In 2011 a new dance craze was born. Courtesy of D’Banj’s mega-hit Oliver Twist, Nigeria was abuzz with homemade videos of fans doing their own routine to the Afrobeat classic.
The entries flooded in and soon a winner was crowned. Check out a selection here:
WINNER: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7Xu_2sWlrkY&feature=related
D’Banj fever is now taking over the UK so it’s our turn with the Oliver Twist Competition! Youtube is already alight with the release of the OFFICIAL VIDEO, 800,000 views and counting!
Incorporating the Oliver Twist, plenty of booty-shaking and Ghana’s famed Azonto there’s plenty for fans to take inspiration when putting together their own rendition.
D’Banj has even offered up a tutorial on his website to help fans along the way.
Whether you’re a seasoned professional, rank amateur, break-dancer, Zumba fanatic or Saturday night clubber we want YOU to enter! Solo entrants and dance groups all welcome and there are some great prizes on offer – it’s not about talent, we want to be entertained so just have fun! Simply upload your video using the online form below and get your friends to ‘Like’ your effort. D’Banj and his team of experts will then judge the 10 videos with the most ‘Likes’ and pick the winners.
The Top prize for the best solo performer is £500 and an exclusive pair of customized trainers, courtesy of Adidas.
The Top prize for best group performance is £500 and a private dance party for up to 12 people at Pineapple Studios in London.
Oliver Twist is out on May 13th.
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