Marcus Johnson has jettisoned his career as a fledgling music mogul and made a name for himself at the hottest jazz festivals and events throughout the world.Determined that success is his for the taking, Johnson has managed to simultaneously work as a savvy businessman and emerge as a major contender in the jazz market, releasing eight phenomenal albums. He describes his music as “instrumental R&B with a DC bounce” and maintains that the hallmark of his music is “the neck factor,” a term he coined to explain the involuntary neck movement that results from listening to his music. In addition, Marcus is a morning host on the popular Smooth Jazz 105.9 radio station, where he connects with listeners all over the Washington D.C. metropolitan area; he is also featured on the “Idol Chatter” segment on Fox 5 News to comment on the “American Idol” show. Showtimes are 9 p.m. and 10:30 p.m., Friday and Saturday, Feb. 8-9. The cover is $20.00. When you purchase your ticket above, your reservation is automatic. Seating is limited; refunds due to emergencies and inclement weather only. The journey to success began almost a decade ago when Johnson was pursuing both his MBA and Juris Doctorate degrees at Georgetown University. Fresh out of Howard University, Johnson had big dreams of releasing his own debut contemporary jazz album, Lessons in Love, an enigmatic masterpiece showcasing his flair for the piano. In 1995, armed with both the moral and financial support of his doting older sister, he was able to release Lessons in Love, launching his career as a contemporary jazz artist and creating his own label, Marimelj Entertainment Group, LLC, known today as Three Keys Music.For information or reservations, call 919-832-8685. Friday 9 p.m. 22.09 Friday 10:30 p.m. 22.09 Saturday 9 p.m. 22.09 Saturday 10:30 p.m. 22.09