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Who am I? Let me answer with a quote from one of my favorite movies of all time (The Breakfast Club) "You see us as you want to see us...In the simplest terms, in the most convenient definitions." Just who IS Pat? Well, if you choose to define me with simply "what do you do for a living?" then I would answer with a brief resume as follows: Over 20 years experience working for various advertising and media companies in Chicago, including WGN TV, WUSN "US99", Leo Burnett, TMP Worldwide/Monster.com and JTC Advertising. I am currently a freelance writer/editor for various national websites and run a small talent management and promotions agency. Born into the decade of the "peace and love movement" had a powerful impact on my life. The politics, visuals and especially the sights and sounds of 60's music, television and film are deeply rooted in my soul and reflect who I am and where I am going. I am truly a child of the 60's and 70's in every sense of the word. I'm "Old school" and proud of it! If music is the soundtrack of our lives, then my world has been a symphony of radical, life altering rock anthems, blended into a crescendo of gut wrenching, angst-filled lyrics, with the rhythmic assault of heavy rock and punk, and, at times, the concert that is my life suddenly evolves into weepy pop ballads, bubble gum innocence or deep, "Dylanesque" tunes. Yes, I am certainly a blending of many different styles, all expressed with a full range of emotion and heart. I have a deep love for humanity, music, the creative arts, and believe in living life to the fullest and pursuing your passion. .

My Interests

Music, writing, movies, tv, books, animals and nature.

I'd like to meet:

Fun, cool and creative people that enjoy life, who are looking for friends or networking connections.

Music:

The Beatles, Roxy Music, U2 ("The" big bands for me) Also love most 60's and 70's classic rock, "British Invasion" music and Motown.

Movies:

A Hard Day's Night, Hair, Forrest Gump, Airplane, (Almost Famous, Fast Times at Ridgemont High---Note: I LOVE YOU CAMERON CROWE!!) The Graduate, Spinal Tap, The Breakfast Club, Wayne's World, It's a Wonderful Life.

Television:

My Name is Earl, The Office, 30 Rock, American Idol, Gilmore Girls, Flight of the Conchords, Curb your Enthusiasm, Extras, Entourage, Seinfeld. Also love classic tv sitcoms like The Odd Couple, Taxi, WXRP in Cincinnati, as well as my favorite BBC shows, The Office, Fawlty Towers and Monty Python.

Books:

Anything and everything about the entertainment business that I can get my hands on! Currently reading bios about Paul Simon (the singer...not the senator :), Bob Dylan, Groucho Marx. I've also recently enjoyed Richard Roeper's hilarious take on the rich and fab of Hollywood (Schlock Value), Pamela Des Barres fascinating "I'm with the Band" and Simon Cowell's "I don't mean to be rude, but..." Great stuff!

My Blog

Do Styx and Stones Break Hannah Montana’s Bones?

Hope you're having a great weekend! Are you sick of the Hannah Montana obsession? Or are you in a band, local artist or performer who feels screwed because the world cares more about this nonsen...
Posted by Pat on Sat, 09 Feb 2008 02:52:00 PST

Almighty demigods of vinyl, the record store guys

Welcome to Pat's wonderful review of a few of my favorite Chicago record stores. There are so many cool stores in this city from which to choose CDs discs and other items, but these are my personal fa...
Posted by Pat on Sat, 09 Feb 2008 02:27:00 PST

Benny the Bull loves me!

Chicago is filled with plenty of cool places to hang out with family and friends. Here are a few places that have won my heart:Chicago Bulls1901 W. Madison Chicago, IL 60612 (312) 455-4000The game of ...
Posted by Pat on Fri, 08 Feb 2008 02:48:00 PST

Oprah, please stop walking on that damn water!

(Back by popular demand, the Oprah blog...) Enjoy! Let's put this world-wide obsession with Oprah Winfrey in perspective please. Oprah and her show have done good things for people, and ma...
Posted by Pat on Fri, 08 Feb 2008 02:45:00 PST

Satan found in Chicago Hotel: BYOC (Bring your own crucifix)!!

Have you ever met Satan? I did. You may think the evil Prince of Darkness lives at Marilyn Manson's house and that he is personally responsible for subjecting the world to the likes of Britney, ...
Posted by Pat on Fri, 08 Feb 2008 02:41:00 PST

Listen to this wonderful musician!!

Hello and Happy Holidays - I wanted to share this with you. Bob (a.k.a. my wonderful partner!) recorded a live performance at Chicago Acoustic Underground last month. You can see th...
Posted by Pat on Wed, 12 Dec 2007 04:38:00 PST

Read about the hottest places and people in Chicago right HERE!!

Hey, guys - Have you visited Yelp.com yet? Well, you should!If you live in Chicago or you're planning a visit, you may want to check out REAL reviews of the people who live here at: http://www.y...
Posted by Pat on Fri, 17 Aug 2007 11:04:00 PST

You have to check out this amazing artist!

Hello, friends! Are you looking for a great gift for that special person in your life? If so, you have to check out this amazing artist!Born in Chicago, Illinois, Connie Szerszen enjoyed a succe...
Posted by Pat on Thu, 21 Jun 2007 10:27:00 PST

Are you there, Larry/Garry/Cameron?

Are you out there? Calling Larry David, Garry Marshall, Cameron Crowe and other Hollywood geniuses who could be my career Pharoah. Here is my personal love letter to yo...
Posted by Pat on Wed, 08 Nov 2006 10:18:00 PST