DJ NuKicks
Vibe Architect Award
2025
For DJs who do more than play music — they build atmosphere. This award goes to a selector who reads the room, sets the vibe, and keeps the community moving not just on the dance floor, but in spirit.
DJ Nu Kicks, originally from the northeast region of Louisiana. After moving to the DMV in search of southern hospitality, I finally felt at home when I relocated to Baltimore. Here, I was introduced to house music, my first chicken box, and the beautiful Black LGBTQ+ culture that embraced me as a DJ. This community’s support and acceptance fueled my passion, and I’ve fallen in love with creating spaces where we feel seen and celebrated. I’m eager and hungry to continue building safe, welcoming environments for our faces and voices to shine.
WHAT COMMUNITY HAD TO SAY:
"This DJ brought the vibe and the vision—holding it down at Charm City Pride Fest and throughout Baltimore Pride. More than just playing music, they created space for the LGBTQ+ community to feel seen, celebrated, and connected. A true crowd reader and culture shifter."
"I’m nominating DJ Nu Kicks because she not only sets the vibe through music but also uplifts the community—whether energizing the breast cancer walk, inspiring kids on career day, encouraging people to vote, teaching kids to dj or partnering with organizations whose missions she cares deeply about, she uses her talent to spark change."
"A Dj who truly curates for the community. Creates great events, and realyl cares about the future of Baltimore! Works with so many organizations to really make amazing events."