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Welcome to the online home of the African American Music Association, Inc., a tax-exempt 501(c)(3) ​organization ​established in 1992 to preserve, protect, promote, and foster the continued development
of African American music and the legacy of those who compose, record, and perform the music.
Current Events
REMEMBERING JIMI DOUGANS
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In remembrance of our brother in music, Jimi Dougans
(original/founding member of The Young Senators),
AAMA has begun a community GoFundMe donation
campaign in support of Jimi's loving wife, Sherry,
and their family.
The Young Senators gained popularity in the 1960's and
are credited as the creators of Go-Go (DC's official music),
with hits like "Jungle" and "7th & T." The band was chosen
by former Temptation Eddie Kendricks to be his recording
and touring band, backing him on solo hits like
"Keep On Truckin'", "Boogie Down", and
"Girl You Need A Change of Mind."
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Your donation is tax deductible.
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The African American Music Association presents
“A SALUTE TO SALEEM”,
A celebration honoring Baba Saleem Hylton’s legacy and recognizing his more than 50 years of service to the DC community in music, entertainment, youth development, and restorative justice.
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DATE: Thursday, August 7, 2025
TIME: 5p-9p
ATTIRE: All White
LOCATION: Woodmore Country Club
12320 Pleasant Prospect
Mitchellville, MD 20721
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Dinner, Dancing, Cash Bar,
Live Entertainment with Special Guests, Honors, Awards
and more!
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Tickets: $80 (ON SALE NOW)
Tickets SOLD NOW here on Eventbrite
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For tickets and info, contact one of the following:
Chawn Hylton: 202-306-9292
Beverly Lindsay-Johnson: 202-552-0000
Tarsha Fitzgerald: 410-963-9238
Mahmoud Hylton: 202-390-2020
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