I love all kinds of music. Early influences were James Taylor, Joni Mitchell, the Beatles, Bonnie Raitt, Earl Klugh, and Motown. Now I'm listening to artists ranging from Ani DiFranco, Shawn Colvin, Patty Griffin, Dave Matthews, Amos Lee, Paolo Nutini, Justin Nozuka, Damien Rice, india.arie, Silvio Rodriguez, and Pink. And I have a real passion for calypso, soca, & reggae!
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I'm a singer-songwriter-guitarist living in the Boston area and I play comtemporary acoustic folk, peppered with rhythm and spice!
My new CD, SECRETS AND STORIES, was released in Sept. 2008 and was recorded at Thomas Eaton Recording in Newburyport, MA. It is bursting with the flavors of jazz, R&B, rock, and funk, all grounded in a folk sensibility. The smooth vocals and crisp guitar playing are supported by a stellar cast of musicians including Vance Gilbert on vocals, Billy Novick on clarinet and sax, Lorne Entress on drums, Paul Kochanski on bass, John Curtis on guitar and mandolin, Kristen Miller ..o, Tara Greenblatt on vocals and congas, Pablo Picker on vocals and keyboards, and producer Tom Eaton ..boards, vocals, and percussion. And then, of course, there is the songwriting – lyrics and melodies overflowing with passion, insight, and attitude.
"A must see artist..." Motif Magazine
"A honey-warm voice, clear and adventurous guitar work and incisive lyrics are all hallmarks of Patti's work, and they are still only the tip of her talent iceberg. See this musician soon wherever you can..." Vance Gilbert, performer.
"A powerful presence...fun, funky, and sizzling!". Tara Greenblatt, performer
"Patti DeRosa is a gem that stands out in the vast sea of singer-songwriters." Madalyn Sklar, Go Girls Music
"BEST FEMALE VOCALIST" Nominee in the 2008 Motif Music Awards, Rhode Island's premiere music magazine.
My first CD, PARADISE, was released in January 2005 and has received airplay on radio stations across the country and as far aways as the US Virgin Islands and Australia. I've opened for artists such as Antje Duvekot, Vance Gilbert, Lisa Moscatiello, Terence Martin, Kevin So, and Emma's Revolution (Pat Humphries and Sandy O). I was selected to perform at the 2007 Boston Folk Festival, 2006 Folk Alliance Martin Guitar Showcase and the 2006 South Florida Folk Festival. I am a performing member of Indiegrrls, Go Girls Elite, Rhode Island Songwriters Association. Just Plain Folks, and SongsAlive Elite.
Great music! I hope to catch up with you at a show. I see you know Carlyn, she too is a great musician and a very cool person to know. Have a great weekend! Bryan
Hello dear Patti, I'm always so impressed when I see this schedule you keep. You are amazing!! Just sending some love your way! Have a great labor day, Love, C.
Hey Girl! What a fabulous treat - to be able to see/hear you last night. You were stellar as always, and I LOVE that song! Well done my sweet friend, you are always an inspiration. Peace, love and light, Lori
Hello my dear friend, So great to see your pretty face at Amazing Things last night. Thank you for playing my favorite song of yours! You sounded fantastic in your usual Patti fashion!! Let's get together soon. I just got a video from my release that would be fun to watch! Love, C.
Hi Patti ! That Was A Great Set You Did Last Night at The Blues Festival! It Was To Our advantage to go on Early,Later on the Crowd was Very Sparse..................... SAM
It was nice to see & hear you last night (even better being on the same bill!) I think we all did a nice job on the 'Lightning in a Bottle' tune. Hope to see you soon!
Girrrl!!!! Your new CD is everything I thought it would be and so much more. I'm honored to have both the CD, and your friendship! Peace, love and light, Lori
Patti I can't tell you how great it was to have met you, and to have heard you play. You are an amazing musician, and I admire your song writing. You keep it real, and it is something that is lacking in music now a days. I hope to co-bill again someday. Talk soon.
