Mark Carman
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| Background information | |
| Birth name | Mark Lewyn Carman |
| Also known as | Mark Carman |
| Born | September 3, 1960 Joliet, Illinois |
| Origin | Beckley, West Virginia |
| Occupation(s) | Singer-songwriter, Record producer, Activist |
| Instrument(s) | Vocals, keyboards |
| Years active | 1970 - Current |
| Labels | TRA-Star Records, Cherrytree Records, Sony, Red Distribution, MCM World Media, Provident Label Group, Universal |
| Website | www |
Mark Carman (born September 3, 1960) is an American music producer, singer, songwriter, and social activist.
Career
Music
Carman is known primarily for his role as the musical arranger and co-producer of the Grammy nominated album by country music artist T. Graham Brown, "Forever Changed".[1] The Album features guest performances by other well known artists including Leon Russell, Vince Gill, The Oak Ridge Boys, Jason Crabb and others. The recording musicians for the album represented an all-star lineup of musicians. Included among them are notable musicians; David Hungate(Bass Guitar), Brent Mason, (Electric Guitar), Steve Cropper, (Electric Guitar), Jim Horn, (Saxophone).[2][3]
Activism
In 2015 Carman involved himself in public efforts related to Gun Control and other social issues by releasing an internet video that garnered more than 1.5 million views in the first week of publication.[4] As part of that effort, Carman founded an activist group, the American Coalition for Responsible Gun Ownership,[5] and made several contributory appearances on national news programs including CNN [6] and CBC[7] addressing firearms legislation in the United States. Carman's efforts drove the acquisition of more than 1,000,000 signatures on a petition,delivered to Senator Chuck Schumer urging President Barack Obama to use executive order to address some of the issues pertaining to firearms legislation.[8]
In January of 2016, Carman was invited to the White House to participate in the announcement of President Obama's executive action on Gun Control.[9][10]
Albums
- 2012 - Hand to the Plow (producer)
- 2012 - Working On a Building (producer, composer)
- 2007 - Lo Mejor De Mi (producer, composer)
- 2007 - She's an Army of One (producer, vocals, eyboards, composer, primary artist)
- 2006 - It Is What It Is (producer, composer)
- 2015 - Carry the Message (executive producer)
- 2014 - Forever Changed (producer)
- 2010 - Grace (composer)
- 2011 - I'm In Him, He's In Me (composer)
- 2011 - Mom's Amazing Grace (composer)
- 2015 - On Top of the Covers (executive producer)
- 2015 - Smallest Gifts (producer)
References
- ^ Plummer, Sarah. "Music producer hopes a Grammy win will honor West Virginia". The Register-Herald. Retrieved 10 March 2017.
- ^ Holtzclaw, Mike. "Former Norfolk cop lands a Grammy nomination". Daily Press. Retrieved 10 March 2017.
- ^ Ollison, Rashod. "Former Norfolk cop among Grammy nominees". The Virginian-Pilot. Retrieved 10 March 2017.
- ^ "Self-Described 'Gun Lover' Mark Carman Releases Plea To 'Responsible Gun Owners'". The Inquisitr News. 7 October 2015. Retrieved 10 March 2017.
- ^ Spies, Mike (16 November 2015). "Gun Owner Mark Carman Makes a Plea for Modest Regulation and is Crucified Online". The Trace. Retrieved 10 March 2017.
- ^ "CNN:Mark Carman talks to Zain Asher and CNNi about todays announcment by President ObamaSource". CNN.
- ^ "CBC:Mark Carman, Gun Reform in the United States: January5, 2016".
- ^ Eger, Chris (13 November 2015). "Meet the American Coalition for Responsible Gun Owners". Guns.com. Retrieved 10 March 2017.
- ^ "Mark Carman, founder of the American Coalition for Responsible Gun Ownership, will meet with President Barack Obama to discuss gun reform". CNN.
- ^ Farago, Robert (13 November 2015). "President Obama Invites Anti-Gun Rights Gun Owner to the White House, Address Congress". The Truth About Guns. Retrieved 10 March 2017.
External links
Category:1960 births
Category:American male singers
Category:American country singer-songwriters
Category:American country singers
Category:Living people
Category:People from Raleigh County, West Virginia