Competition Time – Warm Up Set for Norman Jay MBE – Check out this Exciting Opportunity!

Norman Jay is a true icon of the British music scene, from founding the Good Times Sound System (a Notting Hill Carnival institution) to co-founding the game-changing Kiss FM, he’s been shaping UK club culture for decades. With an MBE for services to music and DJing, and a brilliant biography (Mister Good Times) under his belt, Norman remains one of the most respected and in-demand DJs universally.

Norman will be headlining Mucky Weekender’s opening party on the Riot Noise stage on Thursday 11^th September in Winchester

Aspiring DJs must submit a 20-minute mix to SoundCloud showcasing their ability to warm up for Mr. Good Times himself, the set must feature a blend of soul, disco, house, acid jazz and any uplifting feel-good tunes in-between.

**Upload a brand new 20-minutes house music to SoundCloud.
**Head to https://riotnoise.com/pages/opportunities
**Fill in the short form and drop your SoundCloud link.

Submissions will be reviewed by Barry Ashworth (Dub Pistols frontman and Mucky Weekender founder) plus a panel of Riot Noise industry veterans.

Terms & Conditions: Submissions close 12pm, 11th June 2025. Winner announced 18th June. You must be 18+ and able to travel to/from Mucky Weekender on September 11th. You will be paid £100 for your set. They’ll cover your entry + guest pass (weekend). (Travel/accommodation not included.) This opportunity is in no way sponsored or endorsed by Meta.

Why This Matters:

This initiative is part of Riot Noise’s wider mission: to empower emerging DJs, producers, and musicians by giving them real-world opportunities and long-term support.

Founded by music industry players Ronnie Traynor, Nicky Maciocia, and Ben Johnson, Riot Noise is a UK-based social enterprise offering everything from mentoring and tour support to writing camps and mental health advocacy.

The Riot Noise Truck — where this opportunity takes place — is more than a stage. It’s a symbol of what Riot Noise calls “circular artistry” – artists who are lifted-up early in their journey, then pay it forward to support the next wave.

In 2025, the Truck becomes the official second stage at Mucky Weekender Festival, hosting new up and coming talent side by side with icons such as Stanton Warriors, Leeroy Thornhill, A Skillz, Plump DJs, Krafty Kuts, Freestylers, 2 Bad Mice, Woody Cook, Chris Hawkins (6Music) and of course Norman Jay MBE.