Shaquille O’Neal has never been one to shy away from the spotlight, and this time, he’s bringing his larger-than-life energy to Raider Alley. Known for his passion for electronic dance music, the NBA legend again downed his DJ Diesel hat and set to fire up the crowd once again. As college basketball fans gear up for the season, Shaq’s upcoming performance promises to be one for the books. But that’s not all. He’s got a few surprises up his sleeve, making this appearance even more special.

On September 21, when Texas Tech faces off against Arizona State, DJ Diesel will take center stage and crank up the volume. Fans are already buzzing with excitement, and it’s easy to see why. Shaq’s high-energy beats have a way of pulling the crowd in, and this performance is expected to be no different. And just when fans think the month couldn’t get better, Houston legends Paul Wall and Slim Thug will close out the concert series on September 28 against Cincinnati. The energy will be high, the crowd ready to move, and the beats sure to keep everyone on their feet.

But Shaq’s involvement with Texas Tech goes beyond just music. KBCD II News recently revealed that Shaq’s popular restaurant, Big Chicken, has partnered with Texas Tech Athletics to serve food at the concession stands. “Next week’s performer to start Big 12 play, DJ Diesel, a.k.a. NBA legend Shaquille O’Neal. Shaq recently inked a deal with Tech Athletics for his restaurant Big Chicken to provide food for the concession stands. That’s next Saturday against Arizona State,” KBCD II reported.

Shaq isn’t new to the Big 12 scene, either. Last year, he teamed up with Grammy-nominated rapper Fat Joe, putting on an unforgettable show. Earlier this year, Shaq returned, performing alongside nine-year-old DJ sensation LC Danger, taking the stage after the Men’s Championship game.

Shaq’s Journey with EDM

Over the past few years, Shaquille O’Neal has been blending his love for basketball with his passion for music. The 2000 NBA MVP has fully embraced his role as DJ Diesel, making sure his beats hit just as hard as his dunks. Just last month, Shaq joined Machine Gun Kelly to kick off the 2024 NBA All-Star Weekend at the Indiana Convention Center, setting the stage for an unforgettable event.

Shaq’s music career has seen him perform at major festivals like Electric Castle near Banffy Castle and the iconic Lollapalooza. His versatility shines through his collaborations with both big-name artists and rising stars in the music scene. Recently, he teamed up with Chicago-based rapper Gawne to create something fresh.

Their track CHAOS highlights the grind toward success, with Shaq’s unique touch elevating the song. A music video for the track has also been released, offering fans a visual experience to match the hype surrounding the song.

But the excitement doesn’t stop there. Shaq and his son Myles dubbed the O’Neal boys, made history at Tomorrowland. Performing together at the Rave Cave, they became the first father-son duo to play a set at the iconic festival, treating the massive crowd to a mashup of Kendrick Lamar’s Humble and DMX’s X Gon’ Give It To Ya.

Stay tuned for more such updates and join us for the exciting second episode of the “Dual Threat Show” as our host BG12 sits down with Georgia Bulldogs star and Mountain West All-Freshman Team Selection, Asia Avinger.