Vinyl Diggers Social with Mark Professor (Selectors Showcase/ Mighty Ruler Sound System)

'Vinyl Diggers Social' returns Sat 10th Jan with resident
Mark Professor ( Selectors Showcase)

Beat the Jan blues by joining us for the 'Vinyl Diggers Social' at the Elmhurst Pub!
Every Saturday night from 8pm pm to midnight, enjoy an eclectic mix of Disco, Funk, Reggae, Soul, rediscovered pop classics, and more. Free entry/ 2 for 1 cocktails with advance free tickets from Design My Night plus have a vinyl dig with record crates at the bar with all proceeds going to Tottenham Foodbank.

Mark Professor is an iconic London Collector/Selector/ Sound man and MC. Mark has been an active member of the Sound System and record collecting scene for many years. He is a household name on the UK reggae connoisseur 'revival' circuit and has guested on numerous bills. He also worked in the infamous 'Daddy Kools' records
Mark is well versed in many genres of music!
As well as his passion for collecting reggae records. He was in the "Nightlife Experience", a London street sound, playing blues dances and house parties in the 80's and 90's. As well as playing reggae, they also specialised in soul, and won a cup at a 'Rare Groove' sound clash.
He is also a member of the roots sound "Stereocity" which is known for their rub a dub and roots selection as well as some 'one a way' dubplates!
As part of the "Wreck It Up Crew" he showcased his MC skills, which led him to become a recording artist. In August 2013 Mark Professor released his debut single, "Oystah Card", and in 2017 he appeared on DB Cohen's "Find a Way" alongside D'Oxman, who is another stalwart of the UK reggae collectors scene. The song was produced by Snowboy and released on Ramrock records which run by Jo Wallace and Ashley Beedle. He has also recorded with another Ramrock stable band D’foe! He has also recorded for Selection train and released a song called ‘Rental Crisis’.
As well as being a MC he is also a song writer. He wrote a song called ‘Pain subsides’ which appears on Errol Lamzi’s debut album ‘Time is now’.
He is also part of the Soca Saga Boys playing at the Notting Hill Carnival and many other Soca events in the UK and abroad.
With his motto "Leave no musical stone unturned", he certainly does, and is part of the "Reference Library" which is more Jazz based. In addition, he recently played at the 'Missing Threads' exhibition at the famous Somerset House in London where
he played on his recent musical venture as part of the "The Mighty Ruler Sound System" a vintage sound system from 1962, that has been restored and is playing at many exhibitions. Prior to this, he collaborated with Harris Elliott and Dean Chalkley in their ‘Return of the Rudeboy’ at Somerset House
Mark Professor is also a founder member of the Youtube channel, "Selectors Showcase", in which, with other collaborators, he hosts a roll call of talented DJ's in the English and international Revival scene .
Two members of Selectors Showcase, Texas Ranger and Mark Professor have extensive catalogue of Trojan Records. So when the label was owned by Sanctuary records, both djs were commissioned by Trojan records to host events on their behalf, playing exclusively from their catalogue. This led to their monthly session the 'Trojan Explosion' and then Trojan Knights. Mark Professor has an abundance of Greensleeves records, which led to him hosting a similar event for them.
Mark Professor is an integral member of the reggae community, and a stalwart on the music scene as a whole. He now hosts another night called 'Hardcopy! Vinyl over virtual! At this he showcases all styles in one night, as he would say! "leaving no musical stone unturned"
This ability coupled with his MC skills has led to him to be booked abroad and has played in Sweden, Germany, America and Italy. There is more bookings afoot, so catch him in your area soon

The Elmhurst Pub, newly reopened on Lordship Lane, hosts a rotating lineup of local residents and special guest DJs who will be spinning strictly vinyl selections. The aim is to create a relaxed, social atmosphere where DJs not only play their sets but also bring crates of vinyl to sell, engaging with customers throughout the evening. Our recent 'Record Fair' was a testament to the area's vibrant music and vinyl-loving community, and many attendees suggested regular DJ sessions to maintain the social vibe.
Book a table to savour the pub's excellent selection of craft beers, wines, cocktails, and delicious food from the kitchen. Enjoy table football in the back area, play board games, and immerse yourself in the timeless warmth and occasional crackle of vinyl-only selections