Born in Fresno, California, producer and keyboardist Markis Precise took to time-honored traditions of crate-digging to create the sample-based soundscapes that contributed to Central California’s independent hip-hop scene. His production later evolved to incorporate his lifelong training as a keyboardist, expanding the boundaries of chopped boom bap with the melodic elements unique to live instrumentation. His 2012 release Impressions illustrated this concept with his own interpretations of the legendary producers that inspired him. Markis spent 2015 true to his collaborative ethos by releasing his first full-length album The Feeling Of Flying, which features songs with Brother Ali, Fashawn, Elzhi, Oddisee, Zion I, The Grouch, Eligh, Ras Kass, Gift Of Gab, Strong Arm Steady, Sol, and Chuuwee. In its first week of release, The Feeling Of Flying became the number one added hip-hop album on the national CMJ radio charts, with various tracks receiving steady airplay on both commercial and non-commercial radio stations, as well as positive reviews on publications and media outlets.⁣ In 2020, Markis Precise released a new full-length album No Wings Without Scars which features collaborations with Talib Kweli, Conway the Machine, Murs, Brother Ali, Locksmith, Fashawn, Ill Camille, The Grouch, Eligh, Reuben Vincent, Stro, and Jon Keith. He followed up in 2021 with a collection of new singles with Mick Jenkins, Caleborate, and Jalen Santoy.