If there is one person who was the catalyst for the global spread and growth of B-Boying. That person is Crazy Legs, president of the legendary “Rock Steady Crew”. Crazy Legs talks to us about his early struggle to find dancers in Manhattan. How he witnessed the genesis of hip-hop, and the vision for his tutoring project “Puerto Rock Steady”.

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Art Is Power: A bi-weekly column where Che Kothari, renowned photographer & executive director of Manifesto, asks artists to succinctly define the power of art.

written by: Che Kothari

We were thrilled to bring Richard "Crazy Legs" Colon to Toronto for the 4th Annual Manifesto Festival in 2010 -- as one of the original members of the Rock Steady Crew, Legs is one of the original B-boys, doing it before people had a name for it. As a kid he was creating moves that are now part of the B-boy vernacular, and in his teens he was traveling the world preaching the gospel of hip-hop, performing in Hollywood movies, and immersing himself in the music and culture of a new art form. He and hip-hop grew up together, and bringing him to the .... READ THE ENTIRE ARTICLE from The Huffington Post

"Puerto Rock Steady" during May 3rd to 6th, 2013.

Presented by Crazy Legs of Rock Steady Crew and sponsored by Magic 97.3 of Puerto Rico
will be the first of what will be an annual event.

The goal is to bring the global DJ / and dance scene together for a weekend of All Styles "funky" of dance and music. Expect Beach Parties, Pool Parties and a carefree nightlife.

Check the FB event page for more latest info!

Everyone has heard of cities like San Juan and Isla Verde on the Eastside of Puerto Rico.
Now it's time to rock out on the westside and experience some of the beauty that we have to offer.

EVENT INFORMATION

May 3:
V.I.Pete Pool Party / Meet and Greet (invitation only) and private location.

May 4:
11AM - 6PM Beach Party at Playa Montones.
It ain't nothing but chillen on the beach, dancing, eating and drinking while the DJ's play a variety of soulful music of many genres. Note that all of this takes place right outside your Villa door on the resort. It doesn't get any better. NO DRIVING for those of you staying at Parador Villas Del Mar Hau.

Also going down will be the "Shot Steady" freestyle Em Cee battle which will be hosted by Orlando's own MC MyVerse.
For questions about this battle, please post them on Facebook event page and you will get a response.
SPECIAL NOTE: Do not enter if you do not drink or have a strong liver! HA!

8PM-1AM "Feed Your Soul" Party at Olas y Arena is a gazebo style restaurant that will be converted to a club for the night. You will also be able to enjoy some of the great cuisine that they have to offer. Expect a buffet while you dance or even enjoy the bon fire that we will set up for everyone that wants to watch the skies from the beach.

More Info about Olas Y Arena:
Olas y Arena Restaurant is the ideal place to enjoy good wine and a creative menu. Our offerings include fish, shellfish and meats, worked with imagination, good taste and tropical flavor provided by the "Rincon Boricua". The pleasant sea breeze and dancing waves caress the golden sand providing a dream environment and an unforgettable dining experience.

May 5:
1PM- 6PM Calle Rock Steady Crew Block Party
We're taking it back to that NYC flavor and rocking on the streets of Isabela, Puerto Rico! Come celebrate the naming of a street in Puerto Rico after The Rock Steady Crew

May 6:
On this day, those of you that are still on the island and surviving the fun, can come along to San Juan for a day as we all head out to for the final party at La Respuesta. We will join resident DJ Velcro as we do a take over at one of the best spots on the island for that feel good music.


NO PANELS, NO SEMINARS, NO WORK. Just MUSIC and DANCE!