I just got in from djing the most emotional set in my 20+ years of djing. I felt my eyes well up a couple times during the set. Yes, you guessed right.....the day the greatest who ever did it, Michael Jackson, passed away and of course I did a most memorable mixdown. I just found out about his passing only an hour before I was slated to spin at a new venue, 17 Below. Although I have plenty of MJ on my harddrive I wish I could've known soon so I could've had ALL of his joints. Judging by the ovation I received after my set was done I think I did quite well.
What did I play? I "went in"!! I went in so hard that even hardcore MJ fans came up to the booth and told me this was the best mix they'd ever heard! I played the normal classics like "P.Y.T.", "Don't Stop Til You Get Enough" and "Starting Something". I also got deeper with "I wanna be where you are" and "You can't win" from the Wiz soundtrack. The energy in the place was almost supernatural....and somewhat overwhelming at some points!
This night I will remember and cherish for the rest of my life. MJ transcends all hatred, prejudice and other negativity that makes our "brand" of human sad at times. He will always be remembered by me. Always. I learned to blend mix off hits like "Baby be Mine", "Can you feel it", "Dancin Machine"and "I want you back". Is it just me that feels like I've lost a family member?
Here is 75 minutes of the musical magic that occured last night. Please share and enjoy!
Here are some of the memorable images.
I'm returning to 17 Below this Saturday night for another set. Something tells me I may be asked to go in for "Ben's" friend again. It would be an honor. As I moonwalk into my bedroom,
I'd love to hear from you! What's your favorite MJ moment?My all time fav is when he did the moonwalk on Motown's 25th anniversary schedule! MJ, if you are reading this, just know that the world mourns deeply and misses you very much! God bless you!
One love
The Superhero DJ, Jon Quick
All I have to say is.... I'm sad I missed it last night... I was in quite a mood where reflection in peace was key for me. I shed tears...As I keep saying to friends, WE WERE RAISED UP WITH HIM! He brought Soul, Life, Peace, Fun, Happiness, Sadness, Love ... and so much more to our lives. I think we all lost a piece of ourselves yesterday. He will ALWAYS be remembered.
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