Many of these groups and dancers were lost in the history, As most of he time we only recognized those we have seen on television or in movies, But many of these are real street pioneers. Some of which existed before The Group “The Lockers” ever formed. These dancers were actually the inspirations from the streets, They inspired the performances of Locking that you were able to see on stage and screen, Many were dancers who were influenced by the social movement of the 1960s, and passed on that inspiration, Others were inspired by some of the pioneer dancers who became, commercial professional performers,and only after the stage had been developed. But they all deserve recognition for there contributions…On this page you will find both the recognition for what was done on the streets and parties, as well as what was done on the stage.

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In the 1960’s The Watts Writers Workshop was formed to develop entertainment talent in the inner cities of Watts, Compton and Los Angeles. In 1972 they recognized the beginning stages of the artform of locking. The Watts Writers Workshop invited several known Locking dancers to study, teach and perform for their workshop. This was to be the first unisex locking dance group and the creation of many synchronized routines Members : Tony Lewis, Edwin Lombard ( The GoGo Bros), James Higgins( Skeeter Rabbit), Greg Pope (Campbellock Jr,), Jimmy Foster (Scooby Doo), Arnetta Johnson, (NettaBug) Fredie Maxie, Lorna Dune & Shelly Cepeda ( These Female Lockers were known as the Toota Woota Sisters).

Gerg Campbellock Jr. Member of The Group “Creative Generation

The Ghetto Dancers

Formed in 1973. These locking dancers were pioneers who came from the true source. They performed (as a group) on the TV show American Bandstand and were well respected in the inner city nightclubs and on the locking dance circuit. They were often seen at Maverick’s Flat, The Summit on the Hill and Blueberry Hill Nightclubs. This group performed with Kool and the Gang and at the tribute to Quincy Jones celebration.and “The Tonight Show” Hosted by Steve Allen Members: Greg Dandridge ” Captain Crunch”, Eugene Henderson “F&M”, Steve Crane “Sinbad” Morris Bailey “Cisco Kid”, Kenny Henderson “FleaLock”

In 1975 members F & M and FleaLock left the group and The original Skeeter Rabbit performed two shows with the Ghetto Dancers Group, The picture above was taken at A tribute show for Quincy Jones Show, Standing, Steve “Sinbad” Crane, Morris “Cisco Kid” Bailey. Greg “Captain Crunch” Dandridge, (Floor) James “Skeeter Rabbit” Higgins

Morris “CiscoKid” Bailey (RIP)

Morris Bailey better Known as “Cisco Kid” with the Early Pioneer Locking group “The GhettoDancers” He was an Early Soul Train Dancer and a regular at Clubs like Blueberry Hill and Mavricks Flats in the Early 70s he will be forever missed by those that were there from the beginning of the Locking movement and were able to see his energy,love and contribution to the Dance of Locking. 

The Group “The Lockers”

Although the group was primarily known for its stage and performance contribution, Don Campbell and other members such as Greg Pope ,Leo Williamson, Fred Berry and Bill Williams began there Locking contribution with street and party influence

Members of the Lockers

Don “Campbellock” Campbell

Greg “Campbellock Jr. Pope (RIP)

Leo “Fluky Luke” Williamson

Fred “Mr. Pinguin” Berry (RIP)

Bill “Slim” Williams

Adolpho “Shabba doo”

Toni Basil

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The Lockers Group 1976 with Tony GoGo( Note: Tony Basil and Fred Berry left to pursue personal careers)  

The Group “33rpm”

The Group 33 RPM organized in 1974 toured with Sid and Marty Kroft and performed on the wide world of sports Globe Trotters anniversary show. This group performed high level quick moving synchronized routines. right picture: ( Pictured left to right) “The Lionel (”Big D” ) Douglas, James Higgins (Skeeter Rabbit) “John Wilson (”Okie Doke”) Michael Frenke (”Peek a boo” ), ,(single picture)Haywood (”Tito”) Collins . (Not Pictured), Tony “Go Go” Lewis, Also not pictured is manager and alternate dancer Cameron “Cam” Walker

The Alphabet Kids

This group was formed by Haywood “Tito” Collins Pictured (on the far right) in 1974 this group was significant in the early locking market showing how locking had affected the younger generation and had become a movement , this group was the first Locking group to compete and WIN the Television Gong Show in 1975 , shown here with dancer John St Cier ( far left) the group would often incorporate various soul train dancers such as “Tick” and Mr. X into their act. They were managed by AIMEE ENTERTAINMEN

Wild And Peaceful

 The above Group Formed in 1974 out of LA Jefferson High School, with streetdancers from South central Los Angeles, They became well known throughout the Los Angeles Street circuit for their involvement with High school show competitions 

There were several generations which had members who danced with the group “the Lockers” In 1974 James “SkeeterRabbit’ Higgins was added and performed with them during the “Frank Sanatra” Tour, In 1976 Tony GoGo was added and performed with the group, Although the Original Group was formed Don Campbell would sometimes assemble impromptu groups of pioneers together to perform live, at various function at Hollywood Funtions such as the Hollywood Theater owners Christmas Events and the Friers club parties,They would perform as “The Lockers” this included pioneers such as Fred Berry, Mike “Peekaboo” Frenke, Tito Collins, Skeeter Rabbit,Tick, Mr X and others , By the end of the 1970’s The original Group had gone through some changes, and The name was used by various members of the Original Group as they re assembled to perform at various times in history., Later several other combinations of originals and post Soul Train dancers was put together, Below see some of the Later generations..

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TOP: Lional “BigD” Douglas, Don Campbell,BELOW” Lewis “Deputy Green, Anna “Lollipop” Sanchez, Greg Campbellock Jr. and Alpha Anderson.. This group was put together in the Late 1970s after the evolutionary period,

Below is a list of other Pre commercial era dancers They are ORIGINALS from the early Locking stages. They are either connected by there involvement with Soul Train or the initial Night Clubs of that era. Some are only known by nickname but we want to recognize their involvement in the evolution of the art.

Leo Walker “Shaboo” second generation Yo-Yo brother , Singer and choreographer , Pat Davis - original Member of the Soul Train Gang ,Sneaky T - Early original pioneer ,Jeffery “Cat Man”Macintire - Early 70s pioneer ,Roy “LieLock” Early Pioneer ,SamboLock “one of the first Pioneers ,Bishop Hall & Reggie Co-Co “Bang Bang” very early locking pioneer “,Sweet T” early soul Train and locking dancer ,Guy “Shocklock” Evans early pioneer and soul train dancer

Anyone with information on any of these dancers or any forgotten “True Pioneers”

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