# ‘Pop-Punk-Rapper’ HOLLOW RIVER Releases New Single “Loved Me Like A Book”

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- Published: 2023-09-20T16:00:00-05:00
- Author: Eugene Tierney

### **‘Pop-Punk-Rapper’ Hollow River (aka Berklee College Of Music Dropout and Multi-Instrumentalist Mark MacDonald) Releases New Single And Video “Loved Me Like A Book” **

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[**Stream “Loved Me Like A Book” Here**](https://ddec1-0-en-ctp.trendmicro.com:443/wis/clicktime/v1/query?url=https%3a%2f%2femail.cloud.secureclick.net%2fc%2f6813%3fid%3d18906404.48672.1.0fcd9ff3faef46450a8ae99d7818784a&umid=1093689d-6eb5-4c04-952e-6249aab33301&auth=65a620fa4b6e2edf0405a6ed61dc7465231096cd-64f3b9c75050959ad119003ac4f50a7d75673f6b)

_“(Their) hybrid sound blends fast, upbeat guitars and rhythm sections with lyrics
that are dripping with vivid imagery.”- _**_Toronto Guardian_**

_“Hollow River’s sound is obscure with a charming eclecticism. “- _**_The Other 
Side Reviews_**

‘Pop – Punk – Rapper’ **Hollow River** (the alias of multi-instrumentalist Mark 
MacDonald) has released the new single and music video **“Love Me Like A Book.”**
The track will appear on his upcoming **‘We’re Going To Be OK’** EP coming in October.

[⌊Hollow River single cover⌉⌊Hollow River single cover⌉[

The former Berklee College of Music student dropped out with one semester left to
pursue their career full time. Of their decision to record under a different moniker,
MacDonald says, “Sometimes there is confusion on whether or not Hollow River is 
a band, to which I say “Hollow River is not a band — but I have a band and they 
are great.”

He has had a prolific year, what with the release of two EPs in the last three months
alone: the studio EP ‘Backbay Dropout’ which dropped in April and the stripped down‘
HR Acoustic, Vol 1,’ which was released on June 28.

MacDonald says, _“(“Loved Me Like A Book”) is about how people become a mosaic of
the things they have experienced and the people they have loved and how it hurts
to see yourself becoming a smaller part of someone you love and vice versa. The 
video was recorded DIY at my studio in my parents garage in Canada.”_

**Stream “Loved Me Like A Book” on DSPs [HERE](https://ddec1-0-en-ctp.trendmicro.com:443/wis/clicktime/v1/query?url=https%3a%2f%2femail.cloud.secureclick.net%2fc%2f6813%3fid%3d18906404.48675.1.67d03792a51eb196a12254329aee9bec&umid=1093689d-6eb5-4c04-952e-6249aab33301&auth=65a620fa4b6e2edf0405a6ed61dc7465231096cd-0291b5edcc2ecacbbecc96a2580b3f9c44bb0855).**

**Watch the video [HERE](https://ddec1-0-en-ctp.trendmicro.com:443/wis/clicktime/v1/query?url=https%3a%2f%2femail.cloud.secureclick.net%2fc%2f6813%3fid%3d18906404.48674.1.e686f0d4c56c53ce73a2674e66275e36&umid=1093689d-6eb5-4c04-952e-6249aab33301&auth=65a620fa4b6e2edf0405a6ed61dc7465231096cd-542a13e89050c72e496bd5921f728b8c059d850a).**

Last Second Dropout - Loved Me Like A Book (FKA Hollow River) (Official Lyric Video)

[⌊Last Second Dropout - Loved Me Like A Book (FKA Hollow River) (Official Lyric 
Video)⌉⌊Last Second Dropout - Loved Me Like A Book (FKA Hollow River) (Official 
Lyric Video)⌉
Watch this video on YouTube

Hollow River will celebrate the release of the single with a full band set at Fredericksburg,
VA’s KC’s Music Alley at Central Station on September 22. More info: [https://fb.me/e/92Ak3jEiL](https://ddec1-0-en-ctp.trendmicro.com:443/wis/clicktime/v1/query?url=https%3a%2f%2femail.cloud.secureclick.net%2fc%2f6813%3fid%3d18906404.48676.1.597458ab054375dac258aaca1158b96f&umid=1093689d-6eb5-4c04-952e-6249aab33301&auth=65a620fa4b6e2edf0405a6ed61dc7465231096cd-ed9c9c357b0958bcfd577a37af6c716add0cd121).
MacDonald will also return as musical director for the **Berklee Music of Mass Incarceration**
concert on October 12th. The event is in support of ending Mass Incarceration in
the United States and offers support to survivors of the criminal justice system,
through causes like **New Beginnings**, the first reentry program for formerly incarcerated
women in Massachusetts.

[⌊Hollow River⌉⌊Hollow River⌉[

**About Hollow River:** 
Meet Mark MacDonald, the multi-instrumentalist and pop 
punk rapper hailing from both Canada and the United States, known as Hollow River.
From an early age, he discovered their passion for music, picking up the guitar 
at just eight years old.

With a strong foundation in guitar, Hollow River began exploring different styles
and sounds, eventually finding their sound blending Pop Punk with Rap elements. 
Their music is characterized by infectious melodies, heartfelt lyrics, and dynamic
instrumentals, all infused with a punk rock edge.

Hollow River’s journey into music began with an internship at Grant Avenue Studio,
which led them to study Songwriting and Music Production & Engineering at Berklee
College of Music. In addition to their music studies, Hollow River also studied 
creative writing at the University of Ottawa, where they honed their storytelling
skills and developed a unique lyrical style.

With their growing skill set and creative vision, Hollow River has quickly become
a sought-after artist. They have been featured on popular radio stations such as
102.1 The Edge (Toronto), Live 88.5 (Ottawa), and 92.5 The River (Boston), captivating
audiences with their energy and artistry.

Be sure to check out Hollow River’s latest single and follow them on social media
for updates on their upcoming shows. Experience the unique blend of pop punk and
rap that Hollow River brings to the stage.

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