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202083 minGdocumentary

The Beat Don't Stop

202083 minGdocumentary

Eighty-three minutes cover the history and legacy of Go-Go music, featuring artists like Doug E. Fresh and Trouble Funk.

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Eighty-three minutes cover the history and legacy of Go-Go music, featuring artists like Doug E. Fresh and Trouble Funk.

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Deidre Butcherwriter

Nile Conewriter

Anwan Glover

Anwan Glovercast

Doug E. Fresh

Doug E. Freshcast

Gregory 'Sugar Bear' Elliottcast

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Go-Go music has deep roots in Washington, D.C. Artists such as Doug E. Fresh, Trouble Funk, and the Junk Yard Band describe its origins and influence. The documentary features performances and interviews with key figures in the genre. It investigates the music's role in shaping local culture. The 83-minute film captures the legacy of Go-Go and its impact on the broader musical scene.

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