The Chuck Brown Band (Jazz Funk & Go-go Jam at BlackRock)

Chuck Brown was always known for having only the best musicians from DC in his band. This often translated into having the best musicians, period. With the addition of Frank ‘Scooby” Sirius leading the band forward on guitar and vocals, the Chuck Brown Band is arguably the Crankin’est Band on the Planet. Chuck’s daughter KK has always been a part of the show, and Chuck’s son Wiley Brown has joined the band, keeping Chuck’s “Family Affair” vibe as much a part of the band as it is a part of the relationship between the band and the audience. Digging through the vault of Chuck Brown classics from Run Joe and Go-Go Swing to more recent hits like Chuck Baby as well as new material by the band and interspersed with other Go-Go hits, the Chuck Brown Band combines the best of the Godfather and the best of Go-Go in an uplifting, non-stop performance. Infusing the Godfather’s mix of jazz, funk, and soul, along with audience call and response, his legacy continues. The Chuck Brown Band has been joined on stage by Ledisi, George Clinton, Dwele, Raheem DeVaughn, Lil Mo, Doug E Fresh, and others.

As part of the Jazz Funk & Go-go Jam, a celebration of the music of Washington, D.C. Join us October 21-23, 2022 as we light up Germantown with the best of the area artists including Chrystalez Bacon, Push Play featuring Pam Ward and D. Floyd, MC Jazztet, Crush Funk Brass Band, Sugar Bear & E.U., Robert Person & Allyn Johnson, and the band that backed father of Go-go, The Chuck Brown Band. Call 301-528-2260 or visit www.blackrockcenter.org for more information.