About Joey
Joey Marguerite's music is right in the same vein as Basia, Patti Austin, Brenda Russell and Natalie Cole With a dash of Diana Krall and Sting-like influences. Like a female Al Jarreau, Joey's use of nuance, hip grooves, layering and texturing in her vocals and songwriting creates her distinct, infectious trademark "soul jazz" sound.
“Give me - One Light In the Darkness” …
The inspiring words flow from Joey Marguerite’s strong, soulful voice, filling your inner thoughts with a river of emotions that reveal the true heart of Joey, a heart flowing with a passion for compassion, possibility, integrity and harmony. A masterful build of the music behind the words will take you on a journey to Joey’s own childhood, where an endearing love for her late Downs Syndrome brother flourished, where stories of the survival of her immigrant family taught her to grow in strength through faith, tradition, overcoming and hard work. “I just want others to remember that it is our own humanity that we all have in common, that is the point,” said Joey about her prevailing song – an original tune with mass appeal that will inspire us all to truly shine in this world, to live in kindness and to love others.
Joey Marguerite is a singer, songwriter and recording artist who’s music “walks the fine line” infusing soul, jazz, AAA Adult Contemporary Pop, and smooth jazz with an occasional splash of funk and blues. Her artistic interpretation, delivery, song crafting and arrangements are hip, sophisticated, penetrating and warm. The velvety clear sound of Joey’s well trained voice together with the depth and complexity of her music just makes you want to hear more.
An emerging seasoned artist, Joey draws on her past experiences having performed along side with numerous notable musicians during concerts, jazz festivals, and special appearances over the years. Joey has a unique perspective of the music industry having gained insight through her time as a professional voice talent on Portland Oregon’s own KINK and KMHD radio stations. Having trained in jazz, classical and composition with well respected mentors, Joey’s voice and musical approach is distinctly clear, smooth and inviting.
With her audience crossing various genre's, from jazz clubs, to fine dining, to special cruises, to dancing, to a romantic night out, or a simple song playing on the radio, fans from across all demographics enjoy the intimate, fresh style and texture of Joey’s innovative arrangements. In person Joey likes to connect and visit directly with her fans. One of her lifetime dreams is to tour with the USO and to thank those who have selflessly given of their time and lives for others. She pays attention to small details, she is soft hearted, real, somewhat shy, and she is very appreciative of the support she receives from her close family, friends and fan base.
Having a desire to bring back into the mainstream an appreciation for truly innovative, great music, Joey Marguerite’s fresh velvety voice will linger with you through her timeless soul jazz groove, a groove that will surely be enjoyed for generations to come.
