Pbleepd.com's Top 20 Dancers

Top 20 Dancers [taken straight from pbleepd.com]
“The truest expression of a people is in its dance and in its music. Bodies never lie”. ~Agnes de Mille
What started as a top 10 list proved very difficult to maintain with an endless number of great dancers gracing the world with contemporary, creative and original dance and choreography.
Dance comes in a variety of forms from latin to hip-hop to ballet to tap; all unique in pattern but equal in difficulty and entertainment.
Here’s my top 20 dancers who have exceptionally entertained us with the art of dance.

20. Jennifer Lopez
Though the Latin diva is not famed for her dancing, not many people know that the Jennifer Lopez began her career as a dancer before going into acting.

19. Tina Turner
Tina Turner always got on the stage wearing big weave, a dress and heels and put so much energy into her dance moves. Her energetic dance style has gone on to inspire many artists, her influence is most evident in artists such as Beyonce.

18. Mya
With formal training in ballet and tap dancing, and street dance, Mya is an all round dancer. Plus her 2009 appearance on Dancing with the Stars further proves that she’s a versatile dancer.

17. Aaliyah
The smoothest dancer we know? Belly tops, baggy pants matched with slick dance moves was the signature style of Aaliyah that the world fell in love with.

16. Justin Timberlake
We always knew JT could dance during his N’SYNC days but he really stood out as a dancer when he broke out as a solo artist.

15. Ginuwine
During his hey dayz, Ginuwine had the looks, the voice and the moves to go with it. Has he still got it? I’ll let you decide, but let’s not forget the swag he brought to Timbaland beats such as Pony and So Anxious…

14. Beyonce
Even though she swagga-jacks probably 80% of her dance moves (only just found out she also copied the Naughty Girl dance sequence with Usher), it doesn’t take away the fact that she is a great mover and considerably one of the best performers of our time. The Single Ladies video was probably the best choreographed video I had seen in a looooong while.

13. Shakira
The belly dancing diva is one of my favourite dancers out there because her dance style doesn’t rely heavily on choreography. From her music videos and live performances, it’s pretty clear that no one can shake their hips like Shakira can!

12. Omarion
The self-proclaimed ‘King of Dance’…not sure if I agree with him being the King, but he is a very talented dancer for sure.

11. Ciara
When Ciara first stepped onto the scene, it was clear that she wasn’t the greatest of singers but her tomboy image and ATL dance style was enough to keep us intrigued with the star. What I loved most about her dance style when she first started off was that she danced like a boy (no pun intended). Though her dancing has evolved to a sexier style, she is still proving why she is right behind Janet in the female dance category.

10. Chris Brown
Let’s look past the domestic violence drama that took place at the tip of 2009 and just remember why we first fell in love with Chris Brown. He is definitely one of the best male dancers out there at the moment.

9. Usher
Musically, Usher hasn’t been able to recapture the magic we saw during the 8701 or Confessions era; however, Usher undoubtedly has the moves and knows how to put on a great performance.

8. MC Hammer
He was one hell of a dance machine! Minus the crazy fashion sense, this dude had moves!

7. Bobby Brown
Before there was Usher, Omarion & Chris Brown…there was Bobby Brown. He was a baaad dancer- I used to love this guy sooo much! He could have rose to be a bigger star than he was, he had the voice & the dance moves…not quite sure if he had the looks but girls still went crazy for him. Let’s reminisce back to the Bobby Brown we all used to love…

6. Janet Jackson
Her 2009 performances may have been weak in comparison to her performances back in the day, but hey what can you exhttp://www.blogger.com/img/blank.gifpect? after all she isn’t getting any younger. So even though she doesn’t dance with the same energy that she used to, there is still no denying that Janet is probably the best female dancer ever.

5. Gene Kelly
The talented dancer, actor, singer, choreographer, film director and producer, is probably best known for his performance in ‘Singing in the Rain’. His creative, show-stopping dance sequences such as his ‘alter ego’ dance performance and tap dancing on skates, made it clear that this man was a dance genius.

4. Fred Astaire
The Broadway stage dancer, choreographer, actor and singer was described by Michael Jackson as ‘the best’. There’s no doubt that Fred Astaire is a great dancer who became an important influence in filmed dance.

3. Nicholas Brothers
Neither Fayard nor Harold Nicholas had any formal dance training but that didn’t stop them from becoming two of the greatest tap dancers the world has seen.

2. Michael Jackson
What can I say that hasn’t already been said about this man? The number of people he has inspired is innumerable. Michael Jackson is a legend and his name will live on forever.

1. James Brown
I had to put the man who inspired MJ to dance number 1. Unlike the hardcore choreography that were used to seeing in music videos & performances today, James Brown just danced from the soul.


To see rest of the videos from each person on the list go HERE

Celebrities Celebrate 30 Years With MOCA

The Museum of Contemporary Art, Los Angeles (MOCA) commissioned Lady Gaga and dancers from the Bolshoi Ballet for a one-night-only performance to celebrate the museum’s 30th anniversary and the opening of the exhibition Collection: MOCA’s First Thirty Years. Lady Gaga performed "Speechless" the video is below the pictures.
Other celebrities in attendance were Ciara, Pharrell, Gwen Stefani, Gavin Rossdale, and John Legend.

MTV Shows

Photos:Rap-Up

Justin Finishes Shriners Hospital Open With Concert

Justin Timberlake's Shriners Hospital For Children Open finished its week long festivities on Saturday (Oct 17) with a concert. The Justin & Friends concert featured Timbaland, Snoop Dogg, Taylor Swift, Jay Sean, T-Boz and Chili of TLC, Ciara and Alicia Keys.
I only have a few pictures now but there is more to come. Justin and Timbaland premiered their single "Carry Out" off Tim's upcoming release Shock Value 2.

Justin was all over the place last night showing off his skills. JT rapped with Snoop, beatboxed with Timbaland, played Nirvana's "Smells Like Teen Spirit" and mashed up King’s of Leon “Use Somebody” with "Cry me a river" as well as Coldplay’s Viva La Vida & Lovestoned.

Justin & Timbaland - Carry Out


Photos:JustinTimberlake.com

Ciara Working With JT Again?

According to a new article published in The Observer, Ciara working with Justin Timberlake again.

The two already recorded two songs for her Fantasy Ride album, "G Is for Girl (A-Z)" and "Love Sex Magic"

According to the magazines editor Devorah Rose, the reason given for CiCi's absence was "she got an opportunity to go into the recording studio with Justin Timberlake."

I wouldn't be surprised if this is true.

Photo:WOJ

Ciara Cuts Her Hair

Ciara didn't just trim her long locks she cut them off. The singer posted picters on her Twitter page Friday of her new bob.

Photos:Rap-Up

New Video: Ciara Ft. Missy Elliot - Work It

This is Ciara's second single off Fantasy Ride.

Quick Update: Ciara,

Ciara was spotted in Los Feliz, CA on Tuesday. Possibly house hunting? Is Ciara looking to moving to Cali from Atlanta?

Guess Who Was Spotted At The Transformers Premiere

Ciara and Aubrey O'Day walked the red carpet to the Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen premiere in Westwood, Calif., on Monday. Ciara will take the stage with Brit again! The "Love Sex Magic" singer will open for Brit on her second tim around in the U.S. for the Circus tour.
Photos:Rap-Up

Now! That's What I Call Music!

I can't believe how many Now! CD's have been made. The latest CD, Now! 31, will be available on June 30. Check out the track listing before to see if your favorite star's hit song is on it.

1. The Black Eyed Peas -Boom Boom Pow
2. Flo Rida -Right Round
3. Lady Gaga -Poker Face
4. Pitbull -I Know You Want Me (Calle Ocho)
5. Jamie Foxx -Blame It
6. TI w/Justin Timberlake -Dead And Gone

7. Kid Cudi -Day & Nite
8. Soulja Boy Tell ‘Em -Kiss Me Thru The Phone
9. Beyonce -Halo
10. Ne-Yo -Mad
11. Pink -Please Don’t Leave Me
12. Ciara w/Justin Timberlake -Love Sex Magic
13. Britney Spears -If U Seek Amy
14. Kelly Clarkson -My Life Would Suck Without You
15. 3OH!3 -Don’t Trust Me
16. The Ting Tings -That’s Not My Name
17. The Fray -You Found Me
18. Nickelback -If Today Was Your Last Day
19. Lady Antebellum -I Run To You
20. Charice -Note To God 

Photo:MyEmail

Sneak Peak: Ciara - Work

Here's a sneak preview of Ciara's music video for "Work."

2009 MTV VMA's In Japan

The 2009 MTV Video Music Awards Japan was held on Saturday at the Saitama Super Arena. Ciara performed “Love Sex Magic” in a skintight bodysuit. The Black Eyed Peas also performed along with Sean Garret. The Beastie Boys were presenters.

Photos:Rap-Up

Z100's Zootopia Takes Over Izod Center

Z100's 2009 Zootopia concert took over the Izod Center in East Rutherford, NJ on Saturday. Ciara, Black Eyed Peas, Kelly Clarkson Flo Rida, Soulja Boy, The All American Rejects and Jessie McCartney took the stage. Flo Rida & Soulja Boy offered to show some skin during their performances. To watch the interviews or see more pictures, head on over to Z100.com

Photos:Rap-Up & Z100

Behind The Scenes: JT & Ciara Video Shoot

Love the sexy "Love Sex & Magic" video? Check out a ten minute clip of how they made the video.

Behind The Scenes: JT & Ciara In The Studio

Justin Timberlake and Ciara working on "Love Sex and Magic" in the studio. This exclusive clip is what you get when you by Ciara's Fantasy Ride the Deluxe Edition.

Ciara Performs On SNL

I personally felt like she was boring. The seemed to be no energy. What do you think?

Ciara's Fantasy Ride Out Now

Ciara brings Justin Timberlake, Ludacris, Chris Brown and many more on this album!

Check out imeem to listen to the full album. You must log in to listen to the tracks.

You can buy the album HERE

They have the regular album, deluxe edition, and CD and DVD set.

Photo:imeem

Music Stars Strut The Red Carpet For Fashion

Costume Institute’s “The Model as Muse: Embodying Fashion” Gala at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City on Monday. Justin Timberlake (pictured with girlfriend Jessica Biel) co-hosted the event with Kate Moss. Ciara, Kanye West, Madonna, and Rihanna attended the gala.

Who was the best dressed out of these few? Who was the worse?

Jessica Biel looks really pretty and so does Ciara. I don't know what's going on with Madonna's hair.

Photos:Rap-Up

Picture of The Day

Ciara & Jimmy Fallon participated in the 12th Annual EIF Revlon Run/Walk for Women in NYC. Also pictured, actresses Jennifer Connelly, Jessica Alba, and Jessica Biel who also participated.

Photo:Rap-Up

Quick Updates: Lil Wayne

Lil Wayne's first rock album, ReBirth, has been pushed back more than 3 times already. The new date is June 23.

Ciara performed at nightclub G-A-Y Heaven in London on Saturday. The R&B singer is returning to New York this week to start her U.S. promotional tour. Check out the links for Ciara's performances at Heaven: 1,2 Step // Goodies // Love Sex Magic

Ciara Strikes A Pose On Top Model

Ciara vogued with the contestants of America's Next Top Model on Wednesday’s episode. The model wannabes posed as Ciara’s obsessed fans while Super C took the stage.