DJ Cassidy: From ‘Pass the Mic’ Sensation to Spinning Hits at Jay Z and Beyoncé’s Wedding
During the peak of the COVID-19 pandemic, one of the highlights for many was the DJ Cassidy “Pass the Mic” event. This cool showcase brought together legendary figures from hip hop and R&B, giving us all the feels of the good ol’ days. The “Pass The Mic Live!” series hit up big TV events like the Soul Train Awards and BET Awards, bringing out icons like Chaka Khan, Patti LaBelle, Gladys Knight, Earth, Wind & Fire, and Nile Rodgers. They even had hip-hop OGs like Melle Mel, Public Enemy, Run DMC, Salt-N-Pepa, Big Daddy Kane, Method Man, Redman, and Remy Ma, plus vocal powerhouses like Gloria Gaynor, Jody Watley, Kelly Rowland, and reggae stars such as Shaggy, Super Cat, and Sean Paul. With a stellar lineup of 220 artists celebrating 40 years of epic music, these performances racked up over 54 million views on YouTube!
Digging into DJ Cassidy’s career shows off some serious highlights that prove he’s a big deal in the entertainment scene. Bringing all these big names for “Pass the Mic,” scoring a Vegas gig at Planet Hollywood, and throwing down with top artists really show his skills. Lately, DJ Cassidy took his “Pass The Mic Live!” series to Vegas, jamming with top-tier acts from hip-hop culture. Running the show with Ja Rule, Fat Joe, Slick Rick, and Doug E. Fresh, DJ Cassidy put on a show to remember with guests like Public Enemy, Akon, Raekwon, Ghostface Killah, Jermaine Dupri, Da Brat, Too $hort, and Warren G. This mix of classic hits had fans buzzing for six epic nights, leaving a mark.
Stepping into the Democratic National Convention, DJ Cassidy set the stage for a killer roll call playlist, with each song repping a state at the DNC. Getting picked by Vice President Kamala Harris and her crew to make this musical magic happen shows how he rolls. DJ Cassidy’s mad skills as a DJ shine in his smooth blend of different music vibes and eras, making him a hot ticket for events of all sizes, including the Obamas’ bash.
A major career high for DJ Cassidy was spinning tracks at Jay Z and Beyoncé’s wedding, a standout moment in many folks’ books. His chat on “Drink Champs” spills the tea on this gig. Beyond his DJ chops, DJ Cassidy has dropped hit albums like “Paradise Royale” and “Make The World Go Round,” with his tracks featured in hit TV shows and flicks, sealing his rep as top tier in the music game. Despite all the accolades what I love most about DJ Cassidy is his humility and dedication to his craft.