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A CEREMONIAL RESOLUTION
21-60
IN THE COUNCIL OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA
June 2, 2015
To recognize the role of the Maverick Room at 2305 4th Street, N.E., and other music venues for their critical role in the development and support of the District of Columbia’s indigenous go-go music and culture.
WHEREAS, the District of Columbia has a rich musical history and musicians and the arts continue to play a vital role in making the District a wonderful place to live, work, and visit;
WHEREAS, go-go music and culture are indigenous to the District of Columbia and contribute to the creative, economic, and entertainment fabric of our city;
WHEREAS, the Maverick Room was open in the 1960s and 1970s at 2305 4th Street, N.E., and, along with other venues, such as Panorama Room, Disco Trés Chic, and Thumpers, featured musical acts and fans that developed the go-go sound;
WHEREAS, Chuck Brown and the Soul Searchers, Rare Essence, Trouble Funk, Experience Unlimited, and other groups created and popularized go-go;
WHEREAS, the District of Columbia’s past, present and future are enriched by the web of people and places connected to go-go, including musicians, fans, venues, record stores, disc-jockeys, dancers, and more; and
WHEREAS, we have an obligation to safeguard and celebrate this cultural gem and ensure that go-go continues to thrive in the District of Columbia in the future, such as through a Go-Go Institute.
IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED, BY THE COUNCIL OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, that the Council of the District of Columbia recognizes the rich contributions made to our city by go-go music and culture, which was incubated at the Maverick Room.
Sec. 2. This resolution may be cited as the “Maverick Room Go-Go Heritage Recognition Resolution of 2015”.
Sec. 3. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon the first date of publication in the District of Columbia Register.
