Kenichi Thomas (aka DJ Just Nine) has been exploring music without regard for genres from a young age. That expansive taste, plus a desire to perfect the craft of DJing has earned him notable achievements like touring with Rhymesayers Entertainment artist Atmosphere; serving as I Self Devine’s tour DJ for five years; and performing on high-profile stages such as Rock The Bells, SxSW, Low End Theory, Afropunk Festival, 2018’s Super Bowl Live, and numerous Soundset Festivals. Just Nine currently holds down the decks for Minneapolis hip hop artist Greg Grease, countless club nights throughout the Twin Cities, and as a founding member of the future-funk band Astralblak (formerly known as ZULUZULUU). Together with Astralblak, he has released three albums on Sound Vérité Records (2016’s “What’s The Price”, 2018’s “Seeds”, and 2020’s “Space & Time EP”).
FACULTY
Kenichi Thomas
Course Offerings
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Summer Contemporary Music / EMRA Lessons – MPLS
Launched in Fall 2025, MacPhail’s Contemporary Music Program brings together decades of offerings into one program that expands opportunities for students of all ages. The Contemporary Music Program includes offerings...
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Summer Contemporary Music / EMRA Lessons – ONLINE
Launched in Fall 2025, MacPhail’s Contemporary Music Program brings together decades of offerings into one program that expands opportunities for students of all ages. The Contemporary Music Program includes offerings...
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Electronic Music Recording Arts Camp: July 20-24
Step into the world of music creation! Designed for ages 13–19, this hands-on camp gives young artists the chance to dive into music production, beat making, songwriting, singing, and DJing....