Marshall Artz is a guitar duo performing a distinctive original blend of Americana, Indie Folk and Blues forged together with in a powerful acoustic style. Their performances blend two guitars into a rhythmic and melodic mix that suggests a full band rather than just two guitars.
“It is clear to see and hear why this dynamic duo is a driving force in the modern world of acoustic music.” - Len Jaffe
— Martin Guitar Sounding Board Magazine
Marshall Artz announces the release of their fifth CD titled What Matters. What Matters is a powerful collection of new original acoustic music from Marshall Artz. Recorded and engineered at Cue recording by Ken Schubert who has numerous platinum credits and Billboard hits. Mastered by Grammy award winner Bill Wolf at Wolf Productions. Album artwork by Maria Hudgins.
CD's will ship the week of May 1 2020. Digital available now.
Our new album titled "What Matters" is thirteen original songs and instrumentals. This is our fifth release and it will soon be available for CD purchases, streaming and downloads. Keep your ears and eyes wide open for music that matters from Marshall Artz.
This short month of February has been full of quick cold weather events reminding us that Winter is still with us. There are only 28 days this month and they have flown by. Only 20 days after we enter the month of March is the first day of Spring! The trees will be budding and flowers opening to show us Nature's gentle slide into warmer days. A new season means new music from Marshall Artz. Our last studio date at Cue is the first week in March and puts us on track for a Spring release. We can't wait to share it all with you! In the meantime be well. Keep a song in your heart and a smile on your face.
January jammin' is virtual and long distance with folks tuning in to concerts broadcast from somewhere other than the club down the street. For some of us January jammin' is lounging around in our jammies all day long with nowhere to go. Get out your guitar, put on some music and play along. If you don't have a guitar just tap your feet and drum around on the kitchen table, Tune into Marshall Artz videos on YouTube or Vimeo and get that band in the club down the street feeling again! Hover on the Photos tab and click on the Video button at this web site to save some time, Be well and treat yourself to a bright start to the New Year!
Winter begins with the longest night of the year. Welcome the Winter solstice and the holiday season at its onset. Treat yourself to hot toddies and warm nights inside by the fireplace. Be well!
This coming week is one of Thanksgiving in the USA as we focus on the good we share together with our families and fellow citizens. Unlike the celebrations in years past we are celebrating close to home and in smaller numbers. That doesn't mean the sentiment is diminished but perhaps refocused. Maybe the amps aren't turned up to 11 but the music is still playing! Let the music play on. May we experience harmony in our response to the challenges facing us all as we roll into the fireside days of Autumn and Winter. The ember glow will warm our hearts and quicken our spirits in time with the acoustic music filling our ears this season. Brad and Kevin a.k.a. Marshall Artz wish you peace, hope, love and happiness throughout this holiday season.
October is busting out with color here in the Mid-Atlantic region of Virginia. From the piedmont to the top of the mountains there is a veritable blooming of Fall foliage. If you needed an excuse to go for a drive you have one now, Music is the perfect companion on the road, Tune in to the sounds and sights and let your face break into a smile. Wave when we pass each other out there!
One big world seems smaller when we all share equal day and night on our incessant circling around the sun. Cooler days conspire to excite our senses. Spend some more time outside with a guitar around a firepit. Roast some marshmallows and wash them down with a hot toddy or two. Staying home doesn't mean staying inside. Be well and keep a song in your heart to put a smile on your face.
August is rolling on towards the beginning of Autumn. The firecracker heat of July has surrendered and this month has been good for enjoying outdoor pursuits. Pour your favorite summer drink and play good music to lift your spirit. Quench your thirst and raise a glass to hope and peace. We're looking forward to trading smiles with you out and about somewhere down the road. Be well.
Sunday July, 19th, The Harris Pavilion Virtual Sunday Concert Series of Manassas, Virginia is presenting a performance by Kevin Artz of the duo Marshall Artz. The show will be available on You Tube and can be accessed through the link on The Harris Pavilion Facebook page or web site.
Brad and Kevin want to give a shout out to everyone who came to hear us on July 10th at Chiles Peach Orchard in Crozet, Virginia and at the Barrel Barn stage at Bold Rock on July 11th in Nellysford, Virginia. Live shows are few and far between these days and we were so glad to see everyone! Be well and be on the lookout for new music from Marshall Artz. Peace.