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-based trio of female

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s and

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s who rose to recognition following their performance at '' Britain's Got Talent 2013'' which saw them reach the semi-final of the competition.

Background

Formed during their university days, the group is made up of Ezinne Asinugo, Soliat Bada and Nqobilé Ntshangase. In 2013, the group auditioned for the seventh series of ''

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'' and went on to reach the semi-final following performances that left

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impressed, thereby increasing the group's fanbase with ''

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s Seamus Duff listing them at #5 on his list of "Britain’s Got Talent’s Top 10 Sexiest Acts". The CEO Dancers have worked with the likes of

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among other notable acts.

Artistry

Dance style

Their main style of dance originates from Africa. Individually their styles range from Street Dance, Vogueing, Contemporary to Dancehall.

Influences

The group credit their major inspirations from classic artists like Fela to modern contemporary artists like

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Film appearance

In 2016, Ezinne and Soliat made guest appearances in the dance film ''The Dance Movie Project'' which premiered on 23 July 2016.

Awards and nominations

References

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