......to the website of singer, songwriter, musician Mark Bumgarner. Mark is a performing musician of more than thirty years. He's been working primarily as a solo artist since returning to Western North Carolina in 2005. In addition to his solo work, Mark has also been performing in recent years with his wife Aimee in the duo CALICO MOON.  

His musical style is a blend of roots country, bluegrass and hillbilly blues that creates a true "Southern Americana" sound.


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PRESS RELEASE:  (click here to read the full text)

TRUE "SOUTHERN AMERICANA" MUSICIAN MARK BUMGARNER RELEASES ALBUM AND SINGLE TO RADIO THROUGH AIRPLAY DIRECT.

ASHEVILLE, North Carolina – Western North Carolina native Mark Bumgarner proudly announces the independent release of his album “On My Way Back Home” and first single, “Can’t Stop My Heart”  to radio worldwide through Airplay Direct. This album of all acoustic recordings is a collection of original material, obscure finds and classic gems. The album also features many great musicians including:
Nicky Sanders with The Steep Canyon Rangers,
Buddy Melton with Balsam Range,
Mark Schmick with Larry Keel & Natural Bridge,
Ron Shuffler with Micheal Cleveland & Dale Ann Bradley,
Mark W. Winchester with Emmylou Harris & The Brian Setzer Orchestra.

“This album is some of my best work after 30 years of touring as a musician and singer-songwriter. I had the privilege to record with many great artists and musicians on this album. I hope you enjoy my efforts” said Bumgarner.