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In Benin, musical traditions and accompanying dances connect participants to their religion, community, and natural environment.
Much like the punk scene thriving there, Mt. Pleasant is rather homegrown and offbeat.
“D.C. culture has influenced my whole life,” says musician Malik Stewart, better known as Malik DOPE Drummer.
Along Mt. Pleasant’s eponymous main street, music is a much celebrated facet of local culture.
Follow along for the sounds of the D.C. birds, the chickadee, the rude blue jay, and a little lesson in ASL.
Hear singer and guitarist Chris Richards speak about his relationship to the D.C. music community.
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