Mark Bogert – Antiquity Neon
Mark Bogert – Antiquity Neon
Format: CD – Vinyl LP – Digital
Label: Construction Records
Release: 2025
Release date: October 24, 2025
Dutch guitarist Mark Bogert, known for his work with progressive rock bands Magoria (from 2019 to present) and Knight Area (from 2012 to 2023), returns this fall with his long-awaited third solo album: ‘Antiquity Neon’
In recent years, Bogert has become a respected name in the symphonic and progressive rock scene, both as a solo artist and a session musician. In 2023, he played a prominent role on Edward Reekers’ concept album ‘The Liberty Project’, and contributed all guitar parts to the studio album ‘Terra Nova’ by the English prog band Hekz. He also filled in for guitarist John Mitchell during several live performances of the British prog rock band Arena.
A career highlight came earlier, in 2019, when Bogert performed as part of the house band at the Sena Guitar Awards, sharing the stage with guitar legend John Petrucci (Dream Theater). In 2024, his work was further recognized when he was voted Guitarist of the Year (Benelux) by readers of Gitarist Magazine and in 2025 ‘Best Metal Guitarist of the Benelux’. He also appeared in the Dutch theater tour The Storytellers: Gitaarhelden, performing alongside renowned guitarists Harry Sacksioni and Maarten Peters.
Now, with ‘Antiquity Neon’, Mark Bogert returns to the spotlight as a solo artist. The album showcases his signature style: expressive, melodic instrumental rock where the guitar takes on the role of lead vocals. Bogert invited a number of distinguished guests to collaborate on the new record. Among them are legendary bassist Stuart Hamm (Joe Satriani, Steve Vai) and Edward Reekers (Kayak, Ayreon).
Mark Bogert about his new solo album: “I’m deeply grateful to all the fellow musicians— especially the incredibly talented ones—who contributed to my new solo album ‘Antiquity Neon.’ Thanks to them, the songs were given color and life, and it remains a special experience to witness their growth.
A huge thank-you also goes out to Jan Dekker of Prosound Media Studio in Dordrecht. His tireless dedication is beyond words. I dare say there’s no one as in tune with my music as he is, and that continues to motivate me immensely.
Last but not least, thanks to Construction Records. I’m incredibly proud of our new collaboration. It’s amazing to be part of a label that truly believes in the music, and I’m excited to embark on this journey together. The communication has been fantastic, and we can’t wait to share the music with our listeners.”
Website: https://www.facebook.com/mark.bogert
Tracks:
01. Thermal Properties 03:53
02. Mercury Glow 03:50 (featuring Stu Hamm)
03. Chemically Inactive 04:27
04. Shine On You 04:19
05. Specific Wavelengths 03:30
06. Future Invention 04:53
07. Whisky a Go Go 04:10
08. Light Of Love 03:02
09. Artistic Shapes 04:20
10. The Extinguishing of Light 02:40
Mark Bogert Antiquity Neon Live:
Album release shows
24-10-2025 Popcentrale, Dordrecht
30-10-2025 Boerderij, Zoetermeer
Mark Bogert Magoria Live:
Magoria presents a haunting rock opera that tells the eerie tale of a haunted house and its
mysterious inhabitants. In the second half of the show, the band performs highlights from their
debut album, centered around the infamous story of Jack the Ripper.
10-10-2025 Magoria – Theater De Willem, Papendrecht
11-10-2025 Magoria – Theater De Kring, Roosendaal
19-12-2025 Magoria – Theater Kielzog, Hoogezand
Mark Bogert Axe Travaganza Live:
Live show featuring original material from Menno Gootjes (Focus), Marcel Singor (Kayak,
Ayreon, Plan Nine), and Mark Bogert, complemented by tributes to their guitar heroes such as
Gary Moore, Jeff Beck, Steve Vai, Joe Satriani, and Tony MacAlpine.
08-03-2026 Axe Travaganza – De Bosuil, Weert
12-03-2026 Axe Travaganza – Patronaat, Haarlem
13-03-2026 Axe Travaganza – De Boerderij, Zoetermeer
21-03-2026 Axe Travaganza – Dru Popodium, Ulft
26-03-2026 Axe Travaganza – Spirit of ’66, Verviers (B)
27-03-2026 Axe Travaganza – De Pul, Uden
28-03-2026 Axe Travaganza – Neushoorn, Leeuwarden