Origin | Mid-20th century |
Revivals | Retro dance moves, modern dancers rediscovering its dynamic techniques |
Influence | Disco • Hip hop |
Dance style | Four-on-the-floor |
Current status | Less popular today, but recent revivals exist |
Popular genres | Rock • Swing • Jazz |
Characteristics | Intricate footwork • First four beats of a 4/4 musical time signature • Showmanship • Contagious energy |