Marvalinn is a native Detroiter and currently resides in the city with her husband and four children. She grew up in the city with her seven brothers and sisters. She started singing and playing piano at church and in school at an early age. She picked up the flute a few years later.
While in college she met her husband, Nathan. He encouraged her to start playing and singing professionally. During this time, she also started writing her own songs. Since then, she has released an independent CD, “No Greater Love” and two singles “Press On” and “Completely Amazed”. Currently, she is working on her second full length independent CD “Thunder of Praise” projected to be released late Spring/early summer 2010.
Marvalinn was a worship leader at her church, Harvest Christian, for over 6 years. She has also been requested by Patsy Clairmont, Women of Faith speaker and bestselling author of “God Uses Cracked Pots” distributed by Focus on the Family, to sing and play at a special women’s event.
In May, 2008 Marvalinn was the winner of the "Dreams are Possible" competition held by LaShell and Lee Griffin of DAP Music. LaShell was Oprah Winfrey's Popstar winner in 2004. Marvalinn was also announced the American Idol Underground Big Push 2 faith-based winner in June 2007. This competition took place over the internet where listeners choose their favorite song. “Press On” was the song that secured the 1 spot for Marvalinn. At the time of the win, American Idol Underground was in partnership with the producers of the television show American Idol.
Marvalinn says” I enjoy singing and playing because it brings life and much joy, not only to me, but to those around me. I know that the people are blessed when I sing and when I play the piano and flute. You can just see it on their faces. It’s very satisfying and fulfilling, and I know it pleases the Father.”
Marvalinn has a heart for Detroit, and believes that great restoration and a Godly transformation will take place. There will be a day that Detroit will not be called a barren and forgotten land, but it will be looked to as a light to the nation.
To Purchase Music Goto www.marvalinn.com.
