A B O U T

Mars & Other Planets is a rock project founded in New Orleans in 2023 by singer-songwriter Marissa Douglas. In 2024, the band released a self-titled indie folk album, which was selected for New Orleans Public Library's Crescent City Sounds collection. Later that year, they transitioned to a heavier sound with hard rock hit Dark Signs and grunge EP On Power.In February 2026, the band released Dialectics, an "eclectic" progressive rock and power pop album "with musical theatre undertones" (Gambit; Antigravity Magazine). The album was featured in nola.com's Best of New Orleans that month.Fans and critics have highlighted Mars & Other Planets' bold experimentation with elements of grunge, jazz, folk, prog rock, doom metal, and other styles of music. Their melodic songs captivate listeners and audiences with clever storytelling and intentional shifts in timing, key, and mood.In Summer 2026, Marissa relaunched the project in New York City. Local shows coming soon.

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