Always a songwriter first and at heart, Salling recently released his debut solo album “Smoke Signals” under the pseudonym Jericho. A jack-of-all-trades, Salling plays guitar, piano, bass and drums while writing, producing and singing lead vocals on all his tracks and even lending his original songs to other artists such as Josh Green and Danielle McKee. A sound unlike any other, Salling’s music is an eclectic blend of indie and alternative rock, with the timelessness of Radiohead, and the pop sensibility of Coldplay. Drawing much of his inspiration from musical groundbreakers as Thom Yorke and Trent Reznor, Salling has committed to a lifestyle of perfecting his primary passion, branching out into all genres, jazz, country, rock, pop and even hip-hop.
Salling, a native of the lone star state left Dallas, Texas with nothing but a suitcase and guitar, moved to Tinsletown, hoping to catch a break and make it on talent alone. But as with most who head out west, the beginning was slow-going—he attended the Los Angeles Music Academy in Pasadena, CA and got a job teaching guitar lessons .
A career years in the making, and five agonizing auditions for “Glee” later, Salling booked the role of “Puck,” the hardcore jock wired with showtunes, beating out several well-known actors for the part.
When he’s not filming the show, Salling can almost always be found behind a guitar or set of keys. Additionally, he enjoys playing basketball, frisbee golf and lifting weights while remaining active in his love of birds and wildlife by volunteering with the James Hunter Wildlife Rescue charity. He enjoys jazz nights at local Hollywood bars and always makes sure there is time left over for his beloved Blue Heeler, “Hank.”
Official Site:
www.marksallingmusic.com
I don't know why but for some reason or other (happens often) Last.fm thinks that some artists don't exist and redirect you to who they think that you mean. In this case I am redirected here and Mark Sallings did exist. So because of having no other choice (I am not allowed to leave a biography on Mark Sallings page.), I am going to provide his biography here below.
MARK SALLINGS
Muscian Song Writer Blues Harpist
Mark Thomas Sallings was born near Helena, Arkansas. He picked up the nick name "Mighty Oak" along the way. Sallings began playing the harp professionally at age 14, and worked in Memphis as a session player with Stax Records right out of high school.
As a journeyman musician, Sallings performed with the Coon Elder Band and as part of country star David Lynn Jones' band during the 1980s, appearing in three of Jones' music videos. Sallings formed his Famous Unknowns band in the early-90s, performing across the country at club dates and festivals. Sallings, also, made frequent appearances at the Arkansas Blues & Heritage Festival through the years.
Sallings recorded two albums with the Famous Unknowns – "Let It Be Known" in 1996 and "Talkin' To Myself" a year later – as well as a solo album, "Temporary Life", which was released in 2005. Sallings also performed on legendary Memphis producer Jim Dickinson's 2006 album "Voodoo Tiger".
Endorsed by Hohner Harmonics and widely considered in the industry as one of the best Delta-style harp players, Sallings was also a talented saxophone and piano player. A familiar presence on the thriving Arkansas blues scene.
Mark Sallings tragically died in a two-vehicle accident while driving to a casino gig in Tunica, Mississippi. Mark Sallings will be missed by his many fans, both at home and overseas.
Mark Sallings recorded only one CD as a group entity, with The Famous Unknowns, titled: Up Close and Personal. Shortly after the release of the CD, The Famous Unknowns disbanded and Mark embarked upon a solo career, performing as front man for his own band: "Mark Sallings and The Famous Unknowns." In 1995 he was signed to Vent Records out of Birmingham, Alabama, where he recorded his first solo CD as simply, Mark Sallings titled: Let it Be Known. Let it Be Known was followed by another solo CD on the Vent label, titled: Talkin' to Myself. Vent Records shut down at the end of 1999. Mark went on to record and independent project, titled: Temporary Life
You can also see: Mark Sallings & the Famous Unknowns on Last.fm.
Birth: Apr. 11, 1952 Death: Feb. 25, 2009
Sweet Caroline
Mark Salling Lyrics
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But then I know when it's growing strong
Oh, wasn't the spring, whoo
And spring became the summer
Who'd believe you'd come along
Hands, touching hands, reaching out
Touching me, touching you
Good times never seem so good
I've been inclined to believe it never would
Oh, sweet Caroline
Good times never seem so good
I've been inclined to believe it never would ooh oh no no
The song 'Sweet Caroline' by Mark Salling is a cover of the original song by Neil Diamond. The lyrics are about a woman named Caroline who has brought happiness and joy into the singer's life. The opening lines "Where it began, I can't begin to know when" suggest that the singer is unsure of how and when his feelings for Caroline started. However, as time passes by, he realizes that his feelings for her have become stronger and that she has become an integral part of his life.
The lyrics "Hands, touching hands, reaching out, touching me, touching you" suggest that the singer is physically intimate with Caroline, but the emphasis is more on the emotional connection they share. He sees her not just as a lover but also as a friend with whom he can share everything. The chorus "Sweet Caroline, good times never seemed so good, I've been inclined to believe they never would" indicates that being with Caroline has uplifted his spirits and he cannot believe how happy he is with her.
Line by Line Meaning
Where it began, I can't begin to know when
I have no idea when this all started
But then I know when it's growing strong
But I know when it's getting stronger
Oh, wasn't the spring, whoo
It wasn't in the springtime
And spring became the summer
But it was in the summer
Who'd believe you'd come along
I never thought you would appear in my life
Hands, touching hands, reaching out
Our hands reach out to make contact
Touching me, touching you
We touch each other
Oh, sweet Caroline
You are so sweet, Caroline
Good times never seem so good
My good times have never been this good
I've been inclined to believe it never would
I used to think things could never get this good
Oh, sweet Caroline
You are so sweet, Caroline
Good times never seem so good
My good times have never been this good
I've been inclined to believe it never would ooh oh no no
I never thought this kind of happiness was possible
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Neil Diamond
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Where it began, I can't begin to knowing
But then I know it's growing strong
Was in the spring
Then spring became the summer
Who'd have believed you'd come along
Hands, touching hands
Reaching out, touching me, touching you
Sweet Caroline
Good times never seemed so good
I'd be inclined
To believe they never would
But now I
Look at the night and it don't seem so lonely
We filled it up with only two
And when I hurt
Hurting runs off my shoulders
How can I hurt when I'm holding you
One, touching one
Reaching out, touching me, touching you
Sweet Caroline
Good times never seemed so good
I'd be inclined
To believe they never would
Oh no, no
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Kirsti Swanson
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I wish the show let the romance between puck and Rachel play out a lot longer than they did. At least for a whole season
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eh idk I've felt like Puck always had a deep/sincere respect for Rachel given the whole "jew" to "jew" vibe and she always made his best friend (Finn) happy, puck and rache for sure have chemistry but just as in a friendly way.
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i don't know if whole season, that would've been too much. But three chapters would have been perfect
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