May 2013 posted by on May 6, 2013

Dear Friends, Fans, and Music Lovers

I have spent many years in my career
playing other people’s songs…….No regrets !
You LEARN ALOT knowing 100’s of tunes
in a variety of styles. And I LOVE,LOVE,LOVE,
playing great songs !!

A few years ago,
I started writing and recording my own CD’s
just to see where my heart would lead …
Out came a blend of many things I like in music
Pop, Funk, Groove, and just plain fun.

The Mark Carter Project is my LIVE band.
Guitar, Saxophone,Keyboards, Bass and Drums.
……it’s a HOT HOT BAND !!
We will be appearing in Long Beach for a great
afternoon of music, funnel cakes, and some
serious Funky Jazz ….Get Down !!!

Sunday May 26 2-5 pm
Shoreline Village
“Boardwalk Patio”
(behind the Funnel House)
Long Beach CA

And my Weekly Solo Schedule continues in these fine locations..

Thursday’s 6-9 pm
Friendly Hills Country Club (Members Only)
8500 Villaverde Dr. Whittier 90605
562-698-0331

Friday’s & Saturday’s 6-10 pm
Bistro Provencia
127 S. Citrus Ave Covina 91723
626-966-2288

That’s it for now !
I hope to see you soon.
Mark

mcpgtrtrax@aol.com
www.Markcarterproductions.com
(626)336-8686

April 2013 posted by on April 4, 2013

Dear Friends, Fans, and Music Lovers

I’m a likin’ the way this year is flowing.
New locations, people, music, fun and,
Challenges…… I’m up for ’em !
A good friend of mine asked me if I would
put together a show honoring the music of
Johhny Cash, Roy Orbison, and Glen Campbell.
I said “yes let’s do it.”
We are calling it “Men in Black ”

ONE SHOW ONLY !
Sunday April 21 6- 8 pm
Sage Granada Park United Methodist Church
1850 W Hellman Ave. Alhambra 91803
626-284-3229

On a weekly note, It’s good to be back in Riverside
where I spent time performing in the 90’s.
Sweet memories and good times !!
I’m gonna be rockin out at Mazz on Wednesday’s
If you are in the area come and check it out !!

And finally,
Covina and this part of LA has been my home
for many years now and it’s nice to have a quality
restaurant like Bistro Provencia to perform at.
I’ll be there on Friday’s and Saturday’s
starting this weekend !

Wednesday’s 6-10 pm
Mazz Bar & Grill
3555 Riverside Plaza Dr.
Riverside CA 92506
951-680-9969

Thursday’s 6-9 pm
Friendly Hills Country Club (Members Only)
8500 Villaverde Dr. Whittier 90605
562-698-0331

Friday’s & Saturday’s 6-10 pm
Bistro Provencia
127 S. Citrus Ave Covina 91723
626-966-2288

That’s it for now !
I hope to see you soon.
Mark

mcpgtrtrax@aol.com
www.Markcarterproductions.com
(626)336-8686

March 2013 posted by on March 7, 2013

Dear Friends, Fans, and Music Lovers

Hows your year flyin ?
This year is flying by like a Jet for me.

Thanks to all who came out to celebrate another birthday !
Its always good to see old and new friends.

As I continue my North American Tour 2013 🙂
You might notice a variety of cuisines,flavors,and area codes.
It’s been kind of fun to mix things up this year.
They say,” variety is the spice”……right ?

So don’t sit home. Come on out and join the tour…..

Wednesday’s 6:30-10:00 pm
Forbidden City (Chinese & Sushi)
6380 PCH     Long Beach 90803
562-961-3500

Thursdays 6-9 pm
Friendly Hills Country Club (Members Only)
8500 Villaverde Dr. Whittier 90605
562-698-0331

Fridays  6-9:30 pm March 15 & 29
La Brassererie Bistro (French)
78477 California 111     La Quinta 92253
760-771-4400

Saturday ‘s 6-10 pm
Bistro Provencia (Fusion)
127 S. Citrus Ave     Covina 91723
626-966-2288

I hope to see you soon.
Mark

mcpgtrtrax@aol.com
www.Markcarterproductions.com
(626)336-8686

February 2013 UPDATE #2 posted by on February 7, 2013

Dear Friends, Fans, and Music Lovers

Ok, Ok, !!

Well,things are changing very quickly this month and
I just want everyone to come and celebrate the gift of Love and
another year of guitar swingin with yours truly !
Note: I’m trying to cover as many area codes as possible 🙂

 

My Pre-Birthday ……..Friday February 8
6-9:30 pm
La Brassererie Bistro
78477 California 111
La Quinta 92253
760-771-4400

My Birthday …..Saturday February 9
6-10 pm
Bistro Provencia
127 S. Citrus Ave
Covina 91723
626-966-2288

Valentines Day…..Thursday February 14
6-10 pm
Bistro Provencia
127 S. Citrus Ave
Covina 91723
626-966-2288

Wednesday’s
Forbidden City (Chinese & Sushi)
6:30-10:00 pm
6380 PCH
Long Beach 90803
562-961-3500

Thursdays
Friendly Hills Country Club
6-9 pm
Members Only
Whittier 90605
562-698-0331

It’s turning into a wild month !
Stay Tuned….
Mark

mcpgtrtrax@aol.com
www.Markcarterproductions.com
(626)336-8686

February 2013 posted by on February 1, 2013

Dear Friends, Fans, and Music Lovers

What happened to January ??
Happy New Year !!!
Oh well, back to work……..

I’ve been performing at some private County Clubs in the desert and locally
the past few weeks and will continue this month.
But there are a couple of restaurants you can catch me at:

February 8 6-9 pm
La Brassererie Bistro
78477 California 111
La Quinta 92253
760-771-4400

and Don’t forget Valentines Day…..

February 14 Valentines Day 6-10 pm
Bistro Provencia
127 S. Citrus Ave
Covina 91723
626-966-2288
* RESERVATIONS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

Thats it for now.
I hope to see you soon
…..Mark

mcpgtrtrax@aol.com
www.Markcarterproductions.com
(626)336-8686

December 2012 posted by on December 21, 2012

Dear Friends, Fans, and Music Lovers

Merry Christmas !

I’m really late on this one, but I could not let the month
go by without wising you a Merry, Merry Christmas.
You have been so very good to me over the years and
I want to say again how grateful I am to stand and share
this gift called music that we all love so much.

Right now might be a good time to share this bit of
information also. I teach guitar a few hours a week at
Singer Music in La Puente. This is a Great Store to begin
YOUR adventure in music. Maybe someone you know will find
a Guitar, Trumpet, Saxophone or a Drum Set stuffed in thier stocking. 🙂

And finally, this month has been full of private parties,
Country Clubs, weddings and a funeral.  So, I’m ready for a vacation
and sometime to enjoy my children and friends.

Here’s to a new year, new music and new adventures !

May God bless you and your families.
Hope to see you soon.
Mark Carter

November 2012 posted by on November 2, 2012

Dear Friends, Fans and Music Lovers

Hi Friends

Good News
I have a new Website and a new friend who created it …..
Jere Krischel.
He knows his stuff folks and put this together QUICKLY !!
Thanks Jere !

Google is liking it also ……I’m back on the top !
What do you think ?
Drop me a line on the site or send me an email.

As always I’m GRATEFUL for your support.
I hope to see you soon
Blessings
…..Mark

 

The Brass Key                Wed             5:30-9:30pm
2649 Highland Ave       Highland CA         909-863-7782

 

Friendly Hills C. C.             Thur          6-9 pm
(members only)                   Whittier

 

Mr. V’s Bar & Grill     Fri & Sat   7-11 pm
14320 Valley Veiw Ave   La Mirada      562- 946-2275

mcpgtrtrax@aol.com
www.Markcarterproductions.com
(626)336-8686

October 2012 Newsletter posted by on October 1, 2012

Dear Friends, Fans and Music Lovers

Hi Friends

“The falling leaves drift by the window
The autumn leaves of red and gold”

Autumn Leaves by
Johnny Mercer/Joesph Kosma/Jaques Andre

Well…..NOT …… in Los Angeles !
But it’s nice to have  cooler weather this week
than it has been the past several weeks.

Good News

I recieved a nice royalty check in September.
It seems a television show in Ireland used one of my tune’s
and, well,  now I’m BIG in Ireland  🙂
Good Morning Dublin !!

Bad News

After 12 years my website company seems to have closed shop. So my site is not up now and I need a new site.
If anyone knows someone in the biz, please have them give me a call. I’m proud to say  I have held the  #1 and #2
Mark Carter positions on Google for a long time.

My CD’s are still available on iTunes and at all my performances. So keep those iPods,cellphones, etc,etc
Loaded up !!

As always I’m GRATEFUL for your support.
I hope to see you soon
Blessings
…..Mark

The Brass Key               Wed                     5:30-9:30 pm
2649 Highland Ave       Highland CA         909-863-7782

Friendly Hills C. C.         Thur                      6-9 pm
(members only)              Whittier

Mr. V’s Bar & Grill            Fri & Sat              7-11 pm
14320 Valley Veiw Ave   La Mirada      562- 946-2275

September 2012 Newsletter posted by on September 1, 2012

Dear Friends, Fans and Music Lovers

Hi Friends

“Do you remember,
the 21st night of September ?
Love was changing the minds of pretenders
While chasing the clouds away”

Earth, Wind, and Fire
(Barry White was a co-writer)

I hope everyone enjoyed the summer.
Now that the kids are back in school,
the County Fair is in full swing,
and Christmas sells are just  around the corner 🙂
……Must be September !!

Come on by when you can
and share some of your Autumn colors with me….

As always I’m GRATEFUL for your support.
I hope to see you soon
Blessings
…..Mark

The Brass Key               Wed                     5:30-9:30 pm
2649 Highland Ave       Highland CA         909-863-7782

Friendly Hills C. C.         Thur                      6-9 pm
(members only)              Whittier

Mr. V’s Bar & Grill            Fri & Sat              7-11 pm
14320 Valley Veiw Ave   La Mirada      562- 946-2275

August 2012 Newsletter posted by on August 1, 2012

Dear Friends, Fans and Music Lovers

Hi friends

“Man it’s a hot one, like seven inches from the midday sun”
Ron Thomas & Carlos Santana

It’s been HOT, in old Los Angeles this week AND
just for fun…..a little Earthquake was thrown in..
Weeeeeeeeeeee !
But hey…. I LOVE LA  ….Randy Newman

Last month , my grown good looking son and his wife became parents to new baby girl  !!
They are doing fine, adjusting to the new life style
and trying to catch some sleep.
I can’t wait to see her this weekend  🙂

When you get a chance …..
Stop on by
Have a cold refreshment,
Enjoy some music,
and share some Baby Pictures !!

As always I’m GRATEFUL for your support.
I hope to see you soon
…..Mark

The Brass Key               Wed                     5:30-9:30 pm
2649 Highland Ave       Highland CA         909-863-7782

Friendly Hills C. C.         Thur                      6-9 pm
(members only)              Whittier

Mr. V’s Bar & Grill            Fri & Sat              7-11 pm
14320 Valley Veiw Ave   La Mirada      562- 946-2275