Mark Matejka

Mark "Sparky" Matejka (Born January 2, 1967) is an American Southern rock guitarist. He joined Lynyrd Skynyrd in 2006, replacing Hughie Thomasson who had left to reform Outlaws.[1] He first played with the band on their Christmas Time Again album in 2000 and was credited with guitar and vocals.

Mark Matejka
Matejka in 2009
Background information
Birth nameMark Matejka
Born (1967-01-02) January 2, 1967
Houston, Texas, U.S.
GenresSouthern rock, hard rock, blues rock
Occupation(s)Musician
InstrumentsGuitar, Vocals
Years active2006-present
Associated actsLynyrd Skynyrd, Hot Apple Pie, Charlie Daniels Band

Biography

Prior to joining Lynyrd Skynyrd, Matejka was a member of Hot Apple Pie, a country music band.[2] He also played for Charlie Daniels Band[3] and Sons of the Desert.[4]

He played guitar on tour with The Kinleys in 1998.[5]

Matejka is a former student of the North Texas State University (now UNT) jazz program, and studied under renowned guitar educator Jack Peterson.

Matejka graduated from James E. Taylor High School, in Katy, Texas.[6]

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References
  1. Jordan, Mark (June 2, 2006) "Rock's survivors play on: Tragedies take toll on Skynyrd but heart of music still beats", The Commercial Appeal, p. G22.
  2. North, Peter (August 4, 2006). "Hot Apple Pie warms to challenge on outdoor saloon's stage", Edmonton Journal, p. A15.
  3. Campell, Dan (June 5, 2006). "Skynyrd plays Wolf Trap: Dedicates 'Red, White, Blue' to military past and present", Washington Times, p. B5.
  4. Bream, Jon (June 9, 2006). "Why, it's Lynyrd Skynyrd's Southern rock, infiltrating the country-music scene", Star Tribune, p. F4.
  5. Boehm, Mike (April 29, 1998). "Twin Engines: The Talented Kinley Sisters Are Prepared for Takeoff: Now They Need to Tap Some Star Power", Los Angeles Times, p. 2.
  6. Taylor High School Stampede 1985 Vol. 6 Katy Texas. James E. Taylor High School, 20700 Kingland Blvd., Katy, Texas 77450: James E. Taylor High School Staff and Senior Students. 1985. pp. 50, 56, 57, 73, 218, 251.CS1 maint: location (link)
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