Name: Paul Marcellus Nicks
Born: Milwaukee, Wisconsin
From: St. Louis, Missouri
Poet, Singer/Songwriter, Lyricist, Producer
Bio: Paul Marcellus Nicks (born March 4, 1985) Known as Paul Marcellus, is an Spoken Word Poet, Hip Hop, R&B recording artist from Saint Louis, Missouri. Great nephew of Billy "Stix" Nicks who in 1955 formed "The Rhythm Rockers"and in the 60's & 70's toured with Junior Walker & "The All-Stars"; also consistent Motown hit makers! His father Michael Nicks Sr. is also a musician. (Paul Marcellus) Originally a poet who went under the name "Apostle Paul" later in his teens changed his name to "85" and produced and wrote songs as a member of Bound By Blood Ent. After his departure he continued to write and sing background vocals for local artists around town. Paul has studied in Music Theory, Audio Engineering and has also majored in communications with an emphasis in Marketing and Sales. His spoken word and style of music encompasses tough, captivating, emotional lyrics garnered to capture the audience while motivating and influencing the people to live out there visions; while his style blends Contemporary R&B, HIP HOP, Soul, Alternative, Funk, Blues, Jazz, with some Gospel Influences.
