Fleeing the horrific war-torn revolution and mother, being with child, Eric's parents came to the United States of America from Caracas, Venezuela. Eric was then born on Christmas day in Mobile, AL.
He performed with the Air Force Band on trumpet, guitar and electric bass, entertaining world famous dignitaries (foriegn and domestic) and TV and movie personalities and backing celebrities such as Anita Bryant. He was on the same billing as the Cowsills (Partridge Family starring David Cassidy) and host Peter Marshall of Hollywood Squares fame.
He has also played in bands that opened on concerts and shows, and/or performed with such names as Maynard Furgeson, Shelby Lynne, Beth Nielsen Chapman, http://www.bethnielsenchapman.com/ - Reba McEntire, Marie Osmond - http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/ - Mel Tillis - http://www.meltillis.com - and others. And performing in conjunction with Miss America 2005, Diedre Downs.
He has done radio and TV commercials, local as well as National. He was also commisioned by a local blues artist to notate lead sheets to be sent to B.B. King's producer/manager for research purposes.
He also appears along with songwriter/performer/creative genius Jerry Powell on the award winning song "Bodine Brown" on the nationally famous Dr. Demento's album "Demento's Mementos".
Now-a-days, most of Eric's performances are at private functions. He and his wife Karin perform at various venues on classical guitar & harp, or doing Pop Music using various instruments and playing everything from Easy Listening & Light Rock to Jazz, Latin and origional songs.
In addition, he is one of a trio of wild, zany, nutty entertainers known as the Cleverlys. They perform throughout the Southeast for various corporate groups as an after-dinner comedy, variety act which includes music, magic and ventriloquism.
Aside from preparing a TV show for cable, "Off The Beaten Path", The Cleverlys also made a cameo appearance in the movie "West From North Goes South" starring Phyllis Diller, Tina Louise (Gilligan's Island), Larry Linnville (M*A*S*H*), La Wanda Page (Sanford and Sons).
Eric's musical style is eclectic and spans from classical to jazz; from pop to Latino; and from easy listening to Celtic.
He is also associated with the following organizations: BMI, ISHFC, NMTA (National Music Teachers Association), AMTA, BCMTA, NAAV, Schumann Club,and registered with the Better Business Bureau.
hey, just stopping by to say hi - hope you're doing well.
I've got my new single 'Dancing On The Kitchen Tiles" on my page at the moment, as well as a couple of new live videos. I'd love to know what you think.
Just spreading some love your way - Thanks and enjoy the Christmas season! PS: the song Feel Good, should make you feel good! :o) Kevin
"As music becomes more and more unconditional, it begins to be experienced as a inner joy. This isn't the sudden joy of a pleasurable turn of events, it's a constant accompaniment joy arises from within each moment of existence in a world where true art is a gift"
I believe you are the first person to know the origin of that quote out of all our friends. Very nice. Jim Croce is one of our favorites indeed . . . a true inspiration and one of the best singer songwriters of our time. Thanx for the kind words!!! All the best 2 you & yours!!! Have a smashing week!!! RLT
** Electric Eric Marrero ** Hi Eric, Thanks so much for searching me out & finding me in the vast wilderness we call cyberspace. I am honored to have such a talented musician as yourself as a friend & fan. I loved your Celtic song and the others! Musically Yours, Ken Krupnik Siger/Sopngwriter
Hi Eric !! Thanks for your friendship . Very nice your songs . I like very mush. ...sorry for my bad english. Feel free , listen to my songs and let me know what do you think about ok ? Greetings from Brasil. Take Care.
Eric, Thanks for finding my page and thanks very much for your kind words. I've enjoyed listening to your fine music too. Best wishes for all your musical ventures. Regards... Greg Harper.
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