Mark Ashton (musician)
# Mark Ashton (musician)

Mark Ashton is a British musician, best known as the drummer of the band Rare Bird, known for their single "Sympathy".

## Musical career

Ashton started his musical career playing drums for progressive rock band Rare Bird. The band was formed in 1969 by organist Graham Field, their first single Sympathy, written by Field, reached #27 in the UK and sold three million copies around the world, Ashton left Rare Bird in 1974 forming Headstone, after that new band failed to achieve success, Ashton started a solo career releasing three albums.

## Discography

### Solo albums

* 1978 Mark Ashton (20th Century)
* 1979 Solo (Arista)
* 1988 Modern Pilgrims (RCA)
