Born and raised in NW Detroit, Thornton is a pure Detroit creative contributor and culture creator having earned a BA from Wayne State University. Thornton was introduced to the Techno and House music sound and has since debuted his club event, FAMILY, now in its 23rd year, voted “Best Club Night in America.” He helped produce MEDF, Dally In the Alley, Eastern Market After Dark, Dine Drink Detroit and the Knight Arts Challenge Award Ceremony. Thornton also currently serves as Director of Marketing and Community Outreach for MoGo, Detroit’s well-loved and used non-profit bike share system.