World of Dance continues its tradition of fine exhibition performances from ABDC alums. From WOD Orlando, here's Chachi (IaMmE), JP Goldstein (Mos Wanted Crew) and Elektrolytes. Thanks Greg!
Saturday, August 10, 2013
HipHop International Finals to be livestreamed!
On Sunday August 11, the 2013 HipHip International Finals will be available for watching online, for a fee of $8.95. Click here to buy. And click here to watch a video preview and for more info.
The live stream show starts at 7pm Pacific time. Schedule:
Opening Ceremonies - Introduction of all 43 Nations
Junior Division - 6 crews will compete
Varsity Division - 7 crews will compete
HHI World Battle Champions Showcase
Popping, Locking, All Styles and Bboys
-- Intermission --
Special Performance
Adult Division - 8 crews will compete
MegaCrew Division - 6 crews will compete
Special performance by Les Twins
Medal Presentation
The live stream show starts at 7pm Pacific time. Schedule:
Opening Ceremonies - Introduction of all 43 Nations
Junior Division - 6 crews will compete
Varsity Division - 7 crews will compete
HHI World Battle Champions Showcase
Popping, Locking, All Styles and Bboys
-- Intermission --
Special Performance
Adult Division - 8 crews will compete
MegaCrew Division - 6 crews will compete
Special performance by Les Twins
Medal Presentation
HHI '13 Adult Division Semi-Finals Results
8. Break Da Beat - Italy 7.84
7. Prestige - New Zealand 7.84
6. F.L.A.T. - Japan 7.91
5. Zerogate - Japan 8.02
4. Elecoldxhot - Malaysia 8.36
3. Philippine All-Stars - Philippines 8.37
2. Rockwell Family - Canada 8.42
1. Identity - New Zealand 8.52
7. Prestige - New Zealand 7.84
6. F.L.A.T. - Japan 7.91
5. Zerogate - Japan 8.02
4. Elecoldxhot - Malaysia 8.36
3. Philippine All-Stars - Philippines 8.37
2. Rockwell Family - Canada 8.42
1. Identity - New Zealand 8.52
Friday, August 9, 2013
HHI '13 Mega Crew Division Semi-Finals Results
6. Academy of Brothers - Australia 8.48
5. No Escape XXL - Netherlands 8.54
4. La Salle Dance Company - Philippines 8.55
3. Praise Team - Canada 8.56
2. U.P. Streetdance Club - Philippines 8.75
1. The Royal Family - New Zealand 8.97
And as a bonus, we were treated to a very special performance from New Zealand's Hip Operation Crew- a crew made up of members with the age range of 66 to 94. The crew will also be performing at the World Championship Finals this Sunday.
5. No Escape XXL - Netherlands 8.54
4. La Salle Dance Company - Philippines 8.55
3. Praise Team - Canada 8.56
2. U.P. Streetdance Club - Philippines 8.75
1. The Royal Family - New Zealand 8.97
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HHI '13 Varsity Division Semi-Finals Results
7. I-Rock - Canada 7.75
6. J.B. Star Varsity - Japan 7.75
5. Onizawa Ikka - Japan 7.79
4. Sorority - New Zealand 7.81
3. No Chaos Allowed - Netherlands 7.90
2. Sol-T-Shine - Japan 8.11
1. Brotherhood - Canada 8.28
Poreotics video & Dumbo news: he's going to be judge Vietnam's "Got to Dance"
Matt 'Dumbo' Nguyen (member of ABDC Season 5's Poreotics) is going to Vietnam to be a judge on the local "Got To Dance". IMO -- he's a natural for the job, given his experience, talent, and humor. Here's an article on his involvement with the show.
Before the trip, he choreographed one more routine for Poreotics, on PoreoticsHD Youtube. Thanks for all the info, PerezOverride!
Before the trip, he choreographed one more routine for Poreotics, on PoreoticsHD Youtube. Thanks for all the info, PerezOverride!
HHI '13 Junior Division Semi-Finals Results
6. Lil' Phunk - USA 7.74
5. Next Jr - Japan 7.84
4. J.B. Star Junior - Japan 8.02
3. Bubblegum - New Zealand 8.27
2. FLIP - Canada 8.31
1. Shinyy-T - Japan 8.32
5. Next Jr - Japan 7.84
4. J.B. Star Junior - Japan 8.02
3. Bubblegum - New Zealand 8.27
2. FLIP - Canada 8.31
1. Shinyy-T - Japan 8.32
New music (w/ dancing) Video: To Be One (members of ICONic Boyz)
Members of ICONic Boyz from ABDC Season 6 have rebranded themselves as a singing group. Madison, Mikey, Jason and Louis are now To Be One and have just released a music video with some dancing.
HHI '13 Varsity & Adult Division Preliminary Results
It was a long day today. Here are the results:
Varsity Division
24. That's Soul - Spain 6.17
Varsity Division
24. That's Soul - Spain 6.17
23. Season 5 - Guam 6.18
22. Evolution Mad - Spain 6.18
21. Banda Forse - Russia 6.19
20. A-Team - Philippines 6.26
19. Lil Hustlers - Ireland 6.35
18. Prophecy - USA 6.41
17. RNG - USA 6.49
16. Beat Flava - Italy 6.54
15. Zavod - Russia 6.56
14. Brobots Dance Crew - USA 6.57
13. Kani Krew - New Zealand 6.61
12. Legit Status - Philippines 6.71
11. Notorious - United Kingdom 6.80
10. I-Rock - Canada 6.83
9. Stronger - Japan 6.88
8. Onizawa Ikka - Japan 6.99
7. Lil's Dance - Russia 7.11
6. Sorority - New Zealand 7.11
5. P.B.K. - Canada 7.12
4. Krash - New Zealand 7.20
3. No Chaos Allowed - Netherlands 7.24
2. Brotherhood - Canada 7.29
1. J.B. Star Varsity - Japan 7.42
Adult Division
31. WKA Unlimited - Argentina 7.03
30. South Timez - Thailand 7.04
29. Addlib - Philippines 7.08
28. Ruff Diamond - United Kingdom 7.09
27. Murge - Mexico 7.11
26. De La Funk - New Zealand 7.14
25. CIA TFS Crew - Peru 7.14
24. Cartel - United Kingdom 7.17
23. Neutral Zone - Mexico 7.25
22. S-Dance - Russia 7.33
21. 13.13 Crew - India 7.35
20. 3rd Street Beat - Canada 7.37
19. So United Crew - France 7.42
18. Las 8 Supernenas - Spain 7.46
17. Team Recycled - Germany 7.46
16. The Ecsntrcs - USA 7.50
15. 158 - Russia 7.52
14. D Maniac - Thailand 7.55
13. Mix'd Elements - USA 7.55
12. Illmatik Phlow - USA 7.56
11. Unschooled - Philippines 7.57
10. Rookies - Australia 7.61
9. Break Da Beat - Italy 7.68
8. No Escape - Netherlands 7.69
7. Prestige Dance Crew - New Zealand 7.73
6. F.L.A.T. - Japan 7.88
5. Zerogate - Japan 8.02
4. Rockwell Family - Canada 8.09
3. Identity - New Zealand 8.09
2. Philippine Allstars - Philippines 8.26
1. Elecoldxhot - Malaysia 8.37
I'd post pictures (perhaps even video), but not now. I'm exhausted and tomorrow is another long day for HHI. Congrats to all who made it to the semi-finals!
Thursday, August 8, 2013
Video: Teresa Espinosa (Beat Freaks): "Smoke and Mirrors"
Haven't seen much from Beat Freaks (ABDC Season 3) recently, though they just celebrated their 10 year anniversary. From WorldofDanceNetwork, here's a solo from Teresa Espinosa. Thanks again Greg!
Video: Brian Puspos, Keone Madrid & Vinh Nguyen at Urban Dance Camp: "Adorn"
From Urban Dance Camp: first Brian Puspos (ABDC's Mos Wanted Crew) demonstrated choreography to Travis Garland's "Adorn". Later in the video: Keone Madrid and Vinh Nguyen dance Puspos' choreo. Thanks Greg!
HHI ’13 Junior & Mega Crew Preliminaries Results
The World Hip-Hop Dance Championships began today with the Preliminary Round in the Junior and Mega Crew divisions.
Junior Division
17. Sweet Addiction - Mexico 6.91
16. Block Rockin Beats - Russia 7.07
15. Junior Brooklyn - South Africa 7.07
14. CNC - Canada 7.08
13. Brat Pack - New Zealand 7.15
12. ICONic Jr - USA 7.25
11. Lil Phunk - USA 7.30
10. Dreamchaserz - Canada 7.30
9. Umka.Ru - Russia 7.34
8. Hysteria - New Zealand 7.43
7. CKC - New Zealand 7.63
6. Rascals - USA 7.73
5. TZ Crew - Thailand 7.73
4. Next Jr - Japan 8.04
3. J.B. Star Junior - Japan 8.41
2. FLIP - Canada 8.49
1. Shinyy-T - Japan 8.62
Congratulations to all these crews for making it to the next round. Special mention to the Rascals from USA- they had technical difficulties beginning their set, but handled it like professionals and put on a great show. Honorable mention to ExpialiDOPEST from Australia and So Unikid from France - I enjoyed their sets a lot. But my favorite routine of the division came from Canada’s FLIP. Every time I see these girls perform, I go bonkers.
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Mega Crew Division
19. Zero Crew - Japan 7.32
18. Canvas Crew - Ireland 7.37
17. TCNZ - New Zealand 7.40
16. Dziah Dance Company - New Zealand 7.49
15. Phunk Phenomenon - USA 7.55
14. Untimitive - South Africa 7.56
13. Blindin Side - Italy 7.87
12. QDS - Spain 8.01
11. 24/7 Dance Company - 8.02
10. Po.Go. Crew - Canada 8.09
9. Unity - United Kingdom 8.31
8. Praise Team - Canada 8.51
7. Academy of Brothers - Australia 8.56
6. Academy of Hype - USA 8.65
5. No Escape XXL - Netherlands 8.70
4. Studio One - USA 8.71
3. Philippine Allstars - Philippines 8.72
2. U.P. Streetdance Club - Philippines 8.78
1. La Salle Dance Company - Philippines 8.87
Yep, if you came from the Philippines and danced last night, then a big ‘congratulations!’ goes to you. The Philippines took the top three places in the Mega Crew Division. But the competition was very close. I saw some AMAZING routines. The Academy of Brothers (Australia) not only had a clean, well executed routine, but I especially enjoyed the fact they incorporated WWE-style wrestling maneuvers in their set (Undertaker’s Tombstone Piledriver, Stone Cold Stunner, Hulk Hogan shirt rip, and Triple H’s Pedigree). No Escape XXL from the Netherlands was another crew that had me going nuts. But my favorite routines of the night came from the Philippine Allstars (forgot to take pictures) and La Salle Dance Company. Both routines were well executed and highly entertaining. It was a beautiful, proud moment for the Philippines and all Filipinos when all three crews stood on stage at the same time in celebration of their victory.
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Tomorrow begins the preliminary rounds for the Varsity and Adult Divisions. Good luck to everyone. And be sure to keep checking us here for updates plus you can follow and subscribe to HHI at their Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube.
Wednesday, August 7, 2013
Videos: Two Nappytabs hiphop routines on So You Think You Can Dance Top12 show
Napoleon and Tabitha D'umo choreographed bot hip hop routines that were danced on the So You Think You Can Dance Top 12 show, and both were among the show's highlights.
First, Aaron is a stagecoach robber and Jasmine a gold-digging saloon girl (the plot is obnoxious, but the dancing is extremely watch-worthy)
And, the SYTYCD men dance with a rope in an allegory about relationships or something like that:
First, Aaron is a stagecoach robber and Jasmine a gold-digging saloon girl (the plot is obnoxious, but the dancing is extremely watch-worthy)
And, the SYTYCD men dance with a rope in an allegory about relationships or something like that:
HHI '13 Opening Ceremonies
Today was the first official day of the World Championships at HHI with the opening ceremonies. Spirits were certainly high as dancers from all over the world made their entrance at the Red Rock Resort, many of whom were chanting to make their presence known. Congrats to everyone who made it here!
The competition kicks off tomorrow at Noon with the Preliminaries of the Junior Division. Followed by the Mega Crew Preliminaries. Good luck to all!
Be sure to follow us here for updates during the event. I'll be posting pictures and videos from all that's happening. And of course, you can follow HHI on Facebook, Instragram, Twitter, and YouTube. In fact, if you go over there now, you can watch videos from the USA Championships.
The competition kicks off tomorrow at Noon with the Preliminaries of the Junior Division. Followed by the Mega Crew Preliminaries. Good luck to all!
Be sure to follow us here for updates during the event. I'll be posting pictures and videos from all that's happening. And of course, you can follow HHI on Facebook, Instragram, Twitter, and YouTube. In fact, if you go over there now, you can watch videos from the USA Championships.
Tuesday, August 6, 2013
HHI '13 USA Finals Results
Unfortunately, I missed most of the Junior Division because I was late and only caught the Rascals perform. But here are the results...
USA Juniors
BRONZE - ICONic - 7.91
SILVER - Lil Phunk - 8.10
GOLD - Rascals - 8.30
Note that ICONic consisted of members of the formerly known group the ICONic Boyz (ABDC6). Lil Phunk is the junior version of ABDC 6's Phunk Phenomenon. And the Rascals successfully defended their GOLD Medals and are the juniors of the Academy of Hype (ABDC5).
I was able to catch most of the Varsity Division. RNG's performance was the first performance of the competition that brought me up from my seat and had me geek-ing out fully. And the Brobots from Torrance, CA impressed me a lot as well.
USA Varsity
BRONZE - Prophecy - 8.42
SILVER - Brobots - 8.67
GOLD - RNG - 8.69
RNG's homage to The King of Pop and 'Smooth Criminal' was absolutely brilliant. I believe for them to be serious contenders in the Worlds Competition.
The clash for the gold in the Mega Crew Division was fierce this year. My favorite sets of the night came from Maker Empire (Los Angeles, CA), High Profile Dance (Las Vegas, NV), CDF (Suisun, CA) and, of course, Academy of Hype (Honolulu, HI).
USA Mega Crew
BRONZE - Phunk Phenomenon - 8.45
SILVER - Academy of Hype - 9.03
GOLD - Studio One - 9.20
I was actually shocked to see AoH only take the Silver medal, they easily had the best performance of the night. But then again, what do I know? And I was a bit disappointed in the Academy of Swag's set. It certainly didn't live up to last year's Gold-Winning show.
Personally, I didn't really get excited during the Adult Division until the last half of the groups performed. Common Ground from Irvine, CA did a fantastic job, but wasn't able to place for Worlds.
USA Adult
BRONZE - The Ecsntrcs - 8.90
SILVER - Illmatik Phlow - 9.12
GOLD - Mix'd Elements - 9.35
I must admit... because of their early departure from ABDC7, I foolishly didn't think much of Mix'd Elements. But now, I'm a believer. With several additions to the crew (including members of the ABDC7's Step Boys), these guys are hungry for that World Gold Medal. But Miami's Illmatik Phlow certainly shouldn't be slept on- they had a tremendous show last night. As well as The Ecsntrcs from Fullerton, CA they put on an amazing set.
And it is just getting started, too! I'll be here all week. And be sure to follow HHI on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram to see pictures from the event and get all your up to date info. All photos were taken by John Salangsang.
USA Juniors
BRONZE - ICONic - 7.91
SILVER - Lil Phunk - 8.10
GOLD - Rascals - 8.30
Note that ICONic consisted of members of the formerly known group the ICONic Boyz (ABDC6). Lil Phunk is the junior version of ABDC 6's Phunk Phenomenon. And the Rascals successfully defended their GOLD Medals and are the juniors of the Academy of Hype (ABDC5).
I was able to catch most of the Varsity Division. RNG's performance was the first performance of the competition that brought me up from my seat and had me geek-ing out fully. And the Brobots from Torrance, CA impressed me a lot as well.
USA Varsity
BRONZE - Prophecy - 8.42
SILVER - Brobots - 8.67
GOLD - RNG - 8.69
RNG's homage to The King of Pop and 'Smooth Criminal' was absolutely brilliant. I believe for them to be serious contenders in the Worlds Competition.
The clash for the gold in the Mega Crew Division was fierce this year. My favorite sets of the night came from Maker Empire (Los Angeles, CA), High Profile Dance (Las Vegas, NV), CDF (Suisun, CA) and, of course, Academy of Hype (Honolulu, HI).
USA Mega Crew
BRONZE - Phunk Phenomenon - 8.45
SILVER - Academy of Hype - 9.03
GOLD - Studio One - 9.20
I was actually shocked to see AoH only take the Silver medal, they easily had the best performance of the night. But then again, what do I know? And I was a bit disappointed in the Academy of Swag's set. It certainly didn't live up to last year's Gold-Winning show.
Personally, I didn't really get excited during the Adult Division until the last half of the groups performed. Common Ground from Irvine, CA did a fantastic job, but wasn't able to place for Worlds.
USA Adult
BRONZE - The Ecsntrcs - 8.90
SILVER - Illmatik Phlow - 9.12
GOLD - Mix'd Elements - 9.35
I must admit... because of their early departure from ABDC7, I foolishly didn't think much of Mix'd Elements. But now, I'm a believer. With several additions to the crew (including members of the ABDC7's Step Boys), these guys are hungry for that World Gold Medal. But Miami's Illmatik Phlow certainly shouldn't be slept on- they had a tremendous show last night. As well as The Ecsntrcs from Fullerton, CA they put on an amazing set.
And it is just getting started, too! I'll be here all week. And be sure to follow HHI on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram to see pictures from the event and get all your up to date info. All photos were taken by John Salangsang.
Monday, August 5, 2013
Video: Dumbo (Poreotics) with Mineotics: "100% in the *****"
Matt 'Dumbo' Nguyen revives an fun, smooth routine, acompanied by 4 Miniotics. From DumboPoreotics Youtube. Thanks Greg!
HHl USA Preliminary results -- congratulations on strong showings to ABDC alums Mix'd Elements, Hype, Phunk Phenom, RNG & more!
Hip Hop International is going strong all this week. The preliminary rounds for the United States groups were held on Sunday August 4, and there were strong showings from some alumni of America's Best Dance Crew, including Mix'd Elements - #1 in the adult division); Academy of Hype (family of Hype 5-0) and Phunk Phenomenon - #2 and 3 in the Megacrew Division; RNG - #3 in the Varsity Division; and ICONIC (group that once included ICONic Boyz) - #4 in the Juniors. And, thanks for the listings Ninjaboi and Tony!
Adult
9. 7.64 - Phunk Snap of Boston, MA.
8. 7.66 - Hip Hop Connxion of Chicago, Il
7. 7.69 - Broken Toyz of Gilbert, AZ
6. 7.70 - Rogue Makers of Los Angeles, CA
5. 8.18 - Kaba Modern of Irvine, CA
4. 8.21 - The Ecsntrcs of Fullerton, CA
3. 8.32 - Common Ground - Irvine, CA
2. 8.81 - Illmatik Phlow of Miami, FL
1. 9.09 - Mix'd Elements of North Hollywood, CA
8. 7.66 - Hip Hop Connxion of Chicago, Il
7. 7.69 - Broken Toyz of Gilbert, AZ
6. 7.70 - Rogue Makers of Los Angeles, CA
5. 8.18 - Kaba Modern of Irvine, CA
4. 8.21 - The Ecsntrcs of Fullerton, CA
3. 8.32 - Common Ground - Irvine, CA
2. 8.81 - Illmatik Phlow of Miami, FL
1. 9.09 - Mix'd Elements of North Hollywood, CA
Megacrew
9. 7.81 - The Go! from Chicago, Il
8. 7.92 - Academy of Swag from West Covina, Ca
7. 7.95 - 3-23 Main Army from Los Angeles, Ca
6. 8.41 - Maker Empire from Los Angeles, Ca
5. 8.42 - High Profile Dance from Las Vegas, Nv
4. 8.50 - CDF from Suisun, Ca
3. 8.60 - Phunk Phenomenon from Everett, Ma
2. 8.96 - Academy of Hype from Honolulu, Hi
1. 8.98 - Studio One of Orlando, Fl
Varsity
16. 7.45 - The Organization of Garden Grove, Ca
15. 7.50 - Nu Era of Covina, Ca
14. 7.59 - Kaba Kids
13. 7.60 - Trouble Makers
12 7.61 - Bandits of Honolulu, HI
11. 7.65 - BeatKillaz of Gilbert, Az
10. 7.74 - Mixd Royalty of West Covina, Ca
09. 7.81 - Prophecy of Suisun, Ca
08. 7.81 - Soul Fresh Fam
07. 7.82 - Young Skull Club of San Francisco, Ca
06. 7.83 - Society of West Covina, Ca
05. 7.87 - Underground of Irvine, Ca
04. 7.98 - Ill Habits of San Diego, Ca
03. 8.02 - RNG Rated Next Generation of Seattle, Wa
02. 8.11 - Vibe of Pleasant Grove, Ut
01 8.62 - Brobots of Torrance, Ca
Juniors:
7. 6.07 – GENEX of New York
6. 7.37 – First Class of West Covina, Ca
5. 7.47 - The Prodigy of Las Vegas, Nv
4. 7.52 – Iconic of Englishtown, NJ
3. 7.74 – ChapKidz of Suisun Ca
2. 7.96 – Rascals of Honolulu, Hi
1. 8.06 – Lil Phunk of Boston, Ma
Sunday, August 4, 2013
Video: Can (Poreotics) & Julie Zhan: "Sweater Weather"
A sweet dance for two (following many party cameos) from Can Nguyen (member of ABDC Season 5's Poreotics) and Julie Zhan. Thanks for the link PerezOverride!
Video: Dtrix (Quest Crew) freestyle - "Adorn"
Dominic 'Dtrix' Sandoval (member of ABDC Season 3's Quest Crew) makes a lot of very popular humor videos. Here's a rare dance video from him -- a casual and easy freestyle to "Adorn". On RANDOMinicSHOW Youtube.
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