Pat James

From the archives: Originally poste June 2023

Let me begin by expressing my genuine love for every aspect of my musical career thus far. I wouldn't change a thing because it has brought me to where I am today.

The…

From the archives: Originally posted May 2025

Nostalgia

A few days ago, Pat James played at an open mic I was attending. He told of how the pandemic sparked a withdrawal from performing that lingered beyond the lockdown.  He found…

“Suffer Me” demonstrates the power of minimalism executed with care: a track that relies entirely on heartfelt performance and subtle musicality, solidifying its place as one of the most intimate and emotionally moving moments on “I’d Like To Leave.”
Dulaxi

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“from impromptu garage shows to opening for Gilby Clarke, former Guns N’ Roses guitarist. The storytelling is evident in his music, as is his passion for classic blues and country.”
MaxFM 89.1

One of the best parts of being an…

Looking back, it's interesting to revisit the thoughts, goals, and experiences I was carrying at the time. Some things have changed, some haven't, but the love of songwriting and storytelling remains the same.

I appreciate the opportunity I had to…

From the archives: Originally posted October 2025

Honestly, words don’t even come close… but here I go. 

It took us a few days to come down from the high... We are completely overwhelmed by the turnout at our album release…

“Pat James talks about why he finally committed to a full-length album, how he thinks about genre (and why he tries not to), and what “success” looks like when you care more about real rooms than big numbers.”
The Indie…

From the archives: Originally posted July 2023

I sort of fell into it… For about a year, I had been playing the acoustic guitar alone in my bedroom, just writing love-sick songs like any 13-year-old would, I guess. The thought…

"There is a slight change happening, a sadness that makes you feel better, and a weight that never goes down. "On The Edge" is the quiet release that comes after a long time of holding back feelings" 
- Zillions Magazine

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"Other album favorites are “Old Roads,” “A Life worth Talking About,” and “In The Dark,” but the entire album is a must-listen from beginning to end, and perfect for fans of roots-rock, Americana, and good old fashioned rock and roll."…