Randy Jackson’s “America’s Best Dance Crew” began its fourth season last night – and host Mario Lopez told viewers that” this season’s new crew’s are “more diverse, underground and driven than ever.” One of these crews will be chosen as the new champion and win the $100,000 prize!
Every week one crew will be eliminated, explained Lopez. On this premiere show, the first to be sent home was the NJ crew Fr3sh – who performed admirably, but not well enough to continue on in the competition. As they danced, according to tradition, fans watched their banner fall.
First up was five-member Beat Ya Feet Kings of Southeast D.C. who stepped up with a lively go-go performance to Backyard Band’s “Skillet.” Judge Shane Sparks said, “I loved the footwork – just a little bit sloppy to me. “ Lil Mama agreed with Sparks, but said that the group needed to keep their energy up. JC Chasez said that it is still early, adding, “When go-go kicked, I loved the energy that you guys gave.”
Second was We Are Heroes, an all-girl crew from around the world and Los Angeles, that performed to Justice’s “Waters of Nazareth.” Lil Mama said, “It was a little slow getting into the performance, but you are super flexible. I love women who come to the show and give strength.” Chasez said, “Popping was great.” And Sparks, “I don’t think you started slow at all. You were teasing about what you will show in the future. I one-hundred percent loved it.”
AfroBorike, a boy and girl crew representing Cuba and Puerto Rico, showed their quick salsa moves to Marc Anthony’s “Aguanlie.” Chasez opined, “So much strength to this group. It’s great, and it’s very sexy to see. I had a lot of fun watching you.” Sparks, though, said they need to “pick up (their) choreography. And Lil Mama, saw “some ethnic with hip-hop and a perfect balance of masculine with feminine.”
From the first three crews, advancing were We Are Heroes and AfroBorike. In danger were Beat Ya Feet who went into the sudden death face-offs.
Massive Monkeys are Seattle breakdancers who performed to N.E.R.D.’s “Kill Joy.” Sparks remarked, “From beginning to end, that’s what I am talking about. You came out with fire.” Chasez, “I love the fact that you have community support. Hey, man, it’s a competition.” Lil Mama said the group “set the tone for the rest of the show.”
Classically trained Artistry in Motion, another all-girl crew, made their moves to Bassment Jaxx’s “SFM.” Lil Mama said, “You guys are incredible – definitely giving inspiration to girls out there right now. You had the tightest choreography on the show so far.” Sparks agreed, “That was a flawless routine.” And Chasez added, “I thought you had a mostly clean routine, but the line at the end did get a little flustered.”
And the final crew in the second set was country crew Southern Movement from Nashville -- who stepped up with a cowboy effect to Dierks Bentley’s “Sideways.” Chasez said, “You were really animated.” Lil Mama said, “I love the energy.” And Sparks wrapped up the critique with, “I was really going to laugh, but you can dance your butts off. You were ripping the stage tonight. And I like the fact that you are learning and bringing new stuff to the show.”
Sent to safety by the judges from the first set were Massive Monkeys and Artistry In Motion – and placed in danger was Southern Movement.
First in the final set was the seven-member Rhythm City crew from the Bronx who performed their hip-hop to Mim’s “Life of a Star.” Sparks spoke, “From the choreography you killed it. It’s crazy because you nailed everything. So much energy--the Bronx is in the building again.” Lil Mama said, “I definitely agree. The way you brought it was crazy.” And Chasez hailed the crew, saying, “That was probably the cleanest performance we have seen tonight. It was in the details. You are my favorites so far.”
Next was a group of friends from the New Jersey, Fr3sh performjed to MOP’s “Ante Up.” Chasez said, “Dirty Jersey is in the house you all. I thought it was a lot of fun. There was a part in the routine that got tough and you were all smiling.” Sparks added, “I liked your energy. You were using the body. I love that.” And Lil Mama, “I loved the choice of music. You are incredible. It was good.”
And finally Vogue Evolution from New York City moved to Chelly’s “Took the Night.” Lil Mama, “You guys are perfect. You are definitely bringing a new element to the show. It’s daring.” Chasez said, “I like the fact that you are battle-tested, have been competing in underground clubs. The drama was wonderful.” Sparks concluded, "I don’t know how I feel because you ripped the stage, but I didn’t know what to expect. It is time for your style to be exposed.”
In the final round, passed along to next week were Rhythm City and Vogue Evolution – with Fr3sh moved in danger of elimination.
The three groups established in the sudden-death face off were Fr3sh, Beat Ya Feet Kings and Southern Movement. Each of these crews “tore it up” for 30 seconds to the same song -- and “Fr3sh” was named by the judges to head home in what was the first elimination of the season.
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