Guitar virtuoso Marcus Machado joins Musicians Reveal with Joe Kelley to discuss his transformative new album “Aquarius Purple.” Recognized as a child prodigy, Marcus reflects on how the pandemic reignited his creative spirit and led to the completion of this genre-blending project. From virtual release parties to a sold-out limited edition vinyl drop, Machado shares how his musical journey continues to inspire fans across generations.

🎙️ Musicians Reveal with Joe Kelley is a podcast featuring legendary and emerging funk, R&B, and Prince-associated artists. On air since 1982 and now spanning five decades, the show was personally spotlighted by Prince on his website in 2004. He also gifted us the One Nite Alone box set in 2002 — before any media outlet.

In this revealing interview, Marcus dives into his influences—from Hendrix to hip-hop—and opens up about his passion for reviving analog formats in a digital world. We explore his evolving role in the music industry, his new venture QSTV, and how he’s creating space for the next wave of independent artists. This episode is a must-watch for anyone who appreciates boundary-pushing musicianship and the enduring power of artistic integrity.

Recorded in 2021

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