Argentinian dance group literally sets stage on fire with epic routine for 'AGT'
They brought the heat.

You could watch this a million times and it wouldn't get old.
In the latest episode of āAmericaās Got Talent,ā a one-of-a-kind Argentinian dance troupe snagged a Golden Buzzer from Sofia Vergara and stunned audiences with a performance that truly brought the heat.
As the group, named LegiĆ³n, stepped onto the stage in matching sleek black outfits that look straight out of the film āDesperado,ā the crowd could already tell they were about to experience something special.
Just before starting their number, one of the LegiĆ³n dancers explained that the team all had āregular jobsā and would find time to rehearse around 2am of the night in a family memberās backyard. If they won, they would use the prize money to purchase a studio where they can truly dedicate himself to their craft.
Then, seemingly out of nowhere, someone appeared on stage to set their boots on fire.
LegiĆ³nās blazing routine was a riveting display of passion and precision, made even more thrilling with the rhythmic beats of drums and whips.
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The folk duel dance, called malambo, emerged in the late 19th century as a way for gauchos to test their speed, strength and dexterity against one another. As malambo choreographer Gilles Brinas explained to ArtBurst, the fast-paced footwork is inspired by the galloping horses gauchos would ride as they wrangle cattle.
And while malambo dancers might regularly add weapons or drums to their routine, it seems the boots-on-fire aspect was a completely new touch.
Even Vergara, who said I'm South American. I have seen this dance many timesā told the troupe "that was spectacular. I thought it was amazing. I have never seen anything like thatā just before hitting the Golden Buzzer button.
Cowell, along with Hiedi Klum and Howie Mandell also sang high praises. Klum remarked āI loved it. Many dancers have danced on this stage, but their feet have never been on fireā while Mandell called it āVery unexpected, very surprising.ā
āThis is something I genuinely can see in Vegas,ā Cowell noted.
Over in the Youtube comments, viewers felt the same way.
āI have never seen anything like that in my entire life. That was INCREDIBLE and very worthy of the golden buzzer. I can see them going very far if not winning. Congratulations and great job, guys!!!ā
āThat was amazing! Well deserved Golden Buzzer! I agree with Simon, VEGAS WORTHY! Viva en fuego muchachos!ā
āI literally never seen anything like this before. Theyāve added some danger to this act and original moves. Well deserved golden buzzer.ā
Congrats to LegiĆ³n, for delivering a unique, energetic and definitely fiery performance!
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