Mars was Born' n East Cleveland, Ohio. At the age of 10 Mars Gator moved along with his brothers and mother to E-Town. A poor Suburb of Cleveland called the "Back Woods"....Because of Domestic violence and poverty Mars Gator, his Mother and brothers would stay with family members between the two cities. Growing up music was always a big part of his life. He grew up Listening to Ohio Artists such as ...The Isley Bros, Ojays, Anita Baker, and the O.H.I.O. Players just to name a few. Then Hip-Hop came into play.....His early influences were Slick Rick, Run D.M.C., KRS One, Public Enemy and The Ghetto Boys to name just a few. Now Mars is ready to make his mark on the world . Not just in music but in history. Taking a path least traveled by blending hip-hop, education and entertainment like no other. Mars Proudly Represents the Midwest, a region known as "Mid Dub", and all other voices unheard. Mars Gator Accomplishments include his 1st Album “For Doubters” 15 Songs Co-Produced by "Juneteenth and Mars Gator" under Mogul Music & Mind Control Entertainment. In Early 2003 Mars landed the Starring role in an independent movie entitled “Safe Sex” In 2003, Mars was Chosen by the "American Music Search" in Chicago, Illinois . Mars is working on his highly anticipated sophomore album "LIVE FROM THE MIDDLE" being Co-Produced by Dangerzone Productions and Mars Gator. Mars is currently performing at clubs, colleges and various venues around the S.F./ Oakland Bay area.