The original hip hop dance maintains the art of freestyle

Considered the first form of hip hop dance, breakdancing has continued to attract a diverse group of dancers and has managed to maintain a significant role in hip hop culture. B-boy Harry Weston gives a brief history of hip hop dancing and its place in culture today.

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