Sunday, February 9, 2014
Judging Knowledge & Showcase | King Charles (Footworkingz) | People's Jam '14 | #SXSTV
King Charles explain his experience and thoughts on what he looks for with judging then showcases his Chicago Footworking!
Charles "King Charles" Parks is a world class act; dancer, rapper, singer and actor. He is an extraordinary dancer and accomplished choreographer that embodies the qualities of a high-ranking general. He commands respect every time he touches a dance floor!
Charles is the artistic director of the FootworKINGz (FWK) and the global face for FWK. He is also the founder and leader of local battle clique, Creation (since 2001), All Star Champions of BET's "Wildin Out Wednesdays."
Charles was crowned as the "King of Footwork" at age 14 by DJ Thadz' annual "King of the Circle" event in Markham, IL and by various media including the Chicago Tribune (06) and Rolling Stone Magazine (07) and Red Eye (2009). In addition, Charles has danced for Missy Elliott alongside Eve and Nelly Futado at VH-1's "Hip Hop Honors 07" and starred in "Do the Juke," a Verizon Wireless national commercial.
King Charles grew up in the rough edges of Markham and Chicago Heights where he honed his battle skills. "My inspiration came from guys like Ant Brown, Cowherd, and my teacher Troy. These dudes were so amazing to me. I want to be legendary like what Crazy Legz is to Rock Steady Crew."
King Charles:
https://twitter.com/iamkingcharles
http://www.footworkingz.com/
https://www.facebook.com/kingcharlesfwk
Shon Roka (pronounced Shaun Roca) the DJ also known as Shaun Ortega was born on the west-side of Chicago. He started gaining fame as a bboy in 1991 and later became a member of a well known crew called the BRICKHEADZ. He would perform for such artist and events such as The Roots, KRS One, Immortal Technique, Dougie Fresh, Common, Rhymefest, Cypress Hill, Pharoah Monch, Nas, Diddy, Mariah Carey, Taste of Chicago, Lollapolooza, Looptopia, B96 Summer Bash just to name a few. The BRICKHEADZ also won many breakin' competition nationally and internationally. While Shon Roka was being active as a bboy he was working on his craft of being a DJ.
DJing for w/ Nike, Jordan, Under Armour, Adidas, Vans, Uprise (Chicago) Skateshop for numerous in-stores, sporting events, galleries and corporate outings. Also Shon Roka is a resident DJ post Covid in Chicago at McGee's, Tantrum, Imbibe and Harbee's. While being a DJ, he has been teaching music production and the Art of Skateboarding through Maggie Daley's After School Matters. Also known as Gallery 37.
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