Irish-American musician Patrick "Pat" Monahan (born on February 28, 1969 in Erie (Waterford), Pennsylvania) is the lead singer-songwriter behind the Grammy award winning band Train. He's a successful solo artist and has collaborated with multiple artists. Pat plays acoustic guitar, mandolin, percussion, saxophone, flute, electric violin, clarinet and trombone.
Pat released his first solo album, 'Last of Seven', on September 18, 2007, followed by a nation-wide tour. He followed the tour up with a small, intimate acoustic tour, which inspired his "Last of Seven Acoustic," available via digital download only.
His first solo single, "Her Eyes", was released to radio stations in July and made the top 10 of Billboard's Hot AC chart. His second single is "Two Ways to Say Goodbye."
On "Last of Seven," Pat duets with folk-rocker Brandi Carlile, featuring special guest appearances by Richie Sambora and Graham Nash.
He's also notably covered Buddy Holly on the multi-artist collaboration album 'Listen to Me', where Pat performed the pop tune "Maybe Baby".
He currently resides in Seattle, WA.