JABBAWOCKEEZ @ MACY'S PASSPORT 2008
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ORIGINAL jabbawockeez at Lakers Spurs halftime show. Finals
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Jabbawockeez Lean Wit it Rock Wit it
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JabbaWockeeZ - Apologize
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Last Performance of Jabbawockeez @ ASAP XV
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Meet the dance crew members of Jabbawockeez
Monday, February 1, 2010
06:15 PM
Jabbawockeez joins the Kapamilya station. Its members are expected to perform regularly in the Sunday variety show ASAP XV.
They danced and grooved to funky beats with a style they can truly call their own. They conquered the dance floor, but never thought they would be renowned worldwide. Oddly named, the Jabbawockeez is the dance crew that has appeared in the three seasons of America's Dance Crew as well as The Ellen Degeneres Show, Dancing with the Stars and the MTV Movie Awards.
According to the boys of Jabbawockeez, when they formed the group they were just thinking of impressing the girls more than sharing their flair for dancing. But as they progressed from being a mere garage dance group to the coolest crew in the world, they found a deeper reason for every routine they perform—inspiring the kids.
From simply doing it for fun, they added passion and dedication to their craft. Eventually, they got the nod of their respective parents.
"It was really a cool feeling to change our parents' minds. For us to be doing this, I think it's really a new movement for the younger generation to show that heart and pursuing a career that's not so conventional is definitely possible," shared Phil Tayag.
Jeff Nguyen explained further, "It was something that gave us an identity. The way that music makes us feel... I can't really describe it in words. It's something that makes you do what you love to do. We danced behind the artist, but now we are the artists. It's just a huge accomplishment to us as artists and to the dance community to show that we're not just background dancers. What we do is an art. It takes a lot of blood, sweat, tears and all that."
"GETTING TO KNOW YOU..." Aside from their trademark dance moves, the Jabbawockeez are also known for their iconic white masks. At the press junket held last Friday, January 29, at the ABS-CBN compound, the boys shed those masks to share a thing or two about themselves.
"I am 28 years old. Born and raised in
Rynan Shawn "Kid Rainen" Paguio is a 28-year-old Filipino. "I spent a lot of my life moving around a lot. But I was grounded in
"I'm kinda scared to tell what my status is. They might throw tomatoes," joked Kevin "Keibee/KB" Brewer. "I am 33 years old. I was born in
Phil "SB/Swaggerboy" Tayag is also a Filipino and considers "KB" as his closest pal in the group. "Kevin is actually a family friend. He's been around with my family and myself. He's been around with my family for so long that when he [came] back to
"We've been dancing with each other for so long. We've been in the same group since I was like 14 years old," shared the 25-year-old "SB," whose parents were from Las Piñas and Alabang. "It's just very exciting to be in the
Ben "B-Tek" Chung is a Korean. "I was from
Another Filipino in the group is Chris "Cristyle" Gatdula who was born in
"My name is Joe Larot. I was born in
The group joined the ASAP XV family starting Sunday, January 31, as regular performers. They recently signed an exclusive deal with ABS-CBN.
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Jabbawockeez creates a stir!
by: Justin John Mata | STIR Contributor
3 Feb 2010 | 10:05 AM
“ASAP XV,” the longest running and most awarded Sunday musical variety show, has been known for creating various dance segments like “Sayawnara,” “Clashdance,” “Rated R,” “Dancecool” and “Supahdance.” They involved some of the country’s best dancers and performers like Dayanara Torres, Charlene Gonzales, Anime, The Ultimate Dance Four (John Prats, Maja Salvador, Rayver Cruz and Shaina Magdayao, the Giggerboys, the dance icons Gabriel Valenciano, Mickey Perz, Iya Villania, Vhong Navarro, Billy Crawford and now...The Jabbawockeez! The all-male California-based hip hop dance crew famous for their mime and kabuki-style dance, Jabbawockeez signed an exclusive contract with ABS-CBN last Friday and stirred live & television audiences with their extraordinary debut in “ASAP XV” last Sunday. This will give them global exposure not only in The Filipino Channel but also in the
Winner of 2007's America's Best Dance Crew, MTV’s hip hop dance competition, will stay in the Philippines 2 months, the four of the 10 Jabbawockeez members (Chris Gatdula, Phi, Kevin, Ben, Rainen, Joe and Phil) are Pinoys. Its name was derived from a character of Lewis Carroll’s children’s book “Alice In Wonderland.”
Jabbawockeez gained additional global fame through exposures in Pepsi and Powerade TVCs. Guesting in US shows “The Ellen DeGeneres Show” and “Live with Regis and Kelly,” the group did cameo role in the
Jabbawockeez will perform at SM Cebu on Feb. 5 and appear with “American Idol Season 8” winner Kris Allen and
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Jabbawockeez
NEWS AND UPDATE
FanBolt Interviews Jabbawockeez
I was invited out for the grand opening of the JabbaWockeez MUS.I.C. at the
JabbaWockeez MUS.I.C. at the Monte Carlo Las Vegas: A behind-the-mask expose
The JabbaWockeez make their triumphant return to the Las Vegas Strip at the Monte Carlo Resort and Casino, and Zap2it was given an all-access, behind-the-masks pass to see the show and speak to the dancers. The original “
Ten questions with Ben Chung
MTV’s
Dancing With the Jabbawockeez
Jeff ‘Phi’ Nguyen reveals what it’s like to be part of a genuinely collaborative dance enterprise. The seven-member, all-male, Los Angeles–based hip-hop dance troupe known as Jabbawockeez is a highly unusual organization. But it is not the austere white masks and mysterious white gloves the performers always wear onstage that make it so unusual. Nor [...]
Audrey Magazine Summer Issue Preview Featuring Ben: The New Rhythm Nation
Millions of people are embracing Asian American dancers in a way like never before, as numerous groups and individuals are making their mark in the industry as bona fide stars, renowned choreographer and leading innovators. The hit television shows
SD Entertainer: Experience Mus.i.c. with the Jabbawockeez
The Jabbawockeez started as an underground garage crew in
Las Vegas Weekly: The Right Moves
With Jabbawockeez selling so well, could a permanent residency be next? Most Strip shows don’t owe thanks to a teenage fan, but if you’ve seen the Jabbawockeez at MGM Grand and liked it, you might let Briana Rappaport know. The teenage daughter of
UCI grad, Ben Chung reaches Vegas stardom with Jabbawockeez
Ben Chung steps outside of the
Las Vegas Weekly: The JabbaWockeeZ go Strip
Here’s a prediction for May in
Jabbawockeez on Fox 13 Utah
SALT LAKE CITY – Winner of MTV’s America’s Best Dance Crew reality TV show Jabbawockeez came to Salt Lake City Friday to perform a dance show at the Life Center at Salt Lake Community College. The show was sold out, but FOX 13′s Big Budah came to the college to give viewers a preview of [...]
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Jabbawockeez
The Jabbawockeez will return to the
The Jabbawockeez continue to hold the title of ABDC original champions as they are the first dance crew to ever headline a show on the
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About the Jabbawockeez
The most notable group to come out of the MTV reality series, the Jabbawockeez (jbwkz.com) are synonymous with the show and universally recognized as
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Friday, November 26, 2010
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Chris Gatdula Biography
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Age: 26
Hometown: Las Vegas, San Diego
How and when did your dancing career start?
Last year when I moved to LA.
Are you in school? If so, what is your major?
No, but I just graduated from college -- New Media emphasis (film and video).
Do you have a job? If so, what do you do to pay the bills?
As of now... nope. But I normally work as a dance instructor.
What other talents do you have?
Video editing, snowboarding, graphic design and make the homies laugh at me.
What do you hope to gain from your 'Dance Crew' experience?
Unity.
Who are your own dancing idols?
My crew Jabbawokeez and Full Force. Gary Kendall AKA Yoga AKA The Truth.
What is a source of inspiration for your dancing career?
My source of inspiration is to not fall behind my crew. So I'm just trying to keep up with them. And I also want to make sure I'm on top of my game cause there's a lot of dangers coming up and I ain't trying to get smoked.
Phi Nguyen Biography
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Age: 26
Hometown: Phoenix, AZ. Reside in Los Angeles.
How and when did your dancing career start?
I started at the age of 15. My best friend got me into it! Then I started teaching and decided to move to LA to pursue my dance profession.
Are you in school? If so, what is your major?
No I am not.
Do you have a job? If so, what do you do to pay the bills?
I am a hip-hop instructor and dancer for a living. I also instruct on two dance conventions that travel to different U.S. cities on the weekends.
What other talents do you have?
I play the six-string.
What do you hope to gain from your 'Dance Crew' experience?
A chance to just be with my crew more! And rep for my/our big brother, Gary Kendell AKA "Gee-One". Make him proud of us! Also to rep the hip-hop culture!
Rynan Paguio Biography
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Age: 26
Hometown: San Diego, CA
How and when did your dancing career start?
When I was 11-years-old. I started breaking with my bros and my friends in Murrieta, CA.
Are you in school? If so, what is your major?
No
Do you have a job? If so, what do you do to pay the bills?
I am a professional dancer. That pays my bills.
What other talents do you have?
Play guitar, sing, husband.
What do you hope to gain from your 'Dance Crew' experience?
To chill and train with my crew and make my brother Gee proud of us.
Who are your own dancing idols?
Ken Swift, Crazy Legs, Stormy Mauritzo, Swif Rock, Flo-Master, Poe-One, Poppin Pete, Mr. Wiggles, Poppin Taco, Suga Pop, Skeeter Rabbit, Gee-One
Ben 'B-Tek' Chung Biography
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Age: 26
Hometown: Mission Hills, CA
How and when did your dancing career start?
Towards the end of high school. I thought it looked tight!
Do you have a job? If so, what do you do to pay the bills?
I'm a dancer. I teach dance and do work in the industry.
What other talents do you have?
Fight Night Round 3 on Xbox.
What do you hope to gain from your 'Dance Crew' experience?
Just to show the world what we do and keep doing. We're gonna blow up!
Who are your own dancing idols?
My crew.
What is a source of inspiration for your dancing career?
Music. The mixture of beats, lyrics and rhymes that create a specific feeling that inspires me to move.
Who is your favorite fellow 'Dance Crew' member and why?
My whole crew is nasty. Each member brings a unique flavor to the table without it our body would be incomplete.
Phil Tayag Biography
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Age: 23
Hometown: Sacramento, CA
How and when did your dancing career start?
I've always danced. I grew up as a garage dancer.
Do you have a job? If so, what do you do to pay the bills?
I dance, I hustle to pay bills.
What other talents do you have?
I'm a talented Father. I make music.
What do you hope to gain from your 'Dance Crew' experience?
I hope to get the honest, not necessarily a lot, exposure my crew deserves.
Who are your own dancing idols?
Gary Kendall, Michael Jackson back in the 80's, my crew.
What is a source of inspiration for your dancing career?</i>
God, my family, life.
<b>Who is your favorite fellow 'Dance Crew' member and why?
They are all my favorite, I guess.
Kevin Brewer Biography
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Age: 31
Hometown: Sacramento, CA
How and when did your dancing career start?
Approx. 1995
Do you have a job? If so, what do you do to pay the bills?
Apple Certified Technician (fix computers)
What other talents do you have?
Music producer, emcee.
What do you hope to gain from your 'Dance Crew' experience?
Actually I entered this "experience" with an open mind and am excited to see how God will move through this venture.
What is a source of inspiration for your dancing career?
God, my family, Bruce Lee and my crew.
Who is your favorite fellow 'Dance Crew' member and why?
This is tough because we each contribute in a way that is necessary to the whole. I honestly can say that all my bros are my favorite.
Is there anything else that we should know?
I like to inspire and to be inspired. Connecting with people is something I enjoy also, because life is fleeting, we should build each other up and fellowship and enjoy one another. I like Mexican food too.
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