QUOTES
“…well on his way to becoming the next definition ofsoul." – Literafeelya
“Patterson isn't trying to reinvent the R&B wheel, but he does put some new rims on it. Traces of Prince, Marvin Gaye and Stevie Wonder float through Patterson's grooves and he mostly works the smooth and funky lover-man territory where Maxwell and Raphael Saddiq dwell. – Akron Beacon Journal
"He's a remarkably talented arist and his musc is on another plane...Once again, Rahsaan has made
great music for one todiscover." – Sister 2 Sister
"Patterson is alwaysadventurous, yet his songs remain accessible and rich with fluid melodiesand open-hearted lyrics. No pretension, no forced posturing -- this native New Yorker truly keeps it real. On Wines & Spirits, the singer-songwriter'sfourth album, Patterson's remarkable musicality is in full
bloom...Wines &Spirits deepens with each listen. A modern soul classic." – The Baltimore Sun
"It'shard to call a lot of R&B artists soul singers these days,but not Rahsaan Patterson. This tenor may not fit into the current mode ofR&B, but withsuch cuts as "Delirium (Comes And Goes)" and thegospel-tinged "Oh Lord(Take Me Back)," he doesn't need to be like everyone else." – The Rochester Democrat & Chronicle
"Patterson is one of neo-soul's best-kept secrets. He's been coming withsome of the most sensuous, mellow and groovy albums eversince he debuted in1997, and 2007 brought this latest compilation of soul(with a fewexperimental treats) with no exceptions." - Metro Spirit
It’s the music of The Roots/ The Rebirth meeting the vocals of Marvin Gaye/Cutis Mayfield. Translation: the sounds of a modern funky soul/ hip hop band grooving to deep resonating classic sounding vocals. College News
‘Rahsaan Patterson remains the most gifted tenor in R&B, with a true gift for sophisticated musicianship….Every soul man wants to crown himself the heir to Stevie Wonder’s throne, but Patterson, tirelessly pushing R&B’s envelope, may be the real thing.’ – Vibe
“Rahsaan’s greatest artistic strength is his ability to be overly honest in his recordings and in his live performances. If I had to sum him up in one word, I would call him ‘uninhibited.’ – Ledisi
Rahsaan Patterson's latest disc "Wines & Spirits" is as unique-sounding as his tenor. Maybe it's that earnest voice, or quite possibly the music backing it, that give "Wine & Spirits" the X factor that sets it apart from other soul music. – Associated Press
‘Best R&B CD of 2007’.
"Among theinnovators in contemporary R&B, Patterson is a true auteur.Each songpossesses a cinematic quality, like watching differentscenes in a moviewith Patterson creating and rotating characters."
“… a stunning example of the personal veracity in Patterson’s music and a superior illustration of how soul music has evolved in the 21st Century.” – Pop Matters
“I grew up singing with rahsaan and always idolized him vocally. He has a true gift.”
--Fergie
Rahsaan Patterson sets a level so high for artistry that he has few if any, contemporaries. ArtHaus NYC
Wines & Spirits voted #10 on the Top 25Sonic Magazine “Best Albums 2007”
“For a while it seemed like what we in the 90’s used to call neo classic soul simply had drowned in the synths of Timbaland and D’Angelos achievement anxiety. Then there was Rahsaan Patterson with his fourth album, and he did it just as fine as onhis 10 year old debut, just even more complex, varied and challenging. On “Wines & Spirits” Rahsaan is as unpredictable as ever was Prince. It is, of course, a good thing. Besides he sings like an angel. Maxwell, D’Angelo and the others now dwell in dark, forgotten studios, thinking about what's to come…”. – Sonic Magazine
“…he's the undisputed champion of crazy-ass R&B bridges, the kind that allow an artist to completely shift moods on a dime.” EastBay Express
...... a phenomenal CD. There are not many artists who have the guts and the skill to incorporate this wide a variety of musical genres on one album. SoulTracks
His soulful sound combined with hisneo-vibe and hispowerful voice makes him on of the most recognizablesingers in R&B musictoday." – Who?Mag
Make no mistake: Rahsaan Patterson is the real deal. A nakedly emotional vocalist, which is rare among today's posturing R&B male singers, the native New Yorker boasts an impressive range. He can plunge to rich depths and easily soar to a crystal falsetto. – N’Digo
"His voice isconsistent and pure as he delivers his smooth and crisp, long overdue album,
Wines and Spirits....This album offers a glimpse into the soul of a man who
puts his deepest desires into his music." – Upscale Magazine
...... aphenomenal CD. There are not many artists who have the guts and the skill to incorporate this wide a variety of musical genres on one album. Patterson's risk-taking make the superbly craftedWines and Spirits theSign O' the Times for the new millenium. Highly recommended.SoulTracks
The music biz could easily have killed the spirit of an artist as pure and authentic as he is….To continue pressing on without the support of all the pretty things that seem so necessary for artists to get heard these days is remarkable, but more importantly, inspiring. – Reg Jones – The Blacklist
Rahsaan Patterson is able to produce a sound unmatched…Patterson brings us back to the days when music was exciting and refreshing. 4daSoul.com
Make no mistake: Rahsaan Patterson is the real deal. A nakedly emotional vocalist -- rare among today's posturing R&B male singers -- the native New Yorker boasts an impressive range. He can plunge to rich depths and easily soar to a crystal falsetto. And his music is often smart, progressive, suffused with funk and jazzy nuances. - The Baltimore Sun
“the variety of sounds and emotions is not the result of trying to see what sticks. It all seems to have come naturally. Most crucially, it all sticks.” ~ Andy Kellman, All Music Guide
Rahsaan Patterson sets a level so high for artistry that he has few if any, contemporaries. Rahsaan’s original sound has the funk of Parliament, the sensitivity of Stevie and the depth of Hathaway. … a soul rocking joy ride …extraordinary vocals and writing talents allow him to traverse the lines of Soul, R&B, Jazz, Funk, & Rock.
There is no other voice and no other groove like that of Rahsaan Patterson.
ArtHaus NYC
“…if you regard “soul” as invention and authenticity in music, rather than merely a style of music, then Rahsaan Patterson is soul and “Wines & Spirits” is what true artistry sounds like.” - Planet Soul
Rahsaan Patterson's latest disc "Wines & Spirits" is as unique-sounding as his tenor. Maybe it's that earnest voice, or quite possibly the music backing it, that give "Wine & Spirits" the X factor that sets it apart from other soul music. – Associated Press
“…Patterson exudes the definition of soul.” –E!
“This musical iconoclast has fused fundamental soul with alternative funk for an eclectic twist on his signature sound...Patterson's most ambitious offering yet." – Jawn Murray, AOL Black Voices
“…Patterson is simply one of the most gifted vocalist-songwriters to emerge in the last decade. Indeed, Patterson possesses a voice so full of energy and emotion that the spirits are seemingly loosened every time he opens his mouth.” - AOL Black Voices.com
“…Rahsaan Patterson is a forward-thinking musician, determined to not repeat what he’s already accomplished”. - JET
“…Patterson is a true artist, treating each song like a painter sweeping across a plain canvas, leaving it flushed with satisfaction”. - RHYTHMflow
“…[Rahsaan Patterson] the Picasso of the Soul”. - Fonkadelica
“... The next time Rahsaan Patterson comes your way, I recommend that you run, don’t walk, to get your tickets”. - Urban Network
“…Patterson is an artist blessed with an ability to effortlessly blend gospel, blues, jazz and soul, sometimes all in the same song”. - Sapience Magazine
“…The skillful Patterson ties it all together with a mesmerizing command of body-moving grooves that rivals that of Stevie Wonder, Sly Stone or Donny Hathaway.” - Billboard