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LIBERATION ROCK...go looking for what's beautiful.........
Inukshuk Pass has rapidly won the hearts of the young and old in the upper Mid-West. Lead by husband and wife team, Paul Weyandt and Patti Ryan, their music is delivered in powerfully felt sets of sweetly soulful rock that keeps fans coming back for more. With inventive melodies, innate authority and ability and irresistible grooves, their highly relatable songs of struggle and redemption resonate for days after hearing them. Fans are building Inukshuks of their own all over the region to indicate the good paths they have found. The solid foundation of this powerful music and deeply felt message is refreshingly lasting, lifting the spirits of all who connect with Inukshuk Pass.
Patti Ryan: songwriter, vocals, piano and flute.
Paul Weyandt: Bass.
Mark Martin: Guitar vocals
Dave DeGennaro: drums and percussion
We thank several local guest artists who work to perform live shows and record our songs.
Special thanks to Joe Nelson guitar and vocals, Amber Gay BG Vox, and Mike Haselman, Steel, Fiddle.
"The secret weapon of this St. Paul/Duluth foursome is lead singer Patti Ryan, whose husky, expressive voice is quite similar to last season's "American Idol" runner-up Crystal Bowersox, who also rocks a nice retro vibe. "Don't Look Down" is the band's latest CD, and it's highly recommended to those looking for a modern take on Woodstock-era rock."
Ross Raihala - St. Paul Pioneer Press
"Led by the powerful vocals of Patti Ryan, this Minnesota band knows how to groove and entertain a crowd. Like other eclectic bands such as Santana and Los Lonely Boys, Inukshuk (in-nook-shook) Pass combines influences from folk, rock, jazz, country, blues, soul, and ethnic music to create a unique and exciting sound. Many of their songs are driven by an irresistible groove. The lyrics spring compelling stories of resiliency that connect with fans. This is a tight band, lead by a powerful woman, which takes full advantage of the strengths and talents of each member. "
Women of Substance Radio May, 2010
Keri Noble - Women of Sunstance Radio
"...a soulful version of folk with an emphasis on the groove...the band's debut, Chasin' Trains, often sounds like a long-lost Bay area record from the late 60's...Local Cheapo's outlets have not only put the CD in their listening stations, they're also displaying prints of the art pieces."
Ross Raihala - St. Paul Pioneer Press
