Mark Aaron Canty is a songwriter and producer in Tennessee. Recent credits include placing his song "Boom Goes The Dynamite" in the Cable TV Reality Series "Chris and John To The Rescue." Canty's catalog is comprised of vocal compositions that are melodic and easy to connect with. His preferred genres included Roots Rock, Indie Pop, Americana, Alt Country, and Modern Piano Ballads.
Mark Aaron Canty's songs are recognized for their universal themes. In other words, he focuses on the Big Picture, an element that makes his songs ideal for television and film. Common topics throughout Canty's catalog include relationships, frustration, partying, and self-reflection -- just like in real life! He has also worked on several projects recording and producing other artists' music. Canty's voice is melodic and powerful, and would pack a bit of reality into almost any production.
Modern rock song similar to The Foo Fighters, The Killers, etc.......about escaping a boring town and a boring life. Instrumental, Rock Music, Modern Rock
Modern rock song similar to The Killers. In fact, we wrote, performed, and recorded this to sound exactly like The Killers. A little dark, kind of quirky, and very catchy. Male Vocal, Rock Music, Modern Rock
This song is our tribute to The Killers. We believe we've nailed the vibe and the sound. The theme of the song is frustration, anxiety, and apathy. The chorus is upbeat and infectious. Male Vocal, Rock Music, Modern Rock
Imagine waking up in a strange location with no memories of your past or where you came from............This song is melodic, urgent, and powerful......"Does Anybody Hear Me Scream?" is great for Sci-Fi, fantasy, or Action / Adventure scenes. Male Vocal, Rock Music, Hard Rock
I will protect you from this evil world, even if I have to give up my own life! Ominous, powerful, passionate hard rock song about protection something that is more important than yourself. Dedicated to my new daughter, Male Vocal, Rock Music, Hard Rock
Paybacks are Hell.....and this modern Arena Rock song delivers it will full sonic force! Perfect for action scenes or extreme sports productions. Hard hitting and aggressive with a great guitar-rock sound. Male Vocal, Rock Music, Hard Rock
Why do I keep screwing things up? My guardian angels must have flown away! Upbeat, incredibly catchy chorus sandwiched in between quirky, questioning verses. Male vocals with modern rock orchestration and production. Male Vocal, Rock Music, Pop Rock
We are society's disease....the runaways, the street gangs, the kids you avoid in the middle of the night, the forgotten souls that you prefer to forget...Modern Rock with an AMAZING chorus..........this song rocks in so many ways but you MUST LISTEN to appreciate, Male Vocal, Rock Music, Modern Rock
A theatrical Halloween Rock song about taking a shortcut through the graveyard on the way home and being chased by creepy crawly things. This song has a great "somebody's watching me" verse, with a great sing-a-long chorus that is pure rock and roll. Great for ALL Halloween and horror productions!! Male Vocal, Rock Music, Pop Rock
Indie rock song with a quirky, sneaky verse and a driving, rocking chorus. Imagine seeing a friend waste away on drugs and alcohol, a self-inflicted disease that ruins this once promising life. That's the lyrical theme of "Russian Roulette" Male Vocal, Indie Rock, Indie Rock
Halloween modern rock song about the dead rising from the grave to terrorize the living...YIKES! The song begins with an urgent guitar riff then progresses into a frantic verse, finally unfolding into an infectious chorus reminiscent of modern rock act My Chemical Romance....It's a SCREAM! Male Vocal, Rock Music, Hard Rock
The quintessential American Idol song....dreams, frustration, hopes, triumph, hardship: it's all covered. A soaring string section opens the song to a frustrated verse . By the middle of the song, your begin to stir. When the last chorus hits, YOUR SPIRITS WILL SOAR! Male Vocal, Rock Music, Modern Rock
Classic arena rock song with an AMAZING sense of urgency. The ominous intro gives way to a spacious wall of voices. The verse is classic hard rock building into a sonic orgy of vocal glory. This song is 100% guilty pleasure, similar to the BEST of Def Leppard with modern production. Male Vocal, Rock Music, Hard Rock
Hot thumping industrial rock song about having a bad attitude and kicking ass. If your film needs a song that is bad news...this is for you. Male Vocal, Rock Music, Modern Rock
Had a bad day?? Get over it....Here comes tomorrow!!! This is an upbeat, catchy modern rock song with a positive message. Perfect for teens, kids, tweens, twids (I made that one up), adults, seniors, PERFECT FOR EVERYBODY! Male Vocal, Rock Music, Pop Rock
You wanted her so bad that you exaggerated your own greatness...we've all done it. Eventually your flaws begin to show....and that's what this song is about. A touching, sincere MODERN rock ballad that will appeal to guys and especially to girls. Women just love it when a man has to apologize! Male Vocal, Rock Music, Modern Rock
Classic hard rock song with modern production qualities about a group of outlaws who live by the gun and die by the gun. Perfect for Westerns and films or shows about gunfights, the old west, and renegades on the run. Male Vocal, Rock Music, Hard Rock
You see her across the dance floor....she's hot and willing.......but what about your girlfriend? You just can't help yourself. The music in the club is thumping, things are getting hot and heavy.....and you are craving her corruption.....maybe your girlfriend won't find out... Male Vocal, Indie Rock, Alternative Dance
A modern rock anthem about fighting the odds to win. Perfect for action movies, or sports highlights program. This song is about being the underdog and giving everything you have to come out on top. Male Vocal, Rock Music, Modern Rock
Upbeat techno dance song about commitment and always staying connected no matter what. Pounding drums, hot synths, and a catchy chorus make this song a winner! Male Vocal, Dance Music, Techno
Modern hard industrial rock song about a menacing motorcycle gang. Nothing good comes of these Apocalyptic bad dudes, and here's a catchy song about how to deal with pure evil! Male Vocal, Rock Music, Hard Rock
Modern rock song about fighting the odds and being a survivor. Verse has a cautious feel while the chorus opens up into a huge Coldplay or U2 sound. Fresh, modern, uplifting, and atmospheric. Male Vocal, Rock Music, Modern Rock
A smooth pop song about getting rid of a cheating girlfriend. Great falsetto chorus and terrific vibe in this song. Perfect for media productions. Chorus has an early 1980's Michael Jackson vibe. Cool song, Male Vocal, Rock Music, Pop Rock
You are the leader of a notorious mafia family....some unsettling news has been brought to your attention....a member of the family is cooperating with the FBI.....he's flipped and he's putting the the whole family in danger........time to rub him out....... Male Vocal, Indie Rock, Garage Rock
He's been stepped on, taken advantage of, and beaten down by life for too long. He's not going to take it anymore. The rage is boiling over and he reaches for his gun. Not a pleasant scenario by any means. Stay out of his way! Modern, Industrial Rock with a chorus that will surprise! Male Vocal, Rock Music, Modern Rock
Apprehensive, foreboding song about the inability to catch a break in life. Feeling as if something disastrous is just around the corner. Male Vocal, Rock Music, Pop Rock
Haunting, sincere ballad about missing the woman you love and facing the fact that she may never come back. He smells her perfume but there is nobody there by his side... He keeps holding on to a dream. Delicate piano backup makes this heart-breaking melody all the sweeter. Male Vocal, Pop Music, Pop Ballads
Sometimes it's hard to say goodbye.......this is an uplifting, wholesome, Americana-tinted anthem about moving on down the line....perfect for all audiences and any scenes about waving goodbye or moving on....a great Counting Crows or John Mellencamp sound, amazing guitar work as well. Bye! Male Vocal, Americana Music, Americana Roots
A frantic, bouncy, and upbeat song about cheating on your girlfriend and getting busted... Uh Oh! Fun, upbeat music about making plans not to get caught next time he cheats on his girlfriend! Male Vocal, Rock Music, Glam Rock
The alarm goes off......another weekend brought to a screeching halt by the most hated day of the week......Monday. Wake up, put on some coffee, and try to get motivated to take on the workweek.....a quirky, upbeat little tune with terrific harmonies similar to the Beach Boys...with a modern twist! Male Vocal, Pop Music, Alternative Pop
A progressive indie rock ballad written in 5/4 time. A very tricky time signature but refreshing if you are seeking something a little different. Male Vocal, Indie Rock, Power Pop
A building ballad about the horrors of war from a soldier's perspective. The song has a "band of brothers" feel with modern production and styling. Male Vocal, Indie Rock, Alternative Rock
Beautiful ballad about struggling to make it in an unfair world from the perspective of someone who is down on their luck. Male Vocal, Pop Music, Pop Ballads
Indie rock song about independence and a restless spirit. This guy can't commit and he's destined to walk alone. Male Vocal, Indie Rock, Alternative Rock
