History:
Discotheques (Disco) with high quality sound system and
flashing lights became a popular form of entertainment in Europe & America
in the late 1960's and through out the 1970's. In the early 1970's a new dance
craze become popular on the crowded dance floor of the New York. This "
Touch Disco" was called the Hustle. The Hustle marked a return to popular
dances where couple dance touching each other. The popularity of modern and
"retro" music with " disco" beat keeps this dance fresh,
exciting and full of energy for today.
Characteristics:
Turns, spins and wraps are primary components of
the Hustle. The more accomplished dancers will use syncopated timing and fake
along with elaborate arm styling.
