G.A.G.A @ Zigudance Experience( Zigudo Bar ).MOV

Alternative Groove via G.A.G.A. joined the Zigudance Experience dance competition on November 3, 2011 and they garnered the top spot from the said event. The group is composed of Danilo Dexter Guibone (Groove Unlimited/Alternative Groove/Distinct Feature), Noe Ross Calicdan (Alternative Groove/Groove Unlimited), Takahiro Kaneko (Groove Unlimited/Distinct Feature/Alternative Groove), Lloyd Callao (Alliance/ReUp Alliez/SWAGG) and Kenneth Delideli (Alternative Groove/Groove Unlimited). They performed an upbeat dance routine with varied dance styles ranging from Swag, Whack, Isos and Bboy that made the crowd shout as a sign of them being entertained. Though the routine was not all smoothly executed, the group still won the crowd and eventually taken the judges' nod. Congratulations and keep up the good work.

Here is the clip of the group's performance. Enjoy!!!

ALternative Groove Qualifies for Globe Campus Connect Super Showdown Regionals

Alternative Groove, a school-based dance group in Davao, qualifies to the regional finals of Globe Telecommunications' Campus Connect Super Showdown. It is a competition of student talents between schools. It will be held on September 5, 2011 in Cagayan de Oro City.

The group is composed of students from the University of the Immaculate Conception coming from various courses offered by the institution. Should they make it in the Regionals, they shall advance in the National finals and get the opportunity to represent Mindanao.

Help them get the chance to represent by either doing one of the two ways:

First: text voting
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Like the Globe Telecom fan page( www.facebook.com/globeph )
search for ALTERNATIVE GROOVE on the album Regional Finalist- Mindanao and kindly LIKE their photo.

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Meet GCC!!!

Alternative Groove was privileged to experience the expertise of one of Davao's recognized movers of hiphop Mr. Gianne Carlo Chua. Known for his revolutionary artistic vision he took some time to share his recent choreography to the group. Very soon he and his team will be launching a dance workshop entitled Something We All Got...God (S.W.A.G.G.).

To get a feel of what is in store of this upcoming workshop series, here is the sample video of his dance choreography.

Enjoy!!!

IN FOCUS: Joey E. Toledo

On Tuesday, June 14, 2011, the Alternative Groove had the opportunity to experience the talent and skills of one of Mindanao Dance Artist Academy's fine dancer and choreographer, Mr. Joey Toledo. As young as he is, he was seen to have great talent of a wide spectrum of dance. What's more interesting is that he ventures into dance styles that are not much seen in the mainstream. 

Joey, JET or Noy as what most of his friends call him, dances Jazz, Breakdance and many others. He has fine lines of execution. He does his routines cleanly and that he has deep creative choreography ideas. Alternative Groove has seen this great promise in him and has tried to arrange some time for him to share his skills on contemporary hiphop to the crew. As the group tries to venture on unexplored styles, Joey's style is definitely one of it. For several months the group tried to schedule his availability and it finally came on the day before he left to Manila.

It was not as easy as it was to be organized. Schedule was tight and unforeseen lines were crossed. At the end of the day, the group was thankful that it finally pushed through. Big thanks go out to Mindanao Dance Artist Academy for allowing the activity to happen; to Mr. Albert Oponda for the video coverage; to Jhoey Zulueta, Jonathan Endonela, Bboy Tribe and the jazUp Dance Crew for participating; to the members of the Alternative Groove who took time despite their busy schedules; and most especially to Mr. Joey Toledo himself for his generosity and whole-hearted sharing.

You're friends here in Davao will definitely miss you but at the same time they wish you the best as you venture into greener pastures. Always be guided by your dream. Focus on it and never let the enthusiasm fade away. Trials will surely come but if you are strongly anchored with your faith and determination, everything will be fine. You have what it takes to succeed on your chosen field.

Here's the video of the dance workshop conducted. Enjoy.

Alternative Groove 2D Next Limit

On May 15, 2011, Alternative Groove, a dance group formed in a University in Davao City, Philippines has joined again the Groove Unlimited Dance Community Showcase called Groovestylz 8. The group has continuously committed to venture on taking the challenge to innovate and present a dance piece that raises its previous performances. Despite the struggle of forming a group of at least twenty participants and a fastly turning over group in terms of membership, it has still managed to be blessed with people who believe and are interested to hone their skills in hip hop dance. With the guidance of its main choreographer, Danilo Dexter Guibone Jr. and the leadership of the group's president, Noe Ross Calicdan, they were able to pull out a very much appreciated performance. Recognition is also due for members of the crew who have developed their choreography skills. Josef Ivan Manila, Micky Baylosis and Jason Cadelina have generously shared their skills in the conception of the presentation. This just goes to show how members of the crew are not only able to develop their talent in dancing but also in developing their potentials in creating artistic choreography in line with their dance style interest.

Alternative Groove 2D Next Limit
 Back row: Kenneth, Kim, Rabbi, Leonel,Micky, Lloyd,Ralph, Crmz
Middle Row: Laurence, Rhea, Zandro, Josef, Francis, Gayle, Dennis
Front Row: Homer, Jason, Noe, Dexter, Ivy

The addition of the Next Limit Cru to the Alternative Groove has now formed a new coalition coined as Alt Grv 2D Nxt Lmt. Much gratitude is given to the Next Limit Crew's lead and main choreographer  Mark Jason Calvelo. 

With the forging of this new merger, the group aims to reach greater heights and participate in more dance activities that will help each other develop and push each other to reach greater heights. The Alternative Groove and the Next Limit Cru shall continue to synergize for future dance opportunities. With this, it hopes to show that there is no need for dance crews to pull each other down in order for the other to rise. 

The group continues to hold dance workshops within their area. Everyone is invited to participate and give themselves the chance to develop their passion for the craft. Just click on this link for more information. Being skilled is not a requirement. Being motivated and interested is more preferrable.  

Video courtesy of ThePopev1. Your comments and insights will be highly appreciated.