Since launching his blues odyssey well before the age of 21, hitchiking and hopping trains from Kansas City, Kansas’ massive railroad switching yard to all points north, south, east and west, in search of musicians that he had only heard of, Patrik says, “I’ve spent the last forty somethin’ years tryin’ to show up early, look sharp, and deliver the guitar/vocal sound that the boss was lookin’ for.” Now, he’s the boss, making sounds that carry on the legacy of the greats he learned from.

“In the neighborhood I grew up in,” he adds, “everyone played soul and blues, and I was exposed, starting at about age six to live shows and recordings by Freddy King, Albert Collins as well as Archie Bell & The Drells and Count Basie. I can feel Mozart right along with Nat Cole, Django Rheinhardt along with some George Clinton. Then, throw in some Hound Dog Taylor, Aaron Neville, The Carter Family with Too Live Crew and Hendrix. Add the influence of K.C. blues guitar legend Leon Estelle and you get a feel of where I come from.”

Nuthin' But A Thang!, on Shakehouse Records, was released on April 28, 2009. This recording has brought together two old friends from Kansas City and two old friends from Chicago. The result is four good friends making good music together.

Give it a listen and find out what happens when Chicago meets Kansas City! "Nuthin' But A Thang!"