1. Participants are required to abide by The PREMIERE 2026 General Rules and Regulations without exception.

2. Each band must perform the compulsory song and one additional song chosen by the participants from a list of 5 (five) songs provided.

3. Participants are encouraged to be as creative as possible in their vocal interpretation and performance.

4. The list of songs will include English songs by international musicians only. Indonesian songs or songs by Indonesian musicians are not permitted, to avoid copyright issues.

5. Participants are required to wear appropriate costumes or accessories that match the theme of their chosen song.

6. It is compulsory for each band to be accompanied by one official.

7. Participants may only perform in one band.

8. The use of minus one (backing tracks) is strictly prohibited.

9. The maximum duration of each band’s (team) performance is 15 (fifteen) minutes.

10. A 10-minute soundcheck session will be provided before the performance. Participants must not exceed the allotted time.

11. Each band must have a minimum of 3 (three) members and a maximum of 8 (eight) members.

12. The first place winner can perform two songs in The PREMIERE 2026's closing night (the same ones that they performed on competition day). 

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Compulsory songs

• Beyond the Sea - Bobby Darin

Elective songs:

• All Night Long - Lionel Richie

• Back in Black - AC/DC

• Boogie Nights - HEATWAVE

• Rhythm of the Night - DeBarge

• Running with the Night - Lionel Richie