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Midnight Mosaic / Press

“A funky, progressive cross between P-Funk and Pink Floyd. Midnight Mosaic is one of New Jersey’s most popular independent original bands”

“This band truly is a musical mosaic, carefully blending pop, rock, funk & soul in one colourful painting for your ears.”

“Walking past the stage during set up, one wouldn’t assume the members of Midnight Mosaic to be performing together, let alone be able to guess what they’re performing. A combination of rock, funk and everything in between, Midnight Mosaic has been intricately crafted to offer a unique sound. The Asbury Park-based band frequently performs throughout the tri-state area but felt right at home during their March 14th performance at New Brunswick's Old Bay Restaurant, the lively New Orleans-inspired bar and restaurant. The energy was at a constant high under the multi-colored lights that illuminated the stage and members in hues of red, blue and green. While the crown-molded ceilings of the southern-inspired restaurant shook. Their ability to adapt to different genres in less than seconds was extremely impressive. At one moment you were listening to funk, and in the blink of an eye it had smoothly transitioned into rock.”

“Midnight Mosaic proves that independent original music in New Jersey still is strong for acts willing to network and work hard to market themselves effectively.”

“Midnight Mosaic is true to its name. The band is a mosaic of different genres of music, fused together to assemble a collective sound. If you are a fan of rock, pop, funk, hip-hop, and soul, then you will enjoy Midnight Mosaic. They could be offspring of The Red Hot Chili Peppers, with their edgy pop songs. The track “Old School” is sample of their sound suggesting a Kings of Leon inspiration. The lyrics, “I’m a renaissance,” repeat at the end, and a renaissance is a great way to describe the band’s innovative music. You may want to bust out your favorite Michael Jackson move, or a slightly more aggressive moon-walk, something from the likes of Alien Ant Farm’s “Smooth Criminal” cover, to this album’s danceable rhythms.”

“We found Midnight Mosaic to be exciting, eclectic and young which means a rising star phenomenon. Their sound was fresh and contemplative leading into a fusion of genres. For me, in the growing stage of music appreciation, I gravitate to their rock and soul sound. They’re fun and as I like to say when appropriate, like now, “welcome to the future.””

“Midnight Mosaic emerges with a distinct, upbeat pop-melody with a flicker of old-school rhythm. Funky instrumentals cascade with rock-infused vocals. The band performs and entertaining number with intense energy reminiscent to Red Hot Chili Peppers. You cannot help but to immerse yourself in the sounds of this remarkable band. Fast paced rhythms and beautifully layered synths give “Outside The Lines” a timely feel while powerful guitar riffs and moving percussion will get you up and moving. This memorable soundscape takes place as the band uses relevant metaphors to connect with listeners on content that highly relatable in the sense of relationships. There is no doubt that this is a song with a resounding message composed to hit very close to the core. With voice and music combined, Midnight Mosaic performs a captivating number that has absolutely no borders.”

“From at least 3 separate promoters in the Philadelphia area, I have heard that you do not want to miss a Midnight Mosaic show. The musicianship and the energy on stage make Midnight Mosaic one of the most talked about bands in the area of recent.”

“Midnight Mosaic mixed sounds of rock, soul, a bit of hip-hop and funk into all-original songs. Their passion for what thy do shows in their actions as well as their voices. Hunt and Dee kicked out the lyrics with such an intoned force, Hunt actually jumped from off and on the stage repeatedly seeming entranced in the energy from their songs.”

“This is one of the most penetrating and honest releases by any band in a long time, and with “Outside The Lines”, Midnight Mosaic meshes seamlessly together as it produces something that succeeds profoundly on every level. They are definitely a rock band – only they’re not as frustrated and angry as some of their colleagues – preferring to add a dimension of soul instead of aggression, to their style. And it works big-time for them! A lot of bands out there sound alike and usually when a new one comes around you can easily compare them to some other band. That’s not the case with Midnight Mosiac. Atsby Hunt is also a great vocalist and it’s so refreshing to be able to understand what a singer is saying because he is actually singing and not screaming, as has become the trend. “Outside The Lines” does a good job of showing what this group really is capable of. This song uses a number of elements; it’s catchy, it rocks, and it has a tremendous groove under the hood”

“Midnight Mosaic sent us over their last single to check out called “Outside the Lines.” On the track you will find the right amount of groove and musicianship that will keep the song in your head for a bit. What I’m really digging about their sound is the vocals. Both singers have this certain unique characteristic to their voice that just cuts through the mix and adds a unique flavor not found elsewhere. When you combine that with solid songwriting skills and big hooks, you have a song well worth your time.”

“With influences including The Talking Heads, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Foo Fighters, Prince and Parliament Funkadelic, Midnight Mosaic is a happy concoction of pop, dance, funk, hip hop, and, of course, soul; a sound simultaneously retro and fresh that is impossibly contagious to the eardrums. Though fairly new to the music scene, this six piece from Asbury Park has already achieved worldwide recognition being showcased in an impressive range of blogs, magazines, and radio shows spanning across the US to the UK.”

“Midnight Mosaic is a sublime hybrid of rock ‘n’ roll and soul. Listen to vocalist Atsby Hunt soulful and soaring vocals and then hearing the frenetic, groove-based sound the rest of Midnight Mosaic produces and you’ll be blown away. In some ways it reminds me of Living Colour but with more a danceable quality to it. Comparisons aside, Midnight Mosaic provides a high-energy soundtrack to any venue they perform at.”

“Outside The Lines is a great song with a fine production and a well- orchestrated vocal line. The voices are nothing short of sublime , powerful and at the same time effective.”

“Superb indie rock band but with a huge difference. Not only are the very talented but also very unique in the way that they combine pop, soul, funk and rock together, bringing out an awesome sound indeed. Vocally superb, Lyrically supreme and the music is raw sheer brilliance.”

“Midnight Mosaic the self-described Rock & Soul group is an amalgam of most of the sounds you’d hear walking down South Street in Philly on a Saturday night. Pass any of the buildings artist Isaiah Zagar created as the clock strikes twelve on that walk and suddenly their name makes a great deal of sense. Holding it all together with sheer charisma, frontman Atsby Hunt simply rocks. While the Asbury Park rockers’ lack The Boss’ working-class storyteller aesthetic, comparisons to their hometown’s most famous export are not unwarranted, as the group holds it down for big, bombastic rock music at the local level much as he does at arenas, and their setlists and influences can be just as unpredictable.”

“Starting out song one you’ll immediately understand the complexity of this album- “Right to Die” starts with a ripping bass line into huge hits followed by an incredibly complex drum rhythm that leaves me guessing for a few seconds how to even nod my head to the beat. Singer Atsby Hunt has a powerful voice that he seamlessly transitions into a soft falsetto where needed throughout the album which again help them to walk this line between what I would call hard rock and soul. Great production effects are used throughout as well utilizing larger than life harmonies, radio box vocal effects and a whole array of synths. Fire Work is a tough album to put a finger on, I can tell you for certain, this is a show you want to see live. Unless you prefer your music sitting down, I would make every effort to get to one of their shows because the music is fun. It’s fast tempo rock with aggressive musicianship. One I’ll be listening to for awhile to fully appreciate.”

“The DIY ethos of punk and the smooth stylings of soul are alive and well in New Jersey’s Midnight Mosaic. Pioneering the new wave of “rock n soul”, the band are a musical time machine, stopping in the early 90’s and the late 70’s, picking up odds and ends from bands like The Red Hot Chili Peppers and The Talking Heads, to name a few. The band goes above and beyond their influences, though. Listening to Fire Work, the band’s debut album, you are instantly taken by the way the band feeds off each other’s energy.”

“This album is full of good vocals, good instrumentals, and good lyrics which combine and work together so well to make a good album. Rock and Soul are two musical genres I never thought would go together, but Midnight Mosaic proved me wrong. They balance both so well and make their music feel like anything you have never heard before. As difficult as it was to pick, my favorite songs were “Abyss” and “Amnesty.” They got so many things right with this album that I am curious to see what they release next”

“Midnight Mosaic sent over their album “Fire Work” for me to check out and I’ve been playing it all day and loving every track on the album. This six piece band packs quite a sonic thrill and the 10 tracks on “Fire Work” range from in your face Rock ‘n Soul to creative masterpieces that cross multiple genres. Atsby Hunt's vocals have such a range and soul and the rest of the band deliver powerful and diverse music that will entertain anyone who is lucky enough to check out their distinctive sound. I highly recommend you pick up a copy of “Fire Work” and get lifted into the stratosphere with the 10 amazing tracks. Bravo!”

“This is why I love writing for Alt-Post, because I get sent gems like Midnight Mosaic’s single Right to Die. I can honestly say I’ve never heard anything like their fusion of soul, rock, dance, and I’m not sure what else. I’d love to see these guys really take off.”

“Expanding boundaries is never easy, often daunting, and usually necessary if one desires to stay relevant. Midnight Mosaic is innovative, fresh, new, and exciting.”

“The tempestuous fury of Midnight Mosaic showcases the breadth of their style, as overtures to emotive rock and 80s metal can be discerned. With Fire Work Midnight Mosaic is able to create an album that is utterly unique and provides listeners with enough in the way of influences to keep them coming back for more.”

“New Jersey rockers Midnight Mosaic are full of surprises on the 10-track ‘Fire Work.’ Each song it seemed would take a certain path, only to find that the songs had twisting and unrelenting curiosities. This band is tight and not even a fraction of air or mistakes gets between the notes. They have successfully created this amazing sense of fun (that I’m sure is even crazier live in concert) on record. Be sure to listen to all the tracks of the 10 on ‘Fire Work.’ They all give off special fireworks of music. I’m pretty stoked to have this collection added to my musical library. Solid A for Jersey’s Midnight Mosaic.”

“This sextet from Asbury Park, N.J. has all the essential ingredients of an explosive live band, and their new album Fire Work seems to capture that lightning in a bottle experience that most of us musician types could only hope for.”

“The way that all these experienced musicians can meld together to create a full wall of sound is truly impressive. Overall Fire Work is a great album start to finish but even more than that everyone needs to see Midnight Mosaic live to experience the electricity that they provide.”

“All in all Midnight Mosaic “Fire Work” presents an iconic sound. They are a rock band with more bells and whistles than you may think. Calling them purely rock is not a good thing, but it’s the banner that I’m going to cast. They flow through funk, rock, pop, and great lyricism to boot. What awaits for you on this record is 10 tracks of true music artistry. They are a gem in every sense of the word. All the pieces come together on this one, and should prove to be a launching pad for their career.”

“I love how Midnight Mosaic managed to meld all of their influences together and done so quite successfully. You can tell that they enjoy playing their music, and they have a passion for it as well. Listening to the energy that they put into the music in the studio, I can only imagine what they would be like in a live performance. Fire Work is a really good and innovative album, and I would recommend it highly to anyone.”

“Midnight Mosaic has a rich and full sound. A hybrid of rock, indie and soul. Amazing production, vocals and instrumentation. Their music is timeless and this unit has the opportunity to make a huge impression on the music industry with strong lyrical content and hooks.”

“Midnight Mosaic are an outstanding lively bunch of musicians who have awesome star quality give them a listen it's so worth it!!! They have what it takes to make a huge impression on the music industry they are entertaining & show spectacular talent, creativity, passion & uniqueness in a nutshell they are AWESOME with lashes of charisma & charm to boot!!”

“Rock & Soul plus a lot of energy and good times is what you’ll find with New Jersey’s own ‘Midnight Mosaic’!”

“These guys are amazing and Really True soul I absolutely love the sound and energy of the music and I would recommend them to fans of any Genre”

“The album, Fire Work is a must for any eclectic music lover!! This is high energy, solid talent and amazing start to finish!! Without a doubt a MetalDiva HORNS UP to Midnight Mosaic for their masterpiece of sound!!”

“Midnight Mosaic have put a their spin on the modern rock sound, infusing it with a funk and a soul that just makes you want to get up and move. My Fair Lady is the perfect example of their modern rock groove. Fuck I love this song...”

“The show has begun and Midnight Mosaic started to perform. The energy of the event transferred to the five members of the Midnight Mosaic band. The drums were distinctly leading, complemented by heavy beat of the bass and high pitches of very well played keyboards. Once the guitar solo set the mood, the vocalist let go of any decency and rocked the party.”

"MidMo is a highly enjoyable band. Their diverse sounds, just like their diverse styles and looks, add a new dimension to music today."

“Midnight Mosaic brings something new to the music industry with a new cool, yet at the same time almost retro sound. It is this mix of the old and the new that will gain this band many fans in those that search for good drumming, guitar and lyrics in an industry that is currently flooded with bass drops and auto tune.”

"Midnight Mosaic has managed to defy all genres by merging elements of rock, soul, hip-hop, funk, old school R&B, and ambient soundscapes. With a forward-thinking style, they have managed to paint for their fans, a mesmerizing “musical landscape.” They tear down the boundaries of musical tastes and rebuild an entirely new canvas for you the listener. Their shows are intoxicating from beginning to end with high energy and passion. They deliver a show that keeps the crowd moving to the music all night and well into the early hours of the next day even! If this doesn’t scream “GREAT time!” you’re probably six feet under by now."

“Distinctive & unique 'AWESOME' band, a superb mix of genres & everything that is needed to deliver a great tune.Top Vocals & Energizing rhythm. Feel great music with the ability to grip the listener from start to finish. Highly intoxicating.. would imagine they are SENSATIONAL live!”

Coral Rose - Radio Presenter, Preston, Lancashire

“Midnight Mosaic has a creative pick and mix of genres that makes them unique. Indeed, it's nice to see different tastes/backgrounds combined into one band to produce something new”

Parisa Esalat - 106.6 North Manchester Radio UK

“Their ability to mix the genres of rock, soul, R&B, hip hop, and funk…shows that Midnight Mosiac most certainly live up to their name by combining these various colors of music at exactly the right time. The transition time. The moments between dark and dawn. And timing is everything.”

“Midnight Mosaic with its hues, individuality, versatile musicality and subtlety of band members, injects glimmers of personality, rainbow shimmers infusing different genres to create unexpectedly captivating intrigue.”

“Lead singer A.t. Hunte is magical at the mic. He is a wonderfully odd singer himself. While the tone of his voice immediately reminds me Eliot Sloan of Blessed Union of Souls, the similarity stops at tone and timbre. He has a no-nonsense, strong voice that, though it is described in bios as soulful, is so much more. It has element of funk, strong overtones of straight forward rock and just a little shadow of R&B. He effortlessly bounces between a ska sound reminiscent of Roland Gift and performed just as well, to a real rock front man and then into kind of a cool indie sound all his own. He is both producers dream, and I am sure the subject of many female audience members’ nocturnal musings, though for distinctly different reason.”

Mad Hatter - Mad Hatter, Songs From The Hat Blogspot

"The band's awesome talent is on display as the musicianship pours out adding the perfect backdrop to the empowering lyrics. I'd definitely recommend this band to anyone who likes good songs that truly rock."

Senseitional - I Am Entertainment Magazine

"Midnight Mosaic resembles the kind of quirky, genre-mashing cohesiveness that makes groups like British act Bloc Party so compelling."