Marcus was born in Kings Cross London and from an early age was played Joe Cocker, Janis Joplin, Jimi Hendrix and an array of blues and folk by his mother and father who made him tapes of old LP's he owned. Marcus proceeded to break these tapes through over playing quicker than his dad could make them till he was given a guitar made from a shoe box and elastic bands to keep him occupied. It wasn't till 12 years later at the age of 15 he actually picked up a real guitar. Whilst attending music school in Liverpool he formed a 3-piece Blues band and at this point decided that singing would be a good thing to try, as you only have to split the gig wage three ways.

Marcus learnt his trade as a front man by playing 3 sets a night, sometimes being on stage for up to 3 hours or until people could physically dance no more and got into a few scrapes with bar owners for playing longer than their licenses would allow. His residencies at Hannah's Bar and The Bumper in Liverpool fast became two of the most happening nights in the city.

As a session player he toured the world, wrote and recorded with many artists of very differing styles. Now 25 years old, with 3 years of touring behind him, he started his solo project in September 2007 and has been playing in London venues The Bedford, Regal Room and Marquee Club.

Marcus has just finished recording his debut EP 'Knock Me Down'. This year he has been on tour supporting Hi-5 Alive and The Steeples round the UK as well as solo shows and opening the main stage at this years Wychwood Festival.

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