

‘The Locomotion’ was first released in 1962 by Little Eve, it was a dance floor sensation through the 60’s, 70’s and 80’s and could probably still get everyone on their feet today! After its release in the 60’s it was covered by Grand Funk Railroad in 1974 and Kylie Minogue in 1988. The iconic move to this dance involves extending one leg while swivelling your ankle in and out!

‘The Mashed Potato’ was all the rage back in 1962. The 60’s bought with it a whole host of dance crazes including this little gem from Dee Dee Sharp. Hear this song and you’ll probably be transported back to your childhood discos, your head filling with images of you and your friends slapping your legs and attempting your own versions of Irish step-dancing while the boys skid around on their knees! Here is the dance video: Some have been a passing phase some will still have a whole party on their feet in a fit of synchronised dancing! Check out these top sensational dance crazes to sweep the world. Over the years we have seen the catchy and the creative to the downright incredulous. Today’s article is written by Meredith Watts who is going to enlighten us with the most popular dance crazes of all time (1960-2013).ĭance is an ever evolving world of creativity and experimentation.
