Just Jam International: 25th and 26th Oct 2010

JJ 2010 sold out both days proving that it is hear to stay. The events took place in Dance City which is a national dance agency located in the city, and is the building where the jam (which has since taken place in a number of locations around Newcastle and the surrounding area) began.

Dance City is Just Jam’s spiritual home. They have supported the event since day one, and provide a beautiful set-up for the battles. If you want to see real b-boying, a real display of individual skills and brilliant music then this is the jam. It’s also a real family venue and open to all.

No matter where you are from or who you are, Just Jam welcomes all.” For people in the UK with even the slightest interest in the culture, the jam is definitely an event to attend. Expect to see “Amazing battles, top level b-boying, good music, friendly vibe and a professionally organised  b-boy event which is open for all. Top names from all over the country, as well as European b-boys like Blanka (of Floor Gangz), Monir (of Vagabonds, France), Intact (of Ruff Neck Attack, Ukraine) and a few other guests.

For the b-boys, it’s the chance to represent yourself, your crew and test your skills against the best in the UK and Europe. It is also the chance to win a top cash prize of £500, as well as goodies from the event sponsors! For the crowd, an awesome display of real b-boy culture; thrills, spills and dynamic skills!”

Jam and Juice

25th Oct 2010 Bad Taste Cru are constantly striving to push the boundaries of hip hop theatre and to inspire young dancers to create and experiment with the art of dancing on stage. This year we added a new element to the Just Jam weekend with a night of Hip Hop theatre performances from local, national and international groups. Performers included, Rockafellas (Poland), Looney Lock (Newcastle), Custom Breaks (Newcastle), Bad Taste Cru and many more, as well as live Hip Hop from Ken Masters and The Skruffs.

Just Jam International

Professional BBoy workshops from top European bboys, and Beginner workshops from Bad Taste Cru. This year we had workshops led by Thomas, and Pigs from Rockafellas for the advanced dancers as well as beginner workshops from bboys Balen and Rokas from Bad Taste Cru 1v1 Bboy Competition for £500 Over 50 of the UK’s top bboys competed against 12 invited quests worldwide for the £500 cash prize. . .

Winner – Mounir, Vagabonds Crew (France)

Runner Up – Spin, La Familia (London/Columbia)