On July 20th, 2022, Go-Go artist Frank “Scooby” Siruis and I chopped it up for a quick session to talk about the formation and foundation of his band Sirius Company, as well as his continued contributions to this go-go game. … Continue reading Frank “Scooby” Sirius on The ONE ON ONE w/Kato Hammond (FULL INTERVIEW)
It’s a Family Affair!!! My guests today are… three legendary musicians who have come from a family of legendary musicians who have intertwined and made significant impacts on the music scene and in this Go-Go music culture. Trumpeter “Too Tall” … Continue reading It’s A Family Affair: “Too Tall” Steve, Kiggo, and Syeed on The ONE ON ONE w/Kato Hammond (FULL INTERVIEW)
Artists, my artists! You are expressing yourself, doing it good, and working THROUGH your own healing–from colonialism AND that stuff life brought to you to learn from. ???? Nina Angela Mercer is singing your song. Get you a power boost … Continue reading 99 & Kato – The Writers’ Experience – Ep. 3: Writing With Magic w/Nina Angela Mercer
If you love love love the classic TV show Soul Train, listen to a great interview with the author who interviewed over 100 people to break it on down so it could forever be broke! ? Ericka Blount Danois has … Continue reading 99 & Kato – The Writers’ Experience – Ep. 2: Capturing The Culture w/Ericka Blount Danois
It’s not just about longevity in the hip hop “game” but holding certain truths to be self-evident in growing oneself as a human. Not just how you network, but how you talk to people, how you challenge yourself, and how … Continue reading 99 & Kato: The Writers’ Experience – Ep. 1: Longevity In The Craft w/Priest Da Nomad
Welcome to “99 & Kato: The Writers’ Experience,” the podcast that takes you on an enthralling journey through the vast and captivating world of writing. Join your hosts, Tahira Chloe Mahdi, AKA 99, and Kato Hammond, as they dive deep … Continue reading Brand New PODCAST Series for Writers – Exploring the Art and Craft of Writing, One Page at a Time
On July 2, 2023, the go-go community lost a soldier in this culture who went by the name of Wilson Garrett… better known as Buck. Who was mostly known for the work and music he built with his band called … Continue reading Wilson “Buck” Garrett on The ONE ON ONE w/Kato Hammond (FULL INTERVIEW)
I am syced like a mug to announce that I have officially been accepted into the Recording Academy (The Grammys) as a New Member of the 2023 Class – Washington DC Chapter. This also means that I am now officially … Continue reading Kato Hammond Becomes New Member of the Recording Academy (Grammys) Washington DC Chapter
The Music Adventures of Kato & The AllyKats – Volume One Experience the pulsating rhythm of go-go music in this exciting debut arc, spanning 64 pages of vibrant illustrations and dynamic storytelling. Follow the journey of Kato, a talented rhythm … Continue reading The Very First Ever Go-Go Music Comic Book!!!
My guest today is… Author Tahira Chloe Mahdi. Join us as we highlight and discuss the release of her new book entitled “This Is NOT How It Was Supposed To Go.” WATCH INTERVIEW SESSION BELOW: Continue reading Author Tahira Chloe Mahdi on The ONE ON ONE w/Kato Hammond (FULL INTERVIEW)
Tahira Chloe Mahdi aka “99” is back with the deliciously wild This Is Not How It Was Supposed to Go. BALTIMORE, MD— An unemployed 32-year-old moves back home determined to find a job and a summer fling, but her suburban … Continue reading TMOTTGoGo Author’s New Novel is Bursting with Juicy Adventures
New go-go single from Kato & The AllyKats entitled “I Am”, now available on all streaming platforms HERE: https://fanlink.to/katoallykatsiam Click below to watch the video: Lyrics: Whoa… Yea… Daylight’s come in Your desire You can feel it In your fire … Continue reading Kato & The AllyKats – “I Am” [Official Music VIDEO]
The new go-go single from DC’s Iconic Junkyard Band entitled “LOVE SOUL CRANK” Song Produced by JS aka The Best Music Video Directed by MILKTRUCK Published by I Hear Ya Music, 216 217 Music, Adamantium X Publishing I Hear Ya … Continue reading Junkyard Band – “LOVE SOUL CRANK” [Official Music VIDEO]
New go-go single from Critical Condition Band (CCB) entitled “Optimistic” feat. J’TA, now available on all streaming platforms. Click below to watch the video: Continue reading CCB – “Optimistic” [Official Music VIDEO]