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Marcus Simeone
Since his
sensational cabaret debut in January of 2000, Marcus has
emerged as one of the most celebrated singers to grace the
stages of Manhattan's nightclubs since the days of Streisand
and the Bon Soir.
Universally regarded for his
heart-wrenching interpretations of ballads, red-hot jazz
sensibility, and powerful pop flair, Simeone's musical
genius is in evidence on his original material as well.
Earlier in his career, this native of Brooklyn appeared on
the original Star Search as well as Showtime at The Apollo.
Both a singer and a
songwriter, Marcus has been performing in NYC metropolitan
area bands, with orchestras on both U.S. coasts, and as a
solo act, for the past 16 years. His haunting, multi-octave
voice has been compared to many greats, including Al Jarreau,
Marc Anthony, and Johnny Mathis. Simeone cites among his
greatest inspirations Jane Olivor and Phyllis Hyman.
After having staged nearly a
dozen distinct shows, Marcus has
received multiple awards from the Manhattan Association of
Cabarets & Clubs and Back Stage among his many accolades. He
has also been invited to perform at the annual Mabel Mercer
Cabaret Convention, representing today's scene, numerous
times.
Simeone's eagerly awaited second live CD,
Everything Must Change
was released in April of 2010. The album showcases the
various musical styles he has perfected including
a demanding song list that includes R & B/Pop tunes as
diverse as "Many Rivers To Cross," "A Change Is Gonna Come"
and "Everything Must Change." His voice soars with ease
through some classic and rarely heard tunes that also
includes "Since You Stayed Here" and "There'll Be Some
Changes Made Today." All the electricity that sparked his
most exciting show to date has been captured on the new live
album. Musical director Barry Levitt heads the trio.
Miranda Music also announces the release of his first official
studio recording in the fall of 2010.
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