Singer-songwriter and guitarist Mark Newman gives a visual dimension to the memories, people, and experiences that linger throughout our lives with the official music video for his latest single, “Ghosts.”
Written by Newman and Michael Mills, “Ghosts” explores the idea that the people and moments from our past never entirely leave us. Instead, they remain in different forms, resurfacing through memories, emotions, places, and the experiences that shaped who we have become.
The accompanying video expands on that idea, giving viewers a visual space to reflect on the song’s central theme. Much like the track itself, the video approaches the idea of “ghosts” not simply as something haunting, but as the traces left behind by a lifetime of experiences. Some memories are warm and comforting, while others carry pain, regret, or unanswered questions. Together, they become pieces of a past that continues to exist alongside the present.
That sense of reflection runs throughout “Ghosts.” Newman’s weathered, expressive vocal delivery and guitar work give the song an intimate quality, while the video allows its message to breathe beyond the lyrics. It becomes less about looking backward for the sake of nostalgia and more about recognizing how deeply the past can remain woven into everyday life.
At the heart of the song is a feeling almost everyone knows. Certain people disappear from our lives, certain places change, and entire chapters eventually close, yet a sound, photograph, street, or passing thought can suddenly bring everything rushing back. “Ghosts” captures those moments when the distance between then and now briefly disappears.
With “Ghosts,” Newman offers a reminder that the past does not always stay neatly behind us. Sometimes it follows quietly, appearing when we least expect it and reminding us of the people we knew, the places we have been, and the experiences, both good and bad, that helped make us who we are.
Watch the official music video for “Ghosts” now on YouTube.
“Ghosts” – Out Now!
Written by Mark Newman and Michael Mills.
Published by Dogzilla Music (BMI) for Mark Newman. Michael Mills’ royalties are administered through CD Baby Pro and BMI.
Mark Newman performs guitars and vocals. Naomi Margolin performs guitar and vocals. John Cardone performs bass and vocals. Shawn Murray performs drums and percussion. Mike DiMeo on Oregon.
The single was produced by Mark Newman and Fred Guarino. It was engineered by Fred Guarino and Jacob Koch at Tiki Recording in Glen Cove, New York. Mixing and mastering were completed by Fred Guarino at Tiki Recording.
