In the lead-up to SXSW around March 2023, Marcus Joseph will launch part one of his remix-album campaign, promoting the first NikNak remix single that will be drip-fed to lead up to the release of the complete album by May 2023.

Challenge Day Revisited by NikNak

A creative collaboration between Marcus Joseph and Shadeemus was born out of a commission by 2Funky Arts. For Marcus's performance set/commission, he presented his Dome Radio concept, which explores the control of humans with subliminal/radio wave/virtual reality messaging, whilst they inhabit the ‘Dome’ dystopia, managed by a sinister AI megacorporation.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GbLDX5SPfyA

De Novo - Marcus Joseph Feat. Shadeemus & Midnight Roba

Puzzle Paradigm Remix by David Lyttle

Feeling Good Tribute To Nina

The first single taken from the forthcoming Major Ruse Debut Album 'Reflections'

Major Ruse 'Make Me Stay' Feat. Daisy Godfrey

'Brothers and Sisters' is an empowering anthem filled with hope and encouragement, inspired by conversations with younger siblings and the desire to be a positive influence. With the captivating vocals of Janel Antoneshia, a Voice semi-finalist, the song delivers a message of resilience and determination. Produced by the talented duo 80p & Chewsday, the track blends contemporary beats with nostalgic elements, creating a dynamic backdrop for its empowering lyrics. This song is a beacon of positivity, reminding listeners that with support and belief, anyone can achieve their dreams.

Brothers & Sisters

This work is part of SoundEscapes, a series of commissions by the Sainsbury Centre and Sound and Music

The We Cote D'lvoire Mask Soundesacpe Commision

Performed & Composed by Marcus Joseph (Sax), Jamie Sykes (Drums) & Joe Egan (Guitar)

Additional vocals for 'My Way Home' performed by Janel Antoneshia, Dara Blaxx
With special gratitude to the members of the Leicester Amika Choir
Recorded at Seamus Wong & Clarence Street Studios by Aaron Hira
Mastering by Mark Pearson of Play Mastering
Artwork by Tash Monterisi
Mixing by Aaron Hira

Major Ruse E.P

My Way Home

To take the vaccine 
or not to take the vaccine
do we have a choice?
-Marcus Joseph Sunday Haiku

Do We Have A Choice? Haiku

Marcus is a musician and spoken word artist and his sound can be described as a warm fusion of Jazz, Reggae, Hip-Hop and Contemporary Music. 

His debut album Beyond the Dome was released on the Jazz Refreshed label.

His work has been supported by Tom Robinson (6Music), Gilles Peterson (6 Music), Tony Minvielle (Jazz FM), Dj Lanni (Worldwide FM) and Jay Phelps (Jazz FM, Worldwide FM).

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