Why 'Upside Down' and Chic mattered

How did Nile Rodgers and Bernard Edwards flip disco on its head with Diana Ross’ chart-topping solo hit “Upside Down”? Diallo Riddle and LUXXURY explore the Chic production, groove-driven arrangement, and rare outtakes from the Queen of Motown herself.

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Songs Discussed:

“Upside Down” - Diana Ross (00:32)

“Cold Rock a Party (Bad Boy Remix)” - MC Lyte feat. Missy Elliot (02:13)

“Le Freak” - CHIC (04:39)

“Good Times” - CHIC (04:42)

“I Want Your Love” - CHIC (04:49)

“We Are Family” - Sister Sledge (05:44)

“Love Hangover” - Diana Ross (06:38)

“He’s The Greatest Dancer” - Sister Sledge (10:56)

“I’m Coming Out” - Diana Ross (11:55)

“My Old Piano” - Diana Ross (13:02)

“Crazy Train” - Ozzy Osbourne (18:34)

“Legs” - ZZ Top (19:03)

“Everybody Dance” - CHIC (24:04)

“Walk the Night” - Skatt Bros. (29:21)

“Give Me the Night” - George Benson (36:06)

“Muscles” - Diana Ross (54:09)

“Notorious” - Duran Duran (55:39)

“Polarlicht” - Xmal Deutschland (58:18)

“Deeper Shade Of Soul” - Urban Dance Squad (59:23)

“A Deeper Shade Of Soul” - Ray Barretto (01:02:27)

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