The Long Live GoGo Foundation is proud to launch “Long Live GoGo – Something For The People,” a multimedia public art campaign designed to amplify the legacy, resilience, and cultural power of Washington, DC’s native GoGo music. As an evolving exhibition, the project will unveil a series of artistic components over time—each piece telling a deeper story about the people, places, and rhythms that define DC’s identity.

Rooted in artistic activism, this campaign responds to the urgent threats of gentrification and cultural displacement by reclaiming public space and honoring the city's indigenous sound. GoGo music has long served as the heartbeat of DC and a vehicle for self-expression, organizing, and pride among its native residents. Yet its cultural significance remains underrecognized on the national stage.

“Something For The People” creates space for Washingtonians to control their narrative, celebrate their heritage, and share their truth with wider audiences—reminding the world that GoGo is not just music, but a movement worth preserving.

Reveal #1

“𝘗𝘪𝘦𝘤𝘦𝘴 𝘰𝘧 𝘔𝘦: 𝘊𝘩𝘶𝘤𝘬 𝘉𝘳𝘰𝘸𝘯 𝘔𝘰𝘴𝘢𝘪𝘤” (2025)

48 x 60 in.

Mixed Media Assemblage

Inkjet transfer on custom hexagon tiles, enhanced with gouache and colored pencil. Mounted on wood panel.

On view now at @1223potomacgallery

by Jermaine “jET” Carter (@jetcostudios)

Collage mosaic artwork of a man with facial hair wearing a cap, composed of numerous small images and hexagonal tiles.
A large crowd of people protesting on the street, some holding signs, with some playing drums and others on their phones. There are tall buildings in the background, and many people are wearing masks.
Crowd of protesters gathered on city street holding signs, with a man playing keyboard in the foreground and tall buildings, trees, and a cloudy sky in the background.
A large group of people gathered together, many wearing masks. Some are holding signs or flyers, and the scene appears to be a protest or rally.

Photography Credit: Maryann Taruc

for “Something For The People”

Black and white photo of a crowd of protesters holding signs at a rally, inside a large letter 'O' shape with cityscape background and the word 'COGO' at the bottom.