Renowned rock singer Sass Jordan, who enjoyed a successful music career spanning close to four decades, has passed away at the age of 65. Jordan, who was born in Birmingham, England on December 23, 1960, and raised in Montreal, died on Friday, surrounded by her loved ones, according to a statement from family spokesperson Eric Alper.
Described as an unparalleled force of nature and a unique source of light and joy, Jordan’s cause of death has not been disclosed. Her musical journey began with the release of her debut album, “Tell Somebody,” in 1988, which led her to win the Juno Award for most promising female vocalist in 1989. Her second album, “Racine,” launched in 1992, featured hits like “Make You a Believer.”
Throughout her career, Jordan received multiple Juno Award nominations for best female vocalist and notably served as a judge on all six seasons of the reality TV competition show “Canadian Idol.” Geoff Kulawick, the former president of Stony Plain Records, where Jordan released her last two albums, praised her as a “bold, beautiful, and brave” artist.
Working closely with her husband Derek Sharp, Jordan recorded her 2020 album, “Rebel Moon Blues,” and her 2022 album, “Bitches Blues,” while under the Stony Plains label. Kulawick emphasized Jordan’s exceptional vocal talent and emotional connection with her audience, noting her ability to attract a devoted fan base.
Derek Downham, a Canadian producer and songwriter, fondly recalled his interactions with Jordan, highlighting her infectious laughter and vibrant personality. Downham, who shared the stage with Jordan at a charity concert last December, praised her for breaking barriers as one of the few women in rock during her early career.
He expressed admiration for Jordan’s resilience in a predominantly male-dominated industry and credited her with paving the way for other female artists. Downham emphasized Jordan’s lasting impact as an inspiration to aspiring performers, urging people to remember her legacy of leading with love and passion in all her endeavors.
