FNNSDD5 Finalist Interview - F.I.X

Well Well, It down to the 15 Finalist in the FNNSDD5 that is happening this Saturday!! 

I got the chance to interview the group that came all the way from Malaysia - F.I.X !

 I am WOW-ed by their tight choreography, their creative moves and their teamwork. Now, lets get to the interview!

Photo of F.I.X at the Preliminary Round

1. Why is your group called "F.I.X" ?

The full name for FiX is FreeInSix. We actually started off as 3 combined crews which are Free Crew + Insane Crew + 24siX crew.

2. How did F.I.X come together as a group?

Our crew came together for a local television competition in malaysia. Which are Astro Battleground, but our chemistry as a group is solid so we remained as a crew and continued competing in various local competition.

Studio Photo - Credit F.I.X

3.  What is F.I.X's Favourite dance genre?

FiX fav dance genre would be popping animation. We are a all-style-anything-goes group, therefore it is hard to say. It is also due to our individuality that it became hard to define our genre.

4.What is the biggest challenge that F.I.X have faced so far as a group?

The biggest challenge that FiX have faced so far as a group would be our self, in many different ways. We always choose to compete our new routine against our old routine with "can our new routine beat the old?". And as dancer our self we tends to compete against each other on "who improve the most". There is also our different in opinion and ideas that sometimes can be a big challenge as we argue and debate... ALOT!

Studio photo - Credit F.I.X

5. What does F.I.X hope to achieve from taking part in FNNSDD5?

We hope to achieve international level stage experience from taking part in FNNSDD5, it will be our stepping stone to a higher level we must say that this "stepping stone" is a VERY BIG STONE.

6.What Inspires all members of F.I.X to continue dancing?

What inspired us to keep dancing is different, but as a crew i would say it is due to chemistry. But individually, it ranged from love of dance, to the only thing that I see myself doing, to YOLO(You only live once).

7. Could F.I.X members give tips to fellow dance enthusiast who love to dance but are afraid to step out?

Well, YOLO (You Only Live Once)... The question is, If you dont start now, when are you gonna start?

Photo of F.I.X at the Preliminary Round

Well, it's really cool to have dance groups from our neighbouring countries to come join in the fun at FnN Singapore Dance Delight Vol.5! I've seen dance groups with members that come from different backgrounds but the teamwork they show is really stunning, well, all I can say is they have a common goal,dance and pride is the driving force. :)

Congratulates to F.I.X again and I can't wait to see their performance in the Finals on 10th May 2014 at the Kallang Theatre!

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With Love, M♥

FNNSDD5 Finalist Interview - The Gentlemen Collective

Congratulations on The Gentlemen Collective for getting into the finals!!

So, I got the chance to interview this group of passionate boys and got to know a little more about The Gentlemen Collective. They are really a group of nice boys who just want to dance till they drop(dead), I'm Serious! Take a look at the interview below! :)

The Gentlemen Collective and their Group Logo Tee

1. Why is your group called "TGC" and how did TGC come together as a group?

We are called The Gentlemen Collective because we think that it represents our concept, our music and what our instructors want us to portray, and we think that this name really send the message out and also our identity out to the audience.

We were caught by our higher authorities, our instructors, our choreographers chose us and they felt that we would be a good team to work together with. No, we did not have a choice, we just received a message like it was like a spy show, *cue phone ring tone* , then we all are decided.

The Gentlemen Collective at the Preliminary round

2. What is the biggest challenge that TGC have faced so far as a group?

When we all first came together, we were all plagued by injuries from our previous dance exerience and stuff, we were very injured, so that hindered our practice for awhile. We've even been to the A& E a few times, so we felt that that was our biggest challenge. After we got past that, everyone recovered, our prac(practice) could continue.

The Gentlemen Collective at the Preliminary round

3. What does TGC hope to achieve from taking part in FNNSDD5?

We hope that from this experience and this performance, we will stay together as a group. This experience will be so fun and so enjoyable that we would want to join other competitions together as a group. That's our main purpose.  

4. How long have TGC been together?

Erm, we've been established since (Holds out group shirt) 2013, since November 2013. (That's only about 6months only and their team work is very impressive.) 

The Gentlemen Collective at the Preliminary round

5. What would stop anyone from TGC from dancing?

If we reach a point where our injuries prevent us from our further dancing. Dance till we drop, yes, drop dead! (Wow, they are really passionate about dance!) And yes, National Service(NS), NS will definitely hinder our dance progress. 

6. What is TGC favourite Dance/Music Genre?

We like Hip Hop..., That's what we really love. Erm, and yes, we love trap music and BBoy.

7. So anybody in here secretly likes ballet?

Well.... There's a Contemporary dancer here *points* , and Street Jazz *points* (Oh, quite a good mixture) Yes we are quite versatile. *Smiles*

The Gentlemen Collective at the Preliminary round

8. What is the hardest part about dance?

The hardest part definitely would be our musicality. Getting the music and our dance move in total synchronization, that is the hardest part, and also top step out of the box. And also expressing the emotion through our body, instead of through the face. We want to express the dance through our body.

9. How do TGC get so cohesive?

Through our bonding sessions, we go out to buy costumes together. Er, we spend alot of time playing card games *laughs* handphone games, alot of guy stuffs la. And we go to the bus stop, we spend alot of time at the bus stop, because usually our practice ends very late, and the frequency of the bus is very slow.. *laughs* 

The Gentlemen Collective at the Preliminary round

10. So do you guys always head out for supper?

Err... Breakfast! We always go for breakfast together when we have morning practice! 9am is our morning practice, so we will have breakfast at 8am. (No supper?) No... No. we are very healthy, supper's not our style. 

11. So do TGC practice many times a week? Or just once a week?

We practice everyday, we try to practice as much as we can. 

The Passionate Gentlemen.

12. So is there anything TGC members would like to tell the fellow dance enthusiast who love to dance but are afraid to step out of their comfort zone?

Be brave, Be fierce! Dance is all about portraying who you are. When you are on stage, there's nothing you can do but dance and at the point of time, you are one with the music. It's just.. really.. something that you can connect with. You should definitely do it, definitely try it. (Just YOLO right?) Ya ! You must crave for the stage.

13. Does anybody have Stage Fright problems?

*AHEM* Yes, I have slight stage fright problems (Says the one who is the spokesperson of the whole interview), but that's the fun of it la, the thrill, the adrenaline rush.

Here's the video for the interview and please ignore my irritating voice in the background and just focus on The Gentlemen Collective la! I'm still new to video-ing so no edits on this video and yes, please enjoy. It's as real as it can get!

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For the latest updates about  F&N Singapore Dance Delight, visit their facebook page: http://www.facebook.com/FnNFuN, or check out their website: http://www.dancedelight.sg/ ! :)

With Love, M♥