International DJ sensation Nu-Mark returns to rock the 808 club at RCA

Following his show at 808's soft opening in December, Nu-Mark is back on RCA this weekend with an updated toy box and a full DJ set.

Nu-Mark, real name Mark Potsic, is a Polish-Iranian-American DJ who hit the big time as a founding member of Jurassic 5. Over the last two decades, he has put together a collection of 35,000 records and collaborated with a host of talents. He's known for his innovative plays on sound and has earned a reputation as one of the key figures in the late '90s DJ explosion.

He answered some questions from Daily Xpress via e-mail.

What are you working on?

I just did a Pharcyde remix for "4 Better or 4 Worse" and a track with Bumpy Knuckles. I'm collaborating with Quantic and I just finished a song with J-Live for his album. There's lots going on, plus touring as usual. Some of those artists might be on my album. Right now I'm working on beats for a possible Nu-Mark album ... just experimenting.

Your most recent collaboration, "Blend Crafters", was also your first instrumental-only record. 

It was a fun project that we did just to get some funky beats out there. I'd like to do another volume of beats soon.

What was your favourite toy when you were a kid?

I liked miniature cars by Matchbox the most. I really liked this toy drum my dad got me when I was around six years old.

Do you still hold on to some toys?

Well a good part of my set involves children's toys that have been rewired so I can play them in my set. So that would be a yes. I look for toys that are unique or advanced. There are some really bizarre toys out there these days.

What do you enjoy most about being a DJ?

I plan my sets so that each song makes sense to me. When the audience shows its appreciation, it's a really validating feeling! It makes me feel like I can trust my musical taste!

How was Bangkok last time?

Bangkok was great; the show was a little strange because most of the people there were from the UK and US. I would really enjoy seeing some more local people this time.

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Get up and get down

>> Nu-Mark performs on Saturday at 808 on RCA, Zone C.

>> Tickets, which include one bottle of San Miguel beer, are Bt500 for guys and Bt400 for gals.

>> Call (02) 203 1043 or visit www.808Bangkok.com.