QCR features the songwriting of Marlon Hurt, which Divide and Conquer says is “like the gospel of real life sh*t.” Marlon is originally from Atlanta, Georgia, now living in Queens, NYC, and his songwriting mirrors this meeting of worlds: blues riffs mix with pop hooks; sugary lyrics blend with meatier poetry. Together with Shakar, Josh, Hope, Katie, Marcel, Max, and Luke, the band delivers soulful, rhythm-infused Americana designed to make bodies get up and move. QCR’s playful take on established styles has led some critics to declare them one of the best emerging bands (Indie Spoonful; Please Pass the Indie).

QCR is a NYC Public Realm Programming Partner and works closely with writer, artist, and producer Jesse Maxwell.