Mark Robinson (drummer)
Mark "Gordon" Robinson (born January 21, 1989) is an American drummer and business owner. Robinson played drums with notable acts as the Jonas Brothers, Kenny Chesney and Keith Urban. He is currently the CEO and owner of Storyboard, LLC. based in Atlanta, Ga.
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Background information | |
Birth name | Mark Gordon Robinson |
Also known as | Gordy |
Born | January 21, 1989 |
Origin | Palatine, Illinois, US |
Genres | Pop, rock, jazz fusion |
Occupation(s) | Musician, drummer |
Instrument(s) | Drums |
Years active | 2008–present |
Labels | Storyboard, LLC. |
Website | www |
Life and career
At an early age, Mark had many music industry connections through a variety of people and bands. From 2002–2004, he attended Eastern Christian High School with Kevin Jonas of the Jonas Brothers. From 2004–2008, Robinson played in a variety of Christian music scenes in the Chicago area,[1] even playing with his own band around town. In 2009, he played with Kenny Chesney[2] and Keith Urban[3] at Soldier Field during their 2009 Summer Tour. Opening artists included; LeAnn Rimes, Gary Allen, and Lady Antebellum.
In 2013, Mark started Storyboard, LLC., a tri-venture company out of Atlanta, Ga.[1] Storyboard, LLC. focus' on local music lessons, hosts interviews of upcoming and underground artists for Storyboard's online channel and even houses an independent record label.
He joined the band Revel In Romance[4] in 2014.
Personal life
Robinson was born in Minot, North Dakota and early on moved to Palatine, Illinois. In 2002 he moved to Wyckoff, New Jersey where he attended Eastern Christian High School with Kevin Jonas. He has two brothers, one older, Phil, and Tim is his younger brother. He graduated from William Fremd High School in Palatine, Illinois in 2007.
References
- "Storyboard". Storyboard.
- TRIBUNE, Alison Bonaguro, SPECIAL TO THE. "Kenny Chesney scores on talent at Soldier Field". chicagotribune.com.
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- "Revel in Romance". 106.1 WNGC.