After taking a long long break from Season 3 of "Randy Jackson Presents America's Best Dance Crew" I've been working on my video site Pacific Rim Video while keeping Pacific Rim Photo Press up with celebrity event updates.
During that time, I took on an independent media consulting job for Parman Law Group, a firm that practices loan modification, bankruptcies, debt settlements and personal injuries in California. By the way, even if you're in Washington, they'll be able to help with a home loan modification. Check them out at parmanlawgroup.com
Back to ABDC! Get ready for Season 4 this coming August. After three seasons of the West dominating the top spot of the show, will we see the East, South, Midwest, or North show it up? We'll just have to wait. Check out my youtube channel at youtube.com/pacificrimvideopress for interviews of a few of the groups that came out to audition during the Los Angeles portion of the ABDC crew search.
Just to whet your appetite, here's the ABDC trailer teaser:
Here are some video clips of crews from the Los Angeles Audition:
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Tuesday, June 30, 2009
Wednesday, January 28, 2009
Britney Spears remixed on America's Best Dance Crew
This past Tuesday, Britney Spears got remixed by the competing crews on MTV's America's Best Dance Crew.
For the crews a few had some slight challenges. From guys having to be feminine and women having to show their masculine side. This week's challenge of each crew taking a song of Britney Spears and making it their own will be visual delight for all the Britney Spears fans. We caught up with a few of the crews before the show taped and here's what they had to say.
Dynamic Edition works with wigs.
Fly Khicks ready to shimmy it Britney Style
Team Millennia ready to blow out their choreo with Britney
Strikers All Stars making an illusion with Britney
Don't forget to check out the show this coming Thursday, January 2, 2009 at 10pm e/p.
For the crews a few had some slight challenges. From guys having to be feminine and women having to show their masculine side. This week's challenge of each crew taking a song of Britney Spears and making it their own will be visual delight for all the Britney Spears fans. We caught up with a few of the crews before the show taped and here's what they had to say.
Dynamic Edition works with wigs.
Fly Khicks ready to shimmy it Britney Style
Team Millennia ready to blow out their choreo with Britney
Strikers All Stars making an illusion with Britney
Don't forget to check out the show this coming Thursday, January 2, 2009 at 10pm e/p.
Friday, January 23, 2009
Box Cuttuhz cut from ABDC Season 3
Yesterday, The Box Cuttuhz was the second crew to be eliminated from America's Best Dance Crew. It was the two most "choreo" teams left in the bottom two, Team Millennia and the Box Cuttuhz.
Unfortunately for the Box Cuttuhz, they were cut short with Team Millennia topping on the Box. Internet chats online had the Box Cuttuhz on top. I guess Team Millennia had a stronger support that kept voting for their team.
Well, my video crew of Ellen Kim and Kyle Hanagami were able to get a few last words from both crews after the Box Cuttuhz were eliminated.
Here's Box Cuttuhz farewell to their fans
Lydia Paek sings a song to her fans from the set of America's Best Dance Crew
Lydia Paek of Box Cuttuhz sings her last goodbye on ABDC Season 3 MTV from Pacific Rim Video Press on Vimeo.
Team Millennia reacts to keeping alive on ABDC
Unfortunately for the Box Cuttuhz, they were cut short with Team Millennia topping on the Box. Internet chats online had the Box Cuttuhz on top. I guess Team Millennia had a stronger support that kept voting for their team.
Well, my video crew of Ellen Kim and Kyle Hanagami were able to get a few last words from both crews after the Box Cuttuhz were eliminated.
Here's Box Cuttuhz farewell to their fans
Lydia Paek sings a song to her fans from the set of America's Best Dance Crew
Lydia Paek of Box Cuttuhz sings her last goodbye on ABDC Season 3 MTV from Pacific Rim Video Press on Vimeo.
Team Millennia reacts to keeping alive on ABDC
Thursday, January 15, 2009
Flexin and Cloggin adds to the entertainment of ABDC Season 3
Tonight was the premiere of MTV's "Randy Jackson Presents America's Best Dance Crew - Season 3." Randy Jackson's interview last October was not a lie, entertainment is taking the forefront with the premiere of the show.
For those of you who were hoping to get to know all the crews will be disappointed as one crew was sent home packing in this episode.
First off, judge J.C. Chasez was absent for the first episode. However, stepping in was Season 1 Winning crew member Rynan "Kid Rainen" Paguio of the Jabbawockeez. Great to see that the guest judge was a former contestant. It took a while before Rynan warmed up to his judging duties but by the end of the show, Kid was able to exude a lot of suggestions.
Lil Mama was all cutesy with her usual interesting outfits.
As for Mr. Shane Sparks, I think he was a bit mesmerized by the Miami Crew, "The Fly Khicks."
Here's a quick breakdown of what the judges had to say about the Season 3 crews after their performance:
The Strikers - Stepping Crew
Shane said that they were tight. Foot work will keep them in. They should also work in the stomps where the audience can hear it.
Rainen said they had so much energy.
My opinion: I ddint' feel the energy. Maybe I'm just used to watching step crews where you can hear the stomps and the chants.
Beat Freaks - The All B-Girl Group from LA
Lil Mama said that the girls have set the tone for tonight.
Rainen says that the other crews will have to step up their esp with the performance given by the Beat Freaks.
Shane says the Laides Can Take It.
My opinion: These girls definitely have a chance of being ABDC champs. They can go head to head with any b-boy group.
GOP - hip hop group from Puerto Rico. Salsa, Reggaeton all mixed up.
Rainen says they stepped it up. Bring in the original flavor and style. He enjoyed the suicide flip. Definitely performers. Just clean u a little bit.
Lil Mama - says that these Latin boys didn't excite her and didn't bring it.
Shane says to play to the ladies. He was a bit skeptical.
My opinion: I hoping more from these boys. The salsa didn't have fuego I was hoping for. Un
Quest - A group of dancers bringing it all together.
Lil Mama - Amazing. They give theater dance and their characters were incredible. A class act. An amazing set. Compliment you that you were the first crew to use the whole stage. Ryan came and did a back flip and landed on your head. You gave us theater.
Rainen - One of most illest performance. Amazing and on point. D-Trix ripped it.
Shane - The Battle is On! This is going to be the sickest season. Quest just represented.
My opinion: I was like Whoa! Ouch! Ryan
Fly Khicks - hot girls who know how to dance from Miami
Lil Mama - I liked it and liked the body waves. Sexy! Love the glides.
Shane - looks good and they can dance. Mixing a lot of elements shows that they represents dancers. Loved the butt action. Wants to see them in more than two episodes.
Rainen - loved it but needs more foundation in their dance.
My opinion - hmmm..if the booty bounce works the go for it..But I think these girls have some tricks up their sneakers. Shane Shane Shane loved the booty bounce.
Ringmasters - Flexing Crew from Brooklyn.
Rainen - they came from the mecca of hip hop and brought something new to the ABDC stage with their flexing movements. Bone breaking!
Shane - So crazy and ironic. They just killed it
Lil Mama - I feel like crying. Definitely representing Brooklyn. One of the Best Crews. *Mama broke down and started crying. Mentioning she went to school with one of the members.
My opinion: Like Whoa again! If you can't stand a double jointed flexing, turn away. But they are definitely a crew to wreckin with. I dub them "Cirque de Soul Hey!"
Box Cuttuhz - Hip Hop crew from San Diego Ca
Shane - Choreography and movement are in sync. Taking us back to first season. Liked that they got theatrical and acting part of their routine. Use Lydia more since she's the only girl on the crew.
Lil Mama - Very Characteristic but needs to bring more energy to their show. Lydia needs to show us why she's the only girl and chosen for this group.
Rainen - Reppin' my hometown vibe of San Diego. Make sure to secure your props.
My opinion - I'm sorry. I heard so much about this crew that I was disappointed and had to yawn. I was waiting for some excitement.
Dynamic Edition - Cloggin Crew
Lil Mama - Whoever had a stereotype of cloggin will have to pick up their drawers. Definitely wowed me. Took hiphop and made it part of their dance. Formation is clean and tight. So Much character and one of the most different crew on the show. Perfect bow. First group tonight that was different.
Rainen - loved the clean lines. Loved the way they incorporated hiphop to their cloggin. Definitely put a different feel to dance. Need a bit more hip hop vibe and learn other styles.
Shane - Bring up the hip hop more but overall loved it.
My opinion - Way different. I felt like their cloggin with the hip hop feel made it look more steppin and blew The Strikers away. They'll have to add more versatility to their future routines or they'll be booted.
Team Millennia - Group made top 12 of casting special season 2.
Rainen - Dope. Came out different than the live edition. They started rockin out. You guys are still bringing it.
Shane - Representing rock and bringing something different.
Lil Mama - Loved them the last time but this time style change should limit them now that they consider themselves rockers.
My opinion - Gave the rock edge to the show but needs to ensure that they show their versatility.
Unfortunately, there were three bottom crews who had to do a dance battle. The crews included G.O.P, Box Cuttuhz, and Fly Khicks.
The Fly Khicks definitely took this battle for their life to heart which spared them from elimination. I just hope they don't over use the booty shake.
Now finally to the crew that was booted tonight - G.O.P...Boricua Pride was shot down. More power to these boys as they showed so much spirit and drive before the show started. I was a bit surprised myself that the got booted as I was a bit bored with Box Cuttuhz.
Until next week, let's see what the challenges will present them!!!
All Photos by Sthanlee B. Mirador ©Pacific Rim Photo Press
For those of you who were hoping to get to know all the crews will be disappointed as one crew was sent home packing in this episode.
First off, judge J.C. Chasez was absent for the first episode. However, stepping in was Season 1 Winning crew member Rynan "Kid Rainen" Paguio of the Jabbawockeez. Great to see that the guest judge was a former contestant. It took a while before Rynan warmed up to his judging duties but by the end of the show, Kid was able to exude a lot of suggestions.
Lil Mama was all cutesy with her usual interesting outfits.
As for Mr. Shane Sparks, I think he was a bit mesmerized by the Miami Crew, "The Fly Khicks."
Here's a quick breakdown of what the judges had to say about the Season 3 crews after their performance:
The Strikers - Stepping Crew
Shane said that they were tight. Foot work will keep them in. They should also work in the stomps where the audience can hear it.
Rainen said they had so much energy.
My opinion: I ddint' feel the energy. Maybe I'm just used to watching step crews where you can hear the stomps and the chants.
Beat Freaks - The All B-Girl Group from LA
Lil Mama said that the girls have set the tone for tonight.
Rainen says that the other crews will have to step up their esp with the performance given by the Beat Freaks.
Shane says the Laides Can Take It.
My opinion: These girls definitely have a chance of being ABDC champs. They can go head to head with any b-boy group.
GOP - hip hop group from Puerto Rico. Salsa, Reggaeton all mixed up.
Rainen says they stepped it up. Bring in the original flavor and style. He enjoyed the suicide flip. Definitely performers. Just clean u a little bit.
Lil Mama - says that these Latin boys didn't excite her and didn't bring it.
Shane says to play to the ladies. He was a bit skeptical.
My opinion: I hoping more from these boys. The salsa didn't have fuego I was hoping for. Un
Quest - A group of dancers bringing it all together.
Lil Mama - Amazing. They give theater dance and their characters were incredible. A class act. An amazing set. Compliment you that you were the first crew to use the whole stage. Ryan came and did a back flip and landed on your head. You gave us theater.
Rainen - One of most illest performance. Amazing and on point. D-Trix ripped it.
Shane - The Battle is On! This is going to be the sickest season. Quest just represented.
My opinion: I was like Whoa! Ouch! Ryan
Fly Khicks - hot girls who know how to dance from Miami
Lil Mama - I liked it and liked the body waves. Sexy! Love the glides.
Shane - looks good and they can dance. Mixing a lot of elements shows that they represents dancers. Loved the butt action. Wants to see them in more than two episodes.
Rainen - loved it but needs more foundation in their dance.
My opinion - hmmm..if the booty bounce works the go for it..But I think these girls have some tricks up their sneakers. Shane Shane Shane loved the booty bounce.
Ringmasters - Flexing Crew from Brooklyn.
Rainen - they came from the mecca of hip hop and brought something new to the ABDC stage with their flexing movements. Bone breaking!
Shane - So crazy and ironic. They just killed it
Lil Mama - I feel like crying. Definitely representing Brooklyn. One of the Best Crews. *Mama broke down and started crying. Mentioning she went to school with one of the members.
My opinion: Like Whoa again! If you can't stand a double jointed flexing, turn away. But they are definitely a crew to wreckin with. I dub them "Cirque de Soul Hey!"
Box Cuttuhz - Hip Hop crew from San Diego Ca
Shane - Choreography and movement are in sync. Taking us back to first season. Liked that they got theatrical and acting part of their routine. Use Lydia more since she's the only girl on the crew.
Lil Mama - Very Characteristic but needs to bring more energy to their show. Lydia needs to show us why she's the only girl and chosen for this group.
Rainen - Reppin' my hometown vibe of San Diego. Make sure to secure your props.
My opinion - I'm sorry. I heard so much about this crew that I was disappointed and had to yawn. I was waiting for some excitement.
Dynamic Edition - Cloggin Crew
Lil Mama - Whoever had a stereotype of cloggin will have to pick up their drawers. Definitely wowed me. Took hiphop and made it part of their dance. Formation is clean and tight. So Much character and one of the most different crew on the show. Perfect bow. First group tonight that was different.
Rainen - loved the clean lines. Loved the way they incorporated hiphop to their cloggin. Definitely put a different feel to dance. Need a bit more hip hop vibe and learn other styles.
Shane - Bring up the hip hop more but overall loved it.
My opinion - Way different. I felt like their cloggin with the hip hop feel made it look more steppin and blew The Strikers away. They'll have to add more versatility to their future routines or they'll be booted.
Team Millennia - Group made top 12 of casting special season 2.
Rainen - Dope. Came out different than the live edition. They started rockin out. You guys are still bringing it.
Shane - Representing rock and bringing something different.
Lil Mama - Loved them the last time but this time style change should limit them now that they consider themselves rockers.
My opinion - Gave the rock edge to the show but needs to ensure that they show their versatility.
Unfortunately, there were three bottom crews who had to do a dance battle. The crews included G.O.P, Box Cuttuhz, and Fly Khicks.
The Fly Khicks definitely took this battle for their life to heart which spared them from elimination. I just hope they don't over use the booty shake.
Now finally to the crew that was booted tonight - G.O.P...Boricua Pride was shot down. More power to these boys as they showed so much spirit and drive before the show started. I was a bit surprised myself that the got booted as I was a bit bored with Box Cuttuhz.
Until next week, let's see what the challenges will present them!!!
All Photos by Sthanlee B. Mirador ©Pacific Rim Photo Press
Sunday, January 4, 2009
I'm back after a long holiday and the passing of my father Pedro Gonzaga
It's been a long holiday happy and sad. I had to take a break from all the Hollywood Hoopla as my father Pedro Gonzaga passed on December 17. I'm back with upcoming red carpet coverages from the Palm Spring Film Festival to the Golden Globes.
Ramping back up also is "Randy Jackson Presents America's Best Dance Crew - Season 3" Here's a quick video clip of Randy talking about what to expect for Season 3.
As a tribute to my father, I also want to share a dance my niece Merielle did called the prayer during my father's memorial/burial.
Feel free to visit my father, Pedro Gonzaga's tribute page I created at gonzagafamily.com
Ramping back up also is "Randy Jackson Presents America's Best Dance Crew - Season 3" Here's a quick video clip of Randy talking about what to expect for Season 3.
As a tribute to my father, I also want to share a dance my niece Merielle did called the prayer during my father's memorial/burial.
Feel free to visit my father, Pedro Gonzaga's tribute page I created at gonzagafamily.com
Tuesday, December 2, 2008
Shane Sparks showing the sparks for ABDC Season 3
Shane Sparks is sparking it on with what to expect in Season 3. From the Fanny Paks to the Super Cr3ws, Season 2 has definitely brought on more crews to audition for Season 3.
Take a quick look at what Shane had to say about the upcoming season.
Also, we have a group out from San Jose, CA who auditioned in Los Angeles for Season 3. The Head Hunters are hoping that they can honor one of the members' sister, Ruby Lynn, who passed away not long ago. Much respect for the Head Hunters. However, honoring the death of a loved one is not the only thing that brings a crew to the actual show. HH must prove to the talent scout and judges that they should be one of the nine crews to battle on the show itself.
For the Head Hunters, drama has already erupted on Pacific Rim Photo Press' youtube channel as one posting has already accused the crew of using a "sob story" to try and get past the auditions to land a spot on the show. We'll have to see in January when the show premieres.
Here's a clip of our interview with the Head Hunters before their audition.
From our friends at Blogging America's Best Dance Crew, a clip of the Head Hunters' audition. You be the judge if they have what it takes to get past the audition phase.
Take a quick look at what Shane had to say about the upcoming season.
Also, we have a group out from San Jose, CA who auditioned in Los Angeles for Season 3. The Head Hunters are hoping that they can honor one of the members' sister, Ruby Lynn, who passed away not long ago. Much respect for the Head Hunters. However, honoring the death of a loved one is not the only thing that brings a crew to the actual show. HH must prove to the talent scout and judges that they should be one of the nine crews to battle on the show itself.
For the Head Hunters, drama has already erupted on Pacific Rim Photo Press' youtube channel as one posting has already accused the crew of using a "sob story" to try and get past the auditions to land a spot on the show. We'll have to see in January when the show premieres.
Here's a clip of our interview with the Head Hunters before their audition.
From our friends at Blogging America's Best Dance Crew, a clip of the Head Hunters' audition. You be the judge if they have what it takes to get past the audition phase.
Monday, November 3, 2008
Perplex Cru of Oxnard auditions for ABDC Season 3 and Michael Conol of The Lost Kids talks about his experience in auditioning
Season Three of "Randy Jackson Presents America's Best Dance Crew" is still two months away but they have wrapped up auditions for the show.
This week's ABDC Season Three updates consists of the All Latino male dance crew straight out of Oxnard, CA called Perplex Cru. This crew has the elements of possibly being a contender for a spot on the live show. However, they need to work on tightening up their movements and work on their game face so they can connect with the audience. The twin brothers Robert and Gabriel are the acrobatic members of the crew. Omar is the one who helps brings the choreography together especially with his choreography background. Omar also does the breakdancing.
I had the pleasure of interviewing these boys and they definitely can't wait to find out if they have made it or not.
If they do make it, they will set the record of firsts for "America's Best Dance Crew"
The first would be an all male Latino group
The first group with twin brothers as members of the group
Here's the performance of the Perplex
The interview with Perplex
During the audition process in L.A. the various crews had their supporters in tow. Coming all the way down from San Francisco, Michael Conol of the Lost Kids, took his time to support some friends in their quest for a spot on ABDC Season 3. Michael had auditioned with his crew in San Francisco and feels strong that they may make that coveted spot on the live show.
Here's the interview I did with Michael
Next week, we'll have The Hype from Hawaii. Hardly any family members and friends knew that they flew out to Los Angeles to audition for the show.
This week's ABDC Season Three updates consists of the All Latino male dance crew straight out of Oxnard, CA called Perplex Cru. This crew has the elements of possibly being a contender for a spot on the live show. However, they need to work on tightening up their movements and work on their game face so they can connect with the audience. The twin brothers Robert and Gabriel are the acrobatic members of the crew. Omar is the one who helps brings the choreography together especially with his choreography background. Omar also does the breakdancing.
I had the pleasure of interviewing these boys and they definitely can't wait to find out if they have made it or not.
If they do make it, they will set the record of firsts for "America's Best Dance Crew"
The first would be an all male Latino group
The first group with twin brothers as members of the group
Here's the performance of the Perplex
The interview with Perplex
During the audition process in L.A. the various crews had their supporters in tow. Coming all the way down from San Francisco, Michael Conol of the Lost Kids, took his time to support some friends in their quest for a spot on ABDC Season 3. Michael had auditioned with his crew in San Francisco and feels strong that they may make that coveted spot on the live show.
Here's the interview I did with Michael
Next week, we'll have The Hype from Hawaii. Hardly any family members and friends knew that they flew out to Los Angeles to audition for the show.
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