After a little bit of a hiatus, we’re bringing back one of our most loved (and yes, hotly debated) features — the Decoded Magazine Mix of the Month. But this time, we’re doing it differently. We have enlisted our former Mix of the Month winner, Ben Clifford, to adjudicate and we are opening up more genres to submit.
We’re here for the DJs who dig deep. No EDM. No chart-toppers. No chasing plays. We want substance, not popularity contests. This isn’t about who can rack up the most streams or drop the latest Beatport Top 10. We’re looking for DJs who push boundaries. Those who explore sound, not trends. Those who understand that DJing is a craft, about storytelling, technical precision, selection, and soul.
As our Editor, Damion Pell, puts it:
“There’s a whole universe of talent that doesn’t get the exposure it deserves. We’re here to spotlight DJs who bring something real, who use their decks to say something unique. This isn’t about peak-time bangers; it’s about digging deeper, telling a story, and showing us who you are through your mix.”
Our new Mix Director – Ben Clifford, explains
“I was thrilled to be selected as a previous 2016 winner of the competition and loved how the Decoded team focused on creativity instead of just popularity, which is pretty rare these days! It’s a privilege to be asked to help judge the new era of competition entries, and I’m looking forward to hearing some fresh musical journeys.”
So what genres are we looking for?
Genres Accepted
Drum & Bass
Breaks
House
Techno
Deep House
Ambient
Chill Out
Trip Hip
Electro
Techno
Dub Techno
Minimal
Progressive House
Melodic Techno
No EDM (Trap, Dubstep, Commercial, Big Room, Trance — none of it)
Full details of how to enter, rules, and prizes will be released on Monday, May 5th, so stay tuned!
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