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"INCREDIBLE DEVOCEAN" There's a tremendous guitarist and incredible talent out there who needs to be heard, Patrick Yandall is a true guitarist and brings on his 'Devocean" to guitar work at its finest. With his latest project called "Devocean" Patrick has a sound that is totally unmatched. A album with 15 fully jam packed with sound that will perk your ears and bring your heart to a new level. Patrick has a sound that brings you into his world of amazing riffs and drives your heart to optimal performance. The first track that caught my ears attention is called "Lonely Heart " and Patrick is true to his sound and makes your interior sound get up and groove to the incredible guitar work. After listening to this song it made me want more of this, so I continued to listen to the whole album and other superb tracks including "Rising Sun" and "Bario" not to mention " Lakeshore Drive" , if you need a truly remarkable and totally uplifting experience you have got to get your copy of this
Steven F. Adams - Sound Wave One

“Patrick Van de Wiele (4) I've been following American jazz guitarist Patrick Yandall for years. After his family settled in Michigan, he fell in love with the progressive styles of Jimi Hendrix, Yes, Steely Dan, and George Benson in his youth. Attending a Jeff Lorber concert as a young musician was a life-changing moment and steered his vision toward jazz music. By the age of thirteen, he was performing in nightclubs throughout Michigan, in bars and adult venues. Yandall learned to blend the essence of jazz with the flavors of rock and R&B. A summer music program in Boston and New York and a study at Central Michigan University helped the guitarist focus his talents on a jazz-funk approach. In the early 1980s, Patrick moved to San Diego. He played in several cover bands in Southern California, such as Devocean, Makai, Mark Meadows, and others,which provided him with important contacts and also led to studio work in Los Angeles for Capitol Records. This would provide him with a trusted”
Patrick Van de Wiele - Cultuurmania

“Stratophunk review-Patrick Yandall is a proactive musician who still has his focus on music production. He is one of those musicians who promote a new album every year. This year he delights us with the album Stratophunk (2022). It is easy to imagine from which parts of words the title has taken its origin. The Stratocaster is a double-cutaway guitar, with an extended top "horn" shape for balance produced by Fender since 1954. Phunk is a mixture of Punk and Funk that originally described a form of Punk, but is now common as an urban spelling of Funk.Patrick has performed all instruments, mixed and recorded the tracks, which he has mostly written himself. The album opens with the title song which is also the first single release. A robust funky piece of music with plenty of brass support and heavy bass and guitar action. Down At the Shell lets it groove, with Patrick picking up both the organ and the bass guitar. Some George Benson like guitar harmony also rounds out the track.”
Hans Bernd Hulsman - Smooth Jazz De Arcor

“New review of my “Jazz On the Vine” album link: https://soundwaveone.wordpress.com/2020/04/10/ripe-ready-for-a-pickin/ from SoundWaveOne: TO START OFF I MUST SAY THIS GUY IS AMAZING, TOTALLY UNBELIEVABLE, THE GUY I’M TALKING ABOUT IS SMOOTH JAZZ GUY MR. PATRICK YANDALL. WITH HIS 23 INTERNATIONAL ALBUMS, AND HIS LATEST AND HOTEST ALBUM, CALLED “JAZZ ON THE VINE” A TOTALLY AMAZING & RED HOT, OR MAKE IT GRAPE HOT ALBUM INSPIRED BY WINE COUNTRY. THE ALBUM IS AN AMAZING & PATRICK HOLDS BACK NO PUNCHES, WITH THIS TRULY REMARKABLE MUSIC ALBUM. IF THERE IS EVER A GUY THAT CAN PLAY SMOOTH JAZZ, LOOK UP IN THE DICTIONARY AND NEXT TO SMOOTH JAZZ, YOU’LL FIND PATRCK YANDALL’S NAME WITHIN THE SAME DEFINITION. THE ALBUM IS SMOOTHER THAN RED WINE, IT SHOWS HOW TO EXPELL THE GRAPES OF MUSIC, AND ARRIVE AT SMOOTH JAZZ AT IT’S FINEST. THIS ALLOWS PATRICK TO POUR GOODNESS & PURE JAZZ RIGHT INTO YOUR WORLD. THE FIRST SONG ON THIS SUPERB AND MASTERFUL ALBUM IS CALLED “JAZZ ON THE VINE” ”
Steven F. Adams - SoundWaveOne

“Super-talented and eclectic indie guitarist Patrick Yandall hasn’t built his reputation and the ongoing respect he receives among his peers and fans alike by being a mediocre peddler of weak and unimaginative recordings. His projects always have a knack for catching one’s ear because of their undeniable presence and melodic richness. Here on his latest release When It’s Hip, the guitarist pays homage to artists from Tower of Power to Pink Floyd in that unique, full, jazzy Yandall manner. A true master of expressive guitar, his skill is again demonstrated on tracks like the uptempo and sunny title track, the equally shiny “King James,” his stirring version of the Isley Brothers’ classic “Who’s That Lady,” the sweeping Santana-like “Soul Instincts” and “Makai.” Then, there’s “The Groovefather” (which offers that Tower of Power vibe), a spot-on cover of the Pink Floyd rock classic “Money,” “Heartland” (which puts his fluidity and speed on display an”
Ronald Jackson - The Smooth Jazz Ride

“To classify Patrick Yandall as a smooth jazz guitarist would not do justice to his stylistic spectrum. Smooth jazz, contemporary jazz, blues, rock, every genre is a facet of his musical personality. Patrick's new album When Its Hip has exactly these edges that make up the whole Yandall package. Patrick performs all instruments on the new album. With the exception of three covers he has written all songs. The album is launched with the title song. While the lead guitar is focused on chords offers the main part variations of trumpet, bass and guitar underlined by synth strings. King James is somewhat harder due to the use of distortion effects. Even a short piano solo is included. B Boy is called a break-dancer, who follows the athletic path of street dancing. Piano and guitar alternate in the presentation of the main motif. Most friends of smooth jazz will know Who's That Lady through guitarist Peter White, who helped the 1973 Isley Bothers song to new fame. Unlike Peter White, Patric”
Hans Bernd Hulsman - SmoothJazz.de

“Wow, what an amazing year or should I say career, of the supremely talented and musically gifted Patrick Yandall, with his 20th music album to date Patrick never seems to stop, the guy is such a honor to write music reviews for. Patrick with his latest project called 10 South Riverside, the music is outstanding and Patrick brings his talent to the top with the first song on this album called Mr. Bean and the music flows right into your realm, wherever you are, it’s just incredibly awesome. The song has so much smoothness that it needs to be sold in jars at the local auto shop to wax and shine your ride. As I listened I realize that Patrick has been nominated several times for his amazingly superior craft of music and I personally believe that the Gods must be crazy, this guy. Patrick Yandall deserves not only to be nominated but actually winning. Patrick arrives with the next song on this marvelous and very articulate album the song called “Kona Boy” where there’s a island feel”
Steven F. Austin - Sound Wave One

“Artist Name: Patrick Yandall Album Name: 10 South Riverside Label: Zangi Records Genre: Smooth Jazz Track Listing: 1. Mister Bean; 2. Kona Boy; 3. Breezin’; 4. Sunrise in Monroe; 5. Free Flight; 6. Thumbs Up; 7. 10 South Riverside; 8. Memory Lane; 9. Momma T; 10. It’s Always Been You; 11. Thunder Road; 12. Hermosa; 13. Albany Park; 14. Jump Back James Publicist: Self-promoted Review: Back in the day, when we were active in the San Diego jazz scene, we first came across a young guitarist named Patrick Yandall. We have followed his career progression over the years and with his latest release, he has truly attained the level of excellence that we knew he would eventually achieve. Over that period of time, he has recorded 20 albums, played to audiences around the world, and never lost his humility or friendliness. He is truly one of the best kept secrets of the San Diego jazz scene, and also one of their greatest musical talents. Put this one on when you wan”
Robert Legget - Indie Voice Blog

“SMOOTH JAZZ RIDE REVIEW Patrick Yandall – 10 South Riverside Mar. 1, 2018 One of the most prolific, talented, and –in my opinion – somewhat unheralded guitarists in this jazz/smooth jazz genre is long-time artist Patrick Yandall. His smooth, textured sound and delivery have been recognized and appreciated enough for him to be featured in any all-star lineup of contemporary jazz artists anywhere. Yet, that distinction is not often bestowed upon him, despite having now cranked out 21 quality-filled albums and having received Grammy consideration in the “Contemporary Instrumental” category for his previous two releases. His music was once regularly featured on the former Weather Channel, as well. Here with 10 South Riverside, yet another gem (this cat can crank them out with blinding speed – meaning his library of unreleased material must be massive), the cool, unassuming masterfully skilled guitarist offers 14 more tracks, 13 originals and a magnificent cover of George Benso”
Ronald Jackson - The Smooth Jazz Ride

“He is at home in many genres. He lives his love of music in blues, rock, smooth jazz, contemporary jazz and more. You never know in advance what direction his next album goes. A Journey Home (2017) is Patrick Yandall's return to his roots. Patrick has written and produced all songs of the new project. The uplifting A Journey Home has the flavor of a sunny summer day. A hip melody with various instruments involved from guitar, horns to vintage organ. You never get a Second Chance for a first impression, but a musician always get the chance by writing new music. This song offers soul music with a retro savor. Route 56, also known as Kuhio Highway, is the main highway on the north and east shore of Kauai island. Cruising Kuhio Hwy is the aptly hymn for your next drive on this beautiful island. Intimate Request holds your attention for longer with alluring sounds. My Ride has a subtle blues infusion with the ideal connection of horns and guitar.On Spirit Moves Patrick eloquently plays the”
Hans Bernd Hulsman - First View

“Patrick Yandall “A Journey Home” Sept. 9, 2017 Review on “The Smooth Jazz Ride”Guitarist Patrick Yandall has been at this making-music-smooth-and-beautiful thing for many a year, often with great projects that don’t get the recognition that I personally feel they should. Here’s a man with not only killer guitar skills in several genres including smooth jazz, blues, R&B, fusion, and funk, but with a clear knowledge and understanding of the mechanics and intangibles of each and how they move that inner you to join the groove. With 20 albums dating back to the early 1990s, Yandall has not only staying power but is remarkably prolific, often times never letting more than a couple of years pass without offering a brand new release. His latest effort, A Journey Home, is buttery smooth and bouncy with that slick touch of funk he so often includes. Tracks include the snappy and catchy lead and title track (which features nice horn and organ arrangements), the mid-tempo kinda bluesy”
Ronald Jackson - The Smooth Jazz Ride

“Full of Surprises! Highly Recommended. By White Sun on November 14, 2016 Full of Surprises! Highly Recommended. On his new album Ethos, Patrick Yandall brings all of his musical genius to the table to create a genre-bending album full of surprises. We know that Yandall has created 19 CD’s and he has topped the charts both in America and abroad. But, we could not have expected how much we would love his most recent work. On “Shakedown”, we find a wildly funky upbeat jazz anthem full of Yandall’s trademark guitar virtuosity. “Make it Happen” blends a soft contemporary jazz song with a funky riffs and a keyboard that at times sounds like a gospel organ. My favorite on the album is “Ethos” with its rocking jazz melodies that make you want to hum along! This is the dance song for the party you’ll want to have when inspired by the tunes Mr. Yandall has created for us. When its time to wind down, we’ll listen to “Memories of You” ---a sweet, slow, melancholy jazz ball”
White Sun - Amazon Music Reviews

“5.0 out of 5 starsOutstanding! By Ricky Kej on October 3, 2016 Patrick Yandall's body of work is awe-inspiring and his ability to emote through his guitar is legendary! His superlative talent gets extra fillip with his accompanying musicians to form that seamless and captivating whole that this album is :-) Some of the tracks that I particularly loved are - "Ethos"...a very intricate and inspired piece of work with a nice swinging rhythm; "Say Goodbye", a very melancholic and melodic track with the smoothness of a rich drink :-), the funky and engaging melody in "My Sanctuary; a foot-tapping groove in "Shakedown" with excellent guitar tones. Yandall and his band of fantastically talented musicians bring out the magic in each and every track that one can get addicted to and keep on playing :-) :-) :-)”
Ricky Kej - Amazon Music Reviews

“PATRICK YANDALL Ethos Zangi Records Now into his third incredible decade making crisp, tight and soulful electric guitar driven contemporary jazz, San Diego based award-winning composer and Zangi Records artist Patrick Yandall, chose the perfect name for his 17th international album: ETHOS. The term is a Greek reference to the power of music and its ability to touch listener’s emotions, behaviors and even morals. Yandall aims to do all that while bringing jazzy and melodic joy via the collection’s range of moods – from deep, thoughtful ballads to high energy, funk jams and a little joyful samba. Whatever the personal ETHOS you experience when you listen, you’ll be inspired every minute! ~JONATHAN WIDRAN”
Jonathan Widran - Smooth Jazz.com Global

“Yowsah! Yowsah! Yowsah!, what an album, yet another sizzlin' sensational album number 19 in fact by the amazing Mr. Patrick Yandall. Patrick, with his latest "Ethos" on this album you'll hear the powerful sounds that are just endless. Song after song Patrick puts his soul on the line with all the vibe actions you will actually feel. This album like all of his others bring you to the night club on a Saturday under the stars listening to one hot lick after another. On this album Patrick shows his integrity for playing awesome music throughout this album. Every song on this album is a certified "hit" song. On this album Ethos, Patrick flares up his guitar allowing you to hear jazz, funk, blues, R&B and soul and just soul grabbing music. Songs like "Peyton Place" which is a superb masterpiece of Patricks fine art of showcasing his guitar style. I really enjoyed the song "She's Fine" and "Waterfront Strut" these are truly an earful of superb licks and smooth sounding performances.”
Steven F. Adams - SoundWaveOne

“Patrick Yandall – Ethos Aug. 1, 2016 To express and emphasize how the Greeks believed the power of music could alter one’s emotions, behaviors, and even morals, guitarist/composer/producer Patrick Yandall continues to tantalize and delight as he offers 15 new tracks to his collection of solid C-jazz, R&B, Latin, and blues compositions with Ethos, his 19th release. Always one to mix and blend the musical cultures and colors of so many different genres, Yandall has one fine knack for going right into the soul and opening it up to the endless possibilities presented by his music. With his guitar always leading the way, singing its unique song and dancing its own way, the music is always expressive and embracing. Ethos is no different as it beckons your ear to partake of some real musical goodness. The lead track and feature single “Peytons Place” is a guaranteed charmer as it jumps off in that upbeat soulful, jazzy way that Yandall has mastered so well. Its hook is catchy and impr”
Ronald Jackson - Smooth Jazz Ride

“Patrick Yandall, his new Album/CD , "Ethos", as you would expect, does not disappoint. Experimental vibes work with absolute precision, a mix of old school and polished muscianship, like you would want from an accomplished industry figure. Marks out of 10? A resounding 11 !”
Dr. Glyn Reece - TheMoth.FM

“Guitarist Patrick Yandall serves with an amazing constancy and regularity the smooth jazz community with new releases. This year his new album is entitled Ethos. Ethos is the distinguishing character, sentiment, moral nature, or guiding beliefs of a person, group, or institution. The Greeks believed the power of music could alter ones emotions, behaviors and even morals! On his new album Patrick is performing all instruments and has written all tracks. He also recorded and mastered the complete album at MoBop Studios San Diego. Good music doesn't need a special place and when Patrick calls the starter Peytons Place, then just to give the film in your head some nutrition. The tune is obviously influenced by Weather Report's Birdland. Based on a flowing rhythm Patrick creates a guitar whirlwind on Ethos caring for much atmosphere. Biggah Mo Bettah provides funky guitar voicing and textures in the style of Brothers Johnson. Carlos Santana's style but Patrick is not Santana, he makes it..”
Hans-Bernd Hulsman - Smooth Jazz.DE First View

“Just Played the new release "Ethos" and WOW,WOW,WOW I totally love it!!! Anything else I can do for this amazing album and you! David M. Snashfold from Smooth Jazz Appreciation Society”
David M. Snashfold - Smooth Jazz Appreciation Society

"NOT SOUL SEARCHING"..SOUL GRINDING There are times when you think you heard all the music...not quite, upon listening the most recent work of Mr. Patrick Yandall entitled " Soul Grind" I was simply amazed and in a lot of WOW!! moments. The album has it all sound, soul and a lot of soul grinding music to boot. The album starts out with the song My lady that has a very smooth licking sound mixed with that jazz beat that is unmatched rhythm. it makes you feel good , my feeling I get is just kickin' back on a saturday and has the full flavor of the spectrum of jazz music defined. The album as a whole mixed with sounds of pop added to the strong feeling of really well produced and sounding jazz adds a great new sound and dimension to the already smooth sounds that you hear and allows your music pallet to come alive.The sound continues throughout this track and throughout the album. Patrick adds his touch of unique flare on one of the covers on this album, "Human Nature" th
Steven F. Adams - Sound Wave Enterprises

“With Soul Grind Patrick sets new standards as a guitarist and composer. Fourteen songs or should I say fourteen arguments are speaking for themselves.”
Hans-Bernd Hulsman - Smooth and Soul

“Patrick Yandall – Soul Grind Aug. 7, 2013 As an artist who has shown his versatility over the years by playing across genres and integrating grooves, veteran guitarist Patrick Yandall is back with another contemporary jazz gem entitled Soul Grind (due out on Sept. 3). Packing power and punch, this project is solid as a rock. Yandall’s music has been a consistent bag of class and sass for me for years. Utilizing guitars from the Fender Strat to the Gibson 335 to his Martin acoustic to his Ibanez custom AS93, the guitarist paints with multiple colors throughout this CD, as he has with others. Bouncing right out on the lead track “My Lady,” he firmly lays down the Yandall-style vibe that has kept him part of the contemporary jazz conversation for so long. He follows that with the tight and funky title track. His take on the Michael Jackson classic “Human Nature” is as clean and cool a version as I’ve ever heard. A master of slick chords and even slicker riffs, Yandall kn”
Ronald Jackson - Smooth Jazz Ride

“Smooth Jazz Therapy has followed the career of guitarist Patrick Yandall since 2006 and the release of his excellent CD ‘Samoa Soul’. In fact this San Diego resident has been a solo artist since 1994 when he made his debut with ‘That Feels Nice’ and now, going on twenty years later, he is back with his fifteenth album, the decidedly tasty ‘Soul Grind’. Produced and engineered by Yandall (who also writes eleven of the fourteen (yes, fourteen) tracks) this is very much his own project and a resounding showcase for his art.it’s not too early to book your place at the CD launch event that will take place at Spaghettini in Seal Beach, CA on September 13.”
Ronald Jackson - Smooth Jazz Therapy

“The added tracks will be: 2,3,4,5,6,7,8,10. Again, Patrick - this is a great album, one of the BEST Smooth Jazz albums this year in my opinion.”
Donald Isaac - The Chillout Sessions

“Much like Yandall’s previous releases he limits cover versions to just a couple but in doing so makes two stunning selections. First he breathes new life into Dylan’s signature ‘All Along The Watchtower’ then comes completely out of left field with ‘Mood For A Day’, an instrumental piece by English rock band Yes. This classical guitar solo shows off a different side to Yandall’s musical persona yet in the final analysis there is nothing to better sum up what he is all about than the superb ‘Valentines Night’. In common with the entire CD the tune is tender, understated, beautifully performed and the perfect backdrop for spending time with the one you love. ”
Denis Poole - Smooth Jazz Therapy

“THE STREETJAZZ ' POWERPLAY CHART ' W/C January 30th 2012 PATRICK YANDALL new release "ACOUSTIC DREAMSCAPE"! Najee Perfect Nites Greg Adams & East Bay Soul To Catch A Thief Jay Stewart Living The LIfe Patrick Bradley Straight Path Eric Marienthal Get Here Rob Tardik Shakin' The House Nick Colionne The Connection Hart Ramsey In Spite Of Myself Drew Simpson On Fallen Ground”
Wes Gillespie - Street Jazz Power Chart

“**The Window. So appropriately named. On this project, that “window” is once again opened wide enough for you to see all that Yandall is and has always been to not only our world of jazz but to the infinite world of music. A world of music so infinite that its challenge is always too much for Patrick Yandall to ignore, and he rises each time to successfully face that very challenge. — Ronald Jackson”
Ronald Jackson - The Smooth Jazz Ride

“Now with the #1 most added single on smooth Groove Jazz chart "Tower of Soul" from the brand new CD "The Window"on Innervision Records.”
Groove Jazz Chart - Groove Jazz

“It’s hard to believe that this is Patrick Yandall’s 11th release it’s a collection of instrumental rock tracks! I have been hinting around this for years in my reviews. Patrick broke out the Strats and Telecasters and wailed away.”
Keith Hannaleck - Muzik Reviews

“The Café has been hip to the San Diego axe-man for quite some time, a period during which Yandall has become firmly entrenched as a perennial favourite on our show. Elements of jazz and blues, which have long been hallmarks of his music.”
Ted Hasiiuk - JazzLynx

“I received your CD today. Thank you. I put in in my car on the way back to the office. WOW! patrick very Impressive. I'll probablly keep listening to it for the next week straight. LOL, seriously, when I find a CD that I love, I keep listening to it...every track, over and over again. ”
Denise Jordan-Walker - Candid Jazz Conversations

“A New Day is not limited to a pure date. It's a philosophical and historical attitude of mind. Patrick Yandall's A New Day is delicious and appealing. Exactly the nucleus of fine smooth jazz guitar music. ”
HBH - SmoothJazz.De

“If there is one musician whose style typifies the sun soaked vibe synonymous with the city of San Diego it is guitarist Patrick Yandall. ‘A New Day’, he has surpassed himself jam packed with some of the best contemporary jazz you will hear this year. For more go to www.patrickyandall.com”
Denis Poole - Smooth Jazz Therapy Review