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| Duane Patton, creator of Patton Leatha, was born and raised in Oakland, California in the San Francisco Bay area. His interest in music began at the early age of 11 and started in a garage band. As his musical talent evolved, Duane was signed to CBS Records in the late 70's and was produced by Henry Crosby who has produced for both Stevie Wonder and Michael Jackson. He was signed as a recording artist and was lead singer of the group "The Together Band". During this time he also performed at the CBS Artist Conventions with notable recording artists including Barbara Streisand and Earth, Wind and Fire. He has also opened for The Whispers, James Brown, Phyllis Hyman, Johnny Taylor, Toni Tony Tone and many other recording artists.In the late 80's, he was signed with Holland Dozier. Holland as an artist, songwriter and producer. He received a platinum CD for his performance on the "Too Short American Music nominated song, "The Ghetto". Duane also appeared on the popular "Nia Peoples Show". In 1996, he began to perform on the Casino Circuit throughout the United States, which has also included the popular showrooms of Reno and Las Vegas casinos. |
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