The submissions are in, the roster is finalized, and the energy is already climbing. We are heading back to the red light for the AlphaTheta Boiler Room DJ Battle 2026, and this time, the lineup is stacked with heavy hitters ready to leave it all on the decks.
On January 23, 2026, TOMA will transform into a battleground where technical skill meets raw creativity. We aren’t just looking for a DJ; we are looking for a champion who can control the room and push the culture forward.
The Official Lineup
Ten selectors have stepped up to the challenge. Here are the contenders vying for the crown:
- Heresh
- DJ Bam
- Brent Miraflores
- Emzie An
- DJ Maverick
- DJ Gimz
- Roy De Borja
- Niko Blaze
- ADMV
- Bass Relief
The Judges: Who You Need to Impress
You aren’t just playing for the crowd; you have to impress the heavyweights watching your every move. The official judges controlling the verdict for the night are:
The Stakes: High Risk, Massive Reward
These competitors aren’t just fighting for bragging rights. The prize pool is massive, designed to launch the winner’s career to the next level.
The Champion takes home:
- A Pioneer DDJ-REV7 and Pioneer Headphones.
- A Festival Gig with Headrush.
- A 1-Year Brand Alignment & Exclusivity Contract with Pioneer DJ / AlphaTheta.
- 1 Year of Free Pullouts from Illcity, an Illcity Loot bag, and a Cash Prize.
Runners Up: Both the First and Second Runners-Up will secure a Pioneer DJ Controller, Cash Prizes, and Illcity Loot.
Note for the culture: Even those who don’t place will walk away with free Pioneer headphones. Everyone eats.
The Rules of the Red Light
This is an open-format battle, but the mechanics are strict.
- The Gear: Everyone performs on the provided Pioneer DJ DDJ-REV7. No personal controllers.
- The Clock: Sets are exactly 8 minutes. Going overtime means point deductions or automatic disqualification.
- The Vibe: Explicit tracks are allowed, but respect is mandatory. No hate speech or unsafe crowd incitement.
The Criteria
The judges will be looking for the total package based on these criteria:
- Technical Skill & Mixing (30 pts)
- Track Selection & Musicality (20 pts)
- Creativity & Transitions (20 pts)
- Crowd Control & Energy (20 pts)
- Stage Presence & Professionalism (10 pts)
Shout Out to the Sponsors
This event is powered by the brands keeping the scene alive. Big love to our partners: rave.ph, Midnight Rebels, Headrush, The Kitchen, Illcity, TOMA, and AlphaTheta.
Call Time: 3 PM Venue: TOMA
Who are you betting on? Come through and support your local selectors. See you on the floor.
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