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About Olivia Jean Markel
Olivia Jean Markel has an average build. She is an American singer, songwriter, and musician from St. Clair Shores, Michigan. In 2009, she signed with Third Man Records and formed the all-female gothic rock band the Black Belles, serving as lead vocalist and guitarist. After the band disbanded in 2012, she launched a solo career and has released three studio albums.
Beyond her solo work, Olivia works as a session musician, collaborating with artists like Karen Elson, Wanda Jackson, and her husband Jack White. Her music career spans over a decade, and she continues to be active in the industry.
- BirthplaceSt. Clair Shores, Michigan, United States
- EthnicityCaucasian
- Instagram Followers50k (as of May 2026)
Frequently asked
What band was Olivia Jean Markel in before her solo career?
She was the lead vocalist and guitarist for the all-female gothic rock band the Black Belles, which she formed after signing with Third Man Records in 2009.
Which artists has she collaborated with as a session musician?
She has worked with Karen Elson, Wanda Jackson, and her husband Jack White.
Did you know
- She formed the all-female gothic rock band the Black Belles and was their lead vocalist and guitarist.
- She has released three studio albums as a solo artist since the band disbanded in 2012.
- Her husband is Jack White, with whom she has collaborated musically.
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