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Sydney Street Stylin' - 7 bboys, a bgirl and 2 trickers

April 14th 2008 14:07
Cibby threw up a nice post yesterday about a short video I sent him that my boyfriend made with 7 bboys, a bgirl and 2 trickers. I want to give this video as much exposure as I can because I really love it and not because i'm biased either - see for yourself. It sends chills down my spine each time I watch it, the music is fitting and adds to a "film noir"-type mood. It highlights the best that Sydney has to offer both in local artistic and physical talent; the classic backdrop is shown in a beautiful, different light to what you'd normally see during the busy city days and the slovenly nightlife.


sydney street stylin bboy breakdancers bgirl trickers flips corkscrew skb sydney australia


For a moment it doesn't feel like Sydney, but an older, distant place in Europe. Far from the usual picturesque postcards of Bondi Beach, koalas or the Sydney Opera House, the dim glow of the view from the street level is reminiscent of the lifestyles of the same street dancers and trickers in the video - our underground community. Some struggle for recognition and respect from the broader community, others becoming nonchalant after trying for so long.

Enjoy, and show some love

On another note, directly after the end scene in this video, a man was hit by a Lexus at the intersection before the traffic lights turned green. He flipped into the air and landed smack on the pavement, blood gushing out of his head. A rush of pedestrians who witnessed the accident ran to his assistance and to the car that hit him, carrying a bunch of guys wanting to show off after seeing all the filming going on. They were screaming at the people in the car, "DON'T MOVE!!! STAY THERE! WE'RE CALLING THE POLICE!!!" I think the guy who got hit survived, although we're not sure. I hope he is ok, and if he finds this post, please email or comment to let us know you're ok.


Sydney Street Stylin'
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Australian Bboy Championships 2007 Trailer

September 4th 2007 08:54
2007 australian bboy championships trailer
SKB playing around


This is more along the fun moments of the 2007 Australia Bboy Championships that were held in Melbourne in August. SKB, the winners, dominate this video with their fun and crap. Read my review of the event HERE.

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SKB are 2007 Australian Bboy Champions

August 13th 2007 13:40
I'm sorry I haven't posted in a while. I've done more apologising on my other blog. The highlight of my last few weeks was trekkjing down south and enduring the cold Melbourne weather, fighting off turtle-necked dawdlers on my way to the Melbourne Music Academy to watch my boys SKB win the 2007 Australian Bboy Championships.

Let me tell you something that people, whether they're in the bboy scene in Australia or not, may or may not realise, but these guys have been around as a crew for 8 years or so, without having won a national competition after all those years. Until last weekend.

It's not that they're not good - they're awesome. As a crew they're tight, they're solid, probably moreso than any other in Australia because they've stuck together for so long and are bestfriends above all else. Not to mention their youngest member is only 15 years old. What was so evident with some other crews was that they were more like a bunch of individuals put together to battle. And I think that's what influenced the judges' decision. It was a real anti-climax, when announcing the winners, and if the footage gets bootlegged and posted on Youtube, I'll post it to show you what I mean.

These guys have always been the underdogs. A group of Filipino guys from the outer western suburbs of Sydney who are so laid-back they were never really taken seriously in the scene.

SKB Street Kulture Breakers
SKB (Street Kulture Breakers) from Sydney, Winners of the 2007 Australian Bboy Championships

Anyways, the battles were all hype, it's about time these guys got a trophy and the after party at the hostel where all the Sydney bboys were staying at, was one of the best gatherings I've been to. From playing gladiator handstands to worm races and bboy charades, these guys are damn entertaining. I don't get why their girlfriends get bored hanging out with them...

Here's a summary of the trip in pictures:

Aus Bboy Championships Melbourne Music Academy
Melbourne Music Academy is packed out with bboys, bgirls and supporters

Taz Bboy Stance
This shot is fresh - Chillin' in his bboy stance is Taz (Hybrid Formz, Bankstown, NSW)

SKB Anarchy Tribe
Winners SKB (NSW) with finalists Anarchy Tribe (Melb) and judge Legacy (USA)

SKB Aus Bboy champions 2007
The 5 man team from SKB (Luke, Lowe, Jojo, Don and Ronnel)

Handstand Gladiator
Back at the hostel partying, with a handstand gladiator competition...

Worm Race
... then the Worm Race (which ended in tears)...

Undie Run Melbourne
...followed by an undie run to show Melbourne what Sydney's made out of

Represent SKB
Congratulations SKB!


Check these guys out at their official page, www.skb.au.com (no its not a typo!)

Props to the organisers Ray Ray, Lama and Scotty Doo for holding such a dope event.
Also special thanks to Mr Pauler for letting me use his photos.


Mr Pauler
Thanks Mr Pauler!

The only footage up is of the judges' showcase which was DAMN mind-blowing. Flea Rock and Legacy who happened to be Down Under for Gwen Stefani's tour took time out of their busy ass schedules, and almost got fired from the tour to come down and judge the event. Major props to them.


Oh and no battles as of yet, but here's the semi-finals from the NSW eliminator which was said to be the most heated battle:

Hybrid Formz vs. SKB

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KRS ONE & Marley Marl - Hip Hop Lives - CD Review

July 6th 2007 01:09
krs one marley marl hip hop lives review

If you haven't copped this album or heard the track "Hip Hop Lives (I Come Back)" from these two great Hip Hop philosophers, then check it.

"Hip means to know
It's a form of intelligence
To be hip is to be up-date and relevant
Hop is a form of movement
You can't just observe a hop
You got to hop up and do it
Hip and Hop is more than music
Hip is the knowledge
Hop is the movement
Hip and Hop is intelligent movement"



I thought I'd add in Cibby's review of the album:

Hip Hop Lives is the album that fans have been eagerly awaiting for 20 years now… it marks the end of one of the earliest hip hop beefs around, between KRS-One and Marley Marl. Critics were sniffing out the potential of this album back in the day, but, now, in 2007, Marl and The Teacha have finally let old habits die and collaborated.

It’s a response, apparently, to Nas’ album, Hip Hop is Dead, and several tracks on the album suggest that KRS-One wants to push it back to the good spot. The G-Thang Spot, if you will.

But I felt that this album is a more paternalistic record from these two… KRS-One lays it down in ‘I Was There’, essentially pointing out to all the young rappers out there, fronting and perpetrating, that him and Marley Marl were getting it all started, back in the day.

And on that note, it feels a little too preachy at times… KRS never fails to shine on mic, with that deep, monstrous voice, and rhymes that feel so established that it’s like they’ve been extracted from some ancient Nubian texts. While he may have the credentials to lecture us to death, is that what you really want to listen to?

Eh, I can forgive a little bit of angry-father from The Teacha to get a head full of those Marley beats… reminds me of that old Juice Crew stuff, with a darker, more ominous tone. It’s all good, though, and, thankfully, the skits are kept down to an absolute minimum, and are easily skipped on the CD.

It took a long time for the feud to be settled, but KRS and Marl have finally put out this album… years too late, several pounds too far, and at a time when them young kids in the club are going ‘KRS-Who?’… nonetheless, it’s an album that deserves praise for its sheer craftsmanship, like watching a old, gnarled carpenter making a beautiful chair out of maple.

Rating: 3.5 out of 5 stars
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Planet Bboy Review

June 20th 2007 07:34
Planet BBoy Sydney Film Festival
Planet Bboy - inspiring and insightful



Tuesday night, 19th June 2007. George St Cinemas, Sydney.

My b-boyfriend had raved on about this film and watched it a second time with me, spoiling some of the plot and humorous moments. Bastard. He raved about it:

"I was touched... not just by the weirdo sitting behind me, but also the movie. But not as much as the weirdo sitting behind me...

Well the documentary is more so about the Struggle and Glory of a bboy... not so much about the dance moves. "So Moving!!!" was the guy behind me, but also again was the movie... Im so proud to be a bboy."


So it's understandable, when you see a documentary that really speaks out to you, that you can relate to so closely you can claim it's the story of your life (without the subtitles).

This film wasn't made for the bboys, it was targeted at the 'mainstream' audience to give them a better understanding, and hopefully appreciation for this particular element of the Hip Hop culture. The reiteration throughout the movie that Hip Hop is a culture, is a form of expression for anyone who chooses to use this outlet, was refreshening; director Benson Lee's debut documentary explores the bboy way of life, and takes a look at how those close to them react to this unconventional path.

From the ongoing media exploitation of "breakdancing" and the lack of recognition and respect that bboys receive, Lee's honest insight into this generally misconceived world is inspiring, funny at times, and all real.

What makes this Hip Hop documentary unique is its broad, inter-cultural reach, following the journeys of five bboy crews - Knucklehead Zoo (USA), Ichigeki (Japan), Phase T (France), Gamblerz and Last For One (Korea) and their struggle to be the Battle of the Year 2005 Champions. Note: Lee had chosen 4 teams who by chance all made it to the top 4 (there were some obvious choices though).

I absolutely love and appreciate this film, director Benson Lee's intentions, passion and endurance and believe that this film will be one of great significance in the history of Bboying and Hip Hop. Please show your support and sign the petition to bring the film back to Sydney, as currently they don't have distribution rights for the film. If I had money to invest, most of it would go into this film. So come on, sign up to the mailing list/petition HERE.

P.S. To Katsu (Ichigeki), I want to have your baby.

After the first screening at the Sydney Film Festival last Sunday 17th June, the after party - 'Break Out' was held across the road (The Metro) where the local bboys jammed and supporters... well they supported. Here's some footage for those (like myself) who missed out. Oh and mr b-boyfriend is the first and last bboy in this clip. His comments:

There's more footage from the night HERE.



Planet Bboy Trailer

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Review - She Got Game International Bgirl Competition (Melbourne)

May 10th 2007 00:39

REVIEW (by Drumstick)
She Got Game was the first international Bgirl event to be held in Australia, and attracted the top bgirls from all over the world and the country.

The day started off with a much needed forum with judge Asia One (No Easy Props) who gave a strong and clear message about the direction bboying needs to take in the future. Much was said about the parallels of the skate and surf culture compared with the bboying culture. There are many similarities between the cultures, but ours is self sufficient, but massively under funded. The forum also touched on professionalism as a bboy and a culture, and the struggle of dancers to survive financially.

she got game bgirl comp

There was a large space for a decent jam session, and many female MCs entertained the crowd with various numbers. Hip Hop stalls also provided some merchandise at great prices.

The crowd of about 200 were blown away by the world class dancers and their energy and moves. Some of the hard hitters were Bgirl Vendetta (Burn Unit, USA), A-B-Girl (New Jersey) and Jessefecks (Supernaturalz Crew). The preliminaries saw 12 teams of bgirls try to qualify for the top 8 spots and the battle stage. The battles were two rounds each. From the semi-finals onwards, the stronger bgirl of each crew matched up against each other.

she got game bgirl comp
Bgirl H (New Zealand)
Vendetta took on JessFX, and A-B-Girl and Demilition and A-B-Girl took 3 of the 4 rounds in the battle. The finals between Burn Masters and Domestic Apes went for about seven rounds instead of two.
The competition saw all the international guests from the US take the top 3 placings, with Melbourne’s own Demilition and Essentz taking out 4th place.

RESULTS

PRELIMINARIES:
Domestic Apes - A-B-Girl (New Jersey, USA) Yaya (New York, USA)
Burn Masters - Beta (Street Masters) Vendetta (Burn Unit)
Vivid Vixens - JessFX (Seattle, USA) Kasi (Seattle, USA)
Natural (Germany) Leah (New Zealand)
Blackout - Pezinho (New Zealand) Chonch (New Zealand)


she got game bgirl comp
Bgirl Unique (Sydney)
Point Break - Demilition (Melbourne) Essentz (Melbourne)
StyleFX - IllFX (Sydney) Flix (Brisbane)
Take Two - Aalize (Sydney) H (Wellington, New Zealand)
Princess Steph (Melbourne) SpinFX (Melbourne)
Unique (Sydney, Australia) Tweek (New Zealand)
Sumee - Tops (Queensland) Minae (Melbourne)

ROUND OF 8:
Unique Tweek v Burn Masters
Sumee v Vivid Vixens
StyleFX v Point Break
Domestic Apes v Natural Leah

SEMI FINALS:
Domestic Apes v Point Break
Burn Masters v Vivid Vixens

FINALS:
Domestic Apes v Burn Masters

1st Place - Burn Masters ($5000)
2nd Place - Domestic Apes ($2000)
3rd Place - Vivid Vixens ($500)

Judges:
Asia One (No Easy Props)
Mousa (Fresh Sox)
Nasa (Fresh Sox)

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Need dancers, breakdancers, DJs for your event? (Australia)

January 2nd 2007 12:43
If you're looking for Hip Hop dancers, breakers (breakdancers) or DJs for any event, from corporate gigs to bahmitsvas, smaller community events or birthday parties, etc then email trina@hiphop.org.au for all your performer needs (Australia only, for now).

Trina's Snapshot:

Represents and has many affiliates within the Hip Hop and dance community.

Danced with Caramell, Groovesteps (Looze Control 2006 winners).

Co-choreographer and dancer in all girl dance crew The XY Project.

Co-manages SKB (Street Kulture Breakers), the 2007 Australian Bboy (Breakdance) Champions.

Chairperson of Hip Hop Society D2MG (based in the University of New South Wales).

Manages City Studio (Level 8, 88 Liverpool St, Sydney) offering Hip Hop dance classes.

Owner and primary blogger on Hiphop.org.au (this site) and Dancing.net.au.

Loves supporting real artists, groups, events.

Lives and breathes Hip Hop.

Will make friends with your grandma.

sleazeball dancers
Dancing at Sleazeball with Katie Underwood then later with the drag queen and king - best gig ever!
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November 2nd 2005 21:16
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November 2nd 2005 09:45

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My dancing and personal blog, Confessions of a Serial Dancer.

D2MG Hip Hop Society
D2MG Hip Hop Society based in the University of New South Wales, Australia.

Darrio Street Dance in Sydney
Darriostreet Dance based in Sydney, Australia. Darrio is my dance mentor.

Dancekool
Dancekool, the only REAL Hip Hop and Funk dance school in Sydney. They are also my dance mentors.

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Ozbboy.com - the forums for bboys and bgirls in Australia.

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