Another epic dance battle took place at the Red Bull Dance Your Style Manila Qualifiers, which were held on July 27 at Octopus in Makati. The intense competition featured Luzon's top dancers. With the conclusion of the series of qualifiers, the country eagerly awaits the grand showdown where finalists will battle it out for the coveted title and the chance to represent Philippines in the Red Bull Dance Your Style World Finals.
The regional qualifiers for the unique global street dance competition swept the nation, challenging dancers from Cebu, Davao, and Manila to showcase their talent as they freestyled to a random selection of songs. Each city hosted intense competitions, with dancers from all over the country pushing their limits and captivating audiences with their distinct styles and high-energy performances. Each of them competed for a spot in the Red Bull Dance Your Style National Finals.
Manila experienced extraordinarily high levels of competition. With his flawless moves and unquestionable charisma, Klockwise (Kenneth Martinez) won the competition and gave an incredible performance. Considering his experience with Red Bull Dance Your Style.
“I’ve only (followed) Red Bull Dance Your Style via social media, then when it came to the Philippines, I went over to watch it live (and) the (following) year as well. When I was in the audience, I had a vision of myself performing on stage. That’s when I made it my goal that one day I would dance, perform, and show my skills. It’s super unexpected. I just wanted to enjoy, to show what I enjoy doing. I’ll prepare highlights and ground moves, create new patterns of my locking, and of course, listen to new music.” ~Klockwise (Kenneth Martinez)
He revealed that he listened to a lot of music and performed freestyle to it in order to get ready for the qualifiers. He added that in the run-up to the National Finals, he would continue much as before.
Kid Magnus (Flourence Lavesores) who won first runner up, shared that the event felt less like a competition.
“I really just enjoyed it. The crowd was so energetic and happy, which made me feel that I was just dancing, enjoying the music, dancing to the beat. I was a bit pressured because (my fellow) competitors (are) well known, but all of them were very nice.” ~Kid Magnus (Flourence Lavesores)
Tatai, a Japanese dancer who made it to the top 4, expressed her joy and enthusiasm at being able to join the competition.
“It’s about letting your mind go crazy, expressing your love for dance, and enjoying music.I want to practice more, perfect my favorite dance, and give it my all on the next stage.” ~Tatai, a Japanese dancer
Klockwise, Kid Magnus, Tatai, and Q have also qualified for the National Finals, joining R3DMAN (Edrian Alcaria) and MSTR PIECE (Regie Harris Lavestre), the Davao qualifier's winner and first runner-up, respectively. The finalists include Nemesis (Sam Rivera) and Khlai (Khlai Vargaso Batula), the winner and first runner-up of the Cebu qualifier, bringing the total to eight from the qualifiers. The remaining National Finals slots will be filled by wildcard picks.
Red Bull Dance Your Style dance consultants, Vince Mendoza and Lema Diaz of the Philippine All-Stars, expressed their excitement for the upcoming National Finals especially after seeing the talents from the qualifiers in Manila, Cebu, and Davao.
“There were so many unforgettable moments. You could tell that everybody brought their A-game and did not hold back. Everybody really wanted to have the top spot to participate in the National Finals. All you have to do is be yourself, show everybody what you’ve got. What makes you different from the rest is your own experience, your own flavor, where you come from. Carry that with you and let the crowd decide who moves on to the next (stage).” ~Lema Diaz of the Philippine All-Stars
On what he looks forward to seeing in the National finals. Vince Mendoza offered as his advice for dancers as they gear up for the National Finals.
“I want to see more identity, creativity, performance, and maturity of the dancers, understanding the message of the music and the crowd. That’s really hard to achieve as a dancer, but for the young generation, they’re really fast at learning and adapting. Listen to new music, different styles, and different genres. Enjoy the music; don't force yourself to train. It’s not about winning or losing; it’s about transformation. Accept your identity, accept your uniqueness, and showcase that uniqueness. Don’t be afraid and believe in yourself.” ~Vince Mendoza of the Philippine All-Stars
The Red Bull Dance Your Style Philippines National Finals are quickly approaching, and excitement is building. Crowds from all over the country are looking forward to what promises to be an electrifying and intense competition. The National Finals are set to be a spectacular celebration of street culture, with thrilling dance battles, stunning choreography, and a showcase of the nation's best talent.
Mark your calendars! Don't pass up the opportunity to take part in this incredible competition and cheer on your favorite dancers as they compete for glory. Catch the Red Bull Dance Your Style Philippines National Finals live on September 28, and stay tuned for more information. Prepare to witness the ultimate street dance showdown! Follow Red Bull Dance Your Style Philippines' journey to the World Finals in India on November 9, 2024.
For more information and updates regarding this year’s season of Red Bull Dance Your Style, visit the official Red Bull website and the following social media pages (Facebook | Instagram | Tiktok)
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