I admire how you do that so naturally. I'm damn stiff and totally uncapable of doing something like that. I mostly watch these vids 'cause I'm amazed by what you do, and how you do it.
Dying Flogmeat potentially. The only issue being my co-ordination is so bad I could fall off the earth while sitting on the ground. P.s. I'm British too. We brits understand the true English language /jk /s
You and the lady dance beautifully together! Makes me think that you've danced together before on numerous occasions, so that you can each anticipate how the other is going to move and can reciprocate accordingly.
Most of you people are really strange about what you consider special/unusual. Get a (social) life. Learn to dance. Or learn some other great social skills. Strange enough, you'll meet a lot of beautiful, smart and fun people on a daily basis.
Lloyd, what would you consider to be a good tune to dance lindy hop to for beginners? With a beat that is perhaps more easily matched to the steps when you're not that familiar with neither the music nor the dance style? Cheers.
About 37-40 bars a minute is a good starting mid-tempo (138-160 beats per minute). Slower is not easier - it's harder. Apollo Jump by Lucki Millinder is quite steady. ruclips.net/video/Vn6IEs07psk/видео.html
FSquid i can only imagine him buying them, you know those old surplus army fatigues that are way too baggy? You git those in black? But without the cargo pockets
So did Lindy change his mind? I quite find that it adds something to my appreciation of Lindy that I disagree with him on some things, sort of like the idea he illustrated in that video where he crosses out articles in the paper that he agrees with.
Clearly Lloyd will have changed his mind now since that was an old video and everything Al Gore and his expert scientists predicted turned out to be true, the polar ice caps melted back in 2013, polar bears are extinct and food is running out. Billions will now die because we wouldn't hand over all power to a global government. International socialism could've saved us. With socialism no one has to starve.
Ah, the old tuck turn. I'm pretty sure that this "dance" was originally an evasive movement learned by 16c infantrymen to lessen the chance of being hit by over-sized double-bitted axes, fire arrows, highly poisonous swords which killed instantly, the arrows from ineffective mounted archers and even the charge of a berserker....sadly the infantrymen could never avoid the flaming Spandau's!!!
It's sort of strange to me, albeit oddly satisfying to see European embrace something that's so quintessentially American as jazz and swing. I say the satisfaction is odd because I don't usually feel a sense of vicarious satisfaction or pride in aspects of my country's history or culture with which I had nothing to do
I agree. Most cultures in that general area are somewhat insular but South Korea has almost been craving new an interesting cultures to come share. I have been there once or twice. They have really taken a liking to American style BBQ by the way, ha. It feels like a two way street though as they seem more then happy to share their culture too, which is nice.
I'm still trying to get the long legged Charleston to work. All my friends say "Yuri you are a powerlifter not a dancer please stop" but I don't care, it looks fun. I just wish I could do it better.......
The Bren is so accurate, that it's been considered for use as anti-satellite weaponry. The -MG42- Spandau is so inaccurate, that it's most useful as a bludgeoning instrument. You can find more facts like these, only on RUclips.
Is there any chance you can make a video talking about yourself? I've spent so much time listening to you talk about the origins of just about anything, but I'm curious to hear you tell us where you came to learn all of this. I'm sure it'll be a good story.
Part of me likes to imagine that these videos were made to prove to an organization that you can teach swing dancing classes and that all of your historically oriented videos before this were just a practice in teaching for this specific series.
My father knew how to dance like that, though he never showed me. He died on the dance floor, of a massive heart attack, doing a Jitterbug. Thank God, he was surrounded by friends and family. He died happy.
The tuck turn has never been known to kill Frenchmen. However, when well executed in front of a madamoiselle, it may afford one the opportunity to stuff the French.
Hey. Iv enjoyed most of your videos thus far, however some cause a fair bit of controversy to my mind. Such as this one. I like that you have a wide and varied range of interests. Keep up the good work and I'm sure il enjoy future posts. Peace
Hi Mr. Beige. i have a question for you. cant really find anything about it on the internet so ill ask here :P Have Bulls (cattle) ever been used as cavalry? maybe its why cowboys made a sport of trying to ride them? no idea
Maybe you could also explain from the follower's perspective? For example, during the turn, follower should follow their elbow to increase comfort and connection, but more importantly minimise shoulder injury.
Coming from a martial arts background, I watched this as martial arts instructions - I'm confused though: Where's the grip? The throw? The finishing blow? ...maybe this is why I never waltz. (It's interesting and educative to learn about new arts. I appreciate it!)
Lindy i gotta be honest mate- i really like the fact you're enjoying Lindy Hop enough to want to push it to a wider audience, but you should set up another channel for this- i really wanna see more history videos mate- as you are to me like the awesome History teacher I never had and the reason I have a renewed interest in History. hope this doesn't come across the wrong way. all the best Ben
I'm a Lindy Hop fanatic. Most of the things I watch on RUclips are dance. But I agree 100% with BenniboiBadman. Just my opinion but Lindy fans and History fans would both be better served by separate channels. I'd still watch both.
Lloyd clearly labeled all his dance videos so I don't see a problem with them being on this channel. He also puts up rants that have nothing to do with history.
The last bit about the footwork is just like grammatical rules in creative writing. At beginner level, you don't know all the rules. At intermediate level, you're following the rules as they're written. At advanced, you've learned when and how to break the rules for creative flavour or a personal touch.
Lindy do you think maybe you could make a video on your favourite music/bands/genres? if you like music that is... It would be an interesting yet not to intrusive glimpse into your personal life and your mind you can tell alot about someone by the music they listen to :) just a thought
Oh man I love these Lindyhop videos. Where can I find a place to learn in Germany? EDIT: Or asked differently, could we as viewers commission a basic course?
Wait?! Where is the part about axes? :-D Lindybeige, you're a rather awesome gentleman, if I may say so myself. On a side note, this looks very similar to jive.
Lindy, I'm thinking of writing a story that involves Roman legionaries. Can you recommend any resources that'd be particularly useful toward the end of maintaining some semblance of historical authenticity?
I admire how you do that so naturally. I'm damn stiff and totally uncapable of doing something like that. I mostly watch these vids 'cause I'm amazed by what you do, and how you do it.
I don't care what anyone else says, I love the variety of topics on your channel.
The gall on this man, how dare you teach me how to dance, I am forever grateful.
Ok. I have no interesting in dancing. But....I watch everyone of these vids. Anyone else like that?
Bloody auto correct
yeh same for me
You should see if there's a local organisation! Who knows, you may really enjoy it?
(Yes, I say 'Organisation', because I am British)
Dying Flogmeat potentially. The only issue being my co-ordination is so bad I could fall off the earth while sitting on the ground.
P.s. I'm British too. We brits understand the true English language /jk /s
kinda, i read the comments on Lloyd's videos even though i don't like lame jokes about machine guns and throwing pommels.
You and the lady dance beautifully together! Makes me think that you've danced together before on numerous occasions, so that you can each anticipate how the other is going to move and can reciprocate accordingly.
I'm not a dance fan and don't subscribe to you channel for the Lindy, but I appreciate your passion for the dance, and I love Ms. Halttunen's curtsey.
You make me want to learn dancing better, it seems like a great virtue of manhood.
I swear, Lloyd meets the most attractive of women on a daily basis...
I double that, she's amazing. Would be awesome to stalk her on instagram or something... :d
The real question is: is she a Viking shield maiden?
Actually, Lloyd is James Bond's alter ego.
Most of you people are really strange about what you consider special/unusual. Get a (social) life. Learn to dance. Or learn some other great social skills. Strange enough, you'll meet a lot of beautiful, smart and fun people on a daily basis.
One day we are Greek fending off the Romans! The next, well we are studying Lindy Hop! Is there anything else we need?
Some beige shirts?
Lindy fashion.
Katanas and Bren guns.
Cooking?
He already showed us how to make the shirt so I think that's fashion.
Lloyd, what would you consider to be a good tune to dance lindy hop to for beginners? With a beat that is perhaps more easily matched to the steps when you're not that familiar with neither the music nor the dance style? Cheers.
Glenn de Moor deep purple highway star
About 37-40 bars a minute is a good starting mid-tempo (138-160 beats per minute). Slower is not easier - it's harder. Apollo Jump by Lucki Millinder is quite steady. ruclips.net/video/Vn6IEs07psk/видео.html
do you call yourself lindybeige because you do the lindy hop and wear beige?
Yes he does.
My goodness, Holmes!
My God! You're a Genius!
Hey, he asked. And you never can be sure if a question is legit.
Amazing 😂😂
In an age where everyone uses jump cuts, i found this rather impressive! Especially together with a silent partner. well done!
dammit man, when are you finally gonna show us how to employ these moves in combat??
These moves will prove useful in dodging bullets fired from a Spandau
the dance is distract them while you unscrew your pommel
GroovingPict do you have your beige uniform ready, sewed by hand?
not beige, but I do have a handmade uniform, of this type: 1.bp.blogspot.com/-VN4mVhEktnQ/U3eBAMB0SlI/AAAAAAAAzvs/XhmXK6UNEHA/s1600/2014014.jpg
GroovingPict you shall be my commander, sire
I have no interest in lindy hop but I still watched this. Why are you so enchanting?
Fancy British man +1
Attractive woman +1
Fancy old school dancing +1
I wish they taught dancing in school when I was a kid. Waltzes and dances like this.
I bet an army of Lindy hop dancing hoplites would scare the Romans off.
How am i supposed to use this information to survive in medieval society?
....Once i build my time machine....
it will help you find a wench, the wench will feed you.
Thank you for explaining the...uhh...lead theory? Now I know why my wife is always icing her shoulder after weddings.
I don't know what's wrong with me but I can't get over how awesome those pants are.
His or hers?
yes.
FSquid i can only imagine him buying them, you know those old surplus army fatigues that are way too baggy? You git those in black? But without the cargo pockets
the trousers look like they belong with the zoot suit, which is appropriate for jazz.
+George Patient I believe they are bags which were popular in the UK around the 20's I believe.
That lady has excellent posture.
I don't dance, but I find this interesting for some weird reason. I guess all knowledge is power, even dancing i am never going to actually do.
+tebweb1 precisly.
its all about that trivia show you might one day be on.
last time i was this early lindy didn't believe in climate change
>2016
>Still believes in climate change
So did Lindy change his mind?
I quite find that it adds something to my appreciation of Lindy that I disagree with him on some things, sort of like the idea he illustrated in that video where he crosses out articles in the paper that he agrees with.
Which video was that?
And also, I believe his opinion on the matter has not changed.
Clearly Lloyd will have changed his mind now since that was an old video and everything Al Gore and his expert scientists predicted turned out to be true, the polar ice caps melted back in 2013, polar bears are extinct and food is running out. Billions will now die because we wouldn't hand over all power to a global government. International socialism could've saved us. With socialism no one has to starve.
wait.....has he indicated that he believes in it now?
Ah, the old tuck turn. I'm pretty sure that this "dance" was originally an evasive movement learned by 16c infantrymen to lessen the chance of being hit by over-sized double-bitted axes, fire arrows, highly poisonous swords which killed instantly, the arrows from ineffective mounted archers and even the charge of a berserker....sadly the infantrymen could never avoid the flaming Spandau's!!!
LOL hilarious! Thx! Smackedinthejaw! You are a fall down scream laugh riot!
Those dancing videos are awesome.
Came here for ancient history, got intrigued by the rants, stayed for those moves, damn!
I've always suspected it, but now i know its true. The ladies love LindyBeige. Tall and cultured, they can't get enough of him. They're impressed.
It's sort of strange to me, albeit oddly satisfying to see European embrace something that's so quintessentially American as jazz and swing. I say the satisfaction is odd because I don't usually feel a sense of vicarious satisfaction or pride in aspects of my country's history or culture with which I had nothing to do
The revival started simultaneously in Britain, Sweden, and the USA. The biggest swing dance scene in the world is Korea.
Lindybeige
I can see that. Korea seems to be particularly open to trying new things, culturally. sort of a stark contrast to their northern neighbors
I think many of them would love a change, actually.
I agree. Most cultures in that general area are somewhat insular but South Korea has almost been craving new an interesting cultures to come share. I have been there once or twice. They have really taken a liking to American style BBQ by the way, ha. It feels like a two way street though as they seem more then happy to share their culture too, which is nice.
I'm still trying to get the long legged Charleston to work. All my friends say "Yuri you are a powerlifter not a dancer please stop" but I don't care, it looks fun. I just wish I could do it better.......
You should dance in Hoplite armor.
so he can become the first Lindy Hoplite? ;D
I wish the teacher at the lindyhop class I once attended was half as good as you at teaching! Maybe I would have continued then.
Lloyd is such a renaissance man, it's amazing
BRAVO lb, great instructional vid
love the follow ...
so that part is basically the basic steps for dancing jive. :)
very interessting to see the roots of a dance i myself enjoy quite a bit.
I actually had to google what Lindy is when I started watching your video a year ago. I never expected to see it here.
that "PAY ATTENTION" got you my like
I'm early on a lindybeige video. I should say something snarky to get a reply...
..........
you're not early, you're on time
Sorry im late guys.
Am I still early?
That's only because a wizard is never early or late, he arrives precisely when he means to.
***** What is a hobbit doing in the comment section?
I love your dance videos. I haven't seen all of them, but I'm pacing myself.
Damn I actually learned something new about dancing, and this is coming from a latino used to salsa dancing and the like.
Hey Lindybeige which kind of bearfat are you using to tame your natural wild hair and beard ?
Katanas, Spandu, Vikings, dual-wielding; fire arrows, ended rightly with pommel throw.... Did I just get the first generic Lindy comment??
You forgot the french. Shame on you and your elderberry-scented father.
Let the buzzsaw war begin
The Bren is so accurate, that it's been considered for use as anti-satellite weaponry.
The -MG42- Spandau is so inaccurate, that it's most useful as a bludgeoning instrument.
You can find more facts like these, only on RUclips.
I heard that the longest tank kill in the world was made by a British gun-must've been a 120mm Bren!
Thrax Hunter end it with and dancing!
Is there any chance you can make a video talking about yourself? I've spent so much time listening to you talk about the origins of just about anything, but I'm curious to hear you tell us where you came to learn all of this. I'm sure it'll be a good story.
Rockin' the bow-tie!
Quite the dapper chap.
Why am I watching this? Will never need it anyway. Uguu.
Part of me likes to imagine that these videos were made to prove to an organization that you can teach swing dancing classes and that all of your historically oriented videos before this were just a practice in teaching for this specific series.
Wonderful.
You make a splendid (dance) couple, a pleasure to watch.
My father knew how to dance like that, though he never showed me. He died on the dance floor, of a massive heart attack, doing a Jitterbug. Thank God, he was surrounded by friends and family. He died happy.
I wouldn't like to die but if it has to happen well this is a nice way. :-)
But can you kill Frenchmen with it
You'd be surprised
Tuck turn is really hard to dodge, even for Bourrée Auvergnate experts
The tuck turn has never been known to kill Frenchmen. However, when well executed in front of a madamoiselle, it may afford one the opportunity to stuff the French.
No, but you can take off one of those shoes and end them rightly.
heroofcanton101 omfg yes
Exquisite tutorial, man.
I'd like to see a video of you two just dancing, to see the things you're explaining put in practice.
Hey Lindy! Sweet moves keep it up ;)
Hey. Iv enjoyed most of your videos thus far, however some cause a fair bit of controversy to my mind. Such as this one. I like that you have a wide and varied range of interests. Keep up the good work and I'm sure il enjoy future posts. Peace
So, is lindyhop teacher lloyd's regular day job?
Used to be.
What is it now?
Lindyhop night teacher
I believe he lectures history at a university, but don't quote me on that
I have really been feeling the lindy videos. I mean I came for the beige, but I am staying for the lindy.
your dancing partner is one of the most beautiful women I've ever seen.
From hoplite to tuck turn in 3,2,1 and of you GO. ;)
the most interesting man in the world
Hi Mr. Beige. i have a question for you. cant really find anything about it on the internet so ill ask here :P Have Bulls (cattle) ever been used as cavalry? maybe its why cowboys made a sport of trying to ride them? no idea
Lindybeige is the James Bond of D and D players.
Maybe you could also explain from the follower's perspective? For example, during the turn, follower should follow their elbow to increase comfort and connection, but more importantly minimise shoulder injury.
LMAOOOO I LOVE YOU LINDY "I have a tiny head" I CANT STOP LAUGHING
Yayyy, more from the nice lady. I feel a dance in my pants.
Coming from a martial arts background, I watched this as martial arts instructions - I'm confused though: Where's the grip? The throw? The finishing blow?
...maybe this is why I never waltz.
(It's interesting and educative to learn about new arts. I appreciate it!)
Lindy i gotta be honest mate- i really like the fact you're enjoying Lindy Hop enough to want to push it to a wider audience, but you should set up another channel for this- i really wanna see more history videos mate- as you are to me like the awesome History teacher I never had and the reason I have a renewed interest in History. hope this doesn't come across the wrong way. all the best Ben
I'm a Lindy Hop fanatic. Most of the things I watch on RUclips are dance. But I agree 100% with BenniboiBadman. Just my opinion but Lindy fans and History fans would both be better served by separate channels. I'd still watch both.
Lloyd clearly labeled all his dance videos so I don't see a problem with them being on this channel. He also puts up rants that have nothing to do with history.
How about a video on how common the Lindy Hop was in the UK before and during 1945?
Also, maybe an article on proper period outfits & hairstyles ;)
is that the Emily from dishonored? :D
there you go man ! now time to end her rightly ...
The Lindy and Mindy Dance show!
Do you ever look at some of the content from this channel and wonder "Is this the same person?"
The chub and tuck? No? Dude..
you are drunk, go home!
There's no chub and tuck here!
I doubt this can work well in a tense hoplit formation though.
I love seeing lindy dance, you can totally picture how skilled he must be in a knife fight
I like the way you explain! when another step? :)
Looking very dapper Lloyd
It would be cool to see you guys do a short dance at full speed.
The local lindy hop groups are going to be wondering why they are getting all thoose medieval enthusiats joining up...
Lindybeige is a stud
The last bit about the footwork is just like grammatical rules in creative writing. At beginner level, you don't know all the rules. At intermediate level, you're following the rules as they're written. At advanced, you've learned when and how to break the rules for creative flavour or a personal touch.
Your pants look really comfortable
Are you perhaps still in Finland? What is your favorite place here in Helsinki?
Lindybeige Great Guide of how to turn 300.000 medieval enthusiasths to Lindy Hop dancers
love it! Thanks.
Lindy do you think maybe you could make a video on your favourite music/bands/genres? if you like music that is...
It would be an interesting yet not to intrusive glimpse into your personal life and your mind you can tell alot about someone by the music they listen to :) just a thought
Oh man I love these Lindyhop videos. Where can I find a place to learn in Germany?
EDIT: Or asked differently, could we as viewers commission a basic course?
These dancing videos were fun for they're novelty, but he keeps uploading more...
Lloyd, You Rule!!
what type of music is this? (sorry my lack of musical knowledge).
what's the end card music on this video? the link in the description is for the normal theme.
I forget the track name, but I'm pretty sure it's by my favourite: Artie Shaw.
Lindybeige
much appreciated.
Wait?! Where is the part about axes? :-D
Lindybeige, you're a rather awesome gentleman, if I may say so myself.
On a side note, this looks very similar to jive.
Lindy, I'm thinking of writing a story that involves Roman legionaries. Can you recommend any resources that'd be particularly useful toward the end of maintaining some semblance of historical authenticity?
Read the Eagles of the Empire book series by Simon Scarrow.
Lloyd's hair under some sort of control? I suspect an imposter. Did someone call for a stunt Lloyd or something?
That's a ballroom spot turn (pushes glasses back on nose and snorts).
At 6:10 Loyd Americana locks himself. (close enough)
Those pants are 3 sizes too big, or is that the point? I don't know much about Lindy hop fashion.
more like 6 sizes
or lindy's legs are friggin huge
I know this is supposed to seem easy, but it appears extraordinarily complex to learn...
2:02 pom pom, dam pa dam, through she goes, ha!
I don't know about everyone else, but the end screen links aren't working for me and I'm not on mobile.
Possibly you were so early that the annotations hadn't started working. They don't work immediately.
You just made "so early" joke, and you weren't even joking. Well played.
So there's no lethal violence involved at all?
Why am I learning now that Lindybeige dances swing?
MORE WAR LESS DANCE!!!
Just kidding great video keep it up!
We don't really need swords and all that, this should have been a dancing channel all along. Where did everything go so wrong?