Coldplay, Air, Aqualung, Thomas Newman, David Gray, Oasis, Satie, Debussy, Keane, The Smiths, Radiohead, Damien Rice, Lennon & McCartney, Bach, Simon & Garfunkel
Mark Dowd, 22, is a London based singer-songwriter. Originally born in County Durham, Mark was educated as a classical musician from as young as 5 years old. By the age of 16 Mark had gained a scholarship to study at the prestigious Purcell School of Music in London. This was followed by three years at King’s College London and the Royal Academy of Music, where he gained a first class honours degree in music.
This classical back background, along with a passion for commercial music, has allowed Mark to create a unique, ambient style of pop, with influences ranging from Bach, Debussy and Thomas Newman to The Beatles, Coldplay and Damien Rice.
Performances have ranged from some of London’s smallest acoustic venues, to larger venues including St. John’s Smith Square, Westminster, and Cadogan Hall, Sloane Square. In 2004, Mark made his TV debut on ITV’s The South Bank Show, being interviewed by celebrated television composer Howard Goodall, as well as giving a solo performance.
“Mark is a master of the most complex of musical tasks, at a bewilderingly early age.” – Howard Goodall
thanks a lot bro!! I appreciate it much love and respect to my fellow musician :D nice work! would you like some free song downloads? I have a way to get them to you using gmail....I made it so you can grab them whenever you have time. (you won't need a gmail account to do it) just send me a myspace message with the subject "downloads" and I'll take care of ya :) let me know Dylan
Hey Thanks for the friendship, I truly appreciate it! I’m getting ready to play as much as possible in the US. Feel free to check out my band profile (see below), download free MP3s from my brandnew debut album or even become a fan! :)) Blessings, Vlada http://www.facebook.com/pages/VLADA/13506957663 PS: You can download the album on iTunes or order the Limited Second Edition CD here: www.vladamusic.com.
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