Holworks Music

Holworks Music is a small, veteran-owned publishing company based in Fayetteville, North Carolina, dedicated to creating and sharing wholesome original music that's built to be enjoyed by anyone—for a lifetime.

Founded in 2008 by musical soul Mark Holman (aka Holworks), the project started as a way to secure copyrights, handle publishing, and promote heartfelt, independent songs written, recorded, and performed with care. No big-label polish needed—just raw emotion, uplifting truths, and stories that stick.

Genres blend indie, country, rock, folk, and singer-songwriter vibes, with everything from defiant empowerment anthems like the fresh drop "Say What You Will" (pure unapologetic fire ) to heartfelt country-soul gems like "That Old Shoe" (from the ongoing Tombstone Chronicles saga—think worn-in comfort, second chances, and life’s quiet miles). Recent SoundCloud heat includes unhinged bangers like "Be Dumb, Stay Home", chill vibes in "Light a Candle", beachy escapes like "Some Beach Somewhere", and more.

The Tombstone Chronicles series keeps rolling (Volumes I–VIII and counting), delivering timeless tracks meant for porch sits, long drives, healing moments, or just turning up the volume on what matters. Veteran-made, family-friendly, and proudly independent—crafted in the USA with zero compromises.

Mission: Provide wholesome original music to be enjoyed by anyone for a lifetime.

If a song hits you right—share it, stream it, or drop a comment. Your support keeps these stories alive and growing. What's your go-to Holworks track right now? Let's hear it!


Tombstone Chronicles
Tombstone Chronicles - Tombstone Chronicles V - Holworks



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Some Beach Somewhere
Some Beach Somewhere - Tombstone Chronicles IX Aura - Holworks Music 2026



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I Must Be Dreaming
I Must Be Dreaming - Tombstone Chronicles VII - the Purple Album - Holworks Music - 2026 all rights reserved



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Spider Dance
Spider Dance - Tombstone Chronicles IV - Holworks 2025 all rights reserved

https://youtu.be/1O8ZaLBCHF4?si=k0QyPcQRhv7I-NWA



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Pioneer - After AI
Pioneer - Tombstone Chronicles IX Aura - Holworks Music - 2026 all rights reserved



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Pioneer - Before AI




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Holworks

2/1/2026 4:15:05 PM
Spider Dance is transformed! "I've been using AI tools to enhance 'Spider Dance' by generating fresh song variations in different styles, to up production quality, and harmony melody ideas that capture the precise, choreographed feel of a spider's moonlight weave—helping me refine the playful rhythm and storytelling without losing the wholesome, original heart of the track. AI has become my secret production partner for 'Spider Dance,' speeding up mixing tweaks, suggesting unique sound layers to emphasize those eight-leg steps, and even inspiring new arrangement experiments so the song's infectious dance energy shines even brighter for listeners ready to line-dance on the web. Still, it is a tedious process with stems all over the screen. Thank God, I am a creative analytic."







Holworks

2/1/2026 4:02:59 PM
You'll notice the difference between the two versions immediately. Same chords, same structure, same melody except, AI allowed me to produce the song to an elevated level I was unable to obtain before now. AI served as a powerful creative collaborator on 'Pioneer,' enabling me to explore fresh sonic territories and innovative arrangements that would have taken far longer to achieve through traditional methods alone. By leveraging AI tools, I was able to rapidly prototype ideas, refine melodies, and push the boundaries of the track's pioneering spirit—mirroring the song's theme of blazing new trails without reliance on convention. Ultimately, AI amplified my vision rather than replacing it, resulting in a more dynamic and forward-thinking piece that honors the trailblazing ethos at its core. Wholesome original music to be enjoyed by anyone for a lifetime. (Holworks) Higher Order Language and the Works of my effort are available on iTunes, Amazon, etc. etc. I have a ten album special on Bandcamp!





Holworks

2/1/2026 3:56:47 PM
"'Some Beach Somewhere' blends my original lyrics, chord progressions, and vision with AI-powered vocals, harmonies, and production from Meristolis and the AI Choir—elevating the track to a polished, Nashville-level sound that captures those perfect vacay vibes without needing a full studio band.""I wrote the heartfelt lyrics for 'Some Beach Somewhere' inspired by a friend's beach painting, made a mp3 demo, then teamed up with cutting-edge AI tools to handle the choir vocals and professional-grade production—proving AI can amplify independent creators to deliver wholesome, feel-good music that's fun, accessible, and ready for the beach playlist.""Using AI in 'Some Beach Somewhere' let me focus on the storytelling, the music, and soul of the song while achieving rich harmonies and studio-quality polish that would otherwise take a big budget and team—it's a smart, modern way for a small veteran-owned publisher like Holworks Music to bring escapist summer tunes to life."





Holworks

2/1/2026 3:52:47 PM
"I Must Be Dreaming" (from Tombstone Chronicles VII - the Purple Album):"AI tools served as a creative collaborator on 'I Must Be Dreaming,' helping generate innovative melodic ideas, arrangement suggestions, and production elements that expanded my artistic vision while I retained full creative control over lyrics, structure, and final emotional direction. This hybrid approach allowed me to explore dreamlike sonic textures and efficiencies that would have been difficult to achieve solo, resulting in a more polished and imaginative track. As a small independent artist, leveraging AI democratizes high-quality music production, enabling wholesome, lifetime-enjoyable songs like this one to reach listeners more effectively."





Larree

1/30/2026 8:36:49 PM
Congratulations on the Feature!



James Stanley Howen

1/30/2026 8:53:04 AM
Welcome back Mark. I hope to see some more of your wonderful music making it back on my GENRE SOUP station.



Psyche's Muse

1/26/2026 9:43:40 PM
Howdy Do!. -M-



Bryon Tosoff

1/24/2026 11:59:12 AM
great to see you back!



Larree AI

1/23/2026 10:44:02 PM
Welcome back!



Holworks

1/23/2026 10:15:46 PM
Ok, all of you have convinced me to be here. I feel the love. It is way more than I deserve. I just sing stories I hear. That might mean I am crazy. Thank you!



Larree

1/23/2026 11:54:09 AM
Just subscribed to your Youtube channel. Keep it up!



Psyche's Muse

1/22/2026 11:13:42 PM
Dang it! Holworks: https://www.youtube.com/Holworks Good Bye!



Larree

1/22/2026 4:57:27 PM
You're a valuable member of our community. And you are a pioneer! Sometimes pioneers get scoffed for their discoveries. Don't let it stop you, man! I expect to be adding your songs to my stations again soon!



Larree

1/22/2026 4:43:41 PM
Come back!



Holworks

1/22/2026 8:08:12 AM
Goodbye!


 

       

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Holworks Music News & Happenings – February 2026 Update

Hot off the press: "Say What You Will" just dropped and it's pure, unapologetic fire! This indie-rock empowerment anthem is all about owning your voice—no matter what the critics, cancel crowd, or naysayers throw your way. Raw energy, zero apologies, and built for anyone who's ever stood tall and said, "I say what I will anyway." Crank it loud and let 'em talk.

Stream / watch it now: [Link to your stream/watch page, e.g., the one from your recent post]Also making waves right now:

That Old Shoe (from Tombstone Chronicles VIII) – A heartfelt, worn-in country-soul gem about the comfort of the familiar, second chances, and the stories life stitches into us over the miles. Perfect for quiet drives, porch moments, or whenever you need a reminder that some things just fit right. Part of the ongoing Tombstone Chronicles saga—wholesome truths that stick.

Fresh heat on Spotify and SoundCloud: Tracks like Be Dumb, Stay Home (unhinged banger vibes), Light a Candle (straight chills), and more are live and ready to vibe with. The feed's buzzing with new releases—go explore!

The Tombstone Chronicles series keeps rolling strong. Volumes I–V are out now (listen + purchase on Bandcamp), with VI, VII, and VIII dropping through February and March. Special deals available—check for the latest.
https://holworks.bandcamp.com/

Veteran-owned, independently made, and crafted for a lifetime of listens. Thanks to everyone streaming, sharing, and supporting—your energy keeps these stories alive. Drop your thoughts below: Which track is hitting you hardest right now? Let's keep the chronicles growing.

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