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Samstag 10/08

01:00-03:00

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Grammy nominated artist Mark Knight is responsible for some of biggest dance tracks of the last decade and is a leading player on the DJ circuit. His rise to the forefront has been more than just gigs and remixes; his contribution to the scene via his label Toolroom Records, demonstrates abilities that supercede the glorified title of ‘DJ’.

So where did it all start? As the name suggests, a million miles from the heady world where he now resides, he built his first studio in the humble settings of his parent’s outdoor tool-room!

And in 2004, with a personal vision for a new direction in house music, Mark created his own workshop for 21st century dance musicians. Toolroom Records was born, and with it a new way of thinking.

In a very short space of time the label developed into an uncontrollable beast that currently celebrates its success as the biggest selling label on Beatport, reaching their 100th release in 2009 with none other than Faithless and the staggering milestone of 200 releases in 2010.

As a producer, Mark has built a reputation for outstanding releases, consistently topping international dance charts with tracks like Man With The Red Face, Downpipe, Conscindo, Good Times and Devil Walking, while working behind the scene on production for leading artists, including Faithless and contribution to Underworld’s most recent album. 2011 will see Mark concentrate his efforts on writing and producing his own artist album.

As a DJ, Mark holds international prominence, recognised the world over for his extended 7 hour sets, headlining festivals and clubs from Ultra Music Festival Miami to the Terrace at Space Ibiza.

In 2006, not content with turning up and merely performing at other people’s parties, Mark’s belief and desire to inject freshness into a stale club scene, inspired him to programme his own events. This concept became a reality with the launch of Toolroom Knights at Ministry of Sound, London in October ’06 and has gone on to gain unrivalled success as one of THE superior global club nights.

Today, Toolroom Knights reign supreme with Mark headlining Toolroom residencies at Cocoon Frankfurt, Club Space Miami, Ministry of Sound London, Space Ibiza, as well as hosting Toolroom arenas at key festivals including; SW4 London, Global Gathering UK, Dance Valley Netherlands.

All in all, it’s been a BIG journey for Mark Knight, pioneering a sound and attitude that’s gained respect from fans and industry people alike hungry for the integrity of Mark’s production skills and quality of Toolroom Knights’ parties. And there’s so much more to come.

Mark Knight presents the Toolroom Knights podcast weekly on iTunes.