Mark Dutchi Lye is a DJ, Writer and Activist of calibre in his own right, having written and contributed to magazines such as Blues&Soul, London, No-BS Magazine, London and Big Buzz Magazine and BBM Magazine, Ireland over the past 8 years.

His academic qualifications include Media: Communication and Production, and he currently studies at Birkbeck School of Philosophy, University Of London; the fourth best School of Philosophy in the UK. In addition, it is remarkable to see a young gentleman rise through the ranks solely on the virtues of hard work, dedication, respect, loyalty and perseverance. He has gained a vast knowledge and his devotion to the experience of the scene is well respected. His talent on the decks has to be seen and heard to be believed, it comes so naturally – a basic extension to his character and assertive personality.

Even though he's endorsed by many of the Major record labels including clothing lines i.e. AKADEMIKS; Dutchi will not support acts, artists or Organizations unless it's committed to Music as it should be and not excessively commercialised.

Through his work, he has interviewed International Hip Hop and Soul artists including:

Angie Stone

Nasir Jones (NAS)

Kamaal Ibn John Fareed (QTIP-TRIBE CALLED QUEST)

Laura Izibor

Estell