Boom Box Dancers. For the dancers Born from a "Boombox" (B.F.A.B)

Where local dancers connect with dancers. Inviting all types: hip-hop, jazz, street, break, club, go-go, reggeaton, salsa, ballet, country, modern and between. Find dance themed events, fundraisers, talk dance headlines, news & music, find dancing gigs, learn dance moves, find dance lessons, join dance teams! Connect with dancers who are as passionate about the sport as you are! To inquire or compete, email us at boomboxdancers.blospot.com! ( A Southern California based site )

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This blog is for the "B.F.A.B." dancer; the dancer BORN FROM A BOOMBOX. The dancers who move to the beat of their own heart at best their ability. The dancers whose bodies can't help themselves from reacting to the music. From the crypt to the moon walkers, from ballet to street. We invite dancers of all ages and level's. Moderate, beginners, intermediate, experts, and the ones beyond our imagination. Join in, blog, comment, post and share your opinion's about the beautiful art which we call dance! Photo compliments of Culture Shock San Diego, Graffiti Life, 2009. photo credit: Chris Keeney Photography

Wednesday, April 27, 2011

San Diego UNITED's 1 Year Anniversary - The Showcase

Saturday, April 30 · 5:00pm - 8:00pm

San Diego UNITED Training Center
7698 Miramar Road
San Diego, CA

Join us for a celebration of movement, a celebration of performance, a truly epic collaborative event. Join us as we bring together athletes from gymnastics, parkour, aerial, break dancing, cheer and tricking community for a night of performance and fun. In celebration of SD UNITED's 1 year anniversary.

Monday, April 18, 2011

SAN DIEGO'S # 1 DANCE STUDIO "CULTURE SHOCK" HOSTS EVOLUTION!!!

Culture Shock will have its Shock 101: Evolution show this week!
Don't miss the troupe's amazing all-Shock show. Get your tickets now, since last year's performance sold out! Tickets are available for pre-sale at the Culture Shock Dance Center. Or buy them online at tickets.lfjcc.org.

Friday, April 22, 7pm
Saturday, April 23, 2pm and 7pm
tickets: $20 | matinee $15

Thursday, April 14, 2011

'The Dance Scene' Shows 'Music Still Matters,' Laurieann Gibson Says

Laurieann Gibson debuted her new E! reality show, "The Dance Scene," on Sunday night, and the premiere was an inside look at what it's like to be one of the most sought-after choreographers in the game.

Gibson — who is also Lady Gaga's creative director — is seen working with A-listers Katy Perry and Sugarland's Jennifer Nettles as they prepare for VH1's "Divas Live" in the first episode.

Before her E! show, Gibson had made appearances on reality shows like "So You Think You Can Dance," MTV's "Making the Band" and "Skating With the Stars." When MTV News caught up with her, Gibson said she was drawn to the idea of having her own reality show because she wanted fans to see that there's still real artistry in pop music.

"I think it's the only reason why I did the show, was because after being in the music industry for so long and loving music and wanting real artists and real talent to take the forefront as opposed to a premeditated idea of what an artist is based on — a corporate mind-set or a person — that a piece of music or a piece of dance is birthed out of your belly," she explained.

"I want the music to get back into the hands of the people. I wanted them to know that if they watch the show and they see me doubt or fear or fight through adversity or some dream-slayer and they can watch and be inspired that they can make it," Gibson added. "The music still matters, that the dance still matters, that the gift still matters."

The show goes deep into Gibson's life and follows her crew of dancers and choreographers, all of whom work from her Boom Kack studios. The dance maven is known for her tough approach, and she thinks the show, which is executive-produced by

Ryan Seacrest, will show another side of Gaga's trusted right-hand lady.
"I think they're gonna be surprised to know the truth to how I've gotten where I've gotten and what I've been through," Gibson told us. "Because I seem so tough and I am so tough [but] they're going to see another side of me. I'm still a little girl."

What do you think of Laurieann's new E! show? Tell us in the comments!

Monday, April 11, 2011

Break Yo Self 3 less than a month away!!!!!!

Start stretching and getting those hammy's tight because 'break yo self 3' is less than a month away!! This will have been the 3rd ultimate San Diego break dance event, and we have more coming from here out. The next one will be held aturday May 7th, and this time dancers will be poplin' more than ever before, as we have some of the best break dancers from around the state coming to show the latest new moves.

The exciting event will be held at Queen Bee's in North Park, San Diego. Featuring judges Nick (Bang uh rang), Eddie Styles ( from Rock so Fresh) and Freakaziod ( from the infamous Rebel Alliance dance group). The headline Dj CPS Diablo will be spinning beats around the clock, and there will be a LIVE performance by Robbi Gerard. So you don't want to miss this comp!

And like any other Break to Benefit, Red Bulls will be handed out for free all night long to get dancers pumped and physically prepared for the comp! Admission is $10 ( goes to charity) as this time we will be giving out trophies to the exceptional bread winners! Good luck dancers, break a leg! ( well not literally).

Break Yo- Self 3
Saturday May 7th
3-9pm
Queen Bee's 3925 Ohio Street
North Park, Ca.

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GET YOUR DANCE ON AT "DIRTY MONDAY" SALOON ENCINITAS!

One of north county's little secrets is found on Monday nights at the Saloon in Encinitas. The miraculous and always sexy Dj Gabe Vega drops music by artist such as Crystal Castles, Passion Pit, and Santigold, keeping things flowing, and bodies moving. Interestingly dubbed "Dirty Monday", it's one of my favorite places to sit back, enjoy the show and do a little two step! I came to the conclusion that the name came along because of the dirty guys who gather here. Long greasy hair, cheap knit beanies, and lots of leather can be found on these boys. And for some reason, the ladies love 'em (even when they're buying the guys their drinks)!

FLUXX SD WINS NATIONAL TITLE: "NEW CLUB OF THE YEAR"!!!!

FLUXX SD can now add the "New Club of the Year" award onto their mantle of remarkable achievements. The downtown San Diego night club beat out nearly 150 impressive new club venues from through out the country in places such as New York, Miami, & LA for the baddest title in nightlife: "NEW CLUB OF THE YEAR" for 2011. According to Nightclub & Bar. com ( The Best in Bar Management ) San Diego has got the "mack daddy of them all". It couldn't be a better time to be a San Diego resident, as apparently the hottest night club in the U.S. is in our own back yard!! To be honest though, it's no surprise club FLUXX won the prestigious award, as with every weekend of every month club director's continue to deliver outstanding performances that make every visit to FLUXX unforgettable! From the headline DJ's, the incredibly talented live musicians, the stage lights, bottle service, drinks, to the dancers, this venue has the award in the bag! A source close to the club, told Boom Box the FLUXX dancers specifically spend nearly 5-8 hours a week rehearsing dance routines, so they can perform at their best ability for the floor audience. And OMG they never miss a beat! For those of you who haven't been to FLUXX ( which the only reason should be because you have been sitting under a rock) the dance numbers for these stage performers aren't your average "Go Go pop lock and dropping dance move". Being a dancer at FLUXX require's, strength , agility & balance as the majority of the girls performances are trapeze inspired entertainment. You will often see dancers swinging and dancing on roped poles hung from as high as 25feet off the ground. Not only are the girls, talented but extremely attractive too! They make the Pussy Cat Dolls look like the Spice Girls on training wheels! So mad props to the dancers at FLUXX, they are a huge influence that separates the San Diego night club experience from any other! To schedule a bottle service appointment for your next party or get information about upcoming DJ or music performances please visit: fluxxsd.com or call 619.232.8100 for more information.

Wiz Khalifa’s “Black And Yellow (G-Mix) has us dancing for the Steelers! featuring T-Pain & Snoop.

Even if we weren’t in the throes of football season, we’d be all abuzz about “Black and Yellow,” Pittsburgh-bred rapper Wiz Khalifa’s ode to his hometown Steelers. Now the all-star team assembled for the song’s official “G-mix” (Snoop Doog, Three 6 Mafia’s Juicy J, and T-Pain) is back for the video. It’s a big departure from the original — instead of the raw, personal look at his Pittsburgh neighborhood, we’re offered a stream of items (a Lamborghini, a Christmas tree) in Wiz’s two favorite colors. CLICK HERE TO WATCH THE REMIX VIDEO!

Encinitas Ca, DST BAR & GRILL is now open for DANCING

Encinitas Ca, hallau-fn-luya their is a God! Dst Bar & Grill of downtown Encinitas is back in business, meaning they can now burn that ridiculous and uncomfortable front door sign that reads, "No Dancing Allowed". The established beach town hotspot got their dancing license back in October, getting everything back and running in December of last year. Since then customers of the bar have been throwing back drinks and two steps to the beats of satellite radio installed in the restaurants sounds system. However, Saturday January 22 that's going to changed when Dst welcomes back Dj's to play for an open dance floor. The eventful night will be headlined by none other than DJ FishFonic's. Word has it the Saturday night gig could be extended to the Encinitas Dj indefinitely. "I couldn't think of a more deserving Dj than Erik Fish considering he has been spinning in Encinitas for years now, and ever since has left quite an impression." stated an Encinitas bar hopper. Many Encinitas local's, such as Miss Encinitas herself ( creator of boomboxdancers, Tania Milberg ) became very emotional when she received the good news. " I called everyone. My friends, my parent's, aunts, uncles, cousins, everyone!" stated the former beauty contestant. So grab your high tops and most comfortable pair of dance pumps ladies because the tables are turning out and away for the dance floor here to stay! ARE YOU EXCITED DST HAS DANCING ONCE AGAIN? WE WOULD LOVE TO KNOW YOUR THOUGHTS!

MIRROR ON THE WALL, WHO'S THE BETTER DANCER OF THEM ALL?

Who dances in front of the mirror anymore? Is it just me or does it seem like the 'you can only do alone with the door locked hobby' is dying out? I hope not! After all isn't dancing in the mirror the best way to rehearse our dance moves. I love dancing in the mirror, it's a great hobby, I highly recommend it! Last night I stayed up surfing through youtube videos of people dancing in front of there mirror at home. I saw all kinds of moves being busted. Some good, some bad, and some very POW POW POW, if you know what I mean. I saw girls with train & cabooses doing the "DUN DUN DUN DUNNN!" I thought my computer screen was going to explode. Along the top notch pop lock and dropping, I encountered some internet crypt walking, gypsy belly dancing while other's clearly came back from watching Black Swan as their toes stayed more pointed than the needle nose of my next door neighbor. Some danced in booty shorts & braw's while other's danced in sweatpants and t-shirts. Regardless of what they were wearing, watching them get down was quite the entertainment. Here are a few of the links to the videos of people dancing in the mirror that got my attention! COPY & PASTE THE URL TO VIEW WHO WE THOUGHT WERE THE BEST AT HOME DANCERS ON YOUTUBE. PLUS WATCH YOURS TRULY BREAK IT DOWN!! 1) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d3-BYEJLvMs 2) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7jO_0gM6TDI&feature=related 3) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dCJ3OVcfIZs&feature=related

GONE WITH THE BOOTS, GONE WITH THE "Go-Go"

Is it just me or is the term "Go Go Dancer" played out. To me it carry's an old school jute box, dancing on a pole ring to it wouldn't you say?! I mean come on, the title sounds so 1960's, as it was originally given to entertainers of that time who were employed to entertain crowds at a discotheque. That's DISCO-TECH, if it appeared nearly as confusing to you as it did me. OK, I think it's time we give the profession a more hip and sexy title, I mean come on its not like we're in peppermint lounge's doing "the twist". Go Go dancers most certainly don't wear those clunky platform Go Go BOOTS anymore. I say, gone with the Go Go Boots, and gone with the Go Go! According to Webster's Dictionary, Go Go Dancer" means "Dancer of the Devil". Wow no that's a title! To be honest I was surprised Webster even found the time to define what it means to be 'GoGo'. Other sources refer 'Go Go' as night club dancer of abundance, galore. Ha, now that's more like it! It derives from the phrase "go-go-go" for a high-energy person, which in turn is derived from the ancient French word la gogue for "joy, happiness" Here are few of the dancing professions who's title's have slightly changed over the years: The "Street Dancer" is now called none other than the " Break Dancer". The "Moonwalker" is now formally known as the "Electric Slider". And a "Two Stepper" is now called a "Crypt Walker" I mean hey, even strippers got new more appropriate titles specific to what their tasks entail; either "Nude Dancer" or "Top Less Dancers". So after some serious brainstorming here are the following titles I believe are best as the new name for a "Go Go Dancer" : 1) night club dancer 2) booty dancer 3) joy dancer 4) coyote dancer ( that one was inspired by Coyote Ugly the movie) 5) body dancer 7) step dancer 8) performance dancer 9) hey even "cage" dancer is fine by me! Anything but GO GO pleeeeaaaazzzee! WHAT DO YOU THINK WOULD MAKE GOOD NAME TO REPLACE THE "GO GO" IN GO GO DANCER?

The Fist Pump

Don't get caught lookin' like a wannabe on the dance floor. You gotta learn the fist pump (aka The Guido Punch and The Guido Pump). All you gotta do is clench your fist, flex your arm and bring your fist toward your shoulder. Then extend the fist away from your body in a punching fashion in different angles. Keep repeating. You get extra points if you get your other Guido buds to form a circle and pound it out on the floor to the techno sounds while you "beat up the beat." Then rise to join your Guidette. What your feet are doing isn't as important as the fist pump. And if you can grind on a Guidette while performing the fist pump in time to the music, you're a master.

Top 10 Dance Movie's of all Time

1) "West Side Story" (1961) This movie musical revolutionized dancing onscreen, under the expert hand of Jerome Robbins 2) "Saturday Night Fever" (1977) The Bee Gees and John Travolta took disco dancing to a whole other level in this classic dance movie. That, and white leisure suits. 3) "Flashdance" (1983) Jennifer Beals is the “Maniac” who gave torn sweatshirts a whole new meaning in this great dance flick. An exotic dancer who wants to get into ballet school, hot! 4) "Footloose" (1984) Kevin Bacon plays the city boy who comes to a small town where rock music and dancing have been banned — and gets them to boogie in the streets. An ’80s dance staple! 5) "Dirty Dancing" (1987) Nobody puts Baby in a corner!” Spending the summer learning a thing or two about dirty dancing with the resort’s dashing dancing teacher. (Patrick Swayze) You don't have to ask me twice! 6) "Save the Last Dance" (2001) A small-town girl (Julia Stiles), who wants to be a ballerina, moves to Chicago and learns some new dance steps from the streets! 7) "Chicago" (2002) Bob Fosse’s choreography at its best! And who knew the Oscar-winning Catherine Zeta-Jones was such a fabulous dancer! 8) "Step Up" (2006) Sexy Channing Tatum and Jenna Dewan steam it up on the dance floor in the original “Step Up,” as mismatched partners, who turn a traditional dance school on its ear. 9) "Stomp the Yard" (2007) After the death of his brother, an expert street dancer (Columbus Short) goes to Georgia to attend Truth University — and learns to stomp! 10) "Step Up 3" (2010) A tight-knit group of New York City street dancers, team up with NYU freshman Moose, and find themselves pitted against the world's best hip hop dancers in 3-D! Every dance movie from here our should be directed in 3-D.

Be careful, I might taunt you with my dancing!

OK, since the beginning of time, even cave men danced. I can't imagine a more original way for a person to express excitement than with a dance or two- step celebration. It's a universal language that for the most part all culture's accept and understand. Especially in the world of sports, because it's athletes that are the next best dancers of the world because their agility, balance & flexibility. Which why we don't understand why football will no longer permit endzone touchdown line dance's. In American football, where it's most common recognized, they refer to it as 'touchdown celebrations'. In 2006 the NFL, in an effort to cut down on celebrations, amended its rules to include an automatic 15 yard penalty against any player who leaves his feet or uses a prop, like a towel, or more specifically the football. The penalty is called as "excessive celebration". Taunting and extreme celebration are both offenses in the NFL as a result, gaudy displays are often frowned upon. If the league views the act as highly offensive, large fines and even suspensions can be issued. However simply spiking the call is not considered "excessive celebration". Jumping onto the outer wall to accept contact from fans, such as a leap is also not considered such, as it is off the field of play. WHAT ARE YOUR THOUGHT ON THIS RULE? WE WANT TO KNOW

Words from the Creator, Tania Milberg

" Lets face it, dancing makes our body do things we never imagined were possible. And unless you are like me, the only dancing being done is in clubs or at a local pub to the beat of what the jute box plays, which is often out of our control and not always the most fun to dance too. I created this blog so that I could get in touch with dancers and together we could blog everything dance: music, culture, steps and how it makes us feel within our bodies. I want to relate with other dancers who feel as passionate about the culture of dance as I do. I hope to collaborate with all kinds of dancers moderate, beginners, intermediate, experts, and the ones beyond my imagination about styles and form. I love music suggestions. Suggestions is KEY to the success of this blog. Although this site is engineered by me, it was made to be powered by you, the sculptor. Together we can shape this blog into a dance directory with your questions, comments, and suggestions, and opinion! Let's create a platform where dancers can embrace today's beautiful and addicting culture of dance. Yours truly, Milly " (Tania Milberg, Founder)

B.F.A.B.

We have a huge emphasis on ALL forms of dance and music. From hip hop, club, pop, and jazz to modern, ballet, and dancing to the oldies. Our playlist's include artists such as Lil Wayne, Pit Bull, Madonna, Lady Gaga, Britney Spears, Black Eye Peas to contrasting artist such as The Rapture, Block Party, Deadmus, Kings of Leon, Florence the Machine, ect. However here at boomboxdancers.blogspot we encourage YOU create the playlist! You create the dance moves! We invite all kinds of music & dance suggestions. Suggestions is KEY to the success for this site. It's made for you, and to be ultimately powered and shaped by you with the help of your questions, comments, and suggestions, and new dance moves!