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<> Discover their musical strengths
<> Deep dive into their personalities
<> So much more

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BIO
Sakshi Dubey, aka Databass Devi, is a boundary-pushing DJ and musician based in Dublin, bridging the underground scenes of India and Europe through dubstep, drum and bass, trap, riddim, garage, breakbeats, grime, and UK bass.

Her work — particularly her collaborations with India's hip-hop scene — reflects a signature style that merges the gritty ethos of UK bass culture with South Asian sonic identity, cementing her as a compelling cross-continental voice in the global underground.

Instagram @databassdevi
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BIO
Manchester-based DJ Sharayda has been carving waves in the underground music scene since her debut at The Washhouse with Reform Radio last summer.

A versatile selector with an undeniable dancefloor instinct, Sharayda has played across Manchester, supported Bimini, Charlie Rice, Stu Richards and JPEG. She's been featured on multiple radio stations and collectives.

She is also co-founder of La Noche, a multi-genre collective championing grassroots selectors and forward-thinking sounds throughout the city.

Instagram @sharayda.dj
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BIO
Meet Matt, a DJ from the North West of the UK whose music-filled upbringing and summers at local radio stations laid the foundation for a career blending nostalgia and innovation.

Now streaming on Twitch as "WhenIsMatt" and a member of the Twitch Creator Club for DJs, Matt bridges online communities and dance floors, using the platform to experiment and connect with audiences beyond the club.

The question remains: When is Matt playing?

Instagram @whenismatt
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BIO
Manchester-based DJ BANSHII brings a performer's finesse and sharp rhythmic intuition rooted in classical piano training and a lifetime of dance. Her sets move with the precision of choreography and the drive of instinct: a contrast that defines her transition into DJing.

If a banshee's cry is a warning of what's to come, then BANSHII is the force that arrives. She doesn't foreshadow chaos, she engineers it. She summons the energy of the room, unleashes powerful drops, and her sound echoes long after the night ends. BANSHII is the omen that something unstoppable is about to erupt.

Instagram @banshii.dj
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BIO
Ian G is a UK-based DJ and Beatport No.1 artist whose sound sits in vocal-led piano house with roots in 90s house culture, with radio support from BBC Sounds, Kiss FM and Centreforce.

His sets are built around long-form energy, working with a room across a night rather than arriving at full force — an approach that has earned him appearances at Ministry of Sound, Clockwork Orange and ADE, alongside a bi-weekly residency on Select Radio.

Instagram @iang.dj
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BIO
ROSA 8 is a Manchester-based DJ driven by a deep passion for global club music.

Technically sharp and emotionally intuitive, ROSA 8 delivers across warm-up slots and peak-time sets alike — creating atmospheres that feel inclusive and high-energy.

Her growing catalogue spans commercial clubs, cultural events, and genre-specific nights, cementing her as a versatile force in the UK scene.

Instagram @rosa_ate
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BIO
ASH WOZZA is a UK DJ specialising in garage and bumpy tech, delivering high-energy sets and crowd-hyping performances that have earned her a strong foothold on the underground dance scene.

Working with communities such as decks in the city offering social media support for their up and coming artists, completing two UK tours, sold out her first headline show, and performed at major events including GemFest and Creamfields, ASH WOZZA continues to build her reputation with infectious grooves, heavy basslines, and nonstop vibes.

Instagram @ashwozza
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BIO
Fxckbout (PJ) is a Manchester-based DJ and artist whose bass-heavy sets — rooted in UK Garage, Dubstep, Techno, and Breaks — have earned her stages across the UK and Ireland, including a notable performance at London's iconic Ministry of Sound.

Beyond the decks, she heads Club Curated and is a committed force in the grassroots music community, championing creativity and inclusivity while bringing the same unforgettable energy to everything she does.

Instagram @fxckbout
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1. I learnt to DJ left-handed after a severe arm injury nearly ended my ability to play

2. I had a stroke shortly after Covid which pushed me to reassess my life and return to music with purpose

3. I’m approaching three years sober

4. I start most mornings with a cold plunge and meditation

5. I still own piano house records from the 90s that most DJs — younger or older — have never heard

Instagram @iang.dj
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1. I competed in hip-hop dancing for over a decade

2. I’m a lifelong Arsenal fan (COYG)

3. I’m absolulutely petrified of spiders

4. I’m an avid gamer — always catching a Fortnite dub

5. I love to knit and crochet

Instagram @banshii.dj
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1. I’m originally a professional dancer

2. I’m not actually a Scouser 👀

3. I love to crochet

4. I suffer from severe anxiety

5. I’m a certified prinny

Instagram @ashwozza
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1. I have a pet leopard gecko named Froggy

2. I’m a former diamond dealer who specialised in Lab Grown Diamonds

3. I’m obsessed with pizza — all types

4. I rode a racehorse that was raced by Frankie Dettori

5. I’m happiest in my local pub, pint in hand, playing Uno with friends

Instagram @fxckbout
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1. I find creative inspiration & calm in contemporary art galleries and painting

2. I channel my energy as a guitarist in a loud, high-octane local punk rock band

3. I can memorize the exact tempo of any song — yet I consistently lose my house keys

4. I’m an adrenaline junkie, thriving on the thrill of competitive sports

5. My mind never stops mixing — turning everyday sounds into fuel for the next set

Instagram @databassdevi
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1. I have Sean Paul's hands tattooed on my arse

2. I’m a proud single mum

3. I speak Spanish and a little Swedish

4. I teach Occupational Therapy at university

5. I keep fit through pole, aerial and dance classes

Instagram @rosa_ate
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1. I met the King and bonded with him over a shared love of music

2. I’m a flannel and patterned shirt enthusiast, dreaming of designing my own clothing line

3. I’m drawn to tracks that make you feel something, letting film sountracks shape my approach to music

4. I love baking and cooking

5. I’m rarely without my Kindle — battery permitting

Instagram @whenismatt
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1. I’m currently training as an actor at drama school

2. I never leave the house without having cereal and a cup of tea first

3. I dreamt of being a race-car driver — among many other ambitions

4. My first concert was JLS

5. I played both flute and piano growing up

Instagram @sharayda.dj
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Scroll across and click on each to discover the FINAL 8’s specs, strengths and audition tapes.

The audition tapes are crucial to find out more about each DJ in the application process, understand their passion and why they want to be chosen into Back2Back DJ Battle and how we can help them!

Star sign
Virgo

Favourite artist of all time
Hans Zimmer

Favourite DJ right now
Overmono

Fav movie of all time
Inception

Star sign
Aquarius

Favourite artist of all time
The Prodigy

Favourite DJs right now
FREJA and Neffa-T

Fav movie of all time
Mamma Mia!

Star sign
Sagittarius

Favourite artist of all time
Coldplay

Favourite DJ right now
Neffa-T

Fav movie of all time
The Lord of the Rings

Star sign
Capricorn

Favourite artist of all time
Twenty One Pilots

Favourite DJ right now
Samurai Breaks

Fav movie of all time
Racing Stripes

Star sign
Virgo

Favourite artist of all time
Stone Roses

Favourite DJ right now
Paige Tomlinson

Fav movie of all time
Spike Island

Star sign
Aries

Favourite artist of all time
Depeche Mode

Favourite DJ right now
Morgan Seatree

Fav movie of all time
Shawshank Redemption

Star sign
Virgo

Favourite artist of all time
Sean Paul

Favourite DJ right now
Jyoty

Fav movie of all time
Rear Window

Star sign
Scorpio

Favourite artist of all time
Stevie nicks

Favourite DJ right now
Sicaria (now Lou Noir)

Fav movie of all time
Fight Club