Great news for North Bay’s Cory Marquardt, who is now known as Cory Marks.

He has signed a multi-album record and publishing deal with New York-based label Eleven Seven Music.

The label is headed by legendary music mogul Allen Kovac.

Notable acts that Eleven Seven works with include Mötley Crüe, Five Finger Death Punch, and Papa Roach.

In release, officials say Marks has been writing and recording with renowned Las Vegas-based rock producer Kevin Churko (Ozzy Osbourne, Five Finger Death Punch, Disturbed) over the past two years to create a unique brand of amped-up country music.

“To be the flagship country artist on such a successful label is exciting for me. I’m honored to be working with such a great team from Churko to the whole Eleven Seven team”, says Marks.

“Cory Marks is an incredible talent who has made an amazing album,” commented Steve Kline, CEO of Eleven Seven Label Group. “As part of our global expansion into new territories and musical genres, we are excited to launch Eleven Seven Nashville and proud to have Cory as our premier signing.”

New music is slated for release world-wide on Eleven Seven Records later this year.

On the web: www.corymarks.com