Biography
Mathieu Fiset is a versatile keyboardist and composer from Toronto, Canada, known for his eclectic mix of jazz fusion, progressive rock, funk, R&B, and electronic music. He started playing keyboards at a young age, coming from a musical family, and has since toured extensively, including performances in the UAE, Southeast Asia, and China. His music blends complex jazz with electronic grooves, often drawing comparisons to artists like Chick Corea, Snarky Puppy, and Daft Punk.
He has released several solo albums, such as RoboJazz and Endless Imagination, with a strong focus on experimental sounds and jazz improvisation. One of his recent albums, One More !!?!??, showcases his growth as an artist, exploring a wide range of styles from relaxed grooves to explosive solos.
Mathieu Fiset’s song “Chick’s Pain” is an instrumental jazz track that gained significant popularity, especially within the drumming community. The song became widely known after top-tier drummer Larnell Lewis performed a cover of it in a video for Drumeo, which went viral, attracting millions of views. The track is often used in drumless versions, allowing drummers to play along with the composition as a practice or performance piece.
“Chick’s Pain” has been described as a complex and engaging piece, full of rhythmic intricacies, which makes it a favorite for drummers and musicians alike. Mathieu Fiset benefited from the exposure generated by the viral video, and the song has continued to resonate with both professional musicians and enthusiasts, with new cover videos often circulating online.