'Choreographers are the new DJs': The art of the viral dance routine
Choreographers are increasingly recognized for their role in creating viral dance routines that accompany popular songs. Artists like PinkPantheress and Zara Larsson have seen their music gain renewed attention through these choreographed sequences. The connection between performers and fans is emphasized as a key element in the success of these viral dances.
- ▪Choreographers like Luam Keflezgy and Lola Beckers have created viral dance routines for artists such as PinkPantheress and Zara Larsson.
- ▪The choreography for PinkPantheress's song 'Girl Like Me' features a canon sequence that enhances the visual appeal of the performance.
- ▪Zara Larsson's song 'Lush Life' gained popularity partly due to a new dance routine that was created spontaneously in the studio.
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'Choreographers are the new DJs': The art of the viral dance routineJust nowShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleJasmine SandharandNaomi de Souza,BBC Newsbeat Getty ImagesSingers PinkPantheress and Zara Larsson have provided the soundtracks to viral dancesWhether it's the arm swings of Zara Larsson's Lush Life or the geometric shapes of the PinkPantheress song Girl Like Me, chances are you've seen - and maybe even tried - the dance routines.Videos of fans copying the moves to hits from both artists have racked up millions of views online.But what makes sequences like this go viral?According to one choreographer to the stars, the best move is "often the first thing that comes out".Luam Keflezgy has created routines for greats including Beyoncé, Alicia Keys, Kelly Rowland and now also the…
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