Radio MG Call for Mixes

Playlists/mixes are a curatorial outlet; we are continuing the tradition, and inviting community members to share in this process.

While it might seem like background music, we cherish the process of selecting and building a playlist/mix that can be pumped into performance spaces during doors and intermission at an event. A great playlist/mix can draw connections between artists, styles, and histories, and set the stage for deep listening and engaging with a performance.

We invite community members to submit existing or proposed playlists for inclusion during our upcoming What Is festival this May 13-17, 2025. 

Submission requirements 

1. Choose between one of these themes: 
   1. Memories– Forget the 90s pop! What deep rhythms, tones, or melodies tickle a past version of you?
   2. Sappy & Sobby- The classic heartbreak playlist, but maybe with a twist? 
   3. Break- smash, crash, bump, pow! You know it!

2. Show us what you’re thinking, you can either: 
   1. Provide 10 minutes* of audio from a pre-existing mix, or a compilation of songs up to 10 minutes that represent the vibe of ONE of the prompts from above. Only submit tracks via YouTube, SoundCloud, or Bandcamp. DO NOT submit songs via Spotify, Apple Music, Tidal, or any other subscription-based streaming services as we will not be able to playback your selection; or, 
   2. Submit a pre-recorded mix* of yours that matches this vibe. DO NOT make a new mix for these prompts. 

*If you are providing something longer than 10 minutes, please provide a timestamp where we should begin listening.

Submit a 100 word / 600 character (max) blurb about your thoughts behind your submission. Feel free to get creative here in your explanation. Describing why music is amazing is incredibly hard!

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Scope:

• The Music Gallery will select 3-5 playlists to be played during our What Festival.
• Limit of one submission per person.

Project Timeline:

• Deadline for submissions: April 22, 2025, 
• Results emailed: April 28, 2025
• Submission of mixes from selected creators: May 6, 2025
  • Detailed specifications for final mixes will be provided

Selected mixes:

Once selected, the creator provides:

• Final mix of complete playlist, 59 minutes total (leaving space for station IDs)
  • Playback at the venue would be loosely divided in two sections:
    • 30-40 minutes (door)
    • 20 minutes (intermission)
• Image: a profile picture, or another image to pair with the mix
• Short description: an updated statement about the mix to include with streaming audio.
• Artist and recording list:
  • Ideally with links to Bandcamp or other artist-centred platforms in order to facilitate listener purchases of selected recordings.

Creator receives:

• $100 CAD
• 1-5 tickets to the Music Gallery event featuring their playlist (dependent on venue capacity)