The beat!
The beat!2001
About this book
"The Beat is the first book to explore the musical, social, and cultural phenomenon of go-go. Rooted in funk and hip-hop, go-go - the only musical form indigenous to Washington, D.C. - features a highly syncopated, nonstop beat and vocals that are spoken as well as sung.
This book chronicles the development and ongoing popularity of go-go, focusing on many of its key figures and institutions, including established acts like Chuck Brown (the Godfather of Go-Go), Experience Unlimited, Rare Essence, and Trouble Funk; well-known DJs, managers, and promoters; and filmmakers who have incorporated go-go into their work."--BOOK JACKET.
Details
- First published
- 2001
- OL Work ID
- OL3483124W
Subjects
Rap (Music)Social life and customsFunk (Music)History and criticismGo-go (Music)African AmericansAfrican American musiciansMusic, history and criticismAfrican americans, washington (d.c.)African americans, social life and customs