MARK WARD hails from Anacortes, Alaska and his music is some great power pop music, with some rock added, and American roots music that will have you rockin' from the very first note.
The musicians who played on this album are: Mark Ward- Lead Vocals, various instruments; Lindsay Paine-Guitar; Chad Reynvaan-Synthesizer; James Glaves-Piano, Rhoades, Mellotron; Dylan Mandel-Drums, percussion; Laurence Blakely-Backup Vocals and The Hope Choir-Jenny Baker, Laurence Blakely, Laura Chartier, Becky Chase, Tim Monaghan, Steven Padrick, Kurt Riemann, MJ Reimann and Chad Reynvann.
This 15 song album was Recorded, Produced and Mixed by Mark Ward and Mastered by Justin Perkins. I'VE BEEN AROUND kicks off this album which reminds me of The Rembrandts with their flashy guitar vibes and great melody. You'll be hooked on this sound very fast. I love it.
LOVE ME ONCE AGAIN has a dose of The Beatles touch to it as the vocals are spot on with sweet harmonies. This song is a must to hear. GIRL LIKE YOU takes a different turn as it has a bit of a funky like taste as it turns into a sweet pop song on the chorus. Check it out.
I'M READY is a super laid back song as the melody and guitar highlight the song. I must admit, the change is quite great to hear. So sweet. ZIP IT UP once again takes a sweet turn with a country type favor as the melody and lyrics flow along perfectly. I love it.
LITTLE FRAMES once again has a superb laid back feel. Close your eyes and just flow away to la la land in this song. What a cool song.THE RIVER is a fast driven song that will have you rockin' out with its fast country beat .The melody and lyrics will, definitely, have you singing along. WOW!
Is all I can say. HOPE brings this amazing album to an end. This album is totally flawless from beginning to end. This album would make a great present to someone. I'd like to THANK MARK for being in touch. You can find him at: Bandcamp, Deezer, Spotify, Apple Music, You tube Music and other sites. ROCK ON, JIM ALLFORD [STEEL NOTES MAGAZINE.]
