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MARC MARTEL IN CONCERT:
From his days with acclaimed Christian rock outfit Downhere to his current gig filling in for Freddie Mercury on the Queen Extravaganza tour, Marc Martel has remained a jaw-dropping performer revered for his pitch-perfect vocals and commanding showmanship. Martel’s uncanny performances of Queen favorites like “Bohemian Rhapsody” and “Somebody to Love” have proven he can sing with the best of them, and he brings the same passion and expertise to his solo shows. Just as likely to cover ‘90s gems like Jesus Jones’ “Right Here Right Now” as he is to play cuts from his 2014 solo debut Impersonator, Martel is a dynamic performer who keeps fans on their toes with soulful sets that draw from his impressive past.
BACKGROUND SNAPSHOT:
Montreal-born Marc Martel was raised in the music-intensive environment of the church where his father led worship and his mother directed the choir. In 1999 he and a group of classmates at Saskatchewan’s Briercrest College and Seminary formed the band Downhere. The group toured on behalf of the college for four years, and after graduating they relocated to Nashville and signed with Word Records. The band released 10 albums and racked up several Juno and Dove Awards before going on hiatus in 2013. Martel launched his solo career in 2011 when he auditioned for the Queen Extravaganza tour with a video of himself performing “Somebody to Love”. The impeccable performance went viral and impressed original Queen drummer Roger Taylor enough to earn Martel a spot on the band’s 2012 tour. Following the highly anticipated 2014 release of his debut solo album Impersonator, Martel once again joined Queen in late 2015 for another round of performances.
The concert was great! This was our second time seeing Marc and the band and they did not disappoint. He is an amazing performer and so enjoyable to see and hear. We would go again! My only disappointment was adults who think it's ok to move from their cheaper seats to more expensive seats that were empty. I guess some people never grow up.
If you get the chance go see Marc Martel and One Vision of Queen. I’ve seen a lot of concerts through the years and this band is currently at the top of my list. Saw Queen with Freddie back in 1979 (my favorite concert of all time) and the Brian May Band sometime back in the 90’s—also an incredible show. Marc Martel and his band are definitely “the real deal”.
One Vision of Queen Band was absolutely amazing! Loved it. Great performance!!
Great show great band incredible voice highly recommended. If you get the chance go see them if you’re a queen
Awesome experience, high energy, great music, excellent Queen tribute!!
This was a great show, love Marc Martels voice sounds so much like Freddy Mercury. Always try to see his show when they're in town.
We have been to many shows and Marc Martel stands out in the top 5 ever. Start with his energy, singing ability, and add the "Queen"band's skill at every instrument; especially the lead guitar. Then Marc solicited audience participation and by the end of the show, EVERYBODY was standing and singing. I usually don't like audience participation, but this was awesome. Everyone left the theater with smiles on their faces. Great time....thanks
I spent a wonderful evening and enjoyed One vision of Queen performance very much! Marc Martel is an awesome singer and his musicians are as good talented as the original members of Queen For instance I thought I was watching the original Queen members on the scene Thank you so much!!
The best QUEEN show I have ever seen 👍👍 QUEEN is my favorite band of all time!!
I first saw Marc Martel in June of 2012. I always loved the band Queen but never had seen them in concert which I always had regretted. Then Marc Martel came into our lives! You can always count on a great time when going to see this band, One Vision of Queen! On May 2, 2024 I attended the show at Genessee Theatre in Waukegan, Illinois. Marc Martel and his band did not disappoint and the added bonus was he had tshirts for sale! Thursday night was my 8th time see the band perform and I will continue to be a fan forever! Rock on!
