America's Best Dance Crew Essays

  • Rhy Sparks Research Paper

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    after his birth due to scoliosis. He became interested in dance at the age eleven, when he started performing in things like talent shows. His interest in teaching dance became permanent when he started offering dance lessons in his own backyard. Dance became extremely important to him when his sister’s boyfriend was murdered, it became a way for him to escape and feel safe. Spark has been recognized by receiving many awards for projects like “Best Choreography in a Feature Film” another award for the

  • Hip Hop Dance Culture In The 1970's

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    In the 1970’s hip hop dance was quickly being molded into a legitimate dance culture. Dancers showed off their skills whenever, wherever. In the 1980’s, as breaking, popping, and locking were being institutionalized all over the United States, hip hop was evolving from random performances to formal competitions. What would have been youth violence in gangs were now dance crews. Dancers in the same neighborhood or block would form a crew and create their own identity. Each crew had their own name, unique

  • Hip Hop History

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    Among the many styles of dance that are practiced throughout the world, one of the newer styles has captured the hearts of many. Hip hop has evolved through time, integrating many styles. Its origin, amazing history, blend of styles, and wide influence has brought us to the hip hop that we know today. Every dance style came from somewhere. Hip hop originated from the busy city of New York. Before it was a dance style, hip hop was a cultural movement surrounding music among African- Americans and

  • Cupid Shuffle History

    608 Words  | 3 Pages

    History The dance my group has chosen was the Cupid Shuffle. I researched the history of the Cupid Shuffle. It was written and sang by Bryson Bernard whom stage name is “Cupid”. He had earned his nickname when he performed/sang for the Sam Cooke’s 1960’s single hit “Cupid”. The song Cupid Shuffle was released on February 13, 2007. What inspired Cupid to write the Cupid Shuffle was that before every performance he would always do a line dance and he saw how the crowd had reacted to that and decided

  • Missy Elliott Research Papers

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    In addition to her multi-platinum selling albums and hit songs, Missy Elliott has won five Grammy Awards and has been inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame. She is known for her innovative music videos and performances, which often incorporate dance and visual effects. 2. Lil' Kim - Lil' Kim was the first female rapper to have three consecutive platinum albums, and she has sold over 15 million records worldwide. She has been nominated for multiple Grammy Awards and has won a BET Award and a Soul

  • Documentary Review: Deadliest Catch, Bering Sea Gold

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    10-week stay at a house in Hawaii. Along the way, couples go into a “truth booth” to find out if they are a "perfect match" or "no match" at all. If they succeed in matching, the entire group shares a prize of up to $1 million, because money can be the best of matchmakers. #90: Overhaulin’ (2004-present) The show follows automobile designers Chip Foose and Chris Jacobs, who pick an unknowing car owner to get their vehicle “overhauled,” then spend a week completely redesigning that person’s old and tired

  • Descriptive Essay On Virginia Beach

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    vacation destinations in the US. Due to this, they have a lot of beach hotels that offer cheap and economical prices, especially during the summer season. Nothing is more enjoyable and relaxing than to swim in the beach. You can go on and enjoy your best holiday without spending a great amount of money. Hence, Virginia Beach is one of the most demanded vacation destinations in the US. Due to this, they have a lot of beach hotels that offer cheap and economical prices, especially during the summer season

  • Penny Marshall Biography

    1366 Words  | 6 Pages

    for other females by creating powerful, nostalgic films that focused on sentimental material. Born in Bronx, New York in October of 1942, Penny Marshall was from the start a “problem child”. Her father made industrial videos and her mother was a dance instructor. Penny’s brother and sister were more successful. Garry Marshall worked as an actor, comedian, producer