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Bernard Edwards
Bernard Edwards was an influential American bassist, songwriter, and record producer, born on October 31, 1952, in Greenville, North Carolina, and raised in Brooklyn, New York. He is best known for co-founding the iconic disco band Chic alongside guitarist Nile Rodgers. Edwards' basslines were central to Chic's sound, driving hits like "Le Freak" and "Good Times," which became defining tracks of the disco era. Chic achieved significant commercial success with multiple gold and platinum records, and their music continues to influence artists across genres.

In addition to his work with Chic, Edwards was a prolific producer and collaborator. He produced and wrote for a variety of artists, contributing to hits such as Diana Ross's "Upside Down" and Sister Sledge's "We Are Family." He also played a pivotal role in the formation of the 1980s supergroup Power Station and produced Robert Palmer's successful album Riptide.

Edwards released a solo album, "Glad to Be Here," in 1983 and continued to produce music throughout the 1980s and 1990s. His contributions to music were recognized posthumously when Bass Player magazine ranked him as the 53rd greatest bassist of all time in 2017.

Bernard Edwards passed away on April 18, 1996, in Tokyo, Japan, after performing at a Chic reunion concert. His legacy lives on through his innovative work in music and his influence on subsequent generations of musicians.
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