Cory Marks Releases New EP “I Rise” And Dropped Fiery Rock Anthem “Burn It Up”, Appeared On The Retaliators Soundtrack

A new rock-infused EP, titled “I Rise”, from next-generation country-rocker Cory Marks arrives today, along with an official music video for his new track “Flying” appearing on YouTube. The new EP is being released as Marks’ US Top 10 active rock hit “Outlaws & Outsiders” nears Gold certification in the US and Platinum certification in Canada. His latest body of work includes singles “Burn It Up”, which appears on “The Retaliators Original Motion Picture Soundtrack”, and “In Me I Trust”. These new tracks have earned over 1.7M streams on digital streaming platforms combined and will be performed on tour with Five Finger Death Punch and Brantley Gilbert in cities across North America. His set will also feature songs from his massively successful sophomore album “Who I Am”, which was released in 2020 and as a result includes tracks that have never been performed live. Earning over 140M streams so far in his career, Cory Marks has established himself as a fixture in the up-and-coming country-rock genre.

“This EP was a blast to create and it's very special to me because it's rooted in my edgier rock side”, says Cory Marks. “Every track allowed me to push myself vocally and gave me one hell of a challenge, but it also allowed me the time to focus on writing rock songs that express my passion for the genre and this side of who I am as an artist”.

Produced by Kevin Churko (Ozzy Osbourne, Five Finger Death Punch, Papa Roach, Shania Twain) and Kane Churko (In This Moment, Hellyeah), the new EP includes a collection of songs written during the pandemic, while Marks worked toward completing his pilot's license. He was inspired by the intense training, determination, patience, and grit required to become a certified pilot, channeling this experience in the songs written for this EP. “Flying”, Marks’ new single and video, describes this process.

The official music video for “Flying” was directed by Travis Nesbitt. Marks and Nesbitt incorporated Marks’ passion for flying, featuring fighter jets from the Canadian Armed Forces in the video. Listen to “I Rise” HERE, now available for streaming and download. Watch “Flying” HERE.

Stories Behind the Music

In Me I Trust is simply about believing in yourself and what you're doing. Don't give up and keep fighting for what you want, whatever that may be. You can make a plan, set goals or simply want to get through a hard time in your life. At the end of the day no one is going to do it but YOU, stand up, go get it and trust yourself!

Burn It Up is an aggressive, energetic and positive rock anthem that is meant to push the listener to make you feel good. We know these past two years have been different and hard on many, so it's meant to get us through that in a big way and see the light at the end of the tunnel.

Flying I have a great passion and respect for aviation as a private pilot myself and always dreamt of being a fighter pilot growing up. This song is a mix of my story as Cory the artist, but also through the eyes and mind of a fighter pilot about to go on his mission. Two of the greatest feelings in the world for me is that very moment you hit the stage and the moment your wheels leave the ground, both exhilarating, powerful and very unique. It's about the wait finally being over, you know your mission and you know where you love to be, it's time to fly!

Jet Airliner This is a classic rock cover of a song I've always loved. When Kevin sent me the music and asked if I wanted to cover it, I jumped on it right away. After reading the lyrics I never realized how connected to the song I was. Not only is it talking about jets but the road life of an artist, leaving home and being away for sometimes months at a time to make this crazy dream come true!

I Rise This business, as a newer artist, is very challenging and one of the hardest jobs to succeed in, especially when you're doing something different and doing it your own way. It's been a challenge but no matter what, you gotta rise and keep coming back and letting them know why you're here and just who you are. You can't quit, you keep climbing, believe in yourself until they start believing in you. The fighter in me will never die... I RISE.

Hold On is a song about always trying to find the light on your darkest days. We all have them and we will get through it. Don't ever be afraid to reach out and get help or support when you feel you need it. There's gonna be brighter and better days ahead, I'm here for you.