The Music Recognition Awards

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The Music Recognition Awards

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  • Home
  • 🏆 WINNERS
    • 🏆 2023 WINNERS
    • 🏆 2021 WINNERS
  • The Adjudicators
    • Hard Dance Adjudicators
    • Urban Music Adjudicators
    • MC ADJUDICATORS
  • Public Voting Rules

DJ ENTRY CRITERIA

To ensure every DJ is judged fairly, all entries must meet the following submission requirements.


ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

  • Minimum of 3 months' DJ experience.
  • One (1) entry per person, per category.
  • Maximum of three (3) genre entries where applicable.
  • You must clearly state the genre you are entering on your application. For example: Drum & Bass, Hip Hop, House, UK Garage, Trance, Techno, Hardcore, Jungle, or any other recognised genre. Entries will only be judged within the genre selected on your application. If your chosen genre is not clearly stated, your application may be delayed, returned for clarification, or rejected.
  • All submitted material must be your own original work.


VIDEO SUBMISSION

  • One continuous 15–20 minute DJ performance.
  • Submitted in MP4 format.
  • The DJ and all equipment must be clearly visible throughout the performance.
  • The use of pitch control must be demonstrated.
  • Use of the Sync button is not permitted.
  • No MCs or additional performers may appear in the performance.
  • The submitted performance must be genuine and must not contain misleading edits.


AUDIO SUBMISSION

  • A matching WAV audio file of the same performance must be provided.
  • The WAV file must correspond exactly with the submitted video.


PHOTO SUBMISSION

You must upload a high-quality photograph that you would like the Music Recognition Awards to use if your application is shortlisted, nominated, or selected for promotional material.

The photograph should clearly show you and be suitable for publication across our website, social media, marketing materials, and event graphics.

By submitting a photograph, you confirm that you own the image or have permission to use it for these purposes.


JUDGING CRITERIA

Our adjudicators will assess each entry based on:

  • Mixing ability
  • Beatmatching
  • Track selection
  • Flow and programming
  • Technical ability
  • Creativity
  • Overall performance


IMPORTANT

Entries that do not meet these requirements, contain false or misleading information, infringe copyright, or breach the Music Recognition Awards Terms & Conditions may be rejected or disqualified.

When you are ready to submit your entry, please return to the Twisted Official website to complete your application.

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