We believe that you don't need big headliners to throw successful shows. This is an open stage for any DJ, any genre, to shoot their shot. We'll select top 8-10 and then let the community vote on who they think is deserves a shot. You'll be judged on talent, not connections or follower count. Winners play Oct 15th at 3oz Dive Bar. How it works: 1. Apply to this event 2. We'll select 8-10 of you for a DJ contest 3. You'll get a text if you get selected 4. Voting will open for anyone to cast their vote based on your music and exp 5. We'll pick the final 4 based on votes and other mechanics Good luck yall!

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AUF is giving away an opening slot at Freakuency 2026, San Diego's Halloween music festival: four stages of house, techno, bass and underground electronic music on Saturday, October 31 (8 PM to 4 AM, 21+, costumes required). Genres: minimal tech, indie dance, UK garage, techno, bass. How it works: 1. Submit a SoundCloud link to your own original 60-minute (±2 min) mix, plus a short bio and artist photos. 2. Submissions close Wednesday, October 7. 3. Finalists go to a public vote; the winner opens a stage at Freakuency. Presented by AUF, SubSessions, Ego Trip & New Life. More: freakuencyhalloween.com

Looking for a tech house / house opener, local to Los Angeles. Please do not apply with other genres or locations. Please note that a vote alone does not guarantee a win. We heavily weigh all factors such as music and mix quality.