So, this kinda goes with the "Pick Up and Move" thread. It seems that different scenes gain momentum then die down. First it was DC, then LA, and then Seattle. I've spoken with a number of dancers, instructors, world champions, and legends. As of right now, Seattle has the #1 dance…
Originally posted Thursday, February 26, 2009 (3 years ago)
Now? I have no idea. There's Verdi on Tues, Cat's on Wed, 920 on Thur and Lindy in the Park on Sun that are all straight up lindy hop events in the city. I know the 920 numbers and can guess at the Cat's and Verdi ones but have no earthly idea about how much cross over there is and so can't tell you how many unique individuals are going out.
If you want to include nearby dances you can throw Swing Central, Wednesday Night Hop, 200 Grand, and Ashkenaz in there (probably a couple more I left out as well).
And if you want to include Blues there's even more than that. And of course there are also places like Amnesia, Biscuits and Blues, and Swig that aren't dance venues but often have danceable live music and so a handful of dancers go there on a regular basis.
But again, I don't know all the numbers and certainly not unique hits.
But I'm curious, why are you asking? While the SF/Bay Area certainly has one of the bigger scenes in regard to number of people who go out dancing regularly and number of venues, we're hardly one of the top scene in any other way.
Originally posted Friday, February 27, 2009 (3 years ago)
Quoted from "mouth" While the SF/Bay Area certainly has one of the bigger scenes in regard to number of people who go out dancing regularly and number of venues, we're hardly one of the top scene in any other way.
Not true. Mouth, I think you'd agree that the sexiest and coolest dancer folks live in SF.
--R
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Originally posted Friday, February 27, 2009 (3 years ago)
Quoted from "TheRiz"
Quoted from "mouth" While the SF/Bay Area certainly has one of the bigger scenes in regard to number of people who go out dancing regularly and number of venues, we're hardly one of the top scene in any other way.
Not true. Mouth, I think you'd agree that the sexiest and coolest dancer folks live in SF.
--R
If you represent the scene as a whole, then yes, I would agree!
Originally posted Friday, February 27, 2009 (3 years ago)
I still stand by my statement that SF has one of the overall attendace larger secens when everything is counted. Here are the SF events I know of and my guess at average attendance:
Monday: Julies Supper club: 20
Shades of Blue (not really swing but swing dancers show up) 40
Tuesday:
Verdi Club: 150
Swing Central-Redwood City: 120
Wednesday:
Le Colonial: 20
Cat s Corner: 40
Wendesday night hop-mountain view: 80
Thursday:
920 special: 120
200 Grand-Oakland- ?? (never been so I don t know attendance)
Top of the Mark-20
Le Colonial: 60 (only counting dancers)
Friday:
Friday night blues (Blues not swing, but swing dancers show): 100
Ahekanaz-Berkeley (occasional dance): 100
Saturday:
Lindy on Sproul: 20
Swing central (once a month)-??? (Never been here either)
Originally posted Friday, February 27, 2009 (3 years ago)
I'm sorry, how did this get to be a discussion of SF?
1.The info above is inaccurate - Shades of Blue is on Monday, 200Grand's turnout is minimal [I've literally left because there was no one to dance with], Burnie runs monthly Sat night dances, you make no mention of Friday Night Swing, and there are no more Sat nights in Redwood City.
2.No one can claim to know the numbers for any venue on a weekly basis unless you run the place.
3.This would seem to be the exact opposite of the Original Post on this thread but..... For those who are interested: Yes in SF we have lots of dancing and one can literally go out every night of the week [though some Sat]. There are lots of dancers. The technique level is generally not that high and the dancing is IMHO often "meh". There are almost no "Adv-Lvl" workshops/classes to be found, and few "National-Level" teachers/competitors to take privates with.
SF has a high quantity but low quality issue at the moment. But I only moved here a year ago, so give me some time ;-)
--R
ps>Another problem is the extreme divisive nature of the "scene" here. Nowhere else was I regularly asked, "Oh, so Where Do You Dance?". I am among the paltry few dancers that I been to literally every single venue in your list. I wonder if any other places are like that? I'll start a new thread and ask...
y i no haz signature? Come on people, make with the funny.
Originally posted Friday, February 27, 2009 (3 years ago)
I posted that based on the question earlier in the thread, and I did say my best guess at average numbers, never claimed them to be accurate numbers. You're right about Shades of blue I know that, should have caught that while editing.
I also posted it as a comparision if someone says their scene is up and coming how far does it need to go before it has arrived?
Originally posted Friday, February 27, 2009 (3 years ago)
lotoflindy - I'm glad you think SF is a big scene and are happy about that. But other scenes blow us out of the water. There is one weekly venue in DC that brings in something like 1000 attendees to their dance.
Also, as I noted, there's no way to even guess at what kind of overlap there is. Plenty of people who go to Cat's Corner might also go to 920 or Swing Central or whatever. So the only remotely accurate count would be on a given night. How many people go out on a single night? Maybe 200-300? That's nothing in comparison to other scenes.
We certainly aren't small, but we aren't really breaking any records either.
Originally posted Saturday, February 28, 2009 (3 years ago)
I like the diversity in SF, that each place has it's own regulars and it's own vibe. Sure there is overlap. And no question agout it DC kick ass, blows SF out of the water. I'm just saying there are not that many swing scenes in the US that are larger than SF, if you can count them on more than one hand I would be suprised.
As far as I know your experience is mainly with SF and NYC which are both on the larger size for dance scenes. Most dance scenes have around 2 dance nights a week and maybe 3 dozen lindy hoppers in the entire scene. That pales in comarison to SF (or NYC for that matter).
Originally posted Wednesday, May 27, 2009 (3 years ago)
Just to stir the pot a little...
I had 6 people come up to me this weekend during Frankie95, and told me that New Orleans is the NEXT big dance scene in their opinion. 4 or the 6 were international rockstars. When asked if they had read this thread, NONE of them had.
Originally posted Thursday, May 28, 2009 (3 years ago)
You know I have been skimming along through most of this thread. There are some apalling things going on. I need to examine it more closely.
Happiness is in your own back yard. And it doesn't matter how many people you are dancing about with. What matters is that you are around caring people and have fun with what you are doing.
You know it really grinds my gears when people call RubyMae words like "b itch" RubyMae is a Yehoodi advocate and a champion for cause of good and sensible posting.
Marcelo's post are wonderful in this thread in regards to history in trends. I haven't been to most of the places that he has been to. But his insights give me wonderful perspectives.
And I am particularly hit by the "1994" remarks. It does make me sad in kind of a way. I need to read over this whole thread two or three more times.
Originally posted Thursday, May 28, 2009 (3 years ago)
Quoted from "jlindyhopr" Just to stir the pot a little...
I had 6 people come up to me this weekend during Frankie95, and told me that New Orleans is the NEXT big dance scene in their opinion. 4 or the 6 were international rockstars. When asked if they had read this thread, NONE of them had.
Just sayin'. :)
I guess we'll have to ask DC to ship you the mascot and banner. =P
You're just happy bec. you'll have Natalie, Peter Loggins, Chance, Amy, and Todd in your town to dance with.
--R
y i no haz signature? Come on people, make with the funny.
Originally posted Thursday, May 28, 2009 (3 years ago)
I think the answer to where the next big scene cannot simply be answered by where some good dancers are moving. I think a better question is why are they moving? Mouth has pointed out that he moved to SF for reasons other than an awesome swing scene. Although a good swing scene is a factor in choosing where one lives it is not the biggest factor. I think a scene is founded on a mix of home grown and transplant swing dancers.
Even though N.O. has many top colleges in the area, this alone isn't enough to make a sustainable scene since a large transient populous doesn't equal large scene. Not that I'm saying that N.O. hasn't been getting better and better every day - but the next largest scene, I think not.
The North West is where it's at these days. Or of course S.F. Interestingly enough what makes San Francisco, Seattle and New Orland so awesome is the same: the ease of which to join the scene. Any scene that is accepting of people where they feel free to join a scene will flourish but high barrier any scene will die.
If anyone is interest in some good reading here are some books on why we live where be do or why we should move to somewhere better: "The Rise of the Creative Class" aka "Move to Austin" and "Who's Your City" aka "No wait move to Portland" by Richard Florida; and "The Geography of Nowhere" aka "Move to Portland" by James Howard Kunstler. Or go www.whosyourcity.com
Originally posted Thursday, May 28, 2009 (3 years ago)
Quoted from "swingvillain" I think the answer to where the next big scene cannot simply be answered by where some good dancers are moving. I think a better question is why are they moving?
Because they are extremely mobile individuals with friends in many places, and who can easily pick up stakes in one location and transplant to another. They are also individuals who are very drawn to live music scenes and the type of lifestyle New Orleans has to offer. Looking at the list of people who have moved or are going to move there this isn't exactly rocket science.
Originally posted Thursday, May 28, 2009 (3 years ago)
Quoted from "GuruReuben"
Quoted from "swingvillain" I think the answer to where the next big scene cannot simply be answered by where some good dancers are moving. I think a better question is why are they moving?
Because they are extremely mobile individuals with friends in many places, and who can easily pick up stakes in one location and transplant to another. They are also individuals who are very drawn to live music scenes and the type of lifestyle New Orleans has to offer. Looking at the list of people who have moved or are going to move there this isn't exactly rocket science.
Fair enough. But does mean New Orleans is the next mega scene? I don't think this alone puts New Orleans over the top or will in the near future.
Originally posted Thursday, May 28, 2009 (3 years ago)
Quoted from "swingvillain" Fair enough. But does mean New Orleans is the next mega scene? I don't think this alone puts New Orleans over the top or will in the near future.
It depends. If you are like me and only dance with Natalie, Peter Loggins, Chance, Amy, and Todd, then yes. If not, well... you're just not cool. :P
Originally posted Friday, May 29, 2009 (3 years ago)
For the record, that's where I learned to lindy, and it holds a very dear place in my heart. It's one of my favorite scenes in the world, and I was honored ro be a part of its resurgence. [/quote]
When you mention the DC scene, it's important to remember the DC-ites and Baltimorons pretty much hang like a unit dance wise. In that vein I have to add some names, venues, events, etc. I dance nearly every night of the week save recovery time for my aching legs and never have to get to the sister beltway. You left out Naomi and Sister Nina now lives in Charm City. Chiles Vandenbosch lakes only a title to claim his place as one of the best connection teachers in the civilized world, and Dorrie and Sommer are two of the best promoters, scene builders and self sacrificing Lindy addicts in the country. I think all of his subsantial beer money goes to that. Then you have some pretty strong old timers in Jane Ford, Charlie Wyler, Tom and Debra- all of whom have developed and some of whom still have great dance scenes even if you are not fond of one or more of them as judges or instructors.
If you want club scenes- let me invite you down to Fells Point and the Blues on Thames street. Not quite Bourbon street I grant you but waterfront and great places to impress locals with some rent party blues. Last Sunday I counted no less than 5 front men sit in with the hosting band and organically crete together live on stage... not bad.
We also have allot of new scenes here too.. Dickesville Mill 2 times a week.. the only haunted Lindy scene on the East Coast.. And Little Texas Mondays.. plus the Vietnam Vets on Wednesdays for Charm City lessons and Saturday dances alternating at Glen Echo and Dickesville.
If your not doing anything this June try the Lindy 500- www.lindy500.com- you get all 500 for just 85. Dickeysville events can be found at chileswing.com and Little Texas is posted at charmcityswing.com.
Hey.. we gave you the Duke, Billy Holiday and Cab Calloway.. and we are still swinging. DC is the current and next new hot scene...
Originally posted Friday, May 29, 2009 (3 years ago)
Some of the names you mentioned were a couple of the folks that told me they thought nola's the next scene, not to mention a couple of the instructors from DC not mentioned told me the same thing.
Originally posted Friday, May 29, 2009 (3 years ago)
You're not a troll, you just titled your thread poorly. If you'd just named it, "I think New Orleans is the next big lindy scene because...", well, it'd be a different ballgame, non?
Originally posted Friday, May 29, 2009 (3 years ago)
Quoted from "GuruReuben"
Quoted from "swingvillain" I think the answer to where the next big scene cannot simply be answered by where some good dancers are moving. I think a better question is why are they moving?
Because they are extremely mobile individuals with friends in many places, and who can easily pick up stakes in one location and transplant to another. They are also individuals who are very drawn to live music scenes and the type of lifestyle New Orleans has to offer. Looking at the list of people who have moved or are going to move there this isn't exactly rocket science.
Originally posted Friday, May 29, 2009 (3 years ago)
I still find it funny and entertaining that folks post why their dance scene doesn't suck vs. who is the next big one, or are in denial that there actually is a ranked 1 city out there.
I started this thread back in february. A lot has happened since then (dance wise), and I continuously have people coming up to me telling me that nola is next. I introduced myself to Joel Plys for the first time this past weekend (so sweet), and the first thing he said to me was, "wow, you're from new orleans? That's the next Seattle! You guys are the next big scene!".
Some people have pointed out some very valid reasons of why other cities will eventually be handed the torch (I don't see Seattle slowing down anytime soon). But, after traveling the past couple of months, I think Montreal will be a close 2nd place or 1st place. The quality of dancers there are outstanding, they have numerous dance schools to build the scene, they have huge rockstar events, and the Quebecois leads are just plain hot.
Oh yeah, 7and8, you now have a free place to stay in nola. Please advance forward to go... To Showdown!
Originally posted Friday, May 29, 2009 (3 years ago)
Quoted from "jlindyhopr" or are in denial that there actually is a ranked 1 city out there.
(1) We're not in denial; we just don't care.
(2) Whether there's a ranked 1 city is certainly open to debate. Just because you sayeth so does not maketh it true, and
(3) Assuming that it is the next big scene, why do you feel compelled to start a thread about it? Are you just bragging; are you looking for all the other Yehoodites to bow down to your superiority? Do you really think they're handing out prizes for "the next big scene?" If New Orleans is, in fact, the next big dance scene, it certainly wouldn't need a thread on Yehoodi to attract dancers; one would assume they would be moving there regardless of any "press" on Yehoodi. It's highly unlikely that someone read this thread and thought, "holy-sh!t, I had no idea New Orleans was going to be the next big scene, I better pack up and move there right now. Thank goodness for Yehoodi!"
Originally posted Friday, May 29, 2009 (3 years ago)
You didn't answer my questions.
I don't care what the next big scene is. I do care deeply to understand why you feel compelled to have everyone confirm that it's New Orleans. Would you feel less of a person living in scene number 2, or god forbid, scene number 15?
Originally posted Friday, May 29, 2009 (3 years ago)
RM, just when I thought you were finally starting to tone down being ugly to me.
I believe someone else posted on another thread to ignore the noise. When you can pose a question that doesn't sound insulting, I'll be happy to answer it. I really have no more tolerance for rudeness and am not in the mood for an altercation with you. Feel free to rewrite the question without the snarky noise, and I'll be happy to give you a polite answer.
The next big dance scene
So, this kinda goes with the "Pick Up and Move" thread. It seems that different scenes gain momentum then die down. First it was DC, then LA, and then Seattle. I've spoken with a number of dancers, instructors, world champions, and legends. As of right now, Seattle has the #1 dance…
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How many individual people per week do you figure go out in SF? How far outside of SF are you including in that number?
Ron
Now? I have no idea. There's Verdi on Tues, Cat's on Wed, 920 on Thur and Lindy in the Park on Sun that are all straight up lindy hop events in the city. I know the 920 numbers and can guess at the Cat's and Verdi ones but have no earthly idea about how much cross over there is and so can't tell you how many unique individuals are going out.
If you want to include nearby dances you can throw Swing Central, Wednesday Night Hop, 200 Grand, and Ashkenaz in there (probably a couple more I left out as well).
And if you want to include Blues there's even more than that. And of course there are also places like Amnesia, Biscuits and Blues, and Swig that aren't dance venues but often have danceable live music and so a handful of dancers go there on a regular basis.
But again, I don't know all the numbers and certainly not unique hits.
But I'm curious, why are you asking? While the SF/Bay Area certainly has one of the bigger scenes in regard to number of people who go out dancing regularly and number of venues, we're hardly one of the top scene in any other way.
Not true. Mouth, I think you'd agree that the sexiest and coolest dancer folks live in SF. --R
y i no haz signature? Come on people, make with the funny.
If you represent the scene as a whole, then yes, I would agree!
I still stand by my statement that SF has one of the overall attendace larger secens when everything is counted. Here are the SF events I know of and my guess at average attendance:
Monday: Julies Supper club: 20 Shades of Blue (not really swing but swing dancers show up) 40
Tuesday: Verdi Club: 150 Swing Central-Redwood City: 120
Wednesday: Le Colonial: 20 Cat s Corner: 40 Wendesday night hop-mountain view: 80
Thursday: 920 special: 120 200 Grand-Oakland- ?? (never been so I don t know attendance) Top of the Mark-20 Le Colonial: 60 (only counting dancers)
Friday: Friday night blues (Blues not swing, but swing dancers show): 100 Ahekanaz-Berkeley (occasional dance): 100
Saturday: Lindy on Sproul: 20 Swing central (once a month)-??? (Never been here either)
Sunday: Lindy in the Park: 150 Swig: 15
I'm sorry, how did this get to be a discussion of SF?
1.The info above is inaccurate - Shades of Blue is on Monday, 200Grand's turnout is minimal [I've literally left because there was no one to dance with], Burnie runs monthly Sat night dances, you make no mention of Friday Night Swing, and there are no more Sat nights in Redwood City. 2.No one can claim to know the numbers for any venue on a weekly basis unless you run the place. 3.This would seem to be the exact opposite of the Original Post on this thread but..... For those who are interested: Yes in SF we have lots of dancing and one can literally go out every night of the week [though some Sat]. There are lots of dancers. The technique level is generally not that high and the dancing is IMHO often "meh". There are almost no "Adv-Lvl" workshops/classes to be found, and few "National-Level" teachers/competitors to take privates with.
SF has a high quantity but low quality issue at the moment. But I only moved here a year ago, so give me some time ;-)
--R
ps>Another problem is the extreme divisive nature of the "scene" here. Nowhere else was I regularly asked, "Oh, so Where Do You Dance?". I am among the paltry few dancers that I been to literally every single venue in your list. I wonder if any other places are like that? I'll start a new thread and ask...
y i no haz signature? Come on people, make with the funny.
I posted that based on the question earlier in the thread, and I did say my best guess at average numbers, never claimed them to be accurate numbers. You're right about Shades of blue I know that, should have caught that while editing.
I also posted it as a comparision if someone says their scene is up and coming how far does it need to go before it has arrived?
lotoflindy - I'm glad you think SF is a big scene and are happy about that. But other scenes blow us out of the water. There is one weekly venue in DC that brings in something like 1000 attendees to their dance. Also, as I noted, there's no way to even guess at what kind of overlap there is. Plenty of people who go to Cat's Corner might also go to 920 or Swing Central or whatever. So the only remotely accurate count would be on a given night. How many people go out on a single night? Maybe 200-300? That's nothing in comparison to other scenes.
We certainly aren't small, but we aren't really breaking any records either.
I like the diversity in SF, that each place has it's own regulars and it's own vibe. Sure there is overlap. And no question agout it DC kick ass, blows SF out of the water. I'm just saying there are not that many swing scenes in the US that are larger than SF, if you can count them on more than one hand I would be suprised.
As far as I know your experience is mainly with SF and NYC which are both on the larger size for dance scenes. Most dance scenes have around 2 dance nights a week and maybe 3 dozen lindy hoppers in the entire scene. That pales in comarison to SF (or NYC for that matter).
Just to stir the pot a little...
I had 6 people come up to me this weekend during Frankie95, and told me that New Orleans is the NEXT big dance scene in their opinion. 4 or the 6 were international rockstars. When asked if they had read this thread, NONE of them had.
Just sayin'. :)
You win! Yay!
:roll:
I think dancers are attracted to music these days, rather than sheer numbers. I'd have to say New Orleans too!
You know I have been skimming along through most of this thread. There are some apalling things going on. I need to examine it more closely.
Happiness is in your own back yard. And it doesn't matter how many people you are dancing about with. What matters is that you are around caring people and have fun with what you are doing.
You know it really grinds my gears when people call RubyMae words like "b itch" RubyMae is a Yehoodi advocate and a champion for cause of good and sensible posting.
Marcelo's post are wonderful in this thread in regards to history in trends. I haven't been to most of the places that he has been to. But his insights give me wonderful perspectives.
And I am particularly hit by the "1994" remarks. It does make me sad in kind of a way. I need to read over this whole thread two or three more times.
You know it's better to stir with a delicate spoon. And in this thread I do believe you tried stirring with a shovel.
I guess we'll have to ask DC to ship you the mascot and banner. =P
You're just happy bec. you'll have Natalie, Peter Loggins, Chance, Amy, and Todd in your town to dance with. --R
y i no haz signature? Come on people, make with the funny.
And soon Kelly and Mia.
I guess we'll have to have a jazz funeral soon to represent the celebration of a new life in a new city.
I think the answer to where the next big scene cannot simply be answered by where some good dancers are moving. I think a better question is why are they moving? Mouth has pointed out that he moved to SF for reasons other than an awesome swing scene. Although a good swing scene is a factor in choosing where one lives it is not the biggest factor. I think a scene is founded on a mix of home grown and transplant swing dancers.
Even though N.O. has many top colleges in the area, this alone isn't enough to make a sustainable scene since a large transient populous doesn't equal large scene. Not that I'm saying that N.O. hasn't been getting better and better every day - but the next largest scene, I think not.
The North West is where it's at these days. Or of course S.F. Interestingly enough what makes San Francisco, Seattle and New Orland so awesome is the same: the ease of which to join the scene. Any scene that is accepting of people where they feel free to join a scene will flourish but high barrier any scene will die.
If anyone is interest in some good reading here are some books on why we live where be do or why we should move to somewhere better: "The Rise of the Creative Class" aka "Move to Austin" and "Who's Your City" aka "No wait move to Portland" by Richard Florida; and "The Geography of Nowhere" aka "Move to Portland" by James Howard Kunstler. Or go www.whosyourcity.com
Because they are extremely mobile individuals with friends in many places, and who can easily pick up stakes in one location and transplant to another. They are also individuals who are very drawn to live music scenes and the type of lifestyle New Orleans has to offer. Looking at the list of people who have moved or are going to move there this isn't exactly rocket science.
Reuben Brown - www.JiveJunction.com - Southern California
Fair enough. But does mean New Orleans is the next mega scene? I don't think this alone puts New Orleans over the top or will in the near future.
It depends. If you are like me and only dance with Natalie, Peter Loggins, Chance, Amy, and Todd, then yes. If not, well... you're just not cool. :P
For the record, that's where I learned to lindy, and it holds a very dear place in my heart. It's one of my favorite scenes in the world, and I was honored ro be a part of its resurgence. [/quote]
When you mention the DC scene, it's important to remember the DC-ites and Baltimorons pretty much hang like a unit dance wise. In that vein I have to add some names, venues, events, etc. I dance nearly every night of the week save recovery time for my aching legs and never have to get to the sister beltway. You left out Naomi and Sister Nina now lives in Charm City. Chiles Vandenbosch lakes only a title to claim his place as one of the best connection teachers in the civilized world, and Dorrie and Sommer are two of the best promoters, scene builders and self sacrificing Lindy addicts in the country. I think all of his subsantial beer money goes to that. Then you have some pretty strong old timers in Jane Ford, Charlie Wyler, Tom and Debra- all of whom have developed and some of whom still have great dance scenes even if you are not fond of one or more of them as judges or instructors.
If you want club scenes- let me invite you down to Fells Point and the Blues on Thames street. Not quite Bourbon street I grant you but waterfront and great places to impress locals with some rent party blues. Last Sunday I counted no less than 5 front men sit in with the hosting band and organically crete together live on stage... not bad.
We also have allot of new scenes here too.. Dickesville Mill 2 times a week.. the only haunted Lindy scene on the East Coast.. And Little Texas Mondays.. plus the Vietnam Vets on Wednesdays for Charm City lessons and Saturday dances alternating at Glen Echo and Dickesville.
If your not doing anything this June try the Lindy 500- www.lindy500.com- you get all 500 for just 85. Dickeysville events can be found at chileswing.com and Little Texas is posted at charmcityswing.com.
Hey.. we gave you the Duke, Billy Holiday and Cab Calloway.. and we are still swinging. DC is the current and next new hot scene...
Some of the names you mentioned were a couple of the folks that told me they thought nola's the next scene, not to mention a couple of the instructors from DC not mentioned told me the same thing.
Ask them their opinion. I'm curious. :).
Am I officially a troll yet? ;)
You're not a troll, you just titled your thread poorly. If you'd just named it, "I think New Orleans is the next big lindy scene because...", well, it'd be a different ballgame, non?
ftw.
I still find it funny and entertaining that folks post why their dance scene doesn't suck vs. who is the next big one, or are in denial that there actually is a ranked 1 city out there.
I started this thread back in february. A lot has happened since then (dance wise), and I continuously have people coming up to me telling me that nola is next. I introduced myself to Joel Plys for the first time this past weekend (so sweet), and the first thing he said to me was, "wow, you're from new orleans? That's the next Seattle! You guys are the next big scene!".
Some people have pointed out some very valid reasons of why other cities will eventually be handed the torch (I don't see Seattle slowing down anytime soon). But, after traveling the past couple of months, I think Montreal will be a close 2nd place or 1st place. The quality of dancers there are outstanding, they have numerous dance schools to build the scene, they have huge rockstar events, and the Quebecois leads are just plain hot.
Oh yeah, 7and8, you now have a free place to stay in nola. Please advance forward to go... To Showdown!
(1) We're not in denial; we just don't care.
(2) Whether there's a ranked 1 city is certainly open to debate. Just because you sayeth so does not maketh it true, and
(3) Assuming that it is the next big scene, why do you feel compelled to start a thread about it? Are you just bragging; are you looking for all the other Yehoodites to bow down to your superiority? Do you really think they're handing out prizes for "the next big scene?" If New Orleans is, in fact, the next big dance scene, it certainly wouldn't need a thread on Yehoodi to attract dancers; one would assume they would be moving there regardless of any "press" on Yehoodi. It's highly unlikely that someone read this thread and thought, "holy-sh!t, I had no idea New Orleans was going to be the next big scene, I better pack up and move there right now. Thank goodness for Yehoodi!"
You didn't answer my questions.
I don't care what the next big scene is. I do care deeply to understand why you feel compelled to have everyone confirm that it's New Orleans. Would you feel less of a person living in scene number 2, or god forbid, scene number 15?
Yeah. You think you bad? Try living in Albany.
you just got to listen to the music, 'cause it's talkin' to you man! -frankie http://www.zazzle.com/anarchyforpresident
RM, just when I thought you were finally starting to tone down being ugly to me.
I believe someone else posted on another thread to ignore the noise. When you can pose a question that doesn't sound insulting, I'll be happy to answer it. I really have no more tolerance for rudeness and am not in the mood for an altercation with you. Feel free to rewrite the question without the snarky noise, and I'll be happy to give you a polite answer.
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