Rock steady crew biography of william hill

Posted on Aug 12, 2010

Undoubtedly the most highly recognized name in the b-boy world, the Rock Steady Crew was first formed in 1977 in the Bronx, New York. The two man team of Jo Jo and Jimmy D were the original founders. It was an important time for the dance movement.

Disco was killing the artform and many b-boys had given up and gone on to other things.

Power Moves - Rock Steady Crew

Jo Jo was a one time hustler that learned he could gain more notoriety on the dance floor. He is also often credited with inventing the back spin.

In 1979, Jimmy D realized the need for new blood and added in a member that would eventually be scene as a spokesman for the entire organization. That member was Richard “Crazy Legs” Colón.

The other new member was Lenny Len.  They began spreading the RSC name into Manhattan.

They used battles as a means of recruitment.

Mr. Freeze was one of the first real white b-boys.

Frosty Freeze was an elder b-boy (a member of the Rock City Crew) who The Rock Steady Crew hometown, lineup, biography | QASI