Mark Mallman is a Minneapolis-based artist renowned for his inventive stage persona and expansive body of work in the indie music scene for over two decades. With a career that has seen him experiment with everything from telepresence robots to EEG MIDI brain control music, Mark Mallman is no stranger to artistic innovation and exploration.
Known for marathon performances that have stretched up to 78 hours and penning songs for popular TV shows like Rick and Morty, his creative energy and determination have earned him a global following. For well over two decades, his studio releases have spread his sound to fans around the world while showcasing a constantly evolving musical output.
His 2021 album Happiness further staked his claim as a master of indie rock, while his 2019 memoir The Happiness Playlist offered a touching exploration of music as a balm for grief and anxiety. Praised by critics from USA Today to NME, Mark’s work is celebrated for its originality and emotional power.
In his latest release however, the new single titled “The Cancer,” he embarks on a new sonic journey, stepping away from a synth pop-focused sound and embracing the intricate textures of a string quartet. Released on June 22nd to align with the start of the Cancer zodiac sign, the track marks his first foray into chamber pop, a genre that showcases his versatility as a musician.
Brought in by the delicate and playful arrangement of strings, soft staccato tones add rhythm as fluttering flute leads add dashes of sonic colour to the mix. Mark’s rich voice enters to thread elegant melodic leads that apply a subtle rock edge to the graceful instrumentation while smooth flourishes glide alongside his vocals.
Once again showcasing his songwriting flair, thoughtful lyricism and performance panache, “The Cancer” reveals a new side to Mark Mallman’s musical world. As an artist who’s remained at the top of his game for so long, he continues to go from strength to strength as he explores new musical territory on this superb new single.
Commenting on the single, he shares, “Cancer is my birth sign. So many of the artists and musicians I know are this zodiac sign. It’s essential to be emotional when you’re creative. I feel lucky. Yes, we cry a lot, but we’re also kind and happy. I wrote a whole book about that.”
Listen to The Cancer below
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