Video: Philip Chbeeb & Finger Circus - SHAPE ADDICTS

The first step in dealing with an addiction is to admit that you have an addiction.  I.aM.mE co-founder, Philip "Pacman" Chbeeb and his friends at Finger Circus took that first step when they agreed to go to Shape Addicts Anonymous.  But what happens when you put a bunch of Shape Addicts together in one room?... You get a BRAIN BANG!  Enjoy!  From pacman YouTube.

Videos: The Latest from Poreotics

Unfortunately, we won't be seeing the tic-tic-tic-ing robots on the SYTYCD stage, but they ain't going nowhere!  Check out the latest from the ABDC champs, Poreotics.  First is a piece from Charles to Warm Water's "Banks (Snakehip Remix)" - it's a feel-good, summertime piece.  We haven't been seeing too much of Dumbo lately, but that's because he's puttin' in hours in the sound studio.  Check out this track produced by Dumbo himself entitled "REACTIVATE".  *And as a bonus video, check out what the boys are up to right before they hit the stage.  Maybe they should go for the Sing-Off next... Haha!  From Charles V Nguyen, DUMBO POREOTICS, and PoreoticsHD YouTubes.

Video: Jawn Ha - "Warning Shot"

Check out the latest production from Mos Wanted's Jawn Ha to Machine Gun Kelly's "Warning Shot".  Along with Sorah Yang & Jasmine Querubin, Jawn always brings the intensity.  From Jawn Ha YouTube.

Video: Jabbawockeez Perform at Benefit Concert: "Rebuild Philippines"

On June 8th, The Jabbawockeez performed at a benefit concert event- "Rebuild Philippines" in Los Angeles, CA.  Whenever the masked men are on stage, everybody watches!  From OFFICIAL JABBAWOCKEEZ YOUTUBE.

Today's must-watch video: Dtrix gets both the comedy & dancing right in "Now add a Dancer"

Dominic 'Dtrix' Sandoval (member of ABDC Season 3's Quest) is a Youtube megastar, usually with emphasis more on his personal style of humor. This time, Phillip 'Pacman' Chbeeb (ABDC Season 6's IaMmE) took the lead on the choreography (with help from many friends) and the results are wonderful, particularly IMO for the table setting, and pool party.

Video: SYTYCD Atlanta audition hiphop highlights - Dynamic and Mr. Strange

This season's So You Think You Can Dance Atlanta auditions yielded great dancers in ballet, contemporary, jazz, and hiphop. My two favorite hiphop auditioners from the episode were Christopher 'Mr. Strange' Griffin (the founder of Dragon House) and Taveous 'Dynamic' Woods. Both made it to the next round, though it's unclear whether each can meet the multi-style challenges of the competition.

Video: Vote for this week's favorite crew - Jungle Boogie vs. Control Freakz

The final crew vote-off  for SYTYCD will be between Jungle Boogie (ABDC Season 5) vs. Control Freakz, two very capable and engaging crews with very different styles. Watch below and vote for your favorite, either by tweeting @SYTYCDboogie or @SYTYCDfreakz, or by going to the So You Think You Can Dance website.  Last week's winner was Wanted Ashiqz.

Tonight on So You Think You Can Dance: Jungle Boogie

So You Think You Can Dance auditions wrap up tonight, so this is the last night for crew dance demos. The show is in Atlanta, so Jungle Boogie (ABDC Season 5) are one of the two crews to watch and vote for. Here's the trailer:

Must see video of the day: Ian Eastwood X2 takes on Jame Brown

Ian Eastwood (member of ABDC Season 7's Mos Wanted Crew) goes 'concept' and clones himself to dance to James Brown's "Get On Up."  One of the best pair dances I've seen in a while.

Another video highlight from Body Rock 2014: Kinjaz

Kinjaz (including Mike Song from ABDC's Kaba Modern) were one of the highlights of the 2014 Body Rock. Thanks again Greg!

Video: Choreo Cookies win Body Rock 2014

Choreo Cookies continue to win in major West Coast competitions. The latest: a stellar performance at Body Rock 2014. Thanks for the link, Greg!

Video: 8 Flavahz | Practice and Interview

Since the show, the girls of 8 Flavahz are reunited [...and it feels so good!] in this practice and interview short film.  Shot before their WoD:Los Angeles  performance, they talk about what they miss most about ABDC and give thanks to their supporters. From FLAVAHZ Crew YouTube.
 

Latest dance video from BABDC regular Greg: "Sweatpants"

Longtime Blogging Best Dance Crew contributor Greg S. has returned with his latest video: a duo concept video created by him and Katya Soloviova, danced to Childish Gambino's "Sweatpants". Love seeing the progression in his dance and video techniques!

So You Think You Can Dance: video of Mix'd Elements and Wanted Ashiqz - VOTE!

The crew competition on the third So You Think You Can Dance audition show was between Mix'd Elements (ABDC Season 7) and Wanted Ashiqz. To vote for your favorite between now and Tuesday June 17, either click here or tweet #SYTYCDwanted or #SYTYCDmixd

Wanted Ashiqz

Mix'd Elements

Video: Tonight on So You Think You Can Dance: Mixed Elements, Wanted Ashiqz & a bunch of solo dancers

Tonight is the third installment of the So You Think You Can Dance auditions, including a competition for tweets between two dance crews. The faceoff tonight is between Mixed Elements (ABDC Season 7) and Wanted Ashiqz, a Bollywood fusion dance group that has done well at World of Dance and other competitions. Here's a preview some group dance teasers:

Must-see Video: QuicKingz Perform in Tokyo | S**T Kingz x Quick Crew

Not much info on how this came about, but check out this ultimate fantasy collaboration come true when Quick Crew and the S**T Kingz dance together in the Palette Theater in Tokyo Japan.  Too much fire!  From TheQuickStyle YouTube.

Andrew Baterina - 1998: The Choreography Album

It's here!  SoReal choreographer, Andrew Baterina, (along with some friends) bring to us this new concept of a 'choreography album' entitled, 1998.  From the description, that was the year SoReal was founded in a little garage by Andrew's brother....  Now, it's amazing to see how far the company has come along since.  Enjoy!  From Andrew Baterina YouTube.

SYTYCD hiphop video highlight: allstars Fik-shun, Cyrus & Legacy battle auditioner Kyle

Kyle Taylor auditioned on the June 4 So You Think You Can Dance. After his solo, Nigel Lithgoe suggested that he should be doing some hiphop battling. This set up a fun battle between SYTYCD all-stars Fik-shun , Cyrus, and Legacy. Unfortunately, Kyle will not be going through to the next round.

SYTYCD Hiphop highlight: Marie 'Poppins' audition with Fik-shun

In the So You Think You Can Dance auditions show on June 4, there were 2 instances of the hiphop auditioners working with SYTYCD Allstars. Marie 'Poppins' Bonnevay started out solo, but Fik-shun (winner in last season's SYTYCD) hopped onstage to dance with her. Mary won dance awards at Hiphop International, and was supposed to be a member of We Are Heroes (winner of ABDC Season 4) but had to drop out because of some logistical and timing issues. TV viewers will get to see more of Mary, as she easily made it to the next round on SYTYCD.

So You Think You Can Dance video highlight #2: Jaja Vankova

Will a third member of IaMmE (winners of ABDC Season 6) make it to the top 20 of So You Think You Can Dance? Phillip 'Pacman' Chbeeb made it before he was on ABDC, Emilio Dosal made it last season (but dropped out because of an injury). Is it Jaja Vankova's turn? Her audition in Los Angeles was so powerful that she scored an almost-unheard of standing ovation from the judges and made it directly to the next round.

Tomorrow, we'll post two more hiphop highlights from this week's SYTYCD so stay tuned!

So You Think You Can Dance hiphop video highlight #1: Academy of Villains v. Breaksk8

The two crews facing off against each other this week are Breaksk8 (ABDC Season 1) vs. Academy of Villains (founded by Chris 'Pharside' Jennings of ABDC Season 2' Supreme Soul). You can still vote for your favorite by tweeting #SYTYCDsk8 or #SYTYCDvillains until 8pm EDT on Tuesday June 10.

So You Think You Can Dance Match-up: Breaksk8 vs. Academy of Villains

Tonight on So You Think You Can Dance, there are two crew contenders that should have appeal to America's Best Dance Crew fans: Breaksk8 (ABDC Season 1) vs. Academy of Villains (formed by ABDC Season 2's Supreme Soul member Pharside Jennings, as well as Krystal Meraz). Watch the show, then vote for your favorite either on the SYTYCD website or by texting #sytycdsk8 or #sytycdvillains.

We'll have the video tomorrow when available (as well as a post and video of Jaja Vankova (member of ABDC's IaMmE) who had an amazing krump audition and got a standing ovation from the judges AND a video of a popping battle with SYTYCD allstars Fikshun, Legacy, Cyrus and an auditioner from Wichita.

Unfortunately, Poreotics did not win the popularity battle last week and will not be appearing on the show. 

Tonight on So You Think You Can Dance: watch & support Academy of Villains!

Academy of Villains will be one of the two dance crews featured on the June 4 So You Think You Can Dance audition episode. If you want great hiphop crews to advance, you've got to support them with tweets and on-line votes.  As a reminder of why AoV deserves your support, here's their 1st place performance at the 2014 VIBE XIX competition:

Videos: Elektrolytes - "Not A Bad Thing" & "Drink You Away"

It's been several months since we've seen anything from the championship crew, The Elektrolytes... but it was worth the wait!  Here are the Banuelo Boys - Nico and Sal - with these fun productions to Justin Timberlake's "Not A Bad Thing" and "Drink You Away".  From Elektrolytes Dance crew Youtube.

Must-see Video: ReQuest Crew - "New Kings"

ReQuest Crew (ABDC Season 6) is back and super-intense, dancing to Nicki Minaj's "New Kings". Thanks for the link Tafari!

Video: 8 Flavahz & Brian Friedman Blend In The Good

Jamba Juice and DanceOn are partnering together and want to you see YOUR dance moves.  Here is the famous choreographer, Brian Friedman, and the girls of 8 Flavahz showing us how they "blend in the good" to Bobby Newberry's "The Weekend".  Watch this video and then upload a dance video of you showing off your skills with the hashtags #BlendintheGoodContest AND #JambaJuice and you can win a free trip to LA, New York, or San Francisco.  Check out http://www.danceon.com/music/blend-in-the-good for more details.  From DanceOn YouTube.

Video: Watch Poreotics and Syncopated Ladies competition on So You Think You Can Dance

So You Think You Can Dance will spotlight eight dance 'crews' during the audition shows, with a chance to vote for each to appear during the season. On May 28, Poreotics (ABDC Season 5) and Syncopated Ladies appeared. You can vote for them by tweeting #sytycdporeotics or #sytycdladies before Tuesday June 3.

SYTYCD crew competition: help support hiphop by tweeting #sytycdPoreotics

So You Think You Can Dance has added some group dance to the audition shows, but America's Best Dance Crew fans may not be fully entertained. The two dance groups featured on the first show were Poreotics (winners of ABDC Season 5) vs. Syncopated Ladies (an East Coast tap dance group). The winners will be chosen by volume of twitter mentions with the hashtags #sytycdPoreotics vs #sytycdladies. Given the demographics for this show, it is not surprising that the tap dance women were way ahead in the voting by the end of the episode.

If you want to help out Poreotics (or Syncopated Ladies), get in there now and tweet or vote online here! Voting closes on Tuesday June 3 at 8pm ET. We'll post videos of the performances once they are available.

Video: Ian Eastwood (Mos Wanted) - "I Am Very Very Lonely"

Check out this fun, quirky production from the Mos Wanted heartthrob himself, Ian Eastwood.  Inspired while in Bucharest, Ian dances to Chance The Rapper's "I Am Very Very Lonely".  From Ian Eastwood YouTube.

Poreotics will compete on So You Think You Can Dance on May 28!

Follow-up to our last story -- Poreotics Iwinners of America's Best Dance Crew Season 5) tweeted that they will be appearing on So You Think You Can Dance's first episode this season, on Fox TV May 28. 

It'll be great to see them again and to see how their style has evolved. I'm curious how SYTYCD is choosing the crews -- will there be mostly tried-and-true dancers or add some crews new to TV, will they use crews that feature some of their dancers (e.g., Quest, IaMmE), what geographies will they draw from? This is not a criticism -- any wide exposure of dancers has the potential to help the dance community. More please! Thank for the update Ninjaboi!

TV Dance Crew news: So You Think You Can Dance auditions will feature a dance crew competition!

Shades of America's Best Dance Crew redux.  In a brand new element on So You Think You Can Dance, Justin Bieber and his choreographer Nick DeMoura will introduce top dance crews from across the country that will vie for a spot on the season finale.

Beginning next week on the two-hour season premiere, airing Wednesday, May 28 (8:00-10:00 PM ET/PT) on FOX, Bieber and DeMoura will showcase two dance crews on each of the four audition episodes. After the crews are showcased, hash tags will be revealed that viewers can use to tweet their favorite of the two crews. The tweets will be tallied and the most popular crew overall will be invited to perform on the finale.

We don't know yet who will compete. But stay tuned -- maybe this will bode well for dance crews. Thanks for the tip Ninjaboi!

Video: Quick Crew - Tokyo Night ::Dancing Strawhats::

It's a couple weeks old now, but still dope nonetheless... Here's the world famous, Quick Crew, with this brilliant production entitled "Tokyo Night".  From TheQuickStyle YouTube.

Video: Brandon "747" Harrell (I.aM.mE) - "Love Never Felt So Good"

Sorry for the lack of updates lately, but while I was gone, we got a brand new album from the King of Pop, Michael Jackson - Xscape... and it is DOPE!  If you haven't heard it yet, then I suggest you drop whatever it is you're doing and give it a listen right now!  Check out this production by Brandon Harrell featuring the 323 Area Kidz and fellow I.aM.mE dancers to the first single "Love Never Felt So Good". Sham-on! From showoff747 YouTube.

Video: Moon and Pacman (IaMmE) - highlights from European tour

Di 'Moon' Zhang and Philip 'Pacman' Chbeeb (member of ABDC's IaMmE) toured Europe with WGSZ and released a highlights video

Video:; Mos Wanted Crew dance on ABS-CBN

Mos Wanted Crew (ABDC Season 7) danced, along with Jhong Hilario and Thug Alliance on ABS-CBN.

Video of the day: Buddhist monks breakdance in New York City

Adam "MCA" Yauch of the Beastie Boys was a devout Buddhist. In honor of him, a group of Buddhist monks in New York show their breakdance skills.

MCA-DAY "Buddhist Monks" from KNARF® New York on Vimeo.

Video: RNG returns -- new and improved

RNG (ABDC Season 7) led by Kolanie Marks is back with new workshops and a new website passioninmovement.com/. As they've matured, their dancing has also gotten more complex and refined. Can't wait to see more of them!

Video: Elektrolytes dance to Justin Timberlake's "Not a Bad Thing"

Elektrolytes (winners of the last season of America's Best Dance Crew) have a slow and easy routine to Justin Timberlake's "Not a Bad Thing"

Video: Jabbawockeez (Behind the Mask) | On the set of 'Senile' with Tyga

Check out behind the scenes footage of the Jabbawockeez on the set of Tyga's music video, "Senile".  It also features never before seen freestyles.  From thewockeez YouTube.

Video: 8 Flavahz - "The Weekend"

Perfect for a Friday afternoon, here's the beautiful, strong women of 8 Flavahz dancing to Bobby Newberry's "The Weekend".  This video was choreographed and directed by Brian Friedman.  From Brian Friedman Youtube.  Enjoy the weekend!!!

Video: Bam Martin (Mos Wanted) - "Ooh Kill em"

It's been quite some time since we've seen a production from Bam Martin - but that's a good thing!  He's been busy with traveling, teaching, and preparing for competitions.  Here he is with his GRV Family (2nd Place WoD LA '14) in this production to Meek Mill's "Ooh Kill Em".  From Bam martin YouTube.

Teaser: Andrew Baterina - 1998: The Choreography Album

The SoReal Father genius, Andrew Baterina, released this trailer for his upcoming production, "1998".  I'm loving this new idea of 'Choreography Albums' (such as the previous post).  I'm hoping to see more dancers/choreographers/artists start to get on board with this concept.  I cannot wait for this one to drop.  From Andrew Baterina YouTube.

Short Film: FREE MYND by Parris Goebel

The beautiful Queen of the The Royal Family, Parris Goebel, does it again!  In, arguably, her best production to date, Parris gives us this brilliantly emotional film to a montage of Beyonce latest tracks - with cameos by the Royal Family and amazing talents from all over the world.  From the description: If you felt something at the end, that is the essence of my soul. I am not perfect but i am free. This is my ART.  From Parris Goebel Vimeo.


FREE MYND | Short Dance Film by Parris Goebel from Parris Goebel on Vimeo.

Keone & Mari Madrid | re.write Magazine Interview

Head on over to re.write Magazine and check out this great article on the amazing dance duo, Keone & Mari Madrid.  And even if you don't feel like reading, you can listen to the article at the bottom of the page on their podcast.  They talk about their dance careers and the importance of their relationship with each other and, more importantly, with God.  And if you need your dance-fix, check out their latest video from URBAN DANCE CAMP to Miguel's "Adorn".

Click here to read Dangerous on re.write Magazine

Jabbawockeez Video #2 of the day: dancing with Young Money, Tyga, Nicki Minaj, Lil Wayne on "Senile" (NSFW)

Jabbawockeez (ABDC Season 1) appear on this explicit video from Young Money, with Tyga, Nicki Minaj, and Lil Wayne.

Video: Jabbawockeez talk and dance on Fully Uploaded with Rob Drydek

From the Youtube description: Jabbawockeez (ABDC Season 1) teamed up with Rob Dyrdek and Lunchables Uploaded on their web series called Fully Uploaded. In this episode, the dancers talk about their passion for dance, how they became the Jabbawockeez and their first big break. Then, they do a skit with Freddie Wong and see how Rob helps 'step up our game' in Vegas. They even let Rob 'try out' to be a Jabbawockee. Thanks ninjaboi!

Video: Academy of Hype - "Grown Woman" | Happy Easter!

Happy Easter everybody!  Check out this impressive production from Academy of Hype to Beyonce's "Grown Woman".  Choreographer - Jee Kalua - had trouble posting it on YouTube and publicly posted it on his Facebook instead.  Click here or on the picture below to check it out.

Video: Beat Freaks Reel for 2014

Beat Freaks are still around, performing, and showing their creativity and passion evidenced on ABDC Season 3. Here's their latest reel.

Video: Ian Eastwood (Mos Wanted) - "Sweatpants"

The smooth and charismatic, Ian Eastwood, is back - along with his Mos Wanted Fam - in this production to Childish Gamino's "Sweatpants".  This fun video not only features great choreography (and a cameo from the lovely Megan Batoon), but also reminds us of the hot, summer days that are ahead of us.  From Ian Eastwood YouTube.

Video: Pharside (AoV) - Pass It Down | Dance Guidelines

The founder of Skool District's Academy of Villains, Chris 'Pharside' Jennings, is dropping knowledge on this Easter weekend.  No dancing in this video, but just as important, Pharside is educating many of the young talents out there with his YEARS AND YEARS of experience in both - the freestyle and choreography scenes.  In it, he covers issues dealing with 'Easy Props', 'Biting', 'Being original', 'Equal Rights', and 'Competitions'.  What do you think?  Do you agree with Pharside? Leave comments below.  From pharside YouTube.

Video: Mos Wanted Crew Perform at WoD LA '14

It seems as if we can post videos for DAYS on this one event alone.  Here's more hot-fire from the world famous, Mos Wanted Crew.  To see more EXCLUSIVE performances from World of Dance: Los Angeles, head over to WorldofDance.com and click on NETWORK.  From World of Dance Network YouTube.
 
Go to the all new World of Dance Network to see more EXCLUSIVE performances from WoD '14

Video: Poreotics at WoD LA '14

More from this great event.  Here's the season 5 champs (all of them) performing at World of Dance: Los Angeles.  From World of Dance Network YouTube.

Videos: Quest Crew at WoD LA '14 | D-Trix Returns!

Wow! For the 'Best Dance Show of the Year' category, I would nominate this year's World of Dance: Los Angeles.  Yesterday, we posted the JBWKZ performance, and if you head on over to the World of Dance Network you can check out these two videos from the legendary Quest Crew.  They're of the same performance but with two different camera angles.  I geeked out!  Welcome back D-Trix!

Video: Jabbawockeez perform at 2014 World of Dance LA

Jabbawockeez (ABDC Season 1 champions and Las Vegas stars) performed at World of Dance LA this weekend, with some new and classic material.

Video: Quick Crew | Samsung Galaxy S5 Official Release

The Norwegian sensation, Quick Crew, performed this fun routine for the official release of the Samsung Galaxy S5 phone for Samsung Norway.  Not much else to say, except for "Dope!".  From TheQuickStyle YouTube.

Friday Night Flavahz

Happy Friday everyone!  This weekend, we're asking you "What's Yo Flavah?" with the girls from Flavahz Crew.  First we have a clip from Kaelynn Harris and Jalen Preston dancing to Beyonce's "Blow" from one of the recent the Pulse Tour stops.  I love the choreograhy (Brian Friedman) and KK absolutely KILLS it - plus, she is workin' that outfit!  Below that, we have two videos from Charlize Glass - first her dancing to Kyle Hanagami's choreo to "MANiCURE" by Lady Gaga and the second is a fun lip-sync video featuring Summer Waikiki to The Chain Smokers hit, "#Selfie".  These girls bring the fun!  From Kaelynn Harris & Charlizey1 YouTubes.

Video: I.aM.mE Presents "QBZ"

It's here!  The first video in the latest series from I.aM.mE entitled "QBZ" (Cubes).  The idea is to use props that could propel the BrainBanging Movement to new heights - thinking outside the cube.  This production features the dancers from I.aM.mE with cameos by Hok (Quest Crew), Bebo (Phunk Phenomenon), Scarlett (Funkdation), and many more talents.  From pacman YouTube.

Bizarre ABDC alumni news: JC Chasez to play Pontius Pilate in Jesus Christ Superstar

According to  Cosmopolitan, "it was announced that a new touring production of Jesus Christ Superstar will feature *NSYNC's JC Chasez (and ABDC judge) as Pontius Pilate, Destiny's Child's Michelle Williams as Mary Magdalene, Incubus' Brandon Boyd as Judas Iscariot, and the Sex Pistols' Johnny Rotten as King Herod." I wouldn't miss it with this cast.

MUST WATCH Video of the Day: KINJAZ vs. Quest Crew

A fantasy warfare match-up such as this comes only few and far in between in a lifetime.  Check out the KINJAZ (Anthony Lee, Justin "Jet-Li" Valles, Michael Fallorina, Michael "Mpact" Lor, Mike Song, & Steven "Villn" Lor) take on the world famous Quest Crew (Aris, Hok, Ryanimay, Steve Terada, & Jolee) in this homage to Final Fantasy.  Also, check out cameos by Ellen Kim, Jazmyne Jenkins, Megan Batoon, & Happy Chad.  From Mike Song YouTube.

Video from BBDC's Greg S: "SWAGG"

One of the great feelings in putting together this site is seeing dance fans sufficiently inspired by great dancers and to build their own skills and creative routines. Here's Greg S, with his first "Proper Choreo Video". Definitely worth the effort. Thanks Greg!

Video: Part 2 of Jabbawockeez Behind the Mask on the making of Regenerate

Here's the second part of the video coverage on Jabbawockeez (ABDC Season 1 winners) creating Regenerate, complete with conversations, joking around, walking around, space pods, and some dancing

Di "Moon" Zhang (IaMme) - "Ohh Kill Em"

The season 6 champion has been really busy lately with his entertainment company, DMZ Entertainment, but he still finds the time to make dope productions such as this.  Check out this brilliant video to Meek Mill's "Ooh Kill Em". It features amazing dancers including members from IaMmE, Hok from Quest Crew, and Scarlett from Funkdation.  From Di Moon Zhang YouTube.

Video: KINJAZ - "Starry Eyed"

"When a Kinja goes to sleep at night and has a nice dream..."  The KINJAZ won't be the only ones dreaming about these girls.  Check out this beautiful production to Ellie Goulding's "Starry Eyed" (Acoustic) featuring Aggie Loyola, Karen Chuang, & Sarah Yang.  From Anthony Lee YouTube.
 

Videos: Open Floor sessions with Quest Crew, 8 Flavahz, & Poreotics

Lots of happenings at the World of Dance Network lately... Here are THREE of the latest productions in their Open Floor | #OPNFLR series featuring some familiar faces.  First is the season 3 champions, Quest Crew, followed by the lovely, "grown women" 8 Flavahz, and the Asian robot champions, Poreotics.  Enjoy!

Video: Jabbawockeez show behind-the-scenes creation of Regenerate (Part I)

Jabbawockeez show the inspiration and some of the dance for their Regenerate.

Video: Teaser Trailer for Step Up Five

They're coming back again -- no bad reviews are going to hold back the Step Up Franchise, with its worthy dancing and... other stuff. This time, Parris Goebel (member of ABDC's ReQuest Crew) is featured, and ninjaboi detects some IaMmE. Thanks for the link Ninjaboi!

Poreotics open for Bruno Mars | Perform in the Philippines

Great news from the Season 5 champions, Poreotics.  It was recently announced that they will be joining Bruno Mars on his Moonshine Jungle show in the Philippines.  They will be the opening act (and I'm guessing they'll make cameos on the main show).  And if that isn't enough, earlier today the Tic-Tic-Tic-ers made an appearance on ABS-CBN's dance variety show, "Its' Showtime".  Check it out below!

Poreotics Perform on Its' Showtime

Video: The Sandlot - "Grown Woman"

SoReal Studio TV and the SoReal Performing Arts Center brings to you this fun production to Beyonce's "Grown Woman".  Choreography is by Guero Charles and was directed by Jheru Alba.  "H-Town Vicious!". From SOREAL PAC YouTube.

Video: KINJAZ - "Siberian Nights"

Out from the shadows from whence they came, the KINJAZ emerge with this production to the throwback "Siberian Nights" by Twilight 22.  Performed by Charles Nguyen, Mike Fal, Michael "Mpact" Lor, Mike Song, and Steven "Villn" Lor.  From Mike Song YouTube.
 

immaBEAST Contest Winner | Congrats to Marcin Kacper & Darek Alan Patryk!

Last month, WilldaBEAST Adams held a contest for the best production/freestyle to Chris James' "Love Hates Me" feat Pusha T.  Here's the winning entry!  Congrats to Marcin Kacper & Darek Alan Patryk for winning the contest and the $1000 cash grand prize.  From WilldaBeast Adams YouTube.

Video: Phillip "PacMan" Chbeeb - "QBZ" Solo

ABDC Champ, Phillip "PacMan" Chbeeb (I.aM.mE), gives us a lil' taste for an upcoming, major production entitled "QBZ" (cubes).  According to PacMan, the project will feature over 12 different talented dancers in various styles and visuals and is expected to be released next month.  I can't wait! From pacman YouTube.

Video: Mos Wanted Crew workshop with

This new video shows a Mos Wanted Crew (ABDC Season 7) plus Non-workshop dancing from Lando Wilkins,Ricky Cole, Jawn Ha, Jun Quemado, Bambam Martin, Brian Puspos, and JP Goldstein.

Video: Do-Knock (Super Cr3w) - "Thank You"

Step X Step presents a solo from Do-Knock (member of ABDC's Super Cr3w) filmed in the streets of Las Vegas. The dancing doesn't start until 1:30 but it's definitely worth the wait.

Video: Jun Quemado (Mos Wanted Crew) - "Body Party"

Jun Quemado (member of ABDC's Mos Wanted Crew and Team Millennia) just released a short solo video. He rarely posts and it's great to see more of his work.

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Must watch Video: Mos Wanted Freestyle

Mos Wanted Crew members (ABDC season 7) show some impressive moves when they take over the Filthy Rich Barbershop in Queens, NY. Thanks again Greg!

Video: 8 Flavahz - "Spice Up Your Life"

The girls of 8 Flavahz (ABDC 7) are cookin' up somethin' extra SPICY in this throwback to the Spice Girls - "Spice Up Your Life".  Each Flavah matches up PERFECTLY with their alter-Spice-ego.  It's "What's yo Flavah?!" meets "Girl Power!"  From World of Dance Network YouTube.

Video: Collizion Crew - "Black Skinhead"

The boys from the ATL, Collizion Crew (ABDC7), bring the hot-fire in this explosive production to Kanye West's "Black Skinhead".  Everything - from the story, wardrobe, photography, and of course, the dancing - is on point.  Props to Kenny Strong (choreographer/director).  From Collizion Crew YouTube.
 

Camren (8 Flavahz) will star in Fox TV's "Gotham"

Camren Bicondova was first seen on national TV as a member of ABDC's 8 Flavahz. Now, she's taking center stage, playing Selena Kyle (the character who eventually becomes Catwoman) in Fox TV's "Gotham". According to the article in Slashfilm, the character is described as  a teenage orphan who is suspicious and wholly unpredictable. A street thief and skilled pickpocket, she’s dangerous when cornered."

Video: Brian Puspos (Mos Wanted Crew) workshop in the Netherlands

Brian Puspos (member of ABDC's Mos Wanted Crew and SoReal Cru) toured the Netherlands giving workshops and demonstrations. Here's footage from his stop in Groningen. Thanks Greg!

New videos from Elektrolyte brothers

Nico and Sal Bunuelos (members of ABDC's Elektrolytes) just created a new Youtube channel -- theElektroBrothers --  to show their latest solo efforts. Here are the first two videos on the channel -- looking forward to seeing much more in the future!

Video: Pharside (AoV) freestyles to Justin Timberlake

Academy of Villains' Chris "Pharside" Jennings recently posted this video of him and Alexander Chung freestyling to songs by Justin Timberlake- showcasing his slow song skills. From pharside YouTube.

Video: Jawn Ha (Mos Wanted) - "One Blood"

Jawn Ha brings the intensity in this production to The Game's - "One Blood".  The video also features the talents of Sorah Yang and Jasmine Querubin.  From Jawn Ha YouTube.

Video: Anthony Lee & Mike Song - "All of Me" (De Hofnar Bootleg)

Back in November, Anthony Lee and Mike Song taught in a charity workshop organized at the Movement Lifestyle Studio that donated all of the money to relief aids for those affected by the typhoon, Haiyan [Yolanda].  From the description, "We hope that this routine serves not as entertainment, but as a message to those out there who have found any amount of suffering from this tragedy that there are people that are praying for you still. You are in our thoughts and our he[art]. We dance for you."  From Anthony Lee YouTube.
 

Video: Parris Goebel & Royal Family - "TWERK IT"

Parris Goebel and the Royal Family (including members of ABDC's ReQuest Crew) performed TWERK IT at Skull and Crowns. Reminds us of when twerking was a legitimate part of the hiphop repertoire and not just a joke.

Video: Ecsntrcs - "So Insane"

If you remember, this crew was one of my favorites from last year's HHI.  Here's The Ecsntrcs in this dope production to Discover / R.A.D.'s "SO INSANE".  Choreography by Jason Rodelo.  From ecsntrcs YouTube.

Short Film: Jabbawockeez Presents REGENERATE

A few weeks ago, we posted the trailer for the Jabbawockeez latest project entitled REGENERATE, and it's finally here!  So grab a bowl of popcorn, dim the lights, get comfortable, and enjoy!  From thewockeez YouTube.
 

Video: Mike Song in Manila, Philippines

The amazing Mike Song is trottin' the globe, dancing and teaching on and off stage.  Here's the KINJA walking the slum streets of Manila, showing the locals how it's done. From YAKfilms YouTube.

Video: Lando, Bam Martin & Jawn Ha (Mos Wanted Crew members) - "No Worries"

A fun dance to match Lil Wayne's "No Worries" and the talents of Mos Wanted Crew members Lando Wilkins, Bam Martin and Jawn Ha. Thanks Greg!

Video: Emilio and Jaja (IaMmE) freestyle - Open Floor

Jaja Vankova and Emilio Dosal (members of ABDC's IaMmE) freestyle in black and white. The two of them continue to show some incredible moves! Thanks Greg!

Video: Dumbo (Poreotics) dances with Game On Crew

Dumbo (member of ABDC's Poreotics) dances with Game On Crew during a recent visit to Vietnam. Thanks Greg!

Video: Keone and Mari Madrid on ELLEN

Happy Valentines Day everybody!  Who needs flowers and chocolate? ...when ELLEN has Keone and Mari Madrid on her show!  Dance's power couple are performing their internet sensation routine to "Is This Love" by Bob Marley.  From TheEllenShow.
 

Video: Camren Bicondova (8 Flavahz) - HAPPY

On top of being a professional dancer at such a young age, Camren Bicondova can now add "Videographer" to her resume.  Lil' Miss Cam Cam self shot this video herself to Pharrell Williams' "Happy".  Looks like she had a lot of fun making this. From LilMisCamCam YouTube.

Jabbawockeez Official Trailer for REGENERATE

Something big is coming from the Jabbawockeez.  Let's just wait and see.... #Regenerate #WhoIsAlison #Jabbawockeez #Prism. From thewockeez YouTube.

Video: Chachi performs at her birthday party with Dotheads

Chachi Gonzales (member of ABDC's IaMmE) danced with Dotheads at her birthday party on February 6, 2014, Video from StepXStep dance

MUST SEE VIDEO: Anthony Lee & Vinh Nguyen - "Doin' It Right"

This has to be my favorite dance video of the year thus far.  It's Anthony Lee and Vinh Nguyen (KINJAZ) in this amazing production to Daft Punk's "Doin' It Right".  I absolutely love it! From Anthony Lee YouTube.

Video: Isaac (Heavy Impact) and Varsity perform at World of Dance Awards

Isaac Tualaulelei (member of ABDC's Heavy Impact) danced with his group Varsity as part of the entertainment at the 2014 World of Dance Industry Awards. Thanks Greg!

Video: Jawn Ha (Mos Wanted Crew) - "Breaking News"

The first of 3 parts, Jawn Ha (Mos Wanted Crew) along with Sorah Yang and Jasmin Querubin (GRV) tear up the streets of L.A. with this production to MGK's "Breaking News".  As always, Jawn brings the intensity.  From Jawn Ha YouTube.

Video: Street Kingdom (with Jaja) performs at World of Dance Awards

Street Kingdom (along with Jaja Vankova) of ABDC fame performed at the World of Dance Industry Awards on February 2, 2014.

Video: Quick Crew - "Odd Look"

The boys from Quick Crew recently posted this production to Kavinsky's "Odd Look" featuring the Weeknd shot in downtown Los Angeles.  Great song and even greater dancing.  From TheQuickStyle YouTube.

Official immaBEAST Dance Video Contest | Win $1000 cash plus more!

The Eclectic Gentleman, WilldaBEAST Adams, has a dance challenge for you!  Basically, upload your own choreography [or freestyle] to the song "Love Hates Me" by Chris James feat Pusha T.  The selected winner[s] will win immaBEAST gear, a feature on WilldaBEAST's YouTube channel, and $1000 cash money.  For more details, check out this video below.  From WilldaBeast Adams YouTube.