Genres: Alternative/Indie,Children's,Soundtracks,Pop,RockJason Mraz has carved out a niche for himself in the music business by his simple arrangements and acoustic blend of pop, hip-hop and folk. Jason Mraz deliberate Dylanseque vibe has given him positive critical reception and success at the charts. It is his tenor voice that gives both the power and subtleness in his music. Mraz also has his signature holiday hat on while he performs giving him the "boy next door" image.
Jason Mraz - The New Kid on the Block
"It takes no time to fall in love, but it takes you years to know what love is." - Jason Mraz
Easy Listening
Jason Mraz has carved out a niche for himself in the music business by his simple arrangements and acoustic blend of pop, hip-hop and folk. Jason Mraz deliberate Dylanseque vibe has given him positive critical reception and success at the charts. It is his tenor voice that gives both the power and subtleness in his music. Mraz also has his signature holiday hat on while he performs giving him the "boy next door" image.
His albums have sold nearly 5 million copies world wide and the touring has helped him form a cult following. From playing at coffees houses to being nominated for Song of the Year at the 2009 Grammy, Mr. Mraz has certainly come a long way. The video for the song "I'm Yours" was viewed 50 million times on YoutTube. Many of his fans consider him a genius and next bright hope of the alternative rock music.
Early Years
Jason Mraz hails from West Virginia and moved to New York to pursue acting but after realizing that his true talent lies in music, he moved back to Virginia and began focusing on his music career. He even took singing classes just to hone his tenor voice. Mraz then moved to San Diego where he started playing in small clubs and more importantly as coffee houses. One of the coffee places of choice was Java Joes!