The measure of a man is not where he stands in moments of comfort and convenience,” Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. once said, “but where he stands at times of challenge and controversy.” Throughout his 10-year career odyssey, jazz keyboardist, composer and producer Marcus Johnson continues to stand steady and unbowed.
Johnson’s artistic journey with music reflects his entrepreneurial spirit, his maverick approach to composing and performing as well as his principled dedication to God, family and community.
His latest CD, “The Phoenix” (released July 2007) is aptly named as the work represents Johnson’s struggle in building his brand within the music industry and his conviction to rise above the setbacks and disappointments. Widely lauded by jazz critics and aficionados alike, “The Phoenix” is his best work yet. But then again, Johnson, a ubiquitous performer and consummate businessman, planned on delivering nothing less to his loyal fans worldwide.
