![]() ![]() Performing hits such as “Everybody Dance," “I Want Your Love” and even some new material, it felt like Studio 54 in the '70s. And if that wasn't enough, Rodgers also performed hits from artists he's collaborated with, including Diana Ross and Sister Sledge. The band gave an explosive performance that had everyone on their feet, singing along. The highlight of the afternoon was undoubtedly the performance by the producer extraordinaire, and his band, Chic. Rodgers, who is a co-founding member of Chic and lead guitarist, reminded us why he's the king of disco funk. When asked about his gift for collaborating with other artists, Rodgers - who has produced for legends like Diana Ross, Mick Jagger, Madonna, and many more, offered a simple answer: "I'm not afraid to fail, and I have total respect for the artist I work with," he said.ĭuring the conversation Nile also spoke about the forthcoming Chic album, It's About Time, which was delayed because of the untimely passing of his close friends, Prince and David Bowie. The frontman, who describes his band as the “Grateful Dead of dance music,” admits to usually playing just one special guitar, despite having well over 100 of them. The audience had a chance to hear directly from Rodgers as GRAMMY Museum Executive Director Scott Goldman sat down with the legend for a one-on-one conversation. He offered powerful words about the impact of music, noting that the spirit of today's event is the "intersection of music and time." Once seated, guests were formally welcomed by Michael Benavente, managing director at Bulova, who shared his excitement for the partnership with the Recording Academy. Mimosas and bellinis flowed as guests posed for pictures on the red carpet with the life size GRAMMY statuette. ![]() The exclusive event was held at the posh Cipriani in lower Manhattan, N.Y. Tastemakers, musicians, producers, and industry vets mingled while air kisses were blown across the room during cocktail hour. That's why the Recording Academy partnered with the New York-based maker of classic timepieces this afternoon for the "Tune of Time" brunch, which featured a live performance by three-time GRAMMY winner, Nile Rodgers. Time is a gift and no one knows that better than Bulova. Lo & Jada Pinkett Smith Open The 2019 GRAMMYs GRAMMY Rewind: Watch Michelle Obama, Lady Gaga, Alicia Keys, J. The " Está Rico" rapper has won four GRAMMYs to date, earning his first back in 1989 GRAMMYsfor " Parents Just Don't Understand," when he was 20 years old. The classic '90s track is from his 1997 debut studio album, Big Willie Style, which also features "Miami" and 1998 GRAMMY winner " Men In Black," from the film of the same name. Watch Another GRAMMY Rewind: Ludacris Dedicates Best Rap Album Win To His Dad At The 2007 GRAMMYs In his acceptance speech, he offers thanks to his family and "the jiggiest wife in the world, Jada Pinkett Smith." He dedicates the award to his eldest son, Trey Smith, joking that Trey's teacher said he (then just six years old) could improve his rhyming skills. In the below video, watch rappers Missy Elliott-donning white leather-and Foxy Brown present the GRAMMY to a stoked Smith, who also opted for an all-leather look. 25, we celebrate the birthday of the coolest dad-who else? Will Smith! For the latest episode of GRAMMY Rewind, we revisit the Fresh Prince's 1999 GRAMMY win for Best Rap Solo Performance for "Gettin' Jiggy Wit It."
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