Marco Polo - The Many Moods of Marco Polo Vol. 1

Description

These compositions came out of the same era Marco Polo was working alongside DJ Premier on Nas' Light Years. That session energy carried over. Cinematic loops, dusty textures, melodic ideas built for heavyweight lyricism. What started as material from that period became its own project.

Not a beat tape. These are full compositions and drumless arrangements covering a wide range of moods: soulful piano loops, dark orchestral pieces, analog synth textures, and stripped-back melodic ideas built with MCs in mind.

Ready for producers to chop and flip, or for direct sync placement in film and TV.

Features 11 full compositions delivered in Key & BPM Labeled 24-Bit WAV Files with optional stems

Credits:

Composed, Written & Mixed by Marco Polo
Mastered by Emanuele "Mocce" Mocchetti
Horns on "Go Easy" by Gil "XL" Defay
Label: Franks Drum Set Inc.

Marco Polo's original compositions were sampled by DJ Premier for four tracks on Nas' Light-Years (2025): "My Life Is Real," "Writers," "Sons (Young Kings)," and "My Story Your Story" ft. AZ.

The Many Moods of Marco Polo Vol. 1: Compositions

Compositions
Compositions and Stems

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Producer Use Guidelines

Thanks for picking up The Many Moods of Marco Polo (Vol. 1). This project is meant to be sampled, flipped, and turned into music — but there are a few important things to know so everything stays clean and stress-free.

Independent Releases (Most Users)

If you’re an independent artist or producer releasing music on DSPs such as Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube, or SoundCloud:

• You must contact us before releasing any song using these samples

• Publishing splits and registration will be handled together

• The process is straightforward and artist-friendly

Contact before release: michelle@shellybay.com

Major Label / Major Independent Placements

If your song is released through a major label (UMG, Sony, Warner) or a top-tier independent label or distributor (BMG, Concord, Beggars Group, Roc Nation):

• A publishing percentage will be assigned to Marco Bruno (SESAC)/Spaghetti Bender Music LLC (ASCAP) to be determined within the context of the New Composition.

• An upfront master fee and/or percentage of the master may be required (to be determined within the context of the New Recording).

• Proper credits will be required (for example, Samples “Title” by Marco Bruno, written by Marco Bruno (SOCAN) and published by Spaghetti Bender Music (ASCAP)).

• Contact is required prior to release to confirm details and registration – contact michelle@shellybay.com

Important Notice

Releasing music using these samples without contacting us first may result in copyright issues or takedown notices from DSPs. Please make sure to reach out before release to avoid any complications.

The Goal

The goal is simple: dope music, proper credit, clean paperwork. We’re easy to work with, responsive, and committed to making the clearance process smooth.