Marcos with Limahl "Neverending Story Video MTV"
Mixing heartwarming earth tones and commercial hooks, Marcos Lopez-Iglesias is bringing his blend of pop songwriting to the world. Born in Oxford, England (his mother is English, his father Spanish) his music has an essence of English folk purity touched with strong Spanish guitar sounds. When his family moved to Sheffield his mother, Eve, already aware of the family musical talent, bought Marcos a classical guitar and his brother, Simon, a drum set.. Later, the brothers decided to swap instruments and Marcos developed a strong sense of groove and musicianship which gave him some outstanding success in UK drum competitions and led to him being selected to drum for a nine piece soul band called Yahboo. Marcos’ talent was noticed by pop idol Limahl from Kajagoogoo (Too Shy Shy) and he was invited to play at stadiums throughout Europe. He also took part in the video soundtrack for the movie The Never Ending Story. Duran Duran then invited Marcos to play with them on their European tour. Marcos decided to stay on in Europe and moved to Modena in Italy to work with Innervision Recording Studios as session drummer and assistant producer. He wrote songs for the Italian pop band The Gift and also composed an anthem for the Uventus Football Club In the mid nineties Marcos moved to the USA where he worked with the American Music Organization The Continental Singers and had the opportunity to study composition with renowned classical composer Miguel Del Aguila. This pushed him to new limits and he decided to communicate his ideas as a contemporary singer/songwriter. Marcos is currently performing and recording in Los Angeles and will soon be performing with Circle Of Songs which showcases only the best singer/songwriters. He also performed with Andre Crouch at his Church and was invited back for a future performance. Testimonials “Marcos Lopez-Iglesias is apparently good at everything he does. He was an excellent songwriting student of mine, already a great drummer and exceptional singer. Now he is making people cry at showcases with his songwriting skills, both musically and lyrically. I showcased him at the L.A. Women in music soiree, and the lady next to me was sobbing when he finished his song Uncomplicated Cat… and she was a complete stranger. That’s a true test of the quality of communication through songwriting. The entire room loved him”. Harriet Schock, Platinum Songwriter/Recording Artist/Teacher “I was truly floored by Marcos Lopez-Iglesas’ performance. His original songs were well written; Hit me hard emotionally, and musically were unique. His singing (and playing!) showed his soulful artistry…direct from the heart, no added makeup! I would go anywhere to hear this man play!” Cathy Segal-Garcia, Jazz singer/educator
Hey man! Thanks for the add! I still remember old times :) when we recorded my first CD. I'm glad to listen to your great music! You are the man. Keep in touch.
i remember uncomplicated cat! didnt you write a song about a statue??!! i wrote a song on my album in harriets class! do you still take with her? fond memories... erinn
Hi Marcos, I listened to your songs and I really like it. Very original. Uncomplicated Cat is my favorite. Very unique voice too. Wish you lot of success. Lets keep in touch and get together when I'm in L.A.
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