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 contemporary acoustic folk, peppered with rhythm and spice!
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My latest CD, SECRETS AND STORIES, was released in Sept. 2007 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.
Thank you Patti for sharing yet another wonderful performance with all of us last night at Tom's. Also, thank you for allowing us to join you on a few of your tunes. What a great time, thank you Patti!
Yes, I'll agree with Fred 100% - you really lifted the evening right up to a whole new level. Fred and I will support you anytime! Seriously girl, we are gonna have a good ol' time at Tom's - I can feel it! XOX, Lori
Thank YOU Patti! You gave a wonderful performance last night at Ichabod's. I'll speak for Lori here, as is was an absolute pleasure to support you and your wonderful music. Thank you for allowing us that honor AND for driving over to see us. You helped to make the evening for us very special for all of us. It would also be an honor to support you and your music in the future. We'll see you at Tom's on Main Street in Northboro next Saturday, Aug.1st!! Until then, I wish for you a peaceful day, today and always.
Patti, thank you for taking me up on my invite to you for your music is simply fantastic. Your words are so close to home and define my family and those close to me...Love your flow...Have a great rest of the week...Bev Bishop
Thank you so much Patti - I was so happy to see your smiling face when I walked through the door! I so appreciate your support, your talent and your friendship. Let's chat more about doing a show together. Thanks again! XO, Lori
What a nice surprise to see you last night. Thanks for performing some tunes. I love your sound. You get such a great groove going with Complicated Woman. It was so cool getting the harmonies going too. My friend Mark would have been pysch'ed. Hopefully we can get you to one of those campfires this summer at Jackie's.
