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Hometown: Los Angeles, CA
Label: Mion Records
Management: Vern Goff
Website: www.markallenfelton.com
Genre: Jazz
A Chicago native, saxophonist extraordinaire, Mark Allen Felton aka Panther drew upon a wealth of influences from Funk to Jazz to Gospel. At the tender age of 11 he began an artistic journey inspired by such musical greats as Grover Washington Jr., Earth Wind & Fire, Sonny Stitt and Kool & the Gang.
By the time he graduated from high school, Felton had received numerous awards for his musical excellence including a scholarship to Texas Southern University in Houston, TX. This extraordinarily gifted artist has had the honor of sharing the stage with some of the most revered artists and musicians in the world of smooth jazz and R&B including: Al Jarreau, Patti Labelle, Kirk Whalum, Boney James, Gerald Albright, Bobby Womack, Billy Preston, Janelle Monae and many others.
A prolific composer, Mark Allen Felton has written several hundred songs including the theme song for the nationally syndicated radio program “Radioscope” and the theme song for comedian Michael Colyar’s comedy special. His compositions can be heard in independent films as well as on his four previously released CDs: On The Prowl, Gospel Stroll, A Blessing, and I Do It For Love. His 5th CD “Soul Real” will soon be released.
When describing his music he says, “I’ve always been strongly attracted to funky rhythms, great melodic lines, colorful chords, and smooth vocals. When I sit down down to write, I just let all of that attraction flow out of me. I’ve been told, my music sounds like a very flavorful gumbo of sound. When creating, I don’t try to emulate anyone, I just let my soul speak. And when all is said and done, what comes out is what I affectionately call a Hipstrumental.”
In a world where people are quick to label music, Felton's music can only be put in one category - "Great Music!" "I strive to deliver my best every time I play, that is what is important to me! Doing my best!"
Felton currently resides in Los Angeles California.
“Mark Allen Felton is an extraordinary, talented and versatile artist who renders unbelievable music. His mesmerizing performance never fails to excite the audience.”- Cora Jackson-Fossett, LAABP
For more info visit: www.MarkAllenFelton.com
“One listen to the smooth sounds of his single, “A Place For You” and you will find a place for Mark Allen Felton’s latest CD in your music collection!”
Brian W. Carter - Los Angeles Sentinel
“In a world where people are quick to label music, Felton’s music can only be put in one category – Great Music! “I strive to deliver my best every time I play, that is what is important to me! Doing my best!””
smoothjazzdaily - Smooth Jazz Life
“The talented Chante Moore and Mark Allen Felton wooed the crowd to their dancing feet throughout the evening, with DJ Shell jamming out some old school classics in between.”
Sophie Brabenec - Splash Magazine
“Saxophonist Mark Allen Felton rehearses the national anthem before a campaign event with Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton”
Jae C. Hong - Associated Press
“Saxophonist Mark Allen Felton performs a musical tribute to four-time Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Lionel Richie”
Ringo Chiu - ZUMA Press, Inc. / Alamy Stock Photo
“Kicked off the weekend while enjoying the amazing musical artistry of Mark Allen Felton, The Stanley Clarke Band, Earl Klugh and Jeff Bradshaw & Friends featuring Chrisette Michele and Frank McComb.”
Lee Bailey - EURWEB
“The Life and Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Celebrated in the City of Inglewood”
Lee Bailey - EURWEB
“Rooftop jazz, Soul and R'n'B”
Sophie Brabenec - Splash Magazines
“Mark Allen Felton visits The WAVE!!!”
Britt Bickel // Morning Show Editor - 94.7 The Wave
“Tavis Smiley Interviews Mark Allen Felton”
Tavis Smiley - The Tavis Smiley Show
“I promise that once you start listening to this Album, it will be hard to stop!”
Brandon I. Brooks - Los Angeles Sentinel
“Felton’s music gives the listener a certain peace of mind and transports them to a place of divine sensual tranquility.”
hbh - smooth-jazz.de/forum
“This was the first CD I have bought on CD Baby and I must say that the music is phenomenal!”
JENNIFER I. RICHBURG - cdbaby.com
“This cd is a must 2 have!!”
Maurice - cdbaby.com
“… loaded with romance and seductive saxophone!”
SANDY SHORE - www.smoothjazz.com
“I received your CD in the mail this week and it is FanFabulous!”
Pamela D. - Hearst-Leclaire Courts Alumni
“Saxophonist Mark Allen Felton Defines Grown and Sexy!”
www.blacknews.com - BlackNews.com
“Shiny thing' propels sax man's career”
VANESSA FRANKO - The Press-Enterprise
““I’ve never had an artist besides Mark Allen Felton receive a standing ovation in my restaurant. Simply an unbelievable performer who always delivers.” (Riverside,CA)”
Phyllis Wheeler - Owner, Backstage Restaurant
““Mark Allen Felton is an extraordinary, talented and versatile artist who renders unbelievable music. His mesmerizing performance never fails to excite the audience.””
Cora Jackson-Fossett - LAABP
