the critics
“…a showcase of traditional styles that are, in fact, full of grace… Casey has achieved a level of writing and performance that can come only from experience – and that musical power is clearly evident…” Times Argus, Montpelier, Vermont
“Patti Casey, one of Vermont’s outstanding singer-songwriters, has taken her sultry and musically expressive voice into new territory.” Times Argus, Montpelier, Vermont (Just An Old Sweet Song)
“From start to finish, The Edge of Grace is impressive…a singularly gorgeous voice…top contender for local album of the year”Seven Days, Burlington, Vermont
“Working her trade quietly for years, she has developed into a north-country artist of mature, subtle lyricism. Casey owns a lovely voice, an advanced melodic sense and the ability to draw us into an intimate world. A few songs on her new CD Under Different Skies sound like country classics. When Casey wants to tell a story, she does so plainly. Yet when she wants to be mysterious, she isn't merely vague, she weaves a moody spell of poetic enticement. And she’s enough of a good ol' gal to end her album with a love song to her dog.” The Boston Herald
“…Heavy-duty lyrics… what immediately distinguishes Casey from her fellow singer-songwriters are her voice and musicianship… penetrating and emotionally complex.” Times-Argus, Montpelier, Vermont
“…Some of the finest vocals and creative songwriting you're liable to hear anywhere… a voice like expensive chocolate… (Under Different Skies) is simply full of gems.” Seven Days, Burlington, Vermont
“Admire the singing/songwriting of Patti Casey… simultaneously warm and weary sporting an occasional Celtic trill… tight… unpredictable originals.” The Performing Songwriter
“A good songwriter… an accomplished vocalist… damn good.”Vermont Times
“A singer-songwriter of considerable talent… outstanding execution.” Times Argus, Montpelier, Vermont
“An extraordinary voice… an accomplished young pro… eliciting echoes of Eartha Kitt.” Newport Daily News, Newport, Vermont
“The sweetest voice and some of the finest songwriting to come out of Vermont in the last 25 years.” Robert Resnik, Vermont Public Radio "All The Traditions"
“(Casey's) sultry, silky voice sets her apart from the average folkie.” Burlington Free Press, Vermont
"Best Vermont Vocal Performance of 2005 is a tough category to judge because our state has so many fine singers. But in this case the award goes to Patti Casey." Times Argus, Montpelier, Vermont (full story)