>
Patterson Barretttag:pattersonbarrett.com,2005:Post/60507042009-04-08T19:00:00-05:002012-01-30T02:17:35-06:00New CD nears completion!
<p>I've been chipping away at the shapeless block of stone that will soon be recognizable as my next CD, and it's nearly done! I think. I'm mixing now. Mixing, for those of you not actually familiar with the recording process, is where you face all the choices you didn't make earlier when you had the chance, and fix any problems with "studio magic".
With the state of the economy as it is, both globally and locally (as in my bank account) I am on the prowl for parties other than myself (are there record labels anymore?) to put the darn thing out and promote it. But I'm confident that will happen. Is that faith or stupidity? Hey, that's a good title.
Actually, it turns out the record is an examination of the coming of age experience as viewed from the dual perspectives of the 17 year old boy going through it and the 50-ish father remembering, reminiscing and re-living it, entitled "When I Was Your Age..." Unless the record company has a different idea--I'm open to other's ideas and easy to work with, not a diva at all. Call me.</p>
Patterson Barretttag:pattersonbarrett.com,2005:Post/60507032008-10-24T19:00:00-05:002021-07-27T15:48:10-05:00Nov. 5th, the 2nd Gram Parsons Birthday Hoot
<p>That's right, we're doing it again. The 2nd Annual Gram Parsons Birthday Hoot to benefit the Sims Foundation will be held on Wednesday, November 5th at Threadgill's World Headquarters in Austin, Texas. The festivities start at 7PM.
Featured performers include Rosie Flores, Dustin Welch, Earl Poole Ball, Dallas Wayne, Chris Gates, Lisa Hayes, Randy Weeks, Julieann Banks, Michael Fracasso, Mandy Mercier, members of Greezy Wheels, Tommy Spurlock, Cam King (of the Explosives), Danny Levin, Jon Hahn, Rob Bollinger, Mike Rieman, Albert & Gage, Freddie “Steady” Krc, Betty Soo, and ...oh yeah, me, Patterson Barrett—I'll be hosting the party and leading the house band. It's going to be a great and memorable night of music. Highly reccommended! <http:></http:></p>
Patterson Barretttag:pattersonbarrett.com,2005:Post/60507022008-07-20T19:00:00-05:002012-01-30T02:17:35-06:00A nice review
<p>I recently received a link for a very nice review written for the Folk and Acoustic Music Exchange by Frank Gutch Jr.—
“…All good. All really good…He can write—exceptionally well. He can sing—pretty well. He can play-—man, he can play. Add the guests, the sound, the production, a big plus for the lyrics…Damn fine stuff, this. Well worth checking out.”
I’m not sure about that singing pretty well part—I mean, singing pretty well is not bad, I guess. Check out the whole review at <http:></http:></p>
Patterson Barretttag:pattersonbarrett.com,2005:Post/60507012008-07-09T19:00:00-05:002012-01-30T02:17:35-06:00Check out this podcast of "The Austin Connection"
<p>I recently spent a morning visiting Jeffrey Tveraas at his Chesire Moon Studios. Jeff has put together a great series of podcasts called The Austin Connection, and I was happy to be the subject of his most recent show. You can hear some of my morning singing and me & Jeff yakking it up by visiting http://www.austinconnection.net/MP3/67_AC_PBarrett.mp3. There are also many other fine singer/songwriters featured, so check it out! http://www.austinconnection.net</p>
Patterson Barretttag:pattersonbarrett.com,2005:Post/60507002008-07-07T19:00:00-05:002012-01-30T02:17:34-06:00The Beltway Freedom Tour
<p>I'm home in Austin again after a short tour of the Washington DC/Baltimore area which included Independence Day weekend--"The Beltway Freedom Tour". If you've read my bio, you may recall that I was born in DC, and any time I go back, it feels like home. Needless to say I had a great time (don't tell my wife, she thinks I'm working hard!) Some shows were full, some were empty--it's all good. My long-time friend Jonathan "Doc" Simons accompanied me on mandolin, guitar and harmonica, and my son Emerson joined me on bass for some shows. We got to see Levon Helm's Midnight Ramble in Woodstock one night. He's an inspiration for all of us, and his performance was fantastic. I also had a blast visiting on air with Fred Boenig at WXLV--thanks Fred!
I had so much fun, I'm thinking about going back--The Halloween Terror Tour!? We'll see.</p>
Patterson Barretttag:pattersonbarrett.com,2005:Post/60506992008-04-09T19:00:00-05:002022-05-10T13:03:36-05:00Nothing Could Be Finer...
<p>...than to be in South Carolina the first of May. I'll be opening some shows for Mike Farris in addition to a couple of other dates, which to me adds up to "PATTERSON TO TOUR THE SOUTHEAST!" I'm sure it will be a blast, I'll be playing, staying, and hanging with my friend of nearly 40 years (that's right, I knew him before I was born) Jonathan "Doc" Simons. He'll be joining me onstage as will his son Daniel (and maybe even his daughter Joan). Ask me how it went!</p>
Patterson Barretttag:pattersonbarrett.com,2005:Post/60506982008-03-09T19:00:00-05:002012-01-30T02:17:34-06:00Patterson sings SXSW
<p>Well, it's that time of year again—SXSW I mean. Lots of music, and lots of it free and available to the public, including 3 opportunities to catch me singing my songs. If you're in Austin this week, check out the "Calendar" page of this here website to see what I'll be up to!</p>
Patterson Barretttag:pattersonbarrett.com,2005:Post/60506972007-12-09T18:00:00-06:002012-01-30T02:17:34-06:00Patterson In Print
<p>A few very nice writers have mentioned me in their fine publications recently--
The currently available February issue (how does that work?) of Vintage Guitar Magazine has a nice article (with a photo!--there should be a credit for Valerie Cline--sorry). I'm not sure if the "vintage" applies to my guitars or me. Either way, I'm just glad to be mentioned.
The November issue of Performing Songwriter claims "I Must Be Dreaming" as one of their Top 12 DIY picks.
And if you're in Austin, there's a little blurb in the November issue of Austin Monthly about the CD. Check out the "Press" page on this site for the texts.</p>
Patterson Barretttag:pattersonbarrett.com,2005:Post/60506962007-11-06T18:00:00-06:002020-10-07T02:40:14-05:00Concrete & Steel live video
<p>Thanks to KTBC-TV in Austin, you can see me and a few friends performing on their morning show. The link is http://www.myfoxaustin.com/dpp/about_us/FOX_7_Live_Music_Patterson_Barrett Enjoy!</p>
Patterson Barretttag:pattersonbarrett.com,2005:Post/60506952007-11-05T18:00:00-06:002012-01-30T02:17:34-06:00What A Hoot!
<p>The 1st Annual Gram Parsons Birthday Hoot, that is. Man, what an incredible night! Thanks to everyone who helped make it happen. There are lots of photos at https://www.flickr.com/photos/kingsnake/sets/72157603003409211/ and http://www.austin360.com/alist/mediahub/media/slideshow/index.jsp?tId=43918.
I could go on and on, but a look at the list of guest performers kind of says it all. Everybody did a great job, and I can't wait to do it again next year!</p>
Patterson Barretttag:pattersonbarrett.com,2005:Post/60506942007-11-04T18:00:00-06:002012-01-30T02:17:34-06:00The 1st Annual Gram Parsons Birthday Hoot!
<p>A pioneer in the marriage of country and rock music, Gram Parsons (www.gramparsons.com) has been an undeniable influence on the artists and music of today's Americana movement. 34 years after his death, on the anniversary of his birth, an impressive list of performers will gather to sing his music. This is not only a night for those familiar with his music to remember, but an opportunity for those not familiar with his music to hear and enjoy it for the first time.
A house band will accompany a parade of invited participants to perform their favorite Gram Parsons songs (either written, recorded by, or associated with Gram Parsons). The concert will take place on November 5th, Gram Parson's birthday, from 7 to 10PM at Threadgill's World Headquarters in Austin TX, hosted by me, Patterson Barrett.
Proceeds will benefit The Sims Foundation, an organization that provides low-cost counseling and other mental health services to Austin-area musicians and their families.
A growing list of performers includes:
*Cody and Willy Braun from the band Reckless Kelly
*Gurf Morlix, if you're a musician, you probably know Gurf,
*Earl P. Ball, whose work appears with Gram's on the Byrd's Sweetheart Of The Rodeo album,
*Christine Albert, solo artist and half of the duo Albert and Gage,
*Ed Jurdi and Gordy Quist from The Band Of Heathens
*Patterson Barrett
*Freddie "Steady" Krc
*Randy Weeks
*Lisa Hayes
*Dustin Welch
*Mandy Mercier
*Cam King (of the Explosives) who will also be employing his second-string-bender in the house band.
*Jamie Oldaker, drummer to the stars
*David Cotton, drummer turned talent buyer</p>
Patterson Barretttag:pattersonbarrett.com,2005:Post/60506932007-08-25T19:00:00-05:002012-01-30T02:17:34-06:00History Lesson
<p>Peter Blackstock, co-editor of No Depression magazine, had some interesting stuff to say about my long ago band, Partners In Crime. Click this link
http://www.nodepression.net/blogs/peter/2007/08/_partners_in_crime.html
to check it out.</p>
Patterson Barretttag:pattersonbarrett.com,2005:Post/60506922007-08-18T19:00:00-05:002012-01-30T02:17:34-06:00Back from the Tropics!
<p>I returned from an amazing week of vacationing in Costa Rica with my family, recharged and ready to start ramping up to promotion and performance frenzy in anticipation of the national release of "I Must Be Dreaming"(on October 9th). I got back in the groove with a wonderful Happy Hour show at Jovita's, here in Austin. It's a great family-friendly venue with food and a nice stage, good sound (thanks, Bobby!) and a dance floor. Members of my family even made an appearance, including my daughter Dana, providing me the opportunity to embarrass her by identifying "I've Been Loving You For So Long (Dana's Song)" as being inspired by, and about, her. Lots of upcoming gigs in the works, so stay tuned!</p>
Patterson Barretttag:pattersonbarrett.com,2005:Post/60506912007-07-23T19:00:00-05:002012-01-30T02:17:34-06:00BBQ Break Set
<p>Who knew?
My friend, singer/songwriter and music scene shaker Paula Held did. She was scheduled to play a "break set" last night at Artz Rib House, during Sarah Elizabeth Campbell's break. That's right, there is actually a guy who books a person to get up during a break between someone's set on a Monday night at a BBQ restaurant. Well anyway, my friend Paula wasn't sure she felt well enough after minor surgery earlier in the day to get up and do her stuff, and graciously asked me if I would like to help out. I of course said yes, and I ended up accompanying her on a couple of her songs and then finishing out with 5 of my own. It was a lot of fun, and there were a bunch of scene-makers in attendance, including longtime musical friend Bob Livingston. And now I've been invited back to do my very own Break Set--August 20th. Hope to see you there!</p>
Patterson Barretttag:pattersonbarrett.com,2005:Post/60506902007-07-21T19:00:00-05:002012-01-30T02:17:34-06:00CD release week
<p>Wow! Thanks to everyone who came out to the shows last week. I hope (but seriously doubt) that everyone had as good a time as I did. In case you missed it, the band sounded great. First and foremost (sorry other valuable and very much appreciated band members) was Robert McEntee's performance. His guitar playing anchored the songs, allowing me to goof off on other instruments or concentrate on singing. Of course, the rhythm section, Keith Carper on bass and Kenny Felton on drums, also did a spectacular job with the songs, including a few from my back catalouge that Keith and Kenny hadn't played in years. I was also lucky to have Lorrie Singer singing harmony on some of the songs, and doing a great job! (she had to learn words!) I know from my own experience accompying other artists, that when learning a bunch of someone else's songs, you really open up your psyche to be inhabited by the material, and it represents a certain sacrifice, when the songs surface during any and all your everyday activities (including dreaming!) Thanks to all of you.
The CD is now available locally at Waterloo Records, and online through CD Baby (a link is provided on the "Buy" page), with a national release set for October 2nd. Keep your eyes peeled for more performances, and come up and say Hi! next time you see me.</p>
Patterson Barretttag:pattersonbarrett.com,2005:Post/60506892007-06-30T19:00:00-05:002021-07-22T12:30:55-05:00From Austin To Boulder
<p>Thanks to Lorrie Singer and Bradley Kopp, I had the opportunity to visit the beautiful town of Boulder Colorado this week. I played a noon set outdoors at the downtown mall—vey picturesque, kids splashing in a nearby water feature, ice cream vendors, and lots of Lorrie and Brad's friends, all of whom welcomed me with warm and open arms. One of them, Liz (I could tell you her last name, but then I'd have to kill ya) got up and sang harmony along with Lorrie as I sang Concrete & Steel from the new CD. (Thanks!) I also got to spend an afternoon hiking way up in the Rocky Mountains with my longtime friend and ex Partners In Crime bandmate Tessalin Green (credited as Lin Parafin on the album), and have pictures to prove it (see photo section). I hope to return soon to perform and to reconnect with all the new friends I made.</p>
Patterson Barretttag:pattersonbarrett.com,2005:Post/60506882007-06-22T19:00:00-05:002012-01-30T02:17:34-06:00On the radio?!
<p>Although the new CD is not "officially" released, it is for sale (see BUY on this site) and a few copies have been sprinkled about. As a result, you may have heard it played on KGSR (thanks Roger!) or KUT (Laurie, you rock!) here in Austin. The rest of the world will have to wait till the global promotional team is in position. Or buy a copy here and play it (notice, I didn't say burn it) for your friends.</p>
Patterson Barretttag:pattersonbarrett.com,2005:Post/60506872007-06-11T19:00:00-05:002012-01-30T02:17:34-06:00Gearing up for Gigging
<p>I'm in the process of gathering a few of my talented friends to work up the songs from my upcoming CD release. Robert McEntee, a gifted singer/songwriter in his own right and sought-after guitarist will be joining me for upcoming gigs to celebrate the new CD. Appearing on bass will be Keith Carper whose main gig these days is playing with Hal Ketchum. Also on tap is drummer Kenny Felton, who played in one of my previous ventures "Dr. Patterson Barrett & Associates". I'm pretty excited!</p>
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