8f Carrie.k - Dancing Robot

Robotics Research Project

School : Dalian Maple Leaf Foreign Nationals School Teacher : Ms. Monireh Kandi Time : Second Term 2008-2009

Dancing Robot

What is dancing robot?? 1. The history of break dancing is closely allied with New York’s burgeoning hip-hop scene of the late 60’s and early 70’s. The popularly crowned pioneer of the movement is the legendary godfather of soul Mr James Brown. His live performances of 1969 hit ‘Get on the Good Foot’ saw him showcasing his energetic dancing style and creating a trademark routine called the Good Foot. Watching the king in action got his fans thinking about a whole new school of dancing. Mimicking his moves they began striking innovative poses during the breaks in the music’s beat. Essentially ‘breaking’ to the beat. Hence the term ‘break dance.’ As this new discipline took off people started incorporating their own flavour, taking their cues from influences like gymnastics, Eastern Martial arts, tap dance, Salsa, Afro-Cuban and Native American dances like Capoeira (check Rabot’s lowdown on this funky pastime). It was around this time that an influential crew, the Zulu Kings, led by iconic DJ Afrika Baambaata burst onto the scene. They pushed the limits of breaking throughout the early half of the 70’s and were responsible for much of its evolution. No break dancing history lesson would be complete without a mention of the famed Rock Steady Crew. Spearheaded by Bronx heads Jimmy D and Jojo this group of breakers took things to the next level. Power moves like the headspin, handglide and windmill were made famous by the likes of Crazy Legs, Frosty Freeze, Take One, Little Crazy Legs and Ken Swift. These moves form the basis of any self-respecting b-boy’s or girl’s inventory to this day and the Rock Steady Crew are still alive and kicking in the 2000’s.

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