Biography

The material on “Just Above The Waterline” span the last twenty years of Mark's life, though the production and lyrical substance are nothing short of fresh. A collection of musings on the human experience, the album is a homecoming for Mark, threading together all of the seasons of his life. Equal parts inquisitive and wise, the new release proves that even veteran artists still bear the same curiosity as their newly blooming counterparts. Earnest yet refined, “Just Above The Waterline” is a mature followup to Mark's previous projects, though the material is wholly relatable. In true “songwriter's songwriter” fashion, Mark has managed to tap into universal sentiments and create a mirror in which listeners can see themselves in his work. At its core, “Just Above the Waterline” is the story of an artist that never quite feels finished, and proves that the term “work in progress” is a badge one should wear proudly - especially when it leads to musical triumphs like this.