'Krump Kings' Perform at the 78th Annual Academy Awards

LOS ANGELES, CA (Krump Kings Inc.) - The latest evolution in "urban" dance will be seen across America at the 78th Annual Academy Awards on March 5, 2006. Krump Kings dancers, Tight Eyez, Young and General were chosen to be among some of the performers for Three 6 Mafia's presentation of their Oscar nominated song, "Hard Out Here ... " from the feature film "Hustle & Flow."

The Krump Kings, along with additional dancers will be including a positive and uplifting message to highlight their performance.

This is the second time in Oscar history that a hip-hop artist has performed during the award ceremony. With the participation of the Krump Kings, this will be a performance more original and exhilarating then ever before.

The Krump Kings' first national appearance was featured in the film "Rize" directed by David LaChapelle. Since their debut, the group has performed throughout the country and Europe; giving seminars and workshops on the "Krump" style of dance. The Krump Kings have also released several instructional videos through their distribution deal with Ardustry Home Entertainment. The latest DVD releases are "KRUMP 1.0," "KRUMP 2.0" and "BREAKIN VS. KRUMPIN." In addition to the video releases the Krump Kings have also recently released two new CD's titled, "Krumpology" and "Rude Awakening."

The Krump Kings represent an uplifting movement and set an example of what can be accomplished when young adults and youth collectively gather together to make a difference for their generation and the generations to follow. To get more information regarding Krump Kings, upcoming events, booking or retail enter the world of the "Krump" by visiting https://www.krumpkings.com.

The 78th Annual Academy Awards will be held on March 5, 2006 at the Kodak Theatre in Hollywood, CA. with a live telecast on ABC at 5PM PT/ 8PM ET.