Chaka Khan (July 29, 2024) – “Chaka Khan on why good music never dies” Interview – The Los Angeles Times

The July 29, 2024 edition of The Los Angeles Times features an interview with Chaka Khan discussing her upcoming Hollywood Bowl set, songwriting, and her friendship with the late Prince.

Publication: The Los Angeles Times Date: July 29, 2024

Country: United States

The article presents Chaka Khan talking about her influence on current artists, her recent Tiny Desk performance, and her headline set at the Hollywood Bowl with the Hollywood Bowl Orchestra. She reflects on friendships with the late Prince and Whitney Houston, the challenges for Black women in music, and her Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction.

CONTEXT AND NOTES 

The interview covers Khan’s career spanning Rufus and her solo work, her views on new generations discovering her music, and comments on the music industry.

Prince is mentioned in the context of her personal friendships and shared history in the business.

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