Legendary Nile Rodgers Partners with Lounges.tv to Champion Emerging Musical Talent

London, UK – 04th August 2025 –  Nile Rodgers, the iconic songwriter, composer, producer, arranger, and guitarist, has teamed up with innovative streaming platform Lounges.tv in a ground-breaking partnership designed to spotlight and support emerging music artists. 

 Through this collaboration, Lounges.tv and Nile Rodgers will provide rising talent with unprecedented opportunities to showcase their work, gain industry exposure, and generate income in a fairer, more artist-focused way. The partnership will include exclusive events, curated showcases, and direct mentorship initiatives, all powered by Lounges.tv’s cutting-edge platform. 

  “Lounges.tv is a platform that puts artists first,” said Nile Rodgers, “and gives them the tools to take control of their careers.” 

 Lounges.tv is redefining live streaming and content monetisation for musicians and creators. Unlike traditional platforms, Lounges.tv ensures performers are paid instantly within 24 hours of a stream, earning 80% of all revenue — empowering artists to earn a living doing what they love. Since the platform’s launch in 2023, select independent creators have grossed over £100,000 from engaging their audience via the platform’s streaming tools. 

Lounges.tv shareholder and entertainment mogul Simon Cowell commented:  "Nile is a legend. I've known him for years, and he’s one of the most creative minds in music. Having him involved with Lounges.tv is huge for artists and creators. Nile doesn’t just make music - he changes the game. I’m excited to have him on board to keep taking Lounges forward." 

“Having Nile Rodgers on board is a game-changer,” said Scott Green, CEO, Lounges.tv. “His legacy, influence, and passion for supporting artists aligns perfectly with our vision. Together, we’re building something that will create real opportunities for the next generation of music legends.” 

 Fans and creators alike can expect exclusive content, behind-the-scenes footage, and one-of-a-kind live experiences from the Lounges.tv and Nile Rodgers partnership, launching this summer. 

 For more information, visit www.lounges.tv or follow @LoungesTV on social media. 

About Nile Rodgers 

Nile Rodgers is a Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and Songwriters Hall of Fame inductee, a Grammy Lifetime Achievement awardee, Apple Music Artist-in-Residence and Songwriters Hall of Fame Chairman. 

With CHIC, Nile pioneered a musical language with hits like "Le Freak” and sparked hip-hop with "Good Times” and “Rapper’s Delight”. His work in The CHIC Organization, including Sister Sledge (“We Are Family”), Diana Ross (“I’m Coming Out”) and on his own David Bowie(“Let’s Dance”) and Madonna (“Like A Virgin”). Nile’s body of music has sold 500+ million albums, while his Grammy Award-winning collaborations with Daft Punk (Random Access Memories) and Beyoncé (Renaissance) reflect the vanguard of contemporary hits. Nile’s activism began as a teen in New York City. He participated in LIVE AID and the Concert for Ukraine. After 9/11 Nile co-founded We Are Family Foundation, promoting cultural diversity while empowering young people who are positively changing the world. 

Most recently Nile received the 2024 World Economic Forum’s Crystal Award for his extraordinary efforts to make the world a more peaceful, equal and inclusive place through his music, his exemplary commitment to fighting systemic racism, inequality and injustice, and by championing innovative youth.