Nile Rodgers & CHIC recently brought their iconic funk sound to the Tiny Desk stage, solidifying their status as funk ambassadors. Nile Rodgers, a legendary musician and producer, led the band through electrifying performances of their hits, showcasing the band's infectious grooves and high-powered vocals, notably from lead singer Kimberly Davis and drummer Ralph Rolle.

Nile Rodgers has had a legendary career since forming CHIC in 1972, with milestones like the groundbreaking 1979 album Risqué, which became a disco milestone and a hip-hop cornerstone. A Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Songwriters Hall of Fame inductee, Rodgers' influence spans genres and eras, working with icons like David Bowie, Diana Ross, Madonna, and more. His Grammy wins and global record sales attest to his immense impact on popular music.

CHIC, previously known as the Big Apple Band, rose to fame with chart-topping hits like "Le Freak" and "Good Times," which have become some of the most-sampled songs in music history. After the breakup of CHIC in 1983, Rodgers continued his success as a producer, collaborating with artists like Madonna, Duran Duran, and Daft Punk, with whom he won multiple Grammy Awards. In 2018, Rodgers co-founded Hipgnosis Songs Fund, further solidifying his legacy in the music industry as an innovator and hitmaker.