Today's 4 PM Dance Break is going old-school. Happy Friday go rock the boat this weekend. We will be back on Monday with all the behind-the-scenes dish from the Vortex Park CD Releases Party.
Friday, February 25, 2011
Wednesday, February 23, 2011
The Story of Cakes, a Dance Diva part 2
Yesterday we introduce dance breakers to Samantha “Cakes Huggins. Backup dancer for R& B group Bell Biv Devoe and Founder and owner of Decatur dance studio Project S.L.I.D.E.
The work that Sam does with Project S.L.I.D.E is truly amazing. She is working with young girls & boys and getting them active, motivated and confident.
Sam is able to bring in guest artist to her studio to do work shop performances. Not many Atlanta Studios can say they have backup dancer for Beyonce in studio working with their kids. Project S.L.I.D.E can and they do it with no bravado. Sam is working hard to give teens a chance to shine.
So what does the future hold for this Renaissance woman? “I would love to dance with Chris Brown, Ciara, Ne-yo and Prince although I might have to have more of an edge to dance with him like dying my hair platinum blonde or something…lol. You see my style of dance is more old-school urban hip-hop.” We think Cakes has plenty of edge and plenty of talent to dance with the best of them. Even as we sat in this interview she would bust out a move or two in the chair. This girl is on fire!
Now for the fun stuff we wanted to know who Cakes is dancing to when not on stage or in class. “Of course anything Michael Jackson related will get me going. I love Chris Browns Deuces. I wore my boy friend out playing Aaliyah’s Rock the boat. My mood changes, so it just depends on how I'm feeling. But I can dance to and love almost anything produced by Timbaland. At the end of the day I just love good music
Finally, we had to know what your favorite BBD song is. “Poison, when we get up on stage and they first notes start playing. You can feel the history and timelessness of the song. The crowd’s excitement and passion for the songs makes me feel like I’m dancing to Thriller. This is the song they came to see, so you better not mess up… lol.”
Thanks to Sam for spending time with the 4 PM Dance break. She truly is a delight and fantastic energy about her. Project S.L.I.D.E has a recital coming up on May 1 on the 2nd stage at the 14th Street playhouse.
Tuesday, February 22, 2011
The Story of Cakes, a Hip-Hop Dance Diva
Everyone has a story, and dancer and diva Samantha "Cakes" Huggins is no different. O.K. maybe a little different.
Sam Huggins has worked in Atlanta's arts and music scene for several years. What you may not know about Sam or "Cakes" as her friends call her is she is one of Atlanta's best kept secret.
Monday through Friday Sam Huggins spends her day working with several arts organizations and come Friday night Sam is, in her words, "Taking off my coat, throwing on my earrings and getting all diva'd out."
Why the superman change? Sam Huggins is a backup dancer for 90's R& B group Bel Biv Devoe. "Most people I work with have no idea what I do. I have sort kept it on the DL."
It all started three years ago when she booked a summer tour with BBD on their Ladies Night tour. The tour included Dru Hill and Keith Sweat. That 3 month tour turned into a three year gig all the while Sam kept her humble life here in Atlanta "I'm blessed to work with such a legendary group. Their music is timeless."
One day your talking with parents about the progress of their children and the next night you popin' and lockin' in Vegas and chillin' with artists like Montell Jordan, Salt & Pepa and Doug E. Fresh
Working with such legendary talent has given Cakes some perspective on the music industry and the fame game. We asked Sam what she thought of all the YouTube sensations that merged recently. "I'm old school. I went to school for dance and I hustled to get to where I am. I'm cool with it as long as their are talented. Like Justin Bieber. I took the kids from my studio to see his movie premiere and I was like this kid is really talented he can play the drums and everything.
Did we forget to mention that on top of working a full time job and doing world-wind U.S. tour on the weekends Samantha "Cakes" Huggins is also founder and owner of Project S.L.I.D.E. ,
S.L.I.D.E stands for Saving Lives in Dance Education. "Dancing kept me out of trouble growing up. Boys would call me and I would tell them. Sorry I can't (go out with you tonight) I'm dancing tonight. You know how it is, a dancer can't be pregnant so if you ruin this it's going to be a problem. So I was extra cautions and determined to stay out of trouble and focused on dance.
The mission of project S.L.I.D.E. is clear, offer professional dance training for today's youth in a safe and nurturing environment. It's for ages 8-17 and is a hip hop based program but will offer a variety of dance styles. Dance will be used as a form of therapy and to inspire today's youth to be better citizens.
With teen crimes and pregnancies being at an all time high let's bring back the days when you were so involved that you didn't have time to be influenced by the negative issues that our teens our faced with today! Our instructors are passionate about dance and teaching, that is why our staff is strategically chosen because the growth, development, and safety of our students is PRIORITY!
Tomorrow's dance break will look more at Project S.L.I.D.E, Sam's thoughts on the future and her favorite dance break.
Sam Huggins has worked in Atlanta's arts and music scene for several years. What you may not know about Sam or "Cakes" as her friends call her is she is one of Atlanta's best kept secret.
Monday through Friday Sam Huggins spends her day working with several arts organizations and come Friday night Sam is, in her words, "Taking off my coat, throwing on my earrings and getting all diva'd out."
Why the superman change? Sam Huggins is a backup dancer for 90's R& B group Bel Biv Devoe. "Most people I work with have no idea what I do. I have sort kept it on the DL."
It all started three years ago when she booked a summer tour with BBD on their Ladies Night tour. The tour included Dru Hill and Keith Sweat. That 3 month tour turned into a three year gig all the while Sam kept her humble life here in Atlanta "I'm blessed to work with such a legendary group. Their music is timeless."
One day your talking with parents about the progress of their children and the next night you popin' and lockin' in Vegas and chillin' with artists like Montell Jordan, Salt & Pepa and Doug E. Fresh
Working with such legendary talent has given Cakes some perspective on the music industry and the fame game. We asked Sam what she thought of all the YouTube sensations that merged recently. "I'm old school. I went to school for dance and I hustled to get to where I am. I'm cool with it as long as their are talented. Like Justin Bieber. I took the kids from my studio to see his movie premiere and I was like this kid is really talented he can play the drums and everything.
Did we forget to mention that on top of working a full time job and doing world-wind U.S. tour on the weekends Samantha "Cakes" Huggins is also founder and owner of Project S.L.I.D.E. ,
S.L.I.D.E stands for Saving Lives in Dance Education. "Dancing kept me out of trouble growing up. Boys would call me and I would tell them. Sorry I can't (go out with you tonight) I'm dancing tonight. You know how it is, a dancer can't be pregnant so if you ruin this it's going to be a problem. So I was extra cautions and determined to stay out of trouble and focused on dance.
The mission of project S.L.I.D.E. is clear, offer professional dance training for today's youth in a safe and nurturing environment. It's for ages 8-17 and is a hip hop based program but will offer a variety of dance styles. Dance will be used as a form of therapy and to inspire today's youth to be better citizens.
With teen crimes and pregnancies being at an all time high let's bring back the days when you were so involved that you didn't have time to be influenced by the negative issues that our teens our faced with today! Our instructors are passionate about dance and teaching, that is why our staff is strategically chosen because the growth, development, and safety of our students is PRIORITY!
Tomorrow's dance break will look more at Project S.L.I.D.E, Sam's thoughts on the future and her favorite dance break.
Monday, February 21, 2011
Britney Spears - Hold It Against Me
We have been grooving to the song for weeks. The video is not my favorite that Britney has done nor is the song to be honest, but both are fun in a cliche sort of way. Till the next big break keep dancing.
Friday, February 18, 2011
Glee Britney/Brittany Me Against The Music Britney/Madonna Singing
Today's Dance Break is from Glee. I have not posted Glee music up for a while, but a conversation on Facebook got me thinking of a good song for my friends over at Theatre in the Square in Marietta, GA.
Theatre in the Square this dance break is for you!
Theatre in the Square this dance break is for you!
Tuesday, February 15, 2011
Janet Jackson Damita Jo
This song just popped into my head today. Maybe it's because she has her interview with Piers Morgan on CNN tonight.
Monday, February 14, 2011
Robin Thicke - Lost Without U
A true romantic, Robin Thicke really got it going on. He had to have learned a thing or two from his dad Alan.
Slow Jamz - Kanye West, Jamie Foxx, Twista
It'would be a day of love with out a good old slow jam or in this case Slow Jamz.
Chris Isaak - Wicked Game (HD:1080p)
Looking for a dance break that will get you wet and sand in all the wrong places. Chris Isask's Wicked Game is just the jam for you Valentines Day.
Damien Rice - Volcano - Official Video
This song is so hot. In honor of the day of love I will be posting some songs that either get you in the mood or just have a sexy sultry feel. Happy VD!
Friday, February 11, 2011
Lady Gaga - Born This Way (Audio)
It's the new Lady Gaga Dance Breakers. It sounds just like Madonna Express Yourself. Still a good song.
Wednesday, February 9, 2011
Tuesday, February 8, 2011
Friday, February 4, 2011
Thursday, February 3, 2011
Wednesday, February 2, 2011
Tuesday, February 1, 2011
The Launch of Back to 1
Hey dance breakers. We are excited to bring you our brand new blog, Back to 1. Let us know what you think.
Enjoy!
http://backto1tvfilms.blogspot.com/
Enjoy!
http://backto1tvfilms.blogspot.com/
Paris (Oo La La) - Grace Potter and the Nocturnals
This is new music for me. So I thought I'd share. Pretty funky song and who doesn't like a woman who can rock out.
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