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Marqseven
marqseven has been settin’ it off as a songstress/songwriter since 1999. Performing has long been a passion of hers, as her inclination towards music manifested itself in the form of her playing various musical instruments in elementary and high school, and dancing with a local rap group in the early nineties. She has been bringing her deepest thoughts, truest emotions and colorful imagination to life on paper composing original song lyrics, short stories and poetry. She began sharing her poetic works at various open mics around Chicago while infusing her rich, deep vocals into her performances. All drawn from her personal experiences, marqseven’s poignant pieces celebrate the inspiration of a new love, the frustration of past pain, spirituality and personal growth.

In August 2000, marqseven began her professional career as a jazz vocalist with saxophonist David Boykin and The David Boykin Expanse, and is featured on his 2001 release, 47th Street Ghost. She has performed in many venues, including the HotHouse, the historic Gerri’s Palm Tavern, Velvet Lounge, DuSable Museum, and at the 2001 Chicago Jazz Festival, which was broadcast live on WBEZ. In May 2003, she was chosen as one of ten finalists in the Chicago Music Opportunity Project (CMOP) showcase competition and has one of her songs, “Strange Love”, featured on the CMOP Compilation CD. She has shared the stage with some of the world’s hottest talent, including Howard Hewett, Vinx, the House of Twang, We Hit Productions, Soul People, and the Damian Espinosa Jazz Ensemble. She was featured as a Supreme in A Tribute to the Motown Greats, which premiered at the DuSable Museum in Chicago in December 2003, and has played at various events around Chicagoland. She is currently being featured in “Nina Simone: The High Priestess Speaks” at the Black Ensemble Theater as Lorraine Hansberry, as well as in various supporting choral roles.

All in one show, marqseven offers the best in soul, jazz, and house music. From stirring soul classics to bold, emotionally honest originals, she delivers a performance that captivates and tantalizes from start to finish. Through her smooth words, fresh vocals, irresistible smile and contagious energy, she draws in her audience, creating an unforgettable vibe and a simply incredible performance.