The Mill Valley Music Festival successfully attracted over 8,000 attendees, though it was about 2,000 less than the previous year. Nile Rodgers & Chic's performance stood out, alongside a reflection on how the music scene has evolved. The article discusses the formation of Chic, inspired by a memorable performance by Roxy Music in 1974, and critiques the current lineup of San Francisco's music events for lacking diversity and innovation. It urges local organizers to embrace a broader variety of artists, particularly from the electronic music scene.
According to Rodgers, the idea to form Chic came about after he and the late co-founder of the group Bernard Edwards... witnessed what one can assume was a mystical performance by Roxy Music, circa 1974.
Want a wide variety of electronic music artists with a connection to The Bay? Here are some names: Mike Bee... UFO!, Bored Lord, Yuka Yu, DJ R3M.
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