Detroit-born producer Marc Kinchen, also known as MK, has been a pioneering force in house music for over three decades, blending elements of New York-inspired garage and hard techno to create a unique and influential sound. His early work on Detroit labels like KMS set the stage for his commercial success, with hits like his remix of Storm Queen's "Look Right Through" reaching the top of the U.K. pop charts in 2013. After a hiatus from house music, Kinchen returned to the scene in the early 2010s with a string of successful remixes for artists like Lana Del Rey and Sam Smith, solidifying his status as a dance music icon.

Kinchen's career began with the group Separate Minds in 1989 before establishing himself as MK and founding Area 10 Records in Brooklyn. His remix of the Nightcrawlers' "Push the Feeling On" catapulted him to fame in the '90s, leading to collaborations with artists like Will Smith and a successful solo career. In the 2010s, Kinchen's remix of "Look Right Through" became a chart-topping hit, sparking renewed interest in his earlier works. With a string of successful singles like "17" and "Back & Forth," Kinchen continues to be a driving force in the house music scene, with hits like "Rhyme Dust" keeping him at the forefront of the genre in 2023.