EP.30 Yaddiya Interview: Go-Go Music, DC Culture, Protests, Community Building, Hip Hop + Pop Culture Influence

We sat down with Yaddiya from Long Live Go Go for a powerful conversation about Go-Go music, Washington DC culture, and the deep roots of community, protest, and resistance that define the sound. Yaddiya breaks down how Go-Go has survived while continuing to be a unifying force in DC neighborhoods. We explore the history of Go-Go music, its role in DC protests and activism, and how rap, hip-hop, and pop culture have influenced the evolution of the genre. From street performances to national recognition, this episode dives into how artists use music to build community and preserve culture.   Sign the Petition! // https://www.change.org/p/include-go-go-genre-in-digital-music-services-categories?redirect_reason=guest_user - Follow Yaddiya on Instagram // https://www.instagram.com/yaddiya/ - Follow Long Live GO GO // https://www.instagram.com/longlivegogodmv/ - Support us on Patreon //  https://patreon.com/TheReUpPodcast  - Follow @TheReUpodcast // https://www.instagram.com/thereupodcast/   - Listen + Watch On All Platforms // https://linktr.ee/TheReUpodcast