“Soul Train” Turns 50
Over the weekend, the iconic dance television show turned 50. The show first became syndicated on October 2, 1971. MSNBC’s Tiffany Cross perfectly described the show as “a cultural institution showcasing black music and culture.” The show was created and hosted by producer Don Cornelius. While initially hesitant to embrace Hip-Hop, the show eventually did […]
WCS Exclusive: Michael “Boogaloo Shrimp” Chambers Gives A West Coast Poplocking History Lesson
WestCoastStyles hooked up with legendary poplocker and dancer Michael “Boogaloo Shrimp” Chambers also known to fans as Turbo from the movie Breakin’ and Breakin 2: Electric Boogaloo. In this new interview, Michael gives a history lesson about the early days of poplocking on the West Coast including his own journey into the dance style. We […]