I hope 2026 is treating you well. Thank you for continuing to support Mocha Man Music. Here are a few updates on what our artists have been working on. Brandon J. Marks Performs Live on Great Day Houston R&B singer-songwriter Brandon J. Marks shares his musical journey, creative influences, and performs his song "PLJ (Peace, Love, Joy)." Also, listen to his interview on 95.3 Jamz on The Daily Dosage with Dee Moniquee. DJ Alkemy Will Spin at the Art Lover Champagne Mingle at The Gite Gallery...
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Genesis X Skorpio Concept When I drove the GV80 two years ago, I was impressed by its design, comfort, and refinement. But Genesis just showed me they have a completely different side. They unveiled the X Skorpio Concept in the middle of the Rub’ al Khali desert in the UAE, also known as the Empty Quarter, and it’s the polar opposite of the GV80 I know and love. Read Article Genesis G90 Wingback Concept I grew up in the 70s and 80s when station wagons were the ultimate family hauler. They...
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Brandon J. Marks Is Building a Career on Sound, Story, and Intention Brandon J. Marks is a producer, songwriter, and genre-bending artist who approaches music as a language rather than a product. His work centers on narrative and restraint, built for durability rather than trend cycles. “At my core, I am a storyteller, and every song begins with what the heart is feeling in real time,” he said. “I let the sound lead me, then I allow the lyrics to form as an honest response to that emotion....
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Destiny’s Child by Candlelight The Candlelight concert at the Bell Tower offered a version of Destiny’s Child and Beyoncé’s music that felt more intimate than what most listeners are used to hearing. The room was filled with devoted fans who sang along gently, almost instinctively, as if the lyrics were part of their own personal history. Watching that happen deepened my own appreciation for the songs. Read Article Beauty and the Beast: The Musical Sitting in the Hobby Center watching this...
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As the year winds down, I wanted to personally thank you for reading Mocha Man Style and rocking with me throughout 2025. Your support, replies, shares, and thoughtful messages keep this platform alive and meaningful. If something I wrote this year made you think, smile, or see things a little differently, I’d love to hear from you. Hit reply and tell me what resonated, or what you’d like to see more of next year. I read every message. I’m taking a short break to slow down and enjoy the...
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What Do Dads Want for Christmas? Dads can be hard to shop for because many of them already have what they want or need. You’re probably asking yourself, “What can I get my dad for Christmas?” We’re here to help! Each year, the Mocha Man Style team compiles our Annual Holiday Gift Guide. This year’s guide features a great selection of dad gifts in fashion, grooming, technology, food and drink, and entertainment. Read Article Talent for Events Do you need talent for an upcoming event? These...
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"Warm" is a New Classic Brandon J. Marks returns with a new single titled Warm. Produced by Nathan Joseph, the song features Kathy Burrell, a Grammy nominated Stellar, and Dove Award-winning artist. The song holds intimacy, devotion, and the calm of being fully present with someone you care about. Read Article Upcoming Events Connect with like-minded individuals, network, build community, and discover new African artists. Friday, December 5th, 6pm - 9pm at The Gite Gallery RSVP Follow Mocha...
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Thanksgiving Songs That Will Be Holiday Classics Unlike Christmas, Thanksgiving doesn’t have a soundtrack. Can you name one Thanksgiving song? Just one? No? That’s what I thought. No jingles playing in stores, no carolers singing about turkeys or gratitude—just the occasional sound of football commentators in the background. With the help of AI, I’ve taken matters into my own hands to fill this gap. I’ve composed three brand-new Thanksgiving songs that I firmly believe have the potential to...
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Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis Wynton Marsalis and the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra delivered a brilliant concert that reminded us that jazz continues to evolve while staying firmly rooted in culture and tradition. Read Article “For Choirboys, Church Queens, and Those Whose Sundays Stopped Too Soon” at Project Row Houses Harrison Guy’s “For Choirboys, Church Queens, and Those Whose Sundays Stopped Too Soon” is a standout installation that confronts truths that the...
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