I just recently learned about this amazing dance break. How I have been so far behind I have no idea. I'm sure the Fox can tell you. What does the fox say? Dance!
Showing posts with label dance. Show all posts
Showing posts with label dance. Show all posts
Tuesday, October 22, 2013
Monday, July 15, 2013
Little Mix - Wings
We are deep in the heart of summer and the world has hit a boiling point. So let's take a deep breath, feel the love, dance and fly.
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, January 17, 2011
King Dream Chorus & Holiday Crew - King Holiday (Original)
In celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King. May your dream live on. Today join hands, celebrate and dance.
Tuesday, January 11, 2011
Britney Spears - Hold It Against Me (New Single)
Hold it Against Me, The Britney Spears single is out. Hopefully you heard it here first on the 4 PM Dance Break.
Thursday, November 18, 2010
4 PM Dance Break on Facebook
Hey everyone! The 4 O'clock Dance Break has a Facebook page too. You can see even more fun dance videos and find out what's going on in Atlanta and around the world. Visit us at 4PMdancebreak. In the mean time keep on dancing, it's good for the heart mind and soul!
Thursday, November 11, 2010
BLOOM by gloATL
gloATL is an amazing troup that takes art to the people. If your ever out and about in Atlanta you may just come across a gloATL performance. They have performed at Lenox Mall, The Woodruff Arts Centre and many other venues across Atlanta. Learn more about gloATL at www.gloatl.com/
Getting to Know Stephen Loch
Here is a Dancer who just moves me. Graceful, Grateful and an all around swell guy. Get to know Stephen Loch from Brooks and Cmpany at the 4 O'clock Dance Break. Learn more about Brooks and Company at www.brooksandcompanydance.org
CORE Performance Company in Polly Motley's Charmed Romantics
Living in Atlanta we have art all around us. Today I thought I would highlight some of the great dance companies here in Atlanta. This clip is from a group in Decatur, GA. If you want to learn more about this amazing troup visit www.coredance.org
Wednesday, November 3, 2010
Whitney Houston - I wanna Dance with Somebody
Going back to the 80's, Whitney's hey day. We all just somebody to dance with. So for the 4 PM Dance Break grab a partner and dance. They'll thank you for it.
Mary J Blige - Just Fine
This is one of those 4 PM Dance Breaks you just can't help but move to. On a cold rainy day like this get up and dance.
Friday, October 29, 2010
Carrie Underwood - Undo it!
So clearly I'm feeling a bit of a country pull today. Hey country, rap, rock, house, jazz it don't matter just dance. Have a great 4 PM Dance Break.
Katy Perry - Fireworks
The Next Big Break from Katy Perry. The video is pretty great. It's 4 PM so dance!
Thursday, October 21, 2010
Jill Scott - Golden
The 4 O'clock Dance Break has been a great way for me to express myself through music and dance. It allows the true me to shine. When the dance break comes on I don't care who is around or what is happening, I have to dance. It's my joy and I am blessed to share my joy with you. Live a golden life. Share your joy and dance!
Blue Six - Love Yourself
Sometimes music just finds you. Your in the right place at the right time and a song speaks to your very essence. This 4 PM Dance break did just that. Love yourself and dance!
Lisa Shaw - All night high
This 4 O'clock Dance Break is another Naked Music Artist, Lisa Shaw. The power of music and dance is amazing. When you hear a new song I hope you listen to the words too. The beats give music power, the lyrics give it life. Give life, be life, dance!
Wednesday, October 20, 2010
Aquanote - Nowhere (2002)
The 4 PM dance Break come from a great album called The Pearl by Aquanote, the song is called No Where. "My love is going no where with out you." When your lost and feel like you are no where in your life and love just remember your are not no where, you are now here. Feel your soul and dance.
Miguel Migs-Mesmerized
Today's 4 PM dance break block is going to have you moving to the funky beats of some chill house music. There is a whole world of music that can help inspire and heal us. Find your own beat and dance.
Tiesto feat. BT - Break My Fall
This 4 PM Dance Break is inspired by my travels through the pacific northwest. My tour partner had just come from spending several months in Costa Rica and introduced me to Tiesto. An open heart and mind lead to freedom of movement. Let go and dance, don't worry we are here to break your fall.
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