Mark Slaughter
Singer
Mark Slaughter reflects on the early success of his band, including hits like "Up All Night" and "Fly to the Angels." He shares insights into how the group managed their egos amidst fame and their gratitude for their achievements. Slaughter also touches on the importance of a supportive record company in the music industry.
Mark Slaughter
of Slaughter
“Fly to the Angels” & “Up all Night”
About Mark Slaughter
Mark Allen Slaughter is an American singer and guitarist best known as the founding member and frontman of glam metal band Slaughter. The band achieved major commercial success in the early 1990s with hit singles including "Up All Night" and "Fly to the Angels," selling more than five million records. Before forming Slaughter, he was a member of Vinnie Vincent Invasion in the 1980s. He has also pursued voice acting work on animated series including Batman Beyond, Animaniacs, and Freakazoid!
In this interview
- Recalls how band members kept each other's egos in check during early success
- Describes the music industry as a lottery with no guaranteed path to success
- Expresses gratitude for the band's achievements and never taking success for granted
- Discusses the importance of having a supportive record company working for the band
“We're all very down to earth and enjoyed obviously enjoyed the success but we're very thankful for it from the beginning.”— Mark Slaughter, in this interview
Since this interview
Mark Slaughter released two solo albums following this interview: "Reflections in a Rear View Mirror" in January 2015 (CD format May 2015) and "Halfway There" in May 2017 via EMP Label Group. As of June 2026, he continued giving interviews about his music career and the stories behind Slaughter's hit songs.
