Jamie Lee Patterson | Canadian Singer-Songwriter

NEW YEAR’S EVE SINGLE RELEASE

This year held its shadows, and some days felt heavier than I knew how to hold. But even in the quietest moments, love kept rising—soft, stubborn, and steady—whenever I chose it.
My new single, “Soon It Will Be,” comes out on New Year’s Eve. I poured so much of myself into it, and I truly hope it reaches you in the way I meant it to.
Take care.
— Jamie

MEDICATION (REVOLUTION NOW!) [REMASTERED]

I’m sick of watching the world suffocate under lies, greed, and hollow distractions. Medication was my scream into the void years ago—this remaster tears the bandages off. Louder. Meaner. No filters. No apologies.

Play it until your neighbors complain. Play it until the walls shake. Play it until you remember you’re still alive.

We don’t need more sedation—we need a wake-up call. A spark. A reckoning. And it starts right now.

– Jamie

In collaboration with the musicians who inspired my music journey and a special guest, I invite everyone to embrace the new year with a refreshed and amplified version of my song, “Eudora.” Originally inspired by my grandmother, this heartfelt piece embodies compassion and hope during challenging times.

This new version showcases a collaboration with my father’s band, Otis Wack, known as Eudora since 1974—celebrating their 50th anniversary this year! It features my father, Patrick Perry Patterson, on drums, alongside Ron Elliott on bass and Wade Calnek on lead guitar. This project honors our family legacy and highlights the enduring power of music across generations.

I am excited to have LA-based vocalist Stephanie Nicole, whose soulful voice enriches the track. “Eudora” was recorded at Crooked Castle Studios and mixed by renowned Toronto producer Dan Hosh. The video was filmed by Dan Fatu in Brighton, England, and reedited at Crooked Castle Studios.

I look forward to sharing this inspiring rendition with you all!

“I am deeply inspired and grateful to the South Shore Ceasefire Now for organizing rallies against the heinous act of genocide. Their tireless efforts to raise awareness and mobilize the community against such atrocities are truly commendable.” – Jamie Lee Patterson Rally: January 14th, 2024 – HOSTED BY SSCN

This is my artistic “macro real-time view of humanity,” a broad perspective of us as a whole. In my song “Sick of It,” I highlight how the ego has a pervasive influence on me and everyone else, and the considerable effort it takes to overcome it. I express my exasperation and frustration with the way we treat each other and engage in wars that only deepen division and cause suffering. My message is that we are not yet ready to wake up and recognize our faults as a species.

In 2004, I recorded a raw and poorly recorded demo in my basement during the early morning hours. The base of this recording was created then, with an out-of-tune guitar. After 16 years, my friend HJL added an amazing musical backdrop to the recording, including drums, keys, and effects outside the box. HJL also created an incredible video that perfectly complements the music.

Eudora video Premiere-Live at The Railway Inn, Brighton, England on July 3, 2019, recorded by Stanley Steere photographed by Dan Fatu 0:00 – Eudora 4:16 – Kids in Love 7:00 – Dear Jane 11:16 – Our Kids Rights 14:37 – David in the Time of Waking 17:00 – Refrigerator

Refrigerator – Live at Al Whittle Theatre June 3, 2017.

Jamie Lee Patterson, in collaboration with Clark McMillan and Callihoo, recorded live late at night in Toronto in January 2017
0:00 – Eudora 5:15 – Our Kid’s Rights 9:05 – Callihoo 10:20 – The Fool

If you’re feeling overwhelmed, take a moment to unwind with my latest tune, “Morning”. Its soothing melody resonates with the anxiety many of us are facing due to the pandemic. Personally, spending time in nature has been essential to my well-being. I hope this song brings you the same sense of peace it brings me. My best wishes to you.

During a trip to Montreal, I had the pleasure of staying with my good friend Clark McMillan. He was hard at work on a painting for my upcoming EP, which I titled “A Search for a Sunny Day Project.” One of the highlights of my visit was on April 7, 2017. I performed at The Yellow Door, a well-known underground music venue. The host and audience were incredibly warm and welcoming, and I had an amazing time.

LOVE WILL FREE THE WORLD!!! The inspiration for Eudora, a project close to my heart, came from my grandmother Eudora Ileen Patterson. She was diagnosed with dementia in 2015, which led me to reflect on life and humanity. I found solace in reminiscing about my childhood and her wise words. Eudora serves as a reminder to listen to one another and to examine our relationships with ourselves, our communities, and the planet. To address the challenges we face, we must come from a place of love. In February 2017, I recorded my album A Search for a Sunny Day Project at Catherine North Studios in Hamilton, Ontario. Recently, while living in the UK, I met the talented Dan Fatu who produced this video. On a beautiful spring afternoon in Brighton, we brought together friends and volunteers from around the world who have dedicated their lives to spreading understanding, solidarity, and love through various means such as protest, poetry, teaching, organizing, and music. I am grateful for each participant’s unique contribution and invite you to watch the video and share some love. Thank you to Dan Fatu, and Catherine North Studios for their involvement in this project.