Tag: music videos

10 Dancy Music Videos for Last-Minute Halloween Costume Inspo

If Halloween snuck up on you this year, no judgment from us—it’s been a busy autumn. Luckily for you, Dance Spirit is here to provide some last-minute costume ideas that are inspired by music videos with some of the best choreography. “Sorry” by Justin Bieber Bring out the vibrant colors and branded clothing. Then, layer […]

The New Jonas Brothers Music Video is a Dance-Filled Blessing

Well Dance Spirit fans, it’s official—we have been blessed with the first Jonas Brother music video of 2020. And just when you thought your favorite singing trio couldn’t get any better, they came into the decade with one of the most dance-packed music videos we’ve seen in a minute. In the video, the Jo Bros […]

6 Music Videos Inspired by the Work of Bob Fosse

Choreographer Bob Fosse‘s signature style—with its jazz hands, inverted knees, and slouched shoulders—is still a huge influence in the dance world (and, thanks to the gloriously dancy FX series “Fosse/Verdon,” the TV world). But while you know to expect plenty of Fosse-isms during a stage performance of Chicago or Sweet Charity, Fosse’s legacy has also […]

The American Music Awards Performances You've Gotta Watch ASAP

ICYMI, one of music’s biggest events happened last night: the American Music Awards (aka, a chance for the industry’s best singers to strut their stuff—usually with a squad of the fiercest dancers around). The show always brings some fabulously dancy performances, but the ones below were our top faves. Cardi B, Bad Bunny & J […]

Ciara Wears Pointe Shoes, Dancers Everywhere Cringe

Why, Ciara, why? That’s the question we’ve been asking ever since we saw the R&B star’s latest video, “I Bet,” in which she straps on a pair of pointe shoes. You may be thinking, “OK, it can’t be that bad…right?” Well, let’s just say #SickleCity Ballet Company has found its newest principal: She’s lucky her […]

Watch Kyle Hanagami and a "Dance Moms" Star (No, Not that One) Together in the Studio

Have you seen Jess Godwin’s “Fool Me Once” video starring “Dance Moms” cutie Chloe Lukasiak? It’s been making waves on the interwebs since it dropped last week. Godwin’s soulful piano ballad pairs perfectly with Chloe’s lyrical movement—which was smartly choreographed by Dance Spirit fave Kyle Hanagami. It’s the perfect video for a quiet Saturday afternoon: […]

Shaping Sound + Carrie Underwood = Magic

Ever since Carrie Underwood played Maria Von Trapp in NBC’s “The Sound of Music Live!,” the country singer has had a special place in our hearts. But last night, when she revealed her new video for “Something in the Water” on Twitter, we fell even deeper in love. Why? Because it features none other than […]

Ballet Is for Music Videos, Too

Ballet has had its moments in rock and pop music videos, but it’s not something that has been consistently successful—anyone remember Rihanna’s ill-fated attempt to look good in pointe shoes? Let’s face it: When music videos utilize ballet they’re usually trying to appear more artsy, and in the process they can lose sight of their […]