Mark Nawara has been an important executive in the music business for more than four decades. In the early 90’s he started Pavement Music as part of BMG, which lasted a little over 7 years before it was dissolved. In 2012, along with partner Tim King, Mark would resurrect Pavement Music as Pavement Entertainment. The company is now one of the premier rock labels in the country and is home to acts like Soil, Plush, Puddle Of Mudd, Candlebox, Ted Nugent, and so many more including THE OUTFIT. Mark just happens to be the drummer for The Outfit, and on April 19, 2024, their third full-length record entitled Go, will be available everywhere on the Pavement Entertainment label.
In this interview, Mark talks about his journey from being a young musician trying to get a deal, to being the label boss on the other side of the desk. He gives us great insight into some of the amazing artists he has worked with in the past and those that are on the current roster for his Pavement Entertainment label. Mark also doubles as the drummer for the classic hard rock act The Outfit. He tells us all about the making of The Outfit’s new album, Go, the all-star production team, and the stories behind some of the songs.
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Hello everyone! My name is Scott Itter, but some know me as Dr. Music. I am a music journalist and photographer out of the Chicagoland area, and I have been in practice for over 20 years. I grew up in the 70’s with two big brothers that showed me all kinds of rock and roll. As I grew older I ventured out into different genres like jazz, funk, folk, and whatever else I could wrap my ears around. As I read every liner note and every Circus and Hit Parader like they were the Old and New Testament, I came to realize that I just love sound and appreciate all the people that create it.
I later became a stay-at-home dad and started honing my writing and photography skills to keep my mind from turning into mashed peas. My kids are now adults, my mind is only slightly mushy, and I am thrilled to have the honor of presenting my work to you!
