Chaka Khan with Melbourne International Jazz Festival, CHIC, and more

Chaka Khan, a Chicago-born versatile artist, rose to fame with Rufus in the '70s, blending soul, funk, rock, and jazz. She then launched a successful solo career with hits like "I'm Every Woman" and "I Feel for You." Khan boasts ten Grammy wins and has collaborated with icons like Quincy Jones, Prince, and Stevie Wonder. Her dynamic five-decade career includes influential albums in jazz and disco, with multiple chart-topping singles and awards.

Chic, led by Nile Rodgers, revolutionized disco with hits like "Le Freak" and "Good Times," influencing funk, dance-pop, and hip-hop. Known for stylish grooves, the band achieved platinum success and Rodgers and Bernard Edwards' production work gained acclaim with top artists. Inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame, Rodgers continues to tour, keeping Chic's legacy alive.

Born in New York, Nile Rodgers revolutionized music with Chic's disco hits "Le Freak" and "Good Times," and produced for icons like Bowie, Madonna, and Daft Punk. His "chucking" guitar style and countless hits earned him a spot in the Songwriters Hall of Fame. Rodgers co-founded the We Are Family Foundation, performed at global festivals, and battled cancer while continuing to release music and collaborate widely.