The Mosaic Quartet, created in 2011, is an alternative rock band from San Diego, California. JB—Vocals/Guitar, Chetan—Piano, Melissa—Bass/Vocals (all classically trained pianists) and Pat—Drums, highlight the piano as the central role in their sound. Chetan spins virtuosic piano riffs alongside celestial guitar scapes and pads, a driving rhythm section, and JB’s sincere, catchy vocals. They site their primary influences as Radiohead, Muse, and Coldplay, but they take pride in having a sound that’s all their own.
Just this past April, M4 had the chance to record with legendary producer T-Bone Burnett. This live session gave birth to two tracks performed in his new recording studio at The Village in Santa Monica. It features the dance pop inspired ‘Let’s Go Out’ and the tempestuous ballad ‘Waterfalls.’
JB and Chetan first met in 2005 at music school in Cleveland, OH. A handful of songs were written and chemistry was there, however, they parted ways for 5 years while JB honed his songwriting and vocal abilities to a growing fan base in Boston and Chetan continued his career at the piano gaining success in the world’s most prestigious piano competitions. In 2010 they recruited Melissa, who was finishing up her graduate studies in piano, to move to San Diego and start the band. Once in town, they hooked up with Pat who had spent years developing his rhythmic style through jazz and jam band influences.
“The Mosaic Quartet combines intelligent songwriting with today’s ‘pop’ sensibilities while creating a musical soundscape that engages and captivates the listener.” -Rob Daily, www.dailyunsigned.com.
David Primozich
March 31, 2012 at 12:55 amGreat website, JB. I took some time to listen to several of the tracks here and enjoyed them very much. You and your group are very talented and I wish you all the best. It’s good to be reminded that there is life outside of work and that one can have passion for more than a single pursuit.
M4
March 31, 2012 at 1:44 amAh, thanks man!