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The official CRE8 2026 aftermovie is here.

Still not over this one... the energy, the people, the conversations, the sets - all of it.

A huge thank you to everyone who came, took part, shared their knowledge, and helped shape what CRE8 is all about. The support, openness and willingness to get involved made it what it was.

Huge thanks to our organisers @plasaonline and @emergingheadliner, and to our partners @tiktok_uk LIVE, @tileyard_north, Sonical, @ld_systems_official and @qscaudio for making it happen.

Next event details coming soon.
Sign up to our mailing list to be the first to hear what’s next - link in bio.

🚀 What a launch! Thank you to everyone who made the first CRE8 such a special day.

From the moment doors opened at Tileyard North, the space was full of conversations, learning and collaboration. Aspiring DJs and producers were able to speak directly with artists, panellists, brands and industry experts.

💡 Across panels, workshops, DJ sets and the exhibition floor, CRE8 brought together education, technology and real industry insight under one roof.

Huge thanks to our organisers @plasaonline, @emergingheadliner and our partners @tiktok_uk LIVE, @tileyard_north , Sonical, @ld_systems_official and @qscaudio

Plus all the speakers, sponsors, exhibitors, artists and attendees who helped make this happen. 💛

An amazing start for CRE8, and just the beginning of what’s to come! 👀

🔗 Head to the link in our bio to join the mailing list and be the first to know what’s next.

(📷️ - @35mm.ames)

🚀 What a launch! Thank you to everyone who made the first CRE8 such a special day.

From the moment doors opened at Tileyard North, the space was full of conversations, learning and collaboration. Aspiring DJs and producers were able to speak directly with artists, panellists, brands and industry experts.

💡 Across panels, workshops, DJ sets and the exhibition floor, CRE8 brought together education, technology and real industry insight under one roof.

Huge thanks to our organisers @plasaonline, @emergingheadliner and our partners @tiktok_uk LIVE, @tileyard_north , Sonical, @ld_systems_official and @qscaudio

Plus all the speakers, sponsors, exhibitors, artists and attendees who helped make this happen. 💛

An amazing start for CRE8, and just the beginning of what’s to come! 👀

🔗 Head to the link in our bio to join the mailing list and be the first to know what’s next.

(📷️ - @35mm.ames)

🚀 What a launch! Thank you to everyone who made the first CRE8 such a special day.

From the moment doors opened at Tileyard North, the space was full of conversations, learning and collaboration. Aspiring DJs and producers were able to speak directly with artists, panellists, brands and industry experts.

💡 Across panels, workshops, DJ sets and the exhibition floor, CRE8 brought together education, technology and real industry insight under one roof.

Huge thanks to our organisers @plasaonline, @emergingheadliner and our partners @tiktok_uk LIVE, @tileyard_north , Sonical, @ld_systems_official and @qscaudio

Plus all the speakers, sponsors, exhibitors, artists and attendees who helped make this happen. 💛

An amazing start for CRE8, and just the beginning of what’s to come! 👀

🔗 Head to the link in our bio to join the mailing list and be the first to know what’s next.

(📷️ - @35mm.ames)

🚀 What a launch! Thank you to everyone who made the first CRE8 such a special day.

From the moment doors opened at Tileyard North, the space was full of conversations, learning and collaboration. Aspiring DJs and producers were able to speak directly with artists, panellists, brands and industry experts.

💡 Across panels, workshops, DJ sets and the exhibition floor, CRE8 brought together education, technology and real industry insight under one roof.

Huge thanks to our organisers @plasaonline, @emergingheadliner and our partners @tiktok_uk LIVE, @tileyard_north , Sonical, @ld_systems_official and @qscaudio

Plus all the speakers, sponsors, exhibitors, artists and attendees who helped make this happen. 💛

An amazing start for CRE8, and just the beginning of what’s to come! 👀

🔗 Head to the link in our bio to join the mailing list and be the first to know what’s next.

(📷️ - @35mm.ames)

🚀 What a launch! Thank you to everyone who made the first CRE8 such a special day.

From the moment doors opened at Tileyard North, the space was full of conversations, learning and collaboration. Aspiring DJs and producers were able to speak directly with artists, panellists, brands and industry experts.

💡 Across panels, workshops, DJ sets and the exhibition floor, CRE8 brought together education, technology and real industry insight under one roof.

Huge thanks to our organisers @plasaonline, @emergingheadliner and our partners @tiktok_uk LIVE, @tileyard_north , Sonical, @ld_systems_official and @qscaudio

Plus all the speakers, sponsors, exhibitors, artists and attendees who helped make this happen. 💛

An amazing start for CRE8, and just the beginning of what’s to come! 👀

🔗 Head to the link in our bio to join the mailing list and be the first to know what’s next.

(📷️ - @35mm.ames)

🚀 What a launch! Thank you to everyone who made the first CRE8 such a special day.

From the moment doors opened at Tileyard North, the space was full of conversations, learning and collaboration. Aspiring DJs and producers were able to speak directly with artists, panellists, brands and industry experts.

💡 Across panels, workshops, DJ sets and the exhibition floor, CRE8 brought together education, technology and real industry insight under one roof.

Huge thanks to our organisers @plasaonline, @emergingheadliner and our partners @tiktok_uk LIVE, @tileyard_north , Sonical, @ld_systems_official and @qscaudio

Plus all the speakers, sponsors, exhibitors, artists and attendees who helped make this happen. 💛

An amazing start for CRE8, and just the beginning of what’s to come! 👀

🔗 Head to the link in our bio to join the mailing list and be the first to know what’s next.

(📷️ - @35mm.ames)

🚀 What a launch! Thank you to everyone who made the first CRE8 such a special day.

From the moment doors opened at Tileyard North, the space was full of conversations, learning and collaboration. Aspiring DJs and producers were able to speak directly with artists, panellists, brands and industry experts.

💡 Across panels, workshops, DJ sets and the exhibition floor, CRE8 brought together education, technology and real industry insight under one roof.

Huge thanks to our organisers @plasaonline, @emergingheadliner and our partners @tiktok_uk LIVE, @tileyard_north , Sonical, @ld_systems_official and @qscaudio

Plus all the speakers, sponsors, exhibitors, artists and attendees who helped make this happen. 💛

An amazing start for CRE8, and just the beginning of what’s to come! 👀

🔗 Head to the link in our bio to join the mailing list and be the first to know what’s next.

(📷️ - @35mm.ames)

🚀 What a launch! Thank you to everyone who made the first CRE8 such a special day.

From the moment doors opened at Tileyard North, the space was full of conversations, learning and collaboration. Aspiring DJs and producers were able to speak directly with artists, panellists, brands and industry experts.

💡 Across panels, workshops, DJ sets and the exhibition floor, CRE8 brought together education, technology and real industry insight under one roof.

Huge thanks to our organisers @plasaonline, @emergingheadliner and our partners @tiktok_uk LIVE, @tileyard_north , Sonical, @ld_systems_official and @qscaudio

Plus all the speakers, sponsors, exhibitors, artists and attendees who helped make this happen. 💛

An amazing start for CRE8, and just the beginning of what’s to come! 👀

🔗 Head to the link in our bio to join the mailing list and be the first to know what’s next.

(📷️ - @35mm.ames)

Powering the sound across CRE8 🔊

A big thank you to LD Systems for delivering crystal-clear audio on the TikTok LIVE stage and outdoor DJ booth - from panels and masterclasses to DJ sets, everything sounded exactly as it should.

If you’re a DJ or producer, this is the kind of system worth having on your radar 👀

@brookesbrothers: “This LD rig handled high energy drum and bass without breaking a sweat; clean loud and controlled.”

Next event details coming soon.

Sign up to our mailing list to be the first to hear what’s next - link in bio.

🚨Last chance🚨

To celebrate @beatport joining CRE8 as our Official Community Partner, our community can claim 2 months FREE of Beatport Streaming Advanced Plan.

Don’t miss this exclusive offer.
Ends tomorrow (21 March). T&Cs apply.
Link in bio.

STEAL THIS STRATEGY 👇👀

Most DJs and producers post the wrong type of content.

Speaking at @cre8dj between @everythingemilyjade @djlawrencejames and me, we came up with these on the panel

Because nobody explains the difference between these three levels.

Bad. Good. Great.

Bad content
Flyers
Podcast artwork
Photos saying “playing tonight”
This is a promotion.
Promotion only works when people already care about you.
If you’re still building an audience, these posts give strangers no reason to stop scrolling.

Good content
Clips of you producing
Clips from gigs
Moments from livestreams
Now people can actually see what you do.
Most artists should spend a lot of time here.
It builds familiarity.

Great content
This is where growth really happens.
A big DJ playing your track
The story behind why you made a track
Talking honestly about the ups and downs of trying to build a career

Now people connect with you, not just the music.
And that’s when followers start turning into fans.

Next time you post ask yourself:
Is this promotion
Is it documentation
Or is it story

Most artists are stuck on the first one.

And that’s why nobody pays attention.

💾 Save this.
And next time you’re about to post a flyer… don’t.

READ ME FOR PART 3 👇🏼

If you’re worried that content is taking time away from learning to produce, try this.

Start documenting the journey.

“Day 1 of posting until I get a track signed to [your target label].”

Every day. One short post.

Just say what happened in the studio today.

Maybe it’s the first idea.
Maybe it’s fixing the drums.
Maybe it’s realising the drop sounds terrible.
Maybe it’s finishing the first version.

You’re not trying to make perfect content.

You’re just showing the work.

Phone out.
30 seconds.
Post it.

Now you’re improving as a producer and learning social media at the same time.

Tag the label as well.

Not in a spammy way. Just as part of the story.

And if the track eventually gets signed, that whole series becomes the story of how it happened.

If it doesn’t, you still got better.

Which is the point anyway.

@jamie___hartley in action at CRE8. 🎧

At The Mix Lounge @ The Mill (powered by @qscaudio), the @wearecrossfader team are running live mixing workshops and open B2B sessions, bringing their online DJ lessons into a real-world setting.

Using a full DJ setup with on-screen visuals, they’re breaking down core mixing and performance techniques, and giving you the chance to jump on the decks!

Mixing Workshops
House | 11:00–12:00
DnB | 14:00–15:00

Plus guided B2B sessions running throughout the day. A chance to experiment, build confidence and mix alongside other DJs.

All sessions are included in your CRE8 ticket and run first-come, first-served.

🎟 Tickets in bio.

‘We Turn Tables’ launched in 2024. Our mission is to make DJing accessible to women and gender expansive people in Yorkshire, by increasing confidence and teaching skills in a supportive environment.

We do this by offering free DJing workshops, and by providing continuing access to our community network, which includes mentoring, socials, resources and support.

All of our programmes are led by people with lived and learned experience of being marginalised. We’re proudly part of the @yorkshire_sound_women_network

We’ll be attending @cre8dj tomorrow, a new event for DJs & Producers in Wakefield. We’d love to talk to industry folk about our vital work to create a more equitable, diverse & inclusive industry. We’re seeking partnerships to help us deliver our work.

Hope to see some of you there!

Get hands-on with @wearecrossfader at CRE8. 🎧

At The Mix Lounge @ The Mill (powered by @qscaudio), the Crossfader team will be running live mixing workshops and open B2B sessions, bringing their online DJ lessons into a real-world setting.

Using a full DJ setup with on-screen visuals, they’ll break down core mixing and performance techniques, and give attendees the chance to jump on the decks themselves.

Whether you’re just starting out or looking to sharpen your skills, these sessions are all about learning by doing in a relaxed, supportive space.

Mixing Workshops
House | 11:00–12:00
DnB | 14:00–15:00

Plus guided B2B sessions running throughout the day. A chance to experiment, build confidence and mix alongside other DJs.

All sessions are included in your CRE8 ticket and run first-come, first-served, so plan your day and arrive early.

🎟 Tickets in bio.

What’s happening inside The Mill @ CRE8, powered by
@qscaudio 👀

🎛 @wearecrossfader mixing workshops
🎶 Live performances from @emma2000dj, @___jentzen, and @misslily.cd
💧 @iambobbyharvey breaking down his global hit Waterfalls with @jameshype

A space to learn, experiment and experience DJ culture up close.

CRE8 drops 07.03.26
@tileyard_north | Wakefield, UK

Your ticket covers the full CRE8 experience, including masterclasses, panel discussions, DJ sets and networking throughout the day - link in bio🔗

Heading to CRE8 tomorrow?

Swipe for the essential info before you arrive — including opening hours, entry and security, accessibility, food and drink, and cloakroom facilities.

For the full schedule and venue map, head to the website to plan your day at Tileyard North.

🎟 Tickets still available — link in bio.

Heading to CRE8 tomorrow?

Swipe for the essential info before you arrive — including opening hours, entry and security, accessibility, food and drink, and cloakroom facilities.

For the full schedule and venue map, head to the website to plan your day at Tileyard North.

🎟 Tickets still available — link in bio.

Heading to CRE8 tomorrow?

Swipe for the essential info before you arrive — including opening hours, entry and security, accessibility, food and drink, and cloakroom facilities.

For the full schedule and venue map, head to the website to plan your day at Tileyard North.

🎟 Tickets still available — link in bio.

Heading to CRE8 tomorrow?

Swipe for the essential info before you arrive — including opening hours, entry and security, accessibility, food and drink, and cloakroom facilities.

For the full schedule and venue map, head to the website to plan your day at Tileyard North.

🎟 Tickets still available — link in bio.

Heading to CRE8 tomorrow?

Swipe for the essential info before you arrive — including opening hours, entry and security, accessibility, food and drink, and cloakroom facilities.

For the full schedule and venue map, head to the website to plan your day at Tileyard North.

🎟 Tickets still available — link in bio.

Heading to CRE8 tomorrow?

Swipe for the essential info before you arrive — including opening hours, entry and security, accessibility, food and drink, and cloakroom facilities.

For the full schedule and venue map, head to the website to plan your day at Tileyard North.

🎟 Tickets still available — link in bio.

Getting ready for CRE8? Here’s your guide. 🗺️

Check out the event map to find your way around @tileyard_north – from the panel sessions and workshops to The Mill, DJ sets, exhibitors and networking spaces.

You can also explore the full schedule, map, and exhibitor list on the website to plan your day before you arrive. Head to the link in bio to view 🔗