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Markus Christoph

we're all in this together

About Me

gemini. love. earth. air. water. fire. green. taoist. listen. watch. harmony. counterpoint. melody. smile. tranquil. chi. blue. clear mind. dream surreal. talk soft. honey. rain. milk. find the balance. rest. enlighten. give. lightning. believe in good. believe in bad. hope. black. white. look to the stars. think often. travel. explore. meet a stranger. enjoy the company.I skate through the perception of reality, the concept of illusion, the faith of Siddhartha, the theories of science, and somewhere in the mixture, find some time to write/compose/record/produce that magical aural sensation we all call music. I hope it pleases you. Remember to explore with headphones and always wear ear plugs [unless you're wearing headphones].I've been in a few bands that played at regular venues around the northeast corridor, but no more. In 2006 I broke out on my own.For booking send an email to: [email protected] or click here for more information.EPK: Electronic press kitGet the EP here. Available for instant download.

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Member Since: 5/10/2005
Band Website: markuschristoph.com
Band Members: Markus Christoph
Influences: The mediocrity of life without music. Blue skies Stars. Lots and lots of stars. The scientific method. Everything in its right place.And also...Pink Floyd Beethoven M. Eliot Johnson Peter Gabriel Bjork Radiohead Pearl Jam Tori Amos Karen Carpenter Smashing Pumpkins Sylvie Lewis Ben Folds George Gershwin Django Reinhardt Mary Poppins
Sounds Like: Dynamically progressive indie rock - soothing vocals and overdriven blues guitar, with sprinkles of Floydian intricasies and deep rolling basslines, all time packaged by innovative drum beats.or maybe..The quiet times in the early morning when the rest of the world is still sleeping and your thoughts are coming alive through your sense of realization to create and be bound with the trees and the bird's songs and the unfurling of floral displays in the cool mist. Then as the sun rises and the bustle of automotive and locomotive and aeromotive traffic begins pushing its way into the inner ear of your fantasy, you silently retire to the confound of your abode to create without disturbance or afterthought. The whistle of the teapot, or the swirling of the spoon as you add in the sugar and the warmth of the closest star on the back of your neck, sending a fleeting reminder that the collection of molecules that have been bonded to form your existence have been done so for no particular reason except that one day all may hear the voice of one race, progressing toward a deeper understanding, where neighbors love neighbors, and where power is not in the people you control, but rather in the people controling themselves.With a world-influenced diversity, and a deep implanted classical roots anchor, Markus Christoph presents a mysterious uniqueness for the listener, blending old methods with new styles, and stretching the bounds of the emotional spectrum. Piano at 7. Trumpet at 9. Guitar at 12. Beethoven, Tchaikovsky, Karen and Julia rung his ears as a child. He seemed destined to rest his bones in the aural fields and harvest his creativity from its tonal curiosity. Christoph's' blue jazz, classic prog-rock leaves a refreshing vibe in a world where genre lines have quickly lost their place-markers. An abundant passion for dynamic classicism often finds its way into his tracks, resulting in an opus of orchestral flavor. He performs steadily with several Philadelphia bands, as well as solo, continues crafting his original songwriting and records daily in his home studio. A solo performance chills out on a jazz and blues-striped couch, accented with mysterious progressive pillows, and draped in a smoothy-soft vocal blanket. Although the guitar is his instrument of choice, don't be surprised to find him propped behind a piano slowing it down a bit. The 2006 release of his conceptual EP, A New Day, introduces the world to a visionary legacy in the making.
Record Label: Hilltop Manifesto
Type of Label: Indie

My Blog

gotta run

mi gato's calling...
Posted by Markus Christoph on Wed, 27 Jun 2007 03:49:00 PST

everybody, bring it in

we've got a chance now don't tell me you can't now we've got a choice to make it right.    
Posted by Markus Christoph on Sat, 16 Jun 2007 07:18:00 PST

set the cruise control for mid-life.

i've got packing to do and the brakes won't work.
Posted by Markus Christoph on Fri, 08 Jun 2007 08:05:00 PST

why, oh why

clippings fall to the ground and someone hit me in the head with a cartoon hammer overnight.   the silence has been broken.
Posted by Markus Christoph on Sat, 02 Jun 2007 10:43:00 PST

fancy pants

The title track for the next album is complete....          
Posted by Markus Christoph on Sun, 29 Apr 2007 09:42:00 PST

has anyone seen her?

The road ahead grows thick with an uncertain fog, and my favorite torch has been flickering as of late. As I look around and see profligate people wanting more and giving less, I can feel&n...
Posted by Markus Christoph on Mon, 19 Mar 2007 06:21:00 PST

nothing left to do but run run run

winter found its way...   an pushed in a shintisto rider.   they took his pride....what else was he to do?
Posted by Markus Christoph on Sat, 20 Jan 2007 06:19:00 PST

over the river and through the woods to grandmother's house we go

someday that brick will fly out of nowhere and smack you dead in the face. how do you prepare? I'm not ready.
Posted by Markus Christoph on Fri, 17 Nov 2006 05:20:00 PST

question the answers

....after all, they are always open for interpretation.
Posted by Markus Christoph on Sat, 23 Sep 2006 08:22:00 PST

aquaman?

everytime i go underwater in a dream, i can still breathe normally.i never have wet dreams either...
Posted by Markus Christoph on Fri, 08 Sep 2006 04:50:00 PST