The Event*
Denver’s freshest weekly DJ throwdown is here. BPM Battle is part open-decks, part competition, and all energy—bringing together rising DJs for a shot at local legend status. Think America’s Got Talent meets your favorite underground warehouse set.
Five DJs. Three judges. One champion crowned each week.
The Format*
5PM – 6PM // DJ sign-up in person at Mockingbird. Drop your name in the hat & follow @SoundTheory + affiliates to qualify.
6PM – 9PM // The Battle Begins: Five DJs are randomly selected to compete. Each gets 20-30 minutes to move the crowd and impress the judges.
9PM // Winner Announced. Then they spin the prize wheel at Little Wing with chances to win:
$100 Bar Tab
Opening set at Mockingbird or Beacon
Flash drive with exclusive tracks
Headphones & more!
9PM – CLOSE // Victory lap turns into the afterparty with a featured DJ closing out the night.
How to ENTER*
Arrive early. Sign-up opens at 5 PM.
Follow @SoundTheory + affiliated accounts.
Submit your DJ name, genre, contact info & original track (optional).
If your name is drawn, it’s battle time.
DJs may only compete once every 4-5 months to keep the lineup fresh.
Genres on Deck*
Deep Dub / Glitch / Trip Hop / Down Tempo
Riddim / Tearout / Trap / Heavy Dubstep
Drum & Bass / Breaks / Liquid
House / Bass House / Tribal
Techno / Hardstyle
Phonk / Lo-fi / Hip-Hop / Rap
Judging Criteria*
Technical Skills (transitions, FX, double drops)
Music Selection & Style
Crowd Connection & Showmanship
Handling Mistakes (no redlining, no panic)
Expect honest feedback—sometimes helpful, sometimes hilarious. Excellent sets get minimal talk & max applause. Mid-tier sets get coaching. And if it all goes sideways? You’ll walk away with laughs, tips, and maybe a flash drive.
Why Enter?*
This Ain’t Your Average Open Decks
You’re not just DJing—you’re building your name in the scene. Connect with the community, get judged by industry professionals, and earn a chance to headline real venues.
It’s BPM Battle. Come for the happy hour. Stay for the showdown. Leave with your name ringing in the streets.
