Marcus Alan Ward

Local guitarist, producer and self-proclaimed “electro soul pioneer,” Marcus Alan Ward has maintained that he’s on a musical quest to impress himself. So far, so good. The talented musician's work has been featured in publications including The Fader, Pitchfork, Pigeons & Planes and Spin. After taking a hiatus from live performances during the pandemic, Ward performs tonight at 8 at Crobar in a special performance coinciding with the release of his new album, Cruiserweight, an electric guitar-driven jazz effort that differs sonically from his previous work. It'll mark his first headlining gig in four years. Nathan-Paul, Corey Grand, Broken Keys, Sted Lee and Colie Rich will join Ward. Check the club's website for ticket prices and more info.