Tracking Go-Go Music’s Controversial Past and Present

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 should it be? Hosts Michael Schaffer and Bridget Todd discuss what Go-Go means to both of them, how its influenced their perspective on the city, and if Go-Go could go national. Sign up for our morning newsletter for more cultural tidbits like this.  And we’re gearing up for our first live taping ever!! Come meet the team and see how the sausage gets made at Politics & Prose’s Union Market location on November 30. More details here. And we’d love to feature you on the show! We’re collecting New Year’s Resolutions (never too early to set some intentions!). What are your hopes and dreams for D.C. 2023? And how do you plan to help achieve them? Leave us a voicemail by calling 2026422654.