Battle of the Year

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Member of the jury performing at Battle of the Year CZ 2006
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Member of the jury performing at Battle of the Year CZ 2006

Battle of the Year, commonly referred as Boty, is an annual international breakdancing competition. The format comprises firstly a showcase in which all countries perform a routine demonstrating their ability in the different styles of breakdance. Winners are chosen by a panel of judges. The four best teams are selected to take part in the final 3/4 and 1/2 battles. Teams from all over the world take part and the competition is very highly regarded in the breakdance scene.

On occasion with the annual competition, it is released a CD/LP labeled "The Official battle Of The Year Motion Soundtrack", which features some of the leading B-Boy Funk artists such as Def Cut, Cutmaster GB and DJ Phantom.

[edit] Battle of The Year champions

  • 2006 - Vagabonds (France)
  • 2005 - Last 4 One (Korea)
  • 2004 - Gambler (Korea)
  • 2003 - Pokemon (France)
  • 2002 - Expression (Korea)
  • 2001 - Wanted Posse (France)
  • 2000 - Flying Steps (Germany)
  • 1999 - Suicidal Lifestyle (Hungary)
  • 1998 - Rock Force Crew (United States)
  • 1997 - Stylelements (United States)
  • 1996 - Toys In Effect (Switzerland)
  • 1995 - The Family (France/Italy)
  • 1994 - Vlinke Vuesse (Germany)
  • 1993 - Always Rockin' Tuff (United Kingdom)
  • 1992 - Battle Squad (Germany)
  • 1991 - Battle Squad (Germany)
  • 1990 - TDB (Germany)

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