We're looking for the dirtiest remixer, skratcher, turntablist, rock the party, transforming, blend mastering DJ in all of San Diego. We want the gutter, the mainstream, and the original to face off for a one night event.
Consciously Social Message
To cultivate a more philanthropic and culturally aware community, we are taking measures to incorporate a creative call to action. This year our collaborating organization advocates for the welfare of children globally in such critical areas as education, health and social justice. The goal of Invisible Children, Inc. is to holistically provide quality education and opportunities to the people of Northern Uganda, while empowering youth in America to use their voice for action. By inspiring the youth in America to use their creativity for change and become personally involved, Invisible Children is creating lifelong activists.
This is a Red Carpet event and will sell out BEFORE the day of the show!
Don't Miss the Debut Production of our Annual Event!
Championship Cash Prize
1st Place - $1000
Sponsorship Prizes will include:
- A chance to feature your remix on Miz Mandy's upcoming album
- A chance to have your remix on the radio as Miz Mandys next single
Sponsored by Miz Mandy
- A chance to have your remix made into a ringtone
Sponsored by Douglas Foxworthy
- Exclusive video clips of their performance
Sponsored by Let's Play Downtown
- Full page spreads in Nostika Magazine - Circluation 20,000 monthly
Sponsored by Nostika Magazine
- Nights in Las Vegas
- Auto detailing
Sponsored by AP Auto Services
- Gift certificates to local shops
Various Sponsors including Californa Sound and Lighting
- and much more to be determined...
All contestants who are accepted into the competition will receive prizes from our sponsors. We understand DJ's have prior commitments. At the same time we would love to have a stellar turnout forcing local talent to dig in their crates, their laptopsl, and show our beloved scene what you're all about!
Complete and send a copy of the agreement by Friday, June 15th, 2007.
Email a brief bio about yourself (50-100 words) accompanied by one recent photograph and a CMYK, 300 DPI version of the logo you would like us to use in marketing collateral to [email protected] by Friday, June 15th, 2007. Please put “BATTLE Entry Form†in the subject line.
Submit one remixed version of a track from Miz Mandy’s new album, “In the Mix†by Sunday, June 17th, 2007. Username and password to access the layers of these tracks will be available on the Miz Mandy website upon receipt of entry form. Material can be emailed as an MP3 to [email protected].
Event Overview
• Competition will take place on the evening of July 1st, 2007 at Aubergine on 4th. All competitors will have the opportunity to put on a full scale show including live musical accompaniment, dancers, visual effects, and digital art.
• DJ’s must be present in order to accept winning title and prizes.
• Competitors will be allowed a minimum of fifteen (15) and maximum of twenty (20) minutes each to compete.
• Winner of BATTLE In The Mix will receive cash, publicity and media ops, sponsor prizes, and the chance to produce their featured remix on an upcoming Miz Mandy album.
• DJ’s will perform for a panel of five (5) judges, selected for their recognized level of expertise in this area of the music and entertainment industry. Judges will have no connection whatsoever with any competitor. The judges will be positioned with a clear view of the competitors and have the procedure for judging clearly explained to them prior to the start of the competition.
• At the completion of each set, the judges will have five minutes to discuss the performance and fill out score cards. Judges will be supplied with numbered cards with the corresponding names of each DJ. The panel of judges will assess each contestant on the five following criteria:
Technical Ability -
Includes how well the music is mixed.
Programming -
Includes the quality of programming in mixes, such as the flow between grooves.
Creativity -
Translations between tracks indicate technique beyond just fading from one track to another.
Visual Accompaniment –
Assessment of artistic, visual and technical elements DJ’s used to supplement their performance.
Miz Mandy Remix –
Based on the creativity, technique and audience reaction to DJ’s version of artist’s original track.
A Non-Profit Benefit Sunday Night July 1st @ Aubergine
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