Nile Gregory Rodgers (born September 19, 1952) is an American musician, producer, and guitarist. He is the lead guitarist and co-founding member with Bernard Edwards of the band Chic, which has been active since 1976 and was one of the most successful groups of the disco era. Although he recorded three solo albums during the 1980's and 1990's, and one as part of the … [Read more...] about Sunday Musical Brunch Open Thread: The Influence and Stylings of Nile Rodgers
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Saturday Afternoon Thread: We Are Family Foundation
The We Are Family Foundation (WAFF) is a nonprofit organization founded in 2001 by musician Nile Rodgers in the wake of the September 11, 2001 attacks. Its mission is dedicated to the vision of a global family by creating and supporting programs that inspire and educate people about mutual respect , understanding, and appreciation of cultural diversity – while striving to solve … [Read more...] about Saturday Afternoon Thread: We Are Family Foundation
Friday Afternoon Thread: Nile Rodgers & Bernard Edwards Week
Daft Punk - Get Lucky (co-written by Nile Rodgers & Pharrell Williams, both featured in the video) … [Read more...] about Friday Afternoon Thread: Nile Rodgers & Bernard Edwards Week
Thursday Afternoon Thread: Nile Rodgers & Bernard Edwards Week
In 1984, after the release of her self-titled debut album, Madonna wanted to solidify her future in the music business, by building on the success of the first album. She decided to become one of the record producers, but Warner Bros. was not ready to give her the artistic freedom that she wanted. She chose Nile Rodgers as the primary producer of the album, due to his work … [Read more...] about Thursday Afternoon Thread: Nile Rodgers & Bernard Edwards Week
Wednesday Afternoon Thread: Nile Rodgers & Bernard Edwards Week
Did you know the producers behind these hits? David Bowie - Let's Dance (produced by Nile Rodgers) … [Read more...] about Wednesday Afternoon Thread: Nile Rodgers & Bernard Edwards Week