Patrick & Leanne are a Livermore Valley–based duo devoted to connection—with each other, with their audience, and with the deeper parts of ourselves that music has the power to reach. Blending heartfelt original songs with thoughtfully chosen pop covers, they create warm, engaging performances that invite listeners in and leave them feeling seen, uplifted, and connected.

The duo has become a local favorite in the Livermore Valley music scene, performing together for more than three years at wineries, community events, and intimate venues throughout the region. While Patrick & Leanne often perform as a duo, they frequently expand their sound by collaborating with other talented local musicians, creating dynamic and memorable live shows.

Leanne is a vocalist and keyboardist and a lifelong student of music, having studied piano and voice in New York. Patrick—Patrick Noel Russ—is a vocalist, guitarist, and songwriter who has been writing and performing music his entire life. He is the behind the original Patrick & Leanne material, crafting songs that focus on love, authenticity, resilience, and the shared human experience.

Patrick & Leanne’s original music is available on all major digital platforms under Patrick & Leanne, including the singles “All I Need to Be,” “A Place of Love,” “Blue Sky,” and “Poem in Three.” Their most recent release, “Here,” arrived in June 2024 and continues their tradition of honest songwriting paired with inviting, melodic arrangements.

At the core of Patrick & Leanne’s music is a simple belief: music is for everyone, and connection—real, human connection—is always worth creating.