Ex-metal singer Joe Chialo becomes Berlin's culture senator
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As former singer and music manager Joe Chialo of the CDU steps into the role of culture senator, he'll be in charge of a $1 billion budget. He says culture shouldn't be elitist and wants Berlin's club scene recognized.Joe Chialo is relatively new to politics but is set to assume the high-profile role of minister for culture in Berlin. He replaces Left Party (Die Linke) politician and former deputy mayor of Berlin, Klaus Lederer.