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Mark Lyttle

In an era where good lyrics are lacking, artiste Mark Lyttle emerges as a force to be reckoned with.

A powerful baritone singer, and songwriter, Mark has a goal to touch as many hearts as possible with his music and varied, but positive, messages.

Born in Kingston, Lyttle realised his talent in his late teens while in a church choir. His talent was propelled by a passion for music, which surpassed all other ambitions.

He credits artistes such as Luther Vandross, Teddy Pendergrass and James Ingram for influencing his love of music and providing a level of music that is inspiring and entertaining, a model he hopes to perfect.

His musical skills were honed by his participation in the church choir. This is also where Mark developed a zeal for performing.

Encouraged by numerous accolades he received from family, friends and church members, Mark decided to take his music to a wider audience.

This he achieved, somewhat, by his involvement with the singing group, Jesus Freaks, which was mainly a religious group and of which he was lead singer.

The group however broke up and Mark opted to utilise his singing and songwriting skills in pursuing music as a solo artiste.

After some time, though, life

intervened and Mark found himself off the musical path as he pursued other ventures including a nine-tofive job.

His love for music, however, persisted and he found himself being repeatedly drawn to circles where music was dominant.

This contributed to him being recalled to the musical arena where he resurrected his songwriting skills and passion for music was reborn. His latest efforts, which he has produced, have yielded four singles including the timely and relevant, This Little Nation, which has captivated all who have been privileged enough to hear them, leaving them awe-struck by his obvious talent.

Mark Lyttle has a renewed commitment to his craft and described his music as soulful and current, with an international flavour laced with just the right amount of reggae.

Lyttle is promoting his latest single, Missing You.