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Mark Abis
Folk / Acoustic / Other

"NEW ALBUM - COMING SOON "

The Boat,
United Kingdom

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Last Login:  10/7/2008
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Member Since11/1/2005
Band Websiteserpentsounds.com
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Mark Abis - Guitar / Vocal/ Harmonica

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

InfluencesBeethoven

Beatles

Bach

Bob

Sounds Likerhododendron
(growing slowly)
Type of LabelNone



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   About Mark Abis

" My vote for one of the best of the new generation."
Joe Boyd   
(Record Producer: Nick Drake, Pink Floyd, Sandy Denny, REM, Fairport Convention)


Perhaps best known for writing the song 'Summerbreeze' that appeared in the TV show 'Buffy the Vampire Slayer' and was recorded by Emiliana Torrini for her Roland Orzabal produced album ' Love In The Time Of Science.

Introducing Mark Abis, British author, composer and folk musician who has put together a compilation of his best work since 1995. He is essentially a solemn man with a superb voice that is not only soft and warm, but is also particularly sensual.
The voice is usually accompanied by a lone acoustic guitar when it is not supported by arrangements which are either ethereal or have richer bluesy strains.

Everything slips delicately into place as you listen. The melodies are straightforward and refined. Dream Come True and Steppin Out are truly likeable, and could have been written especially for those comfortable evenings spent around a good fire in great company. One is reminded of the subtle minimalism of Nick Drakes seminal and sensitive Pink Moon.
Despite this, Abis doesnt confine himself to intimate folk and somehow manages to emerge as a true, bluesy folk band with a sprinkle of orchestral arrangements.
The addition of backing vocals, 70s style keyboards and bass give pronounced bluesy tones, which can be heard in Through The Heart Of New York featuring the hazy tenor sax of Eg White, a musician who shows a forever evolving instrumental dexterity and who happily takes on several different fundamental roles to complement the seemingly calm & uncomplicated character of Mark Abis.
As in Stronger Than Desire, the use of harmonica can always bring a sophisticated touch of blues.
Gently out of kilter with the other tracks on the album, Changing Inside and Heaven Is Your Face have more of a Pop feel. Less intimate and withdrawn than the other songs, they are no less indispensable for their light-heartedness, and breathe a bit of variety into the compilation.
Mark Abis lullabies soothe us into a state of peace and tranquillity far removed from the chaos of everyday life.

Review by Ejeh. In obskure magazine, France

Track List:

summerbreeze
memory
for a woman's love
dream come true
heaven is your face
steppin' out
changing inside
through the heart of new york
stronger than desire
already there
pink tulips

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paulo





Oct 3 2008 2:23 PM

hi Mark;
how is going youre new cd ?
it is already recorded?
hugs and peace
Paulo Muad´dib Santos
The Idolins





Sep 6 2008 8:01 PM

"Pink Tulips" = Beautiful song Mark.

Can we say.

'Worlds apart"
Carol





Sep 1 2008 2:17 AM

Beautiful sounds coming from your page, Mark. Thank you, as always, for sharing your talent.
~C.
Professor Yaffle





Aug 30 2008 9:34 AM

Alright Mark,
Just listening to yer fine tunes.
'Pink Tulips'is beautiful.
Nice one,
The Prof
Nin*





Aug 28 2008 10:11 AM

Hi Mark,
I like your album a lot!
greets from Berlin
nin*
The Bodie Travelers





Aug 17 2008 8:32 PM

Hi Mark,
Hi Mark,
Thanks for sharing your beautiful songs. Very sweet sweet sounds!!

Best Always
Mark n Stace
The Heartland Express
Theo





Aug 7 2008 10:37 PM

Hey Mark...thanks for the add! Randomly came across your music on the Pandora internet radio site. Great songs...looking forward to the new album.
Tawny





Aug 5 2008 8:43 PM

I LOVE your music. Very beautiful. Stronger than Desire is definitely my favorite:)
Girl Found





Aug 5 2008 6:23 PM

Many smiles and thank you's for the add and for the music. :)
sjofn





Aug 5 2008 1:43 PM

yes, pink tulips xo - love your songs
Carlo





Jul 28 2008 10:55 PM

Nice to meet you Mark! Great music and lovely lyrics, I wish you all the luck for the future. Ciao!!!!!!!
Small Ships





Jul 25 2008 12:11 PM

Geeze Mark thats mighty fine music,thanks for being. PC:
Sass-a-Frass





Jul 25 2008 2:27 AM

I am lovin' on your music.
Pink Tulips is sublime!
xo Sara
TrOll





Jul 23 2008 10:25 PM

merci pour cela (-:
paulo





Jul 23 2008 4:53 PM

HI MARK
thanks for the invitation , and i think that we wil do something great !
Miyuki





Jul 23 2008 1:13 PM

Thanks for adding me to your friend list and the comment.
Your music sounds very nice!
Greetings from JAPAN,
Miyuki
michele





Jul 18 2008 11:15 PM

my favorite.
thank you. ;)
x
mi
Jon





Jul 19 2008 1:56 AM

Hi Mark: Thanks for the ADD!....great material and a cool voice to listen to as well...Keep rocking, and stay in touch...
Peace thru music,
Jon..Worcester, Massachusetts
Leslie Tripp





Jul 19 2008 5:41 AM

Hi Mark,
Just checking in to say hi and send my blessings...I do love your music!

XOXO
grancorkipioche





Jul 18 2008 9:30 PM

I thank you for discovering your good music
McCawley Burke





Jul 18 2008 7:38 PM

great stuff!
i really enjoyed listening
peace
mc
Hill





Jul 18 2008 6:24 PM

Mark,

I Love This Song! Your Music Is Amazing. I Love It!
PoppyGirl (r.i.p. sept. 26, 2008)





Jul 18 2008 7:37 AM

Hey Mark! Stopping in to catch a couple of tunes of yours!!! Also, like your new profile pic, heeheehee... Hope all is well my friend!
Light, Love, and Peace~
PoppyGirl '-)
Mental Nomad





Jul 16 2008 12:09 AM

Mark, "River Roll" is featured in today's episode of The Mental Nomad Podcast -- available NOW, a day early, in my blog here at MySpace. (I'd told you it might be a few weeks, but the thing I thought would be keeping me away from the show didn't pan out.) Thanks for letting me play your music, and keep up the great work! - Best wishes, Jason
LOVE





Jul 14 2008 7:47 PM

Hello Mark,
Your song is awesome i love it so very much!more power
hugs to you!
sOnYah.NeT©Puzzle MaskEdHER!





Jul 5 2008 1:11 AM

Wishing Well.
Paul Vidito





Jul 3 2008 12:48 PM

Beautiful songs man! Appreciate them!

Thanks
DESJON DELUXE





Jul 3 2008 1:46 PM

GREETINGS AND SALUTATIONS MARK!
GOOD MUSIC.
ERiKi





Jul 3 2008 8:53 PM

Yep !!!
Susan Botich





Jul 3 2008 10:54 PM

Your song, "River Rock," is beautiful. Thank you for the add. My best to you!
helene





Jul 4 2008 9:52 AM

Merci de ton passage sur ma page. A mon tour de visiter la tienne; ce que j'y entends est toujours aussi bon et fait un bien fou.
Je te souhaite un très beau week-end ensoleillé.
Bisou.
Mr. Lizard





Jul 4 2008 5:29 PM

Really like 'River Roll'!
Being a steel player among other instruments...
>Mr.L<
Boomchix





Jul 3 2008 2:07 AM

Hi Mark, River Roll is a nice tune. Thanks for the invite.

Cheers!
Williams and Williams





Jun 30 2008 3:04 PM

It is always a wonderful thing to bump into a really fine musician out here in space. I love your music. Thanks you for the drive by.
Pax in D Minor,
Fly
kat ( r.i.p. sept. 26, 2008)





Jun 30 2008 2:25 PM

Thanks Mark! By the way, "For A Woman's Love" is an amazing tune dude!!! But, of course, they all are...
Light, Love,and Peace~~
kat/PoppyGirl ;-)
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Jun 29 2008 11:15 PM

Your cd cover with the golden letters is a really nice pic
Nice to meet you man !
you're welcome at my place : www.jonathanzimm.com
Cheers from Paris ;)
DJ Lady Lee





Jun 28 2008 12:43 AM

thank you for sharing this beautiful music....River Roll is so soothing....Blessings to you and all who surround you and give you peace of mind....respectfully, Lady Lee
The Pimp Daddeauxs





Jun 28 2008 1:48 AM

Dig the sounds dude...take care.
Leslie Tripp





Jun 27 2008 9:10 PM

Mark, Thank you for your friendship. I really love your music!

Leslie
Lewell


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