MB~Bluz Band
Doin' My Thang!`
© 2005 Mark Blake (874044002425)
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Mark and company drive the blues hard to crowds everywhere and now you can taste the flavor of Rockin'Blues, Funky Blues, Guitar Blues,Electric Blues that MB~Bluz Band throws down.
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Mark Blake (a.k.a. MB~Bluz) started playing guitar as a teen in Central Ohio and fell instantly in love. His first band had been an 80's hard rock band covering everything from Heart, Pat Benatar to ZZ Top, Scorpions, Rick Derringer and MSG. Brother Matt held the bass position. They fought the rock band's fight long enough to record an album, only to have tours and gigs constantly cancelled by member changes. At this time he knew he would have to front a band to play at the caliber he wanted to play. Growing into new styles, the Blake Bros. Blues Band was born. Handling front spot Mark's blues voice emerged, raw and powerful, to mirror his guitar style. Albert Collins, Freddy King, B.B. King, Mark May, Larry McCray and Gary Moore all had a major part in his style. After moving to Cedar Rapids, Ia and playing solo for 3 years and recording a killer CD entitled "Ready to Go", The MB~Bluz Band emerged. A wicked 3 piece band of veterans from jazz, soul, funk and the blues. This was the combo Mark had dream of for 20 years!!! Well rounded and ready to party! MB~Bluz Band is enjoying love and respect from blues clubs and festivals as well as radio airplay in MO, and Kansas and Iowa. With the next project to break national they are forging a name in the bluz! "The Midwest's Most Dangerous Bluz Band!"
Mark's influences are pretty wide spread. As a child, his first influence was his Grandmother. She had been crippled from age 62 and would sit out on the porch in Ireland, West Virginia, up on the mountain and sing southern gospel tunes. "If I close my eyes I can sit hear her sing 'Amazing Grace'. Till this day it still gives me goose bumps. It's not that she was a great singer-it was her soul you heard wailing out what was deep inside her heart for the world to hear." Mark states. Lessons he draws from today. "I think about grandma and how she would feel this tune and just let it rip. In my blues life it works if someone can feel it."
Bluegrass was also played with great conviction up on the mountain 5 miles from the hard road. Great aunt Sara was 3-time state fiddle champ of West Virginia, not too shabby considering the competition. Porch players and churchgoers really showed them the soul of performing for a reason, whether it be for passing time or worship they always went all out. Real soul!
"As a bluzman can't leave out some important influences such as the women I have love and lost. As I live my life there have been ups and downs, loves and losses-that's the blues, working out the pain and reveling in the joy. Joy being my two sons who influence everything I do, especially on stage. They have taught me anyone can influence my life in many ways. I talk about it a song with soulful heart as I learned as a kid. Looking at and spending time with my young children, I remember times on the mountain and the magic of the music. I'm grateful for the teachers big and small (thanks Logan and Hunter) that keep my playing sharp and soulful. Music is about life. I have had great opportunities for living a full and eventful life that comes out when I play. Blues soothes the soul and helps us through the day. Thanks for letting me share it." Mark
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This band is going places!
author: Cindy PetersenThis band is going places! They truly live up to their reputation as the Midwest's Most Dangerous Bluz Band. From the hard hitting beat of "Doin' My Thang" to the sultry melody of "Blue-Eyed Girl" these guys have what it takes to bring the blues to life! MB Bluz Band's amazing mix makes this CD a must-have for all blues lovers.
Awesome CD..I'd recommend it to everyone
author: perfectmagic of paltalkMark has put together an awesome compilation of his various styles in one mesmorizing CD. From the first time I listened to it I was hooked. I'm a blueser from way back, and this CD is a very very welcome addition to my collection. When's the next one Mark?
Awesome Band! Great CD! WOW!
author: Jim BargerIf you have ever been a Blues fan or want to find out what smokin’ Blues is all about, you MUST get this CD! Mark and the boys are fantastic. My only regret is not finding out about MB-Bluz Band sooner. If you get the chance, see ‘em Live for an unforgettable experience, till then get the CD and get ready. CR loves ya Mark, we’ll share, but always come back.
awesome indeed!!!!
author: Karen AKA redacegirlThis is a production of a true blues man. I have enjoyed it so much. A great investment to add to your collection of fine & sweet music gems. Mark has grand "blues dna" in him & must share with all of us. Thank You for being you, Mark !! xoxoxoxo
I Love, "One Click From The Blues"
author: AmberDawnI had rarely listened to the Blues as a Genre, til Mark Blake stopped by my Paltalk Music Room one night, and started sharing his tunes. "Doin My Thang" is the best sound I have heard in a very long time. I Love, "One Click From The Blues", it is definately a chatroom favorite. There are so many good songs on this CD, it is a must for any Blues Fan.
Awesome CD!!
author: Greg BrownMark has really put together an awesome CD. He has done a great job writing and putting together a collection of original works that really defines the blues. If you're a hard-core blues fan, this is a good one to have. If you're a not-so-hard-core blues fan, this CD will make you one in a short time!! Highly recommended!!!!
MB Bluz Band have got a rocket with their latest release titled “Doin’ My Thang”
author: BluespaperMB BLUZ BAND Are ‘Doin’ Their Thang’ By Jamie Gorecki Make no mistake…..this IS a big one! Mark Blake and the MB Bluz Band have got a rocket with their latest release titled “Doin’ My Thang”! From the opening cut “No Thanks To You” to the final cut “One Click from the Blues”, this is a non-stop shot of electric-BLUZ! As Blake makes it perfectly clear in the title track of this disc “I’m just doin’ my thang……don’t get in the way!” Even when the guys try to tone it down a little, “Blue Eyed Girl of Mine” and “Old Man”, there still is a bit of “butt-rockin’” rhythm goin’ on! With the steady back beat of his band members, Jeremiah Murphy on Bass and John Peterie on Drums, Blake and co-executive producer Jary Segal, have come up with another dynamite collection of full fledged BLUZ. A great mix of gravelly and gritty vocals and killer guitar solos fill this CD with a great display of modern day BLUZ! “After all the planning, writing, recording, producing, mixing, and Remixing, we are DOING IT!!!! And all our effort has paid off in our best work yet!” exclaims Blake of their latest release ‘Doin’ My Thang’.
Amazing talent, wonderful sound.
author: blue57 from paltalkLove the bluez. Mark and company have a great sound. Can't wait to get the new CD! Was introduced to MB~Bluz on Paltalk of all places. And have grown to love hearing the great sound. Keep up the great work guys.... you'll go places.