Spotlight : Mixstyle/Freestyle Battles

Here is a damn entertaining dance battle that really brings out the fun and the real dance. Sometimes in battles we are so caught up trying to win but this is really a let your hair down event. Enjoy the vid :)






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Lime's Dance Competition + K.O. Night Semifinals

Hey everyone.

I'm here to drop some info on this competition (because I have the flyer with me right now):

"LIME'S FUNKMEISTER DANCE CHALLENGE '08"

Organised by Lime Magazine

There will be 2 categories:
Solo / Duo & Group

Prizes for Solo / Duo Cat:
1st: $1,000 cash
2nd: $500 cash
3rd: $300 cash

Prizes for Group Cat:
1st: $2,000 cash
2nd: $1,200 cash
3rd: $600 cash

Special Prizes:
"Most energetic dance group": $300 cash + $100 Cadbury goodie bag

Event Dates are:
Auditions: 8 & 9 August (O School)
Semi-finals: 16 & 17 August (Bugis Junction - Bugis Square, Level 1)
Finals: 23 August (Bugis Junction - Bugis Square, Level 1)

Closing date for registration is 6th August.
"This contest is open to all residing in Singapore, regardless of nationality, aged 16-28.
For enquiries, call 6483-8403 or email dance@lime.com.sg
Registration Fee: $10"

I'm reading the rules and some of the prominent ones are:
- "Type of dance: Hip-hop"
- "Each contestant is allowed to participate in only one category, i.e. either Solo & Duo or Group"
- "A minimum of 3 members and maximum of 6 members per team for Group"
- "Each act is required to showcase not more than 4 mins of dance performance to music of their choice without explicit contents"
- "The dance routine must not have won in any contests before."

And that wraps up my entry on Lime Magazine's dance competition.

On to the K.O. Night Semi-finals.
If you dont already know, the semi finals will be held on 16th August (Saturday), 7:00pm @ SMU Arts & Cultural Centre.

Entry is free but the seating capacity is only at 280, so first-come first-served.

See you there, whichever event you're planning to go.
(just a side note, if you're wondering, Lime's event on the 16th is held in the afternoon so there's time for you to make it for K.O. Night Semis, haha)

SGD goes Korea

Heyya to all SGD readers,

We've been a little busy recently. Just back from China. Updates on this coming up soon.
In any case, here's an interview from Korea from Mr Big of Ghost of soul crew, credits to Chris for the link up and Sue-Ann for the interview and translations.


So... How long have you been dancing?
I’ve been dancing for 10 years in total, 6 years as an amateur, and 4 years professionally.


Why did you decide to start dancing?
When I thought of what I wanted to do with my life, I wanted to choose something that I was good at and something I enjoyed doing, that’s why I chose dance.

What is your favorite style of dance to watch?
From an audience point of view, I enjoy watching house, b-boying and locking because they are very fun styles to watch. Tap and swing dance as well.


5. Why did you chose wacking?
I started off as a hip hop dancer, and first came into contact with the wacking style when I went to Osaka in 2005 to learn dance. In 2006, together with the ‘Ghost of Soul’ crew, we studied and practiced the style.

6. Why do you like dancing so much?
I see dance as a form of communication, it’s like how people enjoy interacting with each other through having a good verbal conversation, I enjoy interacting with others through dance.

7. Why do you teach dancing?
It is a chance for me to pass on the knowledge I have to the younger generation of dancers, and I hope that through learning this style from me, they are able to incorporate this along with other styles they learn to come up with new styles of dance.

8. Who is your favorite dancer/inspiration?
My favourite dancers are my fellow crew members from Ghost of Soul, and I am inspired by Tyrone, Marty and Ducky, amongst many others.



9. What is the dance culture like in Korea?
I think compared to other countries, the dance scene in Korea developed a lot faster. The problem in Korea is that even though we have extremely talented dancers, the audience is still very immature and they are unable to appreciate the amazing dancers we have. Also, because people do not think that dance is an important profession, the older generation does not support their children becoming dancers as they won’t be able to earn a proper living by being a dancer. I think for the dance culture to improve, the general public should learn how to appreciate dance because we already have very good dancers whose talent is often under appreciated.

10. What is your philosophy on dancing?
Challenge and perseverance. Always challenge yourself, and keep working at getting better. Practice and work hard until you get where you wanna be, and then challenge yourself to new heights

Link to his videos: http://kr.youtube.com/watch?v=WwdjcQUGOCA&feature=related

P/S : As some of you might have known, we hope to be able to do our interviews in the video format to make it more interactive for our readers. Feedback is welcomed. Please feel free to contact us if you do have an interest to help us @ SGD in one way or another.

Marzipan, Food For Thought : The Global Playground

Hello all, just a simple post.


Where do you dance?

On the streets? In the studios? At home?

I believe the street dancing culture in Singapore is fast coming up. Share with us your favourite dance spots and lets build this thing!

Leave your comments :)



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