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Q: Hi Mark! I love your broken jazz specially featuring Nia. Im now on repeat mode with 'More than a woman' I love the last seconds version of Dilla's Fall in Love. Could you just make it a long version?
A: thanks! we had a lot of fun putting that arrangement together and performing it. the dilla outro was a spontaneous thing that happened the first time we performed it and now it's usually there every time :) sometimes it's longer, sometimes it's shorter - it's all about catching it live!
Answered on 05/15/2012 by Mark de Clive-Lowe
Q: When it comes to record, is the kinda thing where you move into a studio or are you doing everything from home?
A: it really depends on what i'm doing. if i'm recording live drums, percussion, grand piano, horns or other acoustic instruments i'll be in a proper studio. if i'm working on the more electronic side of it, or recording vocals, strings sometimes, i'll do that at the home studio. i love to record live with other musicians too - that's something i always do in the bigger studio. you can definitely do a lot from a home setup, but for me, once you start dealing with acoustic instruments and multiple mics i prefer do be in a proper studio :)
Answered on 05/15/2012 by Mark de Clive-Lowe
Q: Hey Man, no question. LOVE & Respect what u do. I was introduced to you thru Sy Smith (who's music I LOVE!). We are a band in NY ... would love to work with you or even open up for you for free.
A: thanks for the words! best to reach out to management: office@mashibeats.com with any ideas you have. i dont usually have an opener but always open to check music that is new to me and hey... you never know what opportunities may present themselves :)
Answered on 05/09/2012 by Mark de Clive-Lowe
Q: Hi, How have you dealt with being undercut with pay for gigs? It seems like it always happens to me even tho I do employ contracts now. Any advice? Also, is it worth playing free gigs to build ur name
A: if you put a price tag on your work there will always be someone who can undercut you. the thing to do is to develop your own sound and style so that if someone wants You and Your Sound, then they have to (at least somewhat) respect your fee. someone else might offer them to do the same job for less, but if you really have your own sound that is unique to you, then that cheaper person will not be able to deliver what you can. if you sound miscellaneous, then you're more likely to lose the gig to someone who undercuts. there's a lot to be said too for developing a social rapport and adding the personal touch with your clients so there's a connection that's more than just coldly professional.

doing things for free can be good building - especially when you're starting out. just dont do it to undercut someone else. do it because you're in a situation for the love of it along with others. if you see cash flying around tho, maybe you should be getting paid!
Answered on 05/02/2012 by Mark de Clive-Lowe
Q: Hi Mark, not really a question, just a thank you, you inspired me to branch out from 'just' a keys player, to embrace technology and incorporate it into live on-the-fly. It's such a buzz!
A: glad to hear you're exploring the music in different ways. definitely a liberating experience. enjoy! :)
Answered on 05/01/2012 by Mark de Clive-Lowe
Q: Hey there Mark! Looking forward to seeing you in Vancity this Sat night :) Quick question....thinking of upgrading from an MPC1000 to the MPC2500 is this upgrade worth it for sound and feel?
A: took me a minute to get to this sorry! personally i think the MPC is only really worth investing in if it's a 3000. the 2500 is fun and has good functionality. if you really want a standalone piece of hardware, it's good. generally tho, i'd recommend native instruments maschine instead. whatever works for you, but for me the new MPCs aren't giving you anything extra special (which the old ones definitely do!) :)
Answered on 04/28/2012 by Mark de Clive-Lowe
Q: I was at the last Drom NYC show. The Primo thing you did with John Robinson was crazy. I was listening to Galt MacDermot's "Coffee Cold" that Dan and Paul flipped on Handsome Boy and thought of you.
A: thanks! we had a whole lot of fun flipping the joint and paying tribute to biggie and primo :) handsome boy have plenty of heavy jams for sure. gotta find a tasty something for us to flip at the next Drom CHURCH hit!
Answered on 04/17/2012 by Mark de Clive-Lowe
Q: When are you touring the UK?
A: hi there. i was just there actually - played a fun party at one of my favorite london spots - CLF warehouse in peckham. i'm back in europe in may and july too but not sure if there'll be any UK dates at the moment. definitely need to get back there more ! :)
Answered on 04/15/2012 by Mark de Clive-Lowe
Q: whats the best song you have ever produced?
A: that's probably more a question for the fans to answer! everyone seems to dig different tracks. i can tell you though that some of my favorite productions i've done are: The Why featuring nia andrews, Relax...Unwind featuring Abdul Shyllon, Running for Nothing (Lady Alma), Truth (Sy Smith), Hope (Rahel)... let me know if you find your own favorites :)
Answered on 04/14/2012 by Mark de Clive-Lowe
Q: 5/4 I am flying to Laguardia to hear #Church at Drom. I am hoping you and beautiful nia andrews will play "The Why"
A: you're in for a treat ;)
Answered on 04/10/2012 by Mark de Clive-Lowe