ABOUT

A talent unlike any other, Lynford ‘Marisko’ McIntosh is a male vocalist, songwriter, and producer specializing in multiple genres of music. Known to be a very energetic performer, Marisko has delivered phenomenal performances at major Events and has shared stages with the likes of Shirley Ceasar, Tramaine Hawkins, Kirk Franklin, Ron Kenoly, Mary Mary, among other revered ministers of the Gospel. 

Marisko has also shared stages with countless Secular Artistes and Performers both Locally in Jamaica where he is currently a Resident and Internationally.

Marisko plays the Piano, Guitar, and Drums and has practiced the Trumpet and other wind instruments in the past. Marisko reads music charts and independently writes all of his songs, gracing them with spellbinding instruments on his albums, singles, and stage performances.

The artist has the honor of being featured in Cedric Bailey ABC Network's Rejoice and the Buzz Caribbean Magazine for the release of his 2015 Gospel Project, ‘Time of Decision’. He has also been featured on all major media, radio and TV channels in Jamaica, including The Jamaica Gleaner, Jamaica Observer, The Star, Western Mirror, and other media outlets in his past since his career.

Since his first professional stage performance in 1997 as a Hotel Resident Band Performer, Marisko has continued to amaze. He has performed Cabaret Shows in hotels and corporate events and holds over ten years of experience as a Cruise Ship Entertainer.

Visit www.mariskomusic.com for all things MariskoBuy the Artist’s music and merch, download his new music and photos, watch videos and become a part of the Marisko fan club.

For Interviews, reviews, collaborations, bookings, and management, reach out through the following:

mariskomusic@gmail.com

www.mariskomusic.com

MARISKO RELEASES

2002 Release and tour of the Gospel Album: ‘In a matter of time’.

2004 Gospel Single Release: ‘Burn’ and ‘Born as a winner’.

2007 Reggae Gospel Single Release: ‘So vex’

2007 Release of the Gospel Album: ‘Controversies’

2008 Jamaica Festival Song Competition Release: ‘Country Life’

2008 Reggae Single Release: ‘Baby please’ / Love and affection Rhythm

2008 Album Release: ‘Songs I Love to Sing’

2009 Reggae Single Release: ‘Would You?’ / River Walk Rhythm

2009 Album Release: ‘Reggae soul & Gospel’.

2011 Reggae Single Release: ‘Til The Day I Die’

2012 Reggae Album Release: ‘Reggae Soul’.

2014 Album Release: ‘Tribute’ (Prince, Michael Jackson , Terrence Trent Darby)

2015 Gospel Album Release: ‘Time of Decision’

2021 Reggae Gospel Single Release: Hold me Now (Kirk Franklin cover)

2024 MARISKO 24 Gospel Album

MARISKO AWARDS

1996: JCDC Festival of Arts (Gold Award) for Vocal Gospel.

1997: JCDC Festival of Arts (Bronze Award) for Patriotic Song.

1997: JCDC Certificate of Merit for Songs from Musical Shows.

1997: JCDC Certificate of Participation for Vocal Gospel.

1998: God-Fest Production Gospel Festival Gold Award for Best Male Vocal and best Original Song.

2003: Jamaica Federation of Musicians Cornwall Awards for best male vocalist

2008: JCDC Festival Song Competition- Second Place Winner, Most Consistent and Outstanding Performer and Best Video

MARISKO MEDIA INTERVIEWS (2002-2007)

Michael London and Lisa Hanna TVJ Smile Jamaica

Cedric Bailey ABC Network’s Rejoice

Marlene Stephenson Hot 102 FM

Allan Lewis Love 101 FM

Tony Young and Michael Anthony Cuff KLAS fm

MARISKO MEDIA INTERVIEWS (2008-2010)

KLAS FM: Tony Young

POWER 106 FM: Michael Anthony Cuff

CVM TV: CVM at Sunrise

ZIP FM: Blade

IRIE FM: Kishema Francis (Music News)

LINKS FM: Carla

Reggae Trail TV: Susie Q