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Nile Rodgers

Disco pioneer with Chic and songwriter/producer behind pop hits that span decades, from Sister Sledge to Daft Punk.
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Nile Rodgers

Nile Rodgers - Artist Details

Active

1970s - 2020s

Born

September 19, 1952 in New York City, NY

Genre

R&B

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Club/Dance Disco Contemporary R&B Dance-Rock

Also Known As

Nile Gregory Rodgers

Tommy Jymi

Member Of

Chic Outloud The Honeydrippers

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