A Native American (Navajo) Musician from Farmington, New Mexico. Playing Drums since the age of 15 and has been in other local bands as a Guitarist/ Bassist. Being self taught and learning from listening and watching his favorite drummers through out the years. His influences range from Christoph Schneider of Rammstein, Brent Smedley of Out of Darkness and Ray Luzier of KoRn.

Joining his former Indigenous Metal band Signal 99 from 2008-2018 Playing a wide variety of shows from Local, SXSW in Austin, Texas 4 Times, Touring Mexico 2 Times (Deadsea Records Tour), opening up the 2nd Stage at The 2011 Rockstar Energy Uproar Festival in Albuquerque, New Mexico as the Battle of the Bands Winners and getting to perform at The Legendary Viper Room in Hollywood, California with The band Dope. In his time with Signal 99 they also had Native American Musical Award Nominations for "Best Debut Artist" and "Best Music Video" for their song "Banner of Corpses" in 2011 and in February of 2018 is when Mark Officially became a part of The ever growing Soultone Family.

Becoming The New Drummer for the Gallup, NM Indigenous Groove Metal Band TRIBUS in August of 2023, after being asked to fill in for a couple of shows beforehand. Now utilizing all the knowledge He has acquired over the years going into a New Band, From the good/bad experiences, Countless Hours on the road and Past Guidance from Band Managers. Determined to take Himself and TRIBUS to New Levels beyond their Musical Capabilities and continues to Inspire Future Up and Coming Drummers/Musician's in The Four Corners Region of New Mexico.

As of July 1, 2024 Mark became the New Drummer for the Albuquerque, NM Indigenous Female Fronted Metal Band Project BC, after filling in on shows from April-June 2024 and having done shows along with TRIBUS since September of 2023. Mark's hard work and experience eventually lead to being asked if He wanted to be their New Drummer for the band. Mark and His Bandmates are now ready for a New Chapter and what lies ahead for Project BC with the new lineup.

Look out for TRIBUS and Project BC, coming to a city near You.

"The Quality and Craftsmanship they put into each cymbal and they're just built differently from the other brands and have a very unique sound of their own.
I Love everything about Soultone, from the different models and sizes. They've withstood my hard hitting since I've got them which makes them very durable and dependable for any future Soultone Artist.
Soultone has alot to offer to any type of drummer and they will help You find what you're looking for if you're unsure what kinda sound you want. They take care of you and focus on "The Artist" and will make sure you get what you're exactly looking for.
They have helped Me grow as an artist by making Me a Better version of myself, I take more pride in everything I do on and off the stage. When it comes to Artist Relations, Soultone is the best hands down. They take the time to listen to what You want as an artist, they're always so helpful and willing to get You what you exactly need and I Thank You Laura and everyone at Soultone for being so helpful and making my dreams a reality!"

Mark Proudly Plays The Explosion Series Line of Soultone Cymbals, Tama Drums, PDP Drums, Remo Drumheads and Vater Drumsticks.

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