Mark Bacino
Encyclopedia
Mark Bacino is an American
singer-songwriter
, producer
and multi-instrumentalist
.
Eventually Bacino set out as a solo artist with three self-released efforts to his credit, the last of which, 1997's "Pop Job" EP, earned him a deal with American independent record label Parasol Records
. In late 1998 Parasol issued Bacino's official debut, "Pop Job…the long player!", augmenting the original EP with 8 new Bacino penned/recorded power pop tracks. In the years to follow Bacino promoted the release with his live band, becoming a regular at downtown NYC clubs such as "The Living Room
" and sharing bills with the likes of such artists as The Little Willies
(featuring Norah Jones) and Madeleine Peyroux
.
Early 2003 brought additional live performances and the US/Japanese release of Bacino's second album, "The Million Dollar Milkshake" (Parasol/Nippon Crown); This effort found Bacino marrying varied arrangements to his formally guitar-centric sound. Bacino also took to the television airwaves in '03 to promote "Milkshake" via a comedic commercial spot which faithfully mirrored country singer Slim Whitman’s infamous TV ad from the early 1980s.
In 2004, a partnership (now amicably dissolved) with JDMI Management (Tony Visconti/Hugh Padgham) encouraged Bacino to once again revisit the role of producer. With the formation of "The Queens English", a new production company/studio, Bacino found himself producing various artists and collaborating with fellow writer/producers Peter Zizzo
(Avril Lavigne/Vanessa Carlton) and Marc Swersky (Hilary Duff) .
As a producer, Bacino continues to remain active composing for television and film in addition to his work for other artists.
In the spring of 2010, Bacino's third album, "Queens English", was released on the (part-Bacino owned/Redeye
distributed) DreamCrush Music label. Described by All Music Guide
as an album that "proves it's possible to introduce actual maturity into pop with no adverse effects", "Queens English" marks Bacino's move away from the carefree, bubblegum leanings of his previous efforts toward a more personal and reflective pop sound.
Bacino currently resides in New York with his wife and son.
United States
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singer-songwriter
Songwriter
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, producer
Record producer
A record producer is an individual working within the music industry, whose job is to oversee and manage the recording of an artist's music...
and multi-instrumentalist
Multi-instrumentalist
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.
Overview
Born and raised in New York, Bacino is a graduate of St. John's University. While attending college, Bacino played in various bands and formed a production partnership with a friend (engineer, Anthony Erice) producing/recording local talent in their home-spun, basement studio.Eventually Bacino set out as a solo artist with three self-released efforts to his credit, the last of which, 1997's "Pop Job" EP, earned him a deal with American independent record label Parasol Records
Parasol Records
Parasol Records is an American independent record label based out of Urbana, Illinois. The label was founded by Geoff Merritt as an outgrowth of the catalogue Parasol Mail Order ....
. In late 1998 Parasol issued Bacino's official debut, "Pop Job…the long player!", augmenting the original EP with 8 new Bacino penned/recorded power pop tracks. In the years to follow Bacino promoted the release with his live band, becoming a regular at downtown NYC clubs such as "The Living Room
The Living Room
The Living Room is a music venue on Ludlow Street on the Lower East Side in New York City that was established in 1988. The Living Room is co-owned by Steve Rosenthal and Jennifer Gilson. The Living Room has showcased some of the best of New York City’s singer/songwriter, alt-country, and rock world...
" and sharing bills with the likes of such artists as The Little Willies
The Little Willies
The Little Willies is a band formed in 2003. It features Norah Jones on piano and vocals, Richard Julian on vocals, Jim Campilongo on guitar, Lee Alexander on bass, and Dan Rieser on drums....
(featuring Norah Jones) and Madeleine Peyroux
Madeleine Peyroux
Madeleine Peyroux is an American jazz singer, songwriter, and guitarist. Peyroux is noted for her vocal style, which has been compared to that of Billie Holiday....
.
Early 2003 brought additional live performances and the US/Japanese release of Bacino's second album, "The Million Dollar Milkshake" (Parasol/Nippon Crown); This effort found Bacino marrying varied arrangements to his formally guitar-centric sound. Bacino also took to the television airwaves in '03 to promote "Milkshake" via a comedic commercial spot which faithfully mirrored country singer Slim Whitman’s infamous TV ad from the early 1980s.
In 2004, a partnership (now amicably dissolved) with JDMI Management (Tony Visconti/Hugh Padgham) encouraged Bacino to once again revisit the role of producer. With the formation of "The Queens English", a new production company/studio, Bacino found himself producing various artists and collaborating with fellow writer/producers Peter Zizzo
Peter Zizzo
Peter Eric Zizzo is a music producer, musician and BMI award-winning songwriter. Zizzo has authored hits for artists such as Celine Dion,, Jennifer Lopez, Marit Larsen, O.A.R, Jason Mraz, Donna Summer, Diana Ross, M2M , Sir Cliff Richard, Clay Aiken, and Howie Day...
(Avril Lavigne/Vanessa Carlton) and Marc Swersky (Hilary Duff) .
As a producer, Bacino continues to remain active composing for television and film in addition to his work for other artists.
In the spring of 2010, Bacino's third album, "Queens English", was released on the (part-Bacino owned/Redeye
Redeye Distribution
Redeye Distribution is an independent music distribution company founded in 1996 in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Redeye currently distributes such labels as Marsalis Music, Barsuk Records, Warp Records, Daptone Records, Luaka Bop Records, Kill Rock Stars, Sargent House, Hydra Head Records, The...
distributed) DreamCrush Music label. Described by All Music Guide
All Music Guide
Allmusic is a service of music guide, owned by All Media Guide. Allmusic was founded in 1991 by popular-culture archivist Michael Erlewine as a guide for consumers. Its first reference book was published the following year...
as an album that "proves it's possible to introduce actual maturity into pop with no adverse effects", "Queens English" marks Bacino's move away from the carefree, bubblegum leanings of his previous efforts toward a more personal and reflective pop sound.
Bacino currently resides in New York with his wife and son.
Discography
- 1998 Pop Job...the long player!
- 2003 The Million Dollar Milkshake
- 2010 Queens English