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10 whole episodes have passed, 8 crews have been eliminated, 3 opinionated and ridiculous judges have spouted their wisdoms, 2nd season is coming to an end, with 1 crew coming out on top as America’s Best Dance Crew. This is the finale.

This is how it’s all going down… First up is a battle between the final two crews, SoReal Cru vs. Super CR3W.

When it started off, I thought maybe we were getting a showcase of Mario Lopez in A Chorus Line, but sadly(?) no. This battle was very reminiscent of the “Stomp the Yard” battle between Status Quo and JabbaWockeeZ in season 1, but much more flashy, no? I’m surprised they didn’t throw in a few jazz hands just because. But I appreciate the chutzpah that these two crews are presenting.

Even though this is the finale and voting has closed, the judges obviously still have more to say - Ugh. Shane Sparks says it was dope and sick; Lil Mama says it was crazy and once again gets her common sayings wrong by saying “you always cease to amaze me”; JC Chasez says it was great and enjoyed the subtle disses.

And now for the re-introduction of the crews who have gotten the boot - and the makings of big regional group numbers…?! Me hopes so.

Distorted X (who?), Sass x7 (groan), Xtreme Dance Force (ha!), Phresh Select (oh right, them), A.S.I.I.D. (gone too soon), Supreme Soul (always amazing), Boogie Bots (meh), Fanny Pak (yay!).

And now (called it!) the regional group numbers! Representing the East Coast in the first group performance, we have Phresh Select, Sass x7 and Boogie Bots.
Song: Kat DeLuna - Run The Show

Hilarious. Why? Because Sass x7 (albeit talented) just don’t fully fit in with their cheerleader antics. But when that Phresh Select member flipped over the Boogie Bots as they went into their lean back circle, you could tell this routine had bite.

Representing the South, we have Distorted X and SoReal Cru.
Song: David Banner ft. Chris Brown - Get Like Me

This routine was much better orchestrated, in terms of showcasing the two crews and at the same time melding both of them into one cohesive style. Way to go, South. And Lil Mama gives a standing ovation. Or her legs just need a stretch. Not sure.

Representing the Mid-West, we have Xtreme Dance Force and A.S.I.I.D.
Song: Kanye West ft. Lupe Fiasco - Touch The Sky

I thought this would have been a very unlikely and ridiculous combination (since Xtreme Dance Force are oft-ridiculous), however they both pulled it out. They both have hard hitting styles and it worked. Plus I secretly like Xtreme’s jackets.

Oh look! JabbaWockeeZ are in the house!

Representing the West Coast, we have Supreme Soul, Fanny Pak and Super CR3W.
Song: E-40 - Go Hard Or Go Home

Um, obviously saving the best for last. I didn’t fully realize that my 3 favourite crews were all from the west coast. That’s it - I’m packing up and moving west and gonna join me a dance crew, mmhmm. OK - maybe not, but I can dream, no?

So now after many amazing routines, many stylish clothes, and lots of tears (oh-so-many tears), it’s time to announce the winner of Season 2 of America’s Best Dance Crew…

…but of course the judges have more to say and I roll my eyes. Let the love fest begin…

Shane tells Super CR3W to “respect yourself, respect your fans and respect your craft”; JC says SoReal Cru willed themselves here and that they “believe”; Mario says Lil Mama is looking “extra beautiful tonight”; and Lil Mama says that they are both “so real and super crews” (Get it? Huh? HUH?!).

Ok, so NOW it’s time for the winner to be announced. WHO IS IT? WHO IS IT? WHO IS IT?! (Please be Super CR3W, please be Super CR3W…)

It’s…. SUPER CR3W!!!!

Fireworks, explosions, standing ovations and “S” hand symbols all around. And of course the falling of the SoReal Cru banner. And Randy Jackson saunters on stage to award the trophy, the hundred thousand buck-a-roos and shamelessly plugs the upcoming ABDC tour.

And more fireworks and explosions.

And now, for the final performance, it’s Super CR3W.
Song: The Game ft. Travis Barker - Dope Boys

I’m glad Super CR3W won and all, but what’s with all the screaming? These crazy audience members are all going to get serious vocal nodes I’m sure. Just sayin’.

Until Season 3 - peace out!

Watch the entire episode on MuchAXS: Episode 10 - Finale

Previous Recaps:
Episode 9
Episode 8
Episode 7
Episode 6
Episode 5
Episode 4
Episode 3
Episode 2
Episode 1

Posted on Monday, August 25th, 2008 at 1:26 pm by Soja and is filed under We <3 TV.

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