Dance Mogul Magazine is the first Melanated-owned dance publication in print and digital, founded in 2010 to inspire self-empowerment through the stories of dancers who beat the odds. From hip-hop and street dance culture to ballet, contemporary, and urban dance — we give dancers a voice, honor their contributions, and document the culture.
Our Origin
Basil Harris — CEO & Co-Founder
Dance Mogul Magazine was born from a father-and-son journey through the streets of Newark, NJ. Basil Harris, CEO and Co-Founder, has been an active participant in street dance culture for over 45 years. Growing up in Newark, he was inspired by older dancers who performed in the community — and in 1979, he found his own voice through movement.
The early days of Dance Mogul Magazine
When his son Anthony was labeled an at-risk youth, Basil turned to the arts as a bridge. What began as a tool for communication became a life-changing bond. Father and son traveled the country, speaking with dancers from every walk of life — from contemporary stages to street corners — and heard the same message everywhere: dancers needed more press, more opportunities, and more respect.
That unanimous voice from the dance community became the foundation of Dance Mogul Magazine.
Our Mission
Mission in action
We exist to inspire self-empowerment. Every interview, every cover feature, every story we publish carries the DNA of that original mission — proving that the arts can transform lives, build bridges between generations, and give purpose to those who need it most.
Dance Mogul Magazine covers the full spectrum of dance culture including hip-hop, BBboying, street dance, locking, waacking, voguing, urban dance, ballet, contemporary, and tap — with a consistent focus on the human story behind the movement.
The Awards
Recognizing that dancers are rarely honored for their cultural contributions, Dance Mogul Magazine created two awards to change that.
Lifetime Achievement AwardHonors individuals who have dedicated over 50 percent of their lifetime to uplifting others through the arts and community service.
Dance Mogul AwardRecognizes dancers who have reached the height of their careers while using their success to elevate those around them.
Lifetime Achievement Award Recipients
- Don Campbellock Campbell
- ShockaLock
- Tyrone Proctor
Award Ceremony
Award Recipients
Legacy & Culture Award Ceremony
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Our Promise to the Culture
Dance Mogul Magazine is forever evolving — with time, with purpose, and with the culture. If you are a dancer, a dance educator, a choreographer, or someone who believes in the power of the arts to change lives, this platform was built for you.