People Magazine names her one of "Nashville's Hottest New Country Stars", while Ebony recognizes her as "The Storyteller", one who is "Breaking the Sound Barriers" in music! Whatever the case, all agree that Miko Marks is an artist in sync with the times. On the frontlines of change, Miko is blazing an unprecedented trail and ushering in "Generation Next" in Country Music!

Named "Best New Country Artist" by New Music Weekly, her debut album, "Freeway Bound", also received honors as the "Country Album of the Year", at The Independent Music Awards. Amongst the judges were country icons, Wynonna Judd, and Patti Loveless, of The Grand Ole Opry. Miko is the first and only African American woman in the history of the genre to receive such honors. Her sophomore release, "It Feels Good" also garnered acclaim.

Miko's first music video, "Mama", featured support, as well as a cameo from Grammy Award winner Erykah Badu. "Mama" a touching, self-penned, autobiographical song, is many a fan favorite. Although, the video only gained limited exposure on CMT, GAC, and VH-1, Miko is still has hopes that future works will gain much greater exposure. Her second video release, "Locked & Loaded" features a cameo by another friend and Grammy Award winner, D'Wayne Wiggins of Tony Toni Tone'. Marks is increasingly gaining well deserved respect and admiration from some of the biggest names in the entertainment industry. Her dream collaboration will put her side by side with Stevie Wonder, and another Michigan native whom she holds in high esteem, Mr. Marshal Mathers, aka Eminem. Expect future cross genre collaborations from this Maverick!

Originally from Flint, Michigan, Miko discovered her vocal prowess at a young age, while her keen writing skills continue to sharpen with maturity & life experience. Miko wrote 7 of the 10 cuts off her award-winning debut Cd, "Freeway Bound", while also contributing a couple more gems to her follow-up release, "It Feels Good".

"The Storyteller", possesses a pure, powerhouse voice that shines crystalline without the help of studio gadgetry! She is antithesis of the mundane and mediocre artist. Her influences cross the barriers of generation, genre and race, and it's said that her live performances make believers out of the toughest critics.

In 2011, Miko Marks is fresh off the heels of her first nationally televised performance & interview. As an independent artist, Miko has already accomplished seemingly impossible achievements. Yet with the respect, love, & continued support of fans, and industry insiders, many expect that Miko Marks will continue her historic & hard fought journey to the top! Currently she can be found recording he r upcoming, and third Cd release, "Evolution". This will be Miko's most definitive and honest album to date!

In legendary tradition, Miko Marks is making a way where there was "no way". It's not easy, but against great odds, by Grace and unmistakable talent, Miko Marks continues to soar… "Onward & Upward"!