Renowned rock singer Sass Jordan, who hailed from Montreal and enjoyed a successful career spanning almost forty years, passed away at the age of 65. The news of her death was confirmed by family spokesperson Eric Alper, who mentioned that she was surrounded by loved ones at the time. The cause of her death has not been disclosed.
Described as an extraordinary force of nature and a beacon of light and joy, Jordan made her mark with her debut album “Tell Somebody” in 1988, which earned her the Juno Award for most promising female vocalist in 1989. Her second album, “Racine,” released in 1992, featured popular tracks like “Make You a Believer.”
Throughout her career, Jordan received multiple Juno Award nominations for best female vocalist and also served as a judge on all six seasons of the reality TV show “Canadian Idol.” Born in Birmingham, England, on December 23, 1960, she was raised in Montreal.
Geoff Kulawick, the former president of Stony Plain Records, where Jordan released her last two albums, praised her as a courageous and striking artist. Her albums “Rebel Moon Blues” in 2020 and “Bitches Blues” in 2022 were recorded alongside her husband Derek Sharp while under contract with Stony Plains.
Kulawick expressed admiration for Jordan’s vocal prowess and emotional connection with her audience, which garnered her a large fan base. Derek Downham, a Canadian producer and songwriter, fondly recalled his interactions with Jordan, highlighting her vibrant personality and humor. Downham, who performed with Jordan at a charity concert in Montreal, lamented the loss of her infectious laughter.
As one of the few female figures in the rock music scene during her early days, Jordan paved the way for other women in a predominantly male-dominated industry. Downham emphasized the challenges she overcame and the inspiration she provided to aspiring artists, urging people to remember her legacy of leading with love.
Sass Jordan’s impact on the music industry and her influence as a trailblazer for women in rock will be cherished and remembered by fans and fellow artists alike.