D.C.
Commission on the Arts and Humanities' Executive Director, Lionell
Thomas released the following statement on the passing of Go-Go music
legend, Chuck Brown.
"The
DC arts community mourns the passing of music icon, Chuck Brown. Chuck
was a musical legend that helped shape the musical identity of this
city. His music touched the lives of generations of Washingtonians, and
he will forever be known as the Godfather of Go-Go. Our condolences go
out to his family and friends. May he rest in peace."
I was fortunate to have met Mr. Brown several times. I taught 'Film Studies' to one of his children and on the occasions he would visit the school, everyone stopped in their tracks. He was a force. And generous. He put me on the guest list to see his performance with George Clinton at the 9:30 Club (2005?). It was an awesome show. Long live Chuck Brown. Long Live Go-Go.
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