All About Mark Dynamix
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Having deejayed professionally for more than 15 years, Mark is a significant figure in Australian dance music culture. To date, he has 26 mix CDs, 4 original releases and multiple remixes to his name. With sales fast approaching 2million units, no Australian DJ has sold more compilations. His mix for Ministry of Sounds “The Annual” became the highest selling compilation in the country ever, dance or otherwise.
Of course none of this would mean anything if he didn’t have talent. Mark’s expertise with the decks combined with an inspired track selection works alchemy on a room full of clubbers, swaying anyone within earshot to become a dedicated dance music aficionado. His ability to discover and develop the next sound is unparalleled in Australia, and the rise of Minimal and Electro in Australia can in part be attributed to his continual endorsement and personal affiliation with the genres. Regarded and awarded as the hardest working DJ in the industry, Mark is dutiful in his approach to deejaying; continually pushing the boundaries with his unique sound and educating Australians about underground electronica. Marks deejaying is more than finding the right tunes or playing solid sets of house, minimal or techno; Mark knows how to pull it all together and how to turn a deejay set into an experience.
Marks success as a deejay has been equaled by his original production. Mark was awarded as Top 5th producer in Australia at the ITM50 Awards in 2007. With remixes from Daniel Taylor and Chopstick “IDentify Me”, was play listed on high rotation on ABCs alternative radio network Triple J and was licensed locally and internationally to numerous compilations including The Annual in Germany and Ageha in Japan. His second single “Destructor” showcased a minimal electro sound; with remixes from Mashtronic, Jono Fernandez, Nick Galea & Matt Nugent.
There are also the soon to be released singles; “Moment Of Confusion Between Man & Dog” which explores new musical territory and “What You Do to Me” which is due for release in Australia in early 2008.
In latter half of 2007 Mark resided in the world’s electronica hub; Berlin which has greatly increased Mark’s profile in Europe. Using Germany as a base Mark played gigs across Europe including Fluid in London, Naughty in Brussels and Climax in Stuttgart. Mark also completed several tracks collaborating with his favourite producers; Chopstick, JohnJon (Chopstick) and Namito (Great Stuff).
Naturally well also see more remixes, of which Mark has so far has laid down his interpretations for Swedens Stisch, the U.Ks Fine Young Cannibals & Australias Darren Hayes. His remix of Datarocks “I Used To Dance With My Daddy” is featured on his latest compilation Discotek. Marks remix of Mashtronics “Earthquake” achieved chart success in the US, where it debuted at Number 1 on the Balance Record Pool Chart.
Overseas and domestically, Mark has hosted a long list of radio shows over the years, a medium that has enabled Mark to continue his unadulterated education of underground sounds to his dedicated fan base. And recently Mark was the official DJ of the 2007 MTV AVMAs; an event hosted by Fergie featuring Pink, Good Charlotte and Silverchair. It was the first time the privilege had been extended to an Australian DJ.
Since 1997, Mark has toured Australia and New Zealand relentlessly. International touring commenced in 2002 with events played throughout Asia, Europe and Canada. Mark has played the Love Parade in Berlin, the Hultsfred Festival in Stockholm as well as a host of clubs including The End in London, Fabric Canada and Mambo in Ibiza.
MDX [Audio]: Live from ADE
by Kat_in_Japan on November 18th, 2009
The Amsterdam Dance Event returned last month, proving again why it’s the world’s best electronic music conference, and this year ITM was there to sample the action. Here we chat with to Australia’s own MDX, also known as Mark Dynamix. [more]
Mark Dynamix: Reaching out across long distances
by Phonatics on August 1st, 2008
There’s only days to go before voting closes for inthemix50, so it's the perfect time to talk to the perpetually high ranking Mark Dynamix. Launching his Long Distance Recordings label just this week, ITM finds out what Dynamix has in store. [more]
In August Mark Dynamix will relocate to Germany, basing himself in the epicenter of the globe's electronic music scene; Berlin. ITM's Mo'Funk caught up with Mark for one last chat, talking about his new CD for Ministry Of Sound, and impending trip. [more]
ITM’s Angus Paterson visited Mark in his home studio in the Sydney suburb of Alexandria: taking a squiz at his technology setup, discovering the big plans he has production and remix wise for 2007 and talking a little about the latest minimal craze. [more]
The biggest name in dance music is Mark Dynamix – DJ, Producer, and luminary. With more than fifteen years of experience under his belt, one could consider Mark Dynamix the godfather of Australian dance. [more]
Compared to Europe, Australia's dance scene is still very much in its infancy. Mention some of our top names to your average London clubber and all you will be met with is a puzzled stare. However there are one or two Aussies whose reputations have met with world wide recognition. [more]
Mark Dynamix is probably one of the DJs who spawned the kind of praise which has now become cliché, like 'can't be defined by genre' and 'needs no introduction' - but they are descriptions that he has earned, and after 14 years of DJing they still hold true. [more]
The new Ministry of Sound Annual, mixed by Mark Dynamix and John Course, is in stores now. Keeping up the tradition for a CD packed with all the biggest tunes of the year, ITM's Voodoo_babe caught up with Mark Dynamix for a quick chat about what he's been up to of late. [more]
So far this year Mark Dynamix has been rather busy, playing 6 or 7 gigs a week around the country, nominations and awards for his DJing, as well as having mixed two CDs for Ministry of Sound. Mark's abilities and successes are being recognised nationwide, but he's not letting it go to his head. [more]
A DJ who has left an indelible mark on Sydney's dance scene, Mark Dynamix is taking his success to the next level through announcing a new `Live Set' that will be debut at Y-Not this Saturday. In a recent interview I asked Dynamix to elaborate... [more]
Mark Dynamix continues to work his fingers to the bone...and HE LOVES IT!... [more]
Big Day Out unwraps its second round
The wraps have been taken off the Big Day Out’s much awaited second round lineup. [more]
MDX hosting triple j's 'Mix Up' in August
Aussie dance veteran MDX, AKA Mark Dynamix, will be taking the reigns every Saturday night during August for triple j’s 'Mix Up' program. [more]
Mark Dynamix remixes Channel 9's cricket theme
Mark Dynamix (aka MDX) and Cog drummer Lucius Borich have teamed up to revamp the holy grail of Channel 9 cricket coverage, remixing the famed intro song for the 21st century. [more]
inthemix50 producer's podcast special
With inthemix50 voting now underway we thought we’d take a closer look at some of the local talent vying for the top spot in the ‘favourite producer’ category. Get your free copy with tracks from Dirty South, TV Rock, Hook N Sling, Tydi and more! [more]
Last week ITM heard murmurs that one of Australia’s most recognisable dance scene identities had made the seemingly shocking decision to change his nom de plume. Could it be true? We decided to do some investigating... [more]
If you’ve got a trip to Chinese Laundry on your radar for the coming weeks, then be sure to check out these updates on special guests! [more]
Having spent the best part of the past 6 months in Europe, you’ve no doubt been craving a bit of Mark Dynamix of late. [more]
One of Australia’s finest will be joining the Deep as Fu*k crew at Moulin Rouge on Thursday 2nd August shortly before he jets off to Berlin. [more]
Want a one-on-one mixing lesson with one of Australia’s finest? Now you’ll have your chance with a special fundraising initiative for the Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre. [more]
With his production career starting to take flight, Mark Dynamix has made the decision to pack his bags and head for the northern hemisphere. But not before one last Australian tour! [more]
Aggressive Progressive returns to Oxford Street this Saturday, bringing most of the most influential and enduring figures in Australian dance music for a guest appearance behind the decks. [more]
News just in - the MOS Mixtape Tour feat Mark Dynamix scheduled for tonight August 13th at the Cottesloe Hotel has been postponed. [more]
Without question one of Australia's hardest working DJs, Mark Dynamix recent put the finishing touches on his latest mix CD for Ministry of Sound. [more]
Following their launch a few weeks back, and with two successful parties already under their belt featuring Mr Timothy and Rob Kay, this weekend Sunday Service is set to host one of Australia's leading names in dance music, Mark Dynamix. [more]
Undoubtabley one of Australia's hardest working DJs, Ministry of Sound Annual and Sessions DJ Mark Dynamix will take time out of his busy schedule to appear at Cargo this Australia Day Eve. [more]
Having spent a bit of time away from the limelight in Sydney due to a rigorous touring regime and time spent in the studio honing his production skills, fans of Mark Dynamix will be excited to learn he's taken up a weekly residency at Laundry on Saturday nights. [more]
Mark Dynamix - one of Australia's hardest working and talented DJs - is touching down in Canberra this Friday. Along with this, he'll be joined by Melbourne's acclaimed General Elekrik Crew and Friction DJs. Set times are as follows: [more]
It might seem like Mark Dynamix and John Course just returned home from their exhaustive tour of Australia to support the release of their 'Sessions Two', but they've been hard at work mixing the latest Ministry of Sound Annual album and are preparing to hit the road. [more]
If classic house music is your cup of tea you've no doubt had a boogie at Lookin' Good! once or twice in the past. If you haven't, how big is the rock you've been hiding under?! [more]
Following the overwhelming success of the first Ministry of Sounds Sessions CD and national tour in 2004, the second installment of the popular mix album is in stores now and will be supported by an Australia tour to promote its release. [more]
The Sound Advice team will turn 1 year old on Saturday May 14th, and to celebrate they're hosting a birthday party with guests of honour Poxymusic and Mark Dynamix. [more]
SMIRNOFF ICE inthemix Party Series with Mark Dynamix @ Academy Nightclub, Canberra. ITM-VIPs FREE entry all night - No need to RSVP! [more]
On Friday the 4th of March, head down to Academy and join the nation's hardest working DJ Mark Dynamix as he tears through a wild selection of house, tech, breaks and more at the first SMIRNOFF ICE Inthemix Party in Canberra for 2005 [more]
We're happy to announce that joining the line-up for this Friday's birthday party is Mark Dynamix, who has been able to donate his time at the last mintue to play the last set in the downstairs room at the Globe. The full line-up for this Friday's FREE party is as follows: [more]
As of two weeks ago, Mark Dynamix has ceased playing at Plastic on a weekly basis. [more]
DJ Mark Dynamix has just launched his new online home at www.markdynamix.com. Mark's new site has been designed by Sweetchilli's Daneil Crocetti and boasts a more interactive and user friendly interface. [more]
One of the most popular DJs in Australia's dance scene, Mark Dynamix will feature as a guest at Sydney's top uplifting trance night, A Night Of Trance, on Friday October 29th. [more]
'Sessions' is a brand new series of mix CDs from Ministry of Sound, with the inaugural contribution coming courtesy of Mark Dynamix and John Course. [more]
Stay In Touch is fast building a reputation as one of Sydney's top nights for all things house, progressive, and tech-house. [more]
Dynamix by name, Dynamic by nature! Check out Australia's no.2 DJ as voted by ITM top 50 this Friday at Lot 33 [more]
Two of the biggest names in the Australian Dance Scene go back to back @ Family this Friday night. [more]
Big developments are in place for Yu's Friday house night, Ear Candy, with Stacey Pullen set to make a guest appearance this month, along with the introduction of new weekly resident, Mark Dynamix. [more]
With recent 'raids' on clubbing venues, including the home of Plastic, ZEN nightclub - Plastic promoters have assured us that things are going from strength to strength... [more]
Sydney progressive house night, Sweetchilli, is celebrating one year of surviving the clubbing landscape on April 6th at the Dendy. To help celebrate their 1st birthday, some of Sydney's biggest progressive DJs are playing. [more]
Mark Dynamix trekking to Europe in June and July
Consistently rated one of Australia's best DJs, Mark Dynamix will be taking the long haul flight to Europe in June for a series of high profile dates in Sweden, England and Germany. [more]
Ministry of Sound’s Classic themed party on New Years Day delivers a mixed bag or results, with the highlight being Kid Kenobi’s Classic Breaks Set. [more]
Ozfest at the Argyle played host to an all Australian DJ lineup, 40 degree heat and an Aussie music festival themed dress code. [more]
Club Club feat. Oliver Koletzki @ Chinese Laundry, Sydney (20/09/08)
by Andrew Wowk on October 7th, 2008
Germany's Oliver Koletzki tore the Cave a new one. [more]
UK tech-funker Meat Katie returned to Australia, but local Sydney DJ Matttt stole the show. [more]
Seeing Ben Watt, Steve Bug and Elite Force all in the space of 24 hours left this ITM reporter feeling pretty privileged indeed! [more]
There are few nights in Sydney that seem to offer a diverse range of dance music styles, while still knowing their boundaries. I had high hopes for Club Club: from what I’d heard from friends, the music selection and diversity was just right. [more]
aturday night heralded the arrival of Martijn ‘ten out of ten’ Velden to the Laundry, and the Dutchman lived up to his moniker delivering his signature ‘Electro-Tribal House’ in a set that could only be described as a ten out of ten. [more]
A big applause for the Bustin’ crew for putting on such a fantastic night and booking such excellent DJ talent - Mrk Dynamix absolutely owned the crowd! [more]
Ministry of Sound Mixtape Tour Feat. Mark Dynamix @ The Cottesloe Hotel, Perth (27/08/06)
by simplearc on August 30th, 2006
Mark Dynamix more than made up for his absence a fortnight ago due to illness with a spot on mix on Sunday night. [more]
While the vast majority of people in attendance seemed to be having an outrageously good time, it was disappointing to see that so many people continue to take themselves so seriously. Come on people, stop worrying about who's watching! [more]
This is what the dictionary defines Ministry to mean, a cold and literal translation of a word that inspires a much different mental reverberation from the trucker clad, collar popped clone army of today. [more]
Dynamix came on at about 12.30am and there was not a free spot to dance on the dance floor. The crowd loved it as did we. We did not stop dancing through his entire set, it was awesome! He played some great tracks throughout his set starting off with a more clubby sound, progressing through..... [more]
The Dynamo rocked the boat for a few hours and all I can say is please, please can I and your loyal fans have a repeat performance on the north shore? And to the guys at The Big House my only question to you is, 'who is next?' Bring it on! [more]
A Night of Trance returns for its next monthly installment featuring one of Sydney's best DJs, Mark Dynamix alongside ANOT residents Diggs and Morro, Scott Richardson and Joshua van Aalst. [more]
Mark Dynamix returns to Canberra to promote his latest cd release, Ministry of Sound "Sessions". [more]
All up, another fantastic night from Twisted House Sessions, unfortunately the last one at that venue, but from all indicators this means big things for the other venues around town. [more]
Overall the night was certainly a success and when I think how it would have been screamed one of the best nights ever had it been at Habana or Babylon it makes me smile because obviously this was a sign that things at Academy can only get bigger. [more]
Mark Dynamix, one of the most prolific DJs in Sydney, had Stay In Touch revelers salivating over his funky beats on Saturday night. With so much excitement leading up to the night, it's not surprising that the vibe would turn out to lift the roof off. [more]
Mark Dynamix kept the kids going once the Big Day Out was done [more]
Lot's the kind of place that leaves you with the image of the good-looking people going home together, and the ugly people going home with kebabs. That aside, you can still have a top night out there, and when Mark Dynamix came to town, that's what I was determined to do. [more]
After a noticable absence from Canberra, Mark Dynamix took to the decks on Friday 10th of May. Playing a nice and banging set, he left few punters disappointed, and most wanting more. [more]
With voting now underway in the 2008 Sony inthemix50 we thought we’d take a closer look at some of the local talent vying for the top spot in the ‘favourite producer’ category. Dirty South, TV Rock, Tydi, Hook N Sling and more! [more]
To coincide with the new Most Popular Producer category for inthemix50 we've put together a special edition podcast with some of the hottest tracks and remixes by Aussie producers. Hook N Sling, Mark Dynamix, Tydi, Bass Kleph, Potbelleez & more! [more]
Various Artists - Discotek, Mixed by D. Ramirez & Mark Dynamix
In the lead up to this new MOS release, the promise was a series that would explore the darker side of electronica, uncovering the sounds of underground minimal and techno. If that is your cup of tea, this first instalment delivers. [more]
Various Artists - Ministry of Sound: The Annual 2007, Mixed by John Course & Mark Dynamix
The dynamic duo of John Course and Mark Dynamix are back with yet another instalment in the Ministry of Sound Annual series, this time for 2007. In my view, it's much better than last year's! [more]
MDX - Salt/Road Rage
Mark has returned to production with a new sound and a new production name of MDX. [more]
Lost In Nova Scotia feat. Alexandria - What You Do To Me
Mark Dynamix and James Cayzer team up with Alexandria for this Disco infused release on Hussle. [more]
Freed for the moment from the shackles of the massive-selling Ministry of Sound compilations, Mark Dynamix has been given free reign with Mixtape, the first in a new series that aims to capture the underground nature of old-school mixtapes. [more]
You never really expect a lot when you take the wraps of dance music's equivalent of a Big Mac, but the quality of this year's Annual from the Ministry of Sound comes as a big surprise - delivering a tasty and enticing slab of some of the biggest electro-house tunes heard over the past 12 months. [more]
Another year, another Ministry of Sound Annual CD. The Annual series have been the biggest dance compilations that Australia has ever seen, and once again John Course and Mark Dynamix are onboard to provide us with a reflective look at the tunes that were huge over the last year. [more]
This release offers two sides of the MOS's house talent, John Course is a top-40 genius who attacks each song with a deep beat and harmonic vocals, whereas Mark Dynamix hits you with hard hitting bass and crazy, electronic samples. [more]
This compilation by Sydney's own superstar DJ Mark Dynamix travels far and wide throughout the musical spectrum. Including popular and obscure down tempo tracks from bands, and electronic acts from around the world. [more]
I usually approach Ministry of Sound CD's with caution, but 'Club Nation' mixed by Mark Dynamix and GT is to my surprise a fantastic compilation. [more]
Sydney DJ Mark Dynamix is back with another pumpin' mix of trance favourites. [more]
We are fast approaching the release of a number of dance compilations that commemorate the year that was 2003. Having provided a much more credible alternative to their cheesy UK counterparts in the past, the Australian Ministry of Sound 2004 Annual once again remains an essential purchase. [more]
The crew sure have been busy of late with numerous CD releases and the return of the Ministry magazine, but thankfully the quality of work that Ministry is well known for still holds very well for this compilation. [more]
This compilation is without doubt the best summary of the year's musical highlights. Mixing on both discs is flawless and smooth and the tracks are the stars here. [more]
...if you want a compilation of randomly good tracks, both to chill to and to bop along to, I would recommend Ministry's Chill Out Annual 2002. [more]
With so many 'guides to' and 'dance now' compilations hitting stores it would be easy for Ministry of Sound to become complacent, I'm happy to report that Club Nation 2002 is something a little different. [more]
Mark Dynamix - Ministry of Sound Classics mix
On New Years Day we’ll see another renowned brand setting up shop in the opulent surrounds of Ivy. Ministry of Sound Classics will be holding sway on January 1st, check out a classics mix from one the DJs playing on the day! [more]
MDX - Live at Chinese Laundry, May 2009 - Part 2
To put MDX’s (aka Mark Dynamix) career achievements into perspective is one hell of a task... [more]
MDX - Live at Chinese Laundry, May 2009 - Part 1
To put MDX's (aka Mark Dynamix) career achievements into perspective is one hell of a task. Mark has been passionately and dynamically involved in the evolution of Australian dance music since he jumped head first into the house music scene. [more]
Mark Dynamix - inthemix50 Promo
If a DJ's worth were measured by longevity alone, Mark Dynamix could hang up his slipmats. Having DJed professionally for more than 15 years, Mark is a significant figure in Australian dance music culture. [more]
Fans of Mark Dynamix will have a final chance to hear him play before he embarks on the next leg of his career, a German Excursion. Get a taste of his Teutonic style with this mix for ITM. [more]
Does it get any better than this?! Jeez, I don't think so... Australia's highest selling DJ hits up inthemix with an exclusive set focussing on his tech/electro style in absolute cranker! Don't forget to vote for Mark in the ITM Top50! [more]
Without question Mark Dynamix is one of Australia's most talented and loved DJs with a huge number of retail mix releases under his belt and a gig list that most could only dream of. This JJJ set is an excellent journey into truely wicked basslines and head-caving electro - THANKS MARK! [more]
Australia's all-round leading man of the decks takes inthemix into electro-house territory with this punk-infused ripper! [more]
tech:LOGIC is a one hour electronic music show, highlighting the best in Australian and International talent. [more]
Voted Australia's #2 DJ in the Technics inthemix50 DJ Poll, Mark mixed this for ITM exclusively! [more]
Mark Dynamix - ITM Interview, Part 1
Having recently returned to Australia after 6 months in Europe, inthemix caught up with Mark Dynamix to speak about his time spent in Berlin and current approach towards DJing and production. [more]
June 2001 - Mark Dynamix
In between sets on a busy weekend, Mark takes 5, and spills the beans on choons that make him go mmmmmmmm.... [more]
