tag:joshuapatterson.com,2005:/blogs/latest-news?p=4Latest News2024-01-17T04:19:43-06:00Joshua Pattersonfalsetag:joshuapatterson.com,2005:Post/73352502024-01-17T04:19:43-06:002024-03-28T06:53:49-05:00Valentine's Day Sing-A-Grams are back for 2024<p>Back by popular demand for Valentine's Day 2024… Chicagoland's original <a class="no-pjax" href="https://www.facebook.com/events/344692111665215?ref=newsfeed" target="_blank" data-link-type="url">Sing-A-Grams</a>! Give your Valentine an unforgettable gift this year that will make all their co-workers jealous. Live song of your choice, bouquet of flowers, box of chocolates, and handwritten card delivered to your Valentine for just $129. Call 847-421-2356 or send a message on the <a class="no-pjax" href="/contact" target="_blank" data-link-type="page" data-link-label="Contact">contact</a> page to book your 2024 Sing-A-Gram. Limited availability.<br>-Josh<br><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/s:bzglfiles/u/282126/dd81506e7615c70ac1cd22a2405a33967fa75423/original/vday2024.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==" class="size_m justify_inline border_" /></p>Joshua Pattersontag:joshuapatterson.com,2005:Post/73212152023-12-19T03:05:07-06:002024-01-17T04:01:57-06:00Another great year coming to an end<p>One of the busiest years of my music career is coming to an end, but still plenty of 2023 events left at the <a class="no-pjax" href="/shows" target="_blank" data-link-type="page" data-link-label="Shows">shows</a> page. I am lucky to have such great friends, and I look forward to entertaining you all more in 2024.<br>-Josh<br><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/s:bzglfiles/u/282126/c995e66996d543ccd37a0f0da78424fa1e1c12cd/original/409637487-18290627320148422-1468208912072297984-n.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==" class="size_m justify_inline border_" /></p>Joshua Pattersontag:joshuapatterson.com,2005:Post/72264892023-06-14T13:18:39-05:002023-12-27T03:06:13-06:00This Summer is going to rock<p>I have added even more <a class="no-pjax" href="/shows" target="_blank" data-link-type="page" data-link-label="Shows">shows</a> to one of the busiest Summers I have ever had. I'm also excited to add a brand new music collaboration this Summer. I will be playing guitar and singing for the acoustic duo <a class="no-pjax" href="facebook.com/rozieraymusic" target="_blank" data-link-type="url">Rozie Ray and Joshua</a>. We have started playing <a class="no-pjax" href="www.sempleband.com" target="_blank" data-link-type="url">SEMPLE</a> shows with our new guitarist Tom Faron and I am so excited for some of the huge festival stages we will be playing with him soon. See you this Summer!<br>-Josh<br><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/s:bzglfiles/u/282126/d4553fd4523416606eb148330fc507bc8a357ab6/original/rozieraycoverupdated.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==" class="size_m justify_left border_" /></p>Joshua Pattersontag:joshuapatterson.com,2005:Post/72035612023-05-05T12:15:33-05:002023-12-27T03:05:21-06:00Goodbye Valentine<p>If you haven't heard the news, our longtime <a class="no-pjax" href="www.sempleband.com" target="_blank" data-link-type="url">SEMPLE</a> lead guitarist Valentine Bennett will be leaving the band to pursue other life goals. I am going to miss the Big V. It has been so much fun to play shows all around the country with one of the nicest and most talented bandmates I have ever worked with. We have a new guitarist that will be announced this month along with our awesome Summer 2023 schedule. I have a few acoustic gigs left before then. Check them out at the <a class="no-pjax" href="/shows" target="_blank" data-link-type="page" data-link-label="Shows">shows</a> page. See you all soon!<br>-Josh<br><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/s:bzglfiles/u/282126/1f3bf2c7f21395aaa2171b748ddcc0effd4963ee/original/342548139-203598139129762-4535187352387201906-n.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==" class="size_m justify_left border_" /></p>Joshua Pattersontag:joshuapatterson.com,2005:Post/71624442023-02-28T14:40:16-06:002023-05-03T02:16:25-05:00One last VJJ show and more just announced<p>Our second ever VJJ (Valentine, Johnny, Joshua) show was an unforgettable night at <a class="no-pjax" href="www.vixenmchenry.com" target="_blank" data-link-type="url">The Vixen</a>. There will be one last VJJ show on March 18th, 2023 at <a class="no-pjax" href="https://business.mchenrychamber.com/events/details/mchenry-shamrocks-the-fox-event-2023-25137" target="_blank" data-link-type="url">Shamrocks the Fox</a>! Keith Semple will be back from his tour with <a class="no-pjax" href="www.thecyberiam.com" target="_blank" data-link-type="url">The Cyberiam</a> after that for some amazing Summer 2023 <a class="no-pjax" href="www.sempleband.com" target="_blank" data-link-type="url">SEMPLE</a> shows and festivals. Check the <a class="no-pjax" href="/shows" data-link-type="page" data-link-label="Shows">shows</a> page for some that have already been announced.<br><br><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/s:bzglfiles/u/282126/5fc74a47a28545f5e7e9bf32428e79c2506a8c28/original/333142533-129601653366324-2604199416012032551-n.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==" class="size_m justify_left border_" /></p>Joshua Pattersontag:joshuapatterson.com,2005:Post/71471032023-02-01T15:55:03-06:002023-02-16T00:56:49-06:00Chicagoland's Originals Valentine's Day Sing-A-Grams are back for 2023<p>I'm excited to offer another year of <a contents="Valentine's Day Sing-A-Grams" data-link-label="Sing-A-Grams" data-link-type="page" href="/sing-a-grams">Valentine's Day Sing-A-Grams</a> to Chicagoland. I deliver a bouquet of flowers, box of chocolates, handwritten card, and live song performance of your choice for just $129. Custom videos available for virtual delivery for just $49. Limited availability. Book the gift they'll never forget by clicking <a contents="here" data-link-label="Contact" data-link-type="page" href="/contact">here</a>.<br><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/282126/721c07b26707877b31ac7842c9e994d37aff42f1/original/vday2023ad.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W1sic2l6ZSIsIm1lZGl1bSJdXQ==.jpg" class="size_m justify_left border_none" alt="" /></p>Joshua Pattersontag:joshuapatterson.com,2005:Post/69897102022-06-08T15:46:20-05:002023-12-10T11:20:41-06:00SSSSSummer 2022 scheduled is jam packed with all my "S" bands<p>I'm officially calling it SSSSSummer 2022 with the amount of "S" bands I will be performing with. Catch me on guitar, bass, ukulele, vocals, or a healthy mix of all in the bands <a contents="SEMPLE" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.sempleband.com" target="_blank">SEMPLE</a>, <a contents="Suit Up!" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.facebook.com/suitupduo" target="_blank">Suit Up!</a>, <a contents="Sk8er Boyz" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.facebook.com/sk8erboyzband" target="_blank">Sk8er Boyz</a>, <a contents="Solo" data-link-label="Solo" data-link-type="page" href="/solo" target="_blank">Solo</a>, and a just added date with <a contents="Simply Sound" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.simplysoundlive.com" target="_blank">Simply Sound</a>. Check them all out at the <a contents="shows" data-link-label="Shows" data-link-type="page" href="/shows" target="_blank">shows</a> page. We also just got our Summer 2022 SEMPLE Band merchandise in. It will be available for purchase at all upcoming SEMPLE Band shows. See you all soon!<br>-Josh<br><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/282126/79303824abb72b4d0419862259541cbffaa31be8/original/284623330-1720053691660381-1147143068592879969-n.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W1sic2l6ZSIsIm1lZGl1bSJdXQ==.jpg" class="size_m justify_left border_none" alt="" /></p>Joshua Pattersontag:joshuapatterson.com,2005:Post/69671512022-05-09T16:06:08-05:002023-12-10T11:09:01-06:0020th anniversary performance of Box Car Racer<p>Summer 2022 is around the corner and I can not wait! New <a contents="shows" data-link-label="Shows" data-link-type="page" href="/shows" target="_blank">shows</a> are being added weekly. I'll be performing this Summer with <a contents="SEMPLE Band" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.sempleband.com" target="_blank">SEMPLE Band</a>, <a contents="Cat Like Thief" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.facebook.com/CLTBoxCarRacer" target="_blank">Cat Like Thief</a>, <a contents="Suit Up" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.facebook.com/suitupduo" target="_blank">Suit Up</a>, <a contents="Sk8er Boyz" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.facebook.com/sk8erboyzband" target="_blank">Sk8er Boyz</a>, and <a contents="solo acoustic" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.facebook.com/joshuapattersonmusic" target="_blank">solo acoustic</a> performances. The last public <a contents="SEMPLE band" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.sempleband.com" target="_blank">SEMPLE band</a> show of May is next weekend at a <a contents="new venue" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://gipperscoalcity.com/" target="_blank">new venue</a>. Then Keith will be heading back out for another tour with <a contents="The Cyberiam" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.thecyberiam.com" target="_blank">The Cyberiam</a>. The following week I am beyond excited to perform the entire <a contents="Box Car Racer" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Box_Car_Racer" target="_blank">Box Car Racer</a> album on the actual 20th anniversary of its release! Check out <a contents="Cat Like Thief" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.facebook.com/CLTBoxCarRacer" target="_blank">Cat Like Thief</a> performing <a contents="Box Car Racer" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Box_Car_Racer" target="_blank">Box Car Racer</a> Saturday May 21st at <a contents="115 Bourbon Street" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.115bourbonstreet.com/" target="_blank">115 Bourbon Street</a>. See you all soon!<br>-Josh<br><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/282126/5f855072ff3f1084130609e40e612345e1036c54/original/clit2022header.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W1sic2l6ZSIsIm1lZGl1bSJdXQ==.jpg" class="size_m justify_left border_none" alt="" /></p>Joshua Pattersontag:joshuapatterson.com,2005:Post/69043562022-02-22T16:35:33-06:002023-12-10T11:56:38-06:00Thank you for another successful year of Valentine's Day Sing-A-Grams<p>2022 has been shaping up to be a great year of music. I enjoyed another busy Valentine's Day of delivering Sing-A-Grams. Click <a contents="here" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://youtube.com/shorts/xP3-7vJTAdg?feature=share" target="_blank">here</a> to see some short clips from this year. Remember, Sing-A-Grams are available year round. <a contents="Contact" data-link-label="Contact" data-link-type="page" href="/contact" target="_blank">Contact</a> me to book one for your special occasion. Also check out the many new dates being added to the <a contents="shows" data-link-label="Shows" data-link-type="page" href="/shows" target="_blank">shows</a> page.<br>-Josh<br><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/282126/4f46a00109fde860beb0911e9e431087b6b3caff/original/vday2022ad.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W1sic2l6ZSIsIm1lZGl1bSJdXQ==.jpg" class="size_m justify_left border_none" alt="" /></p>Joshua Pattersontag:joshuapatterson.com,2005:Post/67188032021-08-16T18:57:53-05:002024-02-26T00:27:58-06:00The return of live music isn't over yet<p>Hey friends. Thank you so much for making this year so much better than the last. 2020 is a year better forgotten, but I never could have expected the gracious response we have gotten with the return of live music this Summer. You all have made me feel missed, and I appreciate that very much. I just added a bunch of new <a contents="shows" data-link-label="Shows" data-link-type="page" href="/shows" target="_blank">shows</a>. Be sure to double check the calendar as some dates have changed. Let's close this season out with a bang!<br>-Josh<br><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/282126/634645c604b26f2a1a01c106fb5ab81fe08552be/original/214747811-3724082961028895-6135352730626419944-n.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W1sic2l6ZSIsIm1lZGl1bSJdXQ==.jpg" class="size_m justify_left border_none" alt="" /></p>Joshua Pattersontag:joshuapatterson.com,2005:Post/66662762021-06-21T19:09:11-05:002023-12-10T10:40:31-06:00New band alert<p>Hey everyone. I'm excited to announce that I will be fronting the world's only Boxcar Racer tribute band, <a contents="Cat Like Thief" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.facebook.com/CLTBoxcarRacer" target="_blank">Cat Like Thief</a>! We have our debut show this Friday at <a contents="Sundance Saloon" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.theoriginalsundancesaloon.com/" target="_blank">Sundance Saloon</a> in Mundelein, IL. I also just added a bunch of other Summer gigs to the shows page. I look forward to seeing everyone this Summer!<br>-Josh<br><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/282126/a1c3c34a8cf867eec3e8cc621702143b4ed360ea/original/clitprofilepic4.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W1sic2l6ZSIsIm1lZGl1bSJdXQ==.jpg" class="size_m justify_left border_none" alt="" /></p>Joshua Pattersontag:joshuapatterson.com,2005:Post/66477172021-06-02T16:40:31-05:002023-12-10T11:08:28-06:00Tons of Summer 2021 shows just added<p>Not much more needs to be said than that. Check out the new dates just added to the <a contents="shows" data-link-label="Shows" data-link-type="page" href="/shows">shows</a> page!<br>-Josh<br><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/282126/97ffdc83d33b3f9bebee589c51d676adff0de0eb/original/195919614-1194268231031864-7973552776163764502-n.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W1sic2l6ZSIsIm1lZGl1bSJdXQ==.jpg" class="size_m justify_left border_none" alt="" /></p>Joshua Pattersontag:joshuapatterson.com,2005:Post/66094962021-04-20T15:51:30-05:002022-05-26T02:24:43-05:00Festivals and full band shows starting back up<p>It's been a crazy year to look back on. I thank everyone that tuned into the many quarantine livestreams. We have received a tremendous response to the medleys we put together during lockdown. The <a contents="shows" data-link-label="Shows" data-link-type="page" href="/shows">shows</a> page has been updated with new Summer shows that I will be playing with <a contents="SEMPLE" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.SEMPLEband.com" target="_blank">SEMPLE</a>, <a contents="Suit Up!" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.facebook.com/suitupduo" target="_blank">Suit Up!</a>, <a contents="Sk8er Boyz" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.facebook.com/sk8erboyzband" target="_blank">Sk8er Boyz</a>, and some <a contents="solo" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.facebook.com/joshuapattersonmusic" target="_blank">solo</a> shows. Be sure to mark your calendars and stay safe as we get back to normalcy.<br>-Josh<br><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/282126/e83933babbdf0badde7fbedd0d8f41edb2910e21/original/sempleconstellation.jpg/!!/undefined/b:W1sic2l6ZSIsIm1lZGl1bSJdXQ==.jpg" class="size_m justify_left border_none" alt="" /></p>Joshua Pattersontag:joshuapatterson.com,2005:Post/65399062021-02-04T19:04:09-06:002024-03-28T06:53:49-05:00Sing-A-Grams are back with new virtual option<p>I have limited time slots available. Many love songs to chose from as well as bouquet of flowers, box of chocolates, and handwritten card delivered to your Valentine. Click <a contents="Contact" data-link-label="Contact" data-link-type="page" href="/contact" target="_blank">Contact</a> of call (847) 421-2356 to book a Valentine's Day Sing-A-Gram! Give them an unforgettable gift this year.<br>-Josh<br><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/282126/cc4b3a06ed5296843a5d4ec0a799b0bcd3bfc62e/original/vday2021ad.jpg/!!/undefined/b:W1sic2l6ZSIsIm1lZGl1bSJdXQ==.jpg" class="size_m justify_left border_none" alt="" /></p>Joshua Pattersontag:joshuapatterson.com,2005:Post/64979212020-12-12T10:57:25-06:002022-05-26T08:56:30-05:00Last performances of this unfortunate year<p>As the year comes to an end I am excited and positive for what is to come. <a contents="SEMPLE" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.sempleband.com" target="_blank">SEMPLE</a> has a few more live-streams happening while we are unable to perform to live crowds. I have a few more solo shows, as well as a very special live-stream with some of Chicago's most talented musicians. Tune into <a contents="Holiday LIVE Fest" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.facebook.com/events/1253809944978908" target="_blank">Holiday LIVE Fest</a> this Sunday, presented by <a contents="Huntley Fall Fest" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.facebook.com/huntleyfallfest" target="_blank">Huntley Fall Fest</a>. There is a new holiday <a contents="video" data-link-label="Videos" data-link-type="page" href="/videos">video</a> up, and new <a contents="shows" data-link-label="Shows" data-link-type="page" href="/shows">shows</a> added to the calendar including a brand new weekly <a contents="bingo" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.facebook.com/NotYourNanasBingo" target="_blank">bingo</a> night. Thank you for the continued support through this rough year.<br>-Josh</p>
<p><iframe class="justify_inline" data-video-type="youtube" data-video-id="cIG_T2aZaZM" data-video-thumb-url="https://img.youtube.com/vi/cIG_T2aZaZM/mqdefault.jpg" type="text/html" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/cIG_T2aZaZM?rel=0&wmode=transparent&enablejsapi=1" frameborder="0" height="180" width="320" allowfullscreen="true"></iframe></p>Joshua Pattersontag:joshuapatterson.com,2005:Post/64341262020-09-15T11:30:50-05:002023-12-10T11:20:41-06:00Life after quarantine<p>Updates have been lacking during this pandemic, as live shows are still limited. I first want to thank everyone for helping out and tuning into my quaranstreams with <a contents="SEMPLE" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.sempleband.com" target="_blank">SEMPLE</a>, <a contents="Suit Up" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.facebook.com/suitupduo" target="_blank">Suit Up</a>, and solo. Thank you also to the <a contents="TGTN Backstage" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.facebook.com/335276340193828/videos/295780034901733" target="_blank">TGTN Backstage</a> and <a contents="OK Boomer" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://youtu.be/0ANJjEbjvP0" target="_blank">OK Boomer</a> podcasts for having me as their guest during quarantine. The pandemic wiped out my biggest Summer yet, but you have all given me the support I need to come back strong when fests are safe. <a contents="Sing-A-Grams" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.chicagolivemusicians.com/sing-a-grams" target="_blank">Sing-A-Grams</a> are available again (from a safe distance) so you can send a special song to that music lover in your life who has been missing live music. SEMPLE band has also added a live video of our <a contents="brand new medley" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://youtu.be/mTNLljnB3Js" target="_blank">brand new medley</a> to our pages and we will also be streaming live next Monday from our <a contents="facebook page" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.facebook.com/sempleband" target="_blank">facebook page</a>. Check out the new content here on my page, including new videos and photos. Please stay safe during these hard times.<br>-Josh</p>
<p><iframe class="justify_inline" data-video-type="youtube" data-video-id="mTNLljnB3Js" data-video-thumb-url="https://img.youtube.com/vi/mTNLljnB3Js/mqdefault.jpg" type="text/html" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/mTNLljnB3Js?rel=0&wmode=transparent&enablejsapi=1" frameborder="0" height="180" width="320" allowfullscreen="true"></iframe></p>Joshua Pattersontag:joshuapatterson.com,2005:Post/61099002020-01-15T20:48:48-06:002023-12-10T10:55:20-06:00Valentine's Day Sing-A-Grams are back<p>I have started booking <a contents="2020 Valentine's Day Sing-A-Grams" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.facebook.com/events/413627742742418/" target="_blank">2020 Valentine's Day Sing-A-Grams</a> and am excited to surprise more lucky recipients this year. Be sure to call (847) 421-2356 before all the Sing-A-Gram time slots are filled. As I mentioned in my last post, <a contents="SEMPLE band" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.sempleband.com" target="_blank">SEMPLE band</a> is back in the studio writing new music. I am happy to report that the songs are coming along great. We've also been working on some new covers and medleys, including our brand new girl medley that we are unveiling next weekend at Sundance Saloon in Mudelein, IL. I just added some other great gigs to the shows page. I hope to see some friendly faces out in this new year!<br>-Josh</p>
<p><a contents="" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.facebook.com/events/413627742742418/" target="_blank"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/282126/b88d0e38e5b8960c29e679d5ad32dea668973a4d/original/vday2020.jpg/!!/undefined/b:W1sic2l6ZSIsIm1lZGl1bSJdXQ==.jpg" class="size_m justify_left border_none" alt="" /></a></p>Joshua Pattersontag:joshuapatterson.com,2005:Post/60082692019-12-13T10:35:08-06:002022-05-28T05:35:37-05:00Season's Greetings<p>An incredible year of music is coming to an end. <a contents="SEMPLE band" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.sempleband.com" target="_blank">SEMPLE band</a> has some great shows left in 2019 including our <a contents="NYE party at Eaglewood Resort and Spa" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.eaglewoodresort.com/new_year_s_eve_events/" target="_blank">NYE party at Eaglewood Resort and Spa</a>. Packages are almost sold out so be sure to click on the <a contents="link" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.eaglewoodresort.com/new_year_s_eve_events/" target="_blank">link</a> and reserve yours before they are all gone. We have also been back in the studio writing new original music for our upcoming EP, as well as working on some great new covers and medleys for our live show. My schedule didn't leave me time to narrate the <a contents="Santa Cruise" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://santacruiselakegeneva.com/" target="_blank">Santa Cruise</a> again this year, but it is still running strong and you should go enjoy the holiday fun. I have found a few open dates to play with <a contents="Gina Gonzalez and the Wingmen" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.ginagonzalez.com" target="_blank">Gina Gonzalez and the Wingmen</a>, <a contents="Sk8er Boyz" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.facebook.com/sk8erboyzband/" target="_blank">Sk8er Boyz</a>, and <a contents="solo" data-link-label="Solo" data-link-type="page" href="/solo" target="_blank">solo</a> in the next few months. Check out all the new <a contents="shows" data-link-label="Shows" data-link-type="page" href="/shows" target="_blank">shows</a>.<br>-Josh</p>
<p><a contents="" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.eaglewoodresort.com/new_year_s_eve_events/" target="_blank"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/282126/eb0b5683cedfc1af45034b34f5d267fc8618a253/original/79889903-10157642913464043-6288871374580613120-n.jpg/!!/undefined/b:W1sic2l6ZSIsIm1lZGl1bSJdXQ==.jpg" class="size_m justify_left border_none" alt="" /></a></p>Joshua Pattersontag:joshuapatterson.com,2005:Post/59288552019-10-16T15:52:47-05:002023-12-10T11:24:08-06:00Summer fests turning into Winter holiday parties<p>It was an incredible fest season with <a contents="SEMPLE" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.sempleband.com" target="_blank">SEMPLE</a>. I have had a blast traveling across the country playing music with such awesome dudes (and a rock solid road crew). I just added new <a contents="shows" data-link-label="Shows" data-link-type="page" href="/shows" target="_blank">shows</a> with all of my bands. This month I will be giving my Thursday night free bingo to my good friend Dustin from <a contents="Moon Money" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.facebook.com/moonmoneyband/" target="_blank">Moon Money</a>. I have hosted Thursday bingo at <a contents="The Fogcutter" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.facebook.com/thefogcutter/" target="_blank">The Fogcutter</a> for the last 4 years but it is time to fill more of my Thursdays with music gigs and let my man Dustin take over the legacy. I'm also excited to announce that we will be writing a new <a contents="SEMPLE" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.sempleband.com" target="_blank">SEMPLE</a> record this Winter. Keep checking back for more news.<br>-Josh</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/282126/1ab175d5f6818b01511091656da7eeae2445346f/original/67186667-2316893851724793-4753020923848687616-n.jpg/!!/undefined/b:W1sic2l6ZSIsIm1lZGl1bSJdXQ==.jpg" class="size_m justify_none border_" /></p>Joshua Pattersontag:joshuapatterson.com,2005:Post/57756552019-05-31T17:05:47-05:002023-12-10T11:10:22-06:00I am the new bassist for SEMPLE band<p>I am so excited to announce that I have been chosen as the new full-time bassist for <a contents="SEMPLE" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://sempleband.com/home" target="_blank">SEMPLE</a>! We have a great Summer 2019 schedule coming that has just been posted to the <a contents="shows" data-link-label="Shows" data-link-type="page" href="/shows">shows</a> page. I will still be performing with my current bands and look forward to seeing everyone this season. Thank you to every one of you that has continued to support me on this incredible journey.<br>-Josh</p>
<p><iframe class="justify_inline" data-video-type="youtube" data-video-id="u3Ii7gN4lCk" data-video-thumb-url="https://img.youtube.com/vi/u3Ii7gN4lCk/mqdefault.jpg" type="text/html" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/u3Ii7gN4lCk?rel=0&wmode=transparent&enablejsapi=1" frameborder="0" height="180" width="320" allowfullscreen="true"></iframe></p>Joshua Pattersontag:joshuapatterson.com,2005:Post/57044892019-04-02T16:39:07-05:002023-12-10T11:10:20-06:00Spring is here and fests are on the way<p>Hello friends. So many updates happening on the website, including new ways to interact live with my performances from your phone or computer. I want to wish my great friend and singer <a contents="Gina Gonzalez" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.GinaGonzalez.com" target="_blank">Gina Gonzalez</a> the best of luck heading back out on tour with <a contents="Lt. Dan Band" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.ltdanband.com/" target="_blank">Lt. Dan Band</a> and congratulate her on the release of her <a contents="newest album" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.reverbnation.com/ginagonzalez" target="_blank">newest album</a>. I had the great pleasure of recording a few bass tracks on the new <a contents="EP" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.reverbnation.com/ginagonzalez" target="_blank">EP</a>. <a contents="Gina Gonzalez and The Wingmen" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.GinaGonzalez.com" target="_blank">Gina Gonzalez and The Wingmen</a> will be back together in a couple weeks for <a contents="Breast Fest 10" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.bfchampions.org/bf10" target="_blank">Breast Fest 10</a> with <a contents="Modern Day Romeos" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://moderndayromeos.wixsite.com/modern-day-romeos" target="_blank">Modern Day Romeos</a> and <a contents="Heather Horton" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://heatherhortonmusic.com/" target="_blank">Heather Horton</a>. I just had an opening for a new student for music lessons. Learn guitar,bass, or ukulele in the comfort of your own home for just $20 a lesson. Contact me quickly before the spot fills up. I have a new weekly <a contents="Not Your Nana's Bingo" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.facebook.com/notyournanasbingo" target="_blank">Not Your Nana's Bingo</a> night and tons of new concerts on my <a contents="shows" data-link-label="Shows" data-link-type="page" href="/shows" target="_blank">shows</a> page. Be sure to come say hi if you make it out to any.<br>-Josh</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/282126/5f1cb01be2e0052c70fe3de35d1a1dd2d06c492c/original/50308284-10157678661851030-43810238377230336-ncropped.jpg/!!/undefined/b:W1sic2l6ZSIsIm1lZGl1bSJdXQ==.jpg" class="size_m justify_left border_none" alt="" /></p>Joshua Pattersontag:joshuapatterson.com,2005:Post/55426402018-12-06T14:11:45-06:002023-12-10T11:09:16-06:00Holiday sale for guitar, bass, and ukulele lessons<p>I want to help more people discover their love for playing music. I am now offering a holiday sale for music lessons. I can have you playing your favorite songs in just weeks in the comfort of your own home. Also just posted some new <a contents="shows" data-link-label="Shows" data-link-type="page" href="/shows" target="_blank">shows</a> and <a contents="Santa Cruise" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.santacruiselakegeneva.com" target="_blank">Santa Cruise</a> dates. Merry Christmas, and a Happy New Year!<br>-Josh</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/282126/69dc6e167a0685273b3c95057a66c7cc64dd4e82/original/47578845-2543822442326079-6785926195989970944-n.jpg/!!/b:W1sic2l6ZSIsIm1lZGl1bSJdXQ==.jpg" class="size_m justify_left border_none" alt="" /></p>Joshua Pattersontag:joshuapatterson.com,2005:Post/55283842018-11-26T16:46:35-06:002023-12-10T11:20:41-06:00Another great year coming to an end<p>I am sad to see another incredible fest season come to an end. Fortunately I have some great holiday shows to look forward to, including a new gig I picked up with <a contents="Santa Cruise" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.santacruiselakegeneva.com" target="_blank">Santa Cruise</a>. I will be narrating the holiday light cruise this season. This is an exciting production that will create lasting holiday memories for the whole family. You can find my Santa Cruise schedule at my <a contents="shows" data-link-label="Shows" data-link-type="page" href="/shows" target="_blank">shows</a> page.<br>-Josh</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/282126/bb10d35c41eca5ee0e8cb2ff41a37ce71c9a595c/original/img956420.jpg/!!/b:W1sic2l6ZSIsIm1lZGl1bSJdXQ==.jpg" class="size_m justify_left border_none" alt="" /></p>Joshua Pattersontag:joshuapatterson.com,2005:Post/52810532018-06-07T09:28:40-05:002022-05-02T20:33:15-05:00Summertime, and the living's easy<p>Hello friends. The festival season has started and it has been so much fun already. Check out the <a contents="Shows" data-link-label="Shows" data-link-type="page" href="/shows" target="_self">Shows</a> section to see all the Summer fun coming up with <a contents="Gina Gonzalez and the Wingmen" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.ginagonzalez.com" target="_blank">Gina Gonzalez and the Wingmen</a>, <a contents="There Goes The Neighborhood" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.facebook.com/TGTNband/" target="_blank">There Goes The Neighborhood</a>, and <a contents="Suit Up" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.facebook.com/suitupduo" target="_blank">Suit Up</a>. I've been excited for wedding season to start as well. I have already performed at a couple weddings and officiated an absolutely beautiful wedding last weekend for my bandmate <a contents="Marc Esses" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.marcrobertesses.com" target="_blank">Marc Esses</a>. I added an <a contents="Acoustic Song List" data-link-label="Acoustic Song List" data-link-type="page" href="/acoustic-song-list" target="_blank">Acoustic Song List</a> and will be adding more new content next week so have a safe weekend and check back soon.<br>-Josh</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/282126/441759f73f126c3e03163e3693d43b24f37b7c7b/original/29467914-10156128311604654-5508068528732169803-n.jpg/!!/b:W1sic2l6ZSIsIm1lZGl1bSJdXQ==.jpg" class="size_m justify_left border_" /></p>Joshua Pattersontag:joshuapatterson.com,2005:Post/51065992018-03-01T19:22:18-06:002022-07-20T05:56:53-05:00Birthday, St. Paddy's, and Rough Night Out reuinion<p>I am very excited about the <a contents="shows" data-link-label="Shows" data-link-type="page" href="/shows" target="_blank">shows</a> lined up in March. I will be celebrating my 32nd birthday next weekend. The following is St. Patrick's weekend, where I will be participating as a shavee for the St. Baldrick's event hosted by Wauconda Community Shave. Please click this <a contents="link" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.stbaldricks.org/participants/mypage/961206/2018" target="_blank">link</a> to donate to children's cancer research. My band Rough Night Out will also be coming out of retirement for one show only. I will also be announcing a new musical project this month. Stay tuned.<br>-Josh</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/282126/574d83412142107f69dc14f9a0eb8843a564772f/medium/26907797-1542560065833765-1145568799093577795-n.jpg" class="size_m justify_left border_none" alt="" /></p>Joshua Pattersontag:joshuapatterson.com,2005:Post/50676932018-02-07T17:58:06-06:002022-02-20T09:55:18-06:0015th Anniversary and Valentine's Sing-A-Grams<p>The new website is officially live just in time for the 15th anniversary of the first live show I ever played. I just added a new cover of The Beatles "Oh Darling" from Gina Gonzalez and the Wingmen to my <a contents="music" data-link-label="Music" data-link-type="page" href="/music" target="_blank">music</a> page. There are only a few slots left for my <a contents="Valentine's Day Sing-A-Grams" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.facebook.com/events/258261998041644/" target="_blank">Valentine's Day Sing-A-Grams</a> and less than a week left to <a contents="contact" data-link-label="Contact" data-link-type="page" href="/contact">contact</a> me and reserve yours. I will deliver a flower bouquet, chocolates, and handwritten card, and perform a love song of your choice to your Valentine. Keep checking back for some exciting Summer show announcements and the first of my instructional and cover videos. Thanks for the support.<br>-Josh</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/282126/c8cfa553b99859e160dac7d789384561ed8311f8/medium/26231080-10156076256652915-6303511584713473220-n.jpg" class="size_m justify_left border_none" alt="" /></p>Joshua Pattersontag:joshuapatterson.com,2005:Post/50171902018-01-10T16:02:14-06:002023-12-27T03:07:42-06:00Welcome to the new website<p>Happy New Year and welcome to the new official website for my music. I am excited to have a new home for my performance calendar, as well as a new spot to store my past studio recordings (some of which have never been available to the public before) and even early demos and studio b-sides. Please join my mailing list and let me know what you would like to see on the new site. Keep an eye out for regular video and blog updates. As I approach the 15th anniversary of my first show, I am humbled at the support I have received throughout my music career. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for the continued love.<br>-Josh</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/282126/ca8adb38346d3eeb4707d2ee2a5c91d1ff20d00f/medium/26113845-1589432907817857-4057571718234476613-n.jpg" class="size_m justify_left border_none" alt="" /></p>Joshua Patterson