One of Ireland's best-kept secrets is still Maria Doyle Kennedy. The raven-haired Dubliner's roles as Katherine of Aragon, nanny to a serial killer's son, or as the estranged wife of the charming Mr. Bates from the three critically acclaimed television shows The Tudors, Dexter and Downton Abbey are likely to be more well-known. Maria has spent more than two decades performing... read full bio
Marie-Pierre Arthur is a singer and songwriter from Quebec. Arthur performs in French, creating pop-rock songs as a solo act. Prior to her solo career, Arthur was a backing vocalist and musician for groups and artists like Karkwa, Galaxie, Ariane Moffatt, and Edith Butler. Arthur was a nominee for the Polaris Music Prize, Prix Félix, and the ADISQ awards. Arthur... read full bio
Justin Peter Kinkel-Schuster and Will Johnson make up the duo Marie/Lepanto. Their collaboration came to be when the two co-headlined a concert tour in different groups; Kinkel-Schuster was part of Water Liars and Johnson part of Centro-Matic. They decided to collaborate together after the tour, and realized they could create exceptional music together. The duo’s sound is a combination of... read full bio
Maris is a rising star from Missoula, Montana. At just a young age, Maris is already making waves in the music industry. Her talent has not gone unnoticed, as evidenced by the overwhelming response she has received online. Her cover of Dolly Parton's "Jolene," which was part of Scott Bradlee's Post Modern Jukebox, has garnered millions of views and has... read full bio
Marissa Nadler has perfected her alternative sound through hard work and perseverance. Her lyrics are inspired by heartbreak, loneliness, and despair. Each melody is comprised of delicate notes, which unify Nadler’s songs with ease. Nadler grew up with a love of music, she taught herself how to play guitar and wrote songs as a hobby. She went to school at... read full bio
Mark Foster is an American singer-songwriter and musician who is best known for being the lead singer of the indie-pop band, Foster the People. Foster was born in San Jose, California, and raised in Cleveland, Ohio. While growing up, Foster played in the Cleveland Orchestra Children’s Chorus and also played instruments such as the drums, piano, and guitar. Later on... read full bio
Mark Guiliana is an American Grammy-nominated drummer who is also composer and leader of the band beat Music. Guiliana was born and raised in New Jersey and he graduated with a degree in jazz studies and performance from William Paterson University. With his work with Beat Music Productions, Guiliana has released the albums “My Life Starts Now” and “Beat Music:... read full bio
"Mark Freuder Knopfler, OBE (born 12 August 1949) is a British songwriter, film score composer, guitarist, and record producer. He is best known as the lead guitarist, vocalist, and songwriter for the rock band Dire Straits, which he co-founded with his brother, David Knopfler, in 1977. Since Dire Straits disbanded in 1995, Knopfler has recorded and produced seven solo albums, and,... read full bio
Mark Ronson is a renowned British musician and music producer, best known for his work with the late Amy Winehouse. Over the years, Ronson has released five studio albums. His fourth studio album contained the popular single “Uptown Funk”, featuring Bruno Mars. The track took the world by storm, becoming a pop culture phenomenon. Ronson has been honored with several... read full bio
The intimate atmosphere of our "At Home With..." festival series was designed for Mark Wilkinson. Mark offers beautiful songs, his lyrical writings and a performance that provides the feeling of hovering just above the ground. Since the middle of the 2000s, the highly productive Sydney-based artist has been presenting himself to crowds. One of the most well-known independent musicians in Australia, he has... read full bio
Marketa Irglova is a Czech singer-songwriter, actress, and musician who plays the piano, guitar, and mandolin. Irglova performs a mixture of pop, folk, and rock music and as an actress, she is known for starring in the film “Once,” which earned her an Academy Award for Best Original Song for the song “Falling Slowly.” Irglova was born in Valasske Mezirici,... read full bio
Marlon Williams, who is originally from New Zealand, has a voice that is both timeless and fascinating. His musical performances are natural and smooth, his songwriting talents are complex, and his voice is lovely. Williams channels his feelings into each song by drawing on experiences from his own life that serve as inspiration. The sound that William creates has elements... read full bio
Portuguese multi-instrumentalist, vocalist, producer, arranger and songwriter, MARO, is surely one to watch after receiving praise from the likes of Quincy Jones, Justin Timberlake, Jessie J, Tracy Chapman, Lennon Stella, The Paper Kites and many more illustrious names throughout the world. One listen is all it takes to see why MARO stands out from other artists on the market thanks to her... read full bio
At family birthday celebrations when Martha Skye Murphy was three years old, she would sing while standing up on tables. Her major break occurred when she sang Cat Power's Free in front of John Hillcoat, a friend of her parents' who was directing the movie The Proposition, which included a soundtrack by Warren Ellis and Nick Cave. Murphy's training under... read full bio
Martha Wainwright is a folk-rock singer, actor, author and songwriter from Montreal. Wainwright has appeared at festivals like V Festival, Bonnaroo, and Lollapalooza. Her powerful performances entrance audiences around the world. She has released several albums and recorded the soundtrack album for television drama ‘Trauma.’ She currently has three studio albums, and a number of EPs, and is always touring... read full bio
English rock guitarist Martin Barre is most popular for his work with the progressive rock band Jethro Tull, who he was with from the release of their second album until their breakup 45 years later. He later embarked on his solo career, producing four albums and many notable guest appearances. Critics have describes Barre’s playing style as “tricky” and “complicated”,... read full bio
Martin Kerr is an English troubadour who currently resides in Edmonton. He is very clear about his musical goals. His poetic and sensitive perspective delves into the subtleties and wonders of everyday life, conveyed through delicate instruments, sparse production and heartfelt lyrics. Following millions of streams and thousands of sold-out performances, he gives listeners an uncensored, direct message from the heart. The... read full bio
"Martin Sexton started his music career on street corners and at open mic nights. Sexton was awarded the National Academy of Songwriters Artist of the Year Award. After winning this award, Sexton released two albums and launched his independent record label, ‘Kitchen Table Records.’ Sexton performs classic rock music, a mixture of folk, soul, Americana, and country. Sexton currently has... read full bio
Martyn Joseph is a wholly original and astounding artist. Rip apart what you believe you know about singer-songwriters. He produces a performance for a single guy and a guitar that is dynamic, captivating and impassioned. Whether speaking to 200 or 20,000 people, he consistently disperses the gathering. His powerful and moving songs have the unusual capacity to speak directly to the heart.... read full bio
Featuring some of the best musicians from Belgium and the Nordic region, Marvara is a high-energy party band. Marieke Van Ransbeeck, a Belgian bagpiper, serves as the band's artistic director and composer. Marieke performs songs on the bagpipes, diatonic accordion, bass, drums and guitar, reflecting her experiences and recollections from an amazing musical voyage around Northern Europe. The Flanders Folk Award... read full bio
