Singer/songwriter/multi-instrumentalist Sufjan Stevens started his venture in the music world as a member of Marzuki, a folk-rock band based in Holland, MI. Following the release of two full-length albums with the group, Stevens decided to go solo in late 1999, investing fully on a career waiting to shine by itself. During the subsequent months, Stevens moved to New York City, where he continued dedicating himself full-time to his solo creations.
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