SoReal Cru

SoReal Cru is a dance crew made up of seven college students based from Houston, Texas. They competed on the TV show in which they were never in the Bottom 2. They lost the title of America's Best Dance Crew to Super Cr3w in the finale which premiered on August 21, 2008. The crew is known for their sexy style and smooth choreography to slow songs. The current SoReal Cru is the second generation dancers. The first SoReal dance group was created in 1998 by Andrew Baterina's older brother Christopher Baterina. The first dance crew were a majority Filipino dance crew that danced at Filipino events in Houston such as Filipino Extravaganza, yearly Goodphil Games of 12 universities in Texas and local charities.

Members

Andrew Baterina - "Goodfoot"

Brian Fucanan - "Brianbuyoiyoi"

Mark Fucanan - "Monkiee BoI"

Ailyn Joy Isidro - "Eye Candy"

Patrick Lam - "Pat Lam"

Jackie Lautchang - "Jackstar"

Brian Puspos - "Burna"

America's Best Dance Crew
Live Auditions
SoReal Cru performed to a master mix and was the first to perform in South region. The "Explosion" handshake was showcased by Pat Lam and Mark Fucanan. We learn that the crew was kicked out of their old studio because they would not change their name.

The judges praised their performance for their attention to details. JC said they "freaked" the audience at the end with the exchange and they gave him pictures. Lil Mama thought they reminded her of Kaba Modern for the way they ended their performance. Shane was blown away by their choreography to slow jams and applauded them for putting it back on the map.

Week 1: Crews Choice Challenge
Each crew performed to songs of their own choosing.

SoReal Cru was first to perform in the season premiere. SoReal Cru chose Entourage by Omarion. Shane gave a bold comment when he said he sees them making Top 2. While Lil Mama was commenting on Phresh Select's performance she said the top five and bottom five should be switched.

Week 2: Video Star Challenge
Each crew was given a different video with a dance sequence in it, which they had to perform while keeping their own style as a crew.

SoReal Cru was the last of top six crews to perform. SoReal Cru received the song Love in this Club by Usher. The judges said that SoReal had a decent performance.

Week 3: Rock The Title Challenge
Each crew was given a song whose title was used as inspiration for their dance.

SoReal Cru was in the top 4 and performed their dance to "Snake" by R. Kelly. All three judges praised the performance for capitalizing on the challenge (snake tutting, snake glide, incorporating snake movements); although it did start off a little bit slow.

Week 4: Speed Up Challenge
Crews must transitioned from a slow song to a faster one while still remaining on beat.

SoReal Cru danced to With You by Chris Brown. Shane said that the first part (the slow section) was hot and the choreography was great. However, the transition to the fast section was a little weak and that the second part wasn't as hot as it should've been. JC told them that they weren't "selling" it when the tempo sped up

Week 5: Janet Jackson Challenge
Each crew was given a Janet Jackson song and will have to incorporate some of her moves in their dance.

SoReal Cru was the fourth crew to perform. SoReal Cru received I Get Lonely by Janet Jackson. Shane Sparks said that they ripped the show and that they had the best performance of the night by far. Lil Mama said that even the whip cream part was not too trashy. JC thought they handled the challenge of Janet's sexiness like professionals.

Week 6: Bring the Beat Challenge
All of the crews were assigned a song and a school subject that takes place in a gym which they have to incorporate into their routine.

SoReal Cru performed second and danced to Tambourine by Eve with the subject "Band". All three judges praised the performance, and Lil Mama commented on crew member Ailyn's parents being in the audience. She said they will always be proud of her, no matter what. JC enjoyed the way they used the props musicality wise and Shane loved how when it came to choreography, SoReal grooved to the beat and didn't let the beat own them.

Week 7: Missy Elliott Challenge
The crews' challenge: adapting the videos' innovative footwork to showcase their own style.

SoReal's song this week is One Minute Man by Missy Elliott and was the first to perform. The judges thought it was an excellent performance and was creative; and Missy herself enjoyed it as well, especially the intro. JC thought the level of difficulty was not there, but Shane highly disagreed.

Week 8: Blast From The Past Challenge
Challenge 1: Groove Step Challenge
The crew's challenge: having a sense of 80's style while keeping the modern dancing.
Each crew performed 2 times, once the 80's theme, second the "Movie Dance-Off"
During the 80's routine, judges provided mixed comments, most of them expecting more.
Challenge 2: Movie Dance-Off
For the Movie Dance-Off, SoReal Cru had all positive comments from the judges.
Bust a Move by Young MC,
Lean On Me by Club Nouveau, and
Every Little Step by Bobby Brown. During Super Cr3w & Fanny Pak judging, JC Chasez said: "I'm scratching my head right now to think that SoReal out danced these two crews tonight. I don't buy it". However, Lil' Mama partially disagreed.

Week 9: The Final Showdown
Challenge 1: Around the World Challenge
Crew's Challenge: Showcase dance styles from around the world to the same mastermix.
According to the judges, SoReal didn't live up to their expectations. Lil Mama gave negative feedback, saying they were struggled throughout the entire performance and it looked like crew member, Jackie, was lost.

Challenge 2: Dance Craze Challenge
Crew's Challenge: Create an original beat and a catchy dance craze. The explosive dance called "Smash It Up" was praised by the judges.

Challenge 3: Last Word Challenge
Crew's Challenge: Show why they deserve to win the title of America's Best Dance Crew.
They danced to A Milli by Lil Wayne. Shane said it was their best performance.

VMA SPECIAL EPISODE

Music Video: Chris Brown's Forever
This was a battle to get to appear on the VMAs. They were among the three crews chosen to let the fans vote for, but lost out to Fanny Pak and Kaba Modern.

Other Site(s)
http://www.myspace.com/sorealcru

http://sorealcru.com

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