Mark Bogert Antiquity Neon

Mark Bogert – Antiquity Neon

Mark Bogert is a Dutch rock guitarist, known for his work with the rock bands Magoria and Knight Area. Over the past decade, he has also released two solo albums. In addition to his work with his main bands, Mark frequently performs as a session musician. In 2024, he stepped in as a guitarist for the British progressive rock band Arena, replacing John Mitchell during their tour.

That same year, he was named Guitarist of the Year in the Benelux by Gitarist magazine. Later in 2024, Mark also performed in the theater show Storytellers Gitaarhelden, alongside renowned guitarists such as Harry Sacksioni and Maarten Peters. Now, he’s ready to release his highly anticipated third solo album!

The music on the new album ‘Antiquity Neon’ can best be described as instrumental rock. The guitar replaces the vocal melody, so to speak, with strong and narrative melodies and clear song structures taking centre stage. During the recording of the album, Mark invited various musicians with whom he wanted to collaborate. Among others, he managed to enlist bassist Stuart Hamm (Joe Satriani, Steve Vai) for a contribution on the new album.

Dolphin Blue Vinyl

Review quotes

“Pleasant instrumental guitar tracks that will surely appeal to fans of Satriani and Vai.”
Rock Tribune (8,5/10)

“Fans of the genre will undoubtedly enjoy ‘Antiquity Neon’.”
BetreutesProggen (9/15)

“Be sure to check out this album as soon as possible! A true instrumental, melodic rock masterpiece!”
My Global Mind (9/10)

“A must for guitar freaks, but also for anyone who appreciates well-crafted rock guitar instrumentals.”
Eclipsed Magazine (7.5/10)

“You can hear tasteful hints of the days of Passion and Warfare (Vai) and Surfing with the Alien (Satriani), without Bogert ever slipping into imitation or repetition.”
Aardschok (8/10)

“Antiquity Neon is a highly enjoyable album on which Mark’s guitar playing sounds completely effortless — as if he’s pulling it out of thin air. A record that provides a fantastic soundtrack to the beautiful falling of leaves this autumn.”
Arrow Lords Of Metal (7,5/10)

“‘Antiquity Neon’ is a very varied album that is easy to listen to, yet complex in structure.”
Rockmuzine (83/100)

“This Mark Bogert CD is definitely in the upper league. Better make sure to check out this album a.s.a.p.!  A true instrumental melodic rocking masterpiece!”
Strutterzine (9/10)

“This album leaves you wanting more, so you’ll want to play it more often.”
Catching Music

“‘Antiquity Neon’ has become an album on which Mark Bogert lets his guitar skills shine within the framework of the song.”
White Room Reviews

“‘Antiquity Neon’ by Mark Bogert is full of excellent, energetic, technical symphonic numbers that fans will certainly appreciate.”
New Underground Music (4/5)

“The strength of ‘Antiquity Neon’ lies in the quality of every byte. There’s nothing that isn’t spot-on. Onward to the future — and believe me, this is going to break through internationally.”
Progwereld

“Vai has descended from Olympus and mingled with the people — and his name is Mark Bogert.”
Heaven Magazine (Luistertip)

“…a MUST for guitar lovers, as Mark shows that he is THE best Dutch guitar player ever; Joe Satriani and Steve Vai can eat their heart out for sure.”
Bluestown Music