EPISODE · Jul 7, 2022 · 17 MIN
Go-Go Is D.C.'s Official Music. Should It Be?
from City Cast DC · host City Cast
Go-Go has been THE sound of D.C. since the late 1970’s. In 2020, Mayor Muriel Bowser designated it the official music of the District. But what happens when an art form that's intended to be subversive is embraced by those in power? Hosts Michael Schaffer and Bridget Todd discuss what Go-Go means to both of them, how it's influenced their perspective on the city, and if Go-Go could go national. Want some more D.C. news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter We’re also on Twitter! Follow us at @citycast_dc And we’d love to feature you on the show! Share your D.C.-related thoughts, hopes, and frustrations with us in a voicemail by calling 2026422654
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Go-Go has been THE sound of D.C. since the late 1970’s. In 2020, Mayor Muriel Bowser designated it the official music of the District. But what happens when an art form that's intended to be subversive is embraced by those in power? Hosts Michael Schaffer and Bridget Todd discuss what Go-Go means to both of them, how it's influenced their perspective on the city, and if Go-Go could go national. Want some more D.C. news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter We’re also on Twitter! Follow us at @citycast_dc And we’d love to feature you on the show! Share your D.C.-related thoughts, hopes, and frustrations with us in a voicemail by calling 2026422654
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Go-Go Is D.C.'s Official Music. Should It Be?
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