Pat Riddle
electric guitar, vocals

Grew up in a musical family in the west suburbs of Minneapolis. Started playing guitar at age 10, and always saw himself playing and touring in a band. A fan of all styles of music, Pat brings a tasteful blend of jazz and funk to the Ape's blues-based sound.

Musical Mentors
Trey Anastasio
Jerry Garcia
Pat Metheny
Wes Montgomery
Pat Martino
Eric Clapton
Miles Davis
John Coltrane
Chick Corea

Stage Gear
Fender Stratocaster
Hamer Artist electric guitar
Fender Blues Deluxe amp
Ibanez Tube Screamers
Boss PH-3 Phase Shifter
Boss CS-3 Compression Sustainer