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JOHN PATITUCCI


BIO:
Born in 1959 in Brooklyn, New York, John Patitucci began playing the electric bass at age ten. John began composing and performing at age 12. At age 15, he began to play the acoustic bass and at age 16 began the piano. He quickly moved from playing soul and rock to blues, jazz and classical music. His eclectic tastes caused him to explore all types of music as a player and a composer. John studied classical bass at San Francisco State University and Long Beach State University. In 1980, he continued his career in Los Angeles as a studio musician and a jazz artist.

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New Album From Jazz Vocalist Andy James Out Now Photo New Album From Jazz Vocalist Andy James Out Now
by A.A. Cristi - November 08, 2024

Jazz vocalist Andy James released her new album, LET ME SEE YOUR HEART, featuring original songs and classics. The album includes collaborations with renowned musicians like Jon Cowherd and Nate Smith....

Charlie Peacock to Release New Full-Length Album in August Photo Charlie Peacock to Release New Full-Length Album in August
by Josh Sharpe - July 30, 2024

EVERY KIND OF UH-OH — a 10-track masterclass in songwriting, only made possible through the lens of his deep experience, musical and otherwise — will be available across the digital streaming services, in addition to a limited-edition release of vinyl and CDs. ...

Chelsea Music Festival to Present PATITUCCI & FRIENDS and More in June Photo Chelsea Music Festival to Present PATITUCCI & FRIENDS and More in June
by Blair Ingenthron - May 20, 2024

Chelsea Music Festival is celebrating its 15th season with nine evenings of concerts, conversation, and tastings with musicians, visual artists, chefs from June 21-29, 2024....

Mike Holober Will Release 'This Rock We're On: Imaginary Letters' Photo Mike Holober Will Release 'This Rock We're On: Imaginary Letters'
by Nicole Rosky - March 29, 2024

Explore Mike Holober's unique blend of lifelong passions in his upcoming release, 'THIS ROCK WE’RE ON: IMAGINARY LETTERS', available June 14 via Palmetto....

Miguel Zenón & Luis Perdomo Earn Grammy Nomination For 'El Arte Del Bolero Vol. 2' Photo Miguel Zenón & Luis Perdomo Earn Grammy Nomination For 'El Arte Del Bolero Vol. 2'
by Michael Major - November 13, 2023

Miguel Zenón & Luis Perdomo Earn Grammy(R) Nomination for 'El Arte Del Bolero Vol. 2.' The title references the beauty of the Latin-American Songbook and the Bolero in particular. The album expands on the initial concept of El Arte Del Bolero Vol. 1 while maintaining the intent of playing songs the ...

Michael Blake to Release Brazilian-Infused 'Dance of the Mystic Bliss' Photo Michael Blake to Release Brazilian-Infused 'Dance of the Mystic Bliss'
by Michael Major - March 13, 2023

Dance of the Mystic Bliss also marks Blake’s recording debut (as a leader) on flute, an instrument he spent time woodshedding during lockdown. In a 25-year career spanning 15 albums, not to mention innovative stints with the Lounge Lizards, the Jazz Composers Collective and much more, the 58-year-ol...

Bass Extremes Debut New Single 'Just-in Time' Featuring Tool's Justin Chancellor Photo Bass Extremes Debut New Single 'Just-in Time' Featuring Tool's Justin Chancellor
by Michael Major - August 05, 2022

It’s the second single/video revealed ahead of their upcoming album, S’Low Down. The 10-track album features a variety of legendary musicians, including Ron Carter, Bootsy Collins, Marcus Miller, Oteil Burbridge, Justin Chancellor, Linda Oh, Edgar Meyer, John Patitucci, Billy Sheehan, Joe Dart, and ...

Rob Silverman to Release 'Drumology, Vol. II' Photo Rob Silverman to Release 'Drumology, Vol. II'
by Michael Major - July 25, 2022

Drumology, Volume II will be released by Autumn Hill Records, features drum greats from jazz, fusion, prog and rock including Billy Cobham, Mike Mangini and Todd Sucherman, along with an all-star band including keyboardists Michael Silverman and Jay Oliver, guitarist Dweezil Zappa and bassist John P...

Drummer, Percussionist And Composer George Lernis' New Record BETWEEN TWO WORLDS Is O Photo Drummer, Percussionist And Composer George Lernis' New Record BETWEEN TWO WORLDS Is Out Today
by Chloe Rabinowitz - June 10, 2022

Now, following his album Shapes of Nature, Lernis presents a profound musical and societal statement with Between Two Worlds. Drawing on his roots, jazz tradition and poetry, Lernis creates a unified sonic presence that transcends the conventional boundaries of both nations....

Find Out Who Won at the 2022 GRAMMY Awards - All the Winners! Photo Find Out Who Won at the 2022 GRAMMY Awards - All the Winners!
by Michael Major - April 21, 2022

The 64th Annual GRAMMY Awards featured a tribute to Stephen Sondheim, a win for Barlow and Bear's 'Unofficial Bridgerton Musical,' Lady Gaga and Tony Bennett for their 'Love For Sale' Cole Porter duets album, Olivia Rodrigo, and more. Check out the full list of winners now!...

The Dave Weckl Band Reunites For A Very Special Live Album Photo The Dave Weckl Band Reunites For A Very Special Live Album
by A.A. Cristi - March 03, 2021

When the legendary Dave Weckl Band reunited on stage at the 2019 Chesterfield Wine & Jazz Festival in St. Louis, Missouri, the show was already a rare and very special occasion. But even playing their first real show together in more than a decade, the band had no idea how special the set would feel...

International Jazz Icon Igor Butman Announces 2020 Winter US Tour Photo International Jazz Icon Igor Butman Announces 2020 Winter US Tour
by Kaitlin Milligan - December 19, 2019

This coming January, world famous saxophone player, bandleader and producer Igor Butman will travel to the United States for a five-city tour of some of the country's most celebrated jazz institutions. The tour will mark the twentieth anniversary of Butman's acclaimed Moscow Jazz Orchestra, a 16-pie...

'Sorte!' is Nominated for the Grammy Award for Best Latin Jazz Album Photo 'Sorte!' is Nominated for the Grammy Award for Best Latin Jazz Album
by Sarah Jae Leiber - November 20, 2019

Award-winning composer John Finbury and singer-lyricist Thalma de Freitas team up for the first time on Sorte!...

Lizzo, Billie Eilish, & Lil Nas X Lead GRAMMY Nominations - See Full List! Photo Lizzo, Billie Eilish, & Lil Nas X Lead GRAMMY Nominations - See Full List!
by Kaitlin Milligan - November 20, 2019

Recording Academy® President/CEO Deborah Dugan alongside Academy Chair of the Board of Trustees and renowned record producer Harvey Mason Jr., as well as GRAMMY Awards® host Alicia Keys and past two-time GRAMMY® nominee Bebe Rexha, today revealed nominees for the 62nd GRAMMY Awards in select categor...

21C Music Festival Announces Lineup Photo 21C Music Festival Announces Lineup
by Sarah Jae Leiber - November 19, 2019

The seventh edition of the 21C Music Festival will include eight concerts over three weekends, from Saturday, January 11 to Saturday, January 25, 2020. Two additional events celebrate Grammy Award-winning composer and one of America's most renowned creative pioneers, Laurie Anderson. Anderson's pres...

Laurence Hobgood To Release New Album 't e s s e t e r r a' Photo Laurence Hobgood To Release New Album 't e s s e t e r r a'
by Kaitlin Milligan - February 20, 2019

Grammy-winner and world-renowned pianist/composer/arranger Laurence Hobgood will release his new album  t e s s e t e r r a  on April 26th, 2019. ...

61st Annual Monterey Jazz Festival Tickets On Sale Now Photo 61st Annual Monterey Jazz Festival Tickets On Sale Now
by A.A. Cristi - August 09, 2018

Three-day Arena and Grounds Ticket Packages for the 61st Annual Monterey Jazz Festival, September 21-23 are on sale now, and can be purchased online at montereyjazzfestival.org or by calling 888.248.6499....

Paul Simon To Release New Album IN THE BLUE LIGHT September 7, With Final Leg Of Hom Photo Paul Simon To Release New Album IN THE BLUE LIGHT September 7, With Final Leg Of Homeward Bound - The Farewell Tour
by Macon Prickett - July 12, 2018

Legendary songwriter, recording artist and performer Paul Simon will release his 14 th studio album - In The Blue Light - on September 7. Produced by Simon and Roy Halee, who have worked together since the 1960s, the album features a talented cast of musicians who have joined Simon to lend fresh pe...

Laury Shelley Releases New CD EP 'Time Is A Healer' Photo Laury Shelley Releases New CD EP 'Time Is A Healer'
by Stephi Wild - May 22, 2018

Praised by Billboard Magazine as 'a singer with exciting vocal ability,' singer/songwriter Laury Shelley is proud to announce the release of her long-awaited new CD EP. Time Is A Healer , covers a variety of genres: soul, r & b, funk, jazz, adult contemporary and pop power ballads. The album marks t...

 61st Annual Monterey Jazz Festival Package Tickets On Sale 5/1 Photo 61st Annual Monterey Jazz Festival Package Tickets On Sale 5/1
by Tori Hartshorn - April 26, 2018

Three-day Arena and Grounds Ticket Packages for the 61st Annual Monterey Jazz Festival, September 21-23 go on sale Tuesday, May 1. Tickets can be purchased online at montereyjazzfestival.org or by calling 888.248.6499....

Drum Legend Simon Phillips to Release 'Protocol 4' 10/27 Photo Drum Legend Simon Phillips to Release 'Protocol 4' 10/27
by Caryn Robbins - October 24, 2017

Drum legend & producer extraordinaire Simon Phillips will be releasing Protocol 4 on October 27th on Phantom Recordings, distributed by AMPED. Simon Phillips is by far one of the world's most renowned and respected drummers, whose style not only reflects his technical gift but also his distinct mu...












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