Soon after Before Braille recorded its debut LP, The Rumor, Patel was recruited and joined the band as its new lead guitarist.

Unlike many other bands, The Letterpress lacked any guitars, featuring only two bass players and a drummer.

Because of his unique style, which draws on rock and Middle-Eastern influences, many critics agree that his music might take a couple listens to get used to,[8] yet all appear to enjoy his work, noting that "If you take the time to get into it, you’ll REALLY like this.

"[9] Ron Trembath at FensePost.com provides another example of the critical acclaim for Patel's solo work, calling it "the fresh cigarette on a Sunday morning or, if you prefer, the black coffee for the unsurpassed rain.

[14] Then in 2009, Patel released his first solo recording in five years, the Get Phased EP, and toured with Dear and the Headlights as both an opening act, as well as its bass player.