Fences Takes on Stepping Challenge with Local Dance Crew
Chris Mansfield and pals bring back Nineties rhythmic routines in a playful style moment!!
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Christopher Mansfield, better known by his stage name Fences, surprised fans this week with a sunlit Instagram snap captioned “Step, step, step dads.” In the image, the Seattle-based indie-pop artist and three friends lean back mid-step on a grassy lawn, grinning as they revive a nostalgic rhythmic routine.
Fences Embraces Stepping Trend
In the primary post, published April 20, Fences stands alongside three longtime collaborators. Each wears casual streetwear—jeans, sneakers and baseball caps—while synchronizing a classic step move. The caption, “Step, step, step dads,” playfully nods to the fact that the quartet are now in their thirties yet still mastering dance-floor basics.
The shot arrives amid a broader revival of group-stepping videos on social media, where creators pay homage to Nineties and early-2000s choreography. Fences is no stranger to trends—he first broke out in 2014 with his single “Arrows,” which topped the Hype Machine charts and led to tours supporting acts such as Bastille.
Throwback To Crew Moments
This isn’t the first time Fences has shared playful moments with this crew. Earlier this month, he tagged @nofunla and @thelocalboogeyman in a similarly candid photo from the same backyard setting. In that post, the caption simply read:
“@nofunla @thelocalboogeyman”
Fans noted the shared energy between Mansfield and his friends, praising the genuine camaraderie behind the lens. The recurring appearances of The Local Boogeyman collective hint at an ongoing creative partnership—one that spans music videos, pop-up events and casual dance-offs.
What’s Next For Fences
Beyond stepping routines, Fences has been quietly working on new music. He hinted at an upcoming EP in late March and teased fans with behind-the-scenes clips of studio sessions on Instagram Stories. Earlier this year, he also launched a limited-run merch drop—T-shirts and hoodies featuring hand-drawn designs—that sold out within hours.
Mansfield’s collaborations extend beyond his own projects. He contributed vocals and songwriting on tracks for fellow Seattle artists and has co-written songs for emerging pop acts. With a growing fan base in Europe and Asia, he’s rumored to announce tour dates later this summer.
In an era where authenticity resonates more than polished gimmicks, Fences’s playful step video is a timely reminder that music—and dance—are about shared moments. By tagging his friends and leaning into a lighthearted caption, he bridges the gap between indie-pop sensation and approachable creative.
Whether you’re here for his chart-topping singles or nostalgic dance content, Fences is proving that a little step routine can yield big smiles—and maybe even inspire fans to dust off their own dad moves.
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