Getting Nowhere

Until now I never was really clued into what dubstep was about and then I came across this video and I had a small taste and I think I want more. 

Magnetic Man seems to be a force you'd like to reckon with..here's a little sumthin' on the group: 

Magnetic Man is an electronic music project consisting of dubstep producers and DJs, Benga, Skream and Artwork. According to BBC Music the three artists are "legends of the dubstep genre". The trio first met in the late 1990s at the Big Apple Records store in Croydon, England. They perform using three computers, one playing drum samples, one playing basses and the third playing leads and samples. 

Check this new song Magnetic Man Feat John Legend "Getting Nowhere." Makes me want to break out some new choreography..creative juices I feel you. 

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dsVWVtGWoa4

Dope Video

From time to time I'll be posting snippets and things of various dance video from throughout the world shared by my friends and colleagues and some I've just sourced online. I fall in love really easy when it comes to dancers that just shine. Pro Phenomen was introduced to me via the Hip Hop Dance Fest held in San Francisco this past November. They are an astounding group of young dancers from Cergy, France that really elevate the game. Check any and all of their videos out on youtube, you wont be disappointed and you might even have to remember to close your mouth before the drool escapes. 

The following video was posted on Facebook by Pro Phenomen and one of their dancers/choreographers is  Physs. This man is amazing.

 

Dance Fever!!!

Its that time of year again I think. All my dance friends are starting gear up for the new year of dance classes, choreography, performances, and of course reality shows. I know personally I can't wait to see what the year holds for my dance future. That sounds silly but I feel like this is a lucky year where breakthroughs and growth are inevitable. Last year I participated in an amazing dance performance workshop called Mission in the Mix, and it really blew my mind. I learned and grew so much more than I ever expected to. I really wasn't sure what to expect but I really learned a lot about myself as a dancer and otherwise. I also met a ton of people I really love and respect as individuals and artists. I highly recommend the experience of being a part of performance workshop. There are several performance workshops being held throughout the year and I encourage everyone to at least participate in one this year. I know they can be time consuming and kinda harsh on the wallet but every penny is worth it.. I promise you that.

If you're a SF Bay Area local I would suggest checking out the upcoming workshops happening at City Dance beginning in January. I don't have all the juicy details but I'm sure if you call them or go take class there you can get all the info. http://www.citydance.org/

xoxo, 

M

Flash Mob Anyone?

Yeah its kinda cliche, but you have to admit its also kindaaaa cool when enough people get together and break something down.. especially when the choreography is well worth learning and watching.

Janet Jackson has announced that she'll be selecting cities to tour in according to who wants it the most! That being said Flash Mobs have been organized in just about every Janet lovin city you can think of across the globe. Of course the chosen choreography has been none other than Rhythm Nation. Check out these folks in Seattle, WA in 5,4,3,2,1. 

If you're from the San Francisco Bay Area... check out this site... these folks are really into Flash Mobbin! http://bayareaflashmob.com/Tutorials.aspx

Also, a Rhythm Nation rehearsal and flash mob performance is being organized now in San Francisco and will be performed at the Cat Club on Saturday January 8th starting at 9:30PM. Break out your inner Black Cat. 

Learn the Rhythm Nation dance here: 

New BET Dance Show- Audition Opportunity

One of my fav choreographers in the business Laurieann Gibson is holding auditions in LA for a new reality dance show. Here are the details.. and yes I'm pondering going myself if I can muster up enough nerve to swim with the big dogs..

Feb. 19th is the day when you can strut your stuff for Ms. BoomKack herself, Laurieann Gibson. Please help us spread the word about our open casting call in Los Angeles, and encourage your friends to follow our page for updates and details!

Here is the Facebook profile link: http://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/New-BET-Dance-Show-2011/183269801689280

Follow Ms. Laurieann Gibson on Twitter: http://twitter.com/#!/BoomKack

Visit Laurieann's Official Website here: http://www.boomkack.com/