Marcus A Reid  
 

Born: 9.12.1980

Age: 28

Sign: Virgo

IN THE BEGINNING, the raw talent and music potential was there since birth, but a music career for Marcus Reid was not a “twinkle” in his eye until late in his teens.

At age 8, the image of a performer, the soul of music, and the passion to entertain, was introduced and colorfully illustrated by his mother, a singer and church choir soprano, rehearsing weekend nights in the den room of their home in Natrona Heights, PA. 

At age 17, during his senior year of high school, the potential that lay dormant in his soul began to come alive and he was compelled to take the stage and sing before he graduated. That spring, Marcus sang his first official solo in front of a packed auditorium at their year-end Spring Fling Choral Concert. He sang the song One Day You’ll Be Mine by Usher from his CD “My Way”.  Despite the numbing and nervous feelings he had seconds before he took the stage, once the music started, he was instantly at peace and the artist inside of him took over.  “When I finished, the cheers and applause from the crowd was exhilarating! That's when my love for entertaining began." -Reid   

At age 27, after 10 + years of exploring his talents, developing and defining his abilities, Marcus Reid had matured into a versatile and dynamic performer.  This marked the true beginnings of his music career.  Armed with passion and confidence, the one man show was ready to hit the Pittsburgh scene in full throttle in 2008.  He leaped at every opportunity to perform, seeking to gain more experience, exposure and credibility.  Each show ended with interested spectators asking who he was and where he was going.  As show opportunities blossomed and praises continued, Reid’s desire and commitment to push on multiplied.  By December of 2008 he had performed 25 shows; two of them for public schools giving birth to his Positive Hip Hop Program and opened the door for him to effectively “Mentor through the Music” (which he had longed to do) and provided a stable platform in which to entertain, educate and inspire young minds for years to come…

NOW in 2009, Marcus Reid, 28, is a proven artist, entertainer and an emerging entrepreneur poised to take Hip-Hop to a higher level of integrity & music education by combining the “Role of a Rapper” with the “Message of a Mentor” to positively influence the Hip-Hop Community and to cultivate a new generation of artists and entertainers.
 

THE ARTIST: Marcus Reid aka TRM, The Renaissance Man, delivers energy, passion and inspiration with every performance! Combining the 3 elements of Rapping, Singing, and Hip hop Dance in every performance puts him in a class that only a few can enter. His un-quenching desire and ability to create lyrical stories that paint pictures of his life and the lives around him and melodically express them through his songs is simply a blessing from GOD! REID is a smart, educated gentleman and often goes deep into the English vocabulary when writing. He loves using clever analogies, sharp metaphors and play on words. "It's sophisticated RAP and Hip Hop."-Reid

THE ROLE MODEL: But what sets him apart from traditional RAP/HIP HOP artists is his humility and respect for his listeners. He never uses profanities or offensive language in any of his lyrics. Period.  No exceptions.  “This is how I was raised.  Cursing, sexual innuendos, and disrespect to my fellow brothers and sisters would be disrespecting my parents and grandparents teachings.  I believe in Unity and serving those that are less fortunate. My mission is to deliver good, positive music with meaningful lyrics. To create "Role Model Musicians" and be a role model for the youth and fellow artists.  "GOD has given me this assignment and the tools to carry it out. My Mission has begun." My 2nd Solo CD “TRM2: The Mission” releasing Feb 09

THE ENTREPRENEUR: His love for both Business and Music is a match made in heaven!  A Finance major Music minor from Univ. of Pitt, REID has a deep understanding of Business. But it didn’t require 4 years to receive it.  He mastered the art of Multi-tasking, time management and job-role playing.  He maintains all Cd sales, expenses, bookkeeping etc. in excel spreadsheets and business software programs. He handles all show bookings and agreements (booked 26 shows in 2008).
And he designs and maintains www.reidrecords.com, and www.myspace.com/reidrecords for e-commerce… ”I’m becoming a wiser and more experienced businessman everyday” 

THE BUSINESS: REID RECORDS Music and Entertainment

“My vision for REID RECORDS started in 2001  after paying for studio time to record my first 2 songs at a home studio in Wilkinsburg.” He realized that with the technology today, he was able to purchase and assemble his own home studio, produce his own music,  provide recording services to others, and create and sale RR products and merchandise (Cd's, T-shirts, sweatshirts, hats, visors  etc.)  He would package and distribute them locally himself until the volumes and revenue picked up, then expand his market and team.  “So with endless research, Q&A, observations and some key purchases, over the next few years.  I assembled my home studio and developed my business model.” . As the business slowly materialized, his skills, objectives, and his mission had time to take shape and be defined… RR is dedicated to providing Positive Music and Family Entertainment thru HIP-HOP, R&B, POP, and Christian Music as well as educating and Mentoring the Youth. Also visit www.myspace.com/reidrecords.     

Q. What does "TRM" stand for?    A. "THE RENAISSANCE MAN"

It comes from Italy during the 14th century, also known as "The Renaissance Period". 

The Renaissance (ren' e sans'') n. 1. A rebirth, revival a. The humanistic revival of classical art, literature, and learning that originated in Italy in the 14th century.  2. Pertaining to characteristics of artistic and intellectual works and styles.

I've been reborn through Jesus Christ and shown the path that I must walk. And God willing, I will bring forth my talents, knowledge, artistry, and good works for the world to see and believe. I'm a Renaissance Man. As there has been others before me.
 

OTHER RENAISSANCE MEN:

LEoNardo Da vinci- (1452-1519)  a scientist, inventor, and artist. He wrote from right to left and was left handed.

Michelangelo- (1475-1564)  a sculptor, painter, architect, and poet.