Patrick Thomas caught everyone’s attention when he belted out Tim McGraw’s, “Live Like You Were Dying,” in his blind audition for NBCs new hit show, The Voice. You can watch it here…
***Due to copywrite infringements, NBC has taken down videos of Patrick's blind audition from YouTube, but you can purchase it on iTunes!***
Patrick has been singing since before he could walk and has never known another dream other than that to become a recording artist. He is also an extremely gifted piano player, playing by ear (can hear a song once and play it back nearly perfect), teaching himself to play the guitar, and as a songwriter. Patrick wrote his first song, “Sheppard” at age 9, already showing tremendous skill. Patrick has worked hard to perfect his craft over the years and develop a sound that is uniquely his. I don’t think I can give you a straight answer as to what his sound is, he has had offers to star on Broadway, held the lead in the Opera at Vanderbilt his sophomore year, and was known as the country boy on The Voice. Patrick hopes to one day be a crossover artists, bringing a sound into the industry that has not yet been heard. I think the ultimate goal is to achieve something on the Taylor Swift type where his music will be heard at on any radio station and can appeal to those with many different tastes. Throughout the years Patrick sang numerous National Anthems, starting at age 9 for the Texas Rangers, the Dallas Stars, and the Dallas Mavericks. After the Voice wrapped, Patrick decided to stay in school at Vanderbilt University (currently a junior) and has just recently signed a publishing deal with Brett James, country music’s current songwriter of the year. There is much left in store for Patrick, and rumor has it he might be hopping on the tour bus with Blake Shelton to join him on stage as he finishes up his tour. I have attached YouTube videos on one of his covers, “Colder Weather” by Zach Brown Band, and one of my favorite originals, “Waiting.” Hope y’all enjoy and be sure to keep an eye out!
Cover of "Colder Weather"
"Waiting" - Patrick Thomas
I saw Patrick on the voice, and I thought he blew all of the contestants away! He has and incredible voice that fills the room--not to mention that southern charm. I am looking forward to seeing the places he will go, and I hope he will release an album sometime soon.
ReplyDeleteI think Patrick has a great voice, and it sounds like a typical country voice (but that's not a bad thing). He is very talented, and his voice reminds me of the countryside and a relaxing day. I think he will gain more popularity as people start finding out about him, and I'm excited to hear more from him.
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