Marc Marcel is a Grammy nominated artist. His performances draw deeply from his personal experiences, such as his near-death plane incident when the engine exploded and being arrested for trespassing at the Mayan ruins during the 2012 Winter Solstice. These life-altering events offer Marc a unique perspective that he shares through metaphysical poetry and engaging lectures. Blending humor and human connection, Marc captivates his audience by weaving profound reflections with relatable moments, with an ability to transform personal stories into universal insights. In 2026, he was nominated for a Grammy in spoken word poetry for his album, Black Shaman.
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Marc Marcel is a Grammy nominated artist, and has earned a reputation as one of the most consciously aware spoken word artists of our generation. Born in Baltimore, MD, and diagnosed with dyslexia at 10, Marcel defied the odds, traveling the world to captivate audiences with his unique blend of spoken word and metaphysical insight. In 2026, Marcel was nominated for a Grammy in spoken word poetry, for his album Black Shaman.
A prominent figure in the psychedelic community, Marcel’s experiences have profoundly influenced his philosophy and creative work. His book, The Book That Doesn’t Even Matter, explores the meaning of life, and he is also the creator and animator of Gurus ((link hidden)), a satirical series featuring history’s greatest philosophers.
Marcel’s career spans 150 U.S. cities and eight countries, having published five books, produced 20 spoken word albums, and performed at over 50 prestigious universities, including Harvard and Yale. He has made five national TV appearances, entertained U.S. troops in Qatar, and performed at the Smithsonian's 2009 Presidential Inaugural Peace Ball for President Obama.
His life has been marked by extraordinary experiences, including being jailed on Christmas in Mexico for trespassing at the Tulum Mayan Ruins during the 2012 winter solstice and surviving a near-death experience when a commercial airliner engine exploded. These moments are intricately woven into his work.
Marcel’s journey exemplifies the power of positive thought, as he has transcended the challenges of his learning disability to emerge as one of today’s most influential thinkers and artists.
Spoken Word Artist
