Vintage Clip of Maxx Kidd and Konan Discussing Go-Go Failed Attempts With Local Radio

In this episode of Powerhouse, Konan showcases clips of an interview he shared with Maxx Kidd regarding Go-Go music and its failed attempts at building relationships with the local radio stations. This episode also includes an interview with Roland, as well as a video presented by Maxx entitled “DC Don’t Stand for Dodge City,” featuring Chuck Brown, Little Benny, Sugar Bear and Andre ‘Whiteboy’ Johnson. WATCH CLIP BELOW; Continue reading Vintage Clip of Maxx Kidd and Konan Discussing Go-Go Failed Attempts With Local Radio

Rare Essence 2010 – The Prodigal Son Has Come Home [D.Floyd, Derek Paige & Bojack]

By Kato Hammond I am guessing by now that (if you’ve read the Washington Post article) we all know exactly what Rare Essence meant when they titled their 30 Year Reunion show “Past, Present and Future!”  On Sunday night September 11, the inner city goovin wickedest band alive delivered the past and the present to a crowd of about 3000 people.  And this morning they’ve capped it off announcing the “FUTURE” — which is:  along with the addition of their newest female singer, Ms. KiKi (formally of the go-go band CCB) — three former members Donnell Floyd, Derek Paige and … Continue reading Rare Essence 2010 – The Prodigal Son Has Come Home [D.Floyd, Derek Paige & Bojack]

One on One With Andre “Whiteboy” Johnson of Rare Essence [VIDEO]

In preparation for the upcoming Rare Essence reunion, Wingsworld brings you a quick video production of some quick one on ones with lead guitarist, co-manager…  and only remaining original member still standing on the Rare Essence stage, Andre “Whiteboy” Johnson. WATCH VIDEO CLIP BELOW: ———————————————- MAKE YOUR COMMENT VIA FACEBOOK BELOW: Continue reading One on One With Andre “Whiteboy” Johnson of Rare Essence [VIDEO]