Marqueal Jordon - The Man and His Music

Send us Fan MailEpisode 36. In 2008, Marqueal met smooth jazz star Brian Culbertson. Impressed by his playing and singing, Brian offered Marqueal a spot in his touring band. Over the next 10 years, Marqueal traveled the world with Brian, appeared in two DVDs, and was featured on four albums. The exposure gave him the confidence and desire to become a solo artist.Marqueal’s solo debut album, "Catalyst," was released in October 2013. It helped to establish him as an emerging artist in smooth & contemporary jazz. After leaving Brian Culbertson's band in the summer of 2018 to focus on his solo career, he recorded his second project, "Intention & Purpose". Released in February 2019, the album is a musical journey through contemporary jazz, soul/R&B and hip hop, and it showcases his growing skills as a songwriter, arranger and producer. The album yielded two Top 20 hits on the Billboard Smooth Jazz Singles Chart, "If You Only Knew," and "The Edge".Currently, Marqueal's third solo album, "All We Have Are Moments". is rising on all smooth jazz charts. His latest single off of the album, "Sistas," features Brian Culbertson and is in the Top 10 of Billboard's Smooth Jazz Chart. To support the album, Marqueal is touring with Brian Culbertson as a featured special guest, as well as touring on his own. Catch him when he comes to your town.In addition to leading and touring with his own band, Marqueal occasionally tours with The Legendary Isley Brothers and the prodigious guitarist/vocalist Isaiah Sharkey. He has also shared the stage with some of the greats in music, performing with legends such as: Gerald Albright, Patti Austin, Peabo Bryson, Jonathan Butler, Will Downing, George Duke, Candy Dulfer, Floetry, Aretha Franklin, Larry Graham, Buddy Guy, Lalah Hathaway, Al Jarreau, Joe, KRS-One, Kenny Lattimore, Maysa, Frank McComb, Marcus Miller, Najee, Mike Phillips, Eric Roberson, David Sanborn, Jill Scott, Sy Smith, and Kirk Whalum. In Chicago, he still performs locally with Brother John Kattke and Midnight Sun Band. Marqueal also collaborates with Chicago-based artist/producer DJ I.N.C., and has been featured on numerous projects of I.N.C.'s since 2000.Marqueal was proud to be recognized by the Chicago Defender as a Man of Excellence in 2014. Father, mentor and friend to many, Marqueal Jordan is a humble man who is focused on achieving greatness through his music and his deeds.Our conversation will give you insight to this artist's wonderful career and  incredible body of work. Sit back and enjoy.Listen and subscribe to the BAAS Entertainment Podcast via the BAAS Entertainment website, www.baasentertainment.com, and all podcast platforms.