Bazza Posted August 10, 2006 Posted August 10, 2006 (edited) Now then,not trying to sound to modest, I used to consider myself a well above average dancer,I won a few competitions in my time ,but I never ever did the backdrops and such, I always thought the peeps that did that stuff did it to get noticed,because they could not really dance very well,and I still hold to that,I know a chap ,cant dance for tuppence,but he does a bit of the acrobatics people standing around think he is brill....but his dancing is shite what do you think ill get my coat Bazza Edited August 10, 2006 by bazza
Soulsmith Posted August 10, 2006 Posted August 10, 2006 I think you shouldn't be so judgemental about other peoples dancing. Its a personal thing. Why critisce somebody who's just having a good time?
Bazza Posted August 10, 2006 Author Posted August 10, 2006 (edited) I think you shouldn't be so judgemental about other peoples dancing. Its a personal thing. Why critisce somebody who's just having a good time? I wouldnt normaly but this bloke thinks he's the bees knees,he does not dance for enjoyment he does it to show off Bazza Edited August 10, 2006 by bazza
grant Posted August 10, 2006 Posted August 10, 2006 Now then,not trying to sound to modest, I used to consider myself a well above average dancer,I won a few competitions in my time ,but I never ever did the backdrops and such, I always thought the peeps that did that stuff did it to get noticed,because they could not really dance very well,and I still hold to that,I know a chap ,cant dance for tuppence,but he does a bit of the acrobatics people standing around think he is brill....but his dancing is shite what do you think ill get my coat Bazza know what you mean Bazza, and probably who. used to do the 'acrobatics' bit but was more martial arts stuff, long gone now that stuff. Dont get me wrong I like uptempo stuff eg Pat Powdrill, COD's etc to dance to and anything with a good bit in it for fast spins - (still do the odd high kick though ---but with legs straight
Soulsmith Posted August 10, 2006 Posted August 10, 2006 I wouldnt normaly but this bloke thinks he's the bees knees,he does not dance for enjoyment he does it to show off Bazza Actually we do have one of those down here. Knocks drinks out of peoples hands with kung fu kicks.
Bazza Posted August 10, 2006 Author Posted August 10, 2006 Actually we do have one of those down here. Knocks drinks out of peoples hands with kung fu kicks. Same here takes up half the floor knocks people over clobbers folk thinks everyone should keep out his way ..blokes a menace Bazza
grant Posted August 10, 2006 Posted August 10, 2006 Actually we do have one of those down here. Knocks drinks out of peoples hands with kung fu kicks. they shouldnt have 'em on the dancefloor then
Soulsmith Posted August 10, 2006 Posted August 10, 2006 they shouldnt have 'em on the dancefloor then What do you suggest........some sort of trap door
grant Posted August 10, 2006 Posted August 10, 2006 What do you suggest........some sort of trap door yeah one big one
macca Posted August 10, 2006 Posted August 10, 2006 there was a guy from peterborough called steve 'danny' daniels. he won at wigan one night, 1975 I think. he spent the rest of the night chaparoned due to the fact the some oiks wanted to relieve him of his well deserved dosh. danny NEVER did 'stunts', he span quite often, but not obtrusively, he did weird things with his legs, expressive gestures with his arms & hands etc; all in time with the music, which we'll all agree is crucial. he used to have people spellbound. I've never been keen on the gymnasts myself. horses for courses...
Guest Posted August 10, 2006 Posted August 10, 2006 there was a guy from peterborough called steve 'danny' daniels. he won at wigan one night, 1975 I think. he spent the rest of the night chaparoned due to the fact the some oiks wanted to relieve him of his well deserved dosh. danny NEVER did 'stunts', he span quite often, but not obtrusively, he did weird things with his legs, expressive gestures with his arms & hands etc; all in time with the music, which we'll all agree is crucial. he used to have people spellbound. I've never been keen on the gymnasts myself. horses for courses... yeah macca 1975 second anniversary at casino, 'danny' is now fcuked up with arthritis i jear. you're right. great dancer, all in the timing, it's more important 'when' you do something in a record than what you actually do. love watching kickers, flippers et al, used to do a bit myself many, many years ago, don't get jealous of them, unless they got a full head of fookin' hair!!!!
mischief Posted August 10, 2006 Posted August 10, 2006 (edited) If I tried a backdrop now me belly would probably hit me on the chin Edited August 10, 2006 by mischief
Guest Bearsy Posted August 10, 2006 Posted August 10, 2006 If I tried a backdrop now me belly would probably hit me on the chin which one
Guest Posted August 11, 2006 Posted August 11, 2006 there was a guy from peterborough called steve 'danny' daniels. he won at wigan one night, 1975 I think. he spent the rest of the night chaparoned due to the fact the some oiks wanted to relieve him of his well deserved dosh. danny NEVER did 'stunts', he span quite often, but not obtrusively, he did weird things with his legs, expressive gestures with his arms & hands etc; all in time with the music, which we'll all agree is crucial. he used to have people spellbound. I've never been keen on the gymnasts myself. horses for courses... Taught the kid everything he knew though like most he never perfected the surrogate spin Macca Three days before the Casino comp he quietly announced he was going to win it.... He asked if I had any moves that I could pass on, This kid was a natural dancer so he could do anything you suggested if it were possible. I told him about this archive film I'd watched a couple of weeks earlier about tap dancing in an America where I noticed a fellar who would go off on a controlled spin, freeze for a split second and then went off another spin in the opposite direction from what was a standing start...Mums room turned into a dance studio and within 10mins he had perfected this move on a CARPET Come the night he did indeed win and tried this move several times, It was a fitting tribute that three weeks later those guys who populated the area immediately in front of the stage were all at it, some I have to say not very well..happy days... Back to the thread... backdrops and handstands don't do anything for me.
Guest Posted August 11, 2006 Posted August 11, 2006 Some of the good dancers that still do a bit of choreographed gymnastics look fantastic - but then they know exactly where and when it fits in with the tune (Keb is a great example) Then there are the chappies that start doing it when there's no evident break - or to something mid-tempo! Whats that all about? I think there are some dancers that have headphones in as they are definately dancing to a record that I'm not hearing Saying all that though - you can't beat a good forward roll accross the dancefloor (hope to see you soon Ady and Jim)
Dayo Posted August 11, 2006 Posted August 11, 2006 Interesting thread this. . There's dancing, and there's gymnastics. I guess the perfect dancer would mix the two with grace and style. It's rarely seen, is it? Anyone else remember the days when Booper was the king of the floor? He was an average dancer (IMHO), but had his spins and backdrops down to a Tee. No disrespect to the guy (never knew him, but he looked hard!!!!) Personally I'd rather applaude someone who "feels" the beat. Lastly, guys are better than girls Col
Bazza Posted August 11, 2006 Author Posted August 11, 2006 Interesting thread this. . Lastly, guys are better than girls Col No argument there....Girls aint gor a clue Bazza
macca Posted August 11, 2006 Posted August 11, 2006 I disagree. kate rudd from st.ives/huntingdon on a good night was a joy to behold, in all senses of the word. it might have been two records, today's people & babe ruth. could never take my eyes off her. sod all the people sniffing knotty pine at her feet. she was way above them. an agent provocateur, definitely. I'd sooner watch a chick work it on out than the boopers, darges & whizzes of this world, all due respect to them, but I never favoured that particular style of dancing. never thought it was 'soulful' to tell the truth. a question of taste I suppose...
Guest ON HUBERT STREET Posted August 11, 2006 Posted August 11, 2006 I like seeing acrobatics done well and minimally, although I prefer good smooth unhurried dance moves anyday. Anyone remember Vernon at Wigan or Sandy?
Bazza Posted August 11, 2006 Author Posted August 11, 2006 (edited) No argument there....Girls aint gor a clue Bazza Only joking Girls some say Sam Evens (hinckley) aint a bad dancer (she's a girl and a DJ ) Bazza Edited August 11, 2006 by bazza
Glyn Williams Posted August 11, 2006 Posted August 11, 2006 ahh sandy - we had him do the judging for our dance championships at alfreton 8 years ago! wonder if he's still as supple
Bazza Posted August 11, 2006 Author Posted August 11, 2006 (edited) ahh sandy - we had him do the judging for our dance championships at alfreton 8 years ago! wonder if he's still as supple Deffo going tonight to your doo Glyn...cya later Bazza Edited August 11, 2006 by bazza
Simsy Posted August 11, 2006 Posted August 11, 2006 (edited) Now then,not trying to sound to modest, I used to consider myself a well above average dancer,I won a few competitions in my time ,but I never ever did the backdrops and such, I always thought the peeps that did that stuff did it to get noticed,because they could not really dance very well,and I still hold to that,I know a chap ,cant dance for tuppence,but he does a bit of the acrobatics people standing around think he is brill....but his dancing is shite what do you think ill get my coat Bazza I agree with most of what you say Bazza. Dancing based on expression and timing of the beat, maketh a good dancer overall ioo eh? Acrobatics are a part of NS though and they do look good. Old Keb can dance as well as do the flips and twist etc. (See clip below.) Fact is we can't do the old flips & twists shite, so go and shuffle over there .. Edited August 11, 2006 by Simsy
Bazza Posted August 11, 2006 Author Posted August 11, 2006 (edited) I agree with most of what you say Bazza. Dancing based on expression and timing of the beat, maketh a good dancer overall ioo eh? Acrobatics are a part of NS though and they do look good. Old Keb can dance as well as do the flips and twist etc. (See clip below.) Fact is we can't do the old flips & twists shite, so go and shuffle over there .. "> Edited August 11, 2006 by bazza
TEDDY EDDY Posted August 11, 2006 Posted August 11, 2006 what about phil ..quinvy and stu tatoo ,,, when they do the harlem rumble it brings tears too my eyes....
Bazza Posted August 11, 2006 Author Posted August 11, 2006 (edited) I like to find a nice little alcove in clubs these days , so I can nip in there put me bunny rabbit slippers on quick sip of me coco an drag of me pipe...lol and then back at it..oops still got me slippers on...bugger..thats me cred gone So not to much in my holdall these days Bazza Edited August 11, 2006 by bazza
Soulsmith Posted August 12, 2006 Posted August 12, 2006 Ref above video.......can see why they slowed down dancers, but would be nice to also see it at normal speed. Anybody able to sort?
Soulsmith Posted August 12, 2006 Posted August 12, 2006 Don't forget Phil & Tomos contribution to dancing. Could women do it better in hi-viz waiscoats & shorts........I doubt it.
Guest Brian J Posted August 12, 2006 Posted August 12, 2006 Best spin I ever did was when I tripped over someone's bag, rolled arse over tit, then landed back on me feet. I've practiced it since but never managed to pull it off quite the same.
Guest Posted August 12, 2006 Posted August 12, 2006 (edited) I agree with most of what you say Bazza. Dancing based on expression and timing of the beat, maketh a good dancer overall ioo eh? Acrobatics are a part of NS though and they do look good. Old Keb can dance as well as do the flips and twist etc. (See clip below.) Fact is we can't do the old flips & twists shite, so go and shuffle over there .. "> Edited August 12, 2006 by ♫ Soulgirl ♫
Guest Posted August 12, 2006 Posted August 12, 2006 When I first heard Northern Soul, it was Out On The Floor actually, and those breaks were just right for what I was all about back then. I was a county gymnast so saults, flips, spins were 2nd nature to me and I could pop them into a dance routine quite easily Shucks... not any more though
Madmandy Posted August 16, 2006 Posted August 16, 2006 No argument there....Girls aint gor a clue Bazza OI YOU!!! WATCH IT!!! Mand
Madmandy Posted August 16, 2006 Posted August 16, 2006 Don't forget Phil & Tomos contribution to dancing. Could women do it better in hi-viz waiscoats & shorts........I doubt it. You re owning up to knowing these people PMSL Mand ( I would have liked to be driving by !!)
Madmandy Posted August 16, 2006 Posted August 16, 2006 Now then,not trying to sound to modest, I used to consider myself a well above average dancer,I won a few competitions in my time ,but I never ever did the backdrops and such, I always thought the peeps that did that stuff did it to get noticed,because they could not really dance very well,and I still hold to that,I know a chap ,cant dance for tuppence,but he does a bit of the acrobatics people standing around think he is brill....but his dancing is shite what do you think ill get my coat Bazza Bazza Are you talking about someone I know by any chance?? Mand
Bazza Posted August 16, 2006 Author Posted August 16, 2006 (edited) Bazza Are you talking about someone I know by any chance?? Mand Actually No , a chap from leicester ,I know who your probably thinking of ...difference is he can dance aswell ... Bazza Edited August 16, 2006 by bazza
Simsy Posted August 16, 2006 Posted August 16, 2006 Ref above video.......can see why they slowed down dancers, but would be nice to also see it at normal speed. Anybody able to sort? You're serious as well aren't you? hey great cd btw mate. cheers
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