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    Good Days 3:25
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    Pouring Down On Me 3:53
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    Evangeline 4:32
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    Rainy Day In Mexico 3:49
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    Every Song I've Ever Heard Of Love 4:05
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    All It Ever Takes 3:45
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    Curious Thing 4:20
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    Don't Cry 3:40
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SHORT BIO

The music of Mark DeRose & The Dreadnoughts calls upon DeRose's (S/SW) love for rootsy blue-eyed soul and classic rock of the late 60s and 70s. One review summarized the music as, “Thoughtful and provocative, laden with metaphors of hope and celebration for life. It’s the stuff that makes feel good music feel so good!”.

With 5 albums, 2 EP's and a long list of venues, events and festivals to his credit, DeRose has been sharing his original music with audiences for over 2 decades.  He's opened for national touring artists Rusted Root, Gin Blossoms, Michelle Branch, Edwin McCain, Blues Traveler, The Sugar Hill Gang and Josh Kelley. As well, he performed as part of an NFL halftime show for the Baltimore Ravens, and his music has been licensed for use on daytime television.

For nearly 10 years, DeRose has been forging his craft with his musical brothers in the Dreadnoughts. The core of the band is held down by DeRose on guitars and keys, Chris Jakubowicz on bass and Dan Brenner on drums. A rich layer of melodic goodness is then added by the DREADNOUGHT's two man horn section of Ryan Shenk on sax and Vinny Shickora on Trumpet.  Additionally, DeRose loves the opportunity to take advantage of his bandmate's ability to sing harmony vocals, frequently adding the use of 3 and 4 part harmonies to their songs. Willing and ready to perform their mix of both originals and covers, the band is musically pliable and able to entertain a wide variety of audiences. 

The main goal when this band steps on stage is simple,  spread a little joy through music! For fans of Van Morrison, Dave Matthews, The Doobies, Tedeschi Trucks, The Allman Brothers and The Band.

CAREER HIGHLIGHTS

OPENER/SUPPORT - Blues Traveler, Rusted Root, Michelle Branch, Gin Blossoms, Edwin McCain, Josh Kelley, Tony Lucca, Sugar Hill Gang, Amy Speese & shared the stage with the Baltimore Marching Ravens as a part of an NFL Halftime Show. 

NOMINATIONS - Album "In Search of the Good Days" nominated for Album of the Year in '21 by the Central Pa. Musician's Hall Of Fame. Showcased 7 times at various industry events.   

PERFORMANCES - Performed at over 200 varied Festivals, Events, Venues and Colleges. (FOR A FULL LIST OF PAST PERFORMANCES,  see PDF enclosed below in section labeled "Show Advance")  

LICENSED MUSIC - music licensed for use on daytime television. 

REVIEWS

“ Top notch band - I highly recommend them, and I certainly will be hiring them again! ” - Carley Balindabagabo - INGOMA Events
“"(In Search of the Good Days" is) balm for the blues... an uplifting blend of soulful, rootsy jams with a twinge of vintage flair, it offers the exact kind of music we could all use a little more of right now". ” - Claire Hannum, Fine Living Lancaster - Issue 58
“Mark DeRose plays a sunny blend of folk and funk. The music shines through those ‘glass half empty days’” - Mike Cagesso, York Daily Record
“All in the band are professionals, great guys and easy to work with. The band is not only a joy to book, but also a joy to listen to - from start to finish. ” - Rob DeJessa - Booking, Wyndridge Beer Garden - Lancaster, PA

UPCOMING SHOWS

    Mar 25 2023

    Our Town Brewery , Lancaster

    Mark DeRose & The Dreadnoughts (TRIO) @ Our Town Brewing @ Our Town Brewery , Lancaster
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    Apr 1 2023

    Big Hill Ciderworks , Garnders

    Mark SOLO @ Big Hill Ciderworks @ Big Hill Ciderworks , Garnders
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    Apr 14 2023

    Columbia Kettle Works 2nd Gear , Lancaster

    Mark SOLO @ Columbia Kettle Works 2nd Gear @ Columbia Kettle Works 2nd Gear , Lancaster
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    May 13 2023

    Nissley Vineyards , Bainbridge

    Mark DeRose & The Dreadnoughts @ Nissley Vineyard's Spring Fest @ Nissley Vineyards , Bainbridge
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    May 18 2023

    Soma Block Party (Historic District - South 3rd St. Downtown Harrisburg. PA) , Harrisburg

    Mark DeRose & The Dreadnoughts @ SOMA Block Party @ Soma Block Party (Historic District - South 3rd St. Downtown Harrisburg. PA) , Harrisburg
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    May 20 2023

    Woodridge Swim Club , Lititz

    Mark DeRose & The Dreadnoughts @ Woodridge Brew Fest @ Woodridge Swim Club , Lititz
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    May 26 2023

    Mayfair Festival of The Arts, Allentown

    Mark DeRose & The Dreadnoughts @ Mayfair Festival of the Arts @ Mayfair Festival of The Arts, Allentown
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    Jun 10 2023

    Big Hill Ciderworks , Garnders

    Mark DeRose & The Dreadnoughts @ Big Hill Ciderworks @ Big Hill Ciderworks , Garnders
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    Jun 17 2023

    Honesdale Roots and Rhythm Festival , Honesdale

    Mark DeRose & The Dreadnoughts @ Honesdale Roots & Rhythm Festival @ Honesdale Roots and Rhythm Festival , Honesdale
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    Jun 24 2023

    Shoppes at Belmont , Lanaster

    Mark DeRose & The Dreadnoughts @ Belmont Summer Music Series @ Shoppes at Belmont , Lanaster
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    Aug 11 2023

    Nissley Vineyards , Bainbridge

    Mark DeRose & The Dreadnoughts @ Nissley Winery Summer Music Series @ Nissley Vineyards , Bainbridge
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    Aug 18 2023

    Binn's Park - Downtown Lancaster, PA , Lancaster

    Mark DeRose & The Dreadnoughts @ Music For Everyone's Music Friday MAIN STAGE @ Binn's Park - Downtown Lancaster, PA , Lancaster
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    Aug 26 2023

    Tellus 360, Lancaster

    Mark DeRose & The Dreadnoughts @ Tellus 360 opening for AMFM @ Tellus 360, Lancaster
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    Sep 16 2023

    Foreman Family Homestead , Marrietta

    Mark DeRose & The Dreadnoughts @ 2nd Annual Dreadnought Family Picnic (TIME TBA) @ Foreman Family Homestead , Marrietta
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    Sep 30 2023

    Cherry Crest Farm , Ronks

    Mark DeRose & The Dreadnoughts @ Cherry Crest Adventure Farm Beer Garden @ Cherry Crest Farm , Ronks
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    Oct 21 2023

    Lancaster History , Lancaster

    Mark DeRose & The Dreadnoughts @ Lancaster History's Fall Fest @ Lancaster History , Lancaster
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    Mar 2 2023

    Shy Bear Brewing Co. , Lewistown

    Mark SOLO @ Shy Bear Brewing Co. @ Shy Bear Brewing Co. , Lewistown
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    Feb 18 2023

    Big Hill Ciderworks , Garnders

    Mark SOLO @ Big Hill Ciderworks @ Big Hill Ciderworks , Garnders
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    Feb 3 2023

    Tellus 360, Lancaster

    Mark DeRose & The Dreadnoughts @ Tellus 360 w/Red Hill Road @ Tellus 360, Lancaster
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    Dec 21 2022

    Willow Valley , Willow Valley

    Mark DeRose & The Dreadnoughts @ Willow Valley (Holiday Show) @ Willow Valley , Willow Valley
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    Nov 11 2022

    Cox Brewing Company , Elizabethtown

    Mark DeRose & The Dreadnoughts @ Cox Brewing Company @ Cox Brewing Company , Elizabethtown
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    Oct 30 2022

    Lancaster History , Lancaster

    Mark DeRose & The Dreadnoughts @ Lancaster History's Fall Fest @ Lancaster History , Lancaster
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    Oct 28 2022

    Dogfish Brewings and Eats , Rehoboth

    Mark SOLO @ Dogfish Head Brewings & Eats @ Dogfish Brewings and Eats , Rehoboth
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    Oct 8 2022

    Garber Annual Barn Party , Sinking Springs

    Mark DeRose & The Dreadnoughts @ Garber Annual Barn Party @ Garber Annual Barn Party , Sinking Springs
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    Oct 1 2022

    Big Hill Cider Works , Gardners

    Mark DeRose & The Dreadnoughts @ Big Hill Cider Works @ Big Hill Cider Works , Gardners
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    Sep 25 2022

    Lititz Craft Beer Fest , Lititz

    Mark DeRose & The Dreadnoughts @ Lititz Craft Beer Fest @ Lititz Craft Beer Fest , Lititz
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    Sep 17 2022

    Grandview Vineyard , Mount Joy

    Mark DeRose & The Dreadnoughts First Annual "Dreadnought Family Picnic" @ Grandview Vineyard , Mount Joy
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    Sep 16 2022

    Kitchen Kettle Village , Intercourse

    Mark DeRose & The Dreadnoughts TRIO @ Kitchen Kettle Village Tailgate Fest @ Kitchen Kettle Village , Intercourse
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    Sep 10 2022

    Lancaster Music Fest , Lancaster

    Mark DeRose & The Dreadnoughts ACOUSTIC TRIO @ Lancaster Music Fest @ Lancaster Music Fest , Lancaster
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    Sep 9 2022

    Tellus 360, Lancaster

    Mark DeRose & The Dreadnoughts @ Tellus 360 (Acoustic Trio) @ Tellus 360, Lancaster
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    Sep 3 2022

    Shoppes at Belmont , Lanaster

    Mark DeRose & The Dreadnoughts @ Shoppes at Belmont Summer Music Series @ Shoppes at Belmont , Lanaster
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    Sep 2 2022

    Cox Brewing Company , Elizabethtown

    Mark DeRose & The Dreadnoughts (TRIO) @ Cox Brewing @ Cox Brewing Company , Elizabethtown
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    Aug 20 2022

    Grandview Vinyeyard - Deck Music Series , Mount Joy

    Mark DeRose SOLO @ Grandview Vinyeyard - Deck Music Series , Mount Joy
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    Aug 18 2022

    Arts Walk Pocket Park , Allentown

    Mark DeRose & The Dreadnoughts @ Rock The Walk @ Arts Walk Pocket Park , Allentown
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    Aug 14 2022

    Cassel Vineyards , Hummelstown

    Mark DeRose & The Dreadnoughts @ Cassel Vineyards @ Cassel Vineyards , Hummelstown
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    Aug 6 2022

    Waltz Vineyards Estate Winery , Manheim

    Mark DeRose & The Dreadnoughts @ Waltz Vineyards @ Waltz Vineyards Estate Winery , Manheim
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    SHOW ADVANCE

    Mark DeRose & The Dreadnought's FULL BIO PDF Downloadable FULL Mark DeRose & The Dreadnought's Bio & Elevator Pitch. 1020 KB
    Listing of Past Performances Highlight listing of various festivals, venues, events, etc. played. 820 KB
    Reviews and Quotes Compilation of reviews and quotes collected over the years, on behalf of Mark and the band. 864 KB
    Full Band Tech Rider & Stage Plot Tech Rider & Stage Plot for the full band (4 piece band of Drums, Bass, Guitar & Keys PLUS 2 horns) 378 KB
    FULL COLOR Show Poster Full color show poster with logo and Logotype/band name. Space available at bottom to write in show date, time and details. 6.45 MB
    Logotype, Black & White, without background Mark DeRose & The Dreadnoughts black and white logotype, clear/transparent background. 195 KB
    Logo, Full Color, without background Mark DeRose & The Dreadnoughts full color logo, clear/transparent background. 453 KB

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    L to R: Dan, Chris, Mark, Blake and Ryan. (Photo - www.markpontz.photos

    L to R: Dan, Chris, Mark, Blake and Ryan. (Photo - www.markpontz.photos

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