Renowned rock singer Sass Jordan, who spent nearly four decades in the music industry, passed away at the age of 65. The news of her death was confirmed by family spokesperson Eric Alper on Friday, although the cause of her death remains undisclosed.
Described as a unique force of nature and a source of light and joy, Jordan kickstarted her career with her debut album “Tell Somebody” in 1988. The following year, she clinched the Juno Award for the most promising female vocalist. Her second album, “Racine,” released in 1992, featured popular tracks like “Make You a Believer.”
Jordan, a multiple-time nominee for the Juno Award for best female vocalist, also served as a judge on all six seasons of “Canadian Idol.” Born on December 23, 1960, in Birmingham, England, she was raised in Montreal.
Geoff Kulawick, the former president of Stony Plain Records, lauded Jordan as a courageous and captivating artist. Her last two albums, “Rebel Moon Blues” in 2020 and “Bitches Blues” in 2022, were recorded with her husband Derek Sharp under the Stony Plains label.
Kulawick praised Jordan’s authentic blues performances, noting that her emotional connection with the audience garnered her a large following. Derek Downham, a Canadian producer and songwriter, reminisced about his fond interactions with Jordan, highlighting her warmth and humor.
As one of the few female figures in the rock scene during her early days, Jordan played a pivotal role in paving the way for women in a predominantly male-dominated industry. Downham emphasized her significance as an inspiration for aspiring artists, underscoring her legacy of leading with love and breaking barriers in the music realm.