DETROIT – The friends and family of a beloved Metro Detroit DJ gathered to remember him the best way they could -- through music. READ: Popular Detroit musician fatally shot in suspected armed robberyThe free event started at 10 p.m. All donations will be given to the family of DJ Slick B. ORIGINAL STORY: Detroit police investigating after man killed, another injured in shootingDJ Marathon has known DJ Slick B since childhood. DJ Marathon said DJ Slick B had plans to move to Atlanta to grow his career as he became more well-known in the music industry. The DJ booth at Annex remained empty all night in DJ Slick B’s honor as the community continues to mourn.

ORIGINAL STORY: Detroit police investigating after man killed, another injured in shootingThe man killed in the shooting was DJ Slick B, a well known musician in the Detroit community. DJ Slick B had been inviting people through social media to the grand opening of the Hemp Museum. According to authorities, DJ Slick B and a friend were approaching a vehicle at about 7:30 p.m. when a suspect attempted to rob them at gunpoint. The man shot with DJ Slick B is expected to survive. The community is mourning the loss of DJ Slick B.