Nalla Kim has traveled the world as an instructor, competitor, and judge and is a mainstay in the booming swing dance scene of Seoul, South Korea. In 2008, Nalla met his partner and wife, Jessica Yoon and have been teaching together ever since. Nalla & Jessica have taken home several International …
Another reason to love Lithuania and the people from it. Love the sound, the clothes, the hair, and the dancing! Hopefully I can get the full scoop when I’m visiting Lithuania in a few weeks. 😀
Daaaaaaaaaaaaaang! What beauuuuuuuuuutiful music this is. Not only does Andrea Motis, the lovely miss in front, have a gorgeous voice, but she is a very good saxophonist. And let’s not forget about the trumpet player! Ricard Gili’s playing is warm and vibrant and his voice reminds me of a dirty …
Here is an old standard being revitalized by Tony Bennett and Lady Gaga. “The Lady Is A Tramp” is featured on Bennett’s new album “Duets II”. It’s not the most impressive music video out there, but I enjoy the song. Mostly, it reminds me of my lindy hopping days 10 …
I asked Glenn Crytzer if I could re-post his awesome article on supporting live music because I too want you to support the artists that make this world wonderful. You can find the original post here. ********** Hi Jazz Fans, So often I hear people say “we’ve got to support …
I ran into Glenn a few months ago while hanging out in Seattle and he’s a super interesting guy. He knows his music backwards, forwards, and upside down and he speaks passionately and eloquently about it. When I first started dancing, I could dance long enough or hard enough. I …
Originally posted on NPR. Written by BEN PAGAC >>> Click here to listen to the interview. <<< A few years back Meschiya Lake was best known for singing on New Orleans streets with various bands, including The Loose Marbles. Now, she’s in high demand at all the local clubs featuring …
I am so unbelievably inspired by the show last night!! The ACT Theatre was lovely. It has a very impressive light rig and ventilation system that hides a gorgeous ceiling, and is perfect for hanging trapeze and silks from. The performers did a great job performing to the audience on …
Considering how small the Pittsburgh lindy hop scene is, we have some great live music here. Last year I saw the Preservation Jazz Hall Band at the Byham Theater and they rocked my world. Juan Villafane and I went, tapped along to the music, danced in the walkways, and had …
