Electric violinist Markus Mars captivates audiences worldwide with live compositions and an innovative fusion of ambient, minimal, world, classical, and experimental music genres. As a sound artist, composer, and live and studio musician committed to pushing the boundaries of the status quo, Markus gained recognition for psychedelic 5-string electric violin live-looping performances and eclectic sound design, ranging from powerful live sound art performances to Zen-sational sound-guided audible peace meditations.
Markus dedicates their work to co-creating fairness through awareness by thinking things through for a more sustainable present moment and livable future in our shared reality, tuning our collective attention to clear and non-vague communication by replacing prejudice with curiosity.
From environmental concerns to social justice movements, Markus possesses a keen ability to absorb and process the world's issues, channeling them into poignant and thought-provoking soundscapes, poems, and essays. Through the expression of sounds and words, Markus invites listeners and readers on a journey of introspection and empathy, spurring us to confront the pressing issues of our time with courage and compassion.
Markus Mars is a boundary-pushing electric violinist, live looping artist, and sound-guided meditation facilitator known for redefining soundscapes. Originating from the Austrian Alps, Markus's musical journey spans classical violin training to a diverse exploration of jazz, rock, blues, and electronica.
In the early 2000s, Markus fused their love for electronic music with mastering the electric violin, creating a distinctive style characterized by percussive beats generated on the violin's body. Markus achieved notable success with multiple albums and international tours under the alter ego Son of Mars and as part of the award-winning progressive rock IDM duo Fatmagic.
In 2015, Markus found inspiration in the volcanic landscapes of Hawai'i Island, embarking on a transformative journey of musical exploration. Embracing live composition and minimalism, Markus crafts intricate symphonies during real-time performances, inviting listeners on a metamorphic musical journey. Continually pushing boundaries and breaking barriers, Markus's eclectic sound design and live-looping performances resonate with audiences worldwide.
Beyond music, Markus is a student of Buddhism and founder of Audible Peace, a choice awareness meditation practice that fosters harmony and mindfulness for wiser day-to-day decision-making.
Markus Mars redefines the boundaries of sonic expression with a distinctive style that merges minimalism, world fusion, jazz, and psychedelic sounds. Composing entire concerts from scratch without prerecorded elements, Markus's performances are a symphonic journey of live-looping mastery. Markus crafts sonic alchemy in real-time compositions, summoning symphonies from silence with an innovative approach to electric violin performance. Each performance is a transcendental experience, inviting listeners to embark on a journey of auditory exploration.
Markus Mars (born 1980) | Ayahuasca, 2023 | Live Composition on 5-string Electric Violin, Cajon, Didjeribone | 4 Songs, 1 hour 4 minutes | Hamakua Coast, Hawai'i | UPC 198025674457 | Ⓟ Markus Mars
