marlowe grey

Bio

Brooklyn-based Marlowe Grey was formed by musicians AJ Pietro and Michael Koslow, with the goal of creating soundscapes that sit on top of AJ’s simple, yet emotionally charged songwriting. The current ensemble of AJ (vocals, guitar), Angel Lozada (percussion), Ricky Wells (bass) and Paula Croxson (flute) create vibrant arrangements of sound, layering over a heartfelt foundation with sensitive craftmanship and the subtle tones of the flute. This original combination builds upon strong material while exploring new ways of expression. This kind of Grey has never looked so vivid and rich in color!

Drawing influences from Nirvana, Roger Waters, David Gilmour, John Lennon, and Radiohead – just to name a few – Marlowe Grey infuse their music with lush musical layers, building a complicated texture through organic rehearsals, then coloring the sound, stripping and adding through a meticulous process.

Their EP, Midnight in Brooklyn, was released in December 2015 on Roi Boy, an independent label, and the band played shows in venues across New York and New Jersey, including opening for the Gin Blossoms at the Wellmont Theater in 2017. After a hiatus, Marlowe Grey are now back recording and playing shows again, most recently at The Knitting Factory at Baker Falls in September 2023.

Press for Midnight in Brooklyn EP

Yes, this is romantic, attentive and nostalgic.

-Neil Mach, Raw Ramp

With a complex subtlety reminiscent of the likes of Radiohead and Wilco, Marlowe Grey’s latest track is a dynamic listening experience — both musically and lyrically.

-Chuck Armstrong, Diffuser