Patrick O’Daniel | Bassist, Heartless & Magnum Dopus
Patrick O’Daniel Talks Heartless, Magnum Dopus, Memphis Music, and Writing ‘Crusaders, Gangsters and Whiskey
The podcast welcomes Memphis bassist and author Patrick O’Daniel. They talk about Patrick’s recent gigs, including Italian Fest with Heartless and a rain-soaked show at Ghost River. Patrick explains Heartless set choices, their “Ladies of the ’80s” breakout, and the advantage of two female lead vocalists, Vanessa Sudbury and Katie Marlier. He shares his musical beginnings, early influences (Kiss, Zeppelin, Yes, Cream, The Who, Rush), and his fingerstyle start. The episode covers Patrick’s original band, Magnum Dopus—its lineup, writing process, streaming reach, and upcoming recording—plus his other projects (Island 45 and Super Five). Patrick also spotlights his Memphis-history nonfiction books, especially “Crusaders, Gangsters and Whiskey,” available in print, libraries, and audiobook.
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