From Sax Solos to Sound Systems with Patrick Lamb

Dive into the vibrant world of music with Patrick Lamb, a distinguished artist with Billboard chart-toppers and collaborations with legends like Bobby Caldwell and Gino Vannelli. Discover his unconventional entry into saxophone at 14 and his meteoric rise after touring with Diane Schuur.But Patrick's talent isn't confined to melodies. He's a dynamic entrepreneur. From sound companies to concert promotion, he's a force in the industry. For Patrick, risk-taking and unwavering self-belief are paramount in this journey. He unveils the dichotomy of a musician's life - the love for performing, juxtaposed with the business intricacies, from contracts to travel hassles. Patrick's vibrant spirit shines on stage, leaving audiences spellbound. We explore his diverse career, each job a stepping stone to independence. Find out who his guiding light is and who his cherished influence is. Tune in as Patrick dispels the partying stereotype, revealing the dedication at the upper echelons. Tune in and be swept away by the magic of Patrick Lamb's musical journey! Episode Highlights:23:05 - This has been a very humbling experience for me because I've toured with all these artists. You need to show up and it's sold out. You recognize every single concert is a huge opportunity. In fact, the commerce is connection, connect with those people.30:08 - The business is challenging, but it is what it is. I can't say I love the contracting and as you know, there's a lot of phone calls, diplomacy and dealing with people who are wonderful and people are a challenge sometimes. There's a lot of egos. And so, you have to work around that and learn how to deal with that. Ego stands for Edging God Out. 46:41 - I tried to counter because there are a lot of stereotypes associated with music. If you had to ask a hundred people what are the things associated with musicians. They're drinkers, they're partiers, they do drugs, they're unhealthy. But I find that on the upper levels that that's not generally, not the case, at least the people I'm working with. It's become more you have to be on time, you have to have your business together.ContactFresh Coast Jazz FestivalPatrick Lamb