Musical Concert :Stylish Step

Went down to see a national hip hop dance competition at the indoor stadium in Vietnam. Again it was an overwhelming experience, and there were musical performances as well.

This competition is titled Kotex Style Chung Kết Khu Vực Dước Nhảy Xi Tin 2008 or "Stylish Step 2008" , basically I think this competition typifies hip hop culture in Vietnam, something which the advent of globalization has brought about, particularly among the youth. A trend that is fast picking up among Vietnamese youths.

There were some singers present that day to perform songs as well, such as Hai Yen, Dang Khoi, Bao Thy and Dinh Tien Dat. These musical performances are indeed a good way to bridge the gap between audiences and artists. Here are some of the highlights, including a beat boxing scene, highlighting the growth of foreign influences in Vietnamese music, in particular, of the rising trend of hip hop culture.


This is the dance of one of the winning teams, what's interesting is that for this round each team had to come up with their own dance number for the same piece of music. And this piece of music is unique in that its an instrumental piece, but it is hip hop and traditional at the same time, sort of a hybridity of both, mixed together for a wonderful effect, played on stage together with photos of Vietnamese culture. Showing the diverse nature that music has evolved into from the past. Hip hop music coupled with Vietnamese tunes and instruments. Check it out..