In collaboration with the musicians who inspired his music career and a new musical guest, Jamie Lee Patterson invites everyone to ring in the new year with this refreshed and amplified version of Eudora. Originally inspired by Jamie’s grandmother, this heartfelt song promotes compassion and hope during challenging times. This new version features a collaboration with members of Jamie’s father’s band Otis Wack, originally known as Eudora which was established in 1974. Making this year their 50th anniversary. The collaboration involves Jamie’s father, Patrick Perry Patterson on drums, Ron Elliott on bass, and Wade Calnek on lead guitar. This project honours family legacy and highlights the enduring power of music across generations. LA-based vocalist Stephanie Nicole lends her soulful voice, adding depth to the track. Eudora was recorded by Crooked Castle Studios and mixed by renowned Toronto producer Dan Hosh. The video was filmed by Dan Fatu in Brighton, England and reedited at Crooked Castle Studios.
This is my “macro real-time view of humanity” which refers to a broad perspective of society as a whole. The song “Sick of It” highlights how our ego has a pervasive influence on us and how much effort we need to put in to overcome it. I express my exasperation and frustration with the way we treat each other and engage in wars that ultimately worsen division and inflict suffering. The message conveyed here is that we are not yet ready to wake up and realize our faults as a society.SEUMAS
☝️ I recorded “Seumas” on September 4th, 2024. However, I wrote it on March 20th, 2003, moments after Bush invaded Iraq. As time goes on, the lyrics seem to resonate more chillingly. I’ve embedded the full 32-bit file above. Feel free to listen to it on Spotify, Apple, YouTube, or whatever you use. However the file above sounds the best.
In 2004, I recorded a raw and poorly recorded demo in my basement during the early morning hours. The base of this recording was created then, with an out-of-tune guitar. After 16 years, my friend HJL added an amazing musical backdrop to the recording, including drums, keys, and effects outside the box. HJL also created an incredible video that perfectly complements the music.
My heart swells with pride as I listen to my sister, Jesse Christine Patterson, beautifully perform my song, “Dear Jane,”. It’s a true testament to the power of collaboration and the magick that can happen when artists come together. I’m grateful for the opportunity to master the live-off-the-floor cell phone recording at Crooked Castle Studios, a space I affectionately refer to as my sanctuary.
Eudora video Premiere-Live at The Railway Inn, Brighton, England on July 3, 2019, recorded by Stanley Steere Photographed by Dan Fatu 0:00 – Eudora 4:16 – Kids in Love 7:00 – Dear Jane 11:16 – Our Kids Rights 14:37 – David in the Time of Waking 17:00 – Refrigerator
Refrigerator – Live at Al Whittle Theatre June 3, 2017.
Jamie Lee Patterson in collaboration with Clark McMillan and Callihoo recorded live late at night in Toronto in January 2017 0:00 – Eudora 5:15 – Our Kid’s Rights 9:05 – Callihoo 10:20 – The Fool
If you’re feeling overwhelmed, take a moment to unwind with my latest tune, “Morning”. Its soothing melody resonates with the anxiety many of us are facing due to the pandemic. Personally, spending time in nature has been essential to my well-being. I hope this song brings you the same sense of peace it brings me. My best wishes to you.
During a trip to Montreal, I had the pleasure of staying with my good friend Clark McMillan. He was hard at work on a painting for my upcoming EP, which I titled “A Search for a Sunny Day Project.” One of the highlights of my visit was on April 7, 2017. I performed at The Yellow Door, a well-known underground music venue. The host and audience were incredibly warm and welcoming, and I had an amazing time.