Mark writes alot of tunes, but performs mostly with the String Mountain Band whose set list varies from original tunes, to unique covers of more familiar songs, and a little bluegrass gospel. Founded in 2003, the String Mountain Band are: Vernon Cross - Rhythm Guitar, Mandolin, Fiddle, Vocals. Audie Finnell - Lead Guitar, Five String Banjo, Vocals. Mark Pistrang - Six String Banjo, Guitar, Strum Stick, Vocals. Rondell Raburn - Upright Bass. Rick Whitten - Harmonica, Guitar, Vocals.
The String Mountain Band have two self-produced CD's (Saturday Night and Sunday Morning) that are available at the band website: www.crybabyrose.com
Influences
Influences?? I'm influenced by everything I see and hear. Who isn't? While the String Mountain Band is the band I perform in, Crybaby Rose is the band I create in. Crybaby Rose is a somewhat experimental band in the fact that it doesn't really exist! All the songs I write start out solo, then they join Crybaby Rose, where they are arranged as I multi-track myself playing different instruments and singing different parts. The only down side is a lack of anyone to give that "look" to when something sounds off.... I try to be a good influence on myself....
Sounds Like
Two words. First word, one syllable. Rhymes with "BARK".... Second word, two syllables...
Mark Pistrang lives with his wife and two children in a small town in eastern Tennessee because that's where his job currently pays him to be. I'm a botanist/ecologist by profession and a singer/songwriter by confession. The music just comes a knocking and I always try and answer the door.
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The String Mountain Band primarily plays locally to the the greater Cleveland, TN metropolis but is always looking to expand their range within the confines of those lousy (but oh so necessary) work schedules. Radio play has certainly expanded the range within which you can hear them, with spins on such diverse stations as WUTC 88.1 FM in Chattanooga TN, Twin Cities Radio on the net in Minneapolis MN, KKRF 107.9 FM in Stuart Iowa, KVMR 89.5 FM in Nevada City CA, Grateful Dread Public Radio in Baltimore MD, and reaching out to the far corners of the globe via the internet broadcast of WorldWideBlueGrass.com from Cincinnatti OH. Contact the band at info@crybabyrose.com for bookings or further information!
What people are saying: "You and your southern brothers got the Sunday morning twang thing honed to a brighter place than a case hardened Jim Bowie Knife after a work out on a Arkansas whet stone. House of Gold is FREAKING AMAZING and Sixteen Years..... somebody ought to make a FREAKING movie out of that song. It is the ultimate road trip song and is so true for anyone who has made a journey. You captured the subliminal concept that a journey is the present reality of miles traveled and the edgy gray matter canyons of our minds." - Steve Freitas, Packwood WA
Mark (String Mountain Band)'s Friend Space (Top 24)
Thanks for the friend request:) How's it going?? When you get the chance stop by for another listen.. I would love to hear from you. All the best with your music!:)
Thank you so much for your friendship. Please stop by my profile to show your support for my music by listening to and buying my two new singles off iTunes called, “The Singles.” They include the new song, “Someday” and the NEW version of “Have Faith.” Also, I’d really appreciate it if you’d add my new FACEBOOK music page: www.facebook.com/elizabethsouthmusic and new TWITTER: www.twitter.com/elisabethsouth Thank you! Please leave a comment, let me know what you think, and tell me how you’re doing!
I just finished an EP and would love your feedback ! I've had my music up at Myspace now for a month and could use the support. Could you take a moment and let me know what you think ?
hey thank you mark for coming over the listening and for the very encouraging and much appreciated comment.. many many thanks and wishing you lots of success and fun with all your music... come over any time.. rae from london
What a nice comment! Thank you Mark. I am listening to your player. Love it ! You are talented!! Hope to see you perform live someday! I host a TV show 'Turnin To Country'.Here is the info. It's on line! It's easy to download. go to www.bluehighwaystv.com. Click green D/Load button then New version.Look for station 640 Bluehighways Thurs-8:30pm EST & Thurs-11:30 pm, Sat-4:30 pm, Tues-5:30 pm Come join me for some exciting adventures as I travel across rural America. Thanks so much! Tresa Jordan Nashville,TN
Hey Mark, We just saw you at GRASS STOCK on Saturday and didn't even realize that you were one of my friends on myspace. Now I wish I had taken time to say hello to you in the sizzling heat. Thanks for a great performance for a great cause :) Songwriter, Paula Breedlove
HIIIIIII! um, I guess so? I'm pretty sure we're coming, but we haven't really talked about it yet. And when we get there, I will definitely be smiling :)
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Greetings Mark, You are recording Good Tunes! It is a pleasure to meet you, and thank you for including me among your friends. If you have the time, please listen to my tunes, and share your thoughts. All the best to you, Bobby Snard… ♪♫♪♫♪♫♪♫♪
Hey!
Thanks so much for the add! You sound great! We'd love to have you come out and record anytime. $30/hr for studio time AND an engineer. :) Plus I bet I could get my wife to throw in some good eats!
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