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WE ARE THE WORLD remake

StyleStation | Feb 01, 2010 | there are 0 comments 0
Lionel Richie

Lionel Richie

It`s happening.
WE ARE THE WORLD, the 1985 USA for Africa charity song sensation that was originally co-written by Michael Jackson and Lionel Richie, is being remade today as an all star tribute rasing money for Haiti relief.

The list of participants is extensive and includes Eminem, Jay-Z, Bono, Usher, Lady GaGa, Jason Mraz, Akon, Jennifer Hudson, Carlos Santana, MJ guitarist Orianthi, Fergie, Justin Timberlake, Celine Dion and more.

Lionel Richie and Quincy Jones are heading up this venture and we wish them all the best. What a star studded occasion to raise money for such a worthy cause.

Martine x

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tags Ballet, Jazz, Hip Hop, Tap, Modern, Broadway, Ballroom, Teacher, Enthusiast, Parent, Retailer, Studio, Competitions & Conventions, Performance, Summer Study, Haiti, music, pop, raise money (all tags)

THE NEXT STEP

StyleStation | Jan 05, 2010 | there are 0 comments 0

Where can you see a group of athletic, strong, flexible, suited up guys sweating it out as they fuse hip hop, tap, live rhymes and smooth vocals?

Well clear your calendars and book in to see THE NEXT STEP when they come to your town.

In tailored suits n` sneaks they crank out authentic rap and cool lyrics, breaking and acro, street jazz and sweet tunes. They are the Robin Thicke of street dance!

The brainchild of Jason Lewis, this concept began in 2003 in his parents` garage. As time went on, Jason hooked up with music producer, Mike Darcy, rapper Adam Katz and lyricist, vocalist, Carlos Velasquez. Instilling leading musicians and younger brother tap sensation, Kris Lewis to the pack, The Next Step self titled original album, live shows and music videos were born.

I witnessed The Next Step`s slick merger of live music and dance directed by international Tap Dogs legend, Dein Perry at Luna Park. They lit fires with their dynamo energy and attack. The live show is oh so creatively designed with scaffold rostrums that move and spin to build a unique stage set for each track. The tempo ebbed and flowed from upbeat hip hop tracks to sexy ballads as each genre was profiled. All the while, the crowd were chanting and screaming!

Their stylized videos are flashy and earnestly lure the viewer in. Their live biography includes performing with Sir Elton John and being showcased on MTV. TNS even have a feature film in the works. You`ve got to applaud the virtuoso performer entrepreneurialism of Mr. Lewis and his industrious posse.

Humbly receiving standing ovations and embarking on international bookings, The Next Step are definitely worth watching out for. They`re coming at ya, hard and strong! Check them out at www.thenextsteponline.com and be sure to view their vids.

Bring on more wonderful talent in 2010,
Martine

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tags Ballet, Jazz, Hip Hop, Tap, Modern, Broadway, Ballroom, Teacher, Enthusiast, Parent, Retailer, Studio, Competitions & Conventions, Performance, Summer Study, RnB, funk, pop, soul, street dance (all tags)

THE NEXT STEP

StyleStation | Jan 04, 2010 | there are 0 comments 0

Where can you see a group of athletic, strong, flexible, suited up guys sweating it out as they fuse hip hop, tap, live rhymes and smooth vocals?

Well clear your calendars and book in to see THE NEXT STEP when they come to your town.

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tags Ballet, Jazz, Hip Hop, Tap, Modern, Broadway, Ballroom, Teacher, Enthusiast, Parent, Retailer, Studio, Competitions & Conventions, Performance, Summer Study, RnB, funk, pop, soul, street dance (all tags)

IT'S BRITNEY B#@*H! Fans walk out on her world tour

StyleStation | Nov 19, 2009 | there are 0 comments 0

Britney's CIRCUS continues around the world but gathers some disappointing press.
Absolutely trashed by fans and media alike for not singing throughout her concert, her lip-synching has caused uproar for ticket holders who paid to hear her live and has fans walking out! Brit and camp claim that her show is too vigorous with all of the dance involved. I went along to see what the fuss is all about.

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tags Ballet, Jazz, Hip Hop, Tap, Modern, Broadway, Ballroom, Teacher, Enthusiast, Parent, Retailer, Studio, Competitions & Conventions, Performance, Summer Study, pop (all tags)

BEYONCE' this week in AUSTRALIA

StyleStation | Sep 23, 2009 | there are 1 comments 1

She is one of the industry's most polished performers. She has serenaded the President and the First Lady. She has won and performed at countless award ceremonies, sells out concerts, is married the best rapper of our time, is a shrewd business woman, has her own fragrance and clothing lines, takes on iconic acting roles and has Oprah standing to her feet in adoration.

She is SASHA FIERCE, She is BEYONCE'

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tags Ballet, Jazz, Hip Hop, Tap, Modern, Broadway, Ballroom, Teacher, Enthusiast, Parent, Retailer, Studio, Competitions & Conventions, Performance, Summer Study, pop (all tags)

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