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Outside the Lyrics
The Surprising Origins of Streetwear
Hip-hop Heads and Skater punks fused styles, bringing Streetwear mainstream.
How This West Coast Dance Style Took Over America
Outside the Lyrics explores the sub-cultures that emerge out of Southern California through the stories of pioneers who help shape and redefine their histories. In this digital series, artists, tastemakers, and fans share with hosts Taj Frazier, PhD, and Perry B. Johnson, PhD, how they navigate their craft, where they draw their inspiration, and the people and neighborhoods that influenced them.
How This West Coast Dance Style Took Over America
Season 1 Episode 2 | 10m 0s | CC
“Krump” is a unique West Coast dance style that emerged in the late 90s and early 2000s. Originally performed in dance battles in parking lots, it grew to the stage with major musical acts. Host Dr. Taj Frazier meets with dance legend and fellow Krump founder, Marquisa "Miss Prissy" McCray the Queen of Krump, to discuss how a few young adults transformed a South LA dance into a global culture.
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