As Go-Go marks its 50th anniversary this year, few bands embody the genre's heartbeat quite like Rare Essence-a group whose longevity and live-wire performances have made them both torchbearers and ...

Dancing on the eve of Labor Day means you can party without having to worry about work the next day! The beloved D.C. go-go band Rare Essence headlines the third annual Summer Soul Music Festival at ...

Go-go has been around for nearly 30 years, so it's only natural that Washington's home-grown funk music genre would develop a side industry of oldies shows. And it's a testament to the music's local ...

In D.C. Dream Day, we ask our favorite people in the area to tell us how they would spend a perfect day in the District. What makes Rare Essence the “Wickedest Band Alive”? For starters, the go-go ...

Dominated by drive and momentum, heavy on percussion and bass, go-go music is all about the beat. Live, "songs" can continue on for half an hour, as the percussion continues to simmer and punctuate ...

May 6, 2020 • From the good vibes of go-go band Rare Essence to the Afro-Cuban dance music of Cimafunk, this playlist of brass, funk and big bands will get you moving in no time. June 25, 2018 • Go-go ...

As Go-Go marks its 50th anniversary this year, few bands embody the genre's heartbeat quite like Rare Essence—a group whose longevity and live-wire performances have made them both torchbearers and ...

Rare Essence made a name for themselves with BODY MOVES, their first full length release. Their unique percussive groove and live shows rival some of the biggest names in music! RE's success has ...