The Hitmaker (aka Nicholas Markos), has been called “a hipper underground version of David Gray” by Chicago Sun-Times and "almost bewilderingly eclectic" by Greg Kot of NPR's Sound Opinions. Writing the score for several independent films and doing remixes with Styx, Journey, and REO Speedwagon as The Hitmaker; he's a subtle wizard of Pop music. Nicolas is a slave to no genre performing as an opening act for Bob Dylan, Melissa Etheridge, and the Violent Femmes while writing for artists like Taylor Mills of the Brian Wilson's band.
From Pop-Rock to Ambient and Electronic music, The Hitmaker (aka Nicholas Markos) deftly shapes musical colors to suit his songs. Operating in a variety of genres (under a various of pseudonyms), Markos consistently delivers music with real soul and emotion. His live-performance credits include opening sets for Bob Dylan, Melissa Etheridge, The Violent Femmes, Todd Rundgren, Roger McGuinn, Squeeze, and many others. His recorded works are brought to life with guest appearances by some friends: Todd Sucherman (Brian Wilson, Styx), Mike Zelenko (Material Issue), Howie Kantoff (Poster Children), Eddie Carlson (Poi Dog Pondering), and Mark Schwarz (David Singer & the Sweet Science).
In addition to producing and performing with other artists, while making music for numerous TV and radio commercials, Markos has composed music and provided songs for several independent films, including the documentaries Trashed (Oxi Productions) and Vincent: A Life in Color (Zweeble Films).
Bittersweet song about romantic regret over a pulsing synthpop bed, with soaring guitar. Great for romantic drama or any piece that needs an uplifting guitar coda. Male Vocals, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
U2-style guitar-driven groove conveying determination and hope, great for film or commercials that want to lift a scene without making it too busy or fast. Male Vocals, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
Moody, electronic ambient piece that moves from contemplative piano figure to more mysterious synth feel with pulsing, percolating undertones, perfect for dramatic or suspenseful work. Instrumental, Lounge, Chillout
Rock song in the vein of U2's "One" and Oasis about triumph over heartbreak. Great for dramatic piece, and the instrumental coda will work for any sequence that needs a triumphant lift. Male Vocals, Rock, Pop Rock
U2-style song of triumph, built on delay-pattern electric guitar and driving tom-tom and drum beats, great for drama, action, sports. Male Vocals, Rock, Pop Rock
Acoustic & voice song about acceptance of the past and redemption for the future, in the vein of Counting Crows or Oasis, perfect for indie film or romantic drama. Male Vocals, Rock, Folk Rock
Groovy Marvin-Gaye style song about coming together to make a change in the world, perfect for dramas, and also for any piece that needs a mellow groove. Mixed Vocals, RnB, Soul
Fun pop song with a retro 60's feel (like the La's or the Kooks) about two people fitting in a twin bed; perfect for indie film or romantic comedy. Mixed Vocals, Rock, Pop Rock
If Hall & Oates and Van Halen cooked up a delicious dessert with The Raspberries on top, it would be "On the Radio." A sweet little love song that gets right to the hook, with catchy guitar riffing and a cool drum break. Male Vocals, Rock, 80s Rock
Gentle acoustic guitar and voice song about missing someone, perfect for a mood like The Replacements' "Skyway," Coldplay's "See You Soon," or Nick Drake's "Pink Moon." Mixed Vocals, Singer/Songwriter, Folk Singer-Songwriter
Groovy, slightly psychedelic song with a Lenny Kravitz vibe, good for a romantic film or a commercial that needs a hypnotic hook. Mixed Vocals, Rock, Melodic Rock
Pretty, slow-pulsing epic synthpop track in the vein of Peter Gabriel, the Blue Nile, and Ultravox, perfect for romantic drama, a contemplative scene, or a commercial with a big cinematic feel. Male Vocals, Indie Rock, Dream Pop
Suspenseful, driving piece with strummed electric guitar and building, intense tribal drums, great for a dramatic or action sequence, or a commercial that needs a darker undertone. Male Vocals, Indie Rock, Dream Pop
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