BIOGRAPHY

Will Patrick, Guitarist

Will Patrick is a New York-based guitarist, singer, and songwriter whose professional career has spanned over 10 years, encompassing rock, blues, jazz, and soul music. Will’s sound has been described as “fiery, soulful, and eclectic,” drawing inspiration from artists like Led Zeppelin, Roy Hargrove, Jimi Hendrix, and D’Angelo. His passion for the musical leaders before him has created an exciting blend of classic rock, jazz, and soulful lines throughout his original music. He has released several projects under his independent label, The Radical Collective, and has established himself as an up-and-coming artist of the new generation.

Will Patrick has performed on internationally renowned stages, including the Blue Note New York, Blue Note Tokyo, and the Java Jazz Festival in Indonesia. He has also performed throughout the country at locations like the Richmond Jazz Festival, Berks Jazz Festival, and Weekend of Jazz at the Broadmoor, and is a regular performer at the Dr. Phillips Center in Orlando, FL. He was also featured on the GRAMMY-nominated album “Jazz Hands.” Throughout his career, he has collaborated with well-respected and GRAMMY award-winning musicians such as Larry Coryell, Kirk Whalum, Billy Kilson, Bob James, Chris Walker, and Patti Austin.

Originally from Winter Park, Florida, Will Patrick grew up steeped in music from a young age. At 4 years old, he first heard a “Best of Jimi Hendrix” album featuring hits like “Stone Free” and “Dolly Dagger” and became dedicated to guitar. He began writing music at 12 years old in his bedroom, recording his originals onto cassette with his acoustic guitar. Some of his fondest memories include visiting the Winter Park Library to check out albums like “Led Zeppelin I,” “The White Album,” “Dark Side of the Moon,” and “Kind of Blue.” Will then started gaining attention after performing locally around Orlando, where he has cultivated a devoted community of supporters and friends.

After establishing himself in New York City, Will began playing in Harlem and the West Village, performing in the same clubs as Bob Dylan, Bruce Springsteen, and Jimi Hendrix. Will has a deep appreciation for playing in venues that have been touched by music legends. A highlight of his career in NYC has been performing at the Blue Note New York on the same bill as Pat Martino, Larry Coryell, and Vic Juris. Connecting with the rich music scene in the West Village and Brooklyn has made an important impact on Will’s musical life. The music scene in New York has been a place where he feels he can be creative and build authentic relationships with collaborators and audiences alike.

photo credit: BLUE NOTE TOKYO, Takuo Sato