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Deadmau5 surprises at Red Rocks with virtual female DJ DeathPixie and robot DJs
The futuristic performance featured a virtual DJ on stage and a live appearance from Skylar Grey
Deadmau5 shocked the electronic scene with an extremely futuristic show at Red Rocks. During the performance, the producer invited DeathPixie, a virtual female DJ, to take over between his sets. The digital artist appeared on the screens as a full performer, with her own visual identity and stage presence, creating a moment that felt straight out of a sci-fi concert.
The show went even further when Deadmau5 controlled robot DJs as part of the performance. Videos circulating online show the robots moving behind the decks, synchronized with the music and acting as part of the live setup. The crowd reacted with surprise and curiosity, trying to understand how much of the moment was automated and how much was controlled in real time.
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One of the most talked-about moments came when DeathPixie brought out Skylar Grey for a live appearance. The scene highlighted their collaboration on the track “ASYLUM”, with the lead single “Let You Lie”, performed as part of the show’s narrative. The crossover between a virtual DJ introducing a real-world artist created a visual and musical contrast that immediately caught the attention of fans.
For many fans, it was the moment that defined the night and sparked conversations about what live shows might look like in the future. Some see this format as the next step for electronic performance, while others question the role of virtual identities and robots in a world built on human presence and live interaction.
With a virtual DJ, robot performers and a surprise appearance from Skylar Grey, Deadmau5 turned Red Rocks into an experimental playground. Whether people loved it or hated it, the show proved that the future of live entertainment is changing — and the conversation has only just begun.