Erik & Rickie from "America's Got Talent" is one of the top 40 acts on Season 4 of the NBC talent competition series. They are ballroom dancers from Seattle, Washington, who have made it into the quarterfinals.
Erik Linder (age 9) and Rickie Taylor (age 8) started ballroom dancing at the young age of four. They started in a class and were quickly paired up due to their similar size and age. They became fast friends and began performing and competing in showcases. Since then, they have won several National titles over the last two years. Erik and Rickie dance 10 different dances: the Waltz, Tango, Foxtrot, Vienesse Waltz, Quickstep, Cha Cha Cha, Samba, Rumba, Paso Doble and, of course, the Jive. They love performing for a variety of audiences, including retirement communities. Being on "America's Got Talent" has given Erik and Rickie the chance to share their love of dancing with Americans of all ages.
Audition
Erik & Rickie danced to "Proud Mary" by Credence Clearwater Revival. Even though Erik & Rickie are both just 8 years old, they have been dancing together for 4 years!
Erik Linder (age 9) and Rickie Taylor (age 8) started ballroom dancing at the young age of four. They started in a class and were quickly paired up due to their similar size and age. They became fast friends and began performing and competing in showcases. Since then, they have won several National titles over the last two years. Erik and Rickie dance 10 different dances: the Waltz, Tango, Foxtrot, Vienesse Waltz, Quickstep, Cha Cha Cha, Samba, Rumba, Paso Doble and, of course, the Jive. They love performing for a variety of audiences, including retirement communities. Being on "America's Got Talent" has given Erik and Rickie the chance to share their love of dancing with Americans of all ages.
Audition
Erik & Rickie danced to "Proud Mary" by Credence Clearwater Revival. Even though Erik & Rickie are both just 8 years old, they have been dancing together for 4 years!