JC-Source.Net - Your #1 Source For Everything JC Chasez

Backstage and getting personal with JC Chasez

Posted on 07-24-08 • comments submitted: (0) • forum • media

Many of you know of JC Chasez from the group 'N Sync, the popular boy band that produced the superstar Justin Timberlake along with paparazzi chased Lance Bass. In 2004, Chasez released a solo album, Schizophrenic, and has gone on to write and produce for music acts such as Girls Aloud, Basement Jaxx, and the Backstreet Boys.

His new project that Chasez is currently working on is the popular MTV show "Randy Jackson Presents America's Best Dance Crew" in which he's a judge along with choreographer Shane Sparks and rap diva Lil Mama. Since the show's inception, he's been a judge that is particular with execution and choreography that sometimes leads to audience members booing him whenever he has a solid critique of any of the popular b-boy/dance crews. Don't call him a Simon Cowell because he understands the hardship the groups go through.

JC took a few minutes out of his time before the show taping last Tuesday, July 15, 2008, backstage to wow me with his judging sensibilities.

Peter G: You're in your second season as a judge on "Randy Jackson Presents America's Best Dance Crew" and it seems like you've been a bit harder on the b-boy/breakdancing crews, why is that?
JC: I'm not necessarily harder on the b-boy crews but you know, I will point out things that should be worked on. Here's the thing. I respect all these crews. I respect the athleticism of these b-boy crews because they are doing things that take a lot of agility and a lot of strength, a lot of concentration. I'm going to tell you right now that a lot of those flips on my best days is not happening. I have the utmost respect for these guys but at the end of the day, in order to entertain for a long period of time, there has to be more. You have to so range. If all you do is back flips for an hour, it becomes less impressive 45 minutes in. The first back flip is wowing, the second one is wowing, and the twentieth one has lost its edge. I'm looking for range and execution.

Peter G: Talking about range, do you see that with Fanny Pak? Personally, I thought of them as the underdog but then now they have some contention to get to the top.
JC: They are definitely an underdog. In my opinion of what they have over all the groups, they have a creative element. They are a bit more visionary when it comes to the overall entertainment level. They don't do a thousand back flips and yet you're excited to see them, as you are an acrobatic group. There is something to be said of that. But I think at times some of the groups have given us that. It's just a matter of everybody living up to their fullest potential.

Peter G: It's coming down to the wire with only five groups left as of today (Tuesday, July 22, 2008), it's harder for you as a judge to send someone home?
JC: It's definitely tough to be a judge right now because basically I'd say four out of the five groups; we're like it's going to be impossible to send home.

Peter G: Do you feel like there's going to be a surprise upset where you say, "Oh My Gosh, we have to send one of these groups home."
JC: Here's the thing. On any given day, these groups can have their best day and they can have their worst day when the pressure is on that day.

Peter G: For you seeing these groups perform, does that give you the bug to get back out there and dance?
JC: I enjoy it and I enjoy watching these groups. I'm very fortunate to be in a position where I have a front row seat to a great show. To be it's like a dancing concert to me while I'm kind of taking notes along the way. I'm a fan of all these groups. I know how hard they work and they put their time, their thought and energy into it and I appreciate it. I know I'm judging but I'm enjoying it. When I see them working at it, it's inspiring and makes you want to go to work.

Peter G: I asked Shane Sparks about this, what group or what particular moves from a group has blown you away this season?
JC: Any in particular move, ah, maybe the air flairs. I just love the lines that I see with Fanny Pak. The lines they use are so unique. They are not going with generic lines when they are putting their legs or arms out. They are giving me something that is angular and eccentric. I've haven't been overexposed to it, so I feel like I'm watching something new all the time. I also love the cleanliness of SoReal. They're great. When it comes to execution, they are unbelievable. I would say those two are the greatest.

Peter G: Once the show wraps up, what's in the pipeline for you?
JC: I'm doing this show. I'm also going to shoot a small part in a film. Also, I'm always in the studio writing whether on my stuff or other people's stuff.

Peter G: Any plans for an album?
JC: That's always in the pipeline. [source]

new video
Posted on 07-25-08 • comments submitted: (2) • forum • media
America's Best Dance Crew (7/24/08) America's Best Dance Crew: episode 7 Thanks to Samantha for the video! format: mpg, size: 50mb Download \| Watch \| Captures

new video
Posted on 07-25-08 • comments submitted: (4) • forum • media
Think you were pissy that Supreme Soul got booted off ABDC tonight? Well, JC told us all three judges were REALLY PO’ed it had to happen: “To have those two crews in the bottom two, two out of the last three weeks, just really didn’t make sense to me.” So the real question remains, “Where were all the Supreme Soul supporters this week?” [source]

On the Set of America's Best Dance Crew
Posted on 07-24-08 • comments submitted: (0) • forum • media
(...) The judges' comments have been tougher this season, ranging from telling a group that a 10-year-old could do what they did to Shane Sparks cursing on national television. It's hard to know if this is the judges coming out of their shells or if they're being harder on the contestants, but Judge J.C. Chasez said the criterion for judging this season has not changed. "Every time we do a show, we want to be blown away," he said. "That's it. That hasn't changed. I want to be awed; I want to be inspired. I want to see something that makes me want to do something. You know? And that's consistent every week. That's how I want to feel." [source]

reality tv awards 08
Posted on 07-24-08 • comments submitted: (3) • forum • media
We asked you to vote for the best and worst in reality TV, and 1,340,208 tallies later, it's clear: When it comes to "nonscripted programming," either you love it, you hate it ... or you love to hate it. Click to find out who you named as Biggest Trainwreck (we sooo agree!), who you'd hate to be stuck with on an elevator, which 'Dancing' star you wish would be your partner -- and more fun ... for real. Worst Judge 42% Paula Abdul, 'American Idol' 20% JC Chasez, 'America's Best Dance Crew' 18% Tyra Banks, 'America's Next Top Model' 16% Piers Morgan, 'America's Got Talent' 5% Len Goodman, 'Dancing With the Stars' [source]

new photos
Posted on 07-23-08 • comments submitted: (2) • forum • media
America's Best Dance Crew taping. July 22, 2008.

new video
Posted on 07-23-08 • comments submitted: (2) • forum • media
Livevideo interview (7/22/08) Backstage at America's Best Dance Crew format: avi, size: 30mb Download \| Watch

sighting
Posted on 07-23-08 • comments submitted: (3) • forum • media
WEDNESDAY, JULY 16 · Spotted JC CHASEZ at the Grove movie theatre, accompanied by a shorter, Filipino-looking woman, and a little boy who appeared to be her son. JC was sporting a black baseball cap and black shorts, and interacted with the boy in a cute, fun uncle way. He was squatting down so they could chat, and I overheard him telling the kid in a "hey, did you know" type voice, that his friend so-and-so choreographed the dance for (insert nameless piece of children's entertainment that may or may not have impressed the boy). Identity = confirmed. Bonus points for friendly interaction with children. [source]

new video
Posted on 07-21-08 • comments submitted: (4) • forum • media
LA Times interview (7/17/08) JC talks about America's Best Dance Crew format: wmv, size: 15mb Download \| Watch \| Captures

david archuleta to cover jc's song
Posted on 07-21-08 • comments submitted: (13) • forum • media
"American Idol" runner-up David Archuleta is currently working on his new album and, according to ASCAP, he will cover JC's song "You Ruined Me".

gallery update
Posted on 07-19-08 • comments submitted: (3) • forum • media
Thanks to Mehidi for donating high quality caps from "What I Like About You".

Mario’s Celeb BFF Gets Cozy with ABDC Audience
Posted on 07-18-08 • comments submitted: (6) • forum • media
Admittedly, I’m not much of a Desperate Housewives fan — not really my demo — but the one good thing to rise from that soapy sapfest was cute lil’ Eva Longoria, who’s now about as A-Listy as it gets (yes, even A-Listier than you, Spencer Pratt). So, want to know what Miss Celebrity Hot Stuff did this Tuesday night? Hint: She’s very friendly with Mario Lopez and likes to watch live dancing (wink, wink). [source]

Tonight’s Bottom Two Promise Shock and Awe
Posted on 07-18-08 • comments submitted: (0) • forum • media
It’s that time again… you know, when you wish you’d been dipped in the same rhythm-gifted gene pool as the ABDC dance crews? Tonight’s episode is sure to make you drop your jaw, from the combined crew opening routine till the most shocking bottom two elimination thus far. We can only tell you so much, but keep your eyes peeled for one of the most creative entrances to date — thanks to one brave lady. In the vid, hear JC vent about the defeated crews’ lousy exits. PLUS: Shane Sparks gives a special “woot woot” to the underdog of this competition… [source]

Her First Name Ain’t Baby: JC and Layla Praise Miss Jackson
Posted on 07-17-08 • comments submitted: (1) • forum • media
She’s been performing since 1976 and hasn’t looked back — well, maybe a few times to check out her famous booty. Janet Jackson is a living legend and the ABDC family is honoring her tonight by using nothing but her music. [source]

new video
Posted on 07-18-08 • comments submitted: (1) • forum • media
America's Best Dance Crew (7/17/08) America's Best Dance Crew: episode 6 Thanks to Samantha for the video! format: mpg, size: 40mb Download \| Watch \| Captures