Enter CRSSD Festival’s Demo & Mix Contest to Play CRSSD After Dark

CRSSD Festival is opening the decks at CRSSD After Dark, teaming with LabelRadar on a demo and mix contest for emerging artists.

DJ/producers working across house, techno and beyond can enter by submitting one original track that shows a clear point of view and can hold its own on a dance floor. CRSSD will choose 10 finalists, each of whom will be asked to record a mix showing their selection, sound and what they would bring to an After Dark set.

One winner will secure an opening slot at an official CRSSD After Dark party during the festival’s Fall 2026 edition, plus two tickets to CRSSD Festival. Travel, accommodation and other expenses connected to the performance will not be covered.

The contest lands ahead of CRSSD’s return to San Diego’s Waterfront Park on September 26-27. This year’s lineup includes Chris Lake B2B Disclosure, Mochakk, 999999999, Jamback, Groove Armada, VTSS, Helena Hauff, Ben UFO, salute and Beatport Next artist Sam Alfred. 

CRSSD After Dark will spread the weekend into clubs and venues across the city, with its full program still to come.

Submit Your Demo via LabelRadar!

* All demos must be submitted before Monday, September 14, 2026 at 11:59 PM PST

Good luck!