The Event*
Five DJs // Three judges // One champion crowned each week
Denver’s freshest weekly DJ throwdown is here. BPM Battle is part open-decks, part competition, and all energy—giving rising DJs a shot at local legend status. Think the chaos of your favorite reality TV show (but IRL) meets your favorite underground set.
The Format*
5PM – 7PM // DJ sign-up in person at Mockingbird. Drop your name in the hat & follow @SoundTheory + affiliates to qualify.
7PM // The Battle Begins: Five DJs are randomly selected to compete. Each gets 20-30 minutes to move the crowd and impress the judges.
9/10PM-ish // Winner Is 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, gift cards & MORE!
9/10PM – CLOSE // Victory lap turns into the afterparty with a featured DJ closing out the night.
How to ENTER*
Arrive early. Sign-up opens during Happy Hour from 5PM - 7PM
Follow @Mockingbird.Denver & @BeaconDenver // Subscribe to our artist & talent list, be the first to know about upcoming events, exclusive pop ups, discounts & more.
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.
