patrich
Pat Rich is an underground rap artist out of Santa Rosa, CA. I've been in the the game for quite some time now. I just finished my 2nd album "Gorillafornia" which is now available at milliondollardream.com, cdbaby.com, and individual tracks available at itunes.com. Nationwide distribution in early 2007. It features production from legendary producer Davey D. as well as appearances from bay area heavyweights such as San Quinn, Mike Marshall, and Smoov-E. My rap resume is thick including appearances on Andre Nickatina's "Hells Kitchen" as well as all of Smoov-E's albums. I've been touring w/ Smoov-E all over the west coast. We have done many, many shows with bay area legends such as Mac Dre and Andre Nickatina.
Tell me about your history? How did you get where you are now?
Smoov-E, Jackpot aka Handsom Jeff, Count Salaz.
Have you performed live in front of an audience? Any special memories?
Mostly the bay area and Oregon and everywhere in between. Opened up for Yuckmouth and B-Legit at the Phoenix Theater in 2004. Plus many shows w/ Andre Nickatina and Mac Dre over the years. We just did 2 shows up in Oregon w/ Smoov-E headlining for the first time that went really good. My boy Smoov is about to blow.
Your musical influences
2pac, Mac Dre, Andre Nickatina, Totally Insane, NWA, Ray Luv, Too Short, E-40 and the Click, I.M.P., Geto Boys, 8-Ball & MJG, Jadakiss, Nas
What equipment do you use?
Pro Tools, Digital Performer, Samplitude.
Anything else?
I am a rapper's rapper, I can rhyme over any beat at any tempo, any style. I have an appreciation for all types of music w/ extensive knowledge in both rap and rock genres. I am a hustler first and artist second which explains the real gritty street sound of my music. My music is 100% real. I have lived every verse of all my tracks
