BACK2BACK DJ BATTLE

BACK2BACK DJ BATTLE

DJ APPLICATION INFORMATION

If 8 MILE and Boiler Room had a baby,
this would be it.

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dj APPLICATIONS
FOR MAY 2026 COHORT

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Welcome to SEASON 3

SEASON 3: TOURNAMENT 2 - FRIDAY 1st May 2026 (Feb - May cohort)

  • Application closes Friday 20th Feb 2026

  • Screening calls Wed 24th Feb 2026

  • Final 8 chosen Thurs 25th Feb 2026

  • Full campaign starts Mon 2nd March 2026

  • DJ Battle competition Friday 1st May 2026


This 2–3 month incubator discovers and nurtures underground talent. Beyond a competition, Back2Back DJ Battle acts as an "A&R training pathway," providing workshops, resources, and content to launch each artist's public identity.

RESOURCES
Just like a job, do your research to see if you're ready for the role.

ARE YOU THE DJ WE’RE LOOKING FOR?

  • You're a confident DJ who can make quick decisions on your feet 

  • You've got a unique performance persona who can handle and engage with a live crowd 

  • You're a wiz at power mixing and able to alter as needed whilst keeping a high standard set 

  • You've got a good grasp on different techniques such as hot cues and effects 

  • You've got a strong sound identity but can be fluid to explore multi genres

  • You've want to further develop your skills and accelerate your music career

CHANGE YOUR OWN FATE & APPLY

BENEFITS FROM BEING CHOSEN INTO THE FINAL 8

This is what you’ll get without even winning! so what are you waiting for? Change your own fate and apply asap before your chance closes.

  • Resources, preparation support and free training workshops

  • Full 6 week digital marketing campaign and personalised content from full bio presentation, G-SHOCK Radio archives, Mixcloud sets, designed artwork, produced skits and more!

    Check out the #BattleVerse to see

  • Receive access to all professional photography, headshots, and DJ videos and live-battle recordings for personal advertising use in the future.

  • Get cross promoted across all our channels and affiliations

    • Get your DJ set uploaded on Mixcloud with average 150-300 listens globally

    • Get exposed after the competition on YouTube

    • Get invited to G-SHOCK Radio and have your feature uploaded on their popular archives

  • Access The Faded Community branded events and artist database  DJ & producer database, WhatsApp community forums to connect with other creators and ravers. Get feedback and connected with industry judges

  • Get dedicated artist liaison for both logistical and mental support.

    We’re passionate about this topic because we know that it’s nerve-racking to put yourself outside of your comfort zone. But we’re here to provide all the support we can to get you prepped for the competition, and beyond! (for your career)

  • By being in the FINAL 8 lineup, you are automatically in the lineup for the supplement F2F (Face2Face) event after the competition ends.

    The date of the event is one month after the competition date.

    This will be a paid gig for an hour set with your allocated B2B partner (but F2F!)

ENTER THE #BATTLEVERSE

Explore, discover or stalk the competing DJs in this content universe. Click enter or HERE

Watch everything from their audition tapes, personal POVS and award-winning acting skits (insert sarcasm) to their character cards highlighting their specs, musicality and strengths!

TOURNAMENT PRIZES

  • Mixcloud PRO account 

  • Pirate Studio credits

  • Rekordbox one year subscription by Alpha Theta

  • A spot at the Riot Noise x Faded Community 3-day Amplify Academy in September 2026

  • Back2Back DJ Battle Interview podcast at Pirate Studios

  • The Faded Scene editorial feature 

  • Mission London 1 hour studio content recording

  • Get invited back to the November 2026 championship to win...

CHAMPIONSHIP PRIZES (2025 for reference only)

  • UK festival slot with Noise 

  • Radio residency with G Shock Radio 

  • Mixcloud feature article on their Blog

  • Marketing & branding 2-hour solo workshop with The Faded Community

  • DJ equipment from Alpha Theta (Omnis Duo)

  • and all above again from the tournament prizes

WHAT DO YOU WIN FROM THE NIGHT?

ACCELERATE YOUR CAREER & APPLY

KEY DATES

By applying, you will need to confirm that you can take part of all dates below as part of the program

  • Event: Friday 1st May 2026

  • Free DJ class @ Pirate Dalston 3-hours workshop: Saturday 18th April 2026

  • G-Shock Radio & Content day: Sunday 15th March 2026

  • Free marketing session 2-hours workshop: Monday 9th March 2026

  • Final 8 screening call: Wednesday 25th Feb. Final 8 confirmed by Thursday 25th Feb 2026

  • Pirate studio PRO room practice hour: You get 1x free hour so your choice on when and where in the week leading up to the competition date

Application for MAY DJ BATTLE closes Friday 20th Feb 2026

REGISTER NOW

APPLICATION & NEXT STEPS

The details from your application and provided bio will be used for marketing purposes should you be selected. Please make sure to proof read and check your emails promptly if you are chosen. If we don't hear from you within 24 hours of notification then we can't hold your spot.  

T&Cs
To help make this tournament sustainable there is a non-refundable £10 artist entry fee.

This entry fee is for each tournament that you apply to (There's only a total of 3 max you can apply to). The entry fee is the lowest fee in comparison to other industry competitions. Without even winning the crown, you win a lot more perks and benefit by being part of this A&R pathway program.

If you are chosen, you will immediately be required to pay a refundable deposit of £20 to confirm your commitment and reserve your spot. This fund acts as a deterrent to cancel after all of the work that goes into content creation and promoting you online. It will be returned back to you after the event.

LAST RESOURCES

  • Check out this explainer HERE then catch-up TV on YOUTUBE to watch all past battles

    Once chosen into the FINAL 8. You will be given a Welcome Pack that outlines all rules and rounds for preparation. You will have two months to prepare for the competition

  • No it’s a DIGITAL DJ competition only (no vinyls or turntables)

    We welcome a wide range of genres and BPMs. What you will be tested on is how well you can represent your expert sounds, styles, transitions and mixing tricks.

  • The program in the lead up to the competition night is 2 months. Within this, you are expected to be present for 4 key dates:

    • Event: Friday 1st May 2026

    • Free DJ class @ Pirate Dalston 3-hours workshop: Saturday 18th April 2026

    • G-Shock Radio & Content day: Sunday 15th March 2026

    • Free marketing session 2-hours workshop:Monday 9th March 2026

    The rest is for you to allocate your own practice time. You will get 1x FREE Pirate Studio Pro studio hour (with 3 decks). You can book in with us on any date and location

  • Yes we encourage DJs from all walks of life to showcase any electronic music genres

    We’ve had a lot of genres in past DJ Battles

    • House & Tech house

    • Drum & Bass

    • Jungle

    • UKG/ Speed Garage

    • Dubstep

    • Techno

    • Jersey club/ Future Beats

    • Afro Beats

    • Soca & Reggaeton

    and more!

  • Yes. You’ve got 5 mins to showcase who you are in the first round. If you get through, the next round tests your skills and abilities outside of your comfort zone.

    Then if you make it to the final round, this is a 15 mins of pure back2back and track4track

    In the world of the DJ Battles, 5 mins is a lot of time to read the room and cater to the audience

  • Once you’ve competed in the first round (Quarter finals) and don’t get into the next round (Semi finals) then there is a chance you can come back for redemption.

    The 2 DJs with the highest decibel measure will be invited back for the People’s Choice Awards round, where there are no rules. Play the last 5 mins set to make people remember you and win £50 cash!

    Judges don’t get to vote. The power is fully by the people to vote.

  • There are 3 votes

    • 2x votes are from the industry judges who will provide live feedback after the DJ Battle then cast their decision

    • 1x vote is from the live-audience

    You need 2 out of 3 votes to get into the next round

  • 3x Pioneer CDJ 3000s

    1x Pioneer A9 Mixer

  • EPK aka Electronic Press Kits is like a digital CV as an artist. It provides the full bio, links to core promotional materials, assets and latest work.

    HERE are tips on how to create one. You can also click on examples to view closer

    You do not need to have one to apply, but make sure to proof read your bio information and links.

    It would be nice if you had one so we can have all information in one place.

  • You will get invited to a 20 min screening call with founder Cat aka Faded Society.

    This step is to make sure you are 100% committed to the program, and serious about wanting to receive all the resources and artist development.

    We don’t mess around so we don’t want to work with those who aren’t serious about their music.

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