MarKaren Music
Funky blues acoustic folk with a twist of jazz. Come listen and be among friends.
5
top 50
23
songs
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Be Gentle
Be Gentle
Track in the style of Folk.
Independent artist MarKaren Music drops "Be Gentle", an Acoustic Folk track on SoundClick. The production choices feel intentional, giving the track a distinct character. With a tone that is fun, this track connects on an emotional level. With a peak of #7 on the main SoundClick Acoustic chart, this is one of the strongest-performing Acoustic Folk releases on the platform. Listeners who follow Folk will feel right at home with this MarKaren Music release on SoundClick.
Peace of Mind
Peace of Mind
An Acoustic Folk track by MarKaren Music.
"Peace of Mind" is an Acoustic Folk track by MarKaren Music on SoundClick. The arrangement reflects a careful attention to detail that rewards repeated listening. The arrangement unfolds with a natural ease, guiding the listener through a more immersive experience. It has charted at #13 on the SoundClick Acoustic Folk chart. If Acoustic, Funk and Jazz is your sound, "Peace of Mind" is a strong addition to your playlist.
Love Games
Love Games
Enjoy this Acoustic Folk track.
"Love Games" by MarKaren Music is an Acoustic Folk production available on SoundClick. Every element serves the song, creating a cohesive listening experience from start to finish. The track creates a listening experience that feels fun. It has charted at #12 on the SoundClick Acoustic Folk chart. If you enjoy artists like Folk, MarKaren Music is worth exploring on SoundClick.
Firelight
Firelight
Indie and Folk-inspired song.
Independent artist MarKaren Music drops "Firelight", an Acoustic Folk track on SoundClick. It is the kind of track that finds the right moment to make itself heard. The track delivers a memorable listening experience in this genre, and effortlessly connects with the listener. "Firelight" has performed across multiple SoundClick charts, reaching #20 in Acoustic and #4 in Acoustic Folk. Listeners into Acoustic, Funk and Jazz will find this track a natural fit within their rotation.
Ain't No Vacancy
Ain't No Vacancy
Track in the style of Indie and Folk.
SoundClick artist MarKaren Music presents "Ain't No Vacancy", a remarkable release in the Acoustic Folk genre. It rewards close listening, revealing new details on each playthrough. The arrangement unfolds with a natural ease, guiding the listener through a more immersive experience. "Ain't No Vacancy" has peaked at number 9 on the SoundClick Acoustic Folk chart. If Indie and Folk is in your rotation, "Ain't No Vacancy" belongs there too — find it on SoundClick.
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Funky blues acoustic folk with a twist of jazz - that is the unique sound of MarKaren Music. We love to create music that weaves a story empowering, enlivening, impassioning, and healing our listeners. Our music brings people together in celebration of life, in sadness and in joy. You are among friends with us.
Who are we? We are Mark and Karen Humpage, a married couple living in Mission, BC Canada and we love giving back to our community! We are the Mentors, Program Creators, and Instructors behind the Youth Open Stage, a free program for youth ages 13 through 19, that teaches stagecraft, songwriting, vocal development and musicianship. Check out the Youth Open Stage Facebook Group for more details. https://www.facebook.com/groups/youthopenstage/
MarKaren are also the Creative Directors, Hosts, and House Performers for the Mission Coffee House Concert Series, featuring some of the best independent musical acts from around the world. Check out the Facebook page Mission Coffee House Concert Series for more details. https://www.facebook.com/MissionCoffeeHouse
Band/artist history
Once upon a time...Sounds like the start of a fairy tale doesnt it? Truthfully it feels like one. A chance meeting online 10 years ago resulted in a whirlwind of musical creations and romantic adventures for Mark and Karen Humpage. Defying cancer and traumatic brain injuries, MarKaren Music was born from their long distance romance, with years of commuting between Canada and New Zealand. Blending Mark's alternative rock reggae style with Karen's bluesy folk jazz style has created a funky and sometimes hilarious musical experience for their fans. Not focused on any one genre, their unique songwriting and theatrical comedy adventures explore the human condition, emotional experiences, and uniting connections between people with laughter, poignant lyrics, and intricate guitar patterns. MarKaren Music performs in pubs, house concerts, markets, concert halls, and theatrical productions across the lower mainland of BC, the Sunshine Coast, Vancouver Island, England, and New Zealand.
Have you performed in front of an audience?
Hundreds of times...most special memory was summer of 2018. We were playing at an outdoor festival in Vancouver and this young man came up to Karen while we were on stage to present her with a beautiful single rose. He was so sweet and said "Your beautiful voice reminds me of my mama who went to heaven this year." Lots of tears and hugs ensued. It was a very special day.
Your musical influences
Karen's influences - Etta James, Sarah Vaughan, Ella Fitzgerald, Eva Cassidy, Amanda Marshall, Neil Young, Gordon Lightfoot, Tragically Hip, Janis Joplin, Memphis Minnie, Billie Holiday
Mark's influences - David Bowie, U2, Police, Sting, The Jam, Queen, Eurythmics, The Clash, Duran Duran, Bob Dylan, Santana, Hendrix, Clapton
What equipment do you use?
Various guitars, bass, ukuleles, percussion (cajun, tamborine, shakers, hand drums), flute, penny whistles, banjo, piano/keys, violin.
Anything else?
Winner of Vocal Performing Artist of the Year 2018 - Central Fraser Valley Arts Awards
Nominated as Best Performing Artists 2018 and 2020 - Central Fraser Valley Arts Awards
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Mission, BC
Canada
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