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“PAUL WILLIAMS” and “ME”!!

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Since I was 16 yrs. old I have been singing the songs of the great “PAUL WILLIAMS”!! 
I have always loved his way with a lyric.
Last week, celebrity photographer, “ALAN MERCER”, who has photographed Paul and his wife Mariana several times, sent my new CD, “NATURAL MAN” to Paul Williams. I recorded two of Paul’s songs on this CD. Four days later we got invited to Paul’s house for lunch. His wife said that he was interested in meeting me.
At lunch he told me that he really liked the treatment that I gave to his songs. He also said that I pay attention
to the lyrics when I sing. Coming from a “lyricist” this is an enormous compliment! I later got a chance to play his grand piano, and he actually sang “Nice To Be Around” with me. It was very impromptu, but truly a “great” moment for me. To top things off, Alan Mercer brought his camera and shot this wonderful picture of both of us.
I think the very first song that I sang of Paul’s was “LET ME BE THE ONE”!
Later, my very first piano vocal demo in New York, was a wonderful obscure song that I found of his called “NICE TO BE AROUND”. In that same session I also did another obscure “WILLIAM’S” song entitled “YOU KNOW ME”.
I used to sing these songs in clubs along with some of his other’s…. “WHAT WOULD THEY SAY”, “YOU AND ME AGAINST THE WORLD”, “I WON’T LAST A DAY WITHOUT YOU”, and ” I NEVER HAD IT SO GOOD”!
I was also becoming popular in “church” with his music. I used to sing at weddings.
I would bring my keyboard with a small PA system and sing on the alter.
I used a “RHODES” sound which created a very “heavenly” atmosphere in the church.
Didn’t like the loft….too much echo!!
It sounded so ethereal when I sang “WE’VE ONLY JUST BEGUN”, “I WON’T LAST A DAY WITHOUT YOU”, and “LET ME BE THE ONE”, that I always had the people crying!! Later on, I would also perform “EVERGREEN”, ” WITH ONE MORE LOOK AT YOU” and “RAINY DAYS AND MONDAYS”.
I am looking forward to a “great” new relationship with someone that I respect and admire, and have for many years.
– Patrick Basile

Videos

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BASILE THEN AND NOW …
A 25 year retrospective of my career.

 

Cry Me A River Music Video …

 

It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year …
Christmas Video.

 

PARADISE PROMO VIDEO…Original song …
Music and Lyrics by Patrick Basile

Patrick Basile

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Patrick Basile’s music is captivating.  From the very first note you know you’ve been hooked! And to experience the alluring voice of Patrick Basile is nothing less than a rich, rare, and wonderful treat! Reminiscent of the great singers past, yet uniquely fresh in his performance and style, the charismatic sound of Patrick Basile is turning ears of music lovers everywhere.

Having showcased his talent in a variety of venues all across the country, Patrick has also been a featured singer/performer in the main stage-show at the world-famous Riviera Hotel in Las Vegas, Nevada. In addition, he has appeared as a “special-guest” soloist on numerous primetime network television specials, variety shows, and evening talk programs.
Musically speaking, not only is Patrick a supremely gifted vocal talent but he is also an accomplished composer, orchestrator, arranger and pianist. It is his lush compositions that set the mood to almost every song he sings. This and having studied voice under two of the industry’s most renowned vocal coaches, Pasquale Caputo (New York) and Seth Riggs (Los Angeles),combine to create the evocative “Basile” signature sound that one reviewer has claimed “transcends time”. One thing is certain. No matter what the venue, setting or call, audiences
love Patrick Basile. 

But there’s much more to this man than can be heard in his music alone. Patrick Basile is also an accomplished stage/screen actor and a gifted artist. He has accumulated an impressive list of musical theater and stage-play credits and was recently seen in a recurring role on the NBC television soap opera, “Days of Our Lives”. Patrick’s works of art (drawings, paintings and sculptures) embody the same creative passion as does his music. These beautiful works have graced high-end art galleries, hotel lobbies and the homes of private collectors. So it’s time you discovered the magical and captivating Patrick Basile. Take a moment and “experience” his music! From the very first note, you’ll be in for a rare and wonderful treat! ( Review by MYRON NASH ) 

Patrick Basile Churches & Performance Venues
St. Agnes Church
St. Anthony
St. Mary of Mount Carmel
Blessed Sacrament

435 North, Beverly Hills, CA
Vibrato, Bel Air, CA
Riviera Hotel Main Stage, Las Vegas, NV Studio One Backlot, Hollywood, CA
Carlos and Charlies, Hollywood, CA
Rose Tattoo, West Hollywood, CA

Various Venues on the east coast specifically in Atlanta, GA, South Carolina, Montgomery,
Alabama, West Virginia, Chicago, IL, Indiana and New York.

 

Patrick Basile Discography
“Natural Man” CD – Patrick Basile
“Home For Christmas” CD – Patrick Basile
“Haunted Dreams” CD – Vivien Russell (Patrick Basile: Producer, Arranger, Orchestrator)
“River Of Kings” CD – Michael Olcott (Featuring Patrick Basile)
“Patrick Basile” CD – Patrick Basile (Not Released)
“Shades of Sound” CD – Patrick Basile (Not Released)

Patrick Basile Music Videos
“I’ll Follow You”
“Cry Me A River”
“EPK”
“Wake Up Everybody” (Not Released)

 

Patrick Basile Radio
Angelo Petruzzi’s “Smooth Jazz Channel” – Italy
Bob Birch “Music into the Night” – UK (Won “Artist of the Year” 2011 on this station.)
Newporter Jazz – Cincinnati, Covington, Newport
Butterflies Radio – Miami, FL

Patrick Basile Theatre
“Flames Of Man” -. Musical (Lead Role)
“I Always wanted to Love You” – Musical (Lead Role)

Patrick Basile Television & Commercials
“Days of Our Lives” – (Recurring Role)
“The Merv Griffin Show” – (Featured Performer on 3 Episodes)
“Coconut Ballroom” – Pilot / Merv Griffin (Featured Performer)
McDonalds – (Principal)
Bud Lite / Budweiser – (Principal))
Alpine Car Stereos
Casadai Clothes
Paté Commercial – (Principal)

Patrick Basile Training
Pasquale Caputo, Vocal Coach (New York)
Seth Riggs, Vocal Coach (Los Angeles)
Rick Walters, Acting Coach
Tepper Gallegos, Commercials Coach

Patrick Basile Artist 
Oils, Charcoal, Pencil, Pastel, Sculpture (Clay, Bronze)
Many works displayed in shows and hotels on the east and west coasts.
Bronze head of James Dean featured for one year at the St. James Club in Hollywood.
Featured in Munson Williams Proctor Institute Sidewalk Show in Upstate New York for many years and received media publicity and reviews every year.
Featured Chalk Portrait at Roosevelt Hotel for Marilyn Monroe Anniversary Show.
Painted numerous portraits of famous people that hang in their homes.

Patrick Basile Memberships
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Patrick Basile Musical Endorsements
Seth Riggs
Arthur Hamilton (Composer, “Cry Me A River”)

The greatness of a true artist can be defined in many ways. Patrick Basile proves yet again he holds the key that never fails to open people’s hearts. His version of “Somewhere Over The Rainbow” catches you by surprise and gives you that lump in your throat. There is little doubt that the incredible ethereal arrangement and Patrick’s breathtakingly beautiful voice won’t bring back your warmest memories and childhood hopes. Once listened too, you know what you’ve experienced is art in its purest form.
– Matthew Lambert

 

Arthur Hamilton Quote

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Hi Everyone, 

I am proud to announce that “ARTHUR HAMILTON”, who is the composer of the classic standard “CRY ME A RIVER” has heard Patrick’s CD “NATURAL MAN” and had this to say….

“Patrick Basile doesn’t just give us these special songs, he gives us how he feels about them, and he finds in them something that wasn’t there before: himself. As a writer of one of the songs on the album, I can only say I’m lucky to be represented.”
Arthur Hamilton