Recent contests have had crews from several parts of Europe showing off their skills. Last years battle was videod and there are two versions on sale. Born to Rock expect to find a place in the finals, supported by DJ First Rate who works with them at the jams. He rocks the house with his cutting and Blemmer leads the 'Popping' routines. After the wilderness years, Breaking is back, again growing in respect as an integral part of the Hip-Hop scene.
Rap is no longer the only representative of the culture upon which the whole is judged.
In south London, for instance, the Ghetto Grammar Workshop has introduced Breaking and Writing to its study courses, alongside the existing Rap and DJing classes. What's strange is that while the majority of the best jams are held in London, the elite Breakers come from outside the capital. For example, at a battle recently staged at the Subterrania, both crews were from out of town. Born To Rock was one, the other, Second To None from Bournemouth. Once again they're the focus of attention, making Hip-Hop more exciting and complete.