BIOGRAPHY
“...Guitarist and Singer-Songwriter, Will Patrick is a seasoned pro with a mature sound, having played guitar with various jazz legends since his teens. The Floridian in New York specializes in casually complex jazz fusion, but also has a wonderful line in hazy hip-hop and neo-soul inspired moods. One thing you can guarantee from his performances this week? Groove... ”
Will Patrick, Guitarist
New York-based guitarist, singer, and songwriter Will Patrick combines R&B, jazz, funk, rock, hip-hop, and soul music. While still in his teens, he performed at venues including the Blue Note New York, Blue Note Tokyo, and Java Jazz Festival in Indonesia.
Will Patrick’s sound has been described as “fiery, soulful, and eclectic” and has drawn inspiration from artists like Butcher Brown, Roy Hargrove, Jimi Hendrix, and D’Angelo while developing his own distinct voice. Artists he has performed with include Larry Coryell, Kirk Whalum, Billy Kilson, Bob James, and Patti Austin. He has released several projects under his independent label, The Radical Collective, and has established himself as an up-and-coming artist of the new generation.
photo credit: BLUE NOTE TOKYO, Takuo Sato
photo credit: BLUE NOTE TOKYO, Takuo Sato
photo credit: BLUE NOTE TOKYO, Takuo Sato
