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Biography

Marlon's musically adventurous spirit can be evidenced in his repertoire where Cole Porter and Porter Wagoner can sit side by side on a set list and exchange glances. His original songs reference his love of roots music and he regularly appears as a duo with other songwriters such as Mark Zeus and Kris Nichols.

In addition to regular tours that take him to Texas, and the upper Midwest, Marlon actively performs and promotes shows throughout the region. He currently hosts the Wednesday Open Mic at Brownstone Tavern, and has an EP "Lots of Love" available on iTunes and through Amazon.

Originally from an Indiana rural route, Marlon has appeared throughout the Midwest with such acts as Borrowed Time, Cries & Whispers, and Don Bole and The Wild Wood Boys. He has opened for such diverse acts as Leon Redbone, Delbert McClinton, Marsha Ball, Shadowfax, and Jimmy Rogers.

Since 1995, he has lived and performed in the Chicago area working with such acts as Mark Zeus/Thunderboltz and Moco Magana. He appears regularly at Lovell's of Lake Forest and has done a residency at The Abbey Pub along with fellow songwriter Kris Nichols. He has also contributed original music for theatrical productions such as Shakespeare's "Twelfth Night" and Beth Henley's "The Wake of Jamie Foster".

Songs such as "Dragonfly", "Last of The Night", "Wide Open Road", and "Lots of Love" have helped to establish him as notable local act, and his skills as a guitarist, percussionist and harmony vocalist keep him in demand as a sideman.

In addition to traditional music venues, Marlon is available for house concerts, festivals, and other events.

Instrumentation

Kris Nichols - Vocals and Guitar.
Nick Gonzales - Bass, Acoustic Guitars, porch board

Discography

1991 STANDING IN THE LIGHT Band LP (With Borrowed Time)
1992 BLUE MONDAYS Band LP (With Cries & Whispers)
1998 MUSIC FROM THE WAKE Solo EP (Theater Score)
OF JAMIE FOSTER
2001 LOTS OF LOVE Solo EP
2010 DRAGONFLY Solo Single (Streaming on iTunes)
2010 WIDE OPEN ROAD Solo Single (Streaming on iTunes)

Official Website

http://www.marlonstjohn.com

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SAMPLE REPERTOIRE:

Accentuate the Positive —Johnny Mercer, Harold Arlen
Ain’t No Sunshine—Bill Withers
Better Half—Bobby Bare
Big Old Goofy World—John Prine
Blue Moon—Richard Rodgers / Lorenz Hart
Blue Skies—Irving Berlin
Blue Suede Shoes—Carl Perkins
Brown Eyed Girl—Van Morrison
C'est La Vie—Chuck Berry
Country Roads—John Denver
Don't Fence Me In—Cole Porter
Down On The Corner—John Fogarty
Drifter's Life—J.J. Cale
Easy Lionel Richie
Exactly Like You—Jimmy McHue / Dorothy Fields
Floatin' Bridge—Sleepy John Estes
Freebird—Allen Collins / Ronnie Van Zandt
Giving It up For Your Love—Delbert McClinton
Gloria—Van Morrison
Help Me Make It Through The Night—Kris Kristofferson
Here Comes The Sun—George Harrison
I Really Don't Want To Know—Don Robertson / Howard Barnes
I Walk The Line—Johnny Cash
I Was In The House—Warren Zevon
If I Needed You—Townes Van Sant
I'm Going to Sit Right Down (and Write Myself A Letter)—Fats Waller
I'm Ready—Willie Dixon
It's A Sin To Tell A Lie—Irving Berlin
It's All Over Now—Bobby Womack
King Of The Road—Roger Miller
Little Sister—Doc Pomus / Mort Shuman
Long Black Veil—Danny Dill / Marijohn Wilkin
Lost Highway—Hank Williams
Lucky Ol' Sun—Haven Gillespie, Beaslie Smith
Me and Julio—Paul Simon
Mohammed's Radio —Warren Zevon
Moondance—Van Morrison
Move It On Over—Hank Williams
My Blue Heaven—Walter Donaldson / George Whiting
My Funny Valentine—Richard Rodgers / Lorenz Hart
Nine Pound Hammer / That's Al Right— Leadbelly / Arthur Crudup
Not Fade Away—Buddy Holly
Rockin' Pneumonia—J. Vincent / H.P. Smith
Route 66—Bobby Troup
Saginaw Michigan—Lefty Frizell
Satisfaction—Keith Richards / Mick Jagger
Save The Last Dance For Me—Doc Pomus / Mort Shuman
Sitting On Top of the World—Walter Vinson / Lonnie Chatmon
Spanish Pipedream—John Prine
Stormy Monday—T Bone Walker
Such A Night—Mac Rebennak
Summertime—George Gershwin
Take Me To The Mardi Gras— Paul Simon
The Cold Hard Facts of Life— Bill Anderson
To Live Is To Fly—Townes Van Sant
Tupelo Honey—Van Morrison
Two Out of Three Ain't Bad—Jim Steinman
Up On Cripple Creek—Robbie Robertson
Use Me—Bill Withers
Wang Dang Doodle—Willie Dixon
What A Wonderful World—Bob Theile / George Weiss
Who Do You Love—Bo Diddley
Whole Lotta Shakin' Goin On—Jerry Lee Lewis
You Ain't Goin' Nowhere—Bob Dylan
You Don’t Learn That In School—Louis Armstrong
You Don't Know Me —Cindy Walker / Eddy Arnold
You Send Me—Sam Cooke

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Past Dates | Upcoming Dates

Date	Time	Venue	City
Jun 29, 2013 Saturday	10:00 PM	The Store	Chicago, IL, US
It is our pleasure and distinct privilege to open for the Lighten Up! at The Store. A certain singer by the name of Emily Nichols who also appears with Upsin Hounds was our in, and we have her to thank. This show is now set to the "on" position. Please join us for a special one-time-in-June appearance of The Kris & Marlon Show in a great venue in the heart of Old Town opening for a very special act.

Date	Time	Venue	City
May 25, 2013 Saturday	9:00 PM	Bridie McKenna's	Highwood, IL, US
The Nick & Marlon Show; The Kris & Marlon Show. One features Nick; One features Kris. How are they alike? How are they different? As Thomas Edison once said, "Hell, there are no rules here — we're trying to accomplish something." One thing we are accomplishing is a return visit to a truly fine establishment with an equally fine staff, Bridie McKenna's in Highwood, IL. Another thing is that this time it's likely I won't leave my jingle bag at home with the chime tree and whatnots so that I miss the triangle solo in You Are The Sunshine In My Life. I mean what happens when you look down and see "triangle solo" and realize you left your triangle at home? You can't explain that. Your done Nerd Boy! The triangle can't play itself from 6 miles away on the floor, now can it?
May 24, 2013 Friday	8:00 PM	Lovell's of Lake Forest	Lake Forest, IL, US
With talks once again stalled, House Republicans are set to declare yet another looming budget impasse. A person close to talks between the President and the Speaker confirmed today that it is clear that everyone wishes to adjourn and go see The Kris & Marlon Show in The Captain's Quarters lounge at Lovell's of Lake Forest on the sunny Northshore. "Let me be clear," said the Speaker. "It's his Presidency, he can do with it what he wants, but the people are ready to hear songwriters Kris Nichols and Marlon St. John do some tunes down in the lounge."
May 10, 2013 Friday	9:30 PM	Moher Public House	Chicago, IL, US
The Nick & Marlon Show featuring Nick Gonzales will be returning to Moher Public House Friday, May 10th. In addition to hosting open mics at venues such as The Gallery Cabaret, and Redmons, Nick Gonzales performs regularly throughout Chicagoland appearing with vocalists Angie Wendt and Sandra Lane. As a guitarist, Nick's rhythmic bass lines and chiming lead work strike sparks in the wonderfully diverse material he chooses from his wide repertoire. We have performed as a duo over a dozen times in the last six years bridging our set lists and melding our percussive styles on tunes from Steely Dan, Stevie Wonder, and Wings era Paul McCartney to Johnny Mercer and Hank Williams.
Apr 10, 2013 Wednesday	12:00 PM	Brownstone	Chicago, IL, US
So, many years ago Mark Zeus ran a rollicking open mic at a place called The Clearwater Tap. He moved this open mic lock, stock, and mic over to The Abbey Pub in the mid-90s where it became legend. Now The Brownstone Tavern, the same location on Lincoln where The Clearwater Tap once stood will once again host an open mic for the first time since the early 90s. "Three songs or 15-minutes whether you suck or not!" is now "Three songs, 15-minutes, and the truth as you know it." Come on out and make yourself heard!
Apr 5, 2013 Friday	9:30 PM	Moher Public House	Chicago, IL, US
The final stop of the tour! Half remembered oaths will be sworn, lost treasure found, debts of gratitude paid, gas money gotten. We'll bend strings until they break in two. People will holler things like "Big Hair!" and "I Love Me!" It will be all that and free parking at Moher's where the girls really do get prettier at closing time.
Apr 5, 2013 Friday	8:00 PM	Lovell's of Lake Forest	Lake Forest, IL, US
Night two of The Return of Zeus Tour continues in The Captain's Quarters lounge deep in the belly of Lovell's of Lake Forest. This has been a regular stop for Mark and I over the years, and we always look forward to seeing the friends and folks there. For some reason, our set list tends to get more adventurous in this room—not that we have a set list in a typical sense. Songs tend to get played as we grab for titles in the back of our minds. In the Captain's Quarters, we occasionally reach into some of the more unlit corners of our heads for sometimes surprising results. At least that how it seems.
Apr 4, 2013 Thursday	12:00 PM	The Green Room Pub @ The Abbey	, IL, US
For all you Zeus fans, it is that time again. The Return of Zeus Tour begins at The Abbey Pub Thursday, April 4th. If you come for all three shows, your name will automatically be entered for a special prize. Old stuff, new stuff—we're throwing it all in the hopper and then we're going to turn the crank on the Great Showbiz Extravaganza Machine to see what comes out. We'll need your help turning the crank as the machine can be cantankerous at times, but if our calculations are correct (and why wouldn't they be), it should turn out three absolutely unique and dazzling spectacles. One for each consecutive night. You only get to say you were there if you actually are there, so you may as well be there for bragging rights if you will.
Apr 2, 2013 Tuesday	9:00 PM	Windy City Inn	Chicago, IL, US
Do you have something you wish to share with the rest of the class? Over the last few months, we've had some real fun hosting the open mic at Windy City Inn. We've heard the debut of freshly written songs, seen old groups reunite, and seen some good talent wander in off the street to liven the joint up on occasion. Of course, that's the beauty of the open mic experience and what makes it fun. We were doing the first Wednesdays of the month, but we recently switched to Tuesdays so Windy City could accommodate a Wednesday blues jam. The stage at Windy City is never empty for long as they regularly book stuff throughout the week. Grab your gear and get out to our open mic. We'll be waiting for you.
Mar 23, 2013 Saturday	9:00 PM	Bridie McKenna's	Highwood, IL, US
If there is something wrong with the concept of a quality Irish pub, I've yet to find out what it is: delicious hearty food, prompt and courteous servers, talented and knowledgeable bartenders, casual and comfortable surroundings and friendly faces. Bridie McKenna's in Highwood, IL has taken this simple but enduring idea and fashioned a first rate establishment out of it that is a great experience for the whole family. And to top it all off, they offer a regular selection of live entertainment for their guests. You can't help but like a place like that. Nick Gonzales and I will be providing an evenings worth of songs that you will likely be familiar with, but don't often hear. There will be a fire in the fireplace and a table waiting for you. It will be Saturday Night all across America, and there will never be another exactly like it for as long as you live.
Mar 16, 2013 Saturday	9:30 PM	Moher Public House	Chicago, IL, US
There's an old Irish saying: "May you die in bed at ninety-five shot by a jealous husband." If St. Patrick's day can't come soon enough for you, we've got just the thing: St. Patrick's Day Eve at Moher Public House, a fine and friendly pub if ever was. Nick Gonzales and yours truly will be on hand to make a joyful noise. The spirit of St. Patrick will roll in on a shamrock colored Harley-Davidson around midnight. You can't miss it if you're there.
Mar 15, 2013 Friday	8:00 PM	Lovell's of Lake Forest	Lake Forest, IL, US
Old school, baby. No beats. No Midi. No sidechain compression and EQ synth wave modulations. Don't need it. Just two flat tops, some good tunes and a nice room. It's a lounge, you know. We play lounge music Sammy Davis Jr. style. You know what I'm talking about? Let me break it down for you: we're all acoustic in here. No subwoofers. Sinatra never needed a subwoofer. He did alright. Ask the waiter for a nice glass of wine, or what have you. Ask him to recommend an entree. Maybe try the crab cakes. Life is what you try. Drum your fingers on the table to the music, and live a little. That's what I'm saying.
Mar 9, 2013 Saturday	8:00 PM	Texas Tradition	Katy, TX, US
On this night, I will be accompanying Texas troubadour (and Chicago transplant) Mark Zeus to his regular gig at Texas Tradition in Katy, TX. It is my 2nd appearance at Texas Tradition, so to them I'm now a second cousin to another brother. You are only a stranger there once. This place is so down home, you have to mind yourself not to slam the screen door else Grandma will slap your backside. The food is good, and could only be better if your mother, bless her soul, made it herself.
Mar 8, 2013 Friday	8:00 PM	Houston Ave. Bar Re:HAB	Houston, TX, US
Finally, someone had the good sense to name their drinking establishment Re:HAB. Now, folks can go there and say they've been to rehab. Funny no one thought of this sooner. Finally, I get to go there. Things have a way of working out.
Mar 7, 2013 Thursday	9:00 PM	Anderson Fair	Houston, TX, US
For a rancher, the State of Texas possibly calls to mind longhorns big as Ford F150s. For a songwriter, Texas tends to call to mind people like Robert Earl Keen, Nancy Griffith, Guy Clark, Lyle Lovett and many others. They loom large, and they all have played the stage at Houston's Anderson Fair. A place hippies have called home since before there were such a thing as hippies. As luck would have it, I'm fixing to play the Songwriter Showcase at Anderson Fair on Thursday, March 7th—and by fixing to play, I mean that I keep thinking of all the possible ways for me to screw up my set. Fortunately, guys like Ken Gaines, Wayne Wilkerson, and Keith Rea, all unflinching and unflappable pros, will be on hand to keep things moving along. If you're in Houston around that time, do drop in.
Mar 5, 2013 Tuesday	9:00 PM	Windy City Inn	Chicago, IL, US
Every first Tuesday of the month Kris and I host a rollicking open mic at Windy City Inn. Barry the bartender slings the drinks; the crowd gets happy; spirited renditions of obscure hits from seldom heard artists are done; we spill out onto Irving Park Ave., stop traffic, and do a production number heading West until the police show up. They join in along with seventy-six trombones, and the ghost of Meredith Wilson rolls over in his grave with a small thud. The rights are picked up by Miramax and the movie bombs dismally on its initial release, but slowly becomes a cult classic in parts of South America. Definitely something you won't want to miss.
Mar 2, 2013 Saturday	9:00 PM	Bridie McKenna's	Highwood, IL, US
If there is one thing I can't stand it's sitting down too long. So we're gonna head out to Bridie McKenna's (a favorite watering hole of Spencer Tracy's if this Ouiji board is correct) and play some tunes. You're welcome to come with if you want to. Although, if you wind up staying home and we wind up having a good time, we can't be held responsible if you don't. Fair's fair.
Feb 5, 2013 Tuesday	9:00 PM	Windy City Inn	Chicago, IL, US
Every first Tuesday of the month Kris and I host a rollicking open mic at Windy City Inn. Barry the bartender slings the drinks; the crowd gets happy; spirited renditions of obscure hits from seldom heard artists are done; we spill out onto Irving Park Ave., stop traffic, and do a production number heading West until the police show up. They join in along with seventy-six trombones, and the ghost of Meredith Wilson rolls over in his grave with a small thud. The rights are picked up by Miramax and the movie bombs dismally on its initial release, but slowly becomes a cult classic in parts of South America. Definitely something you won't want to miss.
Jan 23, 2013 Wednesday	6:00 PM	Indigo Lounge	Evanston, IL, US
OK, so we were on "hiatus" which is from the latin meaning to yawn, and we got bored. Lucky for us we were asked to play at Bill's Blues Revisited housed in the Indigo Ballroom of The Hilton Orrington in always sunny Evanston. We had the fortune of playing Bill's Blues several times, and this is going to be a special treat for us to be part of the new series. This is as good as reason we are likely to get to wake us from our winter slumber.
Dec 22, 2012 Saturday	8:00 PM	Bridie McKenna's	Highwood, IL, US
It is time once again for The Kris & Marlon Christmas Show! There'll be lords-a-leaping, ladies dancing, maids milking—in other words, a typical evening at Bridie McKenna's. Wear your Santa hat!
Dec 14, 2012 Friday	8:00 PM	Lovell's of Lake Forest	Lake Forest, IL, US
On a cold winter's evenin' on a train bound for nowhere, I met up with the gambler; we were both too tired to sleep. So we took turns a starin' out the window at the darkness 'Til boredom overtook us, and he began to speak. He said, "So, I hear The Kris & Marlon Show's going to be playing in The Captain's Quarter's on Friday the 14th. 'Should be quite a fun evening. Yessiree, those boys do some kind of whooping it up in there. I mean, Gol' Dang! Somewhere in the night, I got up and left my seat. That gambler just wouldn't shut up.
Dec 5, 2012 Wednesday	9:00 PM	Windy City Inn	Chicago, IL, US
Every first Wednesday of the month Kris and I host a rollicking open mic at Windy City Inn. Aubrey slings the drinks; the crowd gets happy; spirited renditions of obscure hits from seldom heard artists are done; we spill out onto Irving Park Ave., stop traffic, and do a production number heading West until the police show up. They join in along with seventy-six trombones, and the ghost of Meredith Wilson rolls over in his grave with a small thud. The rights are picked up by Miramax and the movie bombs dismally on its initial release, but slowly becomes a cult classic in parts of South America. Definitely something you won't want to miss.
Nov 16, 2012 Friday	9:30 PM	Moher Public House	Chicago, IL, US
This is the CENTRAL SCRUTINIZER...it is my responsibility to enforce all the laws that haven't been passed yet. It is also my responsibility to alert each and every one of you to various ordinary everyday activities such as The Kris & Marlon Show appearing at Moher Public House on November 16th. The WHITE ZONE is for loading and unloading only. . .
Nov 7, 2012 Wednesday	9:00 PM	Windy City Inn	Chicago, IL, US
It is the first Wednesday of the month so it must be time for the Open Mic with Kris & Marlon at The Windy City Inn. Get out that dusty old instrument case and warm up those golden pipes of yours. Invite your friends and give a few songs a whirl for the love of the game, of faith, and everlasting rock-n-roll.
Oct 27, 2012 Saturday	9:30 PM	Moher Public House	Chicago, IL, US
I don't mean to frighten you or anything, but Halloween's approaching fairly quickly. If you are looking for something to do around that time, we are adding a date at Moher Public House. Come on out and have a wicked good time. [hide]
Oct 25, 2012 Thursday	9:00 PM	Grace Street Tap	Chicago, IL, US
We've been doing the last Thursday each month at Grace Street Tap. There is a running club that convenes there for PBRs prior to and after completing a night time run. This help prove that there is at least one of everything that can be imagined in the world. They are a fun bunch and we look forward to our return visit. Come on out and listen to us AND jog off the carbs while your at it! Race you there.
Oct 5, 2012 Friday	9:30 PM	Moher Public House	Chicago, IL, US
We are back at Moher Public House! This Edgebrook institution has parking, a fine staff, good eats, and a great selection of brews. If you haven't had a chance yet to catch us here, you should come out. If you've already seen us here, come on out again! If you have never seen us at all and come out, you may receive a free T-shirt?not by us, we don't give away T-shirts?but it's possible that you may run into someone who does have free T-shirts; not that I've seen anyone in particular.
Oct 3, 2012 Wednesday	9:00 PM	Windy City Inn	Chicago, IL, US
Oyez, Oyez, Oyez...The Kris & Marlon Show will henceforth host an Open Mic at The Windy City Inn the First Wednesday of the Month starting Wednesday, October 3rd. Bring friends, lovers, wives, and acquaintances with instruments to this stage this day and on the first Wednesday of each and every month thereafter for a fair and proper hearing. Notice is hereby given!
Sep 29, 2012 Saturday	8:30 PM	Grandpa's Place	Glenview, IL, US
It seems we've been playing at Grandpa's Place since Grandpa was a small boy. They pour pints like Victoria Falls pours the Zambezi; they can cook a burger like Yosemite Sam shoots pistols; and occasionally they can put on a show like The Kris & Marlon Show. This is one of those times.
Sep 22, 2012 Saturday	8:00 PM	Lovell's of Lake Forest	Lake Forest, IL, US
We have vowed to keep playing this gig until we get it right. Right?! Well, this time might just be the one! We'll be in tune; the PA will work; we'll remember all the lyrics, and only collect a modestly respectable amount of clamshells. The audience will be intelligently discerning, well-heeled, slightly inebriated and in a mood to tip—and you yourself will be there to be a part of this extraordinary occasion. It could happen. Wouldn't it be great if it did?
Sep 15, 2012 Saturday	9:00 PM	Bridie McKenna's	Highwood, IL, US
We are pleased to be returning to a now familiar haunt of ours. Bridie McKenna's is an upscale Irish pub with a great menu of dining goodness, a superb selection of ales and whatnot, and a fine staff. Weather permitting, we will be outdoors on the comfy patio directly beneath the constellation of Orion. Can't miss us.
Aug 30, 2012 Thursday	9:00 PM	Grace Street Tap	Chicago, IL, US
Instead of sitting at home on a Thursday night watching The Cosby Show and Cheers—wait, what decade am I in?—ANYWAY, you should get out and experience the mighty power of The Kris & Marlon Show at the Grace Street Tap. Their terrific beer selection can't help but make us sound better to your ears.
Aug 25, 2012 Saturday	7:00 PM	House Concert - 2603 W. Adams St.	Muncie, IN, US
Shari Flanders has been hosting a series of house concerts in the gorgeous setting of her home in Muncie, Indiana for some time now. I am pleased to once again be a part this series, and to meet up with my waybacks, as in way back when we kicked up some dust in this place playing music and whatnot. Hopefully nights like this will prove we still do.
Aug 18, 2012 Saturday	7:30 PM	Honky Tonk BBQ	Chicago, IL, US
You've probably heard my enthusiastic recommendation of this place before from when I gigged here with Mark Zeus, but our agent Murray recently booked 'The Show' into this venerable Pilsen saloon. Mouth watering slabs, savory brisket, Lone Star beer, this place has it all, and their superb staff serve it too you like you're their favorite cousin. We are looking forward to this date! Thanks, Murray! Your 1% is in the mail.
Aug 11, 2012 Saturday	8:00 PM	Lovell's of Lake Forest	Lake Forest, IL, US
Beneath a suburban village, down a flight of seemingly nondescript stairs, within an otherwise normal fine dining establishment, lies a world of intrigue and mystique where casual happenstance can meet freak occurrence. This is the world of The Captain's Quarters and all who may enter here on this particular night will be treated to an evening of almost limitless wonder...plus we will be playing some tunes, so feel free to join us.
Aug 10, 2012 Friday	9:30 PM	Norton's Restaurant	Highland Park, IL, US
We are pleased to be making our Norton's debut. This place hosts a weekly lineup of good entertainment, and they like to keep things lively. If you can't party with the big dogs, go under the porch and sleep in the shade, isn't that right? Nice surroundings, full bar, great menu...and us! Kinda sounds inviting now doesn't it?
Jul 28, 2012 Saturday	9:00 PM	Bernice's Tavern	Chicago, IL, US
Bernice's Tavern is a more than a Bridgeport institution. It is a state of mind. If Earnest Hemingway were still alive, he'd write a tersely worded novel while sitting at the bar. You expect Tom Waits to stroll in at any moment. Playing this room feels like being the moving parts in a Wurlitzer juke box waiting for a dime to roll down the slot. It's as comfortable as your favorite pair of shoes. You will love this place.
Jul 26, 2012 Thursday	8:00 PM	Grace Street Tap	Chicago, IL, US
Our first show at this joint was so much fun we decided to do it all over again. "Once more—with feeling!", I believe went the cry. This will be a Thursday night appearance, and if we aren't quite enough entertainment for you there's a pool table where you can further perfect your game. We'll be offering gentle guidance from the stage as you line up your shot.
Jun 24, 2012 Sunday	8:00 PM	Uncommon Ground Clark	Chicago, IL, US
Join us for a special evening with two of Houton's finest singer-songwriters. Mark Zeus is familiar to many folks in the Chicago area and a mainstay of the Houston songwriter scene with 3 solo releases currently available and 2 featuring his band Thunderboltz all on the Stone Face Records label. Ken Gaines, who is in his 11th year hosting the popular Songwriter Series at Houston's Anderson Fair, will be opening at Kerrville on May 21st and currently has two releases available. These two are coming into town for a rare appearance together and, if you are an aficionado of the art of original song, this show is a must see.
Jun 23, 2012 Saturday	8:00 PM	Honky Tonk BBQ	Chicago, IL, US
It is our triumphant return to the Honky Tonk, where the Lone Star's cold, the spicy BBQ hot, the music's twangy, and the dance floor's crowded. Don't miss the brisket! Come early; leave when we load out; you won't be sorry.
Jun 22, 2012 Friday	8:00 PM	Lovell's of Lake Forest	Lake Forest, IL, US
The "2012 Return of Zeus Tour" begins at "The Captain's Quarters", a fav-or-ite watering hole of ours. When Zeus makes his way back to Chicago from Houston, we always try to play here. In 2005 when we first played there, Jay Lovell, who lived in Houston for over 20 years, and Mark traded stories on all the hidden treasures that Houston holds and how important good air-conditioning is in a place that routinely hits 110 degrees in the summer. We've been playing here ever since.
Jun 21, 2012 Thursday	9:00 PM	The Abbey Pub	Chicago, IL, US
A wonderfully intimate setting, two tremendous songwriters, a well stocked bar, an intoxicating summer night. If any of these elements strikes your fancy, imagine throwing all of them together at once with NO COVER! This is what we're talking about. Mark Zeus will be returning at his ol' stompin' grounds with his good buddy Ken Gaines, a mainstay of the Houston songwriter scene for a special show. I'll be there and you should be there too because it will truly be a great place to be.
Jun 2, 2012 Saturday	7:30 PM	Atlantic Bar & Grill	Chicago, IL, US
We are pleased to be invited to take part in a night of entertainment to benefit cute little critters here in Chicago! We are on a bill with Donna Adler, a Wizard of Sorts, The Christmas Mountain Boys, Rockin' Rick Wells & Greg Steele, and Russell, Gray, & Poot. What a show!
May 19, 2012 Saturday	9:00 PM	Grandpa's Place	Glenview, IL, US
Grandpa's is asking us back to either settle our bar tab from the last time we were there or have us play again, we're unclear which. Either way, we're going to bring our guitars and play some tunes. It sure would be nice to see you there—especially if they want us to settle up, then maybe we could borrow a buck or two just until the next time we see you, which I hope is real, real soon.
Apr 27, 2012 Friday	8:00 PM	Lovell's of Lake Forest	Lake Forest, IL, US
I just wanna tell you how I'm feeling Gotta make you understand Never gonna give you up, never gonna let you down Never gonna run around and desert you Never gonna make you cry, never gonna say goodbye Never gonna tell a lie and hurt you
Apr 14, 2012 Saturday	9:30 PM	Moher Public House	Chicago, IL, US
Mar 31, 2012 Saturday	9:30 PM	Moher Public House	Chicago, IL, US
Mar 17, 2012 Saturday	4:00 PM	Grandpa's Place	Glenview, IL, US
Leapin' Leprechauns, Batman! The Kris & marlon Show is returning for another St. Patrick's Show at Grandpa's. They put on an annual extravaganza that includes a great entertainment lineup, good food and lots of it...and beer. We are proud to be part of the whole shebang. You'll want to stay for more than just our set, and you'll want to come early, too.
Mar 16, 2012 Friday	8:00 PM	Lovell's of Lake Forest	Lake Forest, IL, US
Description Join us and for a warm-up to St. Patrick's day in "The Captain's Quarters". I'm going to wear my finest Notre Dame hat. We'll pretend we're part Irish or, if folks don't buy it, part Labrador. Whatever works.
Feb 19, 2012 Sunday	8:00 PM	Uncommon Ground	, IL, US
This comfy Northside lounge has been a terrific venue for singer-songwriter types for a while now. Join us for a fun evening featuring special guest and possibly even some limbo dancing (if I drop my pic).
Feb 11, 2012 Saturday	9:30 PM	Moher Public House	Chicago, IL, US
It's that time again, folks. Time to head on out to Edgebrook with your best sweetheart for a lovely pre-Valentine evening of food and drink. We'll be on hand to croon your favorites (if your favorites include songs we happen to know or have written). The staff at Moher's will supply the fine service and refreshments. There's free parking and free love if you can find it.
Jan 14, 2012 Saturday	9:00 PM	Bridie McKenna's	Highwood, IL, US
The ancient Mayans prophesied that in 2012 Kris and I would return to Bridie McKenna's. Those Mayan's could be quite uncanny, but it's really not that unusual given that the Mayans were known to have an affinity for great Irish pubs, and they knew that we couldn't possibly stay away from a place like this. They also prophesied I would break a string at some point.
Jan 7, 2012 Saturday	9:00 PM	Gallery Cabaret	Chicago, IL, US
Kris Nichols will be doing an all original opening set for Amy & The Unfortunate. I will likely tag along, and so should you. Come early for the acclaimed Two Hour Comedy Hour Show at 7PM. Gallery is a terrific place to hear something intriguing. Be sure to visit their You Tube channel if you want to see a wide variety of locals prepared to entertain and amaze.
Dec 17, 2011 Saturday	8:00 PM	Lovell's of Lake Forest	Lake Forest, IL, US
It's time for our Holiday Spectacular! There'll be lords-a-leaping, ladies dancing, maids milking—you know, a typical evening in The Captain's Quarters. Wear your Santa hat.
Dec 10, 2011 Saturday	9:00 PM	Grandpa's Place	Glenview, IL, US
This is one of our favorite places in all the land. Located right by the train stop in downtown Glenview, Grandpa's is a great place to bring the family for dinner, and a great place for live music. It's a gig we always look forward to playing.
Nov 12, 2011 Saturday	9:00 PM	Bridie McKenna's	Highwood, IL, US
Back when we were much younger men, Kris and I played here at Bridie's and vowed to someday return. We've been steadfast and not forsworn our oath. We are going to boil our dust speck in bezel nut oil to celebrate our victory.
Nov 11, 2011 Friday	8:00 PM	Lovell's of Lake Forest	Lake Forest, IL, US
The Kris & Marlon Show returns to the Captain's Quarters once again! Please join us in the lounge for an intimate acoustic show and wear your finest intimate apparel—we certainly will.
Nov 4, 2011 Friday	9:30 PM	Moher Public House	Chicago, IL, US
Nice fall weather we're havin' iddn't. Join us at Moher Public House for a night of musical fun with special guests, live chickens, dancin' warblers, leftover Halloween candy, and what-have-you.
Oct 26, 2011 Wednesday	8:30 PM	C.J. Arthur's	Wilmette, IL, US
The Kris & Marlon Show is pleased to announce our upcoming debut at CJ Arthur's. This place is a North Shore institution and a place to find good live music all through the week. It's just a stone's throw from our redoubt in Glenview as well. It would sure be great to see some of our North Shore friends at this one.
Oct 15, 2011 Saturday	10:00 PM	Bernice's Tavern	Chicago, IL, US
The Kris & Marlon Show returns to Bernice's Tavern! We played this place a little while back and fell in love with the place. We like the staff, the regulars, the jukebox, and the fact that they'd have us back is not bad either. These folks love music, which makes them our kind of folk. Join us; you won't regret it.
Oct 14, 2011 Friday	10:00 PM	Cullen's	Chicago, IL, US
The Kris & Marlon Show returns to Cullen's Bar & Grill where the whiskey burns and the beer chases the blues away. The last time we were appearing on Southport Ave. the street was hoppin'. I'm sure this time it will be no different. Try the meatloaf! We're NOT kidding.
Oct 8, 2011 Saturday	9:30 PM	Moher Public House	Chicago, IL, US
The Kris & Marlon Show returns to Moher Public House. There's free parking, great beer on tap, and US! Afterwards, we're going to head out to the nearby forest preserve and go snipe hunting. If you've never been snipe hunting before, join us and you can hold the snipe net.
Oct 1, 2011 Saturday	9:00 PM	Honky Tonk BBQ	Chicago, IL, US
Mark and I are making our Honkytonk BBQ debut and we are thrilled to be part of this venue's entertainment lineup. They host some of the best music that Chicago has to offer, and Willie Wagoner, the owner, has won deserved admiration for his tasty bar-be-que. I sat down recently with the family and we polished off a table full of deliciousness. I'm a huge fan of the place, obviously. This will be a fun night you don't want to miss.
Sep 30, 2011 Friday	8:00 PM	Lovell's of Lake Forest	Lake Forest, IL, US
It's the return of Mark and Marlon to "The Captain's Quarters". Please join us in the lounge for a fun night of music featuring Houston's own Mark Zeus.
Sep 29, 2011 Thursday	8:00 PM	Fitzgerald's	Berwyn, IL, US
It's the 1st date of the 2nd Annual "Return of Zeus Tour"! Mark Zeus is on temporary loan from Houston, TX and we will be appearing as part of "Country Night" at this venerable honky tonk in Berwyn. Where'd I put my bolo tie?
Sep 23, 2011 Friday	9:00 PM	Duke's	Chicago, IL, US
That's right. We couldn't stay away from this place. The Kris & Marlon Show returns to Duke's stage. We love this place and you will too if you don't already. Here's hopin' PBR and "Twang" never go outta style.
Sep 16, 2011 Friday	9:00 PM	Bird's Nest Bar	Chicago, IL, US
Come for The Kris & Marlon Show, stay for the chicken wings. This place hosts live entertainment every weekend all year long, and they let guys like us play. Naturally, it's just our kinda place. This will be my Bird's Nest debut. Kris, on the other hand, is quite well known in the joint.
Sep 10, 2011 Saturday	9:30 PM	Moher Public House	Chicago, IL, US
We are back for another show at the terrific Moher Public House. There's free parking a tasty menu and a well stocked bar. Perfect accompaniment for a night of music, don't you think?
Aug 5, 2011 Friday	8:00 PM	Lovell's of Lake Forest	Lake Forest, IL, US
That's right, it is our triumphant return to the Captain's Quarters! Please join us for a mission briefing in the lounge. Drinks will be served; songs will be sung; oaths will be sworn; laughs will be had; hearts will be broken?but only if you don't come. Bring your kids, and their kids if they have any. Leave your worries on your doorstep.
Jul 23, 2011 Saturday	9:00 PM	Cullen's	Chicago, IL, US
Now, Kris and I like a great, traditional Irish pub as much as the next guy. We like that Irish pubs like music and think enough of their customers to have it on a regular basis. We like Notre Dame! So, we love this place. It is the sine qua non of Chicago Irish pubs. We have made it out on occasion to Scott Besaw's Wednesday open mic and we are huge fans of the clientele, the meatloaf, and the whole staff. We are looking forward to this one. The Cubs play Houston at Wrigley that afternoon, If they win we will play the entire show in beach attire. You can see the game, shuffle up Southport, and catch our act.
Jul 21, 2011 Thursday	9:00 PM	Duke's	Chicago, IL, US
As many of you, I'm sure, are aware, we last played Duke's back in March and had a big 'ol time of it. We are pleased to be making a return appearance to this fabulous Roger's Park establishment for a Thursday acoustic show. If you have ever wandered when or if there would be a chance to hear some original songwriting on a warm summer night alongside a well stocked bar THIS IS IT! Come fill our tip jar!
Jul 16, 2011 Saturday	9:30 PM	Moher Public House	Chicago, IL, US
Kris and I will be making our Moher Pub debut where we are looking forward to meeting the fine and well-heeled folks around Forest Glen. For those of you who are experts in Celtic culture, Moher's Public House serves up authentic Shepard's Pie and fish and chips along with a great selection of beers, blueberry martini's, and such. Don't wait for us to tell you next month what a great time you missed. C'mon out and see for yourself.
Jul 3, 2011 Sunday	9:00 PM	Horseshoe Texas BBQ	Chicago, IL, US
Domantay Records Presents: Kris Nichols and Marlon St. John
Jun 24, 2011 Friday	7:00 PM	Summer Concert - Ravenswood Manor Park	Chicago, IL, US
Join me and a whole gang of folks under the poplars at this beautiful neighborhood park for a fun, summertime show.
Jun 17, 2011 Friday	7:00 PM	Gallery 200	West Chicago, IL, US
I will be making my West Chicago debut at Gallery 200's Local Music Night sponsored by the Cultural Arts Commission. This well curated performance series is emerging to be a great venue for area singer-songwriters, and I am pleased to be taking part.
Jun 4, 2011 Saturday	9:00 PM	Grandpa's Place	Glenview, IL, US
Kris and I are pleased to be returning once again to Grandpa's Place in Glenview where the burgers are superb and the selection of brews is deep and wide. They even have Green River soda pop! Grandpa's is a venerable Glenview institution right by the downtown train stop where you can hear that train a-comin'; rollin' 'round the bend. Come for the Smithwicks; stay for the Kris and Marlon show.
May 21, 2011 Saturday	9:00 PM	Bernice's Tavern	Chicago, IL, US
Bernice's Tavern is the world's friendliest bar once you get buzzed in. It's Bridgeport's finest live music venue as well as a great place to get a great selection of Lithuanian beers. Since the regulars here know good music, we are going to try to be on our best musical behavior for this one.
May 20, 2011 Friday	8:00 PM	Lovell's of Lake Forest	Lake Forest, IL, US
The Captain's Quarters has been a mainstay for Kris and I for the last few years. We are grateful that they continue to have us back, and we can't overemphasize what a great venue this is with the quality of the food and drink and professionalism of the staff. Jay Lovell has crafted a venue with an exceptional menu and carefully selected lounge entertainment so that every Friday and Saturday night this lounge delivers a great experience for their customers. I am not the only musician out there that sincerely wishes more places were like this. But to truly appreciate what I'm talking about, you're going to have to join us there.
May 7, 2011 Saturday	8:00 PM	House Concert	Muncie, IN, US
More details to follow...
Apr 30, 2011 Saturday	9:00 PM	The Abbey Pub	Chicago, IL, US
The Return of Zeus Tour concludes at The Abbey Pub, a site of many past musical mis-adventures.
Apr 29, 2011 Friday	8:00 PM	Lovell's of Lake Forest	Lake Forest, IL, US
Join Mark and I in The Captain's Quarters for an evening of songs.
Apr 28, 2011 Thursday	9:00 PM	Friendly Tap	Berwyn, IL, US
The Return of Zeus Tour! Mark Zeus returns from Houston for a visit. The tour starts here at Friendly Tap. We would like all our Berwyn and Forest Park friends to join us.
Apr 13, 2011 Wednesday	9:00 PM	Grafton Pub	Chicago, IL, US
Kris and I have visited The Grafton's open mic on many occasions over the years to debut new songs or see if we can remember lyrics to old ones. This is our first occasion to do a proper gig at this fine establishment. Since we told the proprietors all about you and how they just had to meet you, we were hoping that you would show up. Bring the family, it's stroller-friendly.
Apr 3, 2011 Sunday	9:00 PM	Red Line Tap	Chicago, IL, US
Kris Nichols and I appear at this venerable Roger's Park music establishment where we have enjoyed a few past open mics. This show promises some surprises and more info is to follow. This is a nice sounding room and we are looking forward a very special night.
Mar 18, 2011 Friday	7:00 PM	LooseLeaf Lounge	Chicago, IL, US
For those that like an intimate acoustic performance, but don't want to invite me to their domicile (where it can be awkward getting me to leave), this is the perfect show. The Looseleaf Lounge specializes in making tea lover's and music lover's equally happy. All you tea-partiers come on out to this Lincoln Park area oasis of caffeinated calm and fight for your right to drink tea! Music provided.
Mar 12, 2011 Saturday	9:30 PM	Duke's	Chicago, IL, US
Kris and I are pleased to make our Dukes debut, and we want to give a special invite to all our Rogers Park pals to come on by. We're in the neighborhood. We've heard the buzz about the live music there, and the famous Bloody Mary's they pour. We are opening up for the lovely and talented Liza Day. It should be a fine night of music.
Feb 25, 2011 Friday	10:00 PM	Gallery Cabaret	Chicago, IL, US
Appearing with Kris Nichols
Feb 18, 2011 Friday	8:00 PM	Lovell's of Lake Forest	Lake Forest, IL, US
Feb 16, 2011 Wednesday	9:00 PM	Bridie McKenna's	Highwood, IL, US
There's something about an authentic Irish Pub and Bridie McKenna's is authentic to the last detail. This is our Highwood, Illinois debut, so all our Highwood friends (Helloooo Highwood friends!) can come on out.
Feb 9, 2011 Wednesday	8:00 PM	Friendly Tap	Berwyn, IL, US
A Texas songwriter in the grand tradition of Texas songwriters, Houston's own Ken Gaines is making a stop at Berwyn's Friendly Tap to perform a set of his stunning and evocative material. Chicago singer-songwriter Marlon St. John opens.

Marlon St. John