Generation Next

Generation Next

Leonard Strickland iii

Generation Next is a Detroit-based electronic music producer and DJ known for his deep, melodic blend of techno and house. As the son of renowned Detroit artist Big Strick and a core member of the 7 Days Entertainment label, Generation Next represents the new wave of Motor City talent, blending classic Detroit influences with his own forward-thinking sound.

He began producing and releasing music in his early teens, debuting with the "Generation Next EP" in 2013. Since then, he's developed a reputation for moody, introspective grooves that sit comfortably between dancefloor energy and soulful experimentation. His work often features analog textures, driving drum patterns, and a strong emotional undercurrent—hallmarks of Detroit’s underground legacy.

Generation Next has released solo material as well as collaborations with his father Big Strick and younger brother Butterbandz, continuing a family tradition of authenticity and innovation. With multiple vinyl releases on 7 Days Entertainment and a growing international audience, Generation Next is firmly carving out his place in Detroit's storied electronic history.

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