Ryan Francois talks about the history of lindy hop, the impact social media and the internet have on the outcome of the dance and finally reminds us not to sacrifice our individuality and creativity to mainstream hopping. Being different is what it‘s all about.

A must must must see for ev’rybod-y: Call of the Jitterbug

Documentary about Lindy Hop, the word ‘Jitterbug’, Harlem and the Savoy as birthplace of the Lindy Hop and melting pot. Listen to Frankie, Norma, Mama Lu Parks, George Lloyd, Dizzy Gillespie (“Dancing enhances music!”), Sandra Gibson, Delilah Jackson and Sugar Sullivan-Niles!

“Dancin’ was just a way of life!”

produced by Swing Bud Films

Shorty and Big Bea

Down South Camp Meeting

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OeSbrvHgdNw