Saying Goodbye To The Kojo Nnamdi Show
On this last episode, we look back on 23 years of joyous, difficult and always informative conversation.
Michelle Blackwell performing at a birthday celebration for Chuck Brown, the "godfather of go-go" in 2013.
If you frequent Wolf Trap shows or Kennedy Center performances, you may think of D.C. audiences as somewhat subdued. But is Washington –a home of go-go and punk music- really that uptight when it comes to experiencing live performances? It depends on who you ask and where you look. Bandwidth.fm editor Ally Schweitzer and two members of D.C.’s local music scene join us to discuss.
Guests
- Ally Schweitzer Editor, WAMU 88.5's Bandwidth
- Michelle Blackwell Go-go performer, @ChelleBwell
- Dante Ferrando Owner and promoter, Black Cat
Are Music Audiences In D.C. More Subdued Than Others?
Michelle Blackwell At The Howard Theatre
Chuck Brown Performs "Wind Me Up!"
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