Patty and The Buttons - "The Mercury Blues" (2014)
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Patty and The Buttons sophomore release is a much deeper exploration of the bands affection for pre-World War Two jazz and blues. Showcasing original compositions by the band, it also features appearances by notable guest musicians including Dakota Dave Hull, Rick Carlson and others.
“Because button accordionist Patrick Harison (Patty) is always worth watching. His music is both old-timey and fresh, and this album of all original songs made me laugh out loud and want to dance. The band: Harison on accordion, vocals, steel guitar, washboard and uke; Keith Boyles on bass; Tony Bailuff on clarinet; Mark Kreitzer on guitar.” Pamela Espeland - Minnesota Post
Patrick "Patty" Harison - Accordion/Vocals/Washboard
Tony Balluff - Clarinet
Mark Kreitzer - Guitar
Keith Boyles - Bass
Patty and The Buttons - "Once Over Lightly" (2012)
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Patty and The Buttons debut album captures the relaxed and joyful mood that is the band's trademark. Recorded in a friend's living room on a sunny afternoon, the recordings are almost exclusively first takes. The record features Traditional New Orleans Jazz selections as well a few tunes penned by Patty; "You Better Get Out" and "No Stuff Blues". The group also gives a nod to the exotic sounds of Venezuela and Gypsy Jazz founding father Django Reinhardt. "Once Over Lightly" delivers what the title promises; a light and tight joyful performance of an eclectic mix of traditional jazz styles.
Patrick "Patty" Harison - Accordion/Vocals/Washboard
Tony Balluff - Clarinet
Mark Kreitzer - Guitar
Keith Boyles - Bass
Patrick Harison - "Streetwalker" (2006)
"Sprinkled with just the right amount panache, Streetwalker, which highlights self-penned songs as well as tunes by Django Reinhardt and Hermeto Pascoal, is a musical revelation- respectful and simultaneously unpredictable. Merging youthful exuberance with a reverence for classic "old school" music, Harison has successfully bridged two worlds, old and new-the musical crossroads being his sublime and refreshing Streetwalker. Skillfully complemented by bass, guitar and flute, Streetwalker accomplishes a rare feat for a debut recording by being unflinchingly self assured, romantic and joyous." -Anthony J.W. Benson of inTune
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Patrick Harison - Accordion
Sam Miltich - Guitar
Tom Lewis - Bass
