Patti Austin, an American R&B, pop and jazz singer, has made her mark in the music industry with a career that spans several decades, beginning in the 1960s. Born in Harlem, New York, on August 10, 1950, Austin was introduced to music at a young age, making her stage debut at the Apollo Theater when she was just four years old. Throughout the 70s and 80s, she became known for her session work as a background vocalist, working with artists like Paul Simon, Cat Stevens, and James Brown, eventually establishing a successful solo career.

Austin's breakthrough came in 1981 with the release of her album "Every Home Should Have One," which included the hit duet "Baby, Come to Me" with James Ingram, rocketing to the top of the charts after being featured on the soap opera General Hospital. Over the years, she has demonstrated a versatile vocal range, easily transitioning between genres, as shown in her discography that ranges from R&B and pop to jazz, including tributes to jazz legends, as seen in "For Ella 2" and explorations of Gershwin's music in "Avant Gershwin." Her talents have garnered her a Grammy Award in 2008 for Best Jazz Vocal Album for "Avant Gershwin," confirming her status as one of the most sublime and versatile vocalists of her generation. Through releases like "Love Songs," "We're All in This Together," and "Hope Has Arrived," Austin continues to enchant audiences with her soulful voice and innovative music collaborations.

Genres

Quiet Storm

Smooth Jazz

Yacht Rock

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Latest Release

Love Songs

Patti Austin

Album - 14 Tracks - Released February 5, 2024