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Detroit's Music Legacy | Nick Speed | TEDxDetroit

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Channel: TEDx Talks · 2018 · Nonprofits & Activism

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Nick performs a medley​ of Me vs. U and Well Alright with a special appearance by the Cass Tech Drumline. Nick Speed is no stranger to the limelight. His first major publicity began when he was only four years old, appearing on the front page of the Washington Post after being honored by President Ronald Regan for his accomplishments as Washington D.C.’s youngest on-air radio personality. As the son of an American music pioneer, Nick Speed has been surrounded by music his entire life. 

In the late 90s, Nick began building relationships with local hip-hop acts and developed a reputation as one of Detroit’s hottest dj/producers on the come up. In 2004, Nick’s demo fell into the hands of G-Unit President Sha Money XL, who signed Nick as an exclusive producer to his Money Management Group.

Having established himself as a platinum producer and DJ, Nick now returns to his roots as an artist and is looking forward to launching his solo career and heading to the front of the stage with his one of a kind charisma, energy and most of all, incredible new music! This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

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