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Carolyn Mark
Country / Folk / Roots Music

"Carolyn Mark "

Victoria BC,
Canada

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Member Since5/19/2006
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****Carolyn performing Live at The Mint Records X-mas party in Victoria December 1st 2006 at The Lucky Bar - A new unreleased song titled "Destination:You" ****

Record LabelMint Records
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Due to Carolyn's busy tour schedule This myspace page is currently handled by Carolyn Mark's Record Label - Mint Records. Thanks for listening! If you wish to send Carolyn a message please do so through the Mint Records Website www.mintrecs.com

Some things are just meant to be. Birds are born to fly, politicians were born to lie, big fat guys with giant beards were born to ride their machines without getting hassled by the man, and Carolyn Mark was born to make music.

Ever since first taking to the stage as Templeton the rat in her elementary school's musical version of Charlotte's Web, show business has been the main driving force in Carolyn's life. After coming to the obvious conclusion that musicians were much more fun to hang around with than actors, in the early 90's Carolyn formed her first band... all-girl surfy twang popsters, The Vinaigrettes. This was the beginning of a love affair with music, musicians and the road that, even after 15+ years of crazy hard work, still puts the nitro in her funny car.

After The Vinaigrettes, Carolyn did brief stints in such bands as The Metronome Cowboys and The Fixin's before, in 2000, making her Mint Records debut with her first solo album, Party Girl. Since then, and with the help of a revolving cast of Can-Country super stars including, but not limited to, Tolan McNeil, Garth Johnson, Ford Pier, Nathan Tinkham, Corb Lund, NQ Arbuckle, Luke Doucet, Amy Honey, Greg MacDonald, Neko Case and Carey Mercer, she has released four more highly acclaimed albums. As well, she has also travelled thousands of miles entertaining crowds of 4 to 4000... touring Canada, the United States, the UK, Norway and Italy. She has shared the stage with such talented musicians as Jenny Whitely, Hank & Lily, Luther Wright, Sarah Harmer, Kelly Hogan, Lederhosen Lucil, Geoff Berner, Joel Plaskett, The Handsome Family, Neil Hamburger, JT and The Clouds, The Shiftless Rounders, NQ Arbuckle, Wanda Jackson, The Waco Brothers, The Sadies and Blue Rodeo.

July 3, 2007 marks the release of Carolyn Mark's 6th Mint album, Nothing Is Free, described by Carolyn as her "woodsy, introspective album". Appropriately enough, Nothing Is Free was recorded by Myke Hall at Beaver Point Hall (between visits from the ladies drum circle and a teenage karate class!) on British Columbia's scenic Saltspring Island. Along for the ride this time were guitar and bass virtuoso Paul Pigat (Cousin Harley), guitar and mandolin heavyweight Paul Rigby (Neko Case), expert vocalist Emilie Rhone (Fishing Derby, Antler) and vivacious violinist and vocalist, Diona Davies (Po' Girl, Geoff Berner, ESL). Additional help was ably rendered by Allison Russell and Awna Teixeira of Po' Girl and the mythical Calvin Dick (Neckbeard).

Nothing Is Free is a woodsy and introspective album. The recording brings an immediacy to the music that conjures up a Sunday evening spent playing instruments and singing songs on the back porch of the cabin. You know, one of those days where everything seems all Emily Carr... and, although the city seems miles away for the moment, it still looms in the corner of your mind, nodding and smirking and saying, "you'll be back". Carolyn knows... not even a carefree getaway to the back woods is free, it comes with the price of eventually having to leave. Fortunately for the listener, her introspection finds many other things too, not the least of which is a (sometimes dark) sense of humour and a willingness to throw caution under the truck, have all the fun humanly possible. While some people are content to rearrange the deck chairs on the Titanic, Carolyn Mark would be pleasantly surprised to find an open bar, and would treat us all to one last rollicking sing-a-long before the icy waters closed over our heads.

­ Andrew Pearson

Due to Carolyn's busy tour schedule This myspace page is currently handled by Carolyn Mark's Record Label - Mint Records. Thanks for listening! If you wish to send Carolyn a message please do so through the Mint Records Website www.mintrecs.com


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Gavin





Sep 3 2007 1:51 PM

I really like the new record, but i was pulled over and ticketed while listening to it the first night i had it,so i partially blame you.
blacksheep





Aug 22 2007 10:34 AM

Can't wait to see you again onstage at our place! (Sept 29, blacksheep, Wakefield Quebec, Canada) bring your bathing suit, the water will still be fine!

~webmaster
Ride 'em Cowboy Band





Aug 11 2007 12:04 PM

Thanks for the add Carolyn
We try to see you everytime
you are in TO
You are an awesome entertainer
Janet
REC
Denise





Aug 9 2007 5:27 AM

Thanks for the add!
A very special hello to you also from Jim Koshul... He's my Father.
Take care!
D
Earthquake Bee





Aug 9 2007 3:31 AM

Thanks for the add... I saw you in Austin and you were AWESOME.
Lil' Lisa





Aug 7 2007 2:44 PM

Can't wait to see you tonight.
Lisa :-)
ogre studios





Jul 8 2007 9:02 AM

the songs sound amazing carolyn. great work
Awol Jackson





Jul 6 2007 3:54 PM

the new album is friggin great...can't wait for the next halifax show

thank you and take care,

aaron
Dracula, Lord of the Damned





Jul 6 2007 2:47 AM

I was distressed to hear you had been on Salt Spring and I'd missed the chance to come over and pester you.
If you need anyone to sing the MeatLoaf parts, let me know.
ox, trout
frank makak.





Jul 4 2007 9:07 PM

"Nothing Is Free" is my favorite album of the year so far. It sounds so alive, the melodies are so creative, and Kelly Haigh's cover art... This album is a masterpiece. And that voice!
eldorado





Jul 3 2007 3:08 PM

congrats on the the new album!

sounds awesome!
Katherine





Jun 29 2007 11:46 AM

Carolyn! I wish I could come to your CD release tonight, but I have a big date with Willie Nelson! Have a great time

xo
katherine
Jon Forrest Little





Jun 22 2007 11:33 AM

Helloooooooo
I am dixie the deer,
I am the sweetest and cutest deer
in the land !
Please scratch behind my ears,
then click on my kooky video

I love humans, except hunters annoy... but they cant shoot me because I am protected, tra la la,ha ha ha
Young Folk Radio Show





Jun 18 2007 1:53 AM

hey carolyn your tunes are great n fun!! we play you on our show!
When are you coming to Australia??!? we'd sure love to have ya!

YOUNG FOLK is streamed Sunday arvo's at 3-4pm 90.7 SYN fm Melbourne
and online at

www.syn.org.au

1am Saturday nights (sunday morn) Toronto time
Miss LaVodka





Jun 17 2007 9:45 PM

I miss you tons, my lovely, raunchy, sassy, fabulous, most spectacular lady (and I use the term loosely)!!! Luther covered one of your songs on Friday night. I think I teared up a little.

xoxoxoxoxxo
Entity





Jun 4 2007 11:11 PM

So charming! I'd pantomime to you anyday, miss muppet.

Thanks for the show at the Railway!
David Paskell





May 31 2007 6:42 AM

I posted a short blog about you being underrated ,I believe you should have a much higher profile.
Here’s the deal you keep making the music and I keep on buying it!
Respects and best wishes
David Paskell
dré





May 20 2007 9:15 PM

i take it you aren't coming to sleep under my kitchen table... i am crying. so is kurt, he was hoping you would be in tow....long story short, we looooove your ass! xoxoxoxoxoxo-d
Spank the Kitty





May 17 2007 3:30 AM

Hello Carolyn! Loved your show with Danny Michel last Thursday. You were great - he was great. Gives me a warm fuzzy feeling knowing there's folks like you out there. See you around town.

Dave
Camille Miller





May 9 2007 11:55 PM

HeyCarolyn Mark
If you are bored on this Thursday night and are in the area of VANCOUVER....Maybe you can check this out...IF not,
I will just send you some REDHEADED LOVE..
LOVE,Camille...Happy Thursday

Euphorbia tearing Carbonium





May 5 2007 9:17 AM

appartment beauties don't tell the truth about what they think.
I am telling you this because it is the honest truth, look I should know, they say that it is all in the way you use it, not how big it is, well I got news for you all, that is pure lies.
I know from personal experience, I will tell you about a secret that jorgan has made me promise to never ever tell anyone, but since he has not called me in three weeks after standing me up, I am going to break the promise and tell you how he went from having a tiny wang and in 4 months he is now about nine inches and get this, it is still getting bigger. He has been secretly taking grow jells from this site, copy and paste the address into your browser to see them.AFGONE.COM
I found out when I was at his house, three fridays ago, we were getting ready to go to the mall, so while he was in the shower, I went in his room, sneeked under his bed and found a box with jell bottles in it, there was like 9 full bottles and 4 empty ones, all ordered from AFGONE.COM I was laughing at first but then when he came in the room and caught me looking at them, he freaked out and made me sware to not ever tell anyone about them, especially girls from school or work that he has been dating for the past while, now that I think of it, he has been rather busy with all the popular girls around here, when just last year he was the shyest when it came to girls.
I just never put two and two together until he explained it all to me, I did see his package and yes, it is huge, pronostar huge, the thickest and longest one I ever seen.
I know this sounds really shallow, but I am considering ordering 6 bottles from the website at AFGONE.COM for you know who.. he does not have a myspace account, so he is not gonna see this. They guarentee that the jells will work on any man, or they give you your money back, living proof that they do work on any guy, seeing is believing.AFGONE.COM
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Laura





Apr 26 2007 5:53 PM

I think duets with women don't work for Carolyn Mark. Only men. I thought I'd share.
Sherie





Apr 22 2007 9:02 PM

Thanks for the add. I always go see you when you come to SunPeaks to jam with Luther. Love you. Cheers
Harry Potter





Apr 22 2007 12:17 PM

MySpace backgrounds: CoolSpaceTricks.com

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river ghost





Apr 22 2007 4:53 AM

Cheers from Pennsylvania! I enjoy your work. All the best to you.
natalie edelson





Apr 21 2007 3:50 PM

Very much enjoyed your show at SXSW. Keep on making great music!
Michael Joseph





Apr 13 2007 3:25 PM

I love your music Carolyn
Thanks for sharing
Bless you
DUSTIN BENTALL





Apr 12 2007 12:17 PM

DUSTIN BENTALL VIDEO LAUNCH PARTY FOR

"STREETS WITH NO LIGHTS"

TUESDAY APR 17 @ GINGER 62 (granville/davie)

DOORS AT 8:00

VIDEO VIEWING AT 10:00

BAND AT 10:30

admission: FREE with DB written on left hand!

db
Dan Walsh


Is Online


Apr 10 2007 7:41 PM

Hey darlin'

Thanx for Brock's B-Day party in Duncan a couple weeks back. And even more thanks for the top bunk at that igloo you call home. Are we gonna ever go on the road together?? We friggin' better........
Dan Walsh


Is Online


Apr 10 2007 7:41 PM

Hey darlin'

Thanx for Brock's B-Day party in Duncan a couple weeks back. And even more thanks for the top bunk at that igloo you call home. Are we gonna ever go on the road together?? We friggin' better........
The Rude One





Apr 9 2007 7:09 PM

Happy Spring from upstate NY--hope you play up this way one of these days!
[python]





Apr 7 2007 1:33 AM

Kisses from Italy.

xxxxxxxxxxxxxx...

have a great weekend! ;)
David Paskell





Apr 4 2007 7:35 AM

Thanks for the add,You’re a great song writer and your very good live! When are you UK bound again?
Respect and best wishes
David Paskell
The Usual Suspects





Mar 31 2007 1:36 AM

Hello again, MySpace Friends!

HURRAY ! THE WEEKEND IS HERE AGAIN!
Photo Sharing and Video Hosting at Photobucket

Reminder… THE USUAL SUSPECTS
Return to the stage for an 80's Dance Party on APRIL 6th and 7th (Friday and Saturday) at SOPRANOS SPORTS BAR in support of the SALMON KINGS Hockey Team.

CHEERS!
THE USUAL SUSPECTS
bree





Mar 24 2007 12:30 PM

Have I told you lately how great you are?
xo.
Mark





Mar 21 2007 8:17 PM

Love your voice you terrible Hostess!

Thanks for the add!
ginette





Mar 16 2007 6:53 AM

Bonjour Caroltn, j'adore ta musique et j'ai hâte de te voir à Montréal.J'espère que cette fois tu vas être présente, à bientôt,
Ginette
Factory Printshop Victoria





Mar 15 2007 1:28 PM

JOEY ONLY - OUTLAW BAND





Mar 12 2007 2:32 PM

I never said HI at Logans last month when Rae and I were to play cause I am shy and you were busy..but I'm a fan..and you should that...come see us if you wanna...

Nanaimo and Victoria March 23-24th...Outlaws and Rebels ride inta town...
Shawna





Mar 9 2007 4:31 PM

oh carolyn....who loves you?
oh....I dooooo!
xox
This Great White North





Mar 5 2007 11:42 AM

hey - Just a reminder to listen in TODAY at 3:30pm CST to hear CAROLYN MARK on "This Great White North" an ALL CANADIAN music show from Austin, Texas!
It's on 91.7 KOOP-FM Listen here
Cheers!!
Doug The Canuck
Helvis





Mar 5 2007 9:08 AM

Sooooooo... comin back to Calgary ever? When you do... bring CD's! ;)