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Rae’s literary debut came in 2016 with ''Northern Sulphuric Soulboy'', a photo essay and limited-edition vinyl release, reflecting on his career and the UK underground music scene.<ref name="whosampled2016" />
Rae’s literary debut came in 2016 with ''Northern Sulphuric Soulboy'', a photo essay and limited-edition vinyl release, reflecting on his career and the UK underground music scene.<ref name="whosampled2016" />


In 2021, Rae published a novel titled ''The Caterpillar Club'', accompanied by an original soundtrack, gaining coverage in BBC Radio segments <ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m00108w7|title=BBC Radio 6 Music - Chris Hawkins, Author Mark Rae joins Chris to chat about his new book - The Caterpillar Club.|website=BBC}}</ref>
In 2021, Rae published a novel titled ''The Caterpillar Club'', accompanied by an original soundtrack, gaining coverage in BBC Radio segments<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m00108w7|title=BBC Radio 6 Music - Chris Hawkins, Author Mark Rae joins Chris to chat about his new book - The Caterpillar Club.|website=BBC}}</ref>
and literary outlets.<ref name="15q2021">“[https://15questions.net/interview/fifteen-questions-literature-interview-mark-rae/page-1/ Fifteen Questions Literature Interview with Mark Rae].” ''15 Questions'', 2021. Retrieved June 25, 2025.</ref>
and literary outlets.<ref name="15q2021">“[https://15questions.net/interview/fifteen-questions-literature-interview-mark-rae/page-1/ Fifteen Questions Literature Interview with Mark Rae].” ''15 Questions'', 2021. Retrieved June 25, 2025.</ref>


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* [https://www.discogs.com/artist/2604-Mark-Rae Mark Rae on Discogs]
* [https://www.discogs.com/artist/2604-Mark-Rae Mark Rae on Discogs]
* [https://djmag.com/content/rae-christians-10-most-influential-tracks DJ Mag: Rae & Christian's Most Influential Tracks]
* [https://djmag.com/content/rae-christians-10-most-influential-tracks DJ Mag: Rae & Christian's Most Influential Tracks]
* [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rae_%26_Christian Rae & Christian on Wikipedia]
* [[Rae %26 Christian|Rae & Christian on Wikipedia]]


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  • Comment: I'm not seeing how he merits a standalone article. The line "He began DJing in local Newcastle clubs before moving to Manchester, where he became a key figure in the city’s underground music scene" is completely unsourced and does not say why he is a key figure. 331dot (talk) 09:13, 28 June 2025 (UTC)
  • Comment: Lack of significant coverage about him in mentioned references in the draft. Ref 4 is not a reliable source, as it is a self-published source. Fade258 (talk) 00:26, 28 June 2025 (UTC)


Mark Rae
Born (1968-07-04) July 4, 1968 (age 56)
Ashington, Northumberland, England
GenresHip hop, electronic, soul, trip hop
Occupation(s)DJ, producer, label owner, author
Years active1995–present
LabelsGrand Central Records

Mark Rae (born July 1968 in Ashington, Northumberland) is a British DJ, music producer, remixer, and author. He is best known as one half of the production duo Rae & Christian and as founder of the independent label Grand Central Records. Rae's career spans hip hop, soul, funk, and electronic music, and includes collaborations with Moby, Jay-Z, Bobby Womack, and Public Enemy.[1]

Early life

Rae was born in Ashington, Northumberland, and raised in Cramlington and Ponteland.[2] He began DJing in local Newcastle clubs before moving to Manchester, where he became a key figure in the city’s underground music scene.

Career

Grand Central Records

In 1995, Rae founded Grand Central Records, an influential Manchester-based label that helped define the UK hip hop and soul scene.[3] The label released music by artists such as Aim, Fingathing, Mr. Scruff, and Rae & Christian, and operated until 2006.

Rae & Christian

Rae formed the duo Rae & Christian with sound engineer Steve Christian. Their debut album, Northern Sulphuric Soul (1998), blended soul, hip hop, and electronica, and was praised by critics for its innovative production.[1] The duo collaborated with The Pharcyde, Texas, Tania Maria, and The Jungle Brothers, and were recognized by DJ Mag and BBC Radio for their contribution to British electronic music.[4]

Their follow-up album, Sleepwalking (2001), further expanded their profile, featuring guest vocalists and global touring.

Remix work and solo projects

In addition to group work, Rae released solo albums including Rae Road (2002), Into the Depths (2004), and Mercury Rising (2013). He has remixed tracks by Jay-Z, Public Enemy, Lamb, Moby, and others.[1]

He also launched the project Yes King with fellow producer Rhys Adams, focused on blending reggae, funk, and electronica, after relocating to Los Angeles.[4]

Literary work

Rae’s literary debut came in 2016 with Northern Sulphuric Soulboy, a photo essay and limited-edition vinyl release, reflecting on his career and the UK underground music scene.[3]

In 2021, Rae published a novel titled The Caterpillar Club, accompanied by an original soundtrack, gaining coverage in BBC Radio segments[5] and literary outlets.[6]

In 2025, he released his second novel, again with an original soundtrack of 10 tracks, New Town Ghosts, and he spoke to Anna Foster on BBC Radio Newcastle about his experience growing up in the 1970’s in Cramlington as well as being neurodivergent.[7]

Discography

Solo albums

  • Rae Road (2002)
  • Into the Depths (2004)
  • Ode to a Dying DJ (2005)
  • Northern Sulphuric Soulboy (2016)

With Rae & Christian

  • Northern Sulphuric Soul (1998)
  • Sleepwalking (2001)
  • Another Late Night: Rae & Christian (2001)
  • Mercury Rising (2013)
  • Mercury Rising Remixes (2014)

References

  1. ^ a b c Art Jefferson. “Interview with Rae & Christian”. ColoRising. Retrieved June 25, 2025.
  2. ^ “Right Places, Right Times – Once A DJ.” Once A DJ Podcast. Retrieved June 25, 2025.
  3. ^ a b “Interview with Mark Rae for WhoSampled.” WhoSampled. October 5, 2016. Retrieved June 25, 2025.
  4. ^ a b “Mark Rae Interview – Yes King Part One.” DJ Mag
  5. ^ "BBC Radio 6 Music - Chris Hawkins, Author Mark Rae joins Chris to chat about his new book - The Caterpillar Club". BBC.
  6. ^ Fifteen Questions Literature Interview with Mark Rae.” 15 Questions, 2021. Retrieved June 25, 2025.
  7. ^ "Anna Foster - He's worked with the likes of Jay Z, Texas, Robbie Williams and Bobby Womack... - BBC Sounds". www.bbc.co.uk.

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