{"id":9359,"date":"2023-12-13T04:29:37","date_gmt":"2023-12-13T04:29:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/boredcity.co\/?p=9359"},"modified":"2023-12-17T23:24:59","modified_gmt":"2023-12-17T23:24:59","slug":"rootiger-turning-grey","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/midnighttraintrip.com\/index.php\/2023\/12\/13\/rootiger-turning-grey\/","title":{"rendered":"Rootiger &#8211; Turning Grey"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/boredcity.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Snapinsta.app_403866065_18294442876121003_6567506458976741318_n_1080-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9360\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-spotify wp-block-embed-spotify wp-embed-aspect-21-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Spotify Embed: Turning Grey\" style=\"border-radius: 12px\" width=\"100%\" height=\"152\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen allow=\"autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/embed\/track\/0ATWcwvkSHOJAiLq7JLBZQ?si=6fa0cc35afb94d4b&#038;utm_source=oembed\"><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Mark Dunford<\/strong>, known as <strong>Rootiger<\/strong>, unveils his latest single, <strong><em>&#8220;Turning Grey,&#8221;<\/em><\/strong> a musical revelation straight from the heart of <strong>Scranton<\/strong>, <strong>Pennsylvania<\/strong>. Crafted entirely at home, the song showcases <strong>Rootiger&#8217;s <\/strong>multifaceted talents, serving as a testament to the authenticity and raw charm rooted in his hometown.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The collaboration with <strong>Audio Wizard <\/strong>and <strong>Andrew Goldring <\/strong>for mixing and mastering adds a professional touch to the track, enhancing its sonic richness. <strong>Rootiger&#8217;s <\/strong>vocals on <strong><em>&#8220;Turning Grey&#8221;<\/em><\/strong> are nothing short of captivating. He has one of the richest and most memorable voices we&#8217;ve ever heard. His delivery exudes emotion and sincerity, drawing the listener into the narrative of the song. The lyrics, paired with the melody, create an immersive experience that resonates with authenticity. It&#8217;s evident that <strong>Rootiger <\/strong>has poured his heart and soul into this single, and the result is a piece of art that transcends the boundaries of genre.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>&#8220;Turning Grey&#8221;<\/em><\/strong> not only embodies the spirit of independent artistry but also offers a glimpse into the evolving landscape of the music industry. <strong>Rootiger&#8217;s <\/strong>celebration with a brisk adds a personal touch, making the listener feel connected to the artist&#8217;s creative process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In just a few minutes, <strong><em>&#8220;Turning Grey&#8221; <\/em><\/strong>encapsulates the essence of <strong><em>Rootiger&#8217;s <\/em><\/strong>distinctive style, leaving a lasting impression and paving the way for a promising future in the music industry. <strong><em>&#8220;Turning Grey&#8221;<\/em><\/strong> is a must-listen for anyone seeking a musical experience that goes beyond the mainstream. Mark Dunford&#8217;s creative genius shines through in every note, making this single a testament to the limitless possibilities of DIY music production. As Rootiger continues to carve his path in the industry, &#8220;Turning Grey&#8221; stands as a beacon of his talent and a promising glimpse into the future of his musical journey.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>ABOUT THE ARTIST:<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/boredcity.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/JuliaFinocchiaroComputer_Science_Rootiger_MiddleEast-1.jpg?resize=682%2C1024&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-6858\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cThe EP is consistently good from beginning to end and his efforts have not gone unnoticed. Recommended.\u201d \u2013&nbsp;<strong>Matt Jensen<\/strong>, Divide &amp; Conquer music, on&nbsp;<strong>Rootiger\u2019s&nbsp;<\/strong>debut EP \u201cThings change real slow\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Hailing from the paper production capitol of the world,&nbsp;<strong>Scranton Pennsylvania<\/strong>,&nbsp;<strong>Mark Dunford&nbsp;<\/strong>writes, records, and performs under&nbsp;<strong>Rootiger&nbsp;<\/strong>\/rue.ti.gger\/. While enlisted in the Air Force,&nbsp;<strong>Dunford&nbsp;<\/strong>was mostly stationed at Holloman AFB in rural&nbsp;<strong>New Mexico<\/strong>. He lived in a cabin in&nbsp;<strong>Cloudcroft<\/strong>,&nbsp;<strong>NM&nbsp;<\/strong>working on his voice as a songwriter, making crude home recordings and self-releasing them onto the internet. After leaving the military in 2018 he relocated to Boston, MA to attend the Berklee College of Music.&nbsp;<strong>Rootiger\u2019s&nbsp;<\/strong>sound touches on indie rock, early emo, lo-fi, and americana.&nbsp;<strong>Rootiger&nbsp;<\/strong>began releasing singles in 2019 with a cover of Fugazi\u2019s \u201cI\u2019m so tired\u201d, \u201cDeadlights\u201d in 2020, and the lo-fi \u201cfolk songs &amp; trap beats\u201d in July 2021 before releasing his debut EP \u201cthings change real slow\u201d on October 29th, 2021. The EP\u2019s single \u201cShotgun Seat\u201d received over 30,000 streams on spotify. \u201cThings change real slow\u201d was recorded in June 2021 for the first time in a studio and with a band (Micah Lucas on bass,&nbsp;<strong>David Himmel&nbsp;<\/strong>on drums) at 37\u201d Productions in Rockland, MA with Zach Bloomstein producing and engineering.&nbsp;<strong>Rootiger\u2019s&nbsp;<\/strong>second EP \u201cMary\u201d was recorded at home throughout the pandemic with Dunford producing, engineering, and playing everything himself. \u201cMary\u201d comes out September, 9th 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/boredcity.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/JuliaFinocchiaroComputer_Science_Rootiger_MiddleEast-6.jpg?resize=745%2C1118&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-6859\" style=\"width:745px;height:auto\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Follow Rootiger:<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/artist\/0Y0j34LFaauwcn0zu0h6Bv?si=WWL3bcY-Rk-dhu_XVJcV0Q&amp;nd=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Spotify&nbsp;<\/a><\/strong>\u2013&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/channel\/UCshhIsfx9rYhBlGJQ31e_Sg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">YouTube&nbsp;<\/a><\/strong>\u2013&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/soundcloud.com\/rootiger\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">SoundCloud&nbsp;<\/a><\/strong>\u2013&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/web.facebook.com\/rootigerband\/photos\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Facebook&nbsp;<\/a><\/strong>\u2013&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/rootigerband\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Instagram<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Mark Dunford, known as Rootiger, unveils his latest single, &#8220;Turning Grey,&#8221; a musical revelation straight from the heart of Scranton, Pennsylvania. Crafted entirely at home, the song showcases Rootiger&#8217;s multifaceted talents, serving as a testament to the authenticity and raw charm rooted in his hometown. 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