Pete Welsch has been DJing with the DC-based Fatback crew since 2006, and he’s seen DC’s dance scene move from scary rave music (thank you, Jesus) to a culture that embraces genres from all across the spectrum: garage rock, house, electro, etc. Wonkabout asked the funk/soul/boogaloo DJ to dish about DC nightlife and dance muzak. MORE »

“NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim June 2008 as Black Music Month. I encourage all Americans to learn more about the history of black music and to enjoy the great contributions of African-American singers, musicians, and composers. MORE »

* Funksgiving at Saint Ex. Free dancing at 10PM. [Brightest Young Things]
* Leftover Crack, The Sainte Catherines and Dead to Me at the Black Cat. $10 at 8PM. [Black Cat]
* The Legend of Paul and Paula at AFI. “A cult favorite so popular that official media blackouts could not keep audiences away. Filmmakers Plenzdorf and Carow winningly portray everyday life in East Berlin in a story of undefeatable, passionate love between a single mother and a married bureaucrat. Featuring the music of the East German cult rock band, The Puhdys.” 9:05PM. [AFI]

The facts:

• His younger brother played Elvin on The Cosby Show.

• Here is totally awesome song by Chris:
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• His father is Representative Major Owens, the Rappin’ Congressman.
• Yes, that is Steve Buscemi.
• Seriously, listen to that song.

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