Organized Theory & Betaraz Productions
Presents:
The 5 Elements of Hip- Hop Battle
Tuesday April 14th at George Mason University
The five elements of hip hop were conceptualized in 2000. In collaboration with Betaraz Productions, Organized Theory brings the two D.M.V. hip hop power houses together to form the 5 elements of hip hop. The elements consist of: B-Boys (break-dancer), Producers, DJ’s, Emcees, and Graffiti writers.
Join the masses representing skills from across the Metro D.M.V. area! You and your crew are invited to battle for the cash, the respect, and the title. Come display your illest moves live on stage in a heated battle for the world to see. Witness some of hip-hop's finest elements including a B-Boy Battle, DJ Scratch Battle, MC Battle and Graffiti Art Battle. Sign up online for the latest in event information and register for competition: http://www.organizedtheory.com
DJ Scratch Rules and Regulations
* Battle must be held with either 12 or 8 DJ’s.
* All DJ’s names should be drawn from a hat to decide the order of competition.
* The promoter will appoint the timekeeper. He/She will be provided with a stopwatch and will be responsible for indicating the end of each round. The clock starts from the beginning of the first line by the competitor.
* For the first round of competition each DJ will battle once, then through to the finals each DJ will battle twice
* The length of every battle in the qualifiers is 2 minutes.
* Contestants must used equipment provided by promoter. Only vinyl/wax is permitted.
* Only the event staff, judges, host, time keeper, and the two performers of the current round are permitted on stage during each round.
* The judging panel must include three judges in total.
* Judges must make their decision as to the winner of each round independently. Each judge must write his/her choice for the winner of each round onto a piece of paper.
* There should be no discussion between the judges during the rounds. The winner of each round will not be announced until the next round.
* In the case of a round where the judges cannot reach a decision each DJ will be asked to perform an extra round. Wherever possible this process should be avoided by the judges.
Mc Battle Rules and Regulations
* Battle must be held with either 16 or 8 Emcees, no limit to the number of entrants attempting to qualify
* All Emcees names should be drawn from a hat to decide the order of competition.
* The promoter will appoint the timekeeper. He/She will be provided with a stopwatch and will be responsible for indicating the end of each round. The clock starts from the beginning of the first line spoken by the competitor.
* For the first round of competition through to the quarter finals each Emcee rhymes twice per round.
* The length of every verse in the competition is 45 seconds.
* Each Emcee must rhyme over the same beat as their opponent. i.e. Each Emcee rhymes once, over the same beat, then the beat is changed.
* Only the event staff, judges, host, time keeper, DJ and the two performers of the current round are permitted on stage during each round.
* The judging panel must include three judges in total.
* Judges must make their decision as to the winner of each round independently. Each judge must write his/her choice for the winner of each round onto a piece of paper.
* There should be no discussion between the judges during the rounds. The winner of each round will not be announced until the next round.
* In the case of a round where the judges cannot reach a decision each Emcee will be asked to perform an extra verse. Wherever possible this process should be avoided by the judges.
B-Boy Rules and Regulations
* B-boy will consist of 1 on 1 battles. Contestants may be any age or gender.
* Based on the total number of contestants entered, qualifying rounds of one minute each will be conducted to narrow the field of competition to the top ten.
* Two (2) contestants will battle at a time to determine who advances to the next round
* The top 10 selected will battle in the preliminary rounds, each lasting two minutes until the final four contestants have been chosen.
* The final four contestants will battle in the (2) semifinal rounds each three minutes to determine the top two contestants.
* The top two contestants will battle in a three (3) minute round for the “B-Boy Battle” title.
* The B-Boy Battle is not divided into age divisions. There is no age requirement.
* Physical contact in battles will not be tolerated and may result in a disqualification or a score deduction for the contestant(s).
* All music will be selected by the competition DJ.
* All DJ’s names should be drawn from a hat to decide the order of competition.
* Only the event staff, judges, host, time keeper, and the two performers of the current round are permitted on stage during each round.
* The judging panel must include three judges in total.
* Judges must make their decision as to the winner of each round independently. Each judge must write his/her choice for the winner of each round onto a piece of paper.
* There should be no discussion between the judges during the rounds. The winner of each round will not be announced until the next round.
* In the case of a round where the judges cannot reach a decision each B-Boy will be asked to perform an extra round. Wherever possible this process should be avoided by the judges.
Graffiti Rules and Regulations
* Battle must consist of at least 8 contestants.
* Canvas will be provided by Organized Theory & Betaraz Productions.
* All graffiti must be completed on provided canvas.
* All contestants must complete their mural within 2 hours.
* The judging panel must include at least three judges in total.
* Winner will be determined by judges and crowd response. Judges decision will supersede crowd response.
Producer Rules and Regulations
* Producers will be provided with the sample and drum kit. The kit will consist of: 4 snares, 4 kicks, and 4 high hats.
* The producer will have one week to construct the beat as he/she chooses. The sample will be available for download one week prior to the event date.
* Producers must use the sample and drum kits provided or will be disqualified.
* The producers are also allowed to bring two of his/her own beats to showcase in addition to the qualifying sample and drum kit.
* We encourage the sample to not be redundant. Change ups and break downs and flipping the track is encouraged.
* The judging panel must include at least three judges in total.
* Winner will be determined by judges and crowd response. Judges decision will supersede crowd response.
Entry Form and Fee submission
* $25.00 Entry fee required for each contestant
* All fees and required forms must be submitted upon entry of the event.
1. B-Boys Championship Prize $200.00 CASH + Grab Bag
2. DJ’s Championship Prize $200.00 CASH + Grab Bag
3. Graffiti Championship Prize $200.00 CASH + Grab Bag
4. Emcee Championship Prize $200.00 CASH + Grab Bag
5. Producer Championship Prize $200.00 CASH + Grab Bag
Winners will receive trophies and promotional gear from participating sponsors!
Tuesday April 14th 2009 – 11am to 6pm
All Ages Event
Cover 15.00 – 5.00 with Student ID
FREE CDs, T-Shirts and Promo Merchandise!!
To register, get tickets or more info please visit:
organizedtheory.com
Email:
5lmnts@gmail.com
Sponsors include:
http://www.redbull.com
http://www.scion.com
http://www.rane.com
http://junctionxxi.com/home.html
http://www.invisibleflow.tv
http://www.betaraz.com
http://www.organizedtheory.com
http://www.roguesquirrel.com
Where:
George Mason University 4400 University Dr Fairfax, VA 22030 - 703-993-1000
Dewberry Hall located in the basement of the Johnson Center
Directions:
DIRECTIONS TO FAIRFAX CAMPUS (4400 University Dr.) FROM THE CAPITAL BELTWAY (I-495)
Take exit 54A, Braddock Road West (Route 620). Follow Braddock Road West for approximately six miles.* Pass the first entrance to the university and turn right at the stop light at Roanoke River Road. Bear right at the fork in the road. Take your first left onto Mason Pond Drive; parking is available in the Parking Deck, the last building on the right. An information kiosk is located outside the third level of the deck to help you navigate the campus.
DIRECTIONS TO FAIRFAX CAMPUS (4400 University Dr.) VIA I-66E FROM FRONT ROYAL & FAIRFAX COUNTY PKWY
Exit at the Fairfax County Parkway South (Route 7100). Exit the Parkway at Braddock Road, and turn left onto Braddock Road. Take the first left past Route 123 (Ox Road) onto Roanoke River Road.* Bear right at the fork in the road. Take the first left on Mason Pond Drive to the Parking Deck, the last building on your right. An information kiosk is located outside the third level of the deck to help navigate the campus.
DIRECTIONS TO FAIRFAX CAMPUS (4400 University Dr.) FROM I-95 (NORTH OR SOUTH) From points north on I-95, take exit 27 (I-495 West), then follow the directions "from the Capital Beltway (I-495)." From points south on I-95, take exit 160B (Route 123 North) at Lake Ridge/Occoquan. Follow Route 123 north for approximately 15 miles to Braddock Road. Turn right on Braddock Road. At first signal, turn left on Roanoke River Road.* Bear right at the fork in the road. Take your first left onto Mason Pond Drive to the Parking Deck, the last building on your right. An information kiosk is located outside the third level of the deck to help navigate the campus.
DIRECTIONS TO FAIRFAX CAMPUS (4400 University Dr.) FROM WASHINGTON D.C. & ARLINGTON VIA ROUTE 50
Take Route 50 west to I-495 South (Capital Beltway) toward Richmond. Take exit 54, Braddock Road West (Route 620), and take the westbound fork. Follow Braddock Road West for approximately 6 miles.* Pass the first entrance to the University and turn right at the next light at Roanoke River Road. Bear right at the fork in the road; turn left on Mason Pond Drive; parking is available in the Parking Deck, the last building on the right. An information kiosk is located outside the third level of the deck to help navigate the campus.
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