This song was written with the past, present and future in mind. It examines the times we are living in now although it could apply to any Century. The message of What we need now is "Love, Peace, Charity and Kindness" . . . These Words Remind . . . As the song progresses, it asks the questions of what will give our World the Love, Peace, etc., we desire for Human Beings and all living things on Earth; then, it hits you with the answers you know are truthful and necessary to obtain. Could it be possible, if only? 
Mark Alexander Carroll

These Words Remind

Many of us, if not all of us, have that one person who has and/or may try to control every decision - Life in General. 'I'm Not Like U!' is a rebel reaction to that notion and tells anyone you'd like that I'm Not You and I'm Certainly NOT Like You! Dark and to the point. 
Mark Alexander Carroll

I'm Not Like U!

This is a cover of a Classic Rock Song penned by the late Steve Marriott/Lane with "Small Faces" in the Studio 18 November 1968. Released 14 November 1969. The structure is the same; however, I did my bit of arrangement changes on the instruments and vocals. As I said, this is a Cover and I do not intend to sell this version, which was recorded on the tune's 50th anniversary year 2019. Hope you enjoy as much as I enjoyed putting it together.

Mark Alexander Carroll Covers

Tin Soldier (Cover)

This Song was specifically written about Iraq; however, as time has gone by I changed my mind about the words. They can comply to ALL Wars. No disrespect to Volunteer and/or Conscripted "Drafted" Warriors. In the toughest of campaign goals, no matter how well planned, the thought, in a moment, for any human is that Wars are Hopeless. The Sacrifices, Permanently Injured to the Ultimate gift of Life is necessary when Wars are fought. I salute All Veterans. If we could Save our World through diplomacy and find Common Ground with All Humans on Earth, then Peace is Possible.  I'm a Dreamer - no Different than ... well, no name dropping. Peace and Love To All.

Hopeless

This is written as an observation of what is reflected in the media regarding our Future - Our Children. What we Do is Not Enough. They Need to be Loved, Nurtured, Mentored and Cherished to name just a few reasons.   WE MUST DO BETTER.  Video available on You Tube.

It's Not Enough

Actually, I was trying to come up with something that had a catchy Guitar Riff like The Beatles 'Day Tripper' . . . Well it didn't quite come out that way; however, it has a lot of Guitar Tracks complimenting each other. The Words are about young Love and commitment. But, "What R The Chances?"

What R the Chances?

Simplistic Track with Multiple Guitar licks with only a few chords. It IS a New World in the 21st Century. This is not a political statement by saying "Unwanted Male" - It's a World that no longer HAS to be run by Men alone. As I say in the lyrics "Don't Get Me Wrong, I'm Not Complaining!"
Look At History, we MEN haven't been great caregiver's of Earth. Judge for Yourself. Just enjoy the simple weird music arrangement.

Untitled 4 a Reason

It's a New World/Unwanted Male

Cover of Song penned by Buffalo Springfield (Steven Stills) - David Crosby is uncredited on their original track. My homage to a great Group where all of them eventually became in various Super Star Group Status in the early 70s. Hope you enjoy my take.

Rock and Roll Woman

A Cover of The Beatles (John Lennon) 'You've Got To Hide Your Love Away' from their HELP Album. John wrote later that it was his homage to Bob Dylan. It's a very simple, minimal instrumentation, but very subtle. I added a high harmony to the vocal to make it slightly different. All instruments/recording by Mark Alexander Carroll - Hope you enjoy!

You've Got To Hide Your Love Away (Cover)

Yet another Cover of one of my Influencers over the years - Todd Rundgren. His Song "Heavy Metal Kids" is a caustic recording with lots of Guitar work and great lyrics. It has a timeless message and can be related to by any generation - especially the 'Rebel' with or without a cause!!! I attempted to duplicate the original with a combination of his In-house Recording on his "Todd" Album and his live performances with my version added in there. All instruments/recording by Mark Alexander Carroll - Hope you Enjoy!

Heavy Metal Kids (Cover)

This is an MP3 - in fact, all of my current uploads are - so the overall quality can be better, but don't let that stop you from putting your ear buds on and turning up the volume! This is the YouTube Link to The Video . . . youtu.be/RJ6bXfo6eos    This song is part of a Trilogy I have recorded regarding Wars. It doesn't matter what War, drafted or Professional Patriotic Warriors - 'They Did What They Were Told' - I have a great respect for all Service Men and Women. My real desire is Peace on this Earth (Would that not be a good thing?) As of 3/23/20, our war is against an invisible enemy and We, the World, Are All In This Together (at least we should be). Saving Grace for us all. Peace and Love to everyone. All instruments/voices/production by Mark Alexander Carroll (ASCAP) All Rights Reserved. This is the YouTube Link to The Video . . . https://youtu.be/RJ6bXfo6eos

They Did What They Were Told

I Originally wrote this Song many years ago with the title "Can't You Feel The Same" . . . In recent times, I re-thought the theme and elected to re-arrange the music/instruments/vocals/lyrics making it an Angst of Love of WANT and Desire . . . a last plea 'Before The Music Fades Away' .
Rather it happens or not, it's Freedom of feelings for the best. Is it a beginning? or...is it for closure?  You decide. Thanks for your Time.

Before the Music Fades Away

Collaboration with Glennray Tutor. He Pinned the tuned/lyrics and we co-arranged/produced/mastered. Mr. Tutor plays Lead Guitar . . . While I do the instruments/vocals. The Mood is like the title of the Song 'House Of Mystery' . . . Rooms after Rooms . . . Never Seen Before . . . A Dream?

The Glennray Tutors

House of Mystery

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