Texas-based artist Mark Winters isn’t your typical rock musician, he’s a poet, entrepreneur, and rocket scientist who writes songs that lift the spirit. What began as a simple anniversary song for his wife evolved into a journey of connection through music. Blending rock, pop, and blues influences, Mark’s sound is both hopeful and heartfelt, infused with poetic precision and scientific curiosity. With his new release Boundary Layer, he invites listeners to break free of life’s constraints and embrace motion, creativity, and optimism, proving that art and science share the same spark of discovery.
A witty poet, passionate musician, optimist, and family man, Mark Winters has built a career defined by creativity and purpose. He combines his love of poetry, science, and community to form his signature sound, which he calls “rock with a positive vibe.” Influenced by artists like John Mayer, Tom Petty, and Jason Mraz, Mark writes songs that reflect both intellect and emotion.
“My music starts from a place of poetry and creative inspiration,” he explains, “and I use my ‘rocket-scientist brain’ to find structures that help me explore that initial burst of inspiration and feeling, like writing haikus, my favorite!” It’s a process inspired by his grandmother, who first encouraged him to express himself through poetry.
Armed with a degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mark approaches songwriting with the same curiosity he once applied to flight dynamics, turning complex emotions into melodies that are easy to understand and deeply felt. Since his 2019 debut album Slipstream, he’s earned critical praise, landed on hundreds of playlists, and surpassed a million streams worldwide. His latest single, Velocity, continues that upward momentum.
Boundary Layer pays tribute to those who helped Mark push past his own limits and pursue the person he was meant to be. The title references the point in physics where motion begins, a fitting metaphor for his mission to help others move forward in their own lives through connection and creativity.
Beyond music, Mark and his wife devote time to mentoring young entrepreneurs and supporting philanthropic organizations throughout the Houston area. His life and art are guided by the same principles, optimism, curiosity, and generosity.
Mark Winters continues to bring his message of optimism and motion to audiences nationwide. His performances radiate warmth, intellect, and heartfelt connection, proof that art, like science, can propel us all forward.