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Following the success of last year, we're excited to announce two new DJ contests through which we look for young, local talent from Antwerp. In this competition, we are searching for upcoming DJs specializing in the harder styles, like drum 'n' bass, hard techno and gabber/hardcore (and all that lovely high-bpm chaos). Six finalists will be selected based on submissions we receive. From these, three winners (one per music style) will secure a spot on the Full Circle line-up:

• An opening spot on Friday, November 8, in Club Vaag, hosted by Primate Invites (drum 'n' bass)
• An opening spot on Friday, November 8, in Kasko, hosted by Hard Harder Hardst (hard techno)
• An opening spot on Saturday, November 9, in Kavka, hosted by Stimular (gabber and hardcore)

To help you prepare for the grand finale, we will host three masterclasses with established DJs on Wednesday, September 25 at the Plug The Jack studios. These free classes are designed to refine your skills before the big event. The grand finale will be a proper dance event at Kavka on Friday, October 4 (no ceremonies, just banging DJ sets). This night will be open to the public and will also feature a local headliner to make it even more unforgettable. The winner of each final will receive an €80 voucher for Plug The Jack.

Important detail:

• We're looking for local DJs only!
• To participate, you must either live, work, or study in District Antwerp (2000, 2018, 2020, 2030, 2050, 2060, 2140 Borgerhout, 2600 Berchem, 2100 Deurne, 2170 Merksem, 2180 Ekeren, 2610 Wilrijk, 2660 Hoboken, 2040 BeZaLi en 2150 Borsbeek). Proof of residency, such as a certificate of residence, dorm contract, work agreement, or utility bill, is required and will be used solely for reporting to the city of Antwerp.

Submit your mix and showcase your talent! Good luck!

Partners: Stad Atwerpen, Jammings & Plug The Jack

Note: there is another DJ contest for disco, house and melodic techno, so please make sure you participate in the right competition.