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Welcome back to Simple Man Entertainment. We're here to update you on one of our favorite shows - So You Think You Can Dance. Season 6 is shaping up to be incredible, and last night the top 20 competed against each other for the first time.

As Tim mentioned, Billy Bell had to leave the show, which is a tragedy. He was replaced by Brandon Dumlao, one of the guys that had been cut right before the top 20.

It was an amazing show full of some of the best talent I've ever seen, so here's a quick recap of what happened.

First up was Channing and Phillip dancing the Jive. They danced to "Rockin' Robin" by the Jackson 5. I agreed with the judges that it was "not bad." Not my favorite piece of the night, but they showed off their talent.

Next was Ashleigh and Jacob doing a Tyce Diorio Broadway routine. They dance to "Hit Me With a Hot Note" by Sophisticated Ladies. Love it! It was great. I'm loving Ashleigh more and more, and Jacob is an incredible dancer.

Then Ariana and Peter took the stage. Both were out of their element with a Napoleon and Tabitha Hip Hop Routine. They danced to "Black and Gold" by Sam Sparro. Like the judges, I found this "disappointing." It could have been so much better!

Russell, the show's crumper, and Noelle were supposed to be up next. Due to an injury Noelle is sitting out this week. If she is not able to perform next week, she'll have to leave the show. The dance was a Foxtrot choreographed by Tony and Melanie, and Melanie danced in the place of Noelle. It was a tough situation, but I thought Russell pulled it off well.

Next up, Bianca and Victor. They danced a Contemporary piece by Travis Wall. The danced to "Wasted Time" by Me'Shel Ndegeocello. It was beautiful and for a tapper, I thought Bianca held her own well!

Karen and Kevin were hitting the floor next with a Cha Cha choreographed by Tony and Melanie. They danced to "Push It" the Glee Cast Version. I was impressed. They looked good and Karen who was dancing in her own style definitely shined.

Ryan, hunky ballroom dancer that most girls are drooling over, and Ellenore took the stage next. They were dancing a Contemporary Jazz piece by Sonya Tayeh. They danced to "Arcadia" by Apparat. It was a great piece - very earthy and they performed incredibly.

Next up was Pauline and Brandon. Brandon only had a day and a half to get up to speed on this Smooth Waltz, danced to "You Light Up My Life" by Whitney Houston. They did well, but you could see the lack of technique in Brandon especially. I definitely figured he was going to get cut.

One of my favorites, Legacy, was up next with Kathryn. They were dancing a Dave Scott Hip Hop to "On and On" by Missy Elliott. They hit so hard in this piece. I was thrilled with Legacy and surprised at how well Kathryn did. One of my favorites for the night!

Last up, Nathan and Mollee took the stage. They were dancing a Dorianna Sanchez Disco routine, which are known for being hard and fast. They danced to "Turn the Beat Around" by Gloria Estafan. It was incredible. It was hard, it was fast, and they nailed it. I just loved this routine and all the energy and excitement the two dancers brought to it.

For this week only, since they already did a show last night, they were giving the results on the same night, decided by the judges. Relax and take a breath though. Next week it's back to voting and then the judges deciding out of the bottom three couples.

In danger for the night were Ariana, Russell, Pauline, and Brandon. They were all asked to dance for their lives. I knew immediately who would get cut, and I was right. The judges cut Ariana and Brandon at the end of the night. A sigh of relief…Crumper Russell would stay on!!!

This season is incredible and I can't wait to see what happens next week. Stay tuned and we'll be keeping you updated here at Simple Man Entertainment. Be sure to catch the shows if you can on FOX!

Below are a few great videos to check out.


Kathryn and Legacy - Hip Hop



Nathan and Mollee - Disco





Had to throw this one in. Here is the hip hop routine the three hip hop dancers performed in the first show where they weren't competing. It was so incredible, I just had to post it for you all to check it out!!!

Welcome back to Simple Man Entertainment my friends I know it has been a while since we have posted anything here. Of course as I am sure you are aware we would not miss out on posting about a phenomenal show called “So You Think You Can Dance”. We are now at the start of the Season Six Top 20 competition and it looks like this season is going to over shadow Season 5, which was awesome.

Last week we all saw the judges whittle down the remaining Vegas contestants to the Top 20 dancers for this season, and there was at least one surprising twist there. One of their picks Paula van Oppen declined to compete because she had accepted a movie contract, which allowed dancer Ashleigh Di Lello to join the Top 20. This of course made her husband and top 20 contestant Ryan Di Lello very happy.

Last night we all got to see a one hour show that showcased the dancers in their chosen genres performing without fear of being cut. The show started with a 1930’s inspired piece that involved the entire Top 20 group of dancers. The routine was very well choreographed and performed depicting a sort of dancing gang fight between rival groups.

This season has also seen a couple of new firsts for the show. Season 6 finally has its first Krumper Russell Ferguson appearing in the top 20. Season 6 not is not only showcasing its first ever tapper in the Top 20 it is debuting three tappers in the Top 20. Season 6 is definitely proving to be a season for firsts and with the competition as close as it is these first timers are going to have to step it up a notch or ten.

Another first for “So You Think You Can Dance” is going to be the loss and absence of Emmy award winning choreographer Mia Michaels. She announced her departure right after she was taken to the hospital from choreographing a routine for “So You Think You Can Dance Canada”. Mia Michaels is not one of my favorite judges but she is a favorite choreographer and I will miss her creativity this season.

Tonight of course will be the first night of competition for the Top 20 dancers and two of them will be leaving the show at the end of night. This is due to a change in the format of the show by its producers. I am not sure if this format change will carry on throughout season 6 but I will find out and get back to you all about that. One other thing, it appears that Top 20 dancer Billy Bell has left the competition due to illness and there is no news yet who will replace him.

That is all I have for you right now, but we will be back tomorrow with a recap of the routines and results of tonight’s show. I hope you all have a great day and enjoy the show tonight on the Fox channel. Till tomorrow my friends CIAO4NOW!!!!!