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Go-go was originated by African-American musicians in Washington, D.C., during the mid-1960s to late-1970s. Go-go has limited popularity in other areas, but maintains a devoted audience in the Washington metropolitan area as a uniquely regional music style and was named the official music of Washington, D.C., in February 2020. [2]
Charles Louis Brown (August 22, 1936 – May 16, 2012) was an American guitarist, bandleader, and singer known as "The Godfather of Go-Go". [1] Go-go is a subgenre of funk music developed around the Washington, D.C., area in the mid-1970s.
The Go-Go Museum is a museum located in Washington, D.C., dedicated to go-go music, a variety of funk music developed in the city. The museum, located in the Anacostia neighborhood of Southeast Washington, has been offering virtual programming since 2020, with an official grand opening scheduled for February 19, 2025.
With go-go music gaining in popularity, and the band gaining local notoriety, the band began booking performances at schools, recreation centers, fundraisers, and government agencies. The band was often seen performing for tourists on the streets of Washington, D.C.
This is a discography documenting albums, music, and music videos released by American go-go musician Chuck Brown. Albums. Studio albums List of studio albums, with ...
Experience Unlimited (also known as simply E.U.) is a Washington, D.C.–based go-go/funk band that enjoyed its height of popularity in the 1980s and early 1990s. [2] Fronted by lead singer/bassist Gregory "Sugar Bear" Elliot, the group has had a fluctuating membership over the years, but they have maintained a fairly loyal following.
The go-go band was about to start its next set when Tony Lee got the nod – it was time to go on. ... He grew up on go-go music particularly listening to the Junkyard Band. His brother, Bill, 52 ...
Live at Breeze's Metro Club is a live album recorded and released in 1986 by the Washington, D.C.–based go-go band Rare Essence. [1] [2] [3] [4] The album was ...