About Mark Birch
Born 1969. Mark Birch is a British guitarist.
Mark Birch is an English guitarist, best known for his work with rock band Wishbone Ash.
Musical career Birch spent much of his musical career gigging in the West Midlands, including playing in bands with Neville MacDonald of Skin. In the late 1990s, bandmate Bob Skeat recommended Birch to Andy Powell when a guitarist vacancy appeared. Birch joined Wishbone Ash in 1997, performing on the Trance Visionary, Psychic Terrorism, and Bare Bones albums. He toured extensively with the band, performing lead vocals on songs such as "Persephone" and "Phoenix", before leaving in 2001.
Post-Wishbone Ash In 2001, Birch left Wishbone Ash to follow a career in web design.
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Who is Mark Birch?
English guitarist
When was Mark Birch born?
Mark Birch was born in 1969 in Kidderminster.
What is Mark Birch's occupation?
Mark Birch is a guitarist.
What nationality is Mark Birch?
Mark Birch is British.
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