The Lockers Dance Routine (1975) Hip-Hop (Breakdance)

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The Lockers (originally named The Campbell Lockers) was a dance group formed by Toni Basil and Don "Campbellock" Campbell in 1971. Active throughout the 1970s, they were pioneers of street dance. Don Campbell is the founder of the locking dance style, and originally, Locking was called The Campbellock—a style that was based on the dance and song that Don Campbell created. Toni Basil met Campbell at a club in 1971 and together they formed The Lockers as a dance group. Toni Basil, who became Campbell's girlfriend, also served as The Lockers' manager, and was responsible for staging the act. All the dancers contributed steps and choreography with their unique and individual styles.[1] By 1975 they were "Dancing their way to stardom" on their own. Individual members' contributions (as soloist performers) to the dance style and group image coupled with their unique presentation in staging and concept broke down many barriers. It has been said on the reality dance competition So You Think You Can Dance that "The Lockers' emergence on the dance scene changed the face of dance not only for street dancers but for dance in general and has made street dance a true American art form. From Wikipedia...

[Nailbunny]

I can never decide who I enjoy watching the most...

Greg for his style...Shabba Doo for his speed and grace... Flukey Luke for his energy... Slim for his fireworks... Toni for her classical skill... Fred Berry for his character..
And of course the man himself, Don, for his unmatched high flying antics and for bringing this dance to the world.

[torqtorqtorq]

This is still one of the craziest and most iconic dance performances ever

[davidrosemale]

The Legendary Lockers will never get old. True iconic.

[CuirPhotodotNet]

...i remember this like it was yesterday...this performance changed everything in the world of is a joyful but very serious moment in black culture....and pop culture....truly iconic....

[Pkatube]

Toni Basil deserves to receive a Kennedy Center Honor for her choreography and legendary dance

[SheilaD]

I remember this! Toni and the whole crew were and will always be beyond awesome!
Don Campbell and Toni Basil have received the "Living Legend of Hip Hop" award from Hip Hop International. 🏆
Toni, you’ve inspired me as a dancer since I was a kid. Thank you! 💃🏻🕺❤️

[kristendrayton]

I never get tired of watching this! Rest in Heaven to the beautiful souls who have transitioned!

[hushicho]

Iconic! It is a privilege to behold this performance. Thank you so much for sharing it with us and the world.

[yankeeairpirate]

Watching CBS this morning and remembering that one of the first break out street dance groups is The Lockers! And in the coming Paris Olympics will be Street Dancing/Hip Hop as an event. Hey Toni! Hey Toni! Bravo “Lockers!!!!”

[sharonironman]

Great dance moves, and iam thinking my poor knees😂 Amazing group😍

[Cablecol]

Soul Train was the best in the 70's!!😁🎶

[davideboi]

Toni B Is the Power Is the Legend, R.I.P. Grand Master Legend Ozon.

[brandonarkell]

The way Toni Basil grooves with her neck is *everything*

[awesomefrank]

I love the Lockers!!!
Love You Toni B!!!

[big-baby-buddha]

Nothing comes close. This is unguent that soothes life's ills. Nothin but Love & gratitude 4 &2 y'all! ❤️🙏❤️

[irvingpickens]

One Of The Greatest Performances in The History Of DANCE 🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾

[neonvandal]

These folks were some OTHER sh*t! - incredible ❤

[tawahnagreen]

Since I was born in the late '70s, I love watching dances in this era before I was born to learn what I didn't know. It maybe considered old school but it's still pretty cool to watch. At my age though I wouldn't imitate it. Lol.

[kirthgersen]

Toni Basil rocks-and I don't know crap about dancing. I remember a gf talking about her dancing ability when Mickey was out. I didn't get it back then.