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We’ve known this for years, but now the world knows DJ D-Nice is a national treasure. On Saturday (March 22), the Bronx Hip-Hop legend got on his Instagram Live for a live mix of music that hit over 100,000 participants that included the likes of Michelle Obama, Mike Tyson, Rihanna, Sean “Diddy” Combs, Janet Jackson, Will Smith and many, many more, including Mark Zuckerberg.
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D-Nice’s mixes had been growing in popularity since he started his “Homeschool” sessions earlier in the week as a way to keep people’s spirits up in lieu of being locked down thanks to the Coronavirus pandemic. At 5pm ET, he’s kick off a set that delved deep into Hip-Hop, R&B, Soul, Rock and more.
The “My Name Is D-Nice” rapper commented on its growth before yesterday’s (for now) pinnacle.
“I never would’ve thought that the best party I would create and DJ would be from the comfort of my own home,” said D-Nice in a message he posted on his Facebook on Saturday afternoon. “Homeschool is a thing! Yesterday was absolutely insane. The amount of artists and friends that virtually partied with me far exceeded my expectations. I’m feeling nothing but gratitude. Thanks to all of you that supported. This has been a great way to keep our spirits high.”
The spirits were certainly rocking yesterday, with #ClubQuarantine trending thanks to D-Nice’s skill on the mix. Giving all the celebs that tuned in shout outs, a particularly dope moment was when the Forever FLOTUS Michelle Obama entered the virtual party.
You knew D-Nice was geeked because he wasn’t even sure what record to play next (eventually it was DJ Khaled’s “Shining” ft. Beyonce).
Even Joe Biden and Bernie Sanders checked in—it was probably their social media people, but whatever.
But did we mention Oprah was there, too?
The peak was the room hitting over 100,000 people watching, and it was nothing short of an epic moment.
Anyone can hit start on a playlist but the energy and back and forth D-Nice provided is what kept so many engaged, and for hours. While the celeb check-ins were cool, it was the fans and camaraderie that made the moment so special.
Peep just some of the reactions to D-Nice bringing much-needed light during these dark times below. Give that man his flowers, right now. But, you can start by paying your tithes—his CashApp is $BRANDNICE.
DJ D-Nice Had The World Rocking With #ClubQuarantine On Instagram Live #SafeAtHome was originally published on hiphopwired.com
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Incredible. Thank you for tonight’s party, @djdnice. Truly epic. You brought so many together while #SafeAtHome. Bravo! #ClubQuarantine pic.twitter.com/7a7i6Uq0U2
— Ava DuVernay (@ava) March 22, 2020
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My brother @djdnice made history today no matter how you put it. Over 100k people tuned in to his IG Live for a virtual party. So proud of him, our people and our culture!! #ClubQuarantine #DJDNice pic.twitter.com/fWJydKYjl5
— Lenny S (@kodaklens) March 22, 2020
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AYE we lit! 24K Magic! #ClubQuarantine @djdnice pic.twitter.com/Pp8GXFpgFi
— Duggy (@DwayneDuggerII) March 22, 2020
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I totally overslept this morning. Overslept for what tho? Nothing really. I just normally wake up around 5. But I’m still so sleepy. Why? Last night a DJ saved my life...#ClubQuarantine
— @tiffanydcross (@TiffanyDCross) March 22, 2020
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D-Nice was “fangirling” like crazy when he saw her join live then played a whole @JanetJackson set. Like 5 of her songs back to back. 🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾
— ░░░ C H Ä M Ë L Ë Ö N ░░░ (@Chameleon876) March 22, 2020
D-Nice: “One of my favorite artists is in here, Janet Jackson,”
“We love you Janet. C’mon man. We love you. It’s insane.” #ClubQuarantine pic.twitter.com/379YjePw1d
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Me sneaking into #OnlineChurch after partying late at #ClubQuarantine pic.twitter.com/7Rvz3dfl71
— Lois Spencer Carter (@LotasticLens) March 22, 2020
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What a night. #ClubQuarantine
— roxane gay (@rgay) March 22, 2020
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Just left #ClubQuarantine w/ @djdnice on the ones & twos KILLIN IT! ER’YBODY UP IN THAT MUTHA for the greatest IG Live #SaferAtHome global party! I’m go back in!!!! As soon as a punish Sebastian for filming me 🙄😂… https://t.co/JCBwMedBxL
— Kim Fields (@KimVFields) March 22, 2020
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If we make it out of this thing in one piece there’s going to be looooooong line of people trying to get @djdnice to do their survival celebrations. #clubquarantine
— jelani cobb (@jelani9) March 22, 2020
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No better way to spend a Saturday night with Doug than at #ClubQuarantine. Thank you @djdnice for bringing the world together. pic.twitter.com/3L0noumxUn
— Kamala Harris (@KamalaHarris) March 22, 2020
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Let tonight be your reminder that Black people and Black culture have always been a unifying force. #QuarantineParty #ClubQuarantine
— Duanecia Evans Clark (@Duanecia) March 22, 2020
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Jersey is in the building at #ClubQuarantine with @djdnice.
— Governor Phil Murphy (@GovMurphy) March 22, 2020
Stay safe, stay home. Let’s #FlattenTheCurve together. pic.twitter.com/kkrGJKTqHk
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D Nice is living proof that a playlist and some speakers cannot replace an actual person playing for us. His dope ass energy is unmatched. #ClubQuarantine #QuarantineActivities
— Shanita Hubbard (@msshanitarenee) March 22, 2020
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STUNNING! My man @djdnice crossed the 100K barrier! More than 105,000 were jammin with @djdnice in his #ClubQuarantine virtual house party. It started five days ago with 200! pic.twitter.com/n9MQYof0WH
— rolandsmartin (@rolandsmartin) March 22, 2020
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Joe Biden is in #ClubQuarantine! It’s going down on @djdnice IG Live right now!!!
— Bakari Sellers (@Bakari_Sellers) March 22, 2020
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#ClubQuarantine the best thing popping!!!! Real music flex with @dnice on ig! Erbody at this party💃🏾💃🏾💃🏾💃🏾🕺🏾🕺🏾🕺🏾🕺🏾
— Missy Elliott (@MissyElliott) March 22, 2020
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If you want some good vibes, head over to DNice's quarantine party #ClubQuarantine on IG live right now. Yesterday I stayed all 6 hours. Worth it. Whole family was jamming.
— Gabrielle Union (@itsgabrielleu) March 21, 2020
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D-Nice Cashapp is $BRANDNICE. Might as well slide him the cover fee you would have paid had you gone out.
— brandon / jinx / big jinx (@brandonjinx) March 22, 2020
I can't even call this a DJ set, this is a public service.