How to write a DJ bio
Promoters read DJ bios to answer one question: will this person fit my night? Tell them your style, your energy and where you've played, in that order.
Updated 4 October 2026 · Examples use fictional artists
What a DJ bio needs
- •Style in plain terms (genre, tempo range, mood)
- •Where you're based
- •Residencies and notable club nights or festivals
- •Radio shows, podcasts or mixes on known platforms
- •Productions or labels, if you also release music
Describe your sets, not your passion
'Passionate about bringing people together on the dance floor' could describe anyone. 'Long, hypnotic techno sets around 130 BPM with 90s trance in the last hour' tells a promoter exactly what they're booking.
Examples
Berlin-based DJ playing 130 BPM techno with a soft spot for 90s trance. Resident at Club Kowalski.
Tomás Reyes is a Berlin-based DJ who plays hard, hypnotic techno around 130 BPM and sneaks 90s trance into the last hour. He has held a monthly residency at Club Kowalski since 2024 and hosts the Low Light radio show. His sets are long and dark, built for people who stay until the lights come on.
Template
[Name] is a [city]-based DJ playing [genre] around [BPM range], known for [what your sets feel like]. [Residencies, club nights, festivals, with names]. [Radio, mixes, productions or labels]. Next: [upcoming dates or releases].
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Frequently asked questions
Should a DJ bio mention BPM?
Yes, if your sets sit in a clear tempo range. It's one of the fastest ways for a promoter to judge whether you fit their night.
How long should a DJ bio be?
One paragraph of 60 to 100 words for line-ups and event pages, plus a one-line version for social profiles and flyers.