Mark is the creative and driving force behind the UpTown Party Band.   A music industry veteran of over 25 years, Mark began his Journey in Music by singing and playing piano in church as a young boy.  Even at this young age, Mark knew that music was what he wanted to do with his life. After high school, Mark toured and recorded through the 80’s as the lead vocalist of a popular local rock band. In 1988, Mark moved to Nashville to be closer to the music industry.

 

During his time in Tennessee, Mark not only developed a greater appreciation for Country Music, but also began his foray into music recording and production. This interest in production was refined through collaboration with legendary music industry professionals.

After interning at several large recording studios, Mark began to experiment with music production on his own. In the early nineties, Mark returned to his hometown of Charlotte, continuing to polish his songwriting and musicianship, opening his own recording studio, Audio Works Sound, and ultimately creating The UpTown Party Band.