As some of you may know, Mark also writes and performs Children's Music. Some years back, Mark spent time playing bass in children's music project. When that gig ended, Mark decided he'd like to strike out on his own. These years later, Mark's received the honor of being nominated for 2022's Best Children's Music Artist by the Central Pennsylvania Musician's Hall of Fame. Voting is currently open @ https://vote.easypolls.net/63c323d37e59a7005f014969

After a little bit of a respite from gigs to take some time to get ready for some upcoming studio efforts... we're excited to announce our next upcoming show. Tellus 360, Friday Feb. 3rd with our friends Red Hill Road, fronted by our dear ol' friend and former bandmate Blake Hillard! Blake fronts this 4 piece Americana/Roots band which performs a mix of originals and covers. Visit BlakeHillardmusic.com to listen for yourself and check out videos. Tix are $10 in advance (available via on line link SOON! We…

YEAR IN REVIEW!!! 'Twas a good year, here are some highlights of the year was 2022 for Mark DeRose & The Dreadnoughts.  I could not ask for better friends of both me and my music than Libby and Steve Foreman! Back in February they opened the doors of their home to my music and to a house full of their friends. A HUGE highlight of my year, and up there with one of my FAVORITE shows I've ever played, was the house concert they hosted that evening.

2022 included the addition of Vinny Shickora on trumpet to our…