Young Stars Week: Markell Clay - With silky vocals and undeniable stage presence, Markell Clay's got next and that starts tonight when he comes through 106 & Park for Young Stars Week at 6P/5C!(Photo: Courtesy of I.M. Music)
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V-A All Day - Like R&B superstars Chris Brown and Trey Songz, Markell Clay hails from Virginia. During his preteen years he relocated to Atlanta to take advantage of the music opportunities there.(Photo: Courtesy of I.M. Music)
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The Next? - After developing a strong indie following, Markell Clay has been compared to one of the greatest R&B/pop stars of this time, none other than Usher. If he stays on the path he's on we're sure that he'll be a worldwide superstar like Usher soon enough.(Photo: Courtesy of I.M. Music)
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Influenced - Although Markell is young, he has been influenced by Michael Jackson, Sam Cooke, Jackie Wilson, Marvin Gaye and more that came way before his time.(Photo: Courtesy of I.M. Music)
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Get Familiar - Don't miss Markell Clay tonight on 106!(Photo: Courtesy of I.M. Music)
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