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Exploring Go-Go Music’s Roots and Local Impact
Join Keith Parris as he delves into the vibrant history and cultural significance of Go-Go music, a genre that originated in Washington, DC. Discover how this percussion-heavy style, popularized by legends like Chuck Brown, has influenced generations. Keith also discusses the broader impact of Black creativity in American music, touching on genres like jazz, blues, and gospel.
Engage in a lively discussion on the challenges of gentrification in DC and how it’s affecting the local music scene. Keith also touches on current events, including the Supreme Court’s recent decisions and their implications. Special guests from the African-American Roundtable share insights on community empowerment and the importance of localized food systems.
Don’t miss this engaging episode packed with music history, community insights, and thoughtful discourse on pressing social issues.
Chapters
0:00 Introduction and Weather
4:23 History of Go-Go Music
7:08 Black Creativity in Music
9:04 Supreme Court Decisions
11:28 World Cup Soccer Highlights
13:22 NBA Free Agency Talk
16:32 50-Year Mortgage Discussion
20:25 Listener Calls and Feedback
23:16 Democratic Socialism in Milwaukee
29:18 Social Programs and Their Impact
31:40 Affordable Care Act Discussion
37:00 COVID-19 Lockdown Reflections
44:24 Community Voice Caller Reactions
49:21 African-American Roundtable Interview
56:29 Feed the Change MKE Campaign
1:10:11 Upcoming Community Events
Listen live: https://wnov860.com
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@wnovthevoice
Show on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLG5TjGLexIMI
Newsletter: https://milwaukeecourier.com/newsletter
Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/860WNOV
Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wnov.860/?hl=en
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By Keith B. ParrisJoin Keith Parris as he delves into the vibrant history and cultural significance of Go-Go music, a genre that originated in Washington, DC. Discover how this percussion-heavy style, popularized by legends like Chuck Brown, has influenced generations. Keith also discusses the broader impact of Black creativity in American music, touching on genres like jazz, blues, and gospel.
Engage in a lively discussion on the challenges of gentrification in DC and how it’s affecting the local music scene. Keith also touches on current events, including the Supreme Court’s recent decisions and their implications. Special guests from the African-American Roundtable share insights on community empowerment and the importance of localized food systems.
Don’t miss this engaging episode packed with music history, community insights, and thoughtful discourse on pressing social issues.
Chapters
0:00 Introduction and Weather
4:23 History of Go-Go Music
7:08 Black Creativity in Music
9:04 Supreme Court Decisions
11:28 World Cup Soccer Highlights
13:22 NBA Free Agency Talk
16:32 50-Year Mortgage Discussion
20:25 Listener Calls and Feedback
23:16 Democratic Socialism in Milwaukee
29:18 Social Programs and Their Impact
31:40 Affordable Care Act Discussion
37:00 COVID-19 Lockdown Reflections
44:24 Community Voice Caller Reactions
49:21 African-American Roundtable Interview
56:29 Feed the Change MKE Campaign
1:10:11 Upcoming Community Events
Listen live: https://wnov860.com
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@wnovthevoice
Show on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLG5TjGLexIMI
Newsletter: https://milwaukeecourier.com/newsletter
Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/860WNOV
Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wnov.860/?hl=en
#CommunityVoice #WNOV #Milwaukee