Nile Rodgers: The Hitmaker

Nile Rodgers, a legendary figure in the music industry, has achieved sales of over 100 million records. As a co-founder, songwriter, producer, and guitarist for Chic, he played a pivotal role in shaping the sound of the 1970s during the disco era. Alongside his musical collaborator Bernard Edwards, Rodgers encapsulated the vibrant spirit of New York’s famed Studio 54, producing a series of hits for groups like Chic and Sister Sledge. However, the very music that propelled Chic to fame also led to their downfall due to the ‘Disco Sucks’ backlash. What seemed like a potential end for Rodgers turned into a fresh start, as he went on to produce some of the most iconic tracks of the 1980s for artists such as Diana Ross, David Bowie, Madonna, and Duran Duran. This documentary profile features Rodgers’ captivating and candid interview, where he recounts his journey from being the son of Beatnik, heroin-addicted parents in New York to picking up a guitar as a teenager and mastering his craft, ultimately becoming one of the most successful artists in the disco genre.