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Five must-have albums for new go-go listeners

It’s a sad fact that even for D.C. natives, the genre of go-go is still very much a well-kept secret in the 40 years of its musical history. The vibrant blend of percussion-heavy funk and R&B as epitomized in local legends such as Chuck Brown & The Soul Searchers commands a large following in popular clubs. While it may not enjoy the commercial success of the many subgenres it would later influence, go-go can still be enjoyed by party-goers and busybodies alike. As part of The Eagle’s ongoing coverage of one of D.C.’s most important cultural contributions, here’s a list of some of the greatest go-go albums from the District’s finest.

Student Profile: Katie Gale, leader on campus and abroad

The newly appointed Student Government Director of Military Affairs hopes to make a difference here on campus as well as in a country halfway across the world.

Fall book releases offer diverse food-for-thought across literary genres

Every year autumn promises to bring crisp weather, pumpkin spice lattes at Starbucks and a stack of enjoyable reads to curl up in a wool blanket with. This fall, expect to find science fiction, politics, fantasy, crime and suspense hitting the bookshelves in several highly anticipated novels of 2010.

Georgetown fashion event draws large crowds, boosts business for local retailers

Fashion’s Night Out, the international event created to celebrate the joys of fashion, made a big splash in D.C. Friday, Sept. 10, as the cobblestone streets of Georgetown were full of people in search of good deals and a good time. Over 80 stores, restaurants and salons kept their doors open to shoppers until 11 p.m.

Polarization as the political norm

Imagine two mountains straddling a desolate valley far below. The mountaintops are crowded with loud voices only growing louder. The valley’s population is waning, its power neutralized long ago. This vignette is akin to America’s political landscape today. One mountain represents the Left, disappointed in President Barack Obama and confused as to why everything has gone so wrong, so fast. Another peak shelters the splintered, yet resurgent Right, comprised of an odd assembly of small government reformers and Tea Party enthusiasts. Far above the scene, a jubilant media caters to the partisan mess with shouting heads and dubious “no spin zones.”

‘90s alt-rock band sheds sound, style

Jimmy Eat World is not new to the music business. With more studio albums than can be counted on one hand composed over a decade, they have established themselves as a notable name in the alternative rock world and are named as influences by many bands out today. As they embark on another headlining tour around the country and prepare for the Sept. 28 release of their latest work, “Invented,” it seems as though Jimmy Eat World is just hitting its stride. In an interview with The Eagle, bassist Rick Burch discussed the band’s new album and how the band has evolved since forming in the mid ‘90s.

Clark Hall opens to freshmen

A newly renovated campus building debuted as a residence hall with slightly-larger-than-average rooms Sept. 7. Clark Hall has over 50 beds.

Editorial Cartoon: Drill, Baby, Drill

An original cartoon for The Eagle.

Meagan Lyle

Van Jones talks environment, news smear campaign

Environmental and civil rights advocate Van Jones addressed the importance of making new “green jobs” to save both the environment and the economy at a Kennedy Political Union event last Wednesday night in the Mary Graydon Center.

‘Green Eagles’ promote sustainability in residence halls

The Office of Sustainability hired 13 students to promote green living in residence halls. Their duties will include sorting waste to assess campus consumption.

Ward Week to bring 'revolutionary' programming to AU

The theme of this year’s Artemas Ward Week, “Revolutionize the Battle,” is meant to revive the tradition of friendly competition in the AU community, according to Student Government Vice President Maia Tagami.

AU students prepare for October AIDS Walk

AU student groups are aiming to meet or exceed last year’s turnout of 400 students for the 24th annual Whitman-Walker Clinic AIDS Walk Washington this year on Oct. 2, according to Liz Bayer, the director of Women’s Initiative’s HIV/AIDS Taskforce.

AU professors launch Punditwire website for politicos to sound off

The recent creation of PunditWire by two School of Communication professors allows politicos to sound off on newsworthy topics on an online forum.

Gabe Mende-Fridkis

Aditi Harsh

Video: 'A Voice 4 U' Campaign Voter Registration

Sami Green and Nate Bronstein attempt to register students to vote in D.C. in time for the ANC elections.