KRIS LUCANDER is my main man on electric, fretless and upright Bass. Check discography for dozens of friends who have contributed to my recordings and live shows.
Influences
I got my first guitar at age 11. Thanks in part to my big brother Stephen, The usual suspects are among my great influences. The Beatles...James Taylor.....Johnathan Edwards.....The Band.....Crowded House......The Turtles ( I'm THAT old! )...Jimmy Buffet......Jackson Browne..... More recently I'm listening to: Jeff Root.....Brooks Williams.......Lee Vee.......Alison Krauss......Lowen & Navarro.....and Dave Gaudet
Sounds Like
“An eloquent guitarist with a rich resonant voice, Mark is a writer with a wry sense of humor.”
RICHARD FOX WCUW FM.........
“Mark’s acoustic style combines a wonderful blend of Americana, Celtic, New age and Folk. A genial storyteller with a
heart full of music.” METRONOME MAGAZINE.........
“The songs are often whimsical and witty. Fisher’s friendly, clear vocals are reason enough to take a listen”
MUSIC MATTERS REVIEW...........
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THEY WENT NORTH /1994..........
Packed with songs about driving, Yankee mannerisms, a Steve McQueen movie, and the Franklin Expedition. Mark’s debut recording features: Matt Leavenworth, & Ducky Belliveau formerly of “Swingin Steaks”, Jane Miller, Kris Lucander, Paul Rochon, Donna Russo, Stephan Arsenault, and Ted Broughey.
..................BIRTHMARK /1996............
Breathtaking ballads, jangly pop grooves, zany stories and intensely brooding love songs make up the mix on “BirthMark”. Guest performers include: Jennifer Kimball, Mica Richards, Seth Connolley, Stuart Schulman, Eric Kilburn, Duncan Watt, Dennis Mahoney, Jim Dower, John Vedoe & Kris Lucander.
.................SCRATCHBOARD /1999...........
Featuring: Billy Novick on tin whistle, Roger Williams on dobro, Joe “sonny” Barbato on piano, Hammond B3 organ and accordion, Kris Lucander on stand up bass, Stephanie Corby vocal duet and harmony, Lorne Entress on drums, and Russel Keys playing electric bass. Recorded and mixed by Crit Harmon and Mark Thayer at Signature Sounds Recording Co.
.................FOUR /2005.............
Mark’s fourth CD released in 2005 is a collection of 13 songs written during a new phase in life. “FOR” delves into important issues like: what if Ronald Reagan hung out with Carl Sagan on “Nikita Kruschev”, Body Piercing in “the Piercing Song”, internet romance gone south on “She Dropped the Bomb.com”, home, and relationship building in “There’s a Tree”, & some reflections on September 11th on “The day I needed you” and “ Heaven’s Gate”.Recorded and produced by Jeff Root.
................DON'T GET ME STARTED / 2008.......
Just released in Jan. 2008 with 16 songs all penned by Mark Fisher. With guest performances by 18 talented musicians and singers, this collection has songs from as far back as 1979 and as new as yesterday at 11PM. This is the usual genre defying eclectic mix of Folk, Country, Americana & Comedy that follows Mark around like a Freaky Folk Festival on wheels. You should hear this CD!
Hey Mark - glad we came out to hear you perform at Lidio's instead of going to see Johnny A! We had fun, met some new friends...enjoyed the JT and Elton John tunes...always love your Piercing song.... I'll be at City Music soon to pick up an amp for the Martin and a strap for the ukelele, on advice from Nancy. THANKS!
Hey Mark-Have all your friends vote for BootHill Express in the 2008 The Pulse-Worcester Music Awards-Country/Rock-We did vote for you also-Thanks-Wayne
Hey Mark, Listened completely with no distractions. The tunes sound great! Nice work! 'More to Live For' is amazing! Chokes you up. 'He's Came For Water' is my favorite. See ya !
