A new chapter for emerging electronic music talent begins as NEW ERA, a global DJ contest powered by Bootshaus, Tomorrowland Academy and We Rave You, is officially available for new worldwide talents.
In this form, such a DJ contest has never been seen before: Bootshaus, one of the most important clubs in the world, joins forces with We Rave You, one of the largest electronic music media outlets, and Tomorrowland Academy, one of the leading DJ and talent hubs worldwide.
Together, they combine their reach and expertise to discover the next defining talent of the scene. The initiative aims to discover the next generation of DJs and give rising artists a unique platform to showcase their sound to an international audience.
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The contest will be accessible HERE.
Participants from around the world are invited to submit their sets and demonstrate creativity, technical skills, and individuality. NEW ERA combines industry expertise, world-class media exposure, and career-defining opportunities designed to elevate breakthrough talent within the electronic music scene.
In addition, AlphaTheta supports the winner by providing a professional DJ controller and a pair of high-quality headphones to kick-start their next chapter.
Key Dates:
• Submission Deadline: 20 April 2026
• Winner Announcement: 11 May 2026
What Participants Can Win:
The NEW ERA contest offers a comprehensive prize package tailored to accelerate a DJ’s career, including:
• Broadcast of the winning set on Tomorrowland – One World Radio
• 1 x Tomorrowland Academy Bootcamp Ticket
• Bootshaus MAINFLOOR slot on May 13, 2026 at the Oliver Heldens event
• AlphaTheta OMNIS-DUO ALL-IN-ONE DJ-SYSTEM + HDJ-CX DJ-HEADPHONES
• We Rave You Media Package, including an exclusive interview, social media promotion, and more (Value of 5.000 USD)
