Mark Tinson: The Godfather of Newcastle Rock and Roll

Australian rock musician Mark Tinson — often called the Godfather of Newcastle rock — has spent more than 50 years performing, songwriting and shaping the Australian music scene. A former member of the band Rabbit, Mark has toured across Australia with acts including Heroes, Swanee, Tex Pistols and TMG. During his time with Rabbit, he played alongside Dave Evans, the original lead singer of AC/DC. Beyond performing, Mark has built an impressive career as a record producer and sound engineer, working with major Australian artists and mentoring rising Newcastle talent such as The Screaming Jets and Silverchair. Mark also shares his knowledge as head teacher at the iconic Grove Studios on the Central Coast—originally built by INXS bassist Gary Beers. His collaborations have produced instrumental guitar releases under the names Steelville Cats and Surfcats. Alongside performing and teaching, Mark continues to support the music community through appearances on ABC Radio and lectures at the Newcastle Conservatorium of Music. 🌐 https://marktinsonmusic.com His new book offers a fascinating look at his life in music and his role in shaping the Newcastle rock scene 👍 Like, comment, and subscribe for more interviews with incredible musicians! 🎤 Gioia Di Donato ☕ https://buymeacoffee.com/gioia67 😀   / gioiadidonato   📷   / gioiadidonato   🎵 Spotify https://creators.spotify.com/pod/prof... 🍏 Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Further Reading: Anthony O’Grady https://amzn.to/3RT9xJx Clinton Walker https://amzn.to/4jhZIkA Mark Mordue https://amzn.to/42hZp37 Stuart Coupe https://amzn.to/3Yt2smX Tana Douglas Loud https://amzn.to/4fSYV8J Donald Robertson https://amzn.to/4cD0B4v The Bob King Collection - https://amzn.to/3YgV8eT Plastered - Murray Walding https://amzn.to/3XToyzp New Rock'N'Roll - Coupe & Baker https://amzn.to/3zyWl6N Cold Chisel - Michael Lawrence https://amzn.to/4f0xIju Rob Hirst Willies Bar Grill - https://amzn.to/4cQvr8E Sound as Ever - Jane Gazzo https://amzn.to/4cGpImw Every Pic Story - Tony Mott https://amzn.to/3W1PbiO RnR Photography - Tony Mott https://amzn.to/3zzTTNo Edited by ‪@robdido‬