Tag: bruno mars

"Uptown Funk" Becomes "Oldtown Funk"

Though dance often idolizes youth, we at Dance Spirit are equally enamored of any elderly person who can really get down. We love dancing grannies and grandpas because they continuously show us that age aint nothin’ but a number. Behold: Oldtown Funk. What do you get when you take Bruno Mars’ infectiously danceable song “Uptown […]

World's Funnest Teacher Stages "Uptown Funk" Dance Party

Every high school has one—or, if it’s lucky, more than one: The Cool Teacher™. You know who I’m talking about. She’s the chemistry whiz who’s unafraid to show her love for Lady Gaga. Or the history buff who brings in cheese feasts for his AP classes (seriously—that was the signature move of my high school’s […]

A Thank You Note to Bruno Mars

OK, so we’ve had a day to think it over—to relive the magic through GIFs, clips and discussion boards. It’s about time we take a minute to appreciate Bruno Mars and his epic Super Bowl halftime show. Dear Bruno Mars, Thanks for the fancy footwork… That’s right: Bruno Mars’ band members double as his backup […]

Jake Gaba Sure Knows How to Sightsee

OK, Buzzfeed, we’re still a little upset with you for ragging on Center Stage. But we’ve got to hand it to you: “A Student Spent Three Months Dancing Across China to a Bruno Mars Song” is quite a treasure. Thank you for introducing us to this guy (aka Jake Gaba, aka our new favorite person): […]

The Healing Power of Song—and Dance

Last night’s Grammys belonged to two people: Adele, who (rightfully) took home every award under the sun, and the late, great Whitney Houston. Both will always be known as singers of incredible power and purity. Like Houston, Adele has figured out that the best way to showcase a gorgeous voice is to pare everything else […]