Marcus Tells All weekly Blog

It's Tuesday and Marcus is working hard on creating and appreciating music all around him. Marcus took some time out of his busy schedule to answer some questions for the fans. 

Lettey: Good morning Marcus. So the fans are excited for and anticipating this new project you have coming out. What are you currently working on with the album and who are you listening to musically for inspiration? 

Marcus: Hey morning Lettey. So right now I'm about 5 concepts/songs into the project. I'm just working on tightening up the mixes. I'm adding little things to make those tracks bigger. Right now I'm listening to Ratatat for that beauty in their electric guitar mixes. I'm trying to find how I can change how people listen to certain instruments. 

Lettey: What musical experience has most influenced you over the last 5 years and who has been a big mentor to your during that time? 

Marcus: The past 5 years...hmmm... Well within the last 4 years it's been my creative family from college. The experiences I've had with those people are priceless. From finding myself to finding my inner funk, it truly was a blessing meeting them all. 

Lettey: If you could have anyone do a guest spot on the album, who would it be and why? 

Marcus: Macy Gray. I actually need her on this album. Like yesterday!! She fits the texture, other than that, Tech definitely. My creative family, Clergy, some of the homies from AGO and that's about it. But yes, Macy Gray for sure. 

Lettey: If any major label were to offer you a contract, who would you be excited to hear from and why? 

Marcus: If I start my own label, I'll offer myself a contract (haha). It's so confusing with this music business, Lette. Which is so unnecessary. 

Thanks for taking time to answer some questions with us and until next week. 

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Lettey: Of the songs you've written so far, which is your favorite and why? 

Marcus: That’s really hard to tell. I spent so much time on all of them to the point where they all are my favorites as an (unfinished) whole. I’m still spending time on them.

Lettey. Do you have any shows coming up?

Marcus: No Shows coming up. Just creating and writing.

Lettey. What is the best way for people to get a hold of you if they wish to book a show or have you on a track?

Marcus: The best way to get a hold of me is at Oobersounds@gmail.com for booking and serious inquiries. (Marcus is working on his new album and response times may be delayed but we will all do our best to respond.)

Lettey: Will you be attending the Gathering of the Juggalos again this year?

Marcus: If Krizz Kalico has his own set there, then yes I will.

Lettey: Tell me why you feel Jazz is a good musical inspiration and what do you hope it will bring to your fans?

Marcus: Jazz is infinite. The sings, chords, different tempos and time signatures, you could be really innovative with it. It has no rules.

Lettey: People really enjoyed your podcasts online, any chance of bringing those back from your college days?

Marcus:  I don’t know. Being so indulged in just creating this project..It’s really hard to tell. I’m in the moment right now and just recording my moments. 

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