Sass Jordan, the rock vocalist originally from Montreal, has passed away at the age of 65 after a music career that lasted nearly four decades. The sad news was confirmed by family representative Eric Alper, stating that Jordan was surrounded by loved ones at the time of her passing. The cause of her death has not been disclosed.
Recognized as a unique and vibrant personality, Jordan released her debut album, “Tell Somebody,” in 1988, earning her the Juno Award for most promising female vocalist in 1989. Her second album, “Racine,” launched in 1992, featured popular tracks like “Make You a Believer.” Throughout her career, she received multiple Juno Award nominations for best female vocalist and served as a judge on all six seasons of the reality show “Canadian Idol.”
Born on December 23, 1960, in Birmingham, England, Jordan grew up in Montreal, as per the provided information. Geoff Kulawick, the former president of Stony Plain Records, commended her as a daring and courageous artist. Her most recent albums, “Rebel Moon Blues” in 2020 and “Bitches Blues” in 2022, were recorded alongside her husband Derek Sharp while under the Stony Plains label.
Kulawick expressed his admiration for Jordan’s blues vocal prowess, emphasizing her ability to emotionally connect with audiences, which garnered her a substantial following. Canadian producer and songwriter Derek Downham fondly remembered his interactions with Jordan, highlighting her infectious laughter and bright personality. Downham conveyed his sorrow at the loss, emphasizing the impact of her absence on the music community.
As a trailblazer for women in rock during her early career, Jordan played a crucial role in paving the way for other female artists in a predominantly male-dominated industry. Downham praised her resilience and talent, noting the importance of her contributions in breaking barriers for women in music. He concluded by emphasizing Jordan’s legacy as an inspirational figure for emerging artists, urging people to remember her for her love and leadership in the industry.