Mark Rogers
Genres: Americana, Indie, Folk, Rock
Influences: Hank, Dylan, Beatles, Byrds, Burritos, Beach Boys, Neil Young, Antonio Carlos Jobim, Charlie Byrd, Marvin Gaye, Elvis Costello, George Jones, Squeeze, Marshall Crenshaw, Townes Van Sandt, Jackson Browne, Son Volt, Wilco, Real Estate, War on Drugs.
Website: https://markrogerssongs.com
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Bio
Mark Rogers springs from the well of American west coast literary songwriters. Although generally “pop” in nature, his songs are presented with lyrical depth and melody that flourish with touches of folk-rock jangle, cosmic americana, and even latin/Bossa rhythms. His latest LP “Rhythm of the Roads” debuted at #19 on the EuroAmericana chart in November, 2021 with wonderful reviews worldwide.
“Rogers, who sounds a bit like Marshall Crenshaw and shares some of his musical sensibilities, delivers 10 self-penned numbers that range from the Latin-flavored “Waiting for Maria” and the catchy “Every Once in a While” to the contemplative “Strange Anticipation,” which seems like something Paul Simon might have written.” -- Americana Highways, October, 2021
“Rippling with luscious SoCal soft rock surfaces, enticing rhythms, and the sumptuous vocals of Mark Rogers, 'Rhythm of the Roads' is excellent.” -- Rawckus Magazine, October, 2021
Blue Sky Falling (Live) - Out of the Box at the Sandler Center 2019
Discography
Qualifiers
Qualifiers is Mark's 2nd EP. Like his first, Rearranged, Mark worked with Larry Berwald (guitars), Dave Hufstedler (bass) and Jamie Lewis (keyboards) but added Andrew Payne on drums and Ryan Gaujot on Mandolin. The EP was recorded and mastered by Rob Ulsh, Master Sound Studios, Virginia Beach, VA.
Rearranged
Rearranged is Mark Rogers' debut recording and his return to music after a lengthy hiatus. The six-song EP features Larry Berwald (guitars), Dave Hufstedler (bass), Jamie Lewis (keyboards), Powell Randolph (drums), and Tommy Detamore (pedal steel). The EP was recorded and mastered by Rob Ulsh, Master Sound Studios, Virginia Beach, VA.