Mike Huckaby (2020), legendary Detroit house music DJ

Mike Huckaby was a Detroit house music DJwho was influential in the house and techno scene.

• Died:Friday, April24, 2020 (Who else died on April24?)
• Details of Death:Died at the age of54 in aDetroithospital after suffering a stroke and then testingpositivefor COVID-19.
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Influential House DJ

Huckaby was a major figure in the Detroit house and techno music scene.Starting out of high school, he had residencies at Motor Lounge and the Majestic Caf00. He also toured in theUnited States and internationally.Huckabywas also known as the manager of the dance music department atRecord Time.

Hard work pays off

"I committed myself to days and years of practice. I started with [ghetto-tech pioneer] Gary Chandler. I practiced religiously every day. We didn't stop until we could handle a 9-to-2party." 94From a 2003 interview in the Detroit Free Press

What they said about him

Full Obituary: Detroit Free Press