Bio
Piano/Keys/Producer/Songwriter/Vocals
Jazz /Pop/Hip-Hop Artist
Ryan Marquez is a multi-talented artist, known for his exceptional skills as a keyboardist, producer, songwriter, arranger, and vocalist. Hailing from Kansas City and St. Louis, Missouri, he has emerged as a prominent figure in the music scene, enthralling audiences with his diverse and innovative sound.
Ryan's musical roots run deep, with influences wholeheartedly saturated in Blues, Jazz, and Hip-Hop culture. He skillfully merges these genres, creating a unique blend that is both accessible and highly entertaining. His keyboard prowess showcases a mastery of jazz piano technique, while his songwriting and arranging abilities infuse elements of Pop sensibility, resulting in catchy melodies that resonate with listeners. His music radiates "feel-good vibes," captivating audiences with its contagious energy and soulful expression.
Drawing inspiration from Progressive R&B, House, and Hip-Hop, Ryan adds his own vocal flavors to his music that is rooted firmly in the soulful tradition of the Missouri and Mississippi Rivers. His distinct sound has garnered recognition and acclaim, with his music featured on prominent platforms such as MTV, VH1, BET, The CW, ESPN, E, and FOX networks. Notably, his keyboard work won a 2023 Blues Music Award for his contributions on Dylan Triplett's breakout album "Who Is He?”.
Ryan's remarkable talent has led him to collaborate with an array of esteemed artists, including Grammy-recognized musicians like Terence Blanchard, Randy Brecker, Fred Wesley, Chance The Rapper, Ernie Isley, Wiz Khalifa, Ruthie Foster and KingFish, among others. He has had the opportunity to be the opening act for Roy Ayers, The Dramatics, The Little River Band, Dam Funk, John Scofield, Medeski Martin and Wood, Dumpstafunk, The Nth Power, and many more. In 2022, Ryan composed the score for "Action," a play centered around the remarkable story of STL Activist Percy Green's daring infiltration of the Veiled Prophet's Ball in 1972.
Beyond his musical endeavors, Ryan actively engages in the Missouri artistic community and works closely with respected arts organizations. He has participated in the Artist in Residency program with The Kranzberg Arts Foundation and received grant support from The Regional Arts Commission of STL. Additionally, he contributes his time and expertise to organizations such as The Recording Academy, Volunteer Lawyers & Accountants for the Arts, HEAL Center For The Arts, and Jazz St. Louis, further solidifying his commitment to the growth and development of the arts in Missouri.
With an impressive collaborative discography, Ryan Marquez's recent album "Saint Unity" stands as a testament to his ability to activate an entire community of artists. Serving as a scene-pollinator and catalyst within the vibrant St. Louis music scene, he embodies the spirit of the "The Confluence of Cool" in Missouri, embracing a fusion of styles and pushing boundaries. As his work gains recognition and his music continues to strike a chord with audiences, Ryan is poised to make a lasting impact on the music industry.
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