Miko Marks [Vocals / Acoustic Guitar]
Vic Campos [Acoustic Guitar]
Mark Johnson [Lead Guitar]
Josh Lippi [Bass]
Brian Braziel [Drums]
Ben Schwier [Keyboard]
READ ABOUT MIKO MARKS IN THIS ISSUE OF EBONY MAGAZINE
MIKO IS A WINNER of the 7TH ANNUAL INDEPENDENT MUSIC AWARDS
New CD
Freeway Bound (RealAudio)
Kickin' Back (RealAudio)
Mama (RealAudio)
Don't Come Cryin' To Me Feelin' The Rain Find My Way Home (RealAudio)
The Lonely One Excited (RealAudio)
All I Wanna Do I Believe In You (RealAudio)
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Fan Reviews
Truly a fresh, new voice for country music. She's great!!!!! "The WHOLE CD is wonderful to listen to. Good up-beat music with a story to tell. Everyone should have this CD in their collection." - Judi, Opry Cruise trip
Look out for Miko Marks - Excellent! Miko Marks stands out as an excellent, soulful country artist and is one to keep your eye on. Her emotional delivery and clarity is striking, her conviction and vocal strength is stunning. We'll be expecting great things from her in the future. Martha Scott, Washington, DC
I've seen and heard an Angel on Earth! I have never once, heard country music sound so pure & natural, and by a young woman who is as cute as a button, no less. I love the music and have asked my friends all over the country to purchase the CD. I've requested to hear it on the radio, also. My favorites are tracks 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 & 10 on the Freeway Bound album. Actually, to me, all are ..1 hits. Thanks for taking the time for us, Miko, The Lonely Ones! With her beauty, talent and down to earth demeanor, Miko's music career will fly as high as the Heavens above and beyond. Stay excited for all your loyal fans! Much Love, Tracy James - San Francisco, California
Awesome! I truly enjoyed listening to this CD. Hats off to this CD. I was pleasantly surprised. The music is heartfelt, soulful, upbeat and pure fun. A MUST hear for all country music lovers. - Susan Hope
To say that 2006 has been a banner year for this Country newcomer would be a tremendous understatement. Since signing her recording contract with indie label Mirrome Records during CMA MusicFest, singer/songwriter Miko Marks has toured the states from California to Washington D.C. with the Bill Pickett Invitational Rodeo, America's only touring black rodeo, now in its 22nd year. Most recently, Miko dazzled at the New Music Weekly Awards on November 18th, where she was named Best New Country Artist of 2006.
Miko's schedule has included a dizzying slate of club dates and radio interviews to promote her first album, Freeway Bound, and the single of the same name. One of her songs was chosen for use in Episode 102 of CMT's "Home Blitz with Habitat for Humanity", and another highlight was attending the CMA awards in New York. She has also released her first video for a song she wrote entitled "Mama" which also features Grammy Award Winner Erykah Badu. Indeed a continued successful year of Miko making her mark!
Raised in Flint, Michigan, the industrial heartland of the country, Miko discovered a natural vocal talent, and her writing skills blossomed under the care of a loving family and a life touched by enriching experiences. Her lyrics are optimistic and personal, delivered by crisp and powerful vocals that shine on the soulful, "I Believe In You" and lift the spirit on the jubilant, "Excited".
While attending Louisiana's Grambling State University on a music scholarship, Miko was enthralled with the story-telling nature of country music and felt that she had her own to share. As fate would have it, she became friends and collaborated with another talented GSU student, Grammy award winner, Erykah Badu.
After graduation, a move from the rural tranquility of Louisiana to the "hustle and bustle" of city life in the San Francisco Bay area incited ample inspiration for Miko's life and career. "Find My Way Home", both touching and faithful, was penned during this pivotal period and showcases just one of the many textures of Miko's vocal range.
"Freeway Bound", has enjoyed airplay in 14 countries including the US. International radio promotions, Comstock, reports that never has a first release by an independent made such an impact and been so well received by radio so quickly. The album was recorded in Nashville with legendary producer, Ron Cornelius, and has been released by Mirrome Records Inc. of California. Marks wrote 7 of the 10 album cuts. It is available online and in stores now.
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MIKO.....Your Live performance was Life changing.....Sat June 21 at the SaddleRack, ... a Grammy winning Show. I loved the Patsy Cline and all the others that you did that evening. Will you ever record a Live CD....
thank you for the add. Since we both love country music, tell me what is going on in your world, and stop by and read my blogs about country music. I would appreciate it if you would leave a comment or two. I plan on posting something everyday but Sunday....There is nothing better than country music except the people who love it !!!!...cept fried chicken, homeade ice cream and grandmas chocolate pie....
YES, I AGREE THE CD IS BRILLIANT AND I AM SO PROUD OF MIKO. SHE IS A VERY BEAUTY4 LADY AND HER CAREER WITH ALL HER TALENT WILL GO A LONG, LONG WAY. SHE IS DEFINITELY IN MY PRAYERS. GOD BLESS HER!
Hi Miko, just checking in on ya to say hi. Hope all is well with you and your family and friends. Liking your songs and sound. Have a wonderful weekend. Remember, do it right, keep it country. LOL and hugs, Bruce
Thankyou for the ADD; Its always good 2 see your homies hold it down outside of this city; Keep Representing ya self well, stay sexy, and remember ya Homies! lol
The article on you in Ebony was real nice. Pastor made an announcement at church last week letting ecverybody know that you were in there. I just found out that you go to Tee as well. She has been doing my hair for the past 15 years. Will you be coming for the block party this weekend at the church? You are great, hope to hear from you soon.... Much love from one of your Paradise members!!!!