Red Bull Thre3style pits the world’s best DJs in a competition that values technical skill and the ability to thrill a dancefloor. Competitors are judged on the dual platforms of technical ability and crowd reaction, and are given just 15 minutes each to prove that they’re the best in the room. Judges work to a strict criteria that also marks DJs on their originality in song choices, confidence performing and mixing prowess.

This February we checked out the competition in Philly and DC. Don’t worry qualifying events are still happening until March 28th, so there is time to see some of the world’s best before the championship in Japan. Check out the full schedule HERE.