Nick Marks

In the artist’s words: Describe one of your earliest musical memories in detail. At 5 years of age, I heard John Williams' score on Star Wars for the first time. I was mesmerized by the theme, the orchestra, the connection to the narrative. I learnt the power of story-telling with music and wanted to become a composer and pianist What are your top 3 all-time favorite albums on Apple Music, and why? Why did you choose these three albums in particular? Fatboy Slim, You've Come a Long Way Baby Herbie Hancock, Mr. Hands Roma Sinfonietta, Yo-Yo Ma, Yo-Yo Ma Plays Ennio Morricone These albums represent different elements that represent the best in music: through-composed story telling, memorable themes, ensemble interaction, improvised solos, groove, deep pocket, incredible performers, samples used with acoustic instruments. Find a song of yours on Apple Music that you love and tell us what makes it special. Tell us why you chose this song. “Ride the Dragon” My debut single. A through-composed sonic narrative traversing jazz, electronica and lo-fi inspired beats with a cinematic edge. Recorded in New York and Budapest with a 21 piece live orchestra. What’s one of the most memorable moments in your career so far? When my first film score was recorded with an orchestra, and screened in cinemas internationally. Is there anything left on your bucket list as an artist or band? To collaborate with my heroes. Make more records. Score more films. Win a Grammy.